[birdky] FW: [pwlist] Position Announcement: Flying WILD Manager
- From: "Vorisek, Shawchyi (FW)" <Shawchyi.Vorisek@xxxxxx>
- To: <birdky@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Tue, 4 Dec 2007 12:43:28 -0500
FYI:
Shawchyi Vorisek
Avian Biologist
Wildlife Diversity Program
KY Dept. of Fish and Wildlife Resources
#1 Sportsman's Lane
Frankfort, KY 40601
(502)564-7109 Ext. 368
shawchyi.vorisek@xxxxxx
www.fw.ky.gov <http://www.fw.ky.gov/>
Position Announcement
Manager, Flying WILD
Council for Environmental Education
Houston, Texas
The Council for Environmental Education (CEE) seeks a highly motivated
and experienced environmental education administrator and program leader
for our Flying WILD national bird education initiative. A key function
of the position will be to build the Flying WILD City Partner Network.
CEE Background:
CEE is a non-profit 501(c)3 educational organization formed in 1970 by
representatives of natural resource and education agencies. CEE's
mission is to provide environmental education programs and services that
promote stewardship of the environment and further the capacity of
learners to make informed decisions. At the national level, CEE
administers Project WILD, Project WILD Aquatic, WET in the City, Team
WET Schools, and Flying WILD. The policy and direction of the Council is
governed by a Board of Directors comprised primarily of natural resource
agency, business and education professionals. For more information on
the Council for Environmental Education please visit:
www.councilforee.org <http://www.councilforee.org/> and
www.flyingwild.org <http://www.flyingwild.org/> .
Responsibilities:
The Flying WILD Manager will be charged with growing the national City
Partner network for the delivery of Flying WILD. This will involve
making initial contacts, processing written agreements, supervising
contractors, managing grants, promoting the program at national
conventions, developing and maintaining written publications, and
strategic planning. The Manager will work with a wide variety of
federal, state, local, and non-governmental organizations that support
bird conservation and education. The Manager will also interface with
the emerging Bird Education Network and will have responsibilities for
advancing bird education nationally. Flying WILD communications and the
Flying WILD annual meeting will be planned, managed and implemented by
the Flying WILD Manager. Moderate travel is required.
Qualifications:
A minimum of three years in program administration, preferably at the
state or national level is required. Excellent writing skills (writing
samples will be requested) and strong communication skills are essential
to success in the position. Highly qualified candidates will have
entrepreneurial know-how, grant management experience, keen
organizational skills, familiarity with the bird education community,
knowledge of education reform, and the ability to multi-task and set
priorities within a large variety of program initiatives. Experience
working with urban audiences is a plus, as is experience in writing
funding proposals.
B.A. or B.S. degree in education, environmental education, curriculum
and instruction, natural resources or related field is required.
Location:
The Flying WILD position is based at the CEE National Office in Houston,
Texas. CEE is located in an attractive "pedestrian friendly" shopping
and restaurant district in West University's Rice Village, one block
from Rice University. Nearby (within one hour) recreational areas
include Galveston Island beaches, Armand Bayou nature preserve, the Katy
Prairie, Clear Lake boating and fishing area and numerous freshwater
lakes.
Compensation:
Salary will be based on skills and experience. Benefits include health
insurance, dental insurance, compensatory time, paid holidays, vacation
leave, medical leave and a 403(b) plan. A travel budget is provided for
all work-related travel. CEE maintains a non-smoking work environment.
Application:
To apply, please forward a cover letter, resume, and names of three
current professional references to ceeinfo@xxxxxxx
<mailto:ceeinfo@xxxxxxx> . All applications must include a cover letter.
Final candidates will be asked to provide writing samples and a salary
history. Deadline to apply is December 10, 2007. CEE is an equal
opportunity employer.
Thanks!
Lanese Bush
Administrative Assistant
Council for Environmental Education
5555 Morningside Drive, Ste. 212
Houston, TX 77005
713-520-1936 phone
713-520-8008 fax
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