Western Science Coordinator; California / Oregon

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Agency

Monarch Joint Venture

Location

California or Oregon preferred; other U.S. locations west of the Rocky Mountains may be considered.

Job Category

Full time Positions

Salary

$45,000 - $55,000

Start Date

01/01/2022

Last Date to Apply

11/14/2021

Website

https://monarchjointventure.org/about-us/job-opportunities

Description

Join the growing team of the Monarch Joint Venture (MJV), a nonprofit dedicated to protecting monarchs and their migration by collaborating with partners to deliver habitat conservation, education and science across the United States. The Western Science Coordinator will support the MJV by developing and facilitating MJV’s network of western-based research partners to advance monarch habitat conservation across the western landscape. The position will be 100% remote and reports to the MJV Associate Director. Learn more about the mission, vision and values of the MJV on our website. Primary Responsibilities: ● Science Services (55%) - Lead western science initiatives and foster research and monitoring to strategically support monarch conservation objectives west of the Rocky Mountains. ● Western Science Partnerships (15%) - Foster relationships with science-focused MJV partner organizations and representatives in the West and develop a network of researchers dedicated to advancing western monarch conservation work. ● Western Science Strategy (10%) - Support strategy development for MJV’s western science initiatives that fits within MJV’s overarching science and program strategy. ● Science Resource Management (12%) - Develop, update, or uplift existing resources to support science objectives and support partners in their development of resources for monarch research and science. ● Grant Writing/Reporting (5%) - Provide strategic direction and support for new science-focused funding opportunities, and track project deliverables and outcomes for grant reports. ● Budget Management (3%) - Track science project expenses and project budgetary needs for MJV western science initiatives. ● Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: ● Science Experience - A minimum of three years of relevant experience (or a degree in a related science field with at least 2 years of relevant experience). ● Facilitation and Coordination Experience - A demonstrated ability to effectively engage and organize various stakeholders to accomplish common science goals. ● Analytical Skills - Demonstrated ability to use appropriate tools to conduct basic statistical analyses for science initiatives and broadly interpret relevant statistical analyses. ● Communication Skills - Demonstrated science communication skills, including oral presentation, writing, and ability to use appropriate communication technologies with a variety of audiences. ● Adaptability - Self-motivated ability to work independently and collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders under general guidance from manager. ● Workload Management - Demonstrated ability to set and maintain manageable priorities and forward progress for multiple responsibilities. ● Strategic Thinking - Demonstrated ability to think strategically about sustainability and growth of the MJV’s science initiatives. ● Problem Solving - Demonstrated ability to use critical thinking to seek out, identify, and communicate solutions to challenges as they arise. ● Technology - Proficiency using Google suite, Microsoft Office Suite, and other relevant technology systems. Preferred Experience*: ● Experience working with monarchs or other pollinators ● Experience with habitat monitoring techniques ● Experience managing field technicians or other remote/seasonal teams ● Experience with GIS ● Experience working with farmers/the agricultural sector ● Experience providing virtual or in person community science trainings *You do not need to have all these qualifications to apply, but please highlight your experience with any of these in your resume/cover letter! How to Apply: ● Submit a single PDF document titled “Your Name_Western Science Coordinator” that includes: 1) A one-page cover letter that outlines your interest in this position. 2) Your resume. 3) The names and contact information for 3 references. ● Send application materials by email to [email protected] with the subject line “Western Science Coordinator Application”

Contact Person

Office Manager

Contact eMail

[email protected]

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