Job Title: Conservation Program Coordinator
Chapter: Missouri Chapter
Reports To: Chapter Director
Context: The Conservation Program Coordinator organizes and implements a major conservation initiative on energy efficiency, renewable energy, and closing dirty coal plants.
Scope: Under direction of the Chapter Director, implements the Chapter’s approved conservation programmatic objectives.
Job Activities:
- Develops and implements campaign strategies for conservation programs and projects in accordance with the chapter policy and with the Club’s coordinated Beyond Coal Campaign state plan.
- Recruits, coordinates and facilitates grassroots involvement in conservation programs, working with Sierra Club members across Missouri.
- Works with staff volunteer leaders and other interest groups to identify, recruit and organize volunteers for conservation campaigns.
- Plans, develops and implements campaign strategies for conservation programs.
- Monitors, analyzes, and evaluates laws, initiatives and new developments affecting energy efficiency programs at the community and state levels.
- Makes presentations to community, political, and governmental bodies regarding chapter conservation efforts. Writes press releases newsletters, flyers, e-alerts, etc. to keep the Club membership and the general public informed.
- Advocates the Sierra Club position on proposed legislation involving conservation programs; informs and communicates with elected officials, business leaders, governmental agencies, and other non-profit organizations. Helps coordinate Club work in the Missouri General Assembly in Jefferson City.
- Conducts surveys, investigations, and research needed to achieve objectives of conservation program.
- Works on task forces, committees, etc. representing the Club's objective or mission.
- Works closely with media representatives to insure that the message of the Club is accurately represented by the media.
- Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned.
Knowledge & Skills:
-- BA/BS degree in Environmental Studies, Political Science or a closely related field
-- 1-2 years experience in the environmental field that includes research and organizing campaigns, press relations and public speaking
-- Excellent written and oral communication skills
-- Proficient computer skills
-- Demonstrated ability and effectiveness working with volunteers
-- Ability to travel, especially within Missouri
The Sierra Club offers competitive salary package commensurate with skills and experience plus excellent benefits that include medical, dental, and vision coverage, and a retirement savings 401(k) plan. This is a category 6 exempt position.
Sierra Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce.
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