Stewardship & Outreach Coordinator-Wilmington NY
Organization: Ausable River Association
Position Title: Stewardship & Outreach Coordinator
Location: Wilmington NY
Hours and Compensation: Full time. $30,000 – $35,000, commensurate with experience
Application Deadline: March 31, 2014
Job Description:
Job Responsibilities
Outreach and Education
- Raise public awareness of the river and the issues facing it via educational programs for adults and children in a wide variety of venues such as schools, farmers markets, festivals, local business events, and more
- Organize outreach to the community to gather public and stakeholder input and support for the Ausable River Watershed Management Plan
- Attend and assist with municipal planning and technical meetings and training opportunities as requested
- Oversee summer Port-a-John program
- Augment work of 2014 River Steward
Event Management
- Oversee planning, execution, and volunteer support of a wide array of AsRA public events including:
- Riparian buffer management via tree-planting opportunities
- Fundraising and awareness building events – Ride for the River and Mountaineer Trail Run
- Volunteer clean ups and work days
- Assist board members and ED with donor events
Watershed Stewardship
- Develop and manage volunteer monitoring programs and train volunteers to assist with field monitoring
- Provide technical assistance to the public with regard to watershed management
- Work with ED to learn about and assist with restoration projects so as to better understand and communicate this side of AsRA work to the public, to AsRA partners, and to stakeholders
Communications Support
- Help create and then help manage new website; run AsRA Facebook page
- Assist with new publications (electronic and hard copy) to donors and supporters
- Manage update emails to supporters
- With ED, pursue opportunities to inform, develop, and post interpretive signage to inform and educate about the river, its tributaries, the watershed, and the partnerships and restoration work protecting these assets
Other
- Administrative work will be shared and includes printing, making copies, ordering office supplies, identifying vendors, writing and mailing thank you notes, opening mail and cataloging donations, and more
- Occasional evening and weekend work required
AsRA Seeks an Energetic and Personable Individual with the Following Skills
- Demonstrated excellence in public engagement and education, interpersonal and written communications
- Ability to work cooperatively with a wide range of people with diverse backgrounds and interests in the river
- Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets (Excel and Access), publishing, and database software; GIS knowledge a plus
- Proficiency with web sites and social media outreach
- Self-motivated, detail oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects on different timelines
- Commitment to conservation and healthy watershed communities and passion for the AsRA mission
- Sense of humor, ability to listen well and hear all perspectives, willingness to do manual labor (like tree planting), and strong sense of integrity
Qualifications
- Experience with program development and implementation, public education, and events management in a non-profit organization, or comparable experience
- Comfort with developing cost estimates, working within a budget, and tracking expenses
- Knowledge of river science, fisheries, aquatic ecosystems, and/or invasive species is a plus
- Grant writing, report writing, and donor database management experience is a plus
- BS or BA required; an advanced degree in a relevant field is encouraged
- Must hold valid driver’s license and have regular access to a reliable vehicle
About the Position
Status: Full-Time (35 hours) with health benefits
Start Date: Immediately
Salary: $30,000 – $35,000, commensurate with experience
About Us
The Ausable River Association (AsRA) is a nonprofit organization that works cooperatively with landowners, municipalities, and government agencies to protect the wild, scenic, and recreational resources of the Ausable River watershed in the Adirondack Mountains of upstate New York. The Ausable River is nationally and internationally known for its trout fishery, spectacular scenery, and exceptional recreational opportunities. Protecting the river from current threats and restoring its natural balance is an ongoing challenge and AsRA has been stewarding the river and its watershed since 1998. A small, professional staff, dedicated volunteer board, and numerous volunteers work to address threats to water quality and river ecology through education, advocacy, and by implementing effective restoration, monitoring, and stewardship projects. Find us at: www.ausableriver.org and on Facebook. AsRA is an equal opportunity employer.
Closing Date
To Apply
Please submit a cover letter, résumé, and contact information for three professional references by email to:[email protected]. Place your last name and the word “coordinator” in the subject line.
