Hello, birders. Here's an ad for an important position with the American Birding Association. You are welcome to bring this announcement to the attention of those who might not see it here on BirdChat. Thanks! --Ted
------------------------------------------ The Board of Directors of the American Birding Association (ABA) invites applications for President/Chief Executive Officer. The ABA, the leading North American non-profit membership birding organization, provides leadership and guidance for field birders with a rich array of publications, educational programs, meetings, partnerships, and networks. The ABA, located in Colorado Springs, expects its President/CEO: To possess a thorough understanding of financial management of non-profit organizations, including budgeting, and budget implementation. To understand and share passion for wild birds of the North American birding community; To provide strong, visionary leadership that inspires the board, staff, and membership, while developing the organization's potential; To have strong personnel management skills that includes team-building and conflict resolution. Additional skills needed are: Proven leadership in managing a non-profit organization; Experience in fundraising and development; Excellent oral and written communication; A strong working knowledge of staff-board relations; Ability to conduct and implement long-term strategic planning. Salary commensurate with experience. Additional information about the American Birding Association may be obtained on the ABA website www.americanbirding.org. To apply, please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and three references with contact information (including addresses, phone numbers, and email) to: Carol Wallace, Executive Assistant American Birding Association 4945 N 30th Street, Suite 200 Colorado Springs, CO 80919-3151 ------------------------------------------ Ted Floyd Editor, Birding American Birding Association P. O. Box 7974 Boulder, Colorado 80304-7974 303-444-6363 [email protected] Please visit the web site of the ABA: http://www.americanbirding.org BirdChat Guidelines: http://www.ksu.edu/audubon/chatguidelines.html Archives: http://listserv.arizona.edu/archives/birdchat.html
