Position Announcements
DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
The Ausable Freshwater Center (AFC), a nonprofit environmental conservation organization based in Wilmington NY, seeks an experienced development director to advance the organization's mission and maximize the engagement of people that care about freshwater systems and their value for communities. Working with board and staff, the development director will plan and execute annual fundraising strategies (major gifts, foundation grants, campaigns, appeals, and events), nurture donor relationships, and expand awareness of AFC's mission and programs. Working closely with the executive director, the operations director, and the finance and grant administrator, the development director is primarily responsible for growing and sustaining our vital private revenue streams. They will also support and advise the executive director’s public funding advocacy, helping to devise actionable strategies, build broad support networks, and targeting opportunities. This is a senior staff position with an excellent salary and benefits package. See the announcement in the sidebar for details and for information on how to apply.
STREAM RESTORATION PROJECT MANAGER
The Ausable Freshwater Center (AFC), a non-profit environmental conservation organization based in Wilmington, New York, seeks a qualified individual to serve as stream restoration project manager. Reporting to and working closely with AFC's stream restoration director, the project manager will facilitate stream restoration, culvert replacement, and field assessment projects. This is a wholistic project management position that requires a detail-oriented individual capable of performing construction oversight, environmental permitting, grant reporting, budget tracking, and landowner engagement. The ideal candidate will also have experience with field-based geomorphic measurement, desktop analysis, and problem assessment. Qualified candidates will be able to meaningfully contribute to a growing program that restores streams, builds flood resilience for communities, and serves as a technical resource for freshwater protection throughout the Adirondack region. Click here for the full job description and application instructions.
The Ausable Freshwater Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating opportunities and a respectful, fair, and open environment for all of our employees, volunteers, and project partners.
