Job Description
Director of Conservation
Position: Director of Conservation,
Adirondack Council
Supervisor: Executive Director, Adirondack Council
Prepared: October 15, 2002 (updated August 19, 2005)
Summary of Position
The Director of Conservation
is responsible for the implementation of conservation program
to achieve the mission of the Adirondack Council as outlined
in the strategic plan. S/he actively engages the Council's Board
of Directors Conservation Committee and appropriate staff to
develop conservation research, education and outreach programs
within the Adirondack Park, and beyond. This position is supervised
by the Executive Director and participates on the Council's management
team. The Director of Conservation currently supervises no Conservation
program staff. The person filling this position is required to
reside within the Adirondack Park.
Duties:
1) Design and implement science-based
conservation strategies in collaboration with the Council's Board
Conservation Committee, Government Relations, Fund Development,
and other appropriate organizations and government agencies.
2) Provide guidance and support for the Council's program actions
related to public land use planning within the Adirondack Park,
including the DEC Forest Preserve unit management planning process
and APA projects.
3) Provide guidance and support for the Council's park monitoring
program, including the compatible use of the private lands and
waters within the Adirondack Park.
4) Identify and facilitate research, education and outreach programs
needed to advance the Council's conservation programs in collaboration
with research and educational institutions, conservation organizations,
local communities and government agencies.
5) Identify and support appropriate community-based conservation
programs that advance the compatible use and development of the
Adirondack Park's forests, lands and waters.
6) Organize and facilitate education and science events in collaboration
with other organizations.
7) Prepare and monitor an Annual Budget for the Conservation
Program in collaboration with the Operations Program and Executive
Director.
8) Actively participate on the Adirondack Council management
team with other program directors and the executive director,
including active engagement of the Council Board Conservation
Committee.
9) Supervise and periodically assess the performance of Conservation
staff. Interns are frequently used to assist with the Conservation
program. Facilitate and support skills development and career
development opportunities.
10) Represent the Council to external audiences, participate
on various advisory groups and committees and assist in fundraising
efforts, as requested.
11) Park-wide travel is necessary and state-wide travel is required
for public hearings, meetings, etc.
Entrance Requirements:
1) Three to five years of demonstrated
professional and personal involvement in conservation and compatible
uses of natural resources. Experience with Adirondack Park issues
preferred.
2) Advanced degree in natural sciences, conservation biology,
land use planning, or similar fields.
3) Excellent oral and written communication skills, and outstanding
interpersonal skills to work effectively with a wide variety
of people at all levels.
4) Successful management experience with strategic planning,
program development, staff supervision and career development.
5) Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
If interested, please send your
cover letter and resume to Susan Hughes, The Adirondack Council,
103 Hand Ave, Elizabethtown, NY 12932
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