Vice President of Conservation Programs and Partnerships at Seattle Aquarium
Company: Another Source
Location: Seattle
Posted on: May 8, 2024
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Job Description:
At a glance: The Seattle Aquarium is recruiting a Vice President
of Conservation Programs and Partnershipsan innovative visionary
ready to redefine the aquarium landscape that will enjoy the
flexibility of a hybrid work schedule based in Seattle, WA. As the
ninth largest aquarium in the U.S. by attendance, the Seattle
Aquarium hosts over 22 million visitors and provides marine
conservation education to over 1.6 million school children. The
ideal candidate will be a trailblazer, capable of pioneering fresh
strategies and transforming ideas into impactful initiatives. They
will lead a team in developing a forward-looking vision for
conservation efforts, pushing boundaries to achieve ambitious
goals. If youre passionate about ocean conservation and eager to
make a difference, this role may be tailored for you. We invite you
to submit your application to learn more! Description: What you'll
be doing: Another Sources client, Seattle Aquarium , is recruiting
a Vice President of Conservation Programs and Partnerships? to join
their team in Seattle, WA . ?? ? Heres a little about Seattle
Aquarium and the position they are recruiting for:?? The Seattle
Aquarium, a leading marine conservation organization, is looking
for a Vice President of Conservation Programs and Partnerships to
join the Conservation Programs and Partnerships team . Our
conservation policy and advocacy, research, and species recovery
programs are critical to deliver on our mission: Inspiring
conservation of our marine environment. The conservation programs
and partnerships team are passionate, strategic, and motivated by
our shared vision for a regenerative and equitable future for all
life on this planet. They are equal part knowledge-holders and
knowledge-seekers, working in collaboration with local, national,
and international partners to advance our conservation
prioritiesclimate resilience, sustainable seas, and clean waters.
All positions at the Aquarium support our SALISH Values
(Sustainable, Awe-Inspiring, Learning and Improving, Inclusive
Community, Scientific Integrity, Honoring Place). As a part of our
values, the Aquarium is committed to creating a diverse, equitable
, and inclusive organization. We adopted a Diversity, Equity and
Inclusion (DEI) strategic plan and Regenerative Plan. We envision a
future in which ocean and coastal communities survive and thrive,
where we can meet the needs of the present while building more
resilient and equitable systems for the future .? Learn more about
the Seattle Aquarium : https://www.seattleaquarium.org/who-we-are
About the role : The Seattle Aquarium is looking for a Vice
President (VP) of Conservation Programs and Partnerships to lead
this team, co-create the vision for growth of these programs, and
create the enabling conditions for the team to thrive. The VP of
Conservation Programs and Partnerships also identifies
opportunities for new internal and external collaborations, pursues
fundraising opportunities to support innovative programs and
partners, and represents the organization on various internal and
external committees. The position reports to the Chief Conservation
Officer and has three direct reports (i.e., Senior Manager of Ocean
Policy, Senior Manager of Conservation Research, and Species
Recovery Program Manager), with an overall team of 11 staff.? We
are seeking a strong and compassionate leader who understands the
challenges and opportunities in ocean conservation, and someone who
is passionate about building a more equitable , regenerative, and
resilient future for all. The portfolio of projects led by the
Conservation Programs and Partnerships team spans diverse
initiatives from decades-long sea otter conservation research to
influencing policy that can reduce plastic pollution to recovering
endangered pinto abalone in Washington. These diverse programs are
enabled, catalyzed, and enriched by our identity as an aquarium,
and equity, access and justice are foundational and interwoven
throughout. Launched in 2018, the Conservation Programs and
Partnerships team is in an active state of growth, awaiting their
next leader who can continue to expand our influence and impact
into the future. The anticipated yearly salary range for this
position is: $140,000 - $160,000 What you will be doing: Team
management and collaboration:? Lead ing and support ing the
Conservation Programs and Partnerships (CPP) team, ensuring a
positive, supportive, and inclusive work environment.? Foster ing
professional growth of team members through coaching and mentoring,
providing feedback, training and professional development,
accountability, team culture, and opportunities for internal
advancement.? Actively and effectively supporting internal
collaboration to advance ex situ and in situ conservation
activities across the suite of initiatives led and/or co-led by the
Conservation Programs and Partnerships team. Establish ing the
strategic vision for team and program development, growth, and
evaluation, working in collaboration across the department . Provid
ing leadership in strengthening internal communications with staff
at all levels throughout the organization. Act ing as a change
agent and ensure open, bi-directional communication between the
departments staff and the organizational leadership.? Conservation
program leadership, cultivation, and partnerships: Seek ing and
pursu ing opportunities to expand our role as a global conservation
leader and increase our capacity for in situ and ex situ
conservation programs . Co-creat ing and implemen tin g
conservation initiatives that integrate across disciplines
(internally and externally), engage diverse voices and
perspectives, and maximize conservation impact in support of our
mission and conservation priorities. Embrac ing a collaborative
approach in all initiatives, inclusive of partners across cultures
and sectors (e.g., aquariums and zoos, government entities, NGOs,
tourism operators, academic institutions), with a particular focus
on Indigenous and local communities and emerging leaders. Provid
ing support and guidance to the CPP team on program advancement,
including effectively resourcing program expansion . Serv ing as a
spokesperson (e.g., press, media, conferences, events, hearings),
championing the Aquariums work with partners and sharing lessons
and successes. Strategic thinking, planning & development?: Serv
ing as an active and collaborative member of the executive team to
establish the short- and long-term strategic plan for the Aquarium
and to model cross-functional integration and collaborative ways of
working.? Elevat ing and align ing CPP team goals toward our
objective of becoming a regenerative aquarium and global
conservation leader, considering impacts and opportunities for
interdepartmental collaboration while ensuring the optimal use of
resources.? Seek ing , identify ing and pursu ing funding
opportunities to support the expansion and building of innovative
programs, often in collaboration with the Philanthropy team and
other departments. Prepar ing and manag ing departmental budgets,
aligning three team budgets within the scope of the departmental
budget, ensuring effective and responsible fiscal practices.?
Proactively adapt ing to meeting changing business requirements and
emerging opportunities, facilitating the implementation and
acceptance of change within the workplace.? Co-develop ing and
implement ing field conservation, research, and species recovery
programs in close collaboration with the Department of Animal Care,
Department of Conservation Engagement and Learning, and Dive
Program.? Lead ing , advanc ing , and integrat ing diversity,
equity, access, inclusion, justice, and regenerative practices
throughout team management, conservation initiatives, and
organization-level decision-making.? Minimum Qualifications: ? At
least 10 years of cumulative experience, demonstrating continued
growth and leadership in a Tribal enterprise, environmental
nonprofit, government agency, aquarium, zoo, or similar
organization.? Minimum of ten years of growing responsibility in
leadership and management at an environmental nonprofit, government
agency, aquarium, zoo and/or similar organization.? Clear,
communicative leadership and management skills, with demonstrated
experience supervising and mentoring staff at multiple levels, team
development, career progression, and with leading interdisciplinary
teams.? Extensive knowledge of and practical experience with ocean
conservation, including the challenges, opportunities, and emerging
changes in the field. Familiar with state-level, U.S., and global
conservation policy . Working knowledge of marine ecology and the
International Union for the Conservation of Nature. Familiarity
with marine conservation issues in the Salish Sea or Coral Triangle
region. Preferably working knowledge of freshwater ecology .
Understanding of the importance and complexities of Tribal treaty
rights, Tribal sovereignty, and how Black, Indigenous, and global
majority groups have approached conservation . Experience building
multi-faceted, multicultural, interdisciplinary, and effective
conservation initiatives across a complex organization in
collaboration with a diverse array of local and international
partners that meet the needs of communities. Skilled fundraiser
across both public and private pathways, including government
grants, conservation foundations and individual donors. Solid
knowledge of local, national, and international funding landscape
with experience cultivating relationships, developing proposals and
reporting. Deep understanding of resource management in terms of
time, effort, budget and funding, and evidence of strategic
decision making in allocation and tracking of resources.
Solutions-oriented approach in addressing opportunities that
achieve near- and long-term goals of the department.? Excellent
verbal, writing and editing skills, including experience with
public speaking, and acting as an institutional spokesperson with
the press and media. Preference for multilingual speakers with
comfort and practice communicating across cultural and language
barriers.?? Strong ability to build and maintain positive,
respectful relationships with people from diverse backgrounds,
including international experience. Ability to build bridges, use
diplomacy, and approach others from an empathetic and curious
perspective.?? Whats in it for you: Full-time staff are eligible
for the Seattle Aquariums comprehensive benefits package to include
medical, vision, dental, an employer-funded health reimbursement
account, medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts,
life insurance, long-term disability, 403b retirement fund with
employer match, access to a subsidized ORCA pass, a Seattle
Aquarium Family Plus membership and generous paid time off. Equal
Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination: The Seattle Aquarium
is committed to expanding a diverse, equitable , and inclusive
conservation movement. We are invested in building an Aquarium with
a wide variety of backgrounds, identities, languages, cultural ways
of knowing, and life experiences. We know research shows that
society has conditioned communities of color, trans and gender
non-conforming people, immigrants, people with disabilities, and
other marginalized candidates to more frequently not apply to a job
because they dont feel that they meet all of the qualifications
listed even if they are qualified. If you meet some of the
requirements and you are passionate about our mission and our
ocean, we encourage you to apply and look forward to learning more
about you. Another Source works with their clients, on a retained
project basis. We are committed to building inclusive candidate
pools as we partner with hiring teams. Veterans, women, people of
color, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities are encouraged to
apply. As you read through the job posting and review the list of
qualifications ( required and/or preferred), please do not self-
select out if you feel you do not meet every qualification. No one
is 100% qualified. We encourage you to apply and share your story
with us. #AS1
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