Senior Chapter Director wanted
The Senior Chapter Director is the top staff management position in the Angeles Chapter. As such, is responsible for advising the Executive Committee and directing the staff in implementing all programs of the Angeles Chapter. Position reports directly to the Executive Committee through the Chapter Chair. Deferred giving and major gift fundraising are top priorities for this position. The Senior Chapter Director is responsible for managing all Chapter staff.
The successful candidate will have a commitment to preserving the environment, at least five years of substantial management experience in grassroots campaign organizing, media relations, and working with political leaders, as well as substantial experience in planning and managing deferred giving programs and major gift solicitation. A B.A./B.S. degree is required. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with volunteers, excellent oral and written skills, outstanding computer skills, and a proven record of successful staff leadership are essential.
Salary: $65,000 to $85,000, commensurate with experience, with comprehensive benefits package. The Angeles Chapter office is located in the mid-Wilshire area of Los Angeles. Post or e-mail cover letter and résumé to: Sierra Club Angeles Chapter, Attn: George Denny, 3250 Wilshire Blvd. #1106, Los Angeles, CA, 90010, or > George Denny. The Sierra Club is an equal opportunity employer.
Chapter retreat
The Angeles Chapter Executive Committee will hold its annual planning retreat at the Eaton Canyon Nature Center in Altadena. All members are welcome. Begins Friday, Jan. 6, at 6:30pm; Saturday, 8am-5pm, and Sunday, 8am-2pm. For more information contact Chapter chair > Virgil Shields, 213-387-4287, ext. 260.
ExComm meeting
Regular meeting is scheduled for Sundays, Dec. 11 (tentative, check with office) for 1pm in Chapter office. Visitor parking on the street. Building parking is limited to holders of key cards.
Holiday closings
Sierra Club offices will be closed Friday, Dec. 23 through Monday, Jan. 2 for holidays and new year.
Sierra Club calendars
Wilderness wall and desk engagement calendars are available from the Angeles Chapter office. Walk-in purchases during regular business hours. Order forms are also available online at www.angeles.sierraclub.org/news/2006CalendarSales.asp. Mail order before Dec. 15 for holiday delivery.