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Application period: February 24 – March 24, 2023 JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Title: Operations Manager Reports to: Executive Director

Status: 32-40 hours/week (your choice) Starting Salary: $23-24 / hour, depending on experience

Benefits: Medical & dental insurance, 401(k) match, paid vacation/sick leave/10 holidays

POSITION SUMMARY The Operations Manager manages and improves our organizational infrastructure working with our entire staff team in a number of areas. Areas of Responsibility (to include but not limited to) ● Website & Infrastructure Management (30%) Update information on the organizational website and manage our upcoming website change to a new platform, maintain our IT and phone infrastructure through contracted services, manage office facility needs.
● Accounting and Financial (25%) Works with the Finance Manager to enter financial data into and retrieve data from Quickbooks
● Grant & Contract Management and Reporting (20%) Track and write reports for grants and contracts
● Database (15%) Work with the staff outreach team to maintain our Salesforce database, including developing linkages to other applications and sharing data input with other staff.
● Fundraising Support (10%) Assist Executive Director and other staff in our annual fundraising appeal and fundraising events. This is a multi-faceted position and requires a variety of knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs). Because of this, we recognize that we may not find a single individual with all the desired KSAs.
If you have several of these, please apply for this position.

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JCWC Operations Manager--Job Announcement 2023

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Nature Day Camp (NDC) is an outdoor nature education summer program for children
ages 5-12. Work with children in small groups leading day-long park adventures.

Educator I
Ages 16–21 | $16 per hour | Work dates: June 17 - August 18, Monday - Friday
Looking for responsible teens and young adults who enjoy working with children outside and are
excited to work in a team. | Deadline: April 3, 2023

Educator II
Ages 18+ | $17.25+ per hour | Work dates: June 17 - August 18, Monday - Friday
Looking for dynamic and fun adults who have experience leading and teaching groups of children.
Experience working at NDC or a similar program is preferred. | Deadline: March 20, 2023

Team Lead
Ages 21+ | $19.25+ per hour | Work dates: June 5 - August 25, Monday - Friday
Looking for individuals with experience working with children and parents, and mentoring small teams.
Experience working at NDC or a similar program is preferred. | Deadline: March 20, 2023

Junior Educator Lead
Ages 21+ | $19.25+ per hour | Work dates: June 5 - August 25, Monday - Friday
Seeking someone who has experience working with teens ages 13 - 17. Oversee the Junior Educator
Program, work with teens to help them practice leadership, gain confidence, and work with children!
Deadline: March 20, 2023
Nature Day Camp (NDC) is an outdoor nature education summer program for children
ages 5-12. Work with children in small groups leading day-long park adventures.
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After Care Lead
Ages 21+ | $21.25+ per hour, *30 hours per week | Work dates: June 17 - August 18, Monday - Friday
Hiring fun, collaborative, and caring individuals with experience working independently with children in our After Care program. Abililty to
lead and plan activities for children is required. | Deadline: March 20, 2023
Site Coordinator
Ages 21+ | $21.25+ per hour | Work dates: May 29 - August 25, Monday - Friday
Looking for experienced educators with strong communication and collaboration skills. Must have experience coordinating logistics for a
large program and leading a diverse team. Experience at NDC or similar program preferred. | Deadline: March 20, 2023

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Undergraduate and Graduate Innovation Internship: The Nature Conservancy is hiring several remote positions for the undergraduate and graduate Innovation Internship Program. The intern will work remotely with innovation leadership and program teams to help identify, design, and implement innovative approaches to our work to enhance the impact of our projects. They will bring their background and expertise – perhaps in technology, investments, analytics, design, art, activism, equity, social change, management, communications, science, engineering, coding, marketing, writing, etc. – to significantly advance innovation in conservation.

The organization has 15 graduate and 9 undergraduate slots available. Oregon is seeking one graduate-level student to help with some of our climate action work. The position is hired through the New York Division but will be supervised by Laura Tabor, the Climate Action Director.

Application Links:

Remote Graduate Innovation Intern: nature.org  LinkedIn

Remote Undergraduate Innovation Intern: nature.org  LinkedIn

Stewardship and Community Engagement Assistantship: The Stewardship and Community Engagement Assistant (SCEA) will help connect people to nature and advance TNC’s conservation goals by supporting the Volunteer and Community Engagement and Stewardship Programs in Oregon. This is a three month, 15-25 hours per week position (April through late June/July). The position will help with volunteer work parties at Camassia, outreach events, some administrative work, and might be able to join in other projects depending on interest.

Job Application Page: Nature.org

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NATURE EDUCATORCommunity Service Aide II Job Classification

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Do you want to make a difference in the lives of youth? Lead nature programs for the next generation!
The Environmental Education Program is hiring part-time, outdoor Nature Educators for two programs:

- The Nature Education Programs (NEP) team leads school field
trips, guided preschool walks, and custom group programs with
participants of all ages.
· The Teen Nature Team (TNT) program leads activities and builds
relationships with middle school students ages 11-14.
Pay range: $19-$24 for about 25-35 hours a week and limited to 1400 hours in a calendar year.

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Summer Jobs for Adults Age 18+
Lead Educators and Support Staff with Nature Day Camp
Ages 18+ | $17.25-22.25 per hour
Educator II, Team Lead, Jr Educator Lead, After-care Lead, Site Coordinator
Nature Day Camp is a nature-based summer camp program for children ages 5-12.
Staff work with children in small groups leading day-long park adventures.
Apply here: www.portland.gov/NDCjobs | Deadline: March 20, 2023
Questions? Contact: Rose.Ramirez@portlandoregon.gov
Crew Leaders with Youth Conservation Crew
Ages 20+ | $19-24 per hour
Lead groups of teens ages 14-19 as they do tree and trail maintenance, habitat
restoration, and community garden work. Help teens develop job skills and a connection
to nature while building positive relationships with peers and adults.
Apply here: www.portland.gov/YCC Deadline: March 20, 2023
Questions? Contact: Gina.Dake@portlandoregon.gov

Year-round Jobs for Adults Age 21+
Nature Educator with Nature Education Programs
Ages 21+ | $19-24 per hour, depending on experience
Collaborate with a team of educators to plan, lead, and evaluate nature-based group
programs for young children, youth, and families. Valid driver’s license required.
Apply here: tinyurl.com/92t7fwz6 | Deadline: March 20, 2023
Questions? Contact: EnviroEd@portlandoregon.gov
Nature Educator with Teen Nature Team
Ages 21+ | $19-24 per hour, depending on experience
Collaborate with a team of educators to lead activities and build relationships with middle
school students through education and stewardship. Valid driver’s license required.
Apply here: tinyurl.com/92t7fwz6 | Deadline: March 20, 2023
Questions? Contact: Karen.Chao@portlandoregon.gov

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Printed_Opportunities in City Nature - Spring Summer 2023 - Jobs for Adults 18+

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Hours: 40 hours per week
Status: Non-exempt
Location: Portland, Oregon
Supervisor: Outdoor Programs Manager
Salary: $21-$24 hourly
Start Date: March-April 2023

Background

Friends of the Columbia Gorge (Friends) was founded in 1980 and has over 5,800 members in Oregon, Washington, and beyond dedicated to preserving, protecting, and stewarding the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. With offices in Portland and Hood River, Oregon, and Washougal, Washington, the organization uses an array of tools (advocacy, litigation, land acquisition, and public education) to ensure the Columbia Gorge remains a wondrous and vibrant place. In 2005, Friends launched the Friends of the Columbia Gorge Land Trust, a 509(a)(3) support organization to acquire spectacular landscapes within the Columbia Gorge.

Summary of position

Building a large and diverse cross section of public support across the Pacific Northwest is critical to sustaining Friends' efforts to preserve the Columbia Gorge for future generations. Friends' Public Engagement team works to develop innovative and creative strategies to effectively educate and engage the public in efforts to protect, preserve, and steward the Columbia Gorge. Friends' youth education programs and community education efforts are vital tools in building a strong and diverse coalition of enthusiastic Gorge stewards.

The youth and community education specialist will work with Friends' outdoor programs manager as well as communications & engagement director—in collaboration with colleagues across Friends' teams—to redesign and oversee Friends' outdoor youth education programs and develop and implement community education events for all ages. The youth & community education specialist will play a leading role in developing educational tools focused on teaching nature- and science-based curricula to expand the reach and impact of Friends' youth education program.

This role is best suited for an individual who has experience educating and engaging the public (youth in particular) in environmental or outdoor education in informal settings (e.g., outdoors, on a trail, community centers, and webinars). This person must have experience and a passion for working with communities of all ages and backgrounds and connecting them to the outdoors through education, sparking an interest that could last a lifetime.

Experience and a high level of comfort with being on camera for educational videos (e.g., social media, interviews, webinars) is also required. Knowledge of environmental science, ecology, or natural history is a must, and familiarity with the ecology of the Pacific Northwest is preferred.

Job duties

Outdoor youth education

Redesign and oversee Friends' outdoor youth education programs.

Develop and maintain environmental education curricula and materials relevant to the Columbia Gorge.

Coordinate and lead youth programs/field trips in spring, summer, and fall.

Develop and lead hands-on conservation education programs in both outdoor and classroom settings.

Serve as primary liaison and strengthen relationships and partnerships with school officials, volunteers, and other education partners to create a culture of collaboration.

Recruit, train, and retain outdoor youth education program volunteers.

Help develop effective systems and maintain metrics to analyze and evaluate the impact, reach, and effectiveness of Friends outdoor youth education initiatives.

Community education

Create opportunities to educate the public about Friends’ work and the Columbia Gorge.

Work across Friends departments (Conservation, Land Trust, Legal, and Philanthropy) to amplify other organizational work and provide ongoing education through public forums, webinars, and community activities to increase public support for the Gorge.

Design and implement creative strategies to engage, educate, empower, and elevate the voices of communities of color, regional tribal partners, LGBTQ+ community, and other historically marginalized groups around the Pacific Northwest on key Gorge conservation challenges and issues.

Help cultivate strong, enduring community partnership opportunities to support Gorge conservation and stewardship initiatives.

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Current Job Opportunity at Friends

Youth & Community Education Specialist

Hours: 40 hours per week
Status: Non-exempt
Location: Portland, Oregon
Supervisor: Outdoor Programs Manager
Salary: $21-$24 hourly
Start Date: March-April 2023

Background

Friends of the Columbia Gorge (Friends) was founded in 1980 and has over 5,800 members in Oregon, Washington, and beyond dedicated to preserving, protecting, and stewarding the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. With offices in Portland and Hood River, Oregon, and Washougal, Washington, the organization uses an array of tools (advocacy, litigation, land acquisition, and public education) to ensure the Columbia Gorge remains a wondrous and vibrant place. In 2005, Friends launched the Friends of the Columbia Gorge Land Trust, a 509(a)(3) support organization to acquire spectacular landscapes within the Columbia Gorge.

Summary of position

Building a large and diverse cross section of public support across the Pacific Northwest is critical to sustaining Friends' efforts to preserve the Columbia Gorge for future generations. Friends' Public Engagement team works to develop innovative and creative strategies to effectively educate and engage the public in efforts to protect, preserve, and steward the Columbia Gorge. Friends' youth education programs and community education efforts are vital tools in building a strong and diverse coalition of enthusiastic Gorge stewards.

The youth and community education specialist will work with Friends' outdoor programs manager as well as communications & engagement director-in collaboration with colleagues across Friends' teams-to redesign and oversee Friends' outdoor youth education programs and develop and implement community education events for all ages. The youth & community education specialist will play a leading role in developing educational tools focused on teaching nature- and science-based curricula to expand the reach and impact of Friends' youth education program.

This role is best suited for an individual who has experience educating and engaging the public (youth in particular) in environmental or outdoor education in informal settings (e.g., outdoors, on a trail, community centers, and webinars). This person must have experience and a passion for working with communities of all ages and backgrounds and connecting them to the outdoors through education, sparking an interest that could last a lifetime.

Experience and a high level of comfort with being on camera for educational videos (e.g., social media, interviews, webinars) is also required. Knowledge of environmental science, ecology, or natural history is a must, and familiarity with the ecology of the Pacific Northwest is preferred.

Job duties
Outdoor youth education

Redesign and oversee Friends' outdoor youth education programs.

Develop and maintain environmental education curricula and materials relevant to the Columbia Gorge.

Coordinate and lead youth programs/field trips in spring, summer, and fall.

Develop and lead hands-on conservation education programs in both outdoor and classroom settings.

Serve as primary liaison and strengthen relationships and partnerships with school officials, volunteers, and other education partners to create a culture of collaboration.

Recruit, train, and retain outdoor youth education program volunteers.

Help develop effective systems and maintain metrics to analyze and evaluate the impact, reach, and effectiveness of Friends outdoor youth education initiatives.

Community education

Create opportunities to educate the public about Friends' work and the Columbia Gorge.

Work across Friends departments (Conservation, Land Trust, Legal, and Philanthropy) to amplify other organizational work and provide ongoing education through public forums, webinars, and community activities to increase public support for the Gorge.

Design and implement creative strategies to engage, educate, empower, and elevate the voices of communities of color, regional tribal partners, LGBTQ+ community, and other historically marginalized groups around the Pacific Northwest on key Gorge conservation challenges and issues.

Help cultivate strong, enduring community partnership opportunities to support Gorge conservation and stewardship initiatives.

Strategic communications

Develop and coordinate Friends' youth and community education communications initiatives, as needed.

Help create engaging print and digital storytelling content (e.g. magazine articles, web features/blogs, social media posts, etc.) around Friends' youth and community education efforts.

Serve as the on-camera talent for video production efforts, including for social media POV/vlog-style videos, interviews, and webinars.

Work with communications & engagement director to identify opportunities to advance Friends' education efforts through creative (written and visual) storytelling utilizing print, web, and social communication channels.

Help support outdoor youth education-related communications and fundraising efforts.

Required qualifications

4+ years of demonstrated experience in environmental education, environmental science, ecology, conservation, outdoor recreation, interpretation, or related field.

Experience working with and educating school children from diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds in grades K-12.

Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) in environmental education, environmental science, or other relevant field.

Experience networking and engaging with diverse community groups, schools, and organizations to inspire and educate people about the natural world through a diversity, equity, and inclusion lens.

Ability to create engaging, age-appropriate lesson plans and activities.

Ability to be organized and a logistical planner with high attention to detail when coordinating with schools and teachers on youth programs.

Strong written and oral communication skills, and ability to confidently and engagingly deliver programs and presentations in a public-speaking setting.

On-camera educational storytelling experience.

Demonstrated leadership skills, including the ability to collaborate with partners, manage teams, and oversee projects ethically and in a timely manner.

Ability to analyze metrics to inform budgeting and programming decisions.

Conduct assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of educational programs.

Able to work, or be on call, some non-standard hours, including evenings and weekends during peak program season (spring-fall).

Must be able to work outdoors in varied type of weather conditions and uneven terrain where lifting, bending, and kneeling may be required.

Valid, insurable driver's license. Able to travel locally around Portland and the Columbia Gorge frequently.

Creativity, enthusiasm, high energy, motivation, and professionalism will be needed for this position.

Preferred qualifications

Multilingual (Spanish preferred) and previous experience working with communities of color, immigrant populations, LBGTQ+ communities, disability communities, and youth organizations.

Demonstrated cultural competency. Personal experience or strong familiarity with the historical context of underserved/underresourced communities. An understanding of the Pacific Northwest's history of discriminatory practices is highly desired.

Teaching certificate from state board, or equivalent preferred, but not required.

Experience working in youth camps or classrooms, or as an interpretive ranger.

Experience with grants and meeting grant deliverables with reporting.

Project Wet, Project Wild, or NAI certified, (or willing to obtain).

Certification in first aid, CPR, and/or wilderness first aid (or willing to obtain).

Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud, Salesforce, Zoom, and MailChimp or other targeted email system software.

Commitment to the protection, preservation, and stewardship of the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area.

Compensation & benefits

Salary range is $21-$24 hourly, commensurate with experience and education. Excellent benefits include generous vacation time and holidays, generous health insurance for employee and dependents along with an employer-matched retirement plan.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice (DEIJ) work and organizational culture

The Columbia Gorge has been home to Indigenous peoples since time immemorial, stewarding the land and waters of this region long before European colonization and the western idea of environmentalism. Friends of the Columbia Gorge is dedicated to ensuring the Columbia Gorge remains a place of wonder for generations to come. Whether it is the land, water, wildlife, people, Tribes, or communities, each is dependent upon the others for the Gorge to truly thrive. This is not possible without representing and engaging tribal as well as other diverse communities and individuals who share a connection to this special place.

Friends is deeply committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice within our culture, practices, and policies. We support all who are connected to the Columbia Gorge including Black, Indigenous, people of color (BIPOC), immigrants, the LGBTQ+ community, as well as people of all genders, classes, and people with disabilities.

Read our full DEIJ statement.

EEO policy

Friends is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, age, disability, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected status in accordance with local, state and federal law.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoffs, recalls, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Working environment

This position requires sitting or standing at a desk, using a computer, talking on the phone, driving, hiking, and participating in outdoor activities. The ability to lift up to 30 pounds, various outdoor environmental conditions, and to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid.

ADA statement

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Application

Please send cover letter, resume, writing sample of less than 1,000 words, and example of educational curriculum that you've used to careers@gorgefriends.org with "Youth & Community Education Specialist" as the subject line no later than February 27, 2023. Please combine all application materials into one PDF. In the body of the email, please identify where you found the job posting. Early applications will be considered on a rolling basis.

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Job Openings at Friends of the Columbia Gorge | Friends of the Columbia Gorge

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Hours: 40 hours per week Status: Non-exempt Location: Portland, Oregon Supervisor: Outdoor Programs Manager Salary: $21-$24 hourly Start Date: March-April 2023 Background Friends of the Columbia Gorge (Friends) was founded in 1980 and has over 5,800 members in Oregon, Washington, and beyond dedicated to preserving, protecting, and stewarding the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area.

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Program Manager Internships & Paid Work Experiences- The Blueprint Foundation 

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The Blueprint Foundation is hiring!

About this role: This position manages internships and paid work experiences in urban forestry, energy efficiency, and air quality monitoring. The Internships and Paid Work Experiences Lead will coordinate with Blueprint staff and partners to plan and deliver hands-on skill development, job shadowing, career exploration events, and job readiness workshops. While much of the coordinating for this position will be administrative in nature and can be performed remotely, there will also definitely be plenty of in-person, nature-based, physical restoration work that applicants should expect and be prepared for.

See Position Description for more details.

How to apply: Please send your resume and a cover letter detailing why this is a great role for you. Send both to Derron Coles (derron@theblueprintfoundation.org). We will be accepting applications and completing interviews on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

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TBF Program Manager Internships and Paid Work Experiences Program Manager PD 2022