Senior Coordinator, Working Lands at National Audubon Society – Sacramento, California
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About This Position
Full time
Requisition ID: JR1089
About Audubon
The National Audubon Society is a leading nonprofit conservation organization with 120 years of science-based, community-driven impact, dedicated to protecting birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. Birds are powerful indicators of our planet’s health, acting as sentinels that warn us of environmental change and inspire action. Audubon works across the Western Hemisphere, driven by the understanding that what is good for birds is good for the planet. Through a collaborative, bipartisan approach across habitats, borders, and the political spectrum, Audubon drives meaningful and lasting conservation outcomes. With 800 staff and over 1.9 million supporters, Audubon is a dynamic and ever-growing force committed to ensuring a better planet for both birds and people for generations to come. Learn more at www.audubon.org and on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @audubonsociety.
Position Summary:
Audubon seeks a motivated, dynamic individual to join its Working Lands Program in California’s Central Valley. The Senior Coordinator, Working Lands will work closely with program staff to assist in coordination of all aspects of habitat incentive projects including planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting. The role will also support scientific research, public facing outreach, and partner coordination to advance Audubon's conservation priorities in the Central Valley. This position reports to the Working Lands Program Director. In addition to the Working Lands team, the Senior Coordination will work closely with a broad range of external partners, including farmers, wetland managers, local, state, and federal agencies, Audubon chapters, community members, and other conservation organizations. Audubon California’s Working Lands Program works throughout the Central Valley to advance policies and projects to improve habitat for the benefit of birds, enhance managed wetlands, ensure adequate flooded habitat for migratory birds, and overall improve the climate resilience habitat in the Central Valley.
This position is classified as hybrid preferred. 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. Audubon offices include locations in: Sacramento, CA.
Compensation:
$70,500 – $73,000 / year
Essential Functions
Partner with Working Lands staff to coordinate, track, and support reporting on habitat enhancement projects on Central Valley wetlands, farmlands, Tricolored Blackbirds, ecologically beneficial groundwater recharge, and other conservation programs.
In close collaboration with the Working Lands team, support coordination of project planning and implementation, partner collaborations, reporting requirements, third-party contracts under the direction of program manager.
Contribute to drafting reports to inform adaptive program improvements.
Conduct bird and other habitat monitoring at project sites and synthesize and communicate results to scientific and non-scientific audiences to inform adaptive management and program learning.
Support the establishment and maintenance of sensitive landowner relationships at private lands enhancement or research sites through consistent communication, responsiveness, and trust-building practices.
In collaboration with the Working Lands Team, engage landowners, agencies, other NGOs, associations, and Audubon chapters to build partnerships that support shared conservation goals for Central Valley habitat.
Support program staff in representing Audubon and the Working Lands program to external partners by preparing materials, participating in meetings, and sharing program information, which may include presentations, public speaking, and/or other interactions with external partners.
Support grant writing and reporting by assisting with programmatic content, budgets, schedules, and reporting.
Provide day-to-day coordination support across Working Lands projects, helping align timelines, responsibilities, and information sharing among team members and partners.
Support a culture of philanthropy, including public funding efforts.
Collaborate with colleagues across the Americas including through joint planning and execution of shared priorities.
Maintains and fosters culture of safety.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, natural resources management, or related field. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
3 years of experience supporting conservation planning, project development, and/or coordination across multiple partners and sites.
Self-starter with a strong collaborative work ethic and ability to work independently while operating within established project goals and direction.
Ability to coordinate and support complex projects with a variety of partners and to meet deadlines is essential.
Proficient in managing and summarizing biological and program participant datasets to support monitoring, reporting, and decision-making by program staff.
Strong project coordination skills, including but not limited to problem-solving, time management, creating and maintaining collaborations with other organizations, developing public awareness activities, and preparing progress and performance reports, etc.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking, public presentation, and the ability to synthesize and communicate technical and complex information to both technical and non-technical audiences
Ability to identify and estimate numbers of western waterbirds by sight using binoculars and a spotting scope; tricolored blackbirds by sight and sound, western passerine species by sight and sound. (preferred but not essential, depending on project need)
A working knowledge of ArcGIS, comfort using a GPS unit and a mapping system through ArcGIS Field Maps and Survey 1-2-3 preferred. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required.
A flexible approach to work and willingness to take on new projects or tasks as needed in collaboration with a team.
Ability to engage in strenuous outdoor activity, carry field equipment and endure outdoor field conditions including cold and wet winter weather and extreme heat with or without accommodation.
Willingness to conduct in-state travel and work evenings and weekends as job responsibilities demand.
Valid driver's license required and access to reliable transportation for getting to work sites.
Commitment to Audubon’s organizational values of care, collaboration, change, integrity, impact, and innovation.
Experience fostering inclusive and collaborative work environments is valued.
Willingness to occasionally work evenings and weekends as required. Must be comfortable and able to travel as job demands.
This position is represented by the Communication Workers of America (CWA).
National Audubon Society Competencies: This role will also be accountable to apply and develop the following competencies.
Fostering Relationships: Build trust, mutual respect, and understanding through regular and genuine interactions while promoting a positive and inclusive environment.
Analytical Thinking: Recognize and value diverse perspectives and experiences in data analysis to foster a more comprehensive and equitable approach to problem-solving.
Creativity and Innovation: Leverage creativity and imagination to generate new insights and solutions while embracing diverse ideas and approaches that foster innovation.
Facilitating Change: Work with others to explore innovative approaches to problem-solving while promoting inclusivity, equity, accessibility, and belonging in the change process.
Team Leadership: Communicate vision and engage others or the team to solve problems while valuing diverse perspectives and fostering inclusivity.
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates.
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The National Audubon Society is a leading nonprofit conservation organization with 120 years of science-based, community-driven impact, dedicated to protecting birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. Birds are powerful indicators of our planet’s health, acting as sentinels that warn us of environmental change and inspire action. Audubon works across the Western Hemisphere, driven by the understanding that what is good for birds is good for the planet. Through a collaborative, bipartisan approach across habitats, borders, and the political spectrum, Audubon drives meaningful and lasting conservation outcomes. With 800 staff and over 1.9 million supporters, Audubon is a dynamic and ever-growing force committed to ensuring a better planet for both birds and people for generations to come. Learn more at