SF Bay Area Employment Opportunities

Peninsula Open Space Trust: Land Assistant (GIS)

admin — 2008-08-19T22:35:34Z

Land Assistant (GIS)

We are seeking a Land Assistant (GIS) to support our busy Land Department in the critical areas of cartography (using ArcGIS), research, clerical functions, and general land department administration. In joining our team, you would be providing support for POST’s Land Department with their acquisition and transfer projects by assisting in property ownership and natural resources research, density credit analyses and project priority ranking.

Other administrative support includes:

* Providing Database Administration: coordinating database updates, maintenance and consultant's work.
* Maintaining and fostering collaboration and communication with the Advancement Department to ensure in-house GIS and GPS capabilities are known and utilized.
* Providing support to the Advancement Department with various fundraising and
communication tasks, including producing materials, such as maps, for donor tours or other informational purposes; attending and working at events; and helping with mass mailings.

This position is an exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for environmental conservation to gain experience with a leading and respected land trust.

Ideal candidates will possess:

* Cartography skills and experience with ArcGIS and Google Earth.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to prioritize and effectively handle multiple tasks.
* Excellent organizational skills with great attention to detail.
* Relevant experience preferred.
* Experienced user of Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
* Excellent interpersonal skills.
* College degree.
* Professional appearance and demeanor.

Peninsula Open Space Trust, a pre-eminent local land trust located in downtown Palo Alto, is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from people of under-represented groups who will contribute to the diversity of its staff. POST offers competitive salaries with excellent benefit packages. Please send résumé (email preferred) and cover letter outlining your interest in POST's mission to:

Nancy Wolowski
Director of Administration
Peninsula Open Space Trust
222 High Street
Palo Alto, CA 94301
E-mail: hr@openspacetrust.org
Fax: (650) 854-7703

Peninsula Open Space Trust: Land Specialist

admin — 2008-08-19T22:33:18Z

Land Specialist

We are seeking a Land Specialist to assist and support our busy Land Department. This position is responsible for a variety of duties, including providing administrative support to our Executive Vice President.

The Land Specialist is charged with these essential duties:

* Conducts density analyses, research of property ownership, natural resources and potential partners.
* Analyzes market value of potential acquisitions using market data, analysis of zoning and planning policies, development potential and economics of development.
* Oversees and conducts real estate market research, including analysis of recent sales and listings.
* Develops and monitors the Land Department budget.
* Manages the Land Department database.
* Prepares documents and correspondence for land acquisitions and transfer projects.
* Provides administrative support to the Land Department as needed.
* Special projects and miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Ideal candidates will possess:

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to prioritize and effectively handle multiple tasks.
* Excellent organizational skills.
* Computer literacy, including experience with Word and Excel.
* Two years of relevant experience preferred.
* Excellent interpersonal skills.
* College degree—preferably in a related field.
* Professional appearance and demeanor.

Peninsula Open Space Trust, a pre-eminent local land trust located in downtown Palo Alto, is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from people of under-represented groups who will contribute to the diversity of its staff. POST offers competitive salaries with excellent benefit packages. Please send résumé (email preferred) and cover letter outlining your interest in POST's mission to:

Nancy Wolowski
Director of Administration
Peninsula Open Space Trust
222 High Street
Palo Alto, CA 94301
E-mail: hr@openspacetrust.org
Fax: (650) 854-7703

Groundwater & Environmental Services: Case Manager

admin — 2008-08-05T17:22:14Z

Groundwater & Environmental Services (GES) is a leader in providing innovative, high quality environmental services, specializing in soil and groundwater contaminant assessment and remediation since 1985. Our employees are committed to providing responsive environmental services to a diverse, progressive client base that includes the petroleum industry, government agencies, and industrial markets. We have over 680 employees coast to coast, and are still growing.
Our northern Los Angeles, CA office is currently looking for an experienced Case Manager to join their team.

Responsibilities and Duties:
• Manages the execution of work for retail petroleum remediation sites
• Performs or manages the implementation of project specific work, which includes: scheduling, coordinating subcontractors, and collecting samples
• Evaluates, analyzes and interprets technical data relative to project-specific goals, creates and interprets accurate data display graphs and figures, and identifies data gaps and data needs
• Writes reports, develops plans, and implements steps to move projects toward closure in the most cost effective manner
• Works effectively with junior level staff to ensure that all resources are in place for proper fieldwork execution
• Completes field projects and oversees subcontractors for various activities related to hydrogeological investigations
• Manages budgets, evaluates budget vs. plan, and analyzes cost control efficiencies
• Assists with the preparation of proposals
• Communicates with third party and regulatory agents regarding schedules and compliance issues
• Utilizes databases to query site information and data, as well as, to create historical tables and sampling reports
Skills/Requirements:
• A degree in Geology or Engineering and 4+ years of related experience. Experience must include field and office based environmental consulting experience, as well as, case management experience on retail and industrial projects
• Must possess excellent verbal communication and technical writing skills, as well as, be able to independently prepare a complete deliverable work product with a focus on QA/QC
• Knowledge of CA environmental regulations and industry standards
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Suite and geological logs/cross-sections
• PG or PE certification or desire/ability to attain PG/LRS certification is a plus
• A Background Check and Drug/Alcohol Screening are required
Our comprehensive benefits include: medical, dental, vision, prescription, 401k, FSA, LTD, STD, New Parent Leave, 529 CollegeBound Fund, Tuition Assistance, Bonus Plan, and more.
GES is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that strongly values diversity. EOE/AA/M/F/V/D
Application Instructions:
Click the following link to apply online:
https://www.hirebridge.com/application/appchoice.asp?jid=67535

Groundwater & Environmental Services: Field Technician - Los Angeles

admin — 2008-08-05T17:18:27Z

Groundwater & Environmental Services (GES) is a leader in providing innovative, high quality environmental services, specializing in soil and groundwater contaminant assessment and remediation since 1985. Our employees are committed to providing responsive environmental services to a diverse, progressive client base that includes the petroleum industry, government agencies, and industrial markets. We have over 680 employees coast to coast, and are still growing.
Our northern Los Angeles, CA office is seeking an experienced Field Technician.
This is outdoor work in all weather types.
Responsibilities and Duties:
• Performs standard remedial system maintenance activities to optimize system performance, which includes: cleaning pumps and probes, adjusting system operational parameters, and servicing floats, compressors, and blowers
• Handles equipment troubleshooting, repair, and replacement
• Complies with GES’ Standard Operating Procedures related to environmental sampling, health & safety, decontamination, field note recording, equipment calibration, and Operation and Maintenance (O&M) activities
• Ensures that installation and repair practices adhere to OSHA requirements and GES engineering standards
• Supervises trenching and remedial system installation contractors on subsurface piping installations
• Mentors junior level technicians
Skills/Requirements:
• A high school diploma or equivalent and 4+ years of related experience.
• Experience must include performing below and above grade remediation system installation, working with transfer pumps, oil-water separators, motors, compressors, oxidizers, down-well pneumatic pumps, PIDs, and DO meters.
• Must be reliable and have strong troubleshooting and mechanical skills.
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification is a plus.
• Must have a clean driving record and be able to drive a company vehicle.
• Drug/Alcohol screening and a Background check are required.
Our comprehensive benefits include: medical, dental, vision, 401k, FSA, LTD, STD, New Parent Leave, 529 CollegeBound Fund, Tuition Assistance, Bonus Plan, and more.
GES is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that strongly values diversity. EOE/AA/M/F/V/D
Application Instructions:
Click the following link to apply online:
https://www.hirebridge.com/application/appchoice.asp?jid=67536

Save The Bay: Policy Associate

admin — 2008-07-31T00:46:12Z

About Save The Bay
Save The Bay is the oldest and largest organization working exclusively to protect, restore and celebrate San Francisco Bay. As the Bay’s leading champion since 1961, Save The Bay is committed to making the Bay cleaner and healthier for people and wildlife. Save The Bay wages and wins effective advocacy campaigns to increase public access to the Bay, establish 100,000 acres of healthy wetlands around the Bay, and protect the Bay from today’s greatest threats: pollution and urban sprawl. Save The Bay educates nearly 10,000 students and adults on the Bay each year and engages volunteers to improve vital wetlands and subtidal habitats. www.saveSFbay.org

Position Summary
Save The Bay seeks a creative, experienced Policy Associate to implement targeted campaigns that significantly improve the health of San Francisco Bay. The Associate will manage a regional pollution prevention campaign, and will support efforts to secure and fund 100,000 acres of restored wetlands, prevent Bay fill and inappropriate shoreline development, and increase public access to the shoreline. The Policy Associate will also conduct policy analysis and research, and assist with federal and state advocacy.

The successful candidate has experience and skills in advocacy, organizing, and policy development, is self-motivated and able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

This position reports to the Political Director.

Primary Responsibilities
• Manage Save The Bay’s award-winning Keep It Clean! campaign to reduce Bay pollution and improve water quality.
• Represent Save The Bay in legislative and regulatory public hearings, community meetings and other decision-making forums.
• Write and edit advocacy materials, including policy position papers, public comments, fact sheets, talking points and web content.
• Successfully advocate for Save The Bay’s policy goals and priority initiatives with key decision makers, stakeholders, legislative and regulatory bodies, and the media.
• Conduct research on priority Bay issues and effective solutions.
• Serve as a spokesperson for Save The Bay to promote our advocacy campaigns with the media and other appropriate audiences.
• Collaborate with the Political Director to identify priority restoration, policy and legislative opportunities.
• Develop opportunities to mobilize broad grassroots support, build coalitions, and generate participation from Save The Bay’s members, allies and key policy makers on priority issues.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications
• Two to three years experience working on issue advocacy campaigns.
• Excellent writing, research, editing, and public speaking skills.
• Passion for Save The Bay’s mission.
• Proven ability to work independently and also to collaborate effectively with colleagues.
• Experience working effectively with elected officials, community leaders, environmental activists, agency officials and other stakeholders.
• Demonstrated initiative, creativity and collaborative work style.
• Familiarity with Bay ecology, wetland restoration, agency and legislative processes, and community-based programs.
• Computer proficiency with Windows and Internet research applications.

To Apply
This position is open until filled. Salary commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits.

Women and people of color are encouraged to apply. EOE

Email or send resume and cover letter to:
Policy Associate Search
sknight@savesfbay.org
Save The Bay
350 Frank Ogawa Plaza, Suite 900
Oakland, CA 94612

Please no phone calls.

California Native Plant Society: Conservation Program Director

admin — 2008-06-16T21:28:28Z

The California Native Plant Society (CNPS) is seeking a conservation advocate to lead the Conservation Program. The Conservation Program Director position requires a highly organized and visionary individual to lead, develop and implement the Conservation Program. The Conservation Director works with CNPS volunteers and staff to develop and promote policies relevant to plant conservation in California. The Conservation Director also participates in public outreach to diverse constituencies to promote CNPS plant conservation policies. The Conservation Program Director also is responsible for fundraising to support the Society’s conservation goals. The Conservation Director reports directly to the Executive Director.

Background (www.cnps.org)
The California Native Plant Society (CNPS) is a statewide non-profit conservation organization, founded in 1965, with approximately 10,000 members in 33 chapters, and 12 full and part-time staff. The mission of CNPS is to increase understanding and appreciation of California’s native plants and to conserve them and their natural habitats through scientific study, education, advocacy, horticulture, and land stewardship.

The Position
The California Native Plant Society (CNPS) is seeking a full-time Conservation Program Director. This position requires a highly organized and visionary conservation advocate to lead, develop and implement the Conservation Program. The Conservation Director works with CNPS volunteers and staff to develop and promote policies relevant to plant conservation in California. The Conservation Director also participates in public outreach The Conservation Director reports directly to the Executive Director.

The Conservation Program Director is a full time, non-exempt “at will” position. Work locations are in Sacramento with required occasional travel and overnight stays for coordination meetings.

Experience, Education, & Skills

Minimum Qualifications

• MA/MS degree in conservation biology, natural resource management, botany, biology, or related field with coursework in botany
• Two to three years experience in the environmental conservation field that includes research and analysis of conservation plans or environmental policies. Broad regional botanical knowledge preferred
• Two-three years experience in conservation advocacy
• Knowledge of plant conservation laws and regulations, both State of California and Federal
• High degree of initiative and ability to work independently as well as part of the CNPS team
• Strong commitment and dedication to plant conservation
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to speak publicly and provide testimony in a variety of forums
• Proficient computer skills particularly Word, Excel, Power Point
• Ability to work with a wide variety of people, including CNPS volunteers, agency personnel, academics, professional and amateur botanists and other stakeholders

Duties and Responsibilities

General:
• Analyze local and statewide plant conservation and land management issues, and formulate, recommend, and facilitate appropriate science-based actions on behalf of the Society.
• Conduct fieldwork and site visits, as necessary, to coordinate efforts to identify, protect and manage native plant communities and their habitats.

Laws & Regulations:
• Analyze and comment on NEPA and CEQA documents and other planning and policy documents.
• Monitor, analyze and comment on targeted Federal and State policies affecting plant conservation.
• Alert Society volunteers of the need for action (proactive or responsive) when appropriate.

Scientific Analysis:
• Research and maintain up-to-date scientific and legal information on plant conservation issues for use by CNPS staff and volunteers.
• Integrate information developed by the CNPS Plant Science Program into plant conservation practices.

Chapter Support:
• Respond to conservation needs of Chapters by providing support, strategic consulting, technical or legal information, and referrals, or by taking action on behalf of Chapters on specific issues.

Representation:
• Serve as the Society’s lead representative on conservation and land management issues to State and Federal resource management agencies.
• Coordinate the Conservation Program’s public outreach activities, including serving as a key representative to the media on conservation issues.

Program Management and Development:
• Identify and pursue funding opportunities to support the Conservation Program.
• Coordinate Conservation Program activities with the Society’s Plant Science and Legislative Programs.
• Develop and implement an efficient filing system of both printed and electronic files.
• Produce regular reports for various CNPS newsletters, publications and meetings.
• Recruit, train, and supervise interns, staff, and volunteers within the program and coordinate their activities.
• Attend monthly staff meetings and at least one Chapter Council Meeting each year.

Scope of Work for the First Year

Network of Chapter Conservationists (0.15 FTE)

The CD will create a regional or topical network of Chapter conservationists and advocates. For chapters where it is likely to be effective (e.g. southern California), the CD will organize regional meetings to bring together CNPS conservation volunteers. The purpose of the meetings are several fold including: 1) identify regional issues; 2) meet the conservation volunteers working in a region; 3) exchange conservation solutions and information; 4) inform the CD about the issues critical to each region and chapter; 5) identify common challenges and solutions that may suggest a statewide initiative. Meetings will be organized in a manner that allows for participation by phone in an effort to minimize travel for staff and volunteers. The CD will also recruit 1-2 volunteers from each region to serve as advisors in that region. Future regional meetings would be held annually and coordinated between the regional advisors and the CD. Regional Advisors will be available year round to provide assistance to people working on conservation issues or projects in the particular region.

Additional groups may be formed around specific topics that are of interest to several chapters. Such group meetings would likely be held by teleconference periodically throughout the year. The purpose of these topical meetings are similar to the regional meetings and include 1) exchange conservation solutions and information; 2) develop common and mutually beneficial strategies; 3) inform the CD about critical issues; 4) identify common challenges and solutions that may suggest a statewide initiative.

Chapter Assistance on Conservation Strategies (0.20 FTE)

The CD will provide advice on chapter conservation projects on an as requested basis. The purpose of this service is to provide support for a chapter’s conservation efforts and to answer questions directly or to refer the chapter contact to an expert that can address the issue. The CD will also provide a link between chapter volunteers and agency personnel at regional and state levels and provide referrals to agency personnel as needed.

Native Plant Conservation in Fire and Fuels Management (0.35 FTE)

The CD would be responsible for developing a CNPS position or guidelines on fire and fuel management in urban-wildland interface areas that emphasizes plant conservation while recognizing public health and safety issues. The initial focus is on chaparral and woodland habitats close to urbanized areas and would include plant conservation areas close or adjacent to such urbanized areas. Conservation of rare species and the vegetation community as a whole will be emphasized in these habitats. Management practices of interest are vegetation removal for fire clearance around homes, vegetation removal in plant reserves adjacent to urban areas, application of prescribed fire, use and placement of fuels breaks, plant selection, and post wildfire management. Developing the policy and guidelines will require research of the scientific literature, interviews with experts, discussions with chapter volunteers, and others to develop a sound and well informed approach. Creation of a CNPS task force may also be used to develop the policy and guidelines. The CD will promote the policy or guidelines to targeted state and local agencies to be adopted as guidance on plant conservation in the face of fire and fuels management. The CD will work with interested chapters to help them in developing a strategy to promote the policy or guidelines in their local area. Depending on time commitments, the effort could be expanded to urban areas adjacent to forests and to wildland settings in general.

Planning the Next Conservation Initiative (0.20 FTE)

The CD will review the variety of issues facing native plant conservation statewide and determine which issues are critical for CNPS to address in the coming 2-3 years. This review will include interviews with CNPS volunteers, conservation experts including personnel from government and other conservation organizations, information gathered from the CNPS regional meetings, and other relevant sources. The selection of issues to work on will be based on a number of factors including likelihood of success, opportunities for partnership or collaboration, linkage to ongoing CNPS programs, and the unique expertise that CNPS can bring to issue resolution. An action plan, including funding sources, will be developed for the selected issue(s).

Administrative and Other Tasks (0.10 FTE)

Physical Requirements
The Conservation Program Director job may require prolonged sitting and use of computer and mouse, some standing and bending, use of library, online, and other materials for research, use of phone and email for communication, filing, occasional photocopying, occasional field work involving hiking and camping, and driving to meetings as necessary.

Additional Job Requirements
Work time is generally Monday through Friday with work to be performed between the hours of 8 am to 5 pm. Preferred work location is in Sacramento, California at the CNPS offices. A valid California driver’s license and annual proof of car insurance are required.

Salary Range $40,000 - $50,000 depending on experience

Application Process
Interested individuals should submit a letter of interest, a résumé, and the names, phone numbers and email addresses of at least three professional references. Applications should be mailed to the attention of:
Amanda Jorgenson
Executive Director
ATTN: Conservation Program Director
California Native Plant Society
2707 K Street, Suite 1
Sacramento, CA 95816

No phone inquiries will be accepted. Applications may be faxed or emailed in order to meet the deadline, but an original application must also be mailed. The fax number is (916) 447-2727 and the email address is ajorgenson@cnps.org.

This position will remain open until filled.

Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District: Resource Planner II

admin — 2008-06-11T04:28:43Z

Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District: Resource Planner II
Close Date: Jun 27, 2008
Salary: $5,483.00 - $7,036.00 Monthly - In addition, may be eligible for 4% stipend for Masters degree in related field

About the Position: The Resource Planner II position is responsible for performing complex professional level resource planning for the District’s new and existing open space preserves, gathering general and site specific resource information about District lands, preparing preserve-wide or watershed resource management plans, developing resource management policies, and preparing environmental analyses pursuant to CEQA. General responsibilities of this position will also include managing consultants and contractors; writing detailed technical summaries and reports for District staff and the public; preparing grant applications; and conducting surveys in the field. The Resource Planner II will function within a team environment with other Resource Management staff, participating in consensus decision-making and other team activities. The position may supervise Planning Technicians or Planner I staff.

Basic Requirements: Knowledge of ecology, principles and practices of resource management, practices and trends in environmental planning and analysis, and environmental regulations. Ability to plan and conduct ecological research, analyze and interpret ecological data, and apply such information in preparing clear and concise resource management plans for natural lands. Ability to conduct environmental planning analysis per CEQA, secure regulatory agency permits, and manage complex projects utilizing consultants and contractors. BS/BA degree in ecology, biology, earth sciences, or other closely related subject is required. In addition, three years increasingly responsible experience in the field of resource planning and management is desirable. Requires excellent organizational, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills as well as a commitment to the principles of diversity and multi-culturalism. Possession of or the ability to obtain a valid California driver license required.

About the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District
Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District is an independent special district created by the voters of northwestern Santa Clara County in 1972, joined in 1976 by southern San Mateo County, and most recently expanded to the San Mateo coast side in 2004. The District's purpose is "To acquire and preserve a regional greenbelt of open space land in perpetuity; protect and restore the natural environment; and provide opportunities for ecologically sensitive public employment and education." The District owns and manages over 55,000 acres of land in 26 open space preserves. Activities on the open space preserves include hiking, cycling, horseback riding, picnicking, jogging and nature study.

Comprehensive Benefits: The benefits package offered to regular full-time employees includes:
• PERS Retirement (2.5%@55 with 2% employee contribution)
• Deferred Compensation Plan
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Plans • Life and AD&D insurance (2x annual salary)
• Short and Long Term Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program • 36 hours personal leave/year
• 15 Vacation days/year
• 11 paid holidays/year
• 12 paid sick days/year
How to Apply: Apply online at www.calopps.org. The closing deadline to apply is Friday, June 27, 2008 at 5:00 p.m. Postmarks, faxed or emailed applications will not be accepted.
If unable to apply online, applications may be obtained by calling (650) 691-1200.

Selection Process: The best qualified candidates will be invited to an oral board panel interview on July 15, 2008. Finalist interviews are scheduled for July 22, 2008. Candidates are asked to plan their calendar accordingly.

The Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation by contacting the Human Resources Department.

Solano Resource Conservation District: Restoration Field Technician

admin — 2008-06-10T05:59:20Z

Introduction:
The employer is the Board of Directors of the Solano Resource
Conservation District, and day to day supervision will be under the
Executive Director. The title of the position is Restoration Field
Technician. The position is a full-time non-exempt position with
medical, dental and vision benefits. Retirement benefits furnished
upon completion of a six (6) month probationary period. Employment at
the SRCD is employment at-will. Employment at-will may be terminated
with or without cause and with or without notice at any time by the
employee or the District.

Location:
This position is currently located in the Dixon Field Office of the USDA
Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Solano County,
California.
Duties and Responsibilities:
* Under the direction of Executive Director, participate in the
implementation and maintenance of several different restoration projects
in Solano County. This work includes mowing and applying herbicides to
control invasive weeds, propagating and planting native plants,
conducting irrigation activities, and working with contracted field
crews. Applicant must be able to work as a team member and also
independently at project sites. Projects include riparian restoration,
hedgerows and vegetated canals, and farm and ranch ponds.

* Under the direction of the Executive Director, provide staff
support at the Conservation Education Center. This work includes
propagating native plants, maintaining nursery stock, controlling weeds,
maintaining the Demonstration Garden and conducting routine facility
maintenance such as sprinkler irrigation installation, greenhouse
repair, and minor construction /carpentry projects. Applicant must be
able to work as a team member and also independently at the Conservation
Education Center.

* Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.
Qualifications:

A Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in Ecology,
Agriculture, Biology, Environmental Science, Environmental Education or
a related field of study is preferred but not required.

Applicant must have experience working with wildland weed populations.
The ability to operate an ATV mower and utilize a backpack sprayer to
spray herbicides is required. Possession of a Qualified Applicator's
Certificate is preferred. Applicant must have experience working with
native plants and nursery facilities. Experience collecting and
propagating native plants and maintaining greenhouse facilities is
desired. Carpentry and/or electrical skills are preferred. The ability
to speak Spanish is preferred.

Applicant must have the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Applicant must
have the ability work outdoors in wildland settings, which may include
exposure to insects and wildlife, temperature extremes, and inclement
weather.

Applicant should be a team player with an ability to work with staff,
board members and local landowners who have a diverse range of
backgrounds, motivations and interests. A valid driver's license and
liability insurance is required. To perform the assigned duties, the
employee will be required to work a mixture of evening and day hours, in
the field and in the office. The regular work time will be 8-5, Monday
through Friday, with occasional night and weekend obligations.

Compensation: $34,000 - $40,000/yr DOE

How to Apply:
E-mail resume and cover letter to Jodie.Salz@ca.nacdnet.net or fax to
(707) 678-5001. Open until filled.

All applications must include the following:
1. A one or two page resume;
2. A brief cover letter (2-3 paragraphs) explaining your interest(s) in
this position and how it relates to your knowledge, experience and
career plans;
3. The contact information for three professional references.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
Candidates will be evaluated without discrimination for any non-merit
reason such as race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin,
politics, marital status, or physical handicap.

Solano Resource Conservation District: Restoration/Watershed Projects Manager

admin — 2008-06-10T05:56:09Z

Introduction:
The employer is the Board of Directors of the Solano Resource
Conservation District, and day to day supervision will be by the
Executive Director. The title of the position is Restoration/Watershed
Projects Manager. The position is a full-time non-exempt position with
medical, dental and vision benefits. Retirement benefits furnished
upon completion of a six (6) month probationary period. Employment at
the SRCD is employment at-will. Employment at-will may be terminated
with or without cause and with or without notice at any time by the
employee or the District.
Location:
This position is currently located in the Dixon Field Office of the USDA
Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Solano County,
California.
Duties and Responsibilities:

* Oversee and implement all aspects of creek restoration on
Rindler Creek. This work includes reducing weed populations, planting
native plants, and improving habitat for native wildlife species. This
position will also be responsible for contracting and overseeing
installation crews and assisting in related field work.

* Oversee and implement all aspects of the Flood Reduction Program
in partnership with Solano County Water Agency (SCWA). This work
includes meeting with landowners and SCWA personnel to develop projects
that reduce flood risks to rural residential properties in Solano
County.

* Oversee and implement all aspects of the biological assessment
of Laurel and Ledgewood Creeks. This work involves researching and
compiling data about watershed flora and fauna and cataloging at-risk
species.

* Under the guidance of the Restoration Program Manager, work as a
team member implementing several different restoration projects in
Solano County including restoration of Old Alamo Creek, installation of
hedgerows and vegetated canals on farms and agricultural production
facilities, and developing conservation plans for rural properties.

* Oversee the work completed by an independent contractor for the
Oak Woodland Restoration Grant. This ongoing grant examines the effect
of grazing on the survival and growth of several species of native oaks.

* Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.

Qualifications:

A Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in Ecology,
Agriculture, Biology, Environmental Science or a related field of study
is required. A Masters degree in a similar field is preferred. Working
knowledge of Microsoft Word, Windows 98, Excel and Arc View are
required. Knowledge of the Central California ecosystems and
agricultural practices, threats to the landscape and regionally
appropriate conservation and restoration methods are required.

Applicant must have the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Applicant must
have the ability work outdoors in wildland settings, which may include
exposure to insects and wildlife, temperature extremes, and inclement
weather.

Applicant should be a team player with an ability to work with staff,
board members and local landowners who have a diverse range of
backgrounds, motivations and interests. A valid driver's license and
liability insurance is required. To perform the assigned duties, the
employee will be required to work a mixture of evening and day hours, in
the field and in the office. The regular work time will be 8-5, Monday
through Friday, with occasional night and weekend obligations.
Compensation: $42,000 - $48,000/yr DOE
How to Apply:
E-mail resume and cover letter to Jodie.Salz@ca.nacdnet.net or fax to
(707) 678-5001. Open until filled.
All applications must include the following:
1. A one or two page resume;
2. A brief cover letter (2-3 paragraphs) explaining your interest(s) in
this position and how it relates to your knowledge, experience and
career plans;
3. The contact information for three professional references.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Candidates will be evaluated without discrimination for any non-merit
reason such as race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin,
politics, marital status, or physical handicap.

Solano Resource Conservation District: Executive Director

admin — 2008-06-10T05:53:22Z

Introduction:
The employer is the Board of Directors of the Solano Resource
Conservation District, and day to day supervision will be by the Board
of Directors. The title of the position is Executive Director. The
position is a full-time exempt position with medical, dental and vision
benefits. Retirement benefits furnished upon completion of a six (6)
month probationary period. Employment at the SRCD is employment
at-will. Employment at-will may be terminated with or without cause and
with or without notice at any time by the employee or the District.

Location:
This position is located in the Dixon Field Office of the USDA Natural
Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Solano County California.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Examples of these duties include, but are not limited to:

* Provide staff support for all District Board and Committee
meetings;

* Provide leadership and direction to all staff members including
participating in the hiring of all District staff, providing general
guidance for program implementation, and conducting annual staff
evaluations and reviews;

* Oversee the District's financial record keeping and budget
management, including preparing the annual work plan and budget,
overseeing the implementation of all grants, directed action contracts,
and mitigation projects, and identifying and securing sources of funding
necessary to secure District operating funds and implement projects;

* Oversee the maintenance and upgrading of all District facilities
including District offices, Conservation Education Center, nursery and
greenhouse buildings, and four-bay storage facility;

* Identify Solano County projects that impact the interests of the
District (agriculture, open space, wildlife, residential development,
and flood control) and provide CEQA review of these projects;

* Coordinate and expand the Dixon-Solano Water Quality Coalition,
including serving as a liaison between State and regional water quality
boards and providing general program guidance and improvement in
coordination with Dixon Resource Conservation District;

* Track local, state and federal laws that affect conservation
work within the District and keep the Board informed on these issues.
Where appropriate, respond with District viewpoint on pending
legislation, regulation, or government programs;

* Collaborate with other local conservation partners to facilitate
decision making and policy setting activities in the greater Solano
County region and coordinate District involvement and assistance in a
variety of programs and activities with NRCS and other resource
agencies.

Qualifications:

A Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in Ecology,
Agriculture, Biology, Environmental Science or a related field of study
is required. An advanced degree in a similar field is strongly
preferred. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Windows 98, Excel,
QuickBooks and Arc View are required. Knowledge of the Central
California ecosystems and agricultural practices, threats to the
landscape and regionally appropriate conservation and restoration
methods is required. A minimum of five years of management experience
in a similar field is required. Experience working with a Board of
Directors and multiple partner organizations is strongly preferred.

Applicant should be a team player with an ability to work with staff,
board members and local landowners who have a diverse range of
backgrounds, motivations and interests. An applicant that is willing to
assist in project implementation, including restoration field work and
youth education, as needed, is highly desired. A valid driver's license
and liability insurance is required. To perform the assigned duties, the
employee will be required to work a mixture of evening and day hours, in
the field and in the office. The regular work time will be 8-5 Monday
through Friday with occasional night and weekend obligations.

Compensation: Base salary of $65,000-$75,000/yr DOE

How to Apply:
E-mail resume and cover letter to Jodie.Salz@ca.nacdnet.net or fax to
(707) 678-5001. Open until filled.

All applications must include the following:
1. A one or two page resume;
2. A brief cover letter (2-3 paragraphs) explaining your interest(s) in
this position and how it relates to your knowledge, experience and
career plans;
3. Contact information for three professional references.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Candidates will be evaluated without discrimination for any non-merit
reason such as race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin,
politics, marital status, or physical handicap.

Point Reyes National Seashore Association: Executive Director

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Executive Director , Point Reyes National Seashore Association
Point Reyes National Seashore Association (PRNSA) works in cooperation with the National Park Service to preserve the natural beauty of Point Reyes and to educate the public about the Park and its wildlife. Please see http://www.ptreyes.org/ for more information.

PRNSA’s ideal candidate for the executive director position is an experienced manager who has successfully worked in partnerships, engaged in fundraising with foundations and major donors, has excellent interpersonal skills, and is committed to protecting the environment.

Please see full announcement at http://www.ptreyes.org/ to apply. First-round applications of cover letter and resume must be received by Tuesday July 1 sent to prnsa.edsearch@compasspoint.org (no calls please). Position open until filled.

Executive Transitions, a program of CompassPoint Nonprofit Services, is conducting this search on behalf of Point Reyes National Seashore.

Marin County Department of Parks and Open Space: Planning and Resources Chief

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PLANNING & RESOURCES CHIEF
MARIN COUNTY (San Rafael)
Up to $112,195 year

The Marin County Department of Parks and Open Space is seeking a strong leader who is team-oriented to work in a dynamic professional atmosphere. Under the general direction of the Deputy Director of Administration, the Planning & Resources Chief directs and manages parks and open space planning, development and acquisition activities and provides technical assistance to the Department and the Marin County Parks and Open Space Commission. Duties include: administer the acquisition and preservation of land and trails, and the planning of parks, open space, and trails; manage the preparation of site evaluations, acquisition studies, feasibility studies, master plans, land management plans and policy development; manage the Department CIP which includes preparation of land and facility improvement plans, construction drawings, specifications and cost estimates; coordinate the work of consultants, other county departments, community groups and others on planning and acquisition projects; manage efforts to secure grants and other project funding; represent the department at public and private meetings; act as department liaison to special interest groups and the public; assist with development of the department’s annual budget and performance plan.

The ideal candidate possesses 6-8 years of increasingly responsible professional experience in park/open space planning, land acquisition, and capital improvement planning; 5 years of management/administrative level experience; proven leadership skills; excellent knowledge of the conservation field with specialization in land preservation tools and methods; knowledge of the principles and practices of parks and open space work and local government; ability to lead a team through implementation of a multi-year capital improvement plan; strong relationship-building and negotiation skills.

Requirements: A combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from college with a major in landscape architecture, resource management or conservation, land use planning, environmental planning, real estate or closely related field and four years of increasingly responsible professional experience in park/open space planning, land acquisition, capital improvement planning and a minimum of one year at a supervisory level. Additional graduate level courses in landscape architecture, land use planning, environmental planning or closely related fields may substitute for up to one year of the experience requirement.

Filing deadline 6/25/08 @ 5:00PM. Apply online at www.co.marin.ca.us/Jobs or contact HR Dept, RM 403, 3501 Civic Center Dr, San Rafael, CA 94903 or call (415)499-6185. EEO/AAE/TTY

San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory: Executive Director (75% Time)

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Executive Director
(Part-time position)

Milpitas, California

The San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory is seeking a visionary leader with a successful track record to lead our growing organization.

The Bird Observatory is a small non-profit organization with 5 permanent full-time staff members and an annual budget of $400,000. SFBBO has 26 years of experience conducting avian research in the San Francisco Bay Area. Our research contributes to land management decisions that address local conservation challenges of concern to resource agencies, policymakers, and California citizens. In addition to riparian research and breeding population studies of colonial water birds and California Gulls, we participate in the South Bay Salt Pond Science Team and the San Francisco Bay Area Upland Habitat Goals Focus Teams. Through our Outreach program, we actively provide opportunities for people to be directly involved in the natural history and science of the San Francisco Bay Area, expanding their appreciation for the local environment. The Bird Observatory has a team of 100 long-standing, dedicated volunteers who greatly enhance the reach of our science.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Fundraising and Development
• Develop and implement a sustainable, diversified fundraising plan
• Maintain and build upon current funding sources including grants, contracts, and donations
• Identify and develop new revenue sources including a major donor campaign
• Develop, support, and coordinate a capital campaign program
• Develop and support grant and contract applications

Organizational Development
• Manage the development and implementation of strategic plans
• Communicate organizational vision to partners and the community
• Oversee and implement a plan for ongoing evaluation of the organization’s effectiveness
• Develop and implement program structures and policies to support the organizational mission
• Provide leadership for fostering collaborative relationships throughout the organization and the Bird Observatory’s partners

Program Development, Administration, and Evaluation
• Provide leadership, direction, and support for the staff/organization
• Promote an organizational culture/structure that fosters cooperation, communication, teamwork, and trust
• Ensure compliance with all organizational and legal requirements for hiring and employment practices
• Provide for development activities that upgrade staff skills, motivate performance, and promote staff retention
• Hire, train, and supervise staff and independent contractors
• Conduct annual staff performance reviews

Fiscal Management
• Prepare monthly finance reports for the Board of Directors (Board) and supervise audits, expenditure reports, and other requested fiscal reports for the Board
• Supervise finance staff and coordinate the management of financial and administrative procedures to maintain fiscally sound programs and accounting systems
• Prepare an annual budget and development plans to meet the financial needs of programs and administrative operations
• Regularly track the performance against the budget to ensure that the financial goals are achieved, cash flow is maintained, and the financial reserve is increased
• Adhere to Generally Accepted Accounting Principals and Checks and Balances as outlined in the Financial Policy

Community Relations
• Proactively market and promote the Bird Observatory’s mission and supporting services to the media and community
• Serve as the primary representative of the organization at fundraising events, technical meetings, and public outreach events as directed by the Board
• Communicate organizational vision to a variety of stakeholders including partner organizations, foundations, resource agencies, and members of the community
• Cultivate and sustain collaborative partnerships with partner organizations and resource agencies in the conservation field

Board Support
• Provide advice, and help facilitate policy development and change, to assist the Board with organizational support and development
• Maintain standards and structure for appropriate and effective communication between the Board and staff
• Provide the Board with pertinent and timely information for decision making and organizational evaluation
• Assist Board leadership to recruit, orient, train and mobilize new board members to support the mission
• Facilitate operations and provide staffing as appropriate for Board committees

QUALIFICATIONS

Successful applicants will have the following qualifications:
• Two to five years of experience with non-profit management
• A Bachelors Degree is required; an advanced degree (M.S., Ph.D) is desired
• Passion for conservation science; familiarity or experience with avian ecology preferred
• Successful grant writing and fundraising experience
• Demonstrated organizational leadership and team development skills
• Successful experience networking and building collaborative partnerships
• Effective communication and facilitation skills
• Energy, enthusiasm, patience, and a sense of humor

Ideal candidates will have experience in these additional areas:
• Financial management experience, including budgeting and contract monitoring
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills as applicable to the overall organization strategy and the fine detail of everyday management

Salary range: $52,000 - $55,000 for 75% time (expect to spend a minimum of 3 days/week in the office) depending on qualifications and experience, plus a competitive benefits package.

To apply, please submit both a cover letter and resume to ExecutiveSearch@sfbbo.org no later than June 19, 2008. Qualified candidates may be asked to complete a phone interview and successful candidates will be invited for an in-person interview.

For additional organizational information, please see our website at: www.sfbbo.org.

San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory: Science Programs Director

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The San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory is seeking a strong science leader with the ability to grow and manage our science programs. The Science Programs Director will be responsible for fundraising, program and staff development, and cultivating a network of partners among community leaders, state and federal agencies, and private partners. The Science Programs Director will be responsible for managing key projects in our Landbirds and Waterbirds Programs such as the Coyote Creek Field Station long-term banding station, the Upland Habitat Goals Focus Teams, our long term involvement with the San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge on the South Bay Salt Ponds Project, and a study of the effects of California Gulls at landfills on nesting success of federally protected birds.

The Bird Observatory is a small non-profit organization with 5 permanent full-time staff members and an annual budget of $400,000 located in Milpitas in the heart of the South San Francisco Bay Area. SFBBO has 26 years of experience conducting avian research in the San Francisco Bay Area. Our research contributes to land management decisions that address local conservation challenges of concern to resource agencies, policymakers, and California citizens. In addition to riparian research and breeding population studies of colonial water birds and California Gulls, we participate in the South Bay Salt Pond Science Team and the San Francisco Bay Area Upland Habitat Goals Focus Teams. Through our Outreach program, we actively provide opportunities for people to be directly involved in the natural history and science of the San Francisco Bay Area, expanding their appreciation for the local environment. The Bird Observatory has a team of 100 long-standing, dedicated volunteers who greatly enhance the reach of our science.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Actively pursuing funding opportunities through grants and contracts
• Managing existing grants and contracts
• Mentoring, development, and evaluation of technical staff; overseeing Landbirds and Waterbirds Program Supervisors
• Directing the publication of bird observatory studies in peer-reviewed outlets
• Representing the bird observatory at professional conferences
• Supporting our mission through program development and tracking
• Networking with partners for professional visibility
• Coordinating volunteer management and training for technical assistance with the Outreach Programs Coordinator and Science Program staff

QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced degree in biology, ornithology, or related field (Ph.D. a plus)
• Grant and contract development experience
• Team building and mentoring experience
• Staff training experience related to standard ornithological methods (bird banding, point counts, nest searching)
• Experience with experimental design and statistical analyses for bird banding and count data
• Technical writing and publication experience
• Collaborative partnership experience with state and federal agencies and private foundations

Salary range: $45,000 - $50,000 depending on qualifications and experience including a competitive benefits package including 15 paid time off days to start.

To apply, please submit both a cover letter and resume, to ExecutiveSearch@sfbbo.org no later than July 11, 2008. Please include “Science Programs Director Search” in subject line.

For additional organizational information, please see our website at: www.sfbbo.org.

Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation and Open Space District: Associate Open Space Planner

admin — 2008-05-20T19:14:15Z

POSTED May 16, 2008

THE SONOMA COUNTY AGRICULTURAL
PRESERVATION & OPEN SPACE DISTRICT

An Equal Opportunity Employer

INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF:

ASSOCIATE OPEN SPACE PLANNER

$28.87-35.09 Hourly
Final Filing Date: June 16, 2008

Position Information

This is a significant opportunity with the Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation & Open Space district, one of the nation’s leading open space conservation programs. The Associate Open Space Planner plays an important role in the district’s Conservation Program team. One of the primary purposes of this team is to protect additional land through outright purchase or conservation easement.

Under direction, the Associate Open Space Planner performs professional planning, research and analysis and prepares and presents planning studies and reports related to open space land acquisition efforts. More specifically, the Associate Open Space Planner will work with landowners, partner organizations and agencies to protect lands primarily with conservation easements. This will include establishing the conservation values and purpose of the project with regard to the District’s acquisition plan, negotiating the terms of and drafting conservation easement language to protect these values, and preparing staff reports and PowerPoint presentations for public meetings of the Citizen’s Advisory Committee, Open Space Authority, and Board of Directors. This is a full-time position.

The District is seeking an ideal candidate who has:

• A passion for conserving land and natural resources for the benefit of future generations
• Experience working with public agencies and non-profit organizations in land use planning and/or land and natural resource conservation
• Demonstrated ability to exercise effective leadership in furtherance of program goals, objectives and strategic initiatives
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with co-workers, government officials, federal, state and local agencies, community groups and the general public
• Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to exercise initiative, good judgment and tact
• Understanding of emerging public policy issues affecting land use and land preservation, including habitat protection; water resources and watershed management; and climate change
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to make presentations before boards, committees and citizen's groups

In addition to the salary listed above, this position enjoys the generous benefit package provided to employees including the 1937 Act retirement plan fully integrated with Social Security, deferred compensation, health and welfare benefits, domestic partner benefits, paid time off, and management benefit allowance.

About The District

The Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation and Open Space District permanently protects the diverse agricultural, natural resource, and scenic open space lands of Sonoma County for future generations. Created in 1990 by Sonoma County voters, the District has protected over 72,000 acres of land to date through conservation easements and outright purchase. The District is a county-wide dependent special district funded by a voter-approved quarter cent sales tax with the Board of Supervisors serving ex officio as the District Board of Directors. 1n 2006, voters reauthorized the sales tax for another 20 years through 2031. The District was recently recognized for conservation excellence by the National Association of Counties and the Trust for
Public Land. Learn more about the Sonoma County
Agricultural Preservation and Open Space District at http://www.sonomaopenspace.org/

OUR MISSION: The District permanently preserves the diverse agricultural, natural resource and scenic open space lands of Sonoma County for future generations.

About The Region

Located less than an hour's drive north of San Francisco, Sonoma County combines in one location the beautiful Pacific Coastline, award winning wineries, majestic redwoods, historic towns, fine dining, and a wide variety of entertainment and cultural activities.

Famed horticulturist Luther Burbank described the Sonoma County region as “the chosen spot of all
this earth as far as Nature is concerned.”

Sonoma County is the largest county in the North Bay, covering approximately 1,600 square miles, and home to over 475,000 residents. It has a strong and diverse agricultural economy and a commitment to preserving its farmland and open space. Santa Rosa, with a population of over 155,000, is the County seat and center of government, commerce, and medical facilities. Santa Rosa and the County's eight other incorporated cities each maintain a small-town feel, despite ongoing growth. Excellent health care services are available at several acute care hospitals, a trauma center, and a wide variety of specialty medical facilities. Fine educational institutions, including Santa Rosa Junior College and Sonoma State University, and local schools that rank considerably better in the Academic Performance Index than the state as a whole, further contribute to Sonoma County's exceptional quality of life.

For local community information, please click here: Sonoma County Connections, Santa Rosa Chamber of Commerce.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience which provides an opportunity to acquire the listed knowledge and abilities. Typically this would include:

Education: Bachelor's Degree, with major course work in planning, geography, environmental studies, resource management, landscape architecture or other related fields.

Experience: Two years of experience as an Open Space Technician with the District or three years of professional planning experience in open space, parks, environmental protection, land use, or other related fields. GIS skills are highly desirable.

License: Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level, including necessary special endorsements, as required by the State of California to perform the essential job functions of the position.

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of: the principles and practices of land use, natural resource management, site and environmental planning; pertinent federal, state and local laws and ordinances related to land use, planning, zoning and environmental protection; principles of research and statistics pertaining to the analysis and documentation.

Working knowledge of: agricultural, natural resource and conservation practices; computer applications for the preparation of research, analysis and documentation.

Ability to: conduct open space planning activities and projects; understand and interpret various title reports, boundary descriptions, deed restrictions and legal issues; research and analyze data pertaining to a variety of open space planning matters and develop effective courses of action; present ideas and concepts graphically and visually; work well with others; excellent verbal and written communication skills; exercise independent judgment on diverse assignments; make presentations before boards and citizen's groups; use a personal computer, including word processing and database applications.

Selection Procedure

Application Instructions

The information contained in the application and responses to the supplemental questions at the end of this job announcement will be evaluated and taken into consideration throughout the employment process. Applicants should list all employers and positions held within the last ten years in the work history section of your application and be as thorough as possible when responding to the supplemental questions. You may include history beyond ten years if related to the position for which you are applying. If you held multiple positions with one employer, please list each position separately. Failure to comply with these instructions may impact your competitiveness in this process or may result in disqualification.

PLEASE RESPOND TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS AT THE END OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT.

Application materials and responses to the supplemental questions in this job announcement will be reviewed by the Agricultural Preservation & Open Space District. Candidates who possess the most appropriate job-related qualifications will be invited for an interview.

Selection interviews are scheduled for June 24 or 26, 2008. Final interviews will take place on July 1 if necessary.

Additional Information

A background investigation is required prior to employment. Candidates referred to the District for a selection interview are typically required to sign authorization and release forms enabling such an investigation. Failure to sign prescribed forms will result in the candidate not being considered further for that vacancy. Information provided by references will not be made available to applicants.

Additionally, a pre-employment medical examination, including a drug and alcohol screening, will be required prior to employment.

Paper applications may be submitted in person, fax (707-565-3770), e-mail, or through the mail. All applications and appropriate supplemental information as outlined in the job bulletin must be RECEIVED by midnight of the date specified on the first page of this job announcement. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted.

TO APPLY ONLINE, VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT
www.sonoma-county.org/hr.

RETURN PAPER EMPLOYMENT APPLICATIONS AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE ANSWERS TO:
575 Administration Drive Suite 116B
Santa Rosa, CA 95403 (707) 565-2331

AGRICULTURAL PRESERVATION & OPEN SPACE DISTRICT ASSOCIATE OPEN SPACE PLANNER

The Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation and Open Space District is committed to a policy and actively pursues a program of equal employment and non-discrimination.

Supplemental Questionnaire

The following questions have been designed to assist you in presenting your qualifications for this position. Your answers to these questions will be thoroughly evaluated in order to determine the most suitably qualified applicants to continue in the selection process. It is expected that you will be as complete and specific as possible. A resume may be submitted but will NOT be accepted in lieu of a completed supplemental questionnaire. Applications submitted without a completed supplemental questionnaire will not be considered for further evaluation.

Required Format for Responses

The total length of your responses to the Questionnaire must not exceed three, single-spaced, typewritten pages.

Certification and Acknowledgements

By submitting your application packet, you are certifying that the following is true and correct: I am the author of the responses to the examination questions, and I am submitting an accurate representation of my abilities. I understand that all information I have provided on all documents is subject to verification. Submitting information that is false, inaccurate, or incomplete to the extent that it misrepresents the facts may result in my disqualification, ineligibility, or separation from employment. I understand that the documents I submit may be forwarded to
District management that is making the selections from the eligible list resulting from this examination. I have read the above instructions and information, and certify that I have complied with these instructions.

Yes No

1. Please describe an environmental or resource planning project which demonstrates your knowledge of research methodologies, your ability to conduct thorough site analyses and evaluation, and field experience. If you do not have any such experience, please write "n/a".

2. Please identify a particular project or assignment for which you were responsible which involved coordinating with several interest groups and individuals to formulate a policy or program. Specify how you were able to facilitate discussion and address competing goals or objectives among the parties. If you do not have any such experience, please write "n/a".

3. Please describe your experience providing staff assistance to a governing board or advisory body to explain a specific project, including identifying critical issues and alternatives. Describe how you prepared and presented this information to the governing board or advisory body. If you do not have any such experience, please write "n/a".

Acterra: San Francisquito Watershed Council Project Director

admin — 2008-05-19T17:21:09Z

Job Announcement
San Francisquito Watershed Project Director

(Full-Time Position)

If you have been searching for a leadership position in an organization in which your ideas not only get heard but also make a difference, then you may be the San Francisquito Watershed Project Director that Acterra is seeking. This is a wonderful opportunity for the right person to take a 15-year-old community legacy to the next exciting level.

The San Francisquito Watershed Project (SFWP) is a program of Acterra devoted to fostering awareness, protection and preservation of San Francisquito Creek and the watershed that supports it. San Francisquito Creek is one of the few free-flowing, un-channelized streams in the SF Bay Area, and is a cherished community and environmental resource. Its watershed, encompassing some 45 square miles, drains into the SF Bay estuary and provides vital riparian and aquatic habitat for native flora and fauna. The SFWP works to restore riparian and aquatic habitats, reduce flood impacts and improve water quality. This group has a strong track record of fostering cooperation among various stakeholders, building long-lasting relationships in local communities and implementing on-the-ground restoration projects in the watershed performed by hundreds of volunteers.

Under the supervision of Acterra’s Stewardship Director, the SFWP Director is responsible for:

Organizational leadership:
• Public outreach on behalf of the SFWP: representing the SFWP to public agencies, the press, volunteers and the general public.
• Providing technical information for projects related to watershed stewardship and developing contacts among those working in local watersheds.

Project and Financial Administration:

• Planning and executing work in the following program areas: volunteer workdays (habitat restoration and creek clean-up), Streamkeepers, invasive plant removal.
• Collaborating with the public entities in the watershed on ways to expand the volunteer workdays and Streamkeepers programs into new communities / projects.
• Coordinating with agencies and landowners to secure permits / permissions for projects in the watershed.
• Working with Acterra’s Native Plant Nursery to plan and coordinate native planting workdays.
• Assuming primary responsibility for sustaining the SFWP financially, including developing the annual project budget with Acterra.
• Securing grants to support the project’s efforts and monitoring the activities to assure all grant deliverables are completed, reported, and billed for on time.
• Monitoring overall expenditures against the project budget with assistance from Acterra’s Stewardship Director and business manager.

Skill Set:

• Ability to work well with and meaningfully engage people from a variety of backgrounds.
• Excellent management skills, including supervision of volunteers.
• Ability to manage grants and raise funds.
• Ability to prepare and manage a budget.
• Ability to track and manage long-term and short-term tasks and activities.
• Organization skills, ability to anticipate and meet deadlines in a timely manner.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills. Macintosh computer skills a plus.
• Knowledge of riparian and aquatic ecosystems is a plus.
• Knowledge of San Francisquito Creek is a plus.

Compensation:

The salary is $45,000 to $48,000 a year plus health/dental insurance, paid holidays, sick leave and vacation time.

To Apply:

Applications accepted until the position is filled. Position Start Date: May 2008
The current Director will be leaving later this spring and the goal is to fill the position as soon as possible in order to provide proper training to the next Director. If interested, please email or mail a cover letter explaining why you are interested, your resume and three professional references to:

Sheri Lubin, Stewardship Program Director
Acterra
3921 East Bayshore Road
Palo Alto, CA 94303
SheriL@acterra.org

Bay Area Ridge Trail Council: Development Manager

admin — 2008-05-16T18:43:16Z

Job Announcement
Development Manager

Bay Area Ridge Trail Council
Presidio, San Francisco

Overview
The Bay Area Ridge Trail Council, located in the magnificent San Francisco Presidio, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit created to plan, build and promote a 550+ mile trail for hikers, equestrians, mountain bicyclists and outdoor enthusiasts on the ridgelines around San Francisco Bay. The Ridge Trail connects people and communities to each other and to close-to-home recreation and natural open spaces. Ultimately, it will connect over 75 parks and open spaces. This year, we celebrate the 20th anniversary of our founding with over 310 miles of trail open for people to enjoy today and forever.

The Council works in close partnership with public agencies, land trusts, landowners and local advocates in nine Bay Area counties to complete the Ridge Trail. Our work is supported by individual donors and foundation, corporate, and government grants.

Position
The Development Manager is responsible for creating, managing, and executing all facets of the Council’s development program, including fundraising from individuals, foundations and corporations. The Development Manager provides direct support for the Executive Director and the Board on major gifts and appeals, coordinates the donor database and gift acknowledgement process with the Office Manager, and helps manage and coordinate trail and fundraising events with other staff. The successful candidate has an exciting opportunity to solidify and grow the Council’s development program.

The Council has staff of 6.5, a board of 28, and an annual operating budget of $900,000.

Responsibilities
• Creates the Council’s comprehensive annual development plan and integrates development activities with the Council’s programs.
• Manages the cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of members. Manages communications with donors, including appeals and special updates.
• Analyzes results of our acquisition and renewal efforts, communications and member services; and recommends and implements changes to optimize results.
• In conjunction with the Executive Director and volunteers, coordinates and makes solicitation and cultivation calls to donors and prospective donors.
• Researches foundation and corporate prospects, maintains grant schedule, coordinates with the Executive Director and program staff to develop.
• Plans and coordinates member and donor events in conjunction with Office Manager, Field Directors, part-time Volunteer Coordinator and Executive Director.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
• At least 3-5 years related development experience and demonstrated fundraising success. Prior work with environmental organization desirable.
• Ability to think strategically, set priorities, meet deadlines and work collaboratively.
• Superior organizational skills,
• Ability to cultivate positive relationships with staff, donors, board members and volunteers.
• Strong leadership ability and a proven capacity to motivate, build, and support an effective team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks gracefully.
• Strong database and computer skills. Familiarity with Filemaker Pro a plus.
• Experience/ aptitude using web technology for outreach and to engage volunteers and Board members highly desirable.
• Driver’s license and ownership or access to a motor vehicle.

Compensation and Benefits
The Ridge Trail Council offers a competitive salary, commensurate with experience. This is a full-time exempt position with generous medical, vacation and retirement benefits. Position available immediately and until filled. The Council is an equal opportunity employer.

To Apply
Please send a cover letter, resume, writing sample and salary objectives to ed@ridgetrail.org or:
Executive Director
Bay Area Ridge Trail Council
1007 General Kennedy Avenue, Suite 3
San Francisco, CA 94129

For more information about the Bay Area Ridge Trail Council, please visit our website at www.ridgetrail.org

Solano Land Trust: Executive Director

admin — 2008-05-07T01:43:56Z

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Fairfield, CA
May 1, 2008

THE OPPORTUNITY
The Solano Land Trust, a nonprofit land conservation organization protecting agricultural and open space lands in Solano County, is seeking an exceptional individual to serve as its EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR. The executive director will provide the vision, leadership, strategy, and management to move the organization forward into its third decade of work preserving rural and natural landscapes. The Executive Director will work with a broad coalition of ranchers, farmers, open space advocates, scientists, private land owners and public sector leaders to preserve farmlands, ranchlands and open space in Solano County.

ABOUT SOLANO LAND TRUST
Solano Land Trust is a private non-profit organization whose mission is the preservation of agricultural lands, open space, and resources through the acquisition of land and conservation easements, education, and land management.
Founded in 1986 as the Solano County Farmlands and Open Space Foundation, the group changed its name in 2004 to the Solano Land Trust. The Solano Land Trust was established as a result of litigation involving open space advocates, land developers and a municipal government. This unusual genesis created a board that reflects all sides of land-use issues united in the mission to preserve the agricultural lands and natural landscapes of Solano County. Using innovative, non-confrontational techniques, SLT has permanently protected 19,403 acres of natural areas and agricultural lands to date.
Our anchor properties at Jepson Prairie Preserve, King-Swett Ranches, Lynch Canyon and Rush Ranch represent the rich and varied landscape that makes Solano County unique. From rare vernal pools to tidal marsh wetlands to rolling serpentine grasslands, our properties serve an important role in preserving these habitats for residents in the local community, the Greater Bay Area and all of California.

Working in close partnership with landowners, state and federal agencies, the UC Natural Reserve System, National Estuarine Research Reserve System, livestock operators, nonprofits and our many dedicated volunteers, Solano Land Trust protects and preserves Solano County’s farmland, ranchland, and open space for future generations SLT owns over 10,000 acres of land in Solano County and has placed conservation easements on more than 8,000 acres. The operating budget and staff have grown significantly in recent years. The organization has an annual operating budget of $2-3 million, staff of eleven, 13 member board of directors and over 140 dedicated volunteers.

Numerous new conservation easement and land acquisitions projects are in various stages of development. SLT has just opened a nature center at our Rush Ranch open space in the Suisun Marsh. We have plans either approved or underway for management of habitat and public access on our properties. We are in year-one of a three-year agreement with Solano County to manage public access at our 1,038-acre Lynch Canyon Open Space. Our updated website won a 2007 Award for Outstanding Achievement from the Web Marketing Association. To learn more about SLT, visit www.solanolandtrust.org.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Executive Director is the chief executive officer of the land trust, and provides the inspiration, leadership and direction to achieve ambitious organizational goals in a complex environment. The executive director maximizes the organization’s strengths, increases its visibility, builds and stewards strong partnerships with diverse stakeholders, and ensures the financial integrity and sustainability of the organization. The executive director oversees all land trust programs, including acquisition of conservation easements, land stewardship, open space access and education.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Vision and Strategy
The Executive Director provides leadership to the board, staff, volunteers, docents and other stakeholders in implementing the vision and mission of the land trust. The Executive Director partners with the board in developing, implementing and monitoring a long range strategic plan for the organization.

Resource Development and Stakeholder Relations
The Executive Director works closely with the development director, board members and volunteers to leverage connections, maximize fund development and diversify funding sources. S/he serves as a role model for reaching out to and working collaboratively with staff, the Board of Directors and its many subcommittees, volunteers and docents, partners, the farming and business communities and the general public. S/he staffs the Board of Directors and the Executive Committee as well as attends/supports the Investment Committee, the Audit Committee, the Ag Conservation Easement Committee, the Fundraising Committee, and the Habitat and Open Space Transactions Committee.

Financial Management
The Executive Director ensures the long-term financial health and stability of the land trust by actively guiding fund-raising and legacy programs, grant-writing, grazing license, endowment and other revenue-generating activities. The Executive Director also oversees preparation and monitoring of annual budgets and writes the accompanying annual budget narrative.

Human Resource Management
The Executive Director supports staff and sustains an organizational culture of accountability, opportunity and professional development. S/he develops personnel policies and compensation strategies, and ensures compliance with applicable laws and regulations. S/he regularly assesses and refines the organization’s structure and staffing model to ensure program effectiveness and operational capacity. S/he supports volunteer recruitment, recognition and retention.

Organizational Management
The Executive Director ensures that programs, operations, and professional image are supported by sufficient technology, field and business infrastructure. S/he ensures that the organization meets and exceeds all regulations and reporting requirements from government entities and other stakeholders.

QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate will have a deep commitment to and passion for the preservation of agricultural and open space land and the valuable resources they hold. S/he will be a proven leader with experience managing staff and growing revenue in a complex organization.

The successful candidate could come from the nonprofit, government, agricultural or business sector, but must demonstrate a deep knowledge of nonprofit structures and practices. This person must also have an affinity for complex negotiations and business transactions, and the proven ability to forge strong partnerships with people and organizations with opposing views or priorities.

Specific skills and experience include:

• Significant experience as an executive director or senior manager in a non-profit, governmental or for-profit organization is required.
• Demonstrated ability to build and lead effective teams of diverse individuals in a variety of settings is required.
• Knowledge or experience with agriculture, rangeland management or land stewardship is highly desired.
• Experience with real estate transactions and/or complex legal transactions is preferred.
• Ability to successfully raise money from individuals, corporations and foundations is required.
• Competency in performing and reviewing complex writing assignments, such as grant applications, policies, strategic plans, contracts and studies is required.
• Proven public speaking and motivational skills are required.
• Personal knowledge of and relationships within Solano County are highly desired.

Interested parties should contact Leyna Bernstein, The CBO Center
(510) 381-4356 or leyna@cbocenter.org by May 30

Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation and Open Space District: Assistant General Manager

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Position Information

OUR MISSION

The District permanently preserves the diverse agricultural, natural resource and scenic open space lands of Sonoma County for future generations.

About The District
The Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation and Open Space District permanently protects the diverse agricultural, natural resource, and scenic open space lands of Sonoma County for future generations. Created in 1990 by Sonoma County voters, the District has protected over 72,000 acres of land to date through conservation easements and outright purchase. The District is a county-wide dependent special district funded by a voter-approved quarter cent sales tax with the Board of Supervisors serving ex officio as the District Board of Directors. 1n 2006, voters reauthorized the sales tax for another 20 years through 2031. The District was recently recognized for conservation excellence by the National Association of Counties and the Trust for Public Land. Learn more about the Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation and Open Space District at http://www.sonomaopenspace.org/

This is a significant opportunity to play a key leadership role with the Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation & Open Space District, one of the nation’s leading open space conservation programs. The Assistant General Manager (AGM) will be responsible for overseeing significant conservation programs of the District including land management and stewardship; natural resources planning and management; governmental affairs and public relations; grants; and administrative services.

The AGM will have considerable responsibility for developing new conservation partnerships at the local, state and federal levels to advance the District’s mission and strategic vision; directing policy development; managing project planning and implementation; developing budgets and work plans; serving as a liaison to various public, non-profit, and advisory groups and agencies; and supervising staff. This is a full-time position.

The District is seeking an ideal candidate who has:
• A passion for conserving land and natural resources for the benefit of future generations
• Significant experience working with public agencies and non-profit organizations in operations and management of land and natural resources
• Demonstrated ability to exercise effective leadership in furtherance of program goals, objectives and strategic initiatives
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with management teams, staff, government officials, federal, state and local agencies, community groups and the general public
• Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to exercise initiative, good judgment and tact
• Understanding of emerging public policy issues affecting land use and land preservation, including habitat protection; water resources and watershed management; and climate change
• Effective management of staff and teams to complete projects on deadline
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to make presentations before boards, committees and citizen's groups

In addition to the salary listed above, this position enjoys the generous benefit package provided to management employees including 1937 Act retirement plan fully integrated with Social Security, deferred compensation, health and welfare benefits, domestic partner benefits, paid time off, and management benefit allowance.

Any combination of education and experience which provides an opportunity to acquire the listed knowledge and abilities. Typically this would include:

Education: Graduation from a college or university with coursework in planning, geography, environmental studies, resource management, landscape architecture, architecture, or other related fields.

Experience: Six years of increasingly responsible planning and/or land preservation experience in open space parks, environmental protection, land use or other related field, including at least two years in a supervisory, administrative or project management capacity.

License: Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level, including necessary special endorsements, as required by the State of California to perform the essential job functions of the position.

Knowledge and Abilities

Considerable knowledge of: the principles and practices of land conservation, natural resource management, use, site and environmental planning; pertinent federal, state and local laws and ordinances related to land use, planning, zoning, and environmental protection; principles of research and statistics pertaining to the analysis of planning data; grant application and administrative procedures.

Working knowledge of: principles and practices of supervision, training, performance evaluation, project management, and policy development.

Ability to: direct, coordinate and conduct open space planning and acquisition activities and projects; direct, assign and review the work of other staff and contractors; recommend and implement goals, objectives, and practices for providing effective and efficient open space and land use planning and acquisition services; understand and interpret various title reports, boundary descriptions, deed restrictions and legal issues; assist General Manager in developing and administering contracts and grants; review proposed projects which may impact District lands, goals, and interests and make detailed recommendations for appropriate response; research and analyze data pertaining to a variety of open space planning matters and develop effective courses of action; establish and maintain effective cooperative relationships with people encountered in the course of work including staff, private consultants, contractors, public officials, and the general public; perform analytical work carefully and accurately; speak and write clearly, concisely and effectively; exercise independent judgment on diverse assignments; make presentations before boards and citizen groups; use a personal computer, including word processing applications.

Located less than an hour's drive north of San Francisco, Sonoma County combines in one location the beautiful Pacific Coastline, award winning wineries, majestic redwoods, historic towns, fine dining, and a wide variety of entertainment and cultural activities.

Sonoma County is the largest county in the North Bay, covering approximately 1,600 square miles, and home to over 475,000 residents. It has a strong and diverse agricultural economy and a commitment to preserving its farmland and open space. Santa Rosa, with a population of over 155,000, is the County seat and center of government, commerce, and medical facilities. Santa Rosa and the County's seven other incorporated cities each maintain a small-town feel, despite ongoing growth. Excellent health care services are available at several acute care hospitals, a trauma center, and a wide variety of specialty medical facilities. Fine educational institutions, including Santa Rosa Junior College and Sonoma State University, and local schools that rank considerably better in the Academic Performance Index than the state as a whole, further contribute to Sonoma County's exceptional quality of life.

For local community information, please click here: Sonoma County Connections, Santa Rosa Chamber of Commerce.

Application Instructions

The information contained in the application and responses to the supplemental questions at the end of this job announcement will be evaluated and taken into consideration throughout the employment process. Applicants should list all employers and positions held within the last ten years in the work history section of your application and be as thorough as possible when responding to the supplemental questions. You may include history beyond ten years if related to the position for which you are applying. If you held multiple positions with one employer, please list each position separately. Failure to comply with these instructions may impact your competitiveness in this process or may result in disqualification.

PLEASE RESPOND TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS AT THE END OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT.

Application materials and responses to the supplemental questions in this job announcement will be reviewed by the Agricultural Preservation & Open Space District. Candidates who possess the most appropriate job-related qualifications will be invited for an interview.

Selection interviews are scheduled for June 4, 2008.
Final interviews will take place on June 16, if necessary.
About The Region
Minimum Qualifications
Selection Procedure

Famed horticulturist Luther Burbank described the Sonoma County region as “the chosen spot of all this earth as far as Nature is concerned.”

A background investigation is required prior to employment. Candidates referred to the District for a selection interview are typically required to sign authorization and release forms enabling such an investigation. Failure to sign prescribed forms will result in the candidate not being considered further for that vacancy. Information provided by references will not be make available to applicants.

Additionally, a pre-employment medical examination, including a drug and alcohol screening, will be required prior to employment.

Paper applications may be submitted in person, fax (707-565-3770), e-mail, or through the mail. All applications and appropriate supplemental information as outlined in the job bulletin must be RECEIVED by midnight of the date specified on the first page of this job announcement. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted.

RETURN ONLINE EMPLOYMENT APPLICATIONS AND SUPPLEMENTAL DATA TO:
County of Sonoma Human Resources website at: www.sonoma-county.org/hr.

RETURN WRITTEN EMPLOYMENT APPLICATIONS AND SUPPLEMENTAL DATA TO:
575 Administration Drive Suite 116B
Santa Rosa, CA 95403 (707) 565-2331
http://www.sonoma-county.org

EXAM #08/04-1289OSD
AGRICULTURAL PRESERVATION & OPEN SPACE DISTRICT ASSISTANT GENERAL
MANAGER

The Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation and Open Space District is committed to a policy and actively pursues a program of equal employment and non-discrimination.

Additional Information
The following questions have been designed to assist you in presenting your qualifications for this position. Your answers to these questions will be thoroughly evaluated in order to determine the most suitably qualified applicants to continue in the selection process. It is expected that you will be as complete and specific as possible. A resume may be submitted but will NOT be accepted in lieu of a completed supplemental questionnaire. Applications submitted without a completed supplemental questionnaire will not be considered for further evaluation.

Required Format for Responses

The total length of your responses to the Questionnaire must not exceed three, single-spaced, typewritten pages.

Certification and Acknowledgements

By submitting your application packet, you are certifying that the following is true and correct: I am the author of the responses to the examination questions, and I am submitting an accurate representation of my abilities. I understand that all information I have provided on all documents is subject to verification. Submitting information that is false, inaccurate, or incomplete to the extent that it misrepresents the facts may result in my disqualification, ineligibility or separation from employment. I understand that the documents I submit may be forwarded to  District management that is making the selections from the eligible list resulting from this examination. I have read the above instructions and information, and certify that I have complied with these instructions.

Yes No

Supplemental Questionnaire

1. Please describe a complex environmental, conservation or natural resources management project for which you had primary project management responsibility, involving coordination of multiple public agencies, consultants, and staff and public input processes. What was your role? What was the outcome? What issues arose and how did you resolve them?

2. Please describe how you have exercised leadership in the management of staff including building cohesive teams, setting annual priorities and setting measurable goals and objectives.

3. Please describe your experience in making presentations to boards, advisory committees, elected representatives and working with the media on policy issues.

POSTED May 1, 2008

THE SONOMA COUNTY AGRICULTURAL
PRESERVATION & OPEN SPACE DISTRICT

An Equal Opportunity Employer

INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF:

ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER
Salary: $95,423.13-$116,002.12 Annually
Final Filing Date: May 27, 2008

Solano Land Trust: Development Director

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Development Director is a full-time position. The Development Director collaborates with the Executive Director, Board of Directors and Fund-raising Committee to develop and execute fund-raising plans which include donor cultivation, event management, and fundraising initiatives to support Solano Land Trust’s strategic plan. The Development Director plays a leadership role in organizational development by working closely with the Executive Director, Board of Directors and program managers participating in the strategic planning process.

The Development Director reports directly to the Executive Director. The primary focus of the position is developing new funding sources for Board-approved revenue goals. The Development Director is responsible for identifying, cultivating, and obtaining new funding sources for Solano Land Trust (SLT) to ensure long-term sustainability.

Background

SLT owns over 10,000 acres of land which includes grazing lands, vernal pools and tidal and managed marshes. SLT is supported by grants, grazing income, endowment income and support from City of Fairfield open space districts and Solano County (parks). Our fundraising activities are designed to create long-term stability for SLT as a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization.

The position of Development Director was approved by the Board of Directors in late 2006 in recognition of the need for targeted fundraising. Our current priority is to raise $2 million to endow Rush Ranch, our 2,070-acre property in the Suisun Marsh. Over $700,000 has been raised in the past several years towards this goal. In the future, SLT intends to raise money to endow all of our properties. With such an endowment, we will be better able to maintain and enhance habitats, improvements, public access, education and research.

Responsibilities

The Development Director works with the Executive Director, Board of Directors, Development Committee, staff, and volunteers, to identify prospective donors, nurture relationships, and secure contributions of time, talent, and funding on behalf of the SLT. The Development Director must enjoy meeting with people, cultivating relationships, identifying donor needs and priorities and how they mesh with Solano Land Trust’s work. The Development Director must be able to sustain a busy schedule of meeting with such donors, cultivating relationships and asking them for money.

Duties include, but are not limited to implementing new and existing strategies for:

• Donor Relations, including cultivation and retention
• Annual Giving (including annual report)
• Major and Planned Gift Initiatives, including Business Partners in Conservation, Planned Giving (Bequests), Endowment and Capital Campaign(s)
• Fundraising and Cultivation Events
• Grants and Foundation Giving

Additional responsibilities include:
• Outreach and Marketing. The Development Director works to manage outreach and marketing projects as related to fund development. The Development Director participates in public relations, marketing, and advertising decisions and creates relevant content for SLT publications and communications, including the SLT Newsletter and website.
• Finance. The Development Director participate in the annual budget process.
• Fund Development. The Development Director manages the donor database including giving histories and recognition. The Development Director manages all gifts, including the acceptance, tracking, recognition and reporting of grants, planned gifts, gifts of stock, gifts in-kind, and all other donations.
• Program Development. The Development Director collaborates with the Executive Director and program managers to develop funding plans to support SLT programs.
• Organizational Development. The Development Director assists the Executive and program managers in establishing systems that ensures continuity and efficiency. The Development Director participates in the strategic planning process.

Position Requirements

The ideal candidate will have a significant record of success in the following areas related to fund-raising:
• Cultivating, asking and recognizing individual, family, foundation and corporate givers for major donations
• Planning and producing fund-raising / cultivation events
• Managing and maintaining fund-raising data bases
• Identifying and researching contribution potential of prospects
• Developing and implementing fund-raising campaign strategies
• Writing marketing and advertising materials, grant applications, brochures, invitations, website updates and other materials related to fund-raising

Desired abilities include:
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Proficient user of Microsoft office and fund-raising database programs (Donor Perfect online)
• Strong networking and interpersonal skills plus ability to “close”, i.e., get potential givers to commit to donations
• Creativity and ability to work independently will be strongly valued

Bachelors Degree in business, psychology or other field preferred.
Knowledge of land preservation and management preferred.

Salary and Benefits:
Salary is dependent on experience, not to exceed $60,000 for fulltime work. Medical, dental and 403.b. retirement account, with SLT matching up to 2%.

Submit cover letter, resume and salary history to marilyn@solanolandtrust.org by March 31, 2008.

Solano Land Trust: Land Transaction Specialist

admin — 2008-03-13T22:46:19Z

Solano Land Trust located in Fairfield, CA is hiring a Land Transaction Specialist to manage acquisition of agricultural, habitat and mitigation easements and land in fee title.

Be part of a dynamic team protecting important farm and open space lands in a rapidly urbanizing San Francisco Bay Area county.

This position requires the ability to fully manage the function including establishing landowner relations, securing grant funds and agency approvals, completing all parts of complicated land transactions including negotiating terms of land deals, overseeing assessment of habitat, and monitoring and stewardship of easement lands. Ability to plan, organize and carry out complex tasks over long time periods essential.

Three years experience and knowledge in real estate, farming, grant writing and B.A. in agricultural, ecology, environmental science or similar. See full job description at www.solanolandtrust.org. Fulltime position with benefits. Send cover letter, resume and salary history to: marilyn@solanolandtrust.org. Open until filled.