Public Programs Manager: Bird Conservation & Education

National Audubon Society; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

National Audubon Society seeks a Manager of Public Programs in Seattle to lead bird conservation education, volunteer activities, and community outreach at the Seward Park Audubon Center. You will partner with educators, staff, and community organizations to design engaging programs that connect people with birds and habitats.

The role emphasizes equity, accessibility, and safety, with collaboration across Audubon Washington and the Americas.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental education, natural resources, environmental science, education, nonprofit management, or related field, with at least five years’ experience developing and delivering public programs or volunteer programs.
• Demonstrated commitment to conservation, habitat restoration, and community engagement.
• Experience planning and evaluating community-based programs engaging diverse audiences.
• Experience recruiting, training, supervising, and supporting volunteers.
• Willingness to work outdoors year‑round in varying weather, and occasional evenings/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, deliver, and evaluate a portfolio of public programs engaging diverse audiences in bird conservation and environmental education.
• Coordinate and facilitate educational programs, workshops, lectures, and volunteer events.
• Lead restoration and urban forestry initiatives with project planning and volunteer engagement.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and support volunteers across Center initiatives.
• Cultivate partnerships with community organizations and stakeholders to expand reach and impact.
• Represent the Center and Audubon Washington in community events and outreach.

Skills

Public programs

Volunteer programs

Community engagement

Public speaking

Program evaluation

Education

Bachelor's degree (environmental education or related)

Tools

MS Office

Web-based platforms

Volunteer management

Registration systems

Social media tools

Job description

National Audubon Society seeks a Manager of Public Programs in Seattle to lead bird conservation education, volunteer activities, and community outreach at the Seward Park Audubon Center. You will partner with educators, staff, and community organizations to design engaging programs that connect people with birds and habitats.

The role emphasizes equity, accessibility, and safety, with collaboration across Audubon Washington and the Americas.