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Environment New Jersey: We all want clean air, clean water and open spaces, but it takes independent research and tough-minded advocacy to win concrete results for our environment, especially when powerful interests stand in the way of environmental progress. That's the idea behind Environment New Jersey. We focus exclusively on protecting New Jersey's air, water and open spaces. We speak out and take action at the local, state and national levels to improve the quality of our environment and our lives.
In addition to being a leading voice for New Jersey’s environment in Trenton and throughout the state, Environment New Jersey is part of a federation of state-based environmental advocacy groups that make up Environment America. Our Washington, DC advocacy office represents the Environment America federation in federal policy matters. Our roots at the state level give Environment America a unique “outside the beltway” perspective on the issues, while our state staff, national field organizers and members across all 50 states provide the grassroots power necessary to enact change at the federal level.
Job Description: Environment New Jersey is seeking an experienced Executive Director to run both the C3 and C4 organizations that make up Environment New Jersey. The Executive Director is responsible for managing all aspects of the organization, as well making sure New Jersey is a leader at the national level within the Environment America federation. Specifically, the Executive Director is responsible for managing staff, fundraising and budgets, continuing Environment New Jersey’s strong history of successful program and continuing to build power at the local, state and federal levels.
Responsibilities Include (partial list):
Protect New Jersey’s Environment through Strong Program
• Continue Environment New Jersey’s history of running effective and winning programs to protect New Jersey’s air, water and open spaces. Such program will include successful preservation programs to protect special places like the northern Highlands region, clean water and coastal protection programs and clean energy, clean air and global warming programs, among others.
• Lobby and develop relationships with New Jersey’s local, state and federally elected officials and be a leader within the state advocacy community.
• Work closely with a broad base of coalition partners to more effectively push for environmental protections in New Jersey.
• Develop a long term strategy for increasing Environment New Jersey’s name recognition and presence in the media;
• Guide development of public messages for our priority campaigns; and
• Work with the organization’s program and field staff to create effective media strategies for each of our priority campaigns and execute effective media-related tactics including report releases, editorial board outreach, op-eds, and letters to the editor.
Staff Management & Organization Building
• Work with staff of advocates, associates, organizers and administrators to achieve the immediate and long-term goals of the organization.
• Directly oversee several staff and place as a high priority on staff retention and recruitment to build Environment New Jersey for the long-haul.
• Meet weekly with staff and organize staff meetings and retreats to further develop staff stills and create a sense of team within the organization.
• Host the annual staff training and Aspen vacation each December and play a leading role in the national organization through participation in national meetings and trainings and by leading by example.
• Demonstrate excellence in all aspects of the job to set an example for both Environment New Jersey and Environment America staff throughout the country.
Fundraising & Budget Management
• Raise funds from diverse sources including small and large citizen contributions, foundations and special events.
• Create and maintain fiscally responsible budgets for the organization. Work with the administrator to create good reports on the fiscal health of the organization to the board of directors and the Executive Director of Environment America.
• Work with staff to set and meet individual fundraising goals.
• Raise money from foundations throughout the year. Run and participate in at least three major donor drives per year. Work directly with the Fund for Public Interest Research to make sure that Environment New Jersey’s citizen membership base continually grows and raises critically needed C4 funds.
Power Building
• Work with field staff to develop strategic plans for building Environment New Jersey’s field power in key districts throughout the state.
• Ensure these plans are tracked and implemented well by staff.
• Work to build own network of influences in local, state and federal decision making circles.
Qualifications
Candidates must have at least 7-10 years of relevant professional experience. Preference is given to past work in political, policy, non-profit management or government settings. The Executive Director must be an organized and goal-driven individual. Excellent communications skills and a proven track record of success are all critical.
Salary and Benefits
Salary for this position is commensurate with a candidate’s relevant professional experience and/or advanced degrees. A competitive benefits package includes health care coverage, educational loan assistance, a retirement plan, maternity or paternity leave, paid vacation and sick days.
Location
Trenton, New Jersey
To Apply
Send a compelling cover letter and resume to Dena Mottola at careers@environmentamerica.org. Please specify which position you are applying for in the subject line of the e-mail, and be sure to mention where you saw our job advertised. Deadline to apply: August 1st.
Environment New Jersey is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, age, handicap, pregnancy, sexual orientation, or veteran status
