Director of Conservation & Community Education

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Organization

Mohonk Preserve

Job Posted

February 27, 2024

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Remote

No

Contact Name

Ellen Sticker

Contact Email

esticker@mohonkpreserve.org

Deadline to Apply

Location

New Paltz, NY
United States
Are you a strong leader who has experience building engaged and empowered teams?
Do you have a love of the outdoors and are enthusiastic about sharing it with people from diverse backgrounds?
Are you looking for an opportunity to create educational opportunities in the community you work in?
If you answered yes, we would love to have you join the Mohonk Preserve team.

Summary

Mohonk Preserve is seeking a senior-level manager to lead the Preserve’s Department of Conservation & Community Education. The most important responsibility of this position is to provide exemplary supervision of the Conservation & Community Education team, ensuring that the team is strong, engaged, supportive, and collaborative.  

The Director:

  • Is a member of the Leadership Team engaging on organizational strategy and planning efforts and interdepartmental initiatives.
  • Will build and maintain connections/collaborations with diverse and underrepresented communities regionally to strengthen partnerships and improve access to Mohonk Preserve, enhancing community connection with the land.

Bachelor’s degree in a field relevant to the core subject areas of this position and 5-7 years of relevant experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience.

Five+ years of successful supervisory experience of full-time staff required. 

Salary: $80-$84k/year BOE; full benefits

How to Apply

Email cover letter, resume, and 3 professional references (include phone and email) by March 13, 2024, to: employment@mohonkpreserve.org

The anticipated start date of this position is early May 2024. No phone calls please.EOE

Details & application information: https://www.mohonkpreserve.org/who-we-are/jobs-fellowships-and-internships/

Compensation Information

This is a permanent, full-time position with a full benefits package including health insurance (employer’s contribution toward premium is 95% for individual; 50% for family), retirement plan, generous vacation, sick and other paid time off. 

  • Salary: $80 – $84k per year based on experience
  • Mohonk Preserve membership for the duration of the position 
  • Access to lands and activities of Mohonk Mountain House resort

Eligibility for certain benefits is dependent upon a variety of factors including length of employment.