Wildlife Refuge Leadership & Conservation Director

U.S. Department of the Interior; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of the Interior in Fremont, California seeks a Wildlife Refuge Manager, GS-0485-13, to lead the San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge Complex.

You will direct staff, habitat and wildlife programs, conservation initiatives, public use, land acquisition, facilities, and budgeting while coordinating with diverse partners to advance conservation goals. Responsibilities include strategic planning, policy development, and representing the refuge at events to explain management

Qualifications

• Experience leading diverse teams in habitat and wildlife programs.
• Knowledge of conservation policy and program administration.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and administer refuge land, wildlife, and aquatic conservation activities.
• Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with federal, state, local, Tribal, NGOs and other groups.
• Supervise a multifaceted team of professionals and staff, ensuring high standards and compliant work.

Skills

Leadership

Wildlife management

Budgeting

Staff supervision

Partnerships

Education

Bachelor's degree in Natural Resources or related field

Tools

GIS

GPS

Job description

U.S. Department of the Interior in Fremont, California seeks a Wildlife Refuge Manager, GS-0485-13, to lead the San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge Complex.

You will direct staff, habitat and wildlife programs, conservation initiatives, public use, land acquisition, facilities, and budgeting while coordinating with diverse partners to advance conservation goals. Responsibilities include strategic planning, policy development, and representing the refuge at events to explain management