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[6/17/09]
Development Director
NY/NJ Baykeeper, an established and successful environmental conservation and advocacy non-profit organization
dedicated to protecting, preserving and restoring the Hudson/Raritan Estuary (NY/NJ Harbor),
seeks an experienced development professional to create and implement an intensive program of
fundraising activities.
The Development Director will work in partnership with the Executive Director and the Board of
Trustees in identifying and cultivating major donors including scheduling and making personal
visits along with the ED and/or members of the Board. S/he will have demonstrated success with
face-to-face solicitation and closing on gifts and pledges. S/he will drive growth of membership
and expand the existing supporter base. In addition to our annual event, s/he will create and
run new events and shape business relationships into corporate sponsorships. The Development
Director will interact with Baykeeper senior staff and will be expected to meet targeted annual
goals. The Development Director will work with the Board and Executive Director to create and
nurture a Development Committee.
Qualifications:
NY/NJ Baykeeper has been, and continues to be, well supported by foundations and government
grants and is seeking to diversify its funding for long term sustainability. The candidate must
have a minimum of 5 years of non-profit development experience and demonstrate a strong sense
of confidence and ambition towards success. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment
to public interest work, share a commitment to Baykeeper's mission and to growing the financial
strength of the organization.
The successful candidate will have excellent written and oral communication skills, strong
project management skills, a good sense of humor, and will be able to function in a small,
collaborative office environment. The ideal candidate would have nonprofit experience, with
particular emphasis on the environment or conservation. All staff members are occasionally
asked to help with basic office functions. Graphic design knowledge is a plus.
Compensation:
Full time position, competitive non-profit salary, commensurate with experience
To Apply:
Applications will be reviewed beginning June 29, 2009; position open until filled.
Send or fax a resume and cover letter, references/salary requirements.
Please include a sample solicitation letter on behalf of Baykeeper. No telephone calls please.
Development Director Search
NY/NJ Baykeeper, 52 West Front Street; Keyport, NJ 07735
Fax : 732 888 9873
Email: mail@nynjbaykeeper.org
[5/06/09]
Executive Director
The Teaneck Creek Conservancy, a non-profit organization which manages a 46-acre
brownfields-to-greenfields in Bergen County's Overpeck Park system, is seeking an Executive
Director. Candidate must have passion for the environmental, historical, and art-based mission,
be personable, and have excellent communication and leadership skills. Responsibilities are
broad-based and include coordination and administration of all TCC activities, as well as
budgeting, fundraising, and building community partnerships. Essential computer skills are
required, non-profit experience a plus. Position is full-time and will pay in the $40,000 range.
No phone calls, please. Send a resume and cover letter to jobopening@teaneckcreek.org by May 15th.
[4/23/09]
Outreach Coordinator
The Outreach Coordinator is a full-time position. Primarily, in consultation and collaboration
with the Executive Director, Water Policy Attorney, and Scientist, as well as Participating
Organizations, the Outreach Coordinator will communicate and implement pro-ocean protection
policies and actions.
The Outreach Coordinator will track, coordinate, and participate in targeted advocacy campaigns
throughout the region and communicate policies through all means (e-activism, publications,
media, documents, on-line, and others). With support of the COA Crew, the Outreach Coordinator
is responsible for coordinating and implementing campaigns, communication, and e-activism
including:
- Educate, inform, and brief participating organizations, citizens, and businesses to persuade and secure support for COA policies.
- Collaborate and implement proactive strategies both for and against public policies or legislation. Key strategies: drive and move; identify and solve hurdles; motivate and promote; follow-up.
- Work and expand participation of issue partners.
- Coordinate and build networks of citizens to participate in COA campaigns.
- Integrate volunteers into campaigns.
- Collaborate on legislative proposals, regulations, and opposition strategies.
- Assist in preparing for legislative hearings and other meetings.
- Meet and collaborate with local, state, and national groups and partners.
- Manage media contacts and press activity with appropriate staff.
- All other tasks related to crafting successful advocacy efforts, including email & website.
- All publications, newsletter, and documents.
- Maintain website, manage website communications, and coordinate staff duties for website.
- Manage e-mail communications.
General Operating:
COA works as a crew-team with all oars in the water and is based on our work philosophy with a
driving commitment to our mission. The crew is essential to the goals of COA, thus
communication and collaboration are key. Formal staff meetings are held monthly. COA's
monthly newsletter is a team effort -- all contribute articles, and all letters, materials, and
documents are thoroughly reviewed and edited before release. At times of need, all pitch in to
assist others on projects at all levels-from stuffing envelopes to answering phones. A working
car is a requirement. Professional attire is expected and can vary depending on activities.
Time Requirements:
- Position is full-time and more-advocacy work is not 9-5 per se.
- Official office hours are 9am to 5pm and meetings/events whenever scheduled.
- Flexibility/compensation time is available for excessive hours beyond those described and are at the discretion of the executive director.
To Apply:
Email cover letter, resume, three references, three writing samples, and salary expectations
to business@cleanoceanaction.org with Outreach Coordinator in
subject line.
[3/06/09]
Oyster Restoration Program Field and Facility Technician
General Description:
Assist Program Director in managing field and facility aspects of a community-based oyster
restoration program. Duties will include assisting Program Director and Program Assistant in all
field activities, including reef construction and field monitoring, as well as our volunteer-based
gardening program. Technician will manage oyster aquaculture facility. Position involves
significant field work, extensive interaction with volunteers, and some public and school
presentations. Technician will report directly to Oyster Program Director.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain oyster larvae setting tanks at aquaculture facility
- Coordinate with volunteers
- Maintain nursery area
- Assist in monitoring of reef sites on small boats and by diving/snorkeling
- Operate and maintain water delivery system
- Occasional presentations and events
Qualifications:
Required education and experience:
Bachelor's degree in environmental science, biology, or related field and/or 2-3 years of
experience in field. Experience with field surveys and/or ecological restoration projects
preferred.
Preferred skills and abilities:
Applicant must be self-motivating and able to work independently. Must be able to coordinate
field/outreach activities with contractors, volunteers, and staff. Must have excellent
organizational skills. Applicant must be comfortable using tools and doing small repairs
around the facility as well as able to learn simple plumbing, pumping, and aeration systems.
Experience operating, towing and deploying small boats is preferred. Experience with shellfish
aquaculture desired.
How to Apply:
Please send cover letter, resume, salary history and three references to
meredith@nynjbaykeeper.org. Visit www.nynjbaykeeper.org for more information.
No telephone calls please.
Baykeeper is an equal opportunity employer and as such, considers individuals for employment
according to their skills, abilities and experience. We value diversity and do not discriminate
on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, family care status,
veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Baykeeper's mission is to protect, preserve, and restore the ecological integrity and
productivity of the Hudson-Raritan Estuary, the ecologically vital estuary system at the
heart of the New York/New Jersey metropolitan region. Since 1989, Baykeeper has served as
citizen advocate for the Estuary's bays, streams, and shores. Through its Estuary-wide programs,
Baykeeper stops polluters, champions public access to the shore and water, protects and restores
open space, restores oyster beds, raises public awareness of the remarkable value of these
waterways, and works with partners in New York and New Jersey to move the region toward a
sustainable future. Baykeeper employs a strategy of advocacy, land preservation, habitat
restoration, and litigation.
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