Auburn University's College of Veterinary Medicine is excited to announce the recruitment for the Director of the Auburn University Raptor Center. This position serves as the key strategic, academic, and management leader of the Auburn University Raptor Center (AURC), overseeing the administration, programs, and strategic plan, as well as marketing, fundraising, compliance, and community outreach functions of the Center. Collaborates with the Dean to develop the AURC's mission in concert with key partners, and is responsible for leading the AURC in a manner that supports the mission.

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Essential Functions

• Directs the administration and business functions of the Auburn University Raptor Center, implements appropriate resources to ensure AURC operations are aligned with its mission and compliant with applicable regulations.
• Oversees AURC providing viewing of resident raptors as well as enhancing veterinary care for the best possible treatment of raptors dependent on the AURC. Oversees all construction, maintenance, and renovations for the Raptor Center.
• Responsible for supervising, hiring, training, supporting, evaluating, and retaining competent and qualified staff. Establishes employment and administrative policies and procedures for all functions of the Auburn University Raptor Center in collaboration with CVM Human Resources.
• Develops, manages, and maintains financial plans for the Raptor Center to ensure financial viability of the AURC working closely with the Dean. Responsible for fundraising and developing other revenue necessary to support the AURC's mission. Prepares annual budget and updates strategic plans, and reviews financial performance quarterly with appropriate personnel. Ensures stewardship and prudent utilization of resources.
• Leads the academic programs of the Auburn University Raptor Center in support of the College of Veterinary Medicine and contributes directly to the Center's mission. Ensures educational programs promote awareness and appreciation for birds of prey.
• Responsible for the enhancement of AURC's image by being active and visible in the greater Auburn community, Auburn alumni organizations and events, and on-campus events in concert with the Dean. Serves as the primary spokesperson for the AURC to various constituents, media, and the general public. Ensures the AURC is compliant with federal and state requirements.
• Directs the rehabilitative care services rendered at the rehabilitation hospital. Ensures proper care of raptors in rehabilitative and educational units under the direction of veterinary staff. Collaborates with veterinary staff within CVM regarding raptors in rehabilitation.
• Oversees and ensures proper cleanliness and maintenance of rehabilitation and education facilities and equipment as needed.
• Adheres to university policies related to animal use.
• May perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Full supervisory responsibility for other employees is a major responsibility and includes training, evaluating, and making or recommending pay, promotion or other employment decisions.

 

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in wildlife, zoology, biology, business, or related field.
• 8 years of experience in the leadership, management, administration, and academic advancement of a raptor center or a comparable wildlife center. In addition, this position requires at least 2 years of experience supervising employees.

 

Minimum Skills and Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of raptor rehabilitation, training, and education.
• Knowledge of federal and state laws and guidelines applicable to a raptor rehabilitation or education center.
• Knowledge of advancement best practices.
• Knowledge and application of public speaking principles.
• Knowledge of fundraising best practices.

 

Desired Qualifications

• Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine

• Experience with fundraising and/or major gift development, public speaking and/or giving presentations to diverse audiences, media interaction, including posting on social media.

 

Salary Range: $73,400-$132,100

Job Category: Agricultural/Veterinary Medicine

Working Hours if Non-Traditional: Hours will vary

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EEO Statement

AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/EEO) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit their website to learn more.

Auburn University is an affirmative action equal opportunity employer and equal opportunity educational institution.

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