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Senior Species Recovery Specialist Road to Recovery1

Position Number: 6797858
Location: Washington, DC
Position Type: Agriculture - Environmental Science, Ecology & Forestry

Senior Species Recovery Specialist Road to Recovery1

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation's capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

Requirements

Job Overview

The Recovery Team Specialist supports the Road to Recovery (R2R) initiative housed within The Earth Commons Institute, which leads an international effort to reverse the decline of North America's bird populations through science-based, interdisciplinary action.

This position serves as R2R's principal connection between R2R and Species Recovery Teams by sharing, facilitating, and promoting R2R's framework to accelerate "Tipping Point" bird species recovery through conservation success. This role blends technical assistance, coordination, and communication-advancing innovative, inclusive approaches to conservation and ensuring that evidence-based decision-making is fully embedded within R2R's recovery framework and implementation strategies.

Duties include:

Direct Technical Assistance

Provide direct technical support to R2R species recovery working groups.
Design and deliver webinars, virtual forums, and in-person workshops.
Develop practical tools, templates, and resources.

Partnership & Coalition Building

Coordinate with national and international partners to strengthen and align recovery actions.
Represent R2R at meetings and forums.
Facilitate and enable implementation of strategies that engage the public and policymakers in evidence-based conservation.

Fundraising & Resource Development

Prepare and contribute to grant proposals, research funding applications, and donor communications.
Lead or support fundraising campaigns in collaboration with the R2R Team.

Program Oversight

Ensure program alignment with Georgetown's mission and funder priorities.
Contribute to reporting and accountability processes, budgets, and performance tracking.

Work Interactions

Reporting to the Executive Director of Road to Recovery, the Recovery Team Specialist collaborates closely with biological and social scientists, Species Recovery Team leads and coordinators, and partner organizations. The position provides technical support and training to Species Recovery Teams; enables coordination of Recovery Teams; and partners with non-profits, state and federal partners, and other academic institutions to advance R2R's mission. The position may supervise research assistants, graduate fellows, or interns supporting Species Recovery Team needs.

Requirements and Qualifications

A minimum of Bachelor's degree in biology, ecology, environmental science, natural resource conservation, or a related field; however, equivalent work experience will be considered in lieu of an advanced degree
At least 7-10 years of relevant professional experience working with a diverse range of partners in the bird conservation or non-profit conservation sector.
Experience within the conservation, environmental, or non-profit sectors.
Ability to mobilize diverse groups around a common cause.
Knowledge of ornithology and field techniques.
Knowledge of North American bird conservation challenges and species recovery strategies.
Experience implementing conservation solutions.
Excellent attention to detail and multi-tasking skills.
Strong communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire trust and collaboration.

Work Mode Designation

This position has been designated as Hybrid. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position's mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University's mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.

Candidates must submit resume and cover letter for full consideration.

Expected salary is between $75-100,000.

Pay Range:

The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is:
$66,783.00 - $126,720.23

Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University's business needs and external factors.

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EEO Statement:

GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.

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