Program Director, Western States

Overview

Program Director, Western States

Permanent

Climate & Energy

Union of Concerned Scientists

Remote – located near Berkeley, CA

Bargaining Unit Position : No

Our Organization

The Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) is an independent nonprofit that puts rigorous, independent science into action, developing solutions and advocating for a healthy, safe, and just future. We envision a peaceful, healthy, and just world where science serves people and the planet by guiding policy decisions, reducing risks, and improving lives.

For over five decades, we have been working as scientists, engineers, economists, advocates, and everyday people to create and advocate for innovative, practical solutions to some of our planet’s most pressing problems—from combating global warming and developing sustainable ways to feed, power, and transport ourselves, to fighting disinformation, advancing racial equity, and reducing the threat of nuclear war. Values informing our work include :

• Science in the service of people and the planet.
• Justice and Equity for people of all races and incomes—now, and for future generations.
• Courage to take principled, science-based stands in the public arena.
• Integrity to always examine evidence critically, openly, and honestly.
• Democracy to promote a voice for all in government decisions.
• Action inspiring and mobilizing people to build a healthier, safer, and more just world.

UCS’s Western States Program

The Western States Program Director is responsible for UCS’s western regional work, primarily in California, and is instrumental in assuring that work is aligned with and in support of programmatic and organizational goals. They will promote a positive work environment and foster a collaborative team spirit and leverage the collective resources of the organization.

As a member of UCS’s leadership team, the Western States Program Director is an ‘institutional citizen’ who contributes to shaping organization-wide policies and practices. In this role, the Director will source and share best practices with other UCS teams and proactively seek opportunities to scale and deepen impact in collaboration with other UCS programs, departments, and external partners.

Responsibilities

Other Duties as Assigned

People Management Authority

Directly supervise the Western States Associate Director, Policy Manager, Scientists and Analysts. Oversee and mentor other program and campaign staff, as necessary, and collaborate with program directors and campaign managers to coordinate the Western States activities of staff from other teams. Management responsibilities include hiring; assigning work; directing, managing, and evaluating performance; recommending staff for promotion and pay raises.

Qualifications and Experience

Comparable training and / or experience can be substituted for degrees when appropriate.

Physical Requirements

Little or no exertion may require extended periods at a computer.

Travel Requirements

Some travel required for meetings and events to represent WS and UCS.

UCS is an equal opportunity employer actively seeking to diversify its staff. We’re dedicated to broadening opportunities for individuals from demographic groups that are historically underrepresented in the sciences and in environmental advocacy. We’re also committed to building an inclusive workplace culture where talented people of widely diverse backgrounds can thrive. We believe the inclusion of culturally diverse perspectives will improve our work and produce better societal and environmental outcomes for all, including historically disenfranchised communities.

Details

This is a full-time remote position based near UCS’s Berkeley, CA office. For those who meet all position requirements, the salary is $191,940. UCS offers excellent benefits and a rewarding work environment. CA Resident Only, we offer a 12% salary differential

Information about the organization is available at http : / / www.ucsusa.org.

Comparable training and / or experience can be substituted for degrees when appropriate.

More about the team

Our team is made up of a dedicated group of researchers, scientists, communicators, campaigners, and advocates from wide-ranging backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and a collaborative and supportive work environment where all staff can thrive. We continually strive to create an environment which is a welcoming place for the LGBTQ+ community, people of color, parents, empty-nesters, and people with a wide variety of interests and backgrounds.

To Apply

We know there are great candidates who won’t check all of these boxes, and we also know you might bring important skills that we haven’t considered. If that’s you, don’t hesitate to apply and tell us about yourself. Please upload a cover letter and resume. In the cover letter, please confirm that the listed salary meets your expectations. Upload materials in Word or PDF format only. No phone calls, please.

This position is NOT in the bargaining unit.

Covid Mandate for New Hires

For in office roles, UCS employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Employees are considered fully vaccinated as defined by the CDC. All new hires who will be reporting to an office location must provide notice of their vaccination status and vaccination documentation, on or before their first day of work. For all others, UCS strongly encourages full vaccinations among its employees, up to and including booster shots, even if working remotely.

All new employees must comply with the mandatory vaccination requirements outlined in UCS policies as soon as practicable. Union of Concerned Scientists will notify candidates for employment of the requirements of this policy before the start of employment.

Deadline : Until filled.

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