What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director - Habitat Restoration position at Riverkeeper, Inc.?
ABOUT US
Riverkeeper is New York’s premier water quality advocate. Our mission is to protect and restore the Hudson River from source to sea and safeguards drinking water supplies, through advocacy rooted in community partnerships, science and law. With an annual operating budget of $5 million, Riverkeeper is a mid-sized not-for-profit operating in the Hudson Valley. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic, mission-oriented organization. For more information, visit www.riverkeeper.org.
JOB TITLE : Director of Habitat Restoration
DEPARTMENT : Science
REPORTS TO : Director, Science Program
LOCATION : Ossining, NY (hybrid) and various field sites throughout the Hudson Valley and New York City
POSITION SUMMARY
The Director of Habitat Restoration will lead the Habitat Restoration team to plan and implement habitat restoration activities in the Hudson River watershed including dam removal and stream restoration. They will provide expertise on issues relating to habitat quality, restoration, conservation and adaptation in support of Riverkeeper priorities including improved state and federal policy, better fisheries management and mitigating impacts to development in the watershed. Reporting to the Director of Science, this role will utilize the best available science to guide habitat restoration activities and provide expert guidance on all of Riverkeeper’s positions and priorities related to habitat and fisheries.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
This is not an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.)
- Manage and develop the Habitat Restoration team
- Work with Riverkeeper leadership to align the work of the habitat restoration team with Riverkeeper’s mission, vision and strategic plan
- Identify opportunities for habitat restoration within the Riverkeeper mission area and proactively engage stakeholders in order to develop and execute projects
- Provide ecological expertise to Riverkeeper’s advocacy and legal teams during public comment periods for a variety of policy initiatives to advance Riverkeeper’s mission
- Identify primary barriers on Hudson River tributaries with maximum benefits to aquatic species and human communities
- Manage dam removal, culvert alignment and habitat restoration projects including developing project timelines, scope of work, and budgets
- Review engineering proposals and river restoration design plans
- Form and maintain working relationships with elected officials and local decision makers in government, business, and non-profit sectors
- Research and write advocacy and educational material in coordination with the Communications team (blogs, articles and other media)
- Communicate with press and news outlets and speak at public events
- Routinely collaborate with the Development team to identify and pursue potential funding sources, including writing grant proposals for high priority projects and developing relationships with funders
EXPERIENCE & COMPETENCIES
Research shows that women and people from under-represented groups often apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. Please know that no one ever meets 100% of the qualifications. If much of this describes you, we encourage you to apply.
This might be the right next role for you if you have at least ten (10) years of relevant experience, and would likely be described as someone who can deliver on complex habitat restoration projects with multiple stakeholders. Desired qualifications :
HOURS / SHIFTS
This exempt position is full time (40 hours / week), Monday - Friday. It requires flexibility to work some evenings and weekends.
SALARY
Full-time salary range : $100,000 - $120,000 annually, commensurate with experience.
BENEFITS
Riverkeeper offers healthcare, dental and vision, life and disability coverage, retirement savings plan with employer match, annual professional development stipend, Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, personal days, floating holidays, most federal holidays, summer Fridays), and other benefits; office is closed between Christmas and New Year’s Day holidays.
OTHER
All employees are must be fully vaccinated for Covid-19.
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis and the position will remain open until filled.
HOW TO APPLY :
Candidates must apply using the link provided : https : / / riverkeeper.bamboohr.com / careers / 27?source=aWQ9MjA=
The position will remain open until filled.
Riverkeeper is an AA / EEO employer. Riverkeeper is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining exceptional people, and to creating a work environment that is dynamic, rewarding, and enables each of us to realize our potential. Our work environment is safe and open to all employees and partners, respecting the full spectrum of race, color, religious creed, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, political affiliation, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and all other classifications protected by law.
People from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Job Type : Full-time
Pay : $100,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Benefits :Schedule :
Work Location : Hybrid remote in Ossining, NY 10562
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Salary : $100,000 - $120,000
