Vice President, Lands and Habitat Conservation Specialist

5 days ago

Washington, United States Defenders Full time
Job Title: Vice President, Lands and Habitat Conservation

Defenders of Wildlife seeks a highly skilled and experienced Vice President, Lands and Habitat Conservation to lead our efforts in conserving lands and habitats important to protecting and maintaining biodiversity nationally.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead Defenders' work to conserve lands and habitats important to protecting and maintaining biodiversity nationally.
  • Ensure effective on-the-ground implementation of federal and private land and habitat conservation programs described in Defenders' strategic plan, conservation priorities, and conservation campaigns.
  • Develop and promote incentives to conserve biodiversity on federal, state, tribal, and private lands and waters.
  • Influence federal, state, and tribal administrative and legislative initiatives impacting wildlife habitat and other natural resources.
  • Work on federal, state, and tribal land management issues impacting sensitive wildlife species.
  • Maintain and enhance the ecological integrity of priority wildlife habitat.
  • Maintain and enhance the conservation of biodiversity in general.
  • Provide leadership and support for outreach efforts, with a priority on implementing Defenders' diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice values.
  • Work closely with the President & CEO, Senior Vice President of Conservation Programs, Vice President for Species Conservation & Coexistence, and other senior leadership.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required; advanced degree preferred.
  • 15 years of experience, 7 years of supervisory experience, and 5 years of managing 2+ layers.
  • Expert-level knowledge of Defenders' legal, scientific, and/or political issues.
  • Expert-level knowledge of national and regional social, political, and ecological landscapes.
  • Ability to foster a team and organizational culture that models the tenets of the Commitment Statement.
  • Ability to connect employees and their work to Defenders' mission.
  • Ability to set and maintain clear expectations, ensuring clarity of roles, accountabilities, and responsibilities.
  • Ability to ensure that staff have the skills and support required to perform at the highest level.
  • Ability to create and maintain a diverse, inclusive, and high-functioning environment.
  • Ability to prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion in department and organizational-level decisions.
  • Ability to manage employee conflict and resolve escalations in an inclusive and healthy manner.
  • Ability to effectively lead and manage change.
  • Ability to develop mid-level leaders and staff to their highest capabilities, through delegation, coaching, empowerment, and professional growth opportunities.
  • Ability to provide effective feedback in real-time.
  • Ability to create and implement team and organization-wide strategies in support of Defenders' Strategic Plan.
What We Offer:
  • A competitive salary and benefits package.
  • A dynamic and supportive work environment.
  • The opportunity to work with a talented team of professionals dedicated to conservation and wildlife protection.
  • The chance to make a meaningful impact on the conservation of lands and habitats important to protecting and maintaining biodiversity nationally.

Defenders of Wildlife is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to creating a workplace that is inclusive and respectful of all employees, regardless of their background, culture, or identity.

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