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Job Title: Sierra Student Coalition Director Department: Conservation/Washington, D.C. Reports To: National Field Organizing Director/WDC Context: The SSC Director works with SSC student volunteers to organize support for grassroots campaigns, events and skills training and to generate turnout for campaign visibility events. The main organizing focus will be on generating support for student-run conservation campaigns and training programs. Scope: The SSC Director plans, organizes and implements the education and mobilization efforts of the Sierra Student Coalition. Works in close consultation with the SSC Executive Committee, under the general supervision of the Director of OVAS. Regularly works outside of the office and without direct supervision to coordinate student-run conservation campaigns and trainings on high school and college campuses. Knowledge & Skills: -- Current basic knowledge of environmental issues. -- 1-2 years student volunteer experience working in the environmental movement, political campaigns, or other, similar organizations to plan and implement grassroots campaigns. -- Demonstrated good written and 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. -- Ability to travel up to 40% of the time. Valid driver’s license, satisfactory driving record, and proof of auto insurance required. -- Proficient basic computer skills for word processing, spreadsheets, and internet. Please send cover letter and resume to: resumes@sierraclub.org To ensure proper routing of your application, please specify job code: Sierra Student Coalition Director - SCDC in the subject line. Please do not add or modify anything else beside job code in the subject line. We would appreciate if you could take a couple of minutes to answer a few questions about the position you are applying for and about yourself. Please click on this link to take you to this very short survey: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=CIGa9V7O7LA2w8Od9OxY7w_3d_3d Sierra Club offers competitive salary package commensurate with skills and
experience plus excellent benefits that include medical / dental / vision
coverage, and a retirement savings 401(k) plan Sierra Club is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. Explore, enjoy and protect the planet. Note: Positions stay on the webpage until they are filled. If you are applying for more than one job, a resume and cover letter are required for each position. How to Apply | About the Sierra Club | Benefits Brochure | Sierra Club Diversity Up to Top HOME | Email Signup | About Us | Contact Us | Terms of Use | © 2008 Sierra Club |
