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Point Reyes National Seashore Association|
Executive Director
Point Reyes National Seashore Association (PRNSA) is
seeking an Executive Director. PRNSA works in cooperation with the
National Park Service to preserve the natural beauty of Point Reyes
and to educate the public about the Park and its wildlife. PRNSA’s
ideal candidate for the executive director position is an
experienced manager who has successfully worked in partnerships,
engaged in fundraising with foundations and major donors, has
excellent interpersonal skills, and is committed to protecting the
environment.
PRSNA is a 501(c) 3 non-profit membership organization that serves
as a cooperating partner with the Point Reyes National Seashore.
PRNSA has 9 staff members and a core budget of $1.2 million (in
addition to serving as fiscal sponsor for selected park projects).
PRNSA’s main program areas are environmental education programs
(summer camp, school programs, and field seminars), three revenue
generating bookstores in the visitor centers, and special parks
projects (such as a current wetlands restoration project). PRNSA
also supports the park through acquisition of land parcels to
enhance the park (through donation or purchase). Please see
www.ptreyes.org for more
information. (No phone calls, please.)
The executive director will lead the organization in its next phase
of growth which will include increasing membership, expanding
environmental education and outreach, and hiring the organization’s
first development director to increase fundraising capacity.
Please submit a cover letter summarizing interest, qualifications
and experience (2 pages maximum) and resume to:
prnsa.edsearch@compasspoint.org. Position opened until filled.
First-round applications must be received by Tuesday July 1.
The fill announcement can be found at
www.ptreyes.org. Executive
Transitions, a program of CompassPoint Nonprofit Services, is
conducting this search on behalf of Point Reyes National Seashore
Association.
Yellowstone Association Institute
Seminar Program Manager
The Yellowstone Association Institute, a nonprofit
field school operated in partnership with the National Park Service,
is seeking a Seminar Program Manager. They offer a variety of
educational programs on the wildlife, plants, geology, and history
of Yellowstone. This year they will provide about 100,000 contact
hours of education for more than 5,000 park visitors (primarily
adults and families). Courses are based at their Lamar Buffalo Ranch
field campus, at historic park hotels, and in the backcountry. For a
complete description of the Institute program, please visit us at
www.YellowstoneAssociation.org.
The Seminar Program Manager is directly responsible for management
of the Institute’s cornerstone program (Field Seminars) as well as
backpacking courses and teacher workshops. He or she will work
closely with college professors, researchers, park staff, and other
experts to develop and promote high quality educational courses
which reflect the broad interpretive themes of Yellowstone National
Park. Success in this position requires good business sense, a
strong commitment to educational quality, and close attention to
deadlines and details. The Seminar Program Manager will be based at
the North Entrance Education Center in Gardiner, Montana. This is a
key management position with growth potential in one of the
country’s premiere national park field schools.
Primary Responsibilities:
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Develop and manage a broad selection of field
seminars, backpacking courses, and teacher workshops based on
interpretive and budget goals. Develop course schedule, recruit
instructors, promote courses, and monitor program quality.
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Serve as primary contact for approximately
80 contract instructors. Maintain strong positive relationships
through regular communication and support.
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Supervise a seasonal backpacking instructor and
a full-time campus manager.
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Recruit, train, supervise, and demonstrate our
appreciation for the talented volunteer program assistants who
support our courses and maintain our educational facilities.
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Develop and manage a detailed course budget
including projected enrollment, revenues, and expenses.
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Work with National Park Service and United
States Forest Service to ensure that all Institute programs
obtain necessary permits and comply with land agency guidelines
and requirements. Submit applications and reports as requested.
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Assist Director of Education with implementation
of annual marketing plan for all Institute programs. Write press
releases, host writers, represent Institute to the media.
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Represent the Institute and its mission to
diverse audiences.
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Serve on an integrated management team to
address issues such as wilderness risk management, marketing,
fund raising, and program quality.
The ideal applicant will be a team player with an
advanced degree and at least five years of relevant employment in
Interpretation, Environmental Education, Outdoor Education, or a
closely related field. Previous experience in outdoor program
development, staff supervision, and marketing is required. A close
knowledge of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, wilderness medical
training, and experience working with volunteers are preferred. All
applicants must have excellent oral and written communication
skills, strong organizational ability, and a demonstrated commitment
to the educational mission of the Yellowstone Association.
Annual salary of $34,000 to $38,000 based on experience. Starting
benefits include two weeks paid vacation, ten paid holidays,
retirement program, and flexible benefit plan.
Please send resume, cover letter, and three professional references
to:
Jeff Brown
Director of Educational Operations
Yellowstone Association
PO Box 117
Yellowstone National Park WY 82190
jeffbrown@yellowstoneassociation.org
This position will remain open until filled.
Employment will begin as soon as possible. The Yellowstone
Association is an equal opportunity employer.
Mesa
Verde Museum Association
Executive Director
Executive Director wanted for nonprofit organization with annual
budget of $1 million-plus. Bachelor’s degree plus 5 years
experience, or equivalent, in nonprofit management or similar field.
Strong financial background a must. Position requires the ability to
work on a wide variety of projects with diverse partners. Please
send resume, references, and salary requirements to: MVMA-Search
Committee, PO Box 38, Mesa Verde, CO 81330. No phone calls.
San Bernardino National Forest Association
Regional Program Coordinator - Forest Care
The San Bernardino National Forest Association (SBNFA)
is seeking a Regional Program Coordinator for its Forest Care
program. This full-time position is based in San Bernardino with
regular travel around the local mountain areas. The purpose of this
position is to coordinate the Forest Care Program in communities
within and around the San Bernardino National Forest. This position
requires the ability to develop and deliver objective educational
programs to homeowners, forest landowners, forest workers, natural
resource professionals, and other stakeholders as well as create and
maintain complex databases.
Forest Care brings federal, state and local partners together to
help educate the communities of San Bernardino National Forest about
the importance in nurturing a healthy forest that provides a safe
and vital home to both people and wildlife. The SBNFA and California
Department of Forestry and Fire Protection are working closely with
local community-based organizations and Fire Safe Councils to
implement this fuels reduction program, which will facilitate the
removal of small-diameter green trees growing on privately owned
land in and around the National Forest. This program will help to
increase forest health as well as create more fire-safe communities.
The application deadline is May 30. The position may be filled
sooner if suitable candidate is found. A complete job description is
available by contacting Shawna Meyer at
shawnameyer@fs.fed.us.
National
Forest Foundation
Director of Development
The National Forest Foundation (NFF) seeks an
experienced and highly motivated conservationist and Director of
Development. The Development Director is a critical member of the
NFF’s senior management team and will be responsible for managing
all development activities to meet operational and capacity needs.
For more information, please visit
www.nationalforestfoundation.org.
Friends
of Santa Cruz Parks
Executive Director
Friends of Santa Cruz Parks is looking for a new
Executive Director. Friends is a well respected non-profit park
partner that ensures that the cultural history and natural beauty of
Santa Cruz County State Parks are enjoyed today and by future
generations.
The organization has grown to be the second largest of 84 similar
non-profit partners in California. The educational programs in Santa
Cruz County State Parks, funded by Friends, serve as a model for
other park districts throughout the state, and have won numerous
state and national awards.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced community leader and
results-oriented manager who has an understanding of and
appreciation for the natural and cultural heritage of local state
parks. He or she should have strong communication, community
collaboration, and team building skills as well as the ability to
draw the best from the staff, Board, and the State Parks associates.
The incoming Executive Director will bring informed political and
financial insights, strategic thinking, and integrity to their work.
For more detailed information on the full job announcement and how
to apply for the position, visit our Web site at
www.thatsmypark.org.
Application deadline is April 18th or
until filled.
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