Community Conservation Fellow

National Audubon Society•Tiburon, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The National Audubon Society is a nonprofit conservation organization focused on protecting birds and the places they need. Audubon California seeks two Community Conservation Fellows to help build lasting relationships between local communities and Audubon and develop conservation solutions that benefit birds, nature, and people. The fellowship is based on-site at the Richardson Bay Audubon Center & Sanctuary in the San Francisco Bay Area, with work also supporting the San Francisco Bay Program. Fellows receive mentorship and training in habitat restoration, leadership, community stewardship, and advocacy. They engage youth and community members in nature and conservation, help build student leaders and stewards, and co-design outdoor events and projects for diverse, multigenerational audiences. They also participate in restoration workdays and learn field surveying and monitoring techniques. Fellows should be residents of the San Francisco Bay Area or agree to on-site housing at the Center. The posting gives the assignment period as January 2027 through September 2027, at 40 hours per week, with compensation of $20 per hour.

Requirements

Interest or experience in community engagement, native plants, habitat restoration, and/or climate resiliency.
Basic knowledge of ecology and identification of common local birds, primarily waterbirds and shorebirds.
Interest or experience in environmental education, interpretation, or outreach.
Desire to engage others, especially young people, about conservation and the natural world.
Willingness to spend periods of time outdoors in varied weather conditions.
Communication and motivational skills sufficient to lead small groups.
Experience or ability in teaching or working with diverse audiences.
Strong research and writing skills.
Strong oral communication skills.
Strong work ethic, exceptional organizational skills, and attention to detail.
At least one year of relevant job or volunteer experience in outreach, organizing, communication, education, or conservation; alternatively, currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree focused on or interested in environmental, climate change, marine or coastal, administrative, and/or land use law, or other relevant topics.
Adaptability and versatility to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Microsoft Word.
Commitment to Audubon’s organizational values of care, collaboration, change, integrity, impact, and innovation.
Willingness to obtain an FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate.
Must be a San Francisco Bay Area resident or agree to on-site housing at the Richardson Bay Audubon Center & Sanctuary.

Nice To Haves

Interest in birds.
Access to a vehicle or a valid driver’s license, which will expand field work opportunities.
Experience fostering inclusive and collaborative work environments.

Responsibilities

Help with restoration activities around the Center and nearby project sites.
Assist with and lead daily center-based and community-based programming.
Maintain garden tools and other equipment.
Create social media posts and videos demonstrating conservation activities and climate resiliency.
Assist with curriculum development for the Audubon Youth Leaders (AYL) program.
Assist with curriculum development for environmental education for ages 4–7 during Audubon Adventure Summer Camp.
Represent Audubon when interacting with visitors and program attendees.
Support a culture of philanthropy, including public funding efforts.
Collaborate with colleagues across the Americas through joint planning and execution of shared priorities.
Maintain and foster a culture of safety.
Carry out other duties as assigned.
Participate in restoration field workdays with the San Francisco Bay Program Manager and learn surveying and monitoring techniques at field sites.