Manager of Conservation Programs - Western Region

Ducks Unlimited, Inc.•Rancho Cordova, CA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Ducks Unlimited, Inc. (DU), a leading wetland and waterfowl conservation organization, is seeking a qualified candidate for a Manager of Conservation Programs position for its Western Region, covering California, Nevada, Hawaii, and Arizona. This role, based in Rancho Cordova, California, will collaborate with another Manager of Conservation Programs to oversee five geographically based Conservation Area Teams. The objective is to lead, develop, grow, and implement DU’s conservation efforts in these states, working alongside a team of biologists, engineers, fund-raisers, and other professionals.

Requirements

Well-organized with proven abilities in leadership, program management, partnership development and stewardship, strategic and business planning, budget and personnel administration, and programmatic fundraising.
Minimum of 5 years of related experience.
Relevant experience in wetland restoration, working landscape conservation, and wildlife habitat management.
Knowledge of state and federal land conservation programs, grant opportunities, and relevant policies and regulations.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Proven grant writing, editing, and administration skills.
A track record in successful partnership building.
Willingness and ability to travel frequently, including overnight travel.

Nice To Haves

Program and staff supervisory experience.
An advanced degree in ecology, biology, or environmental sciences.
A waterfowl biology and wetland ecology background.
Experience working with volunteers, board members, and donors.

Responsibilities

Coordinate with the other Manager of Conservation Programs to provide comprehensive management of the overall program and communicate activities, issues, opportunities, and program status to the Director of Conservation Programs (DCP).
Serve as a member of the Western Region’s Conservation Management Team, coordinating with other conservation managers on strategic planning, budgeting, and staffing.
Directly supervise multiple biologists, providing leadership, strategic vision, management oversight, and technical assistance.
Provide guidance and support to biologists to assist them with building, growing, and implementing effective and sustainable conservation programs.
Work closely with the other Manager of Conservation Programs and Conservation Area Teams to identify staffing needs for resource forecasting and application.
Coordinate with the other Manager of Conservation Programs and Conservation Area Teams to ensure timely and accurate submission of quarterly revenue and workload projections.
Regularly monitor budget projections and coordinate with the other Manager of Conservation Programs and Conservation Area Teams to ensure projections are updated and reliable.
Coordinate with the other Manager of Conservation Programs and biologists to ensure budgeted acreage and revenue projections are met for the fiscal year.
Coordinate end-of-fiscal-year habitat delivery reporting with biologists and GIS staff.
Provide quality assurance and quality control for proposal submittals and grant administration.
Manage contracts and coordinate programmatic agreements that cover multiple conservation areas.
Work cooperatively with DU’s communications team to produce outreach and marketing materials highlighting DU’s conservation work.
Work closely with DU’s Development and Ecological Goods and Services staff to identify and develop appropriate funding opportunities.
Secure funding and deliver direct, on-the-ground conservation projects, including wetland restoration/enhancement and land management practices.
Attend professional meetings to represent DU and deliver presentations or support as needed.
Conduct other duties as assigned to fulfill DU’s mission of wetland conservation.