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Job Title: Northern Great Plains Program Coordinator

Reports To: Northern Great Plains Program Manager

Classification: Regular Full Time

Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Northern Great Plains Program Coordinator (PC) position is responsible for supporting and strengthening partnerships and projects in the Northern Great Plains Region of Central & Eastern Montana, Eastern Wyoming and Western Dakotas. The Northern Great Plains Program Manager (PM) supervises the PC. The PC must establish and maintain a good working relationship with MCC’s Crew and Individual Placement (IP) members, partners, stakeholders, community members, local producers, volunteers, MCC staff and board members.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Programmatic:

• Assist the PM in managing existing projects and identifying new mesic, grasslands and wildlife habitat projects to be implemented by MCC Crews and IP members
• Support monitoring efforts of MCC-led projects throughout the NGP Region
• Generate, manage and recruit volunteers to support new or existing restoration projects
• Support the PM in organizing trainings (riparian/mesic restoration, engaging rural communities, partnership development, etc.) on related initiatives for AmeriCorps members and partner staff
• Develop outreach materials and events
• Maintain existing relationships with MCC’s partners/stakeholders and present MCC’s program updates as needed for events and meetings
• Develop new relationships with stakeholders to support MCC’s programs
• Travel extensively throughout the region to sustain relationships, attend relevant local meetings, support MCC Crews in the field and move initiatives forward
• Support Big Sky Watershed Corps and Conservation Interns placed throughout the NGP
   

Administrative:

• Support all facets of reporting/administration related to the NGP initiatives
• Assist with the development of grant reports, adhere to budget projections, and track relevant project expenditures (travel, lodging, supplies, consulting services)
• Support the PM in developing new funding sources
   

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• A minimum of one year of experience in higher education, youth development, education, corps programming and/or natural resource work
• Ability to develop and meet deadlines
• Outstanding organizational skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to effectively communicate with diverse audiences
• Proficient with computer programs such as Word, Excel, Dropbox and Google Suite
• Able and willing to travel and work a variable schedule, including overnight travel for in-person meetings and public presentations
• A valid driver’s license and ability to be insurable per MCC parameters

DESIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience working with rural and agricultural communities
• Previous experience in wildlife habitat, drought, climate, riparian, and/or grasslands-related work
• Experience in communications and marketing
• Experience in organizing, recruiting, and leading volunteer events
• Experience with ArcGIS and other mapping software

While this position description describes the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position, it is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. All Montana Conservation Corps positions may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities.

MCC is committed to being welcoming to all and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.