Watershed Council/Group Name

Mission Statement

Watershed Council/Group Name Coordinator Job Announcement

Purpose for Watershed Council Coordinator

The ______________________ Watershed Council/Group seeks a qualified and motivated individual to fill the position of Coordinator. This pivotal position will assist the Council in implementing its mission and goals throughout the Basin. The Coordinator will increase the Council’s capacity for self-sustained funding, improved communications between the Council and the community at large, and the development and implementation of strategic and long range planning.

The Council (Describe the history and most recent accomplishments of the Council.)

• Year of Council inception or establishment.
• Brief description of board membership (if any).
• Summation of Council goals.
• Briefly describe major accomplishments during previous 2-3 years.

The Basin (Provide general description of the basin.)

• Square miles, headwaters, and mouth of mainstem river(s).
• Briefly describe the major tributaries and the counties and national forests through which they run.
• Name and briefly describe the watersheds and major resources such as municipal water, timber, agriculture, wilderness, or the type of development.
• Describe tools used for protection and/or conservation of the natural resources such as Wild and Scenic designations.
• Explain the issues affecting the basin such as ESA listings, proposed or scheduled dam removals, development projects, and resource extraction activities, as well as studies for navigability or wild and scenic.
• Briefly describe current or completed restoration projects in the watershed.

Position Description (Provide a general statement of what the job description reflects.)

The _________________ Watershed Council is seeking a full-time coordinator to guide Council activities, spearhead organizational development and promote citizen involvement in local watershed activities and issues. Responsibilities include strategic management planning, budget preparation and tracking, fundraising, volunteer recruitment, training, and involvement, office management; and organizing special events and restoration projects. The successful candidate will convene committees to assist in accomplishing these activities. A minimum of 3 year’s effective experience with non-profit organizations, environmental education or an advocacy group is highly desired. A BA/BS in public administration, community development, urban studies, environmental sciences or a related field is required (desired). Four years of additional relevant work experience may be substituted for a BA/BS degree. Knowledge of land use and watershed concepts and issues is desirable. Position is funded by _____________through (exact date). Salary range is negotiable between $(amount) - $(amount) depending on experience and qualifications. Successful grant writing and fundraising will determine ongoing employment. Continued funding sources are expected to be available. For a complete job description see our website at http://www.________________________, or request a copy from (email address) or call (phone number).

Applications (or resumes) will be accepted between (date) and (date). Applications must be received (or postmarked) no later than (date).

How to Apply

Please submit (using a type font size 12 or greater):

• A cover letter not to exceed one page.
• A resume of no more than two pages.
• A narrative statement not to exceed four pages which addresses your training and abilities to accomplish the required Coordinator duties in the job description.
• A separate sheet containing the names, addresses and phone numbers of three professional references. At least one reference must be from a current or previous work supervisor.
• Mail (fax or email) all of the above to: (provide contact name and address, fax and email if you offer these options).

Supplemental Questions (Consider requesting that applicants also submit answers to narrative questions such as the following.)

1. Describe your education, knowledge and experience related to watershed management, watershed councils or other non-profit organizations.
2. The position requires effective listening, writing, and oral communication skills. Please give an example of how you have used your skills and experience in these areas with respect to working with volunteers, business and institutional stakeholders, the general public and local, state, and federal agencies.
3. The position requires that you work independently and as a team player as a coordinator of a volunteer organization. Please describe your roles in creating and implementing volunteer programs. The Council is especially interested in understanding how you identify, develop and maintain partnerships to achieve successful projects.
4. Please explain your skills, abilities, and experience in budget preparation and tracking, successful grant writing, and fundraising.
5. How do you anticipate utilizing computer resources for this position? Clearly indicate your familiarity with computer programs such as spreadsheets, databases, desktop publishing, word processing, Geographical Information Systems (GIS), or Information Management Systems (IMS).

Interview Dates

Selected candidates will be interviewed between (date) and (date).