Manager of Conservation Programs

IMPORTANT:  This Advertiser has requested that applicants MUST be National Residents / Valid Work Permit-holders.  Other applicants need not apply.

 

The Western Region of Ducks Unlimited, Inc. is accepting applications for the position of Manager of Conservation Programs to be stationed in the Vancouver, Washington field office.  The opening is for a highly motivated and experienced professional to become part of a team of biologists, engineers, fund-raisers and other professionals, and who will help lead, develop, grow, and implement DU’s conservation efforts in the Pacific Northwest states of Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, and Alaska. 

Qualifications

Ducks Unlimited is seeking an individual with proven abilities in leadership, partnership development and stewardship, strategic and business planning, budget and personnel administration, and programmatic fundraising.  Supervisory experience is required. A minimum of 5 years of related experience is required, and an advanced degree in ecology, biology, or environmental sciences is preferred. A waterfowl biology and wetland ecology emphasis is highly desirable.  Relevant experience in wetland restoration, working landscape conservation, and wildlife habitat management land protection is preferred.  Applicants must have a knowledge state and federal land conservation programs, grants, policies and regulations.  Excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as inter-personal skills, are required.  Proven grant writing and administration skills are desired, as is a track record in successful partnership building.  Experience working for a non-profit organization and working with volunteers, board members, and donors is preferred.  Candidate must have a good understanding of North American model of wildlife management, the North American Waterfowl Management Plan, and the role of hunting in supporting wildlife management programs in the U.S.

Duties and Responsibilities

This position will report to the Director of Conservation Programs.  Specific duties include:

• Build, grow, and implement an effective and sustainable conservation program which may include land protection, wetland engineering, habitat management, and strategic partnerships among many activities.

• Develop and steward high level relationships with public agencies, private landowners, non-profit organizations and other partner groups.

• Provide leadership, strategic vision, and management oversight to a team of biologists.  Manage program and project budgets.

• Work closely with senior engineer to adequately forecast and apply resources as needed.

• Deliver direct, on-the-ground conservation projects as needed within the region, including land protection, wetland restoration/enhancement, and land management practices.

• Work cooperatively with DU’s communications team to produce outreach and marketing materials.

• Work closely with fundraising staff to cultivate, solicit, and steward major donors to support DU’s conservation program. 

• Develop, negotiate and enforce project and partner agreements.

• Attend professional meetings within the region and in other locations in the U.S. to represent DU and deliver presentations or support as needed.

• Other duties as assigned deemed necessary to fulfill DU’s mission of wetland conservation.

  Candidate must be able and willing to travel frequently, including overnight travel. This position will required occasional outside work, possibly in inclement weather, and may require physical exertion or lifting as needed. Duty location will be DU’s Vancouver, Washington field office.

  Questions regarding this position may be directed to Deb Jones at 916-852-2000 or djones@ducks.org.  Apply On-Line by completing the electronic application at www.ducks.org/jobs; attach letter of interest and resume, or send a letter addressing qualifications and a complete resume to:

  Deb Jones, Executive Assistant   (Application will be accepted until position is filled)

  Ducks Unlimited, Inc.

  Western Regional Office

  3074 Gold Canal Drive

  Rancho Cordova, CA  95670

  Email: djones@ducks.org