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*New Closing Date: Monday, December 7

Employment Opportunity:
Project Coordinator Position Description


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. 

Further information (application) can be obtained from our website at MCRCD.net under staffing opportunities (see job description below), or call 209-966-3431 or visit our office at: 5039 Fairgrounds Rd. Mariposa Ca. 95338.


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).

Integrated Regional Water Management is a collaborative effort to identify and implement water management solutions on a regional scale that increase regional self-reliance, reduce conflict, and manage water to concurrently achieve social, environmental, and economic objectives. More information can be found at: water.ca.gov/irwm/index.cfm

The IRWM Plan was developed and recently adopted by the Regional Water Advisory Council (RWAC). Representatives from local public agencies, private organizations, nonprofits and state and federal agency partners sit on the RWAC – a volunteer group dedicated to finding regional solutions to water and conservation challenges. The RWAC is beginning the implementation of the goals and objectives identified in the IRWM Plan.

Summary of the Position

The role of the Project Coordinator is to collaboratively:

  • Support the RWAC members implement the Goals and Objectives of the IRWM Plan;
  • Work with the Committee Chairs and the Regional Water Management Group (RWMG) to coordinate activities with local, County, State and Federal partners; and
  • Attend various regional and state agency meetings.
This is a limited grant-funded position. The position may be extended based on future grant acquisition(s).

Typical Duties

  • Assist with the planning of RWAC and committee meetings including convening project management meetings with consultants and following up on assignments;
  • Schedule regular project coordination meetings with the DWR coordinator;
  • Convene periodic planning meetings with the RWMG
  • 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;
  • Meeting documentation (summaries, attendance lists, meeting materials) – create, distribute and post in a timely manner;
  • Maintain related web pages, updating and adding new information and pages as needed;
  • Coordinate updates to the Data Management System including project tracking;
  • Coordinate the identification and distribution of funding opportunities to RWAC members.
  • Grant administration, including invoicing; tracking of hours, dollars and activities; and reporting;
  • Continued IRWM Plan maintenance and development, and tracking of accomplishments;
  • Other MCRCD grant applications and administration as necessary.
Ideal Candidate

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.

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 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and ability to learn new or internal/external systems quickly (e.g., website and graphic design or agency based platforms), GIS mapping experience a plus;
  • 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; ability to work in and participate in an interactive work environment with other agencies and staff working on other projects and objectives;
  • 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. Excellent organizational skills, including ability to set priorities, manage time and work effectively on many projects;
  • 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.
  • 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;
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.

New Closing date: November 30 Monday, December 7, 2015, 5:00 PM. Only applications received 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.