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Program Development and Execution: Ensuring the planning and implementation of a comprehensive internship program in environmental research and restoration

• Offers engaging and relevant programs to participants built on the requirements of grant-funded environmental work whenever possible

• Fulfills all programmatic content and schedule commitments to dedicated funding sources

• Implements Rocking the Boat’s Technical Skills curriculum and works with participants to demonstrate individual achievement through mastering those skills

• Incorporates principals of Positive Youth Development in program planning and delivery

• Guides participants in developing a portfolio of their accomplishments in the program for use in post-secondary opportunities

• Collaborates with other Program Directors and Social Workers on program development, shared programming and training opportunities, promoting and delivering college and career exploration activities, and other opportunities

• Works with Student Environment Program Director and Social Work team to identify and interview prospective participants

• Collaborates with the Social Work team to help participants set and achieve academic, career, and personal goals

• Develops and leads day and overnight trips designed to introduce participants to professional opportunities

• Participates in monitoring and evaluation exercises designed to assess programmatic success

Program Administration: Ensuring the timely and accurate preparation of information and data necessary to deliver successful programs

• Identifies and researches prospective environmental projects

• Manages multiple concurrent environmental research and restoration projects as defined by individual project goals

• Manages scientific partnerships at local universities, public agencies, non-profits, and private consultancies; develops and manages contracts/agreements with partners as needed

• Maintains accurate participant records including attendance, technical skill accomplishment and other information

• Supports the Development Department with grant proposals, budgeting, and reporting requirements

• Assists in budget development; tracks program budget; sources and purchases needed materials and equipment within the parameters established in annual budgets; provides timely and accurate accounting of all expenses

Program Facilities, Equipment, and Safety: Ensuring that the physical resources are in place to provide safe and successful programming

• Follows all Rocking the Boat safety protocols; identifies and corrects any safety issues

• Manages and maintains Rocking the Boat’s boat inventory including wooden rowing craft and other waterfront equipment such as dollies, oars, and PFDs

• Maintains environmental lab, other program spaces and equipment

• Collaborates with the Student Environmental Program Director to manage and maintain rain garden

Cross-Organization Support: Contributing to the promotion and smooth operations of the organization

• Supports the Development Department in fund-raising activities as requested

• Contributes to the maintenance of shared resources

• Manages program volunteers and hosts visitors

• Participates in other activities as necessary to fulfill the mission of Rocking the Boat

Requirements:

• B.S. in Environmental Science, Ecology, Environmental Engineering, or related ecological fields required; MS preferred

• Experience working with youth in an educational setting

• Experience or desire to be involved in community-oriented education programming

• Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented, and an ability to work independently

• Proficiency in basic computer applications

• Driver’s License

• Willingness to work long days and weekends, as necessary

Rocking the Boat offers:

• Full-time salaried position

• Full benefits package including 401(k)

• Opportunity to work with a creative, well-funded organization committed to community development and youth empowerment.

Expected start date mid-January 2020.

To apply please send a cover letter and resume to debbie@rockingtheboat.org with ENVIRONMENTAL JOB SKILLS PROGRAM DIRECTOR as the subject.