Central Idaho Representative
Posted Date: 2/17/2010
End Date: 3/19/2010
Organization: Idaho Conservation League
Contact Name: Suki Molina
Phone: 2083456933 Email: smolina@idahoconservation.org
Web Site: http://www.idahoconservation.org
Address: P.O. Box 844 Boise, ID 83701
Idaho Conservation League Central Idaho Representative Job Description Summary of Position: The Central Idaho Representative works from the Idaho Conservation League’s Wood River field office in Ketchum, Idaho. This office was started in 1985, with particular focus on the outdoor-oriented Wood River Valley, which includes strong ICL support from the Sun Valley community. The Central Idaho Representative builds visibility, engages the public, and raises money and membership in the region. In collaboration with Boise staff and local board members, the Central Idaho Representative works to inform and empower members, volunteers and the public to become involved in regional and statewide environmental issues. As a full-time, exempt staff person, the Central Idaho Representative participates in team meetings with other ICL staff and reports to the Deputy Director. Position Responsibilities: Fundraising (50%) The Central Idaho Representative is responsible for building membership and soliciting donations in the Wood River Valley and region. These tasks will involve meeting members and donors and coordinating events for members and the public. Fundraising is done with the development team headquartered in Boise and based on an existing long-term donor base, recruitment of new supporters, and work with local board members. Outreach/Communication (30%) The Central Idaho Representative is responsible for enhancing the ICL presence and impact in the local and regional community by engaging members and the public in our work, including the locally based Pioneer Alliance, New Voices campaign, and other issues and campaigns directed from Boise. The Central Idaho Representative organizes and manages ongoing outreach efforts, such as the summer hike series, and coordinates sales of ICL’s Sun Valley hiking books. Administration (20%) The Central Idaho Representative is responsible for overseeing field office operations, including interacting with the public and members and managing office operations (mail, phones, computers, finances, coordination with Boise staff, etc.). The Central Idaho Representative participates in ICL meetings, retreats, etc., as needed, and completes all required paperwork (timesheets, work plans, etc.). The Central Idaho Representative also manages office support staff as appropriate; this office has often retained interns and at times additional staff. Key Outcomes: • Build regional visibility and fundraising capacity of the Idaho Conservation League • Lead the Central Idaho summer hike series and other visibility events in the community • Build the conservation community through outreach and communication and through implementation of our New Voices campaign and Pioneer Alliance outreach plan • Ensure teamwork and collaboration with staff by traveling to Boise multiple times a year Qualifications: •Bachelor’s degree •Two or more years in fundraising or comparable life experience; •Conservation experience is a plus •Excellent writing, organizational, and analytical skills •Strong computer skills; experience in database management is helpful •Ability to manage details and meet deadlines •Ability to run an independent field office yet integrate with a team as appropriate •Energetic, motivated, and outgoing Compensation: ICL is a nonprofit conservation group based in Idaho. We have an excellent team of people who are making a real difference in Idaho. We offer a competitive salary based on experience and an excellent benefit package. To apply: Submit cover letter and resume to jobs@idahoconservation.org. About the Idaho Conservation League ICL is Idaho’s voice for clean water, clean air and wilderness—values that are the foundation for Idaho’s extraordinary quality of life. Founded in 1973, we are the only statewide, membership-based, environmental advocacy organization addressing the full breadth of conservation values that define Idaho. We use public education, outreach, advocacy and policy development to achieve conservation success on a broad set of issues. We have an annual budget of $1.32 million, 16 staff, over 8,500 members, and offices in Boise, Ketchum and Sandpoint. Our program areas focus on protecting Idaho’s wilderness and public lands and protecting community values such as clean air and water. We work at all levels of federal and state government, and at times, local and county. Charity Navigator, the nation’s largest and most-used evaluator of over 5,000 of America’s best-known charities, again awarded us the highest rating of four stars based on how responsibly a nonprofit functions day to day as well as how well positioned it is to sustain its programs over time. ICL’s Wood River field office is based in the Sun Valley/Ketchum community, which has long been a base of strong and active support. The Wood River Valley is home to a dedicated core of ICL members, including volunteers, major donors, and family foundations. The Central Idaho Representative is an important member of the overall ICL team working in an important geography for ICL. This is a great place to have a good, meaningful job with an active lifestyle in a mountain community.