Erin,
I might be interested, but for it to even be worth my time in sending in
a resume, I'd need to know what the salary level is.  Any clues?
Phil

erin jordahl IA wrote:

> ANNOUNCEMENT OF JOB OPENING
> Sierra Club Job Description
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> Job Title: Regional Conservation Organizer
> Department: Conservation/Des Moines, Iowa
> Reports To: Regional Staff Director
> Context: The Regional Conservation Organizer works with regional field
> staff and chapter/group volunteers to organize support for grassroots
> campaigns, events and skills training and to generate turnout for
> campaign visibility events. Works with appropriate staff to integrate
> the regional field programs with the goals and objectives of the
> Sierra Club's Environmental Public Education Campaign. Creates demand
> for action on conservation issues.
> Scope: The Regional Conservation Organizer plans, organizes and
> implements the education and mobilization efforts of the Sierra Club
> on its Environmental Public Education Campaign efforts in Iowa.
> Regularly works outside of the office and without direct supervision
> to communicate with officials, the media and the public. Works with
> professional staff in editing, writing, researching, and coordinating
> functions.
> Knowledge & Skills:
> -- 1-2 years experience working with volunteers in the environmental
> movement, political campaigns, or other, similar organizations to plan
> and implement grassroots campaigns.
> -- Current basic knowledge of environmental issues affecting the
> assigned region.
> -- Current contacts with environmental coalition partners in same key
> media market, or comparable background.
> -- Excellent writing and editing skills. Demonstrated skills in
> writing and production of newsletters. Good verbal communication skills.
> -- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills and ability to
> work effectively in action-oriented office.
> -- Ability to work independently, cooperatively and effectively with
> public, staff and volunteers.
> -- Able to travel as needed.
> -- Proficient computer skills; knowledge and experience with word
> processing (WordPerfect or MS Word), database and communications software.
>
> Please send cover letter and resume to:
> Sierra Club
> Midwest Regional Staff Director
> 229 Lake Avenue, Suite 4
> Traverse City, MI 49684
> FAX: 231-922-2909
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> Sierra Club is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse
> workforce. Explore, enjoy and protect the planet.
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> Erin E. Jordahl
> Director, Iowa Chapter Sierra Club
> 3839 Merle Hay Road, Suite 280
> Des Moines, IA 50310
> 515-277-8868
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