Manager, Public Programs

National Audubon Society•Seattle, WA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager, Public Programs leads public-facing conservation, education, stewardship, and volunteer programs at the Seward Park Audubon Center. As a member of Audubon Washington’s conservation and education team, the Manager develops and delivers programs that connect people with birds, habitat, and community-based conservation. The role works with Center staff, Audubon Washington colleagues, volunteers, educators, community partners, and other stakeholders to create high-quality programs and hands-on experiences. Program areas may include stewardship projects, conservation lectures and workshops, restoration and reforestation events, community science projects, guided nature experiences, and other opportunities for people to learn about conservation and take practical action. The position is based on-site at the Seward Park Audubon Center in Seattle, Washington. The Center is located within 277 acres of old-growth forest and 2.5 miles of shoreline in South Seattle and serves students, families, teens, and community organizations. The regular schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. The Manager reports to the Center Director. This position is represented by the Communication Workers of America (CWA). Compensation is $36.00–$41.00 per hour.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in environmental education, natural resources, environmental science, education, nonprofit management, or a related field, and at least five years of experience developing, managing, and delivering public programs, volunteer programs, environmental education initiatives, or community engagement efforts; equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
Knowledge of and commitment to conservation, habitat restoration, environmental stewardship, and community engagement.
Experience planning, implementing, and evaluating community-based programs that engage diverse audiences in conservation, environmental education, stewardship, or volunteerism.
Experience recruiting, training, supervising, and supporting volunteers, including coordinating volunteer-led activities.
Strong public speaking, facilitation, presentation, and communication skills, with the ability to engage varied audiences and collaborate effectively with colleagues, volunteers, participants, and community partners.
Experience building and maintaining partnerships with community organizations, educational institutions, public agencies, and other stakeholders.
Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, environmental justice, and community-centered engagement.
Strong organizational, project management, problem-solving, and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience using web-based platforms, databases, volunteer management systems, registration systems, and social media tools.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.
Ability to work outdoors year-round in varying weather conditions, traverse uneven terrain, and lift and carry materials and equipment, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Willingness to work occasional evenings, weekends, and special events as job demands.
Ability to travel locally and occasionally throughout Washington State as needed.
Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain and maintain First Aid and CPR certification.
Commitment to Audubon’s values of care, collaboration, change, integrity, impact, and innovation.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with culturally, linguistically, and socioeconomically diverse communities and creating inclusive, welcoming program environments.
Experience developing communications, outreach campaigns, social media content, newsletters, or other public-facing materials.
Experience fostering inclusive and collaborative work environments.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, deliver, and evaluate public programs and experiences that engage diverse audiences in bird conservation, habitat restoration, environmental education, community science, stewardship, civic engagement, and related topics, in collaboration with the Center Director.
Coordinate and facilitate educational programs, workshops, lectures, guided experiences, volunteer events, and public presentations on birds, wildlife, habitat conservation, climate resilience, environmental justice, and related topics.
Lead restoration, reforestation, and urban forestry initiatives, including project planning, volunteer engagement, implementation, and measurement of conservation outcomes.
Recruit, train, supervise, and support volunteers participating in conservation activities, restoration projects, educational programs, and other Center initiatives.
Cultivate and maintain partnerships with community organizations, educators, researchers, community leaders, government agencies, and other stakeholders to expand program reach, capacity, and impact.
Represent the Center and Audubon Washington through community engagement, partnership development, outreach activities, and public events.
Design and facilitate programs and volunteer experiences that incorporate equity, accessibility, inclusion, cultural competency, youth protection, and Safe Space practices.
Maintain and foster a culture of safety.
Manage program administration and logistics, including event scheduling, volunteer coordination, speaker recruitment, materials procurement, site reservations, and online event management systems.
Develop communications and outreach materials, including event promotions, newsletters, web content, social media content, and other public-facing communications.
Establish and maintain program evaluation, data management, recordkeeping, and reporting processes, including participant feedback, outcome tracking, volunteer records, grant deliverables, contract requirements, and organizational reporting.
Support a culture of philanthropy, including public funding efforts.
Collaborate with colleagues across the organization in the Americas through joint planning and execution of shared priorities.
Support additional Center programs and operations, including school field trips, youth engagement programs, retail operations, and other conservation and education activities, as needed.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.