The Senior Director of Conservation Science (Senior Director) is a highly-influential role responsible for providing science-based leadership in support of Mass Audubon’s commitment to address our climate and biodiversity crisis across the Commonwealth and serve as a model for the nation. The role will define and lead the organization’s scientific agenda and priorities using an evidence-based approach that relies on data, research, and applied science to guide Mass Audubon’s conservation actions and policies. This position is a member of Mass Audubon’s Conservation Division and reports to the Chief Conservation Officer.
This role oversees all aspects of the organization’s scientific endeavors including identifying conservation issues and priorities, providing authoritative, technical leadership and collaborating with internal and external partners to design and implement solutions. The Senior Director serves as Mass Audubon's lead scientific ambassador and spokesperson and as such is a vocal champion of Mass Audubon’s ecological assets and science-based strategies. They will develop key partnerships with public and private organizations to identify, resolve, and communicate solutions and best practices. The candidate must possess strong communication skills that support effective interactions with all levels of stakeholders.
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Pay range is $140,000-$150,000 per year; actual salary will reflect level of experience and qualifications relative to position requirements. Full-time schedule of 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday. Benefit-eligible employees may elect to enroll in medical, dental, and vision plans, and more.
We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our described qualifications or you have a less traditional background.
Please submit a resume and cover letter. Only applications with these materials will be reviewed.