The Babbitt Center for Land and Water Policy is looking for a Program Manager in Phoenix, Arizona.  The individual in this position is expected to conduct research, develop and support partnerships and networks, manage contracts with partners, and disseminate the results of Babbitt Center work.  The Program Manger will also be expected to take a leadership role on several Babbitt Center initiatives and to provide other support as assigned for both the Babbitt Center and for the larger Lincoln Institute of Land Policy. 

This is a full-time position that reports to Director of Babbitt Center for Land and Water Policy.

What You’ll Do:

• Conduct research independently
• Serve as lead author and editor on Lincoln Policy Focus Reports, working papers and other publications, including technical reports and public information documents
• Manage contracts for research, training, or demonstration projects  
• Establish and run advisory groups and facilitate workshops and meetings
• Regularly give conference and workshop presentations on research results and more generally on behalf of the Babbitt Center
• Represent the Babbitt Center on regional and national groups
• Regularly attend conferences, workshops, and meetings to represent the Babbitt Center
• Contribute to the overall success of the Babbitt Center by participating in strategy sessions; establishing and maintaining strong relationships with practitioners, policy makers, and researchers; building the credibility and relevance of the Babbitt Center; and representing the Babbitt Center at professional meetings
• Serve on Lincoln Institute staff committees
• Perform other ad hoc tasks as requested
• Position requires up to 10% travel, primarily throughout the western U.S. with occasional national and international travel

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor’s degree required. Graduate degree in natural resources management, planning, geography, public policy or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience working on land or water policy and management or related fields. Public agency/practitioner experience preferred.
• Understanding of water policy and land use integration
• Demonstrated outstanding writing, research, and presentation skills
• Highly organized; strong project management and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of the needs of practitioners and elected officials
• Ability to discern and communicate important knowledge in useful formats
• Self-starter; able to work independently, prioritize and multi-task; focus on delivering results
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills