Executive Director–San Francisco, CA

Organization: San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory (SFBBO

Job Title: Executive Director

Location: San Francisco

Posted on: May 10

Organization Overview

The San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory (SFBBO) is seeking a full-time Executive Director. SFBBO is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) corporation dedicated to the conservation of birds and their habitats through science and outreach. Located in Milpitas, CA, SFBBO has 5 full-time and 3 part-time staff, and an annual budget of $500,000. Established in 1981, SFBBO has 31 years of experience conducting avian research and monitoring in the San Francisco Bay Area. Our research contributes to land management decisions that address local conservation challenges of concern to resource agencies, policymakers, and California citizens.

SFBBO enjoys a long-term relationship with Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge and the South Bay Salt Pond Restoration Project through a variety of projects, such as the Snowy Plover Recovery Program, monitoring of pond-dependent waterbird populations, and breeding population studies of colonial waterbirds. We have operated the Coyote Creek Field Station, our bird banding station, since 1982 and have several ongoing studies focused on riparian and marsh songbirds. Other projects focus on the conservation and restoration of tidal marsh – upland transitional zones in partnership with resource agencies and nonprofits. We actively provide opportunities for SFBBO members and other Bay Area residents to directly engage the natural history and science of the San Francisco Bay Area, through classes, walks and citizen science projects. Our team of 100 long-standing, dedicated volunteers greatly enhances the reach of our science.

Description

The Executive Director (ED) will lead all aspects of SFBBO and reports to the Board of Directors. The Board of Directors is looking for an action-oriented leader, with the ability to inspire staff, volunteers, members, donors and partners toward the common goal of SFBBO’s mission.

The Executive Director –

• Implements SFBBO’s strategic plan; oversees all current programs; develops and implements new initiatives; annually evaluates organizational effectiveness; promotes programs and fosters collaborative relationships with partners, resource agencies, funders and the community
• Writes grants and pursues program-related contracts; oversees the development and implementation of a diversified fundraising plan; maintains and builds upon current funding sources including grants, contracts, and donations; creates opportunities for and supports Board fundraising efforts
• Develops annual organization budget and tracks performance against budget, administers grants and contracts, prepares monthly finance reports for Board Finance Committee, adheres to procedures as outlined in Financial Policy.
• Hires, trains, supervises, mentors, and supports staff; complies with all organizational and legal requirements for hiring and employment practices; conducts annual staff performance reviews
• Assists Board leadership to recruit, orient, train, and mobilize new Board members to support our mission, provides the Board with pertinent and timely information for decision making and organizational evaluation

Qualifications

The SFBBO Board of Directors is seeking a proven leader with excellent communication and organizational skills, as well as a personal commitment to avian conservation science. Candidates should possess the following qualifications:

• Background in and/or familiarity with field ornithology and conservation science
• Experience in organizational leadership with excellent personnel management skills
• Successful grant-writing or fundraising experience
• Proven success building collaborative partnerships
• Excellent communication skills
• Budget management skills

The following qualifications would be assets:

• Ph.D. or M.S. in biology, ecology or a related field with an ornithology emphasis or extensive experience in field ornithology
• Familiarity with Bay Area ecosystems and conservation organizations
• Experience working in a non-profit organization
• Experience working with government and resource agencies

How to Apply

SFBBO’s Board of Directors has established a search committee to review applications and interview potential candidates. Salary will be determined based upon the successful candidate’s level of experience.

SFBBO offers a competitive benefits package with health care, dental, and vision coverage, plus 20 days paid time off/year. Some weekend and evening work will be required.

To apply please submit a cover letter, a resume, and a list of 3 references to Board Chair Troy Rahmig at[email protected]. Review of applications will begin immediately, position open until filled.

For additional organizational information, please see our website at www.sfbbo.org. SFBBO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.