Our Mission
Laguna Ocean Foundation protects and restores marine habitats and coastal ecosystems through conservation science, education, and community engagement.
Careers at Laguna Ocean Foundation
At Laguna Ocean Foundation (LOF), we’re dedicated to protecting and restoring our local marine habitats through science, education, and community engagement—and that work starts with people.
We stand by our commitment to celebrate individuality, encourage authenticity, and treat everyone as equals. We believe that organizations like ours can lead the way toward meaningful social and environmental change, with equality and inclusion at the heart of that movement.
By fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, we create an environment where unique perspectives thrive, creativity flourishes, and everyone feels a sense of belonging. We’re proud of the progress we’ve made, and we embrace the continued challenge of doing even better—for our people, our community, and our planet.
Our Values
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Human – Nature Nexus – We honor the deep connection between human communities and healthy ecosystems.
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Efficiency – We make the most of every resource to maximize impact.
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Transparency – We hold ourselves accountable through openness and integrity.
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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion – We build teams and partnerships that reflect and respect the richness of our community.
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Partnerships & Collaboration – We know our success depends on working together.
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Science & Innovation – We ground our work in evidence and creativity to advance ocean stewardship.
Working at LOF
Our team members are scientists, educators, communicators, and community builders—each playing a vital role in advancing ocean conservation. Collaboration is central to our culture. We support one another, learn from each other, and celebrate the collective impact of our work.
We strive to provide a workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and inspired. Whether you’re leading a new initiative, teaching the next generation of ocean stewards, or supporting our programs behind the scenes, you’ll be contributing to a mission that truly matters.
Join Us
If you’re passionate about the ocean and want to be part of a team that values integrity, collaboration, and impact, we’d love to hear from you.
Explore current opportunities below or reach out to learn how you can get involved: