The New Mexico BioPark Society (NMBPS), the nonprofit support organization for the ABQ BioPark Zoo, Aquarium, Botanic Garden and Tingley Beach located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is seeking a strategic and collaborative conservation leader to guide the next phase of the institution’s conservation growth and impact, including managing the International Union for Conservation of Nature’s Species Survival Commission (IUCN SSC) and Center for Species Survival New Mexico partnership.

This role is responsible for providing strategic oversight of the BioPark’s conservation portfolio, strengthening partnerships across local to international scales, and helping embed conservation more deeply into the institution’s long-term identity, planning, operations, and culture.

Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in conservation biology, environmental science, ecology, natural resource management, or a related field (advanced degree preferred but not essential) and approximately eight or more years of relevant experience in conservation leadership, program management, partnerships, or applied conservation strategy.

Competitive salary depending on experience, starting at $85,000. Comprehensive benefits, including health, dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance and a 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution and match. Short- and long-term disability and life insurance covered by New Mexico BioPark Society. Paid time off accrual of up to 120 hours during the first three years and 10 paid holidays.

Interested applicants may view a full job description and apply online at bioparksociety.org/employment. Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume or CV, and at least two references.