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National Audubon Society · 3 days ago

Manager, EagleWatch Program

Maitland, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$62K/yr - $64K/yr

5+ years exp

The National Audubon Society is a leading nonprofit conservation organization dedicated to protecting birds and their habitats. The EagleWatch Program Manager will oversee community scientists monitoring bald eagle nests and coordinate conservation efforts to protect the species across Florida.

EducationNon ProfitPublishingWildlife Conservation

Responsibilities

Manage and communicate with a team of over 650+ volunteers to reach program objectives and outcomes including recruitment, training and data collection

Manage statewide Bald Eagle nest monitoring data, QA/QC, and reporting

Maintain Statewide Bald Eagle nest map including updates to EagleWatch GIS layers, maps, and spatial data. Create quality GIS products (maps, shapefiles, layer packages) for use in grant reporting and other purposes

Coordinate with the National Audubon Society Science and GIS teams on data products, mapping needs, and integration of technology for improved monitoring

Oversee auxiliary banding data tracking, mapping, and reporting

Work closely with the Center Director and Audubon Florida wildlife policy team to effectively align the EagleWatch program with National Audubon strategic plan and initiatives

Coordinate and correspond with state and federal agency personnel to protect Bald Eagles, promote best management practices and help ensure compliance with state and federal permits regarding eagle management in Florida

Work with Audubon Florida policy staff regarding eagle issues focusing on development threats and the protection of eagles, their nests and habitats

Respond to inquiries from the public, media, partner organizations and other stakeholders regarding eagle behavior, nest issues and program initiatives

Provide educational and operational support for Audubon Center for Birds of Prey programs including but not limited to delivering science-based presentations, coordinating eagle rescues/releases, participating in grant writing, and engaging donors

Maintains and fosters culture of safety

Other job-related duties as assigned

Qualification

GISData analysisCommunity engagementBiologyEcologyPublic speakingReport writingMicrosoft OfficeSocial mediaTeam leadershipOrganizational skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in biology, ecology, geographic information systems, or related required, as well as 5 years' experience working on science initiatives or programs. An equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered

Intermediate skill level of GIS, including creation, editing, and management of spatial data required

Excellent written and verbal communication skills; must be comfortable with public speaking and giving presentations to a variety of audiences

Experience writing reports, grants, and research papers

Ability to review, interpret, and present scientific data as related to Bald Eagles and other raptors to the scientific community, other professional and conservation organizations, corporate and foundation entities, and to state and federal agencies

General knowledge of conservation, preservation, and management guidelines related to Bald eagles in Florida

Excellent organizational and time-management skills

Skilled in Microsoft Office applications, data management systems, and social media platforms

A self-starter, one who is team-oriented, flexible, and can work with time constraints and limited budget

Willingness to travel for work (minimal) and comfort working an unconventional schedule as needed to conduct educational programs and trainings, bird releases, and site visits

Holds a valid driver's license

Interest in and commitment to conservation and the mission of the National Audubon Society

Commitment to Audubon's organizational values of care, collaboration, change, integrity, impact, and innovation

Preferred

At least 2+ years direct work experience with GIS programs (ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Pro, Survey123) and experience with statistical analysis commonly used in biological sciences (ANOVA, regression, ANCOVA etc.) is strongly preferred

Experience fostering inclusive and collaborative work environments is valued

Company

National Audubon Society

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The National Audubon Society protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow, throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation.

Founded in 1905

New York, New York, USA

501-1000 employees