Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $62,000.00 - $70,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
flexible schedule
Professional Development
Employee Discounts
Job Description
The National Audubon Society is a prestigious nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of birds and their natural habitats across the Western Hemisphere. With a rich history spanning over 120 years, Audubon is driven by science-based and community-focused approaches to environmental protection. The organization highlights the role of birds as vital indicators of the Earth's health, serving as messengers of ecological changes and motivating effective conservation action. Audubon’s mission centers on ensuring a thriving planet today and for future generations through collaborative and bipartisan efforts that cross geographical and political boundaries. The organization boasts a robust network of over 800... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Minimum 5 years experience in visitor engagement, retail, nonprofit management or business
- Excellent interpersonal and emotional intelligence skills
- Strong passion for conservation and related mission
- Proven leadership and staff mentorship abilities
- Time management and organizational skills
- Budget management experience including profit and loss
- Ability to collaborate and build partnerships
- Positive problem-solving mindset
- Flexible hours availability including weekends and holidays
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and POS systems
- Commitment to organizational values including care, collaboration, and innovation
- Experience working in inclusive environments
- Ability to travel between Ohio Centers
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
- 5+ years of experience in visitor engagement, retail, nonprofit management or business
- Excellent interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence
- Passionate about conservation and Audubon mission
- Strong leadership skills with ability to mentor staff
- Effective time management skills
- Experience managing budgets including profit and loss
- Outstanding judgment and ability to build partnerships
- Positive and innovative problem-solving approach
- Ability to work flexible hours including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Proficiency in MS Office and business software such as point of sale systems
- Commitment to Audubon values
- Experience fostering inclusive and collaborative work environments
- Ability to travel between two centers
Job Duties
- Manage guest services departments for both Ohio Centers and report admission and gift shop revenues and expenses
- Oversee scheduling and management of admissions and gift shop regular and seasonal staff
- Manage retail operations including supplier agreements, point of sale system, and ordering merchandise
- Manage Aullwood rental program and support Ohio Centers rental program strategy and vendor RFP process
- Ensure centers open on time, maintain welcoming condition, and securely close each evening including cash reconciliation
- Monitor facilities and exhibits daily to ensure good condition and track maintenance requests
- Support Senior Manager with evaluation systems and guest feedback
- Serve as Manager on Call to respond to emergencies, security issues and liaise with law enforcement
- Collaborate with Senior Manager to support and co-lead special events
- Foster a culture of philanthropy and support public funding efforts
- Coordinate with colleagues across the Americas for shared priorities
- Maintain and promote a culture of safety
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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