Manager, Public Programs

Position Summary
The Manager, Public Programs is a critical member of Audubon Washington’s conservation and education team at the Seward Park Audubon Center. They will have a strong focus on engaging communities in conservation action related to National Audubon Society’s strategic goal to “bend the bird curve” by protecting birds and the places they need to thrive. The Manager, Public Programs is a dynamic individual who works with staff and community partners to develop and deliver high quality education and volunteer programs related to the conservation of birds and their habitats.

The Manager, Public Programs, will develop and implement a portfolio of public programs such as stewardship projects, conservation lectures and workshops, and hands-on opportunities to gain experience about nature and conservation issues. The Manager, Public Programs plays a critical role in ensuring that participants in Seward Park Audubon Center programs emerge with a greater understanding of local, regional, and hemispheric conservation issues, as well as practical measures they may pursue to facilitate positive change on these issues.

Schedule for this position is Tuesday through Saturday from 9:00am–5:00pm.

The Manager, Public Programs reports to the Center Director and works with other Center and conservation staff of Audubon Washington.

Compensation:

$71,250 - $80,000 / year

Additional Job Description

Essential Functions

• Conduct urban forestry and restoration events for large numbers of participants.

• Recruit and train volunteers in urban forestry and plant identification.

• Plan and facilitate fun, family-friendly restoration events that create and model Safe Space

• Post events, materials & tools needed, work logs and deliverables through CEDAR online portal.

• Establish opportunities for volunteers to get involved in conservation activities.

• Deliver training in cultural competency and youth protection.

• Recruit authors, researchers, lecturers, and others to provide presentations on wildlife and conservation topics for the Center’s lecture series (onsite and remote)

• Manage all event scheduling details, including booking event spaces for remote events. Organize volunteers, staff, emcees, and others for day of event program support. 

• Lead and train volunteers to deliver guided conservation-based nature walks using existing plans and materials.

• Create event descriptions and post scheduled events on the Center marketing and promotional platforms.

• Establish and maintain a regular cycle of program evaluation, participant feedback, and program revision.

• Develop community partnerships to support shared goals, resource and staffing needs.

• Organize curriculum and workshops in climate advocacy, civic engagement and environmental justice.

• Develop guided outings that support individuals and groups that benefit from expanded physical access and/or alternative engagement styles.

• Promote cultural competency and systems change for racial and social justice.

• Represent Seward Park Audubon Center at Audubon events and programs.

• Function as an educator for the Center’s school field trip program.

• Support the Center’s teen engagement program as a naturalist and assistant to the Youth Program Manager.

• Support the Center’s Nature Store as a Center representative and cashier when necessary.

• Serve as a representative of Audubon at tabling events and community events and meetings.

• Coordinate reforestation contract proposals, work plan and progress reports.

• Process and file requisite paperwork related to volunteers.

• 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 job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Five years’ experience in program management with proven abilities in delivering outdoor education, volunteer programs and/or youth leadership.

• Bachelor’s degree in related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered.

• Adept in public speaking on conservation and wildlife topics. 

• Experience with natural interpretation, group facilitation and/or community outreach.

• Experience recruiting and managing volunteers, coordinating non-profit programs, and teaching underserved audiences.

• Knowledge of and comm