americanrivers

Associate Director, Southeast Conservation

Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States · Director · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$62k-$76kDetected 1 day ago

Project ManagementLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationCritical ThinkingTime Management

About the role

The Associate Director will work as a member of the American Rivers' Southeast Region leading river restoration and dam removal work in the Tennessee River basin.
The Associate Director has responsibility for supporting project and programmatic fundraising in collaboration with other staff across the organization.
Contributes to organizational and regional priorities as a member of the Southeast Regional staff.

Leads the priority restoration efforts in the Tennessee River.
Leads American Rivers' engagement with the Tennessee Aquatic Connectivity Team.
Leads community engagement with racially, culturally, and economically diverse individuals and communities in an equitable and meaningful way.
Provides technical assistance and program-building assistance to advance high-priority dam removal and aquatic connectivity projects.
Supports sound project administration, including consultant scopes, contracts, budgets, invoices, grant deliverables, and internal records.
Assists in the selection and management of consultants, and coordination of partners engaged in restoration projects.
Accurately and consistently manages administrative responsibilities, including timesheets, expenses, travel planning, project documentation, and internal reporting.
Self-starter able to work independently and manage multiple projects and priorities.
Ability to perform multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Experience working with state and federal agencies, local governments, engineers, consultants, community partners, or conservation coalitions.

Three to five years of experience in a relevant field, and a Bachelor's degree or professional certification in a relevant field.
Ability to travel as needed which may include using a personal and/or rented vehicle.

Experience with dam removal, aquatic connectivity, river restoration, watershed conservation, infrastructure removal, or related natural resource projects.
Familiarity with Tennessee, Upper Tennessee River basin, Appalachia, or southeastern river systems.
Experience with project budgets, grants, contracts, invoices, consultant scopes, or funder reporting.
COMPENSATION American Rivers offers competitive compensation that reflects the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.
Financial Security: After one year of service, American Rivers begins contributing a 3% employer contribution.
We also ensure leadership stays connected to staff needs through an internal advisory group, fostering open communication and continuous improvement.
American Rivers is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

Medical, dental, vision, long-term and short-term disability, and life insurance.
Four weeks of paid leave, eleven paid holidays, three floating holidays, and sick leave.
At American Rivers, our core values drive everything we do - we Lead with Collaboration and Trust, Infuse Equity and Justice, Deliver Results, and Ensure Staff and Volunteers Thrive.
Demonstrates commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice, and an ability to work with others with varying perspectives and values.

At American Rivers, we are committed to supporting our employees' well-being, professional growth, and financial security, ensuring they can thrive both at work and in life.
We are committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to make a difference.

To request this document in an alternate format or to request reasonable accommodation, please contact the Human Resources department at 202-243-7040 or recruitment@americanrivers.org.
Equal Opportunity Employer.

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