Position Announcement
Executive Director
Alaska Bird Observatory
Fairbanks, Alaska
Application Review Begins: Monday, 29 May 2006
Fur further information, please go to:
http://www.alaskabird.org
The Alaska Bird Observatory (ABO) is a non-profit corporation dedicated
to advancing the appreciation, understanding, and conservation of birds
and their habitats through research and education. Founded in 1991, ABO
is the only observatory specializing in long-term studies of migrant and
resident landbirds of Alaska.
The Alaska Bird Observatory is looking for an experienced leader with a
proven record of non-profit or general business management who is
committed to the mission and work of ABO. The ability to sustain and
nourish organization-wide vision and cohesion are essential. Excellent
verbal and written communication skills, experience developing and
managing budgets, and the ability to manage research and education
programs are critical qualities. The position requires experience with
fundraising, supervision, and human resource management.
Responsibilities of the Executive Director include program
administration, fundraising, community relations, financial management,
human resource management, and facilities and technology development and
oversight.
Applicants should provide a cover letter, detailed resume, and contact
information for three references. Direct inquires and application
materials can be addressed to the search committee in care of Kelly Wien
(KWien [at] alaskabird.org). Application review will begin Monday, 29 May
2006 and will continue until a suitable candidate is selected.
For position details, please see:
http://www.alaskabird.org