Jobs in Bozeman, MT

About the role

The Science Program Director will oversee the Science program whose purpose is to ensure WWF’s Great Plains (GP) Program is guided by robust science to 1) sustain and expand intact grasslands, 2) enhance the ecological function of prairie ecosystems, and 3) restore keystone and endangered wildlife, while ensuring WWF continues to be a leader in grassland conservation science. This work entails managing a staff of 2-4 science specialists and senior specialists; developing and maintaining key partnerships in the science community; engaging with public and private sector partners; prioritizing strategies to meet overall program objectives; measuring progress toward program goals; designing and implementing a variety of programs focused on improving grassland conservation; fundraising for program goals and objectives; and managing project workflows that involve numerous other internal WWF teams. – is needed to manage multiple complex workstreams, staff responsibilities, budgets, consultants, timelines, proposals, reports, and metrics with a high level of accuracy and follow-through. This role requires someone who can track details carefully, anticipate gaps, uphold scientific and operational quality, and ensure that science priorities are delivered on time and in support of broader organizational objectives. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. This position is eligible for domestic (United States) relocation.

What you'll bring

• – is needed to lead, develop, and support a high-performing science team while setting clear priorities, clarifying workplans and expectations, providing feedback, fostering collaboration, and ensuring the team’s work is aligned with the Great Plains Program strategic plan.
• – is needed to ensure the Great Plains Program is guided by rigorous science, strong ecological and social monitoring, adaptive learning, and the ability to synthesize complex scientific information into practical conservation strategies.
• Master’s degree and minimum 10 years' experience, in a related field is required.
• PhD contributes towards experience.
• Knowledge of, and experience working in, the Great Plains ecoregion
• Expert scientific knowledge of the drivers, threats, and opportunities in grassland conservation.
• Scientific leadership on grassland conversion, ecological and social indicators, climate mitigation and biodiversity accounting, and wildlife restoration.
• Deep familiarity of ecological/conservation principles, including proven experience with monitoring the ecological response of restoration and conservation efforts.
• Knowledge of community led conservation principles and understanding of social science that can be applied to measure conservation outcomes.
• Deep familiarity of ecological/conservation principles at ecoregional scale, history, and trends.
• Excellent knowledge of national and regional conservation arena, key players, and policies.
• Ability to think strategically and incorporate input from a variety of stakeholders, collaborators, and fellow staff members.