Science Specialist

## Science Specialist Apply locations:
Audubon Florida - Remote time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 3 Days Agojob requisition :
JR1191
** About Audubon
** The National Audubon Society is a leading nonprofit conservation organization with 120 years of science-based, community-driven impact, dedicated to protecting birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. Birds are powerful indicators of our planet’s health, acting as sentinels that warn us of environmental change and inspire action. Audubon works across the Western Hemisphere, driven by the understanding that what is good for birds is good for the planet.

Through a collaborative, bipartisan approach across habitats, borders, and the political spectrum, Audubon drives meaningful and lasting conservation outcomes. With 800 staff and over 1.9 million supporters, Audubon is a dynamic and ever-growing force committed to ensuring a better planet for both birds and people for generations to come. Learn more ubon.org and on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @audubonsociety.
** Position Summary**:

The Science Specialist serves as Audubon’s lead scientific advisor on Lake Okeechobee and related restoration, water management, habitat, and wildlife conservation issues primarily in the Northern Everglades. Aligned with Audubon’s overall conservation goals and strategies and in coordination with the Senior Manager of Everglades Policy, this individual will provide scientific and technical expertise to support Audubon’s work in Florida's conservation, policy, and advocacy priorities that result in the organization’s increased capacity to protect priority birds and their habitats.

This position will be remote in the Southern Orlando or West Palm Beach area and must live or be willing to relocate to Osceola, Highlands, Okeechobee, St. Lucie, Martin, Palm Beach, Hendry, and Glades counties (i.e. all of the counties surrounding Lake Okeechobee). Remote work within the United States may be considered only for employees not within commuting distance (40 miles or less) of an Audubon office, in accordance with Audubon’s “Where We Work” Policy.

Hybrid employees are expected to work in an Audubon office every Monday and Tuesday and an additional two days each month of the employees’ choosing.

Compensation:$63,886.37 - $85,000 / year
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Job Description
**** Essential Functions
*** Evaluate scientific and technical information to:  Assess the ecological conditions of Lake Okeechobee and the Northern Everglades;  Predict future needs of Lake Okeechobee and the Northern Everglades;  Inform Audubon policy proposals for restoration project designs and operations;  Evaluate effectiveness of existing restoration projects, regulatory initiatives and their operations;  Evaluate various proposed alternatives for restoration projects to inform Audubon policy positions;  

Identify opportunities to improve ecological outcomes through restoration, water management and conservation investments.
* Identify opportunities to improve ecological outcomes through restoration, water management, and conservation investments.
* Represent Audubon’s Florida program in technical working groups, advisory committees, stakeholder forums, and agency processes.
* Build and maintain relationships with agency staff, researchers, conservation partners, landowners, and other stakeholders.
* Review and provide input on plans, policies, reports, and proposals relevant to Audubon's priorities.
* Translate complex scientific and technical information into clear, actionable recommendations for decision-makers, partners, media, and the public.
* Prepare technical comments, briefing materials, fact sheets, reports, presentations, and educational resources.
* Support outreach efforts through occasional presentations, workshops, field tours, and stakeholder engagement.
* Provide scientific expertise and strategic guidance across Audubon’s Florida programs.
* Mentor staff and contribute to organizational planning, project development, and conservation initiatives.
* Stay informed on emerging science, policy developments, and management issues affecting Lake Okeechobee and the Greater Everglades ecosystem.
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