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Starting Salary: $49,000 - $60,000. Expected starting salary between $49,000 and $54000.

Benefits: WEBS does not provide health insurance to employees. However, the organization offers a monthly healthcare stipend of $525 and a retirement stipend equal to 7% of an employee's base salary. Both stipends are provided as additional taxable income.

ABOUT OUR ORGANIZATION:

Friends of Netarts Bay Watershed, Estuary, Beach, and Sea (WEBS) is a small 501(c)(3) non-profit working to sustain the Netarts Bay area through education and stewardship. We strive to offer opportunities for K-12 students as well as the general public to learn, engage in science, and take action to preserve the watersheds, estuaries, beaches, and sea spanning from Cape Meares to Cape Lookout. WEBS is composed of passionate volunteers and staff with various skills who love the outdoors, science, education, and our local area. 

OUR MISSION: 

Sustain the Netarts Bay area and surrounding watershed through education and stewardship. 

OUR WORK: 

• Education: WEBS supports 9 fully funded Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) field trip programs with Tillamook County Schools. WEBS also organizes and funds over 30 free public education programs each year. 
• Stewardship: WEBS focuses its education programs around stewardship and works to provide the public with opportunities to participate in community science and stewardship activities such as invasive plant removal and beach cleanups. 

THE POSITION:

The Program and Communications Coordinator collaborates with the WEBS team to manage and expand place-based education and environmental programs for all ages, building a community of stewards, ensuring alignment with educational standards and community needs. The role includes developing new educational initiatives, coordinating volunteer training, and overseeing outreach efforts through various communication channels, including social media and event promotion. The coordinator also supports fundraising and grant-writing activities, contributing to the growth and sustainability of the organization's programs. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Youth Education (40%)

In collaboration with WEBS ED and staff:

• Coordinate WEBS-Supported Youth Environmental/STEAM Programs:
  In partnership with local schools, oversee the planning and implementation of WEBS-supported youth programs. Core program details are available on our website at netartsbaywebs.org. Prepare materials, conduct/lead the educational programs in classroom and on field trips, and complete follow-up activities.
• Expand Program Reach in Tillamook County: Support efforts to extend the reach of programs to students across Tillamook County, including public, private, and homeschool students.
• Align Programs with Educational Standards: Ensure that all programming aligns with relevant state and national science standards.
• Engage High School Students in K-6 Programs: Collaborate with high school teachers to involve high school students as assistants and educators in K-6 programs.
• Represent WEBS at various STEAM Partnership groups and meetings: Represent WEBS in the TCSTEAM Partnership, NW STEM Hub meetings, and the OR Coast STEM Hub leadership team.
• Develop New Environmental Education Programs: As capacity allows, design and implement new WEBS programs, including summer programs, stewardship initiatives, and others to expand reach throughout the county.
• Track and Report Program Participation: Monitor and report on program participation, including both student and adult involvement

Community Education and Stewardship (30%)

In collaboration with WEBS ED and staff;

• Plan, Coordinate, and Secure Presenters for Community Education Programs: Examples of previous programs are available at www.netartsbaywebs.org/events. 
• Develop Content and Lead Events: Create educational content and lead events to ensure high-quality delivery and engagement.
• Support Organizational Partners: Assist organizational partners with family, adult, and youth programs, such as the Garibaldi Cultural Heritage Initiative, Juntos Afuera Program, and Tillamook Early Learning Center.
• Represent WEBS at the Explore Nature Partnership:  Represent WEBS at Explore Nature Partnership events and meetings as needed.

Outreach (15%)

In collaboration with WEBS ED and staff;

• Create outreach materials, which may include informational signage, brochures, and informational pamphlets.
• Monitor and help coordinate WEBS marketing content calendar.
• Monitor, help coordinate, and contribute social media outreach content.
• Contribute to newsletter content development and formatting.
• Develop flyers and social media content for events and announcements.
• Represent WEBS at various community events, partner meetings, chamber events, tourism entities, etc. 
• Develop content and assist with updating the organization’s website.

Volunteer Management: (10%)

In partnership with the WEBS staff and ED: 

• Coordinate Volunteer Training Opportunities: Collaborate with WEBS staff to develop training opportunities and programs that help volunteers gain a greater understanding of local resources and programs. 
• Identify Volunteer Needs: Assess and communicate volunteer requirements to the Volunteer Coordinator to ensure program success.
• Assist with Volunteer Management: Work with WEBS staff to support volunteer recruitment, training, and overall management, tracking hours and training participated in. 

Grant Writing and Fundraising (5%)

In collaboration with WEBS ED and staff;

• Grant Writing and Program Support: Work with the WEBS Executive Director (ED) and staff to write grants that support staff time and funding for youth and community education programs. This includes budget planning, grant submissions, award agreements, subcontractor scopes of service, RFPs, selection criteria, contract management, invoicing, payments, reporting requirements, and tracking.
• Fundraising Support: Assist in fundraising efforts to raise organizational funds for youth and community education initiatives.

Other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS AND DESIRED \QUALIFICATIONS:

WEBS is committed to finding the right person for the job. Prior experience may be transferable even if it falls outside the minimum requirements and preferred qualifications listed below. People interested in our organization's work and the scope of this position are encouraged to apply. 

Education/Background: 

Bachelor’s or higher degree in education, environmental education, informal education, oceanography, marine resource management, environmental sciences, ecology, or a related STEAM field. Alternatively, an Associate’s degree with relevant work experience and vocational training, or multiple years of experience with proven success and vocational training, may substitute for the degree.

Skills and Attributes:

• Passion & Commitment:
  • Strong enthusiasm for the WEBS mission.
  • Willingness to support diversity, equity, justice, and inclusion within the organization.

• Language Skills: Applicants should be proficient in English. Strong preference will be given to bilingual candidates with proficiency in Spanish. 

• Education and Outreach:
  • Ability to align educational programming with NGSS standards.
  • Experience in stakeholder and community outreach.
  • Proven skills in volunteer training and recruitment.
  • Ability to design and interpret public educational programs.
  • Experience leading educational outings in natural environments.

• Communication & Technology:
  • Proficient in using office software, including Google Workspace and related tools.
  • Proficiency with graphic design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite).
  • Familiarity with Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube content creation tools.
  • Familiarity with mailchimp and website development.

• Fieldwork & Office Management:
  • Ability to manage both office and fieldwork responsibilities.
  • Comfortable teaching or leading activities in various weather conditions and terrains.
  • Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle for field visits.

• Fundraising
  • Grant writing, management, budgeting and reporting experience.
  • Familiarity or experience with fundraising strategies (preferred but not required)

• Work Style:
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including with volunteers and diverse partners.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to advance projects independently.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to juggle multiple time-sensitive projects.
  • Clear and professional communication, both in writing and orally.

Work Conditions

• WEBS works in Netarts Bay and the surrounding watershed. We have a small office in Netarts. Field sites are within the Netarts Watershed which includes the areas around Cape Lookout through Cape Meares, Oregon. 
• Weekend and evening work will be required during different times of the year. Full and part-time staff manage their work over a flexible 7-day work week. 
• This position will be a blend of hybrid and in-person office work/meetings. In collaboration with the position’s supervisor, employees can work remotely, contingent upon tasks, responsibilities, and successful completion of work duties. The position does require the employee to be in the field in Netarts working with youth and the general public often. 
• Travel during work hours is expected. Reimbursement of travel to and from the WEBS office is provided. This does not include travel to commute to and from home.