Regional Director

About Mass Audubon
Mass Audubon is the largest nature-based conservation organization in New England. Founded in 1896 by two women who fought for the protection of birds, Mass Audubon carries on their legacy by focusing on the greatest challenges facing the environment today: the loss of biodiversity, inequitable access to nature, and climate change. With the help of our 160,000 members and supporters, we protect wildlife, conserve and restore resilient land, advocate for impactful environmental policies, offer nationally recognized education programs for adults and children, and provide endless opportunities to experience the outdoors at our wildlife sanctuaries. Explore, find inspiration, and take action at massaudubon.org.

About This Position
Mass Audubon is looking for an experienced, passionate, and inspirational leader to direct Mass Audubon's programs, properties, and activities in the South East region of Massachusetts, which includes 22 wildlife sanctuaries. The most heavily visited sanctuaries in the region include Allens Pond Wildlife Sanctuary in Westport and Dartmouth, Tidmarsh Wildlife Sanctuary in Plymouth, Oak Knoll Wildlife Sanctuary in Attleboro, Attleboro Springs Wildlife Sanctuary in Attleboro, North River Wildlife Sanctuary in Marshfield, Daniel Webster Wildlife Sanctuary in Marshfield, and Great Neck Wildlife Sanctuary in Wareham. This person is dynamic, creative and flexible with a successful track record in one or more areas: community engagement, environmental equity and justice, conservation, education, and fundraising. The South East Regional Director encourages innovation and creativity and inspires staff, donors, and volunteers in the community to work together to achieve our ambitious goals to engage new audiences, address the effects of climate change, and protect and steward natural habitat. The Director leads, manages, and elevates the sanctuaries' potential as living laboratories for inspiring and fostering a love of nature in people of all ages and backgrounds; works closely with Conservation Science and Ecological Restoration teams to implement innovative habitat restoration projects; connects with partners to engage and mobilize members of the community to advocate for nature-based solutions to environmental challenges; and ensures that Mass Audubon is inclusive and welcoming so that more people have access and can connect with the joys of nature.

Application Instructions
Please submit resume and cover letter with your ADP application.

Responsibilities

• Vision for expanding the role of Mass Audubon in helping our local partners achieve our shared goals of nature, equity, and access.
• Work with staff to prioritize and develop workplans to best meet the organizational goals and mission.
• Work with Conservation Science and regional team to identify, prioritize and implement ecological management and habitat restoration efforts, which includes securing funding.
• Manage the South East Wildlife Sanctuaries and identify and execute new strategies, programs and projects to expand their ability to serve the community, increase biodiversity and restore natural habitat.
  • Tidmarsh Wildlife Sanctuary in Plymouth, a 481-acre property with high visitation that showcases a collaborative approach to ecological restoration with the transformation from active cranberry farm to a thriving wetland.
  • Allens Pond Wildlife Sanctuary located in South Dartmouth and Westport is ecologically rich with salt marshes, beaches, woodlands and fields. The Regional Director will work closely with Conservation Science team to implement ecological management of the site.
  • North River Wildlife Sanctuary in Marshfield hosts a thriving summer camp program along with year round education programs. The North River winds along the northern boundary of the sanctuary.
  • Oak Knoll Wildlife Sanctuary in Attleboro is 75 acres of woodlands and wetlands with 1.5 miles of trails with boardwalks. Being close to downtown Attleboro, it provides a great hub for our work throughout Attleboro.
  • Great Neck Wildlife Sanctuary in Wareham is 217 acres with four miles of hiking trails and provides critical habitat for state-listed species.
• Serve as the principal Mass Audubon spokesperson throughout the South East region.
• Supervise regional staff and prepare/implement annual workplans and budgets.
• Lead donor cultivation, grant writing and management, and fundraising activities planned in coordination with the Development staff.
• Provide strategic guidance and resource management direction for a large portfolio of educational programming including four summer camps, K-12 schools programs, and a wide variety of community programs.
• Listen, engage and collaborate with community partners and represent Mass Audubon in local communities, expanding Mass Audubon's presence to increase local impact and support.
• Coordinate and collaborate with a statewide team of Directors from other regions on organization-wide goals, sharing of resources, and desired impact.

Qualifications
At Mass Audubon, our highest priority is finding the best candidate for the job. Research has shown that people of color and women are less likely to apply for jobs if they don't believe they meet every one of the qualifications described in a job description. 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. We are looking for applicants with the following qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in non-profit management, community engagement, natural resources management, environmental education, planning, biology, or related field
• Strong background in non-profit management, fundraising, and community engagement
• Eight to ten years of work experience in non-profit management, community engagement, program coordination, environmental education, or environmental management
• At least six years of experience in a supervisory capacity
• Energy, enthusiasm, and a sense of humor
• Experience leading and managing in a multi-faceted organization and understand the opportunities this provides
• Strong communication skills and an ability to work well with staff, volunteers, visitors, partners, and community leaders
• Ability to relate to people with different backgrounds and life experiences and exercise cultural humility and inclusion
• Able to establish effective Mass Audubon presence in surrounding communities related to conservation and biodiversity of urban areas
• Hold current First Aid and CPR certification or willingness to obtain certification
• A passion for Mass Audubon's mission

Compensation, Benefits and Perks
This position's pay range is $88,000-$98,000 per year; actual salary will reflect level of experience and qualifications relative to position requirements.

Benefits eligible staff at Mass Audubon may elect to enroll in medical, dental, and vision plans. Mass Audubon also offers disability and life insurance plans, a retirement plan through MetLife, and Flexible Spending Account options. Mass Audubon employment also includes access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and the Reciprocity Agreement through the Consortium of Non-Profit Arts/Cultural/Environmental Organizations of New England. Mass Audubon employees also enjoy 13 paid holidays (holidays may shift annually due to where days fall within calendar).

Work Schedule
Full time schedule of 40 hours, Monday through Friday with occasional weekend and evening responsibilities.

Other Requirements
Employees must successfully complete a CORI and SORI Background Check and a Motor Vehicle Record (if applicable) is required.

Mass Audubon's Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Justice
Mass Audubon embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way. We are dedicated to forming a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. People of color are strongly encouraged to apply.

Mass Audubon's mission is to "protect the nature of Massachusetts for people and for wildlife" by building a strong coalition of employees, volunteers, and community members. We recognize that the environmental movement and field of conservation have been affected by societal systems that have limited opportunity and access for many people. As a result, Mass Audubon is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We are engaged in an ongoing process of organizational assessment and change, designed to remove barriers and create a workplace where all forms of diversity are recognized and valued.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Mass Audubon is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. Mass Audubon prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.