RESPONSIBILITIES

Leadership and Staff Management

• Provide dynamic, collaborative leadership for the Center’s mission, strategy, core program areas, and operating departments consistent with National Audubon’s strategic plan.
• Oversee all operational aspects of the Center facilities, budgets, and programs; hire and effectively manage staff.
• Maintain an excellent working relationship with the Center Advisory Board, while also building Board capacity and engagement; develop and enhance relationships with local environmental and other community leaders, organizations, and stakeholders.
• With staff, help grow an active volunteer and intern program and adhere to National Audubon Society guidelines.
• Involve staff, the Advisory Board, and key partners in developing measurable goals and action plans, as well as a process for monitoring and assessing progress.
• Mentor staff to reach their full potential, both in their internal work for Audubon and in their outreach to the public.
• Preserve and cultivate a culture of mutual respect, individual initiative, collegiality, and diversity; collaborate with staff to identify and implement best practices and evaluate outcomes, where applicable.

Budget and Fundraising

• Work with the Director of Operations and Managing Director to develop and deliver required budgeting and financial reporting for CMACS's $256K annual operating budget.
• With the assistance of Audubon Development staff, create and implement a financially sustainable fundraising plan for the Center that cultivates and maintains relationships with current donors while identifying and expanding new, innovative funding sources.
• Enhance existing sources of earned income, including program revenue, school program tuition, admissions, etc.
• Effectively and enthusiastically communicate the case for support of the Center’s program at community and fundraising events.
• Along with Development staff and other key leaders of Audubon New York, participate in donor engagement meetings.
• Seek new revenue opportunities, write grants, ensure grant reporting and compliance; manage and staff special fundraising events for the Center.

Program Development and Implementation

• Oversee the development and implementation of programs that enhance Audubon New York’s contributions to Atlantic Flyway initiatives and Audubon’s national strategies, including Water, Climate, Bird Friendly Communities, and Working Lands.
• Work closely with Audubon New York’s conservation staff to expand CMACS’s conservation activities.
• Establish on- and off--site educational and outreach programs that contribute to the mission of Audubon New York and the National Audubon Society.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of CMACS’s Programs.

Marketing and Community Outreach

• Work with Audubon New York staff, the CMACS Advisory Board and constituents to develop and implement a marketing and promotions plan for CMACS and its programs.
• Develop and deliver effective oral and written presentations, and be available to serve as CMACS’s spokesperson with the media.

Land and Facilities Management

• With state and center staff, oversee habitat management projects that enhance habitat for birds and other wildlife on Audubon property.
• Monitor and maintain trails and facilities, anticipating and remedying deterioration, and possible safety problems to provide for visitor needs. This may also include working to develop a sustainable capital campaign to upgrade facilities to allow for expansion of programs.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Education, Nonprofit Management, Environmental Studies, or related field.
• 7-10 years' relevant professional experience working in multi-function nature centers, science museums, research centers, or field studies programs, to include staff, budget, and program management. An equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered.
• Track record of successfully hiring, managing, and mentoring staff.
• Demonstrated fundraising success in the areas of individual giving, corporate giving, and/or foundations a must.
• Familiarity with the communities, flora and fauna and environmental partners of Putnam and neighboring counties strongly preferred.
• Strong business acumen, with the ability to think strategically and creatively, juggle multiple tasks, meet deadlines, work in a dynamic environment and effectively manage change.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to prepare and deliver presentations to diverse audiences and age groups, and prepare proposals, reports, program summaries, newsletter articles, and other documents.
• A relationship builder, one with superior interpersonal skills and is comfortable working both independently and as a part of a team.
• Track record of partnering with key stakeholders, such as Board of Directors, management and staff across an organization.
• Demonstrated project management experience, including managing budgets, grants, completing reports, contracts, and other projects with evolving priorities and timelines, required.
• Tech-savvy, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications as well as donor enterprise systems. Experience with Salesforce desired.
• Current working knowledge of social media and its place within advocacy or non-profit arenas. Online community management and network building experience a plus.
• Experience operating field equipment preferred, but not required.
• Self-motivated and willing to work in a flexible environment, with a willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed.
• Must have valid driver's license and be available for some travel as the job demands.
• A passion for conservation, the mission of the National Audubon Society and the natural resources of New York.