Association Of Zoos & Aquariums
Dallas Zoo - Chief Mission Officer/Executive Vice President
Association Of Zoos & Aquariums, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
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Lead the critical mission teams, including animal care, animal health, conservation and education, in a major institution during a period of transformational growth and innovation.
Shape impactful conservation programs that make a real difference to global wildlife preservation.
Work with a visionary leader, a strong leadership team, and an engaged board in a welcoming and supportive environment.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
A
strategic thinker
who is passionate about the mission of the Zoo, with a track record of executing complex projects and initiatives and the foresight to lead complex organizational dynamics. A
professional with high emotional intelligence , able to navigate complex organizational dynamics and foster a transparent, inclusive organizational culture. Adaptability and flexibility
to manage the fast-paced changes within the Zoo and the broader conservation and zoological landscape. A
collaborative and open leader
who can inspire, support and respect their team while holding them accountable to ensure that organizational goals are consistently met. A
passionate, engaged and high-energy individual
who has the confidence to use independent judgment and to make and follow through on difficult decisions. A
thought partner and innovator
willing to take calculated and strategic risks, bringing creativity, out of the box thinking, and critical thinking to the Zoo A
skilled communicator
with executive presence, polish, and self-confidence without self-importance, who can effectively deliver key and critical information to the Zoo’s internal and external constituents A
relationship-builder
with the listening, synthesizing, and presentation abilities to promote success across multidisciplinary teams. A
visionary leader
who is dedicated to fostering growth with a focus on developing talent to build a strong and diverse pipeline of future leaders. ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES:
C-Suite Leader : Serve on the seven-member Executive Team and participate in organizational planning and decision-making. Assist in establishing institutional goals and long-term direction, assuring coordination, integration, alignment, and implementation of institutional decisions, communications, and appropriate allocation of resources. Drive the execution of long-term plans that align with the Zoo’s mission and financial objectives. Culture & Team Builder : Lead, mentor, and coach a team of directors and managers, facilitating collaboration among multidisciplinary teams and reconciling divergent interests. Foster a positive and innovative culture that promotes employee wellbeing, professional growth, high performance, and strong ethics. Inspire staff with an engaging attitude, maintaining a visible, professional presence that advances the Zoo’s mission and values. Animal Care Expert : Lead the Animal Care & Animal Health Program. Work with Animal Care leadership and others to establish, implement, and maintain the highest quality programs and standards for animal care. Oversee zoological operations, including animal husbandry, habitat design and management, animal behavior monitoring, public-facing animal programs, animal training, and guest interactions, ensuring that Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) standards are met and exceeded. Conservation & Education Visionary : Lead the Education & Conservation departments, ensuring the execution of comprehensive and integrated departmental plans. Develop short- and long-range plans to advance the Zoo’s strategic objectives to shape and enhance conservation ethos and scientific knowledge among guests and program participants. Financial Steward : Accountable for the development and administration of annual operating plans and budgets for assigned areas. Manage revenues and expenses against approved budget and take corrective action when necessary to meet revenue goals and expense projections. External Ambassador : Represent and promote the Zoo’s mission-critical areas and its interests externally with public and professional audiences. Serve as a public face for the organization with media as requested. Enhance the Zoo's capacity for fundraising, by actively working with the Zoo’s advancement team in capital campaigns and building relationships with donors and external partners. Experience Required
Directly relevant, comparable senior-level or executive leadership experience, including experience managing multiple departments, staff, budgets, and functions.Must possess relevant experience in animal care, conservation, and education. How to Apply
The Dallas Zoo has partnered with Canopy Strategic Partners to manage this search. To be considered for this unique opportunity, please forward a single PDF document that includes your detailed resume and a cover letter to Lauren David at Ldavid@canopysp.com Questions about the role can be directed to David Walsh at dwalsh@canopysp.com Example: the mailing address, email address, fax number or website the applicant should use to apply. Company Info Company Name Address City State Company Phone Company Fax Company Website Company Twitter Username Company Facebook Page About the Company Company Logo/Avatar JPG and GIF only, recommended size of 100x100 pixels. Contact Info Please enter your contact information below. This is for communication purposes only and will not display on your listing.
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A
strategic thinker
who is passionate about the mission of the Zoo, with a track record of executing complex projects and initiatives and the foresight to lead complex organizational dynamics. A
professional with high emotional intelligence , able to navigate complex organizational dynamics and foster a transparent, inclusive organizational culture. Adaptability and flexibility
to manage the fast-paced changes within the Zoo and the broader conservation and zoological landscape. A
collaborative and open leader
who can inspire, support and respect their team while holding them accountable to ensure that organizational goals are consistently met. A
passionate, engaged and high-energy individual
who has the confidence to use independent judgment and to make and follow through on difficult decisions. A
thought partner and innovator
willing to take calculated and strategic risks, bringing creativity, out of the box thinking, and critical thinking to the Zoo A
skilled communicator
with executive presence, polish, and self-confidence without self-importance, who can effectively deliver key and critical information to the Zoo’s internal and external constituents A
relationship-builder
with the listening, synthesizing, and presentation abilities to promote success across multidisciplinary teams. A
visionary leader
who is dedicated to fostering growth with a focus on developing talent to build a strong and diverse pipeline of future leaders. ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES:
C-Suite Leader : Serve on the seven-member Executive Team and participate in organizational planning and decision-making. Assist in establishing institutional goals and long-term direction, assuring coordination, integration, alignment, and implementation of institutional decisions, communications, and appropriate allocation of resources. Drive the execution of long-term plans that align with the Zoo’s mission and financial objectives. Culture & Team Builder : Lead, mentor, and coach a team of directors and managers, facilitating collaboration among multidisciplinary teams and reconciling divergent interests. Foster a positive and innovative culture that promotes employee wellbeing, professional growth, high performance, and strong ethics. Inspire staff with an engaging attitude, maintaining a visible, professional presence that advances the Zoo’s mission and values. Animal Care Expert : Lead the Animal Care & Animal Health Program. Work with Animal Care leadership and others to establish, implement, and maintain the highest quality programs and standards for animal care. Oversee zoological operations, including animal husbandry, habitat design and management, animal behavior monitoring, public-facing animal programs, animal training, and guest interactions, ensuring that Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) standards are met and exceeded. Conservation & Education Visionary : Lead the Education & Conservation departments, ensuring the execution of comprehensive and integrated departmental plans. Develop short- and long-range plans to advance the Zoo’s strategic objectives to shape and enhance conservation ethos and scientific knowledge among guests and program participants. Financial Steward : Accountable for the development and administration of annual operating plans and budgets for assigned areas. Manage revenues and expenses against approved budget and take corrective action when necessary to meet revenue goals and expense projections. External Ambassador : Represent and promote the Zoo’s mission-critical areas and its interests externally with public and professional audiences. Serve as a public face for the organization with media as requested. Enhance the Zoo's capacity for fundraising, by actively working with the Zoo’s advancement team in capital campaigns and building relationships with donors and external partners. Experience Required
Directly relevant, comparable senior-level or executive leadership experience, including experience managing multiple departments, staff, budgets, and functions.Must possess relevant experience in animal care, conservation, and education. How to Apply
The Dallas Zoo has partnered with Canopy Strategic Partners to manage this search. To be considered for this unique opportunity, please forward a single PDF document that includes your detailed resume and a cover letter to Lauren David at Ldavid@canopysp.com Questions about the role can be directed to David Walsh at dwalsh@canopysp.com Example: the mailing address, email address, fax number or website the applicant should use to apply. Company Info Company Name Address City State Company Phone Company Fax Company Website Company Twitter Username Company Facebook Page About the Company Company Logo/Avatar JPG and GIF only, recommended size of 100x100 pixels. Contact Info Please enter your contact information below. This is for communication purposes only and will not display on your listing.
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