The Estuary Program is seeking an Associate Director to support program management, operations & administration, fundraising, and grant management. This position plays a key role in management of an environmental nonprofit, including program oversight and operational support. The Associate Director also supports communication and outreach efforts to increase knowledge and stewardship to help protect Morro Bay and the lands that surround it. The Executive Director and Associate Director work together to promote estuary and watershed health and showcase the scientific, restoration, and education work of the Estuary Program.
The Associate Director reports to the Executive Director and works closely with the Comptroller on budget tracking, grant management, contracting, and other financial management tasks. The position is a leadership development role, offering experience in nonprofit management and direct mentorship from an Executive Director.
About the Organization
The Morro Bay National Estuary Program brings the community, local governments, nonprofits, government agencies, and landowners together to protect and restore Morro Bay. The Estuary Program is a non-regulatory, nonprofit organization that conducts monitoring and research, restores natural habitats, and educates residents and visitors on how to keep Morro Bay clean and healthy. The Morro Bay National Estuary Program is one of 28 national estuary programs around the country that are working to safeguard and improve the health of some of our nation’s most important coastal waters. The Estuary Program achieves results by closely collaborating with many partners to accomplish our shared goals of protecting and restoring the estuary and the watershed. For more information about the program visit MBNEP.org.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
The Estuary Program is a dynamic environmental nonprofit organization. While these are the anticipated duties and responsibilities, they may shift due to changing program priorities. Other duties may be assigned.