National Audubon Society

National Audubon Society

Senior Manager, Science Data and Knowledge Management

Washington, DC · Senior

Sponsorship not specified$73k-$83kDetected 30 days ago
AWSMachine LearningData AnalysisData ScienceAccessibilityProject ManagementLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingMentoringRemote Sensing

About the role

  • The Senior Manager, Science Data and Knowledge Management on Audubon's science team will report to Sr.
  • Hybrid employees are expected to work in an Audubon office every Monday and Tuesday and an additional two days each month of the employee's choosing.
  • Remote work within the United States may be considered only for candidates not within commuting distance of an Audubon office, in accordance with Audubon's "Where We Work" Policy.

Responsibilities

  • This role will also be accountable to apply and develop the following competencies.
  • Build trust, mutual respect, and understanding through regular and genuine interactions while promoting a positive and inclusive environment.
  • Management, Operations & Support
  • Develop and manage Audubon's consortium library subscriptions to support science and conservation work.
  • Design, build and manage a centralized science knowledge hub, curating a comprehensive library of Audubon science datasets (spatial and non-spatial), resources and products (including digital online tools) to make them easily discoverable and accessible to staff across Audubon.
  • Develop and adapt information systems to support emerging data types, such as bird tracking data, acoustic recording unit data, remote sensing data, drone data, and other novel datasets.
  • Establish and implement workflows, governance frameworks, metadata standards, and data-sharing policies in collaboration with IT and Legal teams to ensure long-term usability, compliance and adoption.
  • Collaborate with IT Data and Analytics and Digital Product teams to develop, enhance and maintain science data systems and digital products and measure their reach and impact on organizational conservation goals, maximizing the use of Audubon.org and existing technological infrastructure.
  • Explore and pilot opportunities to apply emerging technologies, including AI, to science knowledge management and capacity-building applications.
  • Capacity Building

Requirements

  • 7+ years of related work experience.
  • Experience leading knowledge management, data management, or digital information systems.
  • Strong understanding of data governance, metadata standards, data-sharing policies, and best practices for managing and publishing data (spatial and non-spatial).
  • Experience working with cloud-based platforms and data infrastructure (e.g., AWS or comparable environments).
  • Experience supporting or managing large complex scientific datasets, including geospatial data, and adapting systems to accommodate new data types.
  • Experience managing vendor relationships, software subscriptions, or consortium-based library resources.
  • Familiarity with impact measurement frameworks and tools used to assess the reach and use of science outputs.
  • Experience supervising staff or leading teams, including setting priorities, providing mentorship, and overseeing work plans.
  • Experience fostering diverse, inclusive and equitable work environments is valued.
  • Bachelor's degree in environmental science, ecology, information science, data science, computer science, or a related field. Masters or Ph.D. preferred.
  • 7+ years of related work experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered.
  • Demonstrated experience designing, building, and maintaining centralized data or knowledge management systems, including digital repositories and data discovery tools (e.g., Living Atlas).
  • Proven ability to manage and evolve digital products or tools, including working with cross-functional teams (science, IT, digital products, legal, communications).
  • Demonstrated skills translating complex science and data products into accessible, usable formats and systems for diverse audiences, including researchers, practitioners, and decision-makers.
  • Experience designing and delivering training, documentation, or capacity-building programs that increase adoption of tools, systems, or frameworks.
  • Experience applying or piloting artificial intelligence or machine learning tools for knowledge management, data discovery, or capacity building.
  • Strong project management, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.

Nice to have

  • Bachelor's degree in environmental science, ecology, information science, data science, computer science, or a related field.
  • Masters or Ph.D. preferred.

Compensation

  • Salary range based on geo-differentials:
  • $73,000 - $83,000 / year = Albuquerque, NM
  • $83,000 - $93,000 / year = Albany, NY
  • $92,000 - $103,000 / year = New York, NY; Oakland, CA

Benefits

  • Birds are powerful indicators of our planet's health, acting as sentinels that warn us of environmental change and inspire action.
  • Work with others to explore innovative approaches to problem-solving while promoting inclusivity, equity, accessibility, and belonging in the change process.
  • Communicate vision and engage others or the team to solve problems while valuing diverse perspectives and fostering inclusivity.

Company info

  • We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates.
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