Natural Resources Outreach Program Coordinator

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements Each applicant should also provide two examples of promotional materials they have created (Upload as “Other”) Inquiries can be directed to Chrys Bertolotto, chrys@wsu.edu or (425) 357-6020.

Posting Details

Position Details

Employee Type AP-Administrative Professional
University Title Extension Coordinator
Working Title Natural Resources Outreach Program Coordinator
College/Area WSU Extension
Department Ag & Natural Resources
Department Link Ag & Natural Resources
Position Number 119247
Hiring Unit
Work Location Other
Zip Code 98208
This position is in a Bargaining Unit No
Summary of Duties The Natural Resources Outreach Coordinator is responsible for program management, education, community engagement and promotion on a variety of natural resource topics, with a focus on solid waste and energy issues. He/she will be the lead for the Sustainable Community Stewards program, including recruiting volunteers, facilitating their training, supervising their outreach and collecting outcome data is expected. The Outreach Coordinator will be the primary team lead in all event and program promotion using traditional means and social media, focused in Snohomish County. He/she will be responsible for achieving natural resource program grant and contract deliverables. He/she will create new natural resource programs and outreach opportunities and strategies as appropriate. The position is part of a small natural resources team, involving both independent and collaborative work. We are looking for a creative, resourceful individual that enjoys multi-tasking!
Additional Information View the Benefits overview for information regarding competitive benefits available.

This position is based in McCollum Park, Everett, WA.
Appointment Status Temporary
Job Appointment (FTE%) 100%
Position Term in Months 12
Monthly Salary Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Position Qualifications

Required Qualifications A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant extension program discipline and two (2) years of related program experience. Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.
Additional Requirements Bachelor’s degree in either Natural Resource / Environmental Science or Communications field or at least three years’ experience in sustainability / climate change or solid waste fields.

Two or more years’ experience in developing, delivering and managing community engagement and / or behavior change programs, ideally with a track record of fostering long-term volunteer engagement.

Two or more years (or academic equivalent) in promotion and outreach approaches, including a functional knowledge of social marketing techniques, desktop publishing, traditional media outreach and relations, and social media platforms, with proven record of success in encouraging adoption of personal practices. Proficient in graphic design with InDesign or other programs.

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in oral, written and electronic forms as well as effective listening skills.

Demonstrated ability to organize and implement all logistics a wide diversity of events, from small tabling activities to multi-day training courses.

Comfortable working in multi-tasking, deadline driven multi-tasking environments.
Preferred Qualifications Familiarity with Puget Sound habitat types, natural resource issues, recovery strategies and major agencies and organizations.

Experience providing education in either a formal or informal setting.

Ability to create high quality graphics to support program promotion and outreach.

Experience in leadership and teamwork – providing and receiving direction to and as part of a team.

Demonstrated ability in working with low-income and culturally diverse audiences on natural resource issues.

Language proficiencies beyond English.
Will this position require a background check? This position has been designated by the department to require a background check

Posting Detail Information

Open Date 01/29/2018
Close Date 02/19/2018
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicants Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements

Each applicant should also provide two examples of promotional materials they have created (Upload as “Other”)

Inquiries can be directed to Chrys Bertolotto, chrys@wsu.edu or (425) 357-6020.
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Posting Number 20133953P

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Other

Optional Documents

  1. Other 2

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