Date: September 17, 2003 Iowa Environmental Council seeks Director of Communications The Iowa Environmental Council is seeking a full-time Director of Communications. The IEC is a nonpartisan nonprofit organization working to protect Iowa's natural environment through shaping public policy, research and education, coalition-building, and advocacy. Qualifications: We are looking for a person who is the right "fit" within our staff. This person should have education and experience in communications, public relations, public education, and media relations. Additional desirable qualifications include experience in lobbying, event planning, membership development, grant-writing, and natural resources interpretation. Position Description: Responsibilities include developing organizational communication strategy, writing media releases and IEC publication materials, maintaining positive media relations, maintaining Iowa Conservation Advocates' and Leaders' Link (I-CALL) program (a natural resources advocacy communications system), and leading event planning. Position will also participate with other IEC staff on strategic planning, grant-writing, and organizational development strategy. Compensation and benefits: The salary range is $30,000 - $38,000 with full benefits including health, life, dental, and long-term disability insurance, paid vacation and holidays, and retirement plan. To apply, send resume, cover letter, and writing sample, by September 27, 2003, to Tricia Lyman Iowa Environmental Council 711 East Locust Street Des Moines, IA 50309 or email to: [log in to unmask] Erin E. Jordahl Director, Iowa Chapter Sierra Club 3839 Merle Hay Road, Suite 280 Des Moines, IA 50310 515-277-8868 [log in to unmask] www.iowa.sierraclub.org - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - To get off the IOWA-TOPICS list, send any message to: [log in to unmask]