Mariposa County Resource Conservation District needs an IRWM project coordinator. For full job description please visit the website at: www.mcrcd.net/Pages/StaffingOpportunities.aspx or contact the office at: 209-966-3431.
Closing date for this position is Friday, February 27, 2015 @ 5 p.m.
MCRCD is an equal opportunity employer.
MARIPOSA COUNTY RESOURCE CONSERVATION DISTRICT
P.O. Box 746, Mariposa, CA 95338
Office: (209) 966-3431 Fax: (209) 742-7508
Background
The Mariposa County Resource Conservation District (MCRCD), located in the environs of Yosemite National Park, helps address and solve critical conservation issues on public and private lands within Mariposa County, including but not limited to agriculture, forestry, water and local economics. We effect real and lasting positive change in our landscape.
The MCRCD is the fiscal agent for the Yosemite-Mariposa Integrated Regional Water Management (Y-M IRWM) Plan, sponsored by the CA Department of Water Resources (DWR). The IRWM Plan was developed and recently adopted by the Regional Water Advisory Council (RWAC) – a volunteer group of local public agencies, private organizations, nonprofits and state and federal agency partners. The RWAC is beginning the implementation of the goals and objectives identified in the IRWM Plan.
Summary of the Position
MCRCD is seeking a dynamic, creative conservation professional to assist in the Yosemite-Mariposa Integrated Regional Water Management program as project coordinator. The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of IRWM and DWR partnerships and an understanding of Resource Conservation Districts’ unique role in the community.
This is a limited grant-funded position. The position may be extended based on future grant acquisition(s).
The ideal candidate for this position possesses the following skills:
• Partner coordination—working with government agencies, nonprofit partners and volunteers to implement the goals and objectives of the Y-M IRWM Plan by utilizing strategies that maximize resources and increase understanding of local current needs;
• Facilitation skills —working effectively with people who have different ideas, objectives and desires to collaboratively attain common goals;
• Has a vision for the future of Mariposa and a passion for finding solutions for Mariposa’s water-management needs through currently identified and future plan projects;
• Demonstrated excellence in communication skills, both written and oral. Ability to communicate effectively with all partners, including local, state and federal government agencies as well as private organizations and individuals;
• Demonstrated excellence in bookkeeping and invoicing, including spreadsheets, projections and detailed, accurate calculations;
• Experience in identifying grant and other funding opportunities; experience in writing grant proposals would be helpful. Ability to mentor project proponents to achieve their goals of project implementation;
• Ability to work independently and knowledgeably, while informing and referring to designated management for decisions and guidance as needed.
Typical Duties
• Facilitate RWAC and sub-committee meetings and other organization/agency/partner meetings, as needed in support of, or in place of, the current contract facilitator;
• Project management meetings with consultants and directing activities and assignments;
• Project coordination meetings with the DWR coordinator;
• Meeting documentation (summaries, attendance lists, meeting materials);
• Maintain related web pages, updating and adding new information and pages as needed;
• Grant administration, including invoicing; tracking of hours, dollars and activities; and reporting;
• Continued IRWM Plan maintenance and development, as well as tracking of accomplishments;
• Serve as anticipated primary regional conduit for input to Data Management System;
• Other MCRCD grant applications and administration as necessary.
Education, Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Any combination of education and experience is desirable, including the following:
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with course work in natural resources, public administration or related field; or demonstrated project management experience;
• Experience with Windows platform software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and ability to learn new or internal/external systems quickly (e.g., website and graphic design or agency based platforms);
• Experience with IRWM, state and federal agencies desirable;
• Funding is limited and grant-based. Ability to find additional/subsequent funding desirable;
• Ability to work in and participate in an interactive work environment with other agencies and staff working on other projects and objectives;
• Working knowledge of RCDs and IRWM;
• Appreciation for diversified community needs;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Effective interpersonal skills;
• Experience in analyzing information and making recommendations;
• Working both in a team setting and individually;
• Ability to be productive while being flexible, self-starting and working independently;
• Excellent organizational skills, including ability to set priorities, manage time and work effectively on many projects.
Salary
Current pay range $20 - $25 per hour dependent on qualifications.
This is a part-time position, 16-24 hours per week for the duration of the grant funding.
The position is located in Mariposa County. To apply, please send cover letter and resume to mcrcd@sti.net, attention Pat Garcia, or mail to MCRCD, P.O. Box 746, Mariposa, CA 95338 or deliver to 5039 Fairgrounds Road, Mariposa, CA 95338.
Closing date: Feb. 27, 2015 at 5:00 p.m. Only applications received or postmarked on or before the closing date will be considered.
It is the policy of the Mariposa County Resource Conservation District to provide equal employment opportunities to all people without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, age, sex, or any other classification protected by law, and to promote this policy through a program of affirmative personnel action.
For persons requiring accommodations pertaining to physical accessibility, sign language interpretation, Braille, large print or alternative formats, please contact the MCRCD office at least 5 days in advance of the event at 209-966-3431.
MCRCD is committed to protecting the safety, health and well-being of all employees and individuals in our workplace. We recognize that alcohol abuse and drug use pose a significant threat to our goals. We have established a drug-free workplace program that balances our respect for individuals with the need to maintain an alcohol- and drug-free environment.