Conservation Field and Co-existence Manager

Oakland Zoo•Oakland, CA

4d•$32 - $37•Hybrid

About The Position

The Conservation Field and Co-existence Manager will advance Oakland Zoo’s mission by expanding and diversifying our field conservation initiatives, focusing on human-wildlife conflict, climate change, and habitat loss solutions for California native predator species - with capacity to expand into global predator initiatives. Joining the Conservation Team, the primary responsibilities are establishing and implementing plans to conserve species such as gray wolves, mountain lions, and African lions through alliance building, research-based conservation programs, community action, and behavior change strategies. This position will be hybrid as directed, with a combination of in-office, off-site and remote work. Some California travel will be required in the Bay Area and Northern California in order to collaborate with partners and programs. Please note: A cover letter is required for this role and will be used to help assess your application. The letter should be no more than two pages and demonstrate your ability to clearly communicate your understanding of the role, the relevant conservation issues, and how your skills and experience would contribute to your success.

Requirements

7 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience (A BA may be considered equivalent to up to 3 years of relevant experience, and an AA may be considered equivalent to up to 2 years), which should include the following:
wildlife applied and actionable research
intra-agency, interagency, and tribal coordination and cooperation
climate change, and habitat loss solutions for California native predator species
in community engagement, community co-design and behavior change theory
Expertise in human-wildlife conflict mitigation and resolution
Ability to effectively interact with a variety of stakeholders with varying perceptions of wildlife: conservationists, government agencies, communities, ranchers, researchers, etc.
Ability to work both independently and within a team structure
Ability to drive initiatives forward remotely and in-person
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

Nice To Haves

Experience managing a team of interns or volunteers
Experience supporting fundraising by getting, fulfilling and managing grants
managing a team of interns or volunteers
supporting fundraising by getting, fulfilling and managing grants

Responsibilities

Wildlife Conservation and Co-existence Program Management
Research, identify and develop field programs with various partner organizations to support holistic conservation strategies and maximize conservation impact
Co-create and manage effective, long-term plans that leverage local knowledge systems and values, and support capacity-strengthening to improve the status of ecological and human well-being
Collaborate across departments, aligning Oakland Zoo resources with conservation field initiatives
Develop and operationalize robust monitoring and evaluation frameworks for future field conservation efforts, including research, protection/restoration, community engagement and education
Conservation Leadership
Create relevant alliances which might include that local non-governmental organizations, International Union for the Conservation of Nature programs, California state conservation strategies, and AZA initiatives to build alignment, strengthen partnerships and optimize conservation actions.
Participate in the planning and implementation of Conservation Department initiatives and help inform Oakland Zoo’s strategic and campus planning work
Work collaboratively with other Oakland Zoo departments like Learning & Engagement and Marketing to ensure staff and public engagement reflects our conservation mission and work
Complete other duties as needed and assigned