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Director of Development
Summary:
Under general supervision of the CEO, develop and implement strategies to raise funds to support the mission of the Center, including Capital Campaigns, and building a sustainable Annual Fund and Planned Giving Programs to support the ongoing programs and initiatives of the Center.
To Apply: Send your cover letter and resume to info@thecenterforbirdsofprey.org
- Develop, implement and manage a strategic fundraising plan that encompasses all of the Center’s fundraising activities, including Capital Campaigns and short- and long-range strategic planning activities to create and achieve fund-raising goals and objectives.
- Work with the CEO, Staff, Board members and others to research, identify, cultivate, and solicit contributions from foundations, corporations, individual donors and other sources.
- Ensure compliance of the Center’s Development Program with local, state and federal policies and regulations and act as an Ambassador for the Center and its mission.
- Maintain and solicit a portfolio of major donors. Establish sound donor stewardship programs for the Center and the donors. Develop and oversee tracking and stewardship strategies.
- Oversee and serve as the primary author of all grant proposals and reporting activities to funders. Lead the planning and implementation of all fund raising events and special appeals.
- Prepare oral, written, and visual presentations for current and potential funders.
- Work with the CEO, staff, volunteer staff and Board members to develop appropriate strategies for continually building the Donor, Membership and Planned Giving base.
- Coordinate and manage budgets for Development Office activities.
- Provide leadership on best practices and professional standards related to development and recommend policies to ensure the professionalism and quality of the development program.
- Build and maintain the Development and Donor program infrastructure, and an Operating Manual describing policies and procedures, database and technology operations, prospect research and Donor recognition methods.
- Contribute to the content and design of traditional printed fund-raising materials as well as electronic communications and the Center’s website.
- Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Salary is commensurate with experiance and qualifications.
Work Location: On-site, some remote work
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Charleston Area Reciprocity Pass
- Professional development assistance
Avian Medical Clinic Manager
Summary:
Under the supervision of the Director of Avian Medicine and Director of Operations, facilitat efficient and smooth daily operations of the Medical Clinic
To Apply: Send your cover letter, resume and two professional references to Mandy Feavel, Director of Operations: mandy.feavel@avianconservationcenter.org
Responsible for oversight and supervision of all day-to-day activities within the Avian Medical Clinic including daily care and treatment of injured and resident birds admitted for medical care. Accountable for transitioning birds through critical care, intermediate care, flight training and release in a timely fashion within Center guidelines and USFWS permit regulations.
Act as an Ambassador for the Center and its mission; ensure compliance of the Center’s Medical Clinic with all local, state and federal policies and regulations.
Ensure consistency with all established Avian Medical Clinic procedures and protocols.
Supervise the daily clinic operations, including work distribution to staff and volunteer staff. Provide training, scheduling, and supervision of clinic personnel. Coordinate volunteer staff integration and progression in clinic operations.
Maintain the Raptor Med medical record database; manage database users, ensure accuracy of clinic data, and generate necessary monthly (internal) and year-end (external) reports.
Communicate and consult with other agencies/centers as necessary. Ensure timely communication with presenters of injured birds in accordance with Center policies.
Coordinate specialist and veterinary referrals as required. Assist attending veterinarians in surgical and treatment procedures as necessary.
Assist the Center Directors in preparing, administering, and monitoring annual budgets for the Center’s medical operations and assist with periodic cost and productivity assessments.
Manage clinic internships; advertise, interview, and onboard new interns as necessary to ensure adequate intern coverage throughout the year. Continue to develop clinic internship program to enhance intern training, experience, and outcomes.
Manage, maintain, and ensure proper usage of medical materials, equipment, and facilities, schedule routine equipment and medical facility maintenance.
Oversee the injured bird dispatch phone line program; coordinate onboarding, provide training, scheduling, and supervision of dispatch personnel. Cover the injured bird line and arrange transport of injured birds as needed.
Perform humane euthanasia in accordance with all Center, state and federal regulations and protocols.
Assist with the ongoing preparedness for a contaminant spill event and the treatment and husbandry of impacted birds.
Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
- Bachelor’s degree in biology, wildlife ecology or related field. Significant experience may be considered in place of education.
- 3-5 years of experience in wildlife medicine/rehabilitation, with a preference for raptor and shorebird experience.
- 1-2 years of experience successfully managing volunteers and/or interns.
- Ability to work outside in all seasons/conditions and lift 50lbs.
- Must be legally entitled to work in the United States.
This is a full-time, salaried position. The salary range for this position is $35,000 – $42,000 based on experience. Full-time employees are eligible for health insurance benefits following a 90-day orientation period. Following completion of the 90-day orientation period, regular full-time employees are eligible for six paid holidays and earn accrued paid-time off/vacation.
Injured Bird Dispatch/Transport Network Coordinator
Summary:
Under general supervision of the Director of Programs and Operations and the Avian Clinic Manager, manage the overall Injured Bird Emergency Line and Transport Network program. Provide general supervision for dispatch volunteer staff and injured bird transport team. Serve as an integral member of the Avian Conservation Center Medical Clinic team.
To Apply: Send your cover letter, resume and two professional references to Mandy Feavel, Director of Operations: mandy.feavel@avianconservationcenter.org
- Oversee the Avian Medical Clinic’s Injured Bird Emergency Line and Injured Bird Transport Network.
- Recruit, train, onboard and retain dispatch and transport volunteer staff.
- Answer/cover the Injured Bird Emergency Line as needed. Respond to calls in a professional and timely manner, arrange safe and efficient transport for injured birds to Clinic.
- Serve as Coordinator of the dispatch and transport team members, including planning and coordinating regular meetings, training workshops and appreciation events.
- Facilitate quarterly newsletters and/or additional communications to the dispatch/transport team.
- Ensure compliance of the Center’s transport functions with local, state, federal, and ACC policies and regulations and act as an Ambassador for the Center and its mission.
- Maintain and cultivate relationships with veterinary hospitals in the local area and statewide as appropriate temporary holding facilities for injured birds in transit.
- Maintain and cultivate relationships with other South Carolina licensed wildlife facilities as approved referral centers for additional species or resources.
- Consult with the Avian Medical Clinic staff as needed for challenging rescue/transport situations and assisting in coordinating patient releases.
- Substantial experience in customer / client relations
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Experience with wildlife rescue / care
- Able to work weekend and evening hours as required
This is a full-time, salaried position. The starting compensation for this position is $30,000/year. Full-time Center employees are eligible for health insurance benefits following a 90-day orientation period and earn accrued paid-time off/vacation
Facilities & Grounds Manager
Summary:
Maintain the facilities and grounds of the Avian Conservation Center/Center for Birds of Prey in accordance with established standards and procedures.
To Apply: Send your cover letter and resume to info@thecenterforbirdsofprey.com
- Oversee the maintenance of all landscaped areas of the ACC Campus including (but not limited to):
- Regular turf-grass management (regular mowing during the growing season)
- Pruning and trimming of trees and shrubs
- Weed and pest control
- Assist with building and facilities maintenance in accordance with ACC/CBP maintenance plan.
- Coordinate repairs and maintenance tasks with outside vendors when necessary.
- Assess all campus grounds and facilities for maintenance and repair needs.
- Maintain all roadways on the ACC Campus.
- Service and repair equipment utilized in Campus maintenance and daily operations
- Oversee and advise staff and volunteer staff on the use, control, and maintenance of landscaping supplies and equipment.
- Assist in the coordination and supervision of Grounds Volunteer Staff activities and conduct training in the proper care, treatment, and utilization of tools and equipment for campus maintenance.
- 2-3 years of experience with grounds keeping and landscaping
- Experience with golf cart and small engine maintenance and repair.
- Plumbing and electrical experience is desirable.
- Ability to work outside in all seasons and lift 50lbs.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Salaried Paid twice per month.
Salary Range: $30,000 – $40,000 based on experience.
Work Location: On-site
Benefits:
Full time employees are eligible for health insurance benefits following a 90-day orientation period and earn accrued paid-time off/vacation.
Advancement Associate
Summary:
This is an exciting career opportunity for a highly motivated, detail-oriented, aspiring individual interested in nonprofit management and conservation.
Under general supervision of the Director of Development and the Director of Operations, the Advancement Associate will support and assist in development, special events and donor communications activities.
To Apply: If you meet the qualifications, we invite you to apply. Please submit your cover letter, resume and up to 4 references to mandy.feavel@avianconservationcenter.org.com
- Provide administrative support to the Director of Development including; donor communications, scheduling, event assistance, membership management, etc.
- Assist with management of the Center’s grants program:
- Research foundations and other potential grant sources and qualifying criteria.
- Compile necessary information for the application process through collaboration with the Director of Development and other staff.
- Draft, complete, and submit grant applications according to application requirements in a timely manner.
- Coordinate the monitoring and evaluation of programs and projects that are grant funded. Completes internal and funder reports as necessary.
- Assist with the planning, implementation, and execution of fundraising and educational events to include the annual gala, a concert fundraiser in the spring, Owls by Moonlight programs in the fall/winter, volunteer staff events and more.
- Lead the gift acknowledgement process to provide timely and appropriate recognition of Center Donors.
- Advance the Center’s Membership program by generating renewal letters, tracking and reporting Membership statistics, and providing appropriate interaction with visiting Members throughout the year.
- Manage support volunteer staff as required, including scheduling, training, assignments and supervision of duties.
- Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
- 1-2 years’ experience with grant writing
- Ability to work professionally with the public and relate to diverse audiences
- Excellent organization and communication skills (both oral and written)
- Self-starter capable of working independently or as a team member in a dynamic, rapidly changing environment requiring critical thinking and multi-tasking.
- Basic computer fluency in programs including (but not limited to) Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, ticketing software and Donor management software.
- Reliable transportation
- Some evening and weekend hours required
- College degree
- 1-2 years’ experience with donor management software
- An interest in avian science and conservation Desire to learn about donor communications and non-profit management
This is a full-time, salaried position with a starting salary of $30,000. Health insurance benefits, paid vacation, and a regional reciprocity pass to area attractions are available after completing 90 days of service. The hours include, but are not limited to, Monday – Friday, 8:30AM-5PM.
