Job Type	Permanent
Salary Details	$48,000 - $55,000
Deadline	Oct 31, 2024
Experience	2 - 6 years

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Position Title: Engagement Coordinator

Reports To: Executive Director

Status: Full-time, salaried (exempt)

Schedule: Flexible, some weekend events and activities required

Location: In-person at the Manzanita office with field-based work at LNCT properties in the Lower Nehalem region on the north Oregon coast

Compensation: $48,000 - $55,000 annual | Simple IRA with 3% employer match after 1 year | Accrued paid time off | $50/month Health Reimbursement

About the Lower Nehalem Community Trust

The Lower Nehalem Community Trust (LNCT)’s mission is to preserve land and nurture conservation values in partnership with an engaged community. The organization was founded over 22 years ago when a community of partners came together to conserve and restore natural lands in our community for the benefit of future generations. As a community-supported non-profit land trust, we continue this important work through our land acquisition and stewardship programs, community garden, and connecting people to learning opportunities on our lands. Our service area is the Lower Nehalem watershed and the majority of our current activities are focused in the tri-community area of Manzanita, Nehalem and Wheeler.

Role of the Engagement Coordinator

We are looking for an energetic, collaborative, and professional team member to support and grow engagement in our mission through strategic outreach and communications, organizational support, and coordination of public events, workshops and learning opportunities on the land.

The engagement coordinator plays a key role in supporting LNCT’s mission and will:

Amplify awareness of our mission, programs, and impact through strategic communications (newsletter, social media, local media, website, print, and organizational partners)
Foster relationships and engagement in LNCT programs, events and learning opportunities
Support annual fundraising campaigns and special events, including donor and volunteer outreach
Engage and welcome diverse groups on the land for learning opportunities related to our mission
Collaborate to further LNCT diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging goals and contribute to a positive organizational culture
Commit to a more inclusive, equitable, and resilient future for land conservation

Essential Responsibilities

Community Engagement

Plan and coordinate annual calendar of events to engage people in experiential learning opportunities related to our mission (field trips, community events, workshops, webinars, etc.)
Lead coordination of key annual and biennial events such as Earth Day, Migratory Bird Day, and the Nehalem Estuary Cleanup
Convene LNCT Education Committee and engage members in defining and supporting educational goals and events
Represent the organization in local and regional networks (Explore Nature, Tillamook County STEAM, Tillamook Coast Visitors Association, Coalition of Oregon Land Trusts Communications Network, etc.)

Communications & Outreach

Implement LNCT communications and outreach plan across digital, social media and print platforms
Develop and publish content for website and monthly newsletter and use analytics to track performance
Engage staff and volunteers in communicating stories related to our efforts and impact
Assist with annual fundraising plan - primarily the preparation and distribution of appeal communications and support for event logistics and planning
Interact with donor, mailing, and volunteer databases (Little Green Light, MailChimp), for data import, maintenance, and tracking
Represent organization at relevant outreach events

Desired Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Passion for LNCT’s mission, vision, and values, and an interest in connecting people to the land and to each other
Experience and comfort coordinating and leading groups of students, volunteers, and the public safely in outdoor activities (hikes, field trips, workshops, etc.)
Contributor to inclusive, welcoming culture that values and holds space for different perspectives, personalities, learning styles, abilities, and backgrounds
Strong interpersonal skills and enthusiasm for working with students, volunteers and community members
Experience developing innovative communications strategies and content
Detail oriented and able to accurately track engagement and maintain organized records
Experience with project or program management
Individual initiative, creativity, and ability to work independently to plan, prioritize, and organize a dynamic workload
Strong writing and editing skills for social media, newsletters, and press releases
Basic graphic design knowledge for content creation in Canva or Adobe (or willingness to learn)
Academic and/or experiential knowledge of species, relationships, habitats and environments of our service region (Lower Nehalem watershed on the north Oregon coast)
Experience with grant writing or fundraising is a plus
Valid OR driver’s license and reliable transportation

What does success look like?

A variety of engaging community learning opportunities that are well organized, publicized, supported, and attended
Consistent, clear and impactful storytelling and messaging across platforms
Increased engagement with LNCT website, newsletter, social media, programs, and events
Clearly defined outreach and communications goals and tracking
Accurate engagement records
LNCT is a visible, dependable, and supportive partner and collaborator in the community
LNCT cultivates relationships across diverse communities to nurture conservation values
We communicate our work and impact in a way that resonates with, appreciates, and engages our community

HOW TO APPLY

LNCT is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Studies show that people from underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for jobs when they don’t meet every qualification listed in a job description. We want to find the best fit for the role and for the organization. We are looking for a strongly aligned skillset over academic qualifications or number of years experience in a comparable job. If this job sounds exciting to you and you think you would be a good fit, we want to hear from you!

Please submit the following materials to Emily at: lnct@nehalemtrust.org with the subject line ‘ENGAGEMENT COORDINATOR’

Resume detailing relevant professional, educational and volunteer experience

Three professional references (Name, email address, phone number, if in the USA, and affiliation)
1-2 Page Letter of Interest addressing:

Why this position is the right fit for you given your professional/life experience and goals
Your connection with/interest in/value for our mission and the lands, waters and communities of the Lower Nehalem region.
How your communication and engagement skills and experience will help tell our story and connect people to the organization and community
How you have represented or connected with diverse or underserved communities in your work and life and how you see your contribution to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging within our programs and organization
In your email submission, please let us know how you heard about this position

Timeline

Job posted: October 1, 2024

Applications reviewed on a rolling basis beginning mid-late October

Position to begin when candidate is found. Ideal start date in November.

This is an at-will position. This description does not constitute nor create any contractual agreement, rights or obligations. This position description may be amended at any time to reflect updated priorities.

When you apply, please indicate that you are responding to the posting on Conservation Job Board.

Category	Admin & Leadership, Land Trust
Tags	Outreach

THANK YOU!