Mashomack Preserve Director

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and waters on which all life depends. One of our core values is our commitment
to diversity. Therefore, we are committed to a globally diverse and culturally
competent workforce. 
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About Mashomack Preserve 

A place
of exceptional natural beauty where conservation actions and research are
conducted and environmental education programs are carried out, the 2,000- acre
preserve serves as a “living laboratory” for connecting people and nature. 

Efforts to conserve terrestrial, freshwater and marine
resources through innovative strategies serve as models and contribute to
organization wide goals of connecting people and nature, conserving critical
lands, restoring oceans and bays, and reducing the impacts of climate change to
enhance coastal resilience. Opportunities
abound to collaborate with esteemed academic institutions and advance knowledge
on timely issues.  

Mashomack Preserve offers an unparalleled outdoor experience that
enhances the connection of people to the natural world. Mashomack’s natural
amenities, extraordinary facilities, combined with its proximity to the New
York metropolitan area (90 miles from Manhattan) provides visitors with a deep
immersion into nature at a premier destination.  

Position Overview 

The Mashomack Preserve
Director is responsible for executing a comprehensive
conservation, education & outreach, cultivation and fundraising program in
support of The Nature Conservancy’s mission and conservation
goals. 

The Director works to further Mashomack’s key role
as a premier Conservancy preserve, where careful stewardship, cutting edge
research, innovative education and meaningful community and donor
engagement thrive. The Director is a dynamic leader who oversees all aspects of
Mashomack Preserve operations.

The Director is the ambassador of the Nature
Conservancy and principal contact with the local community, donors, key leaders
and elected officials. S/he works with Mashomack and
other Long Island Chapter staff in conservation, philanthropy, government
relations, marketing, and operations to establish goals for
Mashomack Preserve that align with organizational priorities.

The Director
raises funds to implement conservation strategies and to support local and
global initiatives.  The Director leads and
manages a team of full-time staff, seasonal staff, interns, and volunteers and
works closely with the Mashomack Preserve Trustees. Housing is available on-site. 

Responsibilities & Scope

• Envisions
  and promotes Mashomack Preserve as a Center of
  Conservation Excellence – cultivating support for the Conservancy’s
  conservation priorities, notably forest health, coastal resilience and water
  and air quality.

• Ability to inspire, motivate and lead a team and execute plans/strategies.

• Has
  a passion for natural places and an understanding of conservation
  principles.

• Promotes
  and oversees the Manor House and Preserve as a
  premier destination to cultivate and generate support for programs and
  initiatives at the Preserve and across the Conservancy

• Serves
  as an ambassador for The Nature Conservancy to the
  local community, leaders and elected officials, trustees and donors, and builds
  support for The Nature Conservancy’s priorities.

• Insures
  alignment of Mashomack
  Preserve activities with Long Island Chapter and TNC’s
  global priorities.

• Works
  with the Mashomack Preserve Trustees to build support for Mashomack and Nature Conservancy
  priorities. 

Minimum Qualifications 

• BA/BS degree and a minimum of 5 years’
  experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

• Experience leading and managing a team
  and executing a plan.

• Experience
  communicating to a wide range of audiences.

• Experience with donor cultivation and
  fundraising.

•  Experience managing a major program or
  project of strategic importance, including coordinating the work of other
  professionals and partners.    

To Apply 

• Please click below: "Apply Here!" and search for Job ID# 44492
• Application deadline is 11:59 pm EST on
  September 20, 2016 

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Employer. Our commitment to diversity
includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the
leadership and contributions of men and women of diverse backgrounds, beliefs
and culture. Recruiting and mentoring
staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is
a priority and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors,
religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual
orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status or other status
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