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Description
Mission
Tracy Aviary fosters caring for the natural world, enriching and transforming lives through our connection with birds.
We seek a highly skilled professional with passion and enthusiasm for our mission to lead Tracy Aviary. We have an exciting strategic plan in place, as well as a preliminary master plan. Construction on the first new exhibit defined in those plans begins this fall.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
The Executive Director is responsible for the overall management of the Aviary. Success requires adept fiscal and personnel management, as well as donor cultivation, capital fundraising, and communication with government officials. The Executive Director oversees a dedicated bird care, education, and administrative staff of 20, and reports to an active Board of Directors. Compensation for this position is negotiable and commensurate with experience and training.
Qualifications
This position requires a leader with proven fundraising and management skills, whose personal style will elevate the stature of the organization in our community, motivate the organization, and inspire staff. The successful candidate will have a Master's degree in management and/or science or equivalent experience, and at least five years of progressive leadership and management experience in comparable organizations in the non-profit, public or private sectors.
Closing Date
This position will be open until it is filled, but candidates are urged to apply before November 15 for full consideration.
To Apply
Please submit a cover letter and rsum. In your cover letter, address the following questions: How does Tracy Aviary's mission fit in with your personal or career goals? What is the largest fundraising task you have managed? What was your role, and the amount raised? What experience (work or volunteer) do you have in the non-profit sector? What are your salary expectations? What makes a successful leader?
Send materials to:
Executive Director Search Committee
Tracy Aviary
589 E 1300 South
Salt Lake City UT 84105-1111