Education Director - The Raptor Center
We’re seeking an adaptive, forward-thinking leader who thrives on developing people, programs, and partnerships—and who recognizes the power of ambassador animals to elevate environmental education and deepen public engagement.
The Education Director serves as a vital leader within The Raptor Center (TRC), providing strategic direction, oversight, and guidance for the education department and its core programs. This role presents a unique opportunity to shape and strengthen high-impact programming and partnerships that engage both long-standing and new audiences from diverse backgrounds. In addition to leading the development and execution of the department’s educational strategy, the Education Director oversees all administrative functions, ensuring strong leadership for a team of 5–6 full-time staff (including education naturalists and a curator of ambassador raptors), part-time staff, and a dedicated group of 30–40 volunteers. This position will report directly to TRC’s Interim Executive Director.
Public outreach is one of the four core pillars of TRC’s mission. Each year, the education department engages approximately 100,000 individuals, with a strong focus on K–12 audiences. Through this work, we offer Minnesota’s diverse communities a unique window into the fascinating world of raptors, the challenges they encounter, and the steps we can take to support their survival and the habitats we share. These goals are accomplished through engaging onsite and offsite outreach programs designed to educate, inspire, and captivate the public.
Work days: Monday - Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm.
Salary: $63,453 -$72,000; depending on education/qualifications/experience
Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.
Applications must be submitted online. To submit an application click here or go to: https://humanresources.umn.edu/jobs.
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