AUDUBON CANYON RANCH EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Position Announcement ABOUT AUDUBON CANYON RANCH (ACR) Founded in 1962, ACR has preserved approximately 2,000 acres of environmentally significant land in Northern Californias Marin and Sonoma Counties as wildlife sanctuaries, centers for nature education and conservation-based research. Each year, ACR staff and volunteers inspire thousands of visiting students and families to love and respect nature, and better understand the need to protect our natural heritage. ACR is an independent non-profit 501(c)3 organization with a staff of 20 and an annual budget of over $2 million.
THE OPPORTUNITY This is an exciting opportunity to lead a well-established, fiscally strong, highly respected environmental organization and to have an impact on shaping its future. The Executive Director will join a team of dedicated staff, a committed Board, and a community of hundreds of enthusiastic volunteers. ACR is currently implementing a strategic plan focused on growth and is investing in an expanded resource development effort. POSITION SUMMARY The Executive Director will provide visionary leadership to the Board, staff and volunteers of ACR. S/he will share a passion for and commitment to ACRs mission with the broader community, raising visibility for the organization. S/he will find opportunities to collaborate with organizations and individuals in order to achieve ACRs goals. S/he will be a seasoned leader who has experience managing a complex organization. S/he will have fundraising experience soliciting donations and the ability to direct a resource development program. The Executive Director will lead strategic planning, maximizing resources to help ACR realize its full potential. S/he will provide focus and direction to ACRs conservation science, ecological restoration, environmental education, habitat protection, and land acquisition programs. QUALIFICATIONS  Demonstrated ability to articulate a compelling vision for an organization  Successful experience with strategic planning  Demonstrated commitment to and knowledge of ACRs areas of focus: conservation science, ecological restoration, environmental education, habitat protection, and land acquisition  Track record of success in resource development  Substantial senior level management experience Website For the full position announcement and more information about ACR and its programs visit our website: www.egret.org APPLICATION PROCESS Quinlan Gaston Huey Associates, an organization development and executive transition firm, is conducting this search on behalf of Audubon Canyon Ranch. Applicants should send a résumé and letter of interest to [email protected]. Please include ACR ED Search in the subject line. Review of résumés will begin on May 13, 2009 and will continue until the position is filled. Audubon Canyon Ranch is an equal opportunity employer.
