General Description
The Lake Pend Oreille Waterkeeper (LPOW) Program Director is responsible for assisting the Executive Director in all aspects of the management of the organization and its operations. The full-time staff person reports directly to the Executive Director of Lake Pend Oreille Waterkeeper.
The successful candidate will work closely with the Executive Director to:
· Raise the organization’s profile within the community and garner support for complex issues related to water quality and conservation of water resources.
· Financially support the organization through various mechanisms including recruitment and management of members, grant proposal preparation, fundraising events, cultivation of major donors and other opportunities as they emerge.
· Communicate the status of LPOW’s initiatives to members and the community at large through regular e-newsletters, social media posts, mailings and other means as needed.
· Prepare written documents and/or oral presentations addressing various water quality-based initiatives.
· Recruit, train, coordinate and supervise volunteers and volunteer-based projects.
· Organize and staff public events.
· Work on other projects as assigned.
Qualifications
· Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as environmental science or related field
· Demonstrated commitment to environmental protection.
· Computer proficiency including Microsoft Office Suite.
· Previous non-profit experience preferred.
· Previous fundraising experience preferred.
· Ability to safely operate watercraft preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
· Highly motivated self-starter with excellent multi-tasking abilities.
· Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
· Excellent written and oral communication skills.
· Excellent organizational skills.
· Ability to facilitate meetings and communicate effectively.
· Flexibility to accommodate irregular daily tasks.
· Understanding issues affecting water quality.
· Diplomacy and strong critical thinking skills.
· Driver’s license and dependable transportation.
Compensation
Competitive non-profit salary, commensurate with experience. Position is contingent on continued funding. The successful candidate is expected to fund at least 25% of their salary through various fundraising mechanisms.
Start Date
Immediate
To apply
Please email your resume, cover letter and three references to shannon@lakependoreillewaterkeeper.org