Director, Mississippi River Program
Quick answer
The National Audubon Society is hiring a senior Director, Mississippi River Program (hybrid, preference for New Orleans, LA) to lead water conservation efforts in the Mississippi River watershed, with a salary range of $115,000 - $129,000 / year.
- Role
- Director, Mississippi River Program
- Organization
- The National Audubon Society
- Location
- Hybrid, with preference for New Orleans, LA or remote within the Mississippi watershed
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $115,000 - $129,000 / year
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The National Audubon Society is seeking a Director, Mississippi River Program to strengthen, expand and lead Audubon’s water conservation strategy across the River and key parts of the watershed.
What you'll do
- Implement and evolve a comprehensive water conservation strategy
- Lead implementation and further development of Audubon’s Mississippi River watershed conservation and policy agenda
- Supervise regular and intern staff
- Serve as an Audubon spokesperson for multi-organizational coalitions
- Collaborate with regional offices and external partners
- Participate in policy engagement and educational activities
What it takes
- Bachelor's degree in public policy, political science, biology, ecology, natural resources management, or related field
- 10+ years' progressive experience in policy, advocacy, science and/or public service
- Experience in and knowledge of water policy, wildlife conservation, and related issues in the Mississippi River watershed
- Demonstrated experience overseeing complex projects
- Outstanding interpersonal skills and communication skills
- Demonstrated success with fundraising
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
Hybrid, with preference for New Orleans, LA or remote within the Mississippi watershed.
What is the compensation range?
$115,000 - $129,000 / year.
What are the key qualifications required?
Bachelor's degree in public policy, political science, biology, ecology, natural resources management, or related field, 10+ years' progressive experience in policy, advocacy, science and/or public service, experience in and knowledge of water policy, wildlife conservation, and related issues in the Mississippi River watershed.
How do I apply?
Applications are accepted on the National Audubon Society's careers site.
Is the job remote?
Hybrid, with preference for New Orleans, LA or remote within the Mississippi watershed.
How to apply
Apply directly on The National Audubon Society's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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