[PCA] JOB: Program Director for Conservation of Threatened Species and Habitats, Desert Botanical Garden (Phoenix, AZ)

[Shannon Fehlberg]

Program Director
Conservation of Threatened Species and Habitats
Desert Botanical Garden, Phoenix, Arizona

One of the world’s major botanical gardens specializing in desert plants seeks an individual to direct an expanded and enhanced conservation program. The successful applicant will have (1) training in botany and the ecology of rare species, (2) knowledge of conservation policy issues and governmental regulatory frameworks and (3) experience in implementing conservation measures. The Program Director will be a member of the Research Department and report to the Director of Research. Responsibilities include program development and management, collaboration with other conservation organizations and governmental agencies, and seeking extramural funding for program initiatives. Ph.D. and strong supervisory skills are required. Send C.V., a 1-page description of your philosophical approach to conservation issues, and names and contact information of three references to Ms. Mary Catellier, Director of Human Resources, Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix, AZ 85008. Review of applications will begin June 15, 2009 and applications will be accepted until position is filled. For additional information visit www.dbg.org. An Equal Opportunity Employer.