Executive Director

at Los Angeles Audubon Society

Website:
http://losangelesaudubon.org/

Location:
Los Angeles, CA

Job Description:
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Position for Los Angeles Audubon Society Los Angeles Audubon is accepting applications beginning February 1, 2012 for the position of Executive Director. The mission of Los Angeles Audubon is to promote the enjoyment and protection of birds and other wildlife through recreation, education, conservation and restoration. The Executive Director will have the following duties and responsibilities: • Fund raising through grant applications, donor solicitations, membership drives, and fund drives; • Serve the Board of Directors by implementing the business, policies, and goals of the organization including contract negotiations, employee management, and other administrative and supervisory responsibilities; • Further the conservation and education goals of the organization by supporting staff that develop and manage these programs in the Los Angeles area; • Interact with the Audubon network of chapters, state office, and national office. • Develop and direct a communications strategy to members and the public. The ideal candidate will have strong grant writing and fund raising skills. Los Angeles Audubon Society has developed and currently manages several excellent volunteer conservation programs for Least Tern and Western Snowy Plover at Los Angeles beaches. The education programs ranges from high school through elementary school and currently serves over 2500 students each year within the urban core of Los Angeles. The conservation and education programs currently are supported by grants and interested donors. The Executive Director reports to the Board of Directors of Los Angeles Audubon Society, Inc. Compensation as a full-time employee will be commensurate with experience. Los Angeles Audubon is a California non-profit corporation with 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status and a certified chapter of National Audubon Society. The mission of Los Angeles Audubon is to enjoy and protect birds and other wildlife through recreation, education, conservation and restoration. Los Angeles Audubon is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, mental or physical disability, veteran or family status, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies. All offers of employment with the Society are contingent upon verification of the employee’s right to work in the United States of America.

To Apply:
Submit electronic letter of interest and resume to Los Angeles Audubon at: mailto:mgriswold@newfields.com Please put LAAS Application as the subject line.

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