National Audubon Society

National Audubon Society

Center Director, Sharon Audubon Center

Sharon, CT · Director

Sponsorship not specified$103k-$116kDetected 30 days ago
AccessibilityNegotiationLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingMentoringPublic SpeakingAdaptabilityMicrosoft Office

About the role

  • Audubon's Connecticut and New York regional program is seeking an experienced and entrepreneurial manager and conservation leader to oversee the Sharon Audubon Center and serve as Audubon's local leader in Sharon, CT, and the surrounding area.
  • The ideal candidate will have excellent leadership and management capabilities, be a strategic thinker, an experienced fundraiser, a passionate conservationist, and a charismatic facilitator able to work with staff, volunteers, families, and community leaders.
  • This position is on-site at the Sharon Audubon Center in Sharon, CT.

Responsibilities

  • This role will also be accountable for applying and develop the following competencies.
  • Guide and develop individuals within the organization, nurturing their professional growth and enhancing performance for the future.
  • The Center Director will manage a current staff of four and report directly to the Senior Director of Conservation Action Centers for CT NY.
  • Oversee all operational aspects of Center facilities, budgets, and programs; hire and effectively manage staff.
  • Maintain excellent working relationships with the Sharon Advisory Board and local partner organizations on Center issues.
  • Collaborate with colleagues across the Americas, including through joint planning and execution of shared priorities.
  • Collaborate with Audubon's Development department to cultivate donor support for Audubon's broader mission and strategies across the Americas.
  • Manage government contracts and grants, including tracking metrics and deliverables, and grant reporting.
  • Support a culture of philanthropy, including public funding efforts.
  • hire and effectively manage staff.

Requirements

  • 10+ years of experience leading interpretive/environmental programming in traditional and/or non-traditional settings as well as 1-2 years in staff management and facility operations required.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn other computer programs as needed.
  • Some travel is required.
  • Must be able to traverse 3-5 miles on trails and perform tasks requiring moderate physical exertion, outdoors, in all weather conditions, and on moderately difficult terrain with or without accommodation.
  • Knowledge of wildlife conservation issues and an ability to inspire and motivate others to act on their behalf.
  • Experience fostering inclusive and collaborative work environments is valued.
  • Bachelor's degree in an environmental field, education, biology, recreation management, nature-based tourism, or business administration; master's degree or other advanced training preferred.
  • 10+ years of experience leading interpretive/environmental programming in traditional and/or non-traditional settings as well as 1-2 years in staff management and facility operations required. An equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills and written and verbal communication skills.
  • Must possess strong emotional intelligence - a dependable leader who can inspire and motivate teams.
  • Demonstrated operational skills and the ability to manage time and resources, including budget management, organizational planning, and infrastructure development.
  • Demonstrated success in fundraising and working with diverse funding sources.
  • Strong talent management skills, including demonstrated success in hiring, managing, and mentoring staff.
  • Proven success with both providing vision for an organization and managing the day-to-day programmatic activities and operational details.
  • Strong facilitation and negotiation skills with experience creating collaboration and consensus among internal and external stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated experience being adaptable when priorities shift, and comfortable greeting, interacting with, and presenting to individual visitors, as well as large groups.

Nice to have

  • master's degree or other advanced training preferred.
  • Familiarity with Sharon, CT, and adjacent communities preferred.

Compensation

  • $103,000 - $116,000 / year
  • Work with Audubon Development and Finance staff, Audubon CT/NY's Executive Director, and Senior Director of Conservation Action Centers for CT NY to develop and implement an annual budget.

Benefits

  • Birds are powerful indicators of our planet's health, acting as sentinels that warn us of environmental change and inspire action.
  • Refine and implement the vision for the Center, including a comprehensive campus plan, which engages the Sharon community and connects audiences with Audubon's mission.
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