Conservation Policy Associate

The Appalachian Mountain Club is hiring a Conservation Policy Associate for a temporary position based in Portland, ME, from July to December 2017, with potential for extension. The role involves supporting policy priorities, managing outdoor programs, and engaging with stakeholders. Candidates should have experience in advocacy or policy, excellent communication skills, and be willing to travel for events. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits.
Location: Portland, ME
Reports to: Maine Policy Manager
Employment dates: This is currently a temporary position starting in July and

going through December of 2017. While not guaranteed, there is the potential

for this position to extend into 2018.

Summary Description: AMC has been

involved in virtually every major land conservation effort in the region since

the early 1900s, beginning with our leadership in the creation of the White

Mountain National Forest through passage of the Weeks Act in 1911. Conservation

at AMC is a unique grouping representing 3 major areas of AMC work: research,

trails, and policy. As a large landowner in Maine, AMC has created a new model

for conservation by blending recreation, forestry, education, and community

partnerships. Through our Maine Woods Initiative, AMC owns and manages 75,000

acres of forestland and 3 sporting camps in the 100 Mile Wilderness region east

of Moosehead Lake.

As AMC’s work in Maine continues to grow, we are looking for

an excellent communicator with demonstrated experience in collaborative work to

join our team. The Maine Conservation Policy Associate supports AMC’s policy

priorities, builds networks of advocates and outdoor recreationists to support

our work, and manages outward facing programs including the Great Maine Outdoor

Weekend and the Maine Outdoor Coalition.

This full-time,

exempt position offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits. The

position is based at AMC’s Portland, Maine office and regional travel is

expected.

Primary Responsibilities:

– Implement and grow the Great Maine Outdoor Weekend, a

biannual event that connects thousands of Mainers with outdoor activities.
– Serve as a core member of the Maine Outdoor Coalition

Steering Committee to build a network of stakeholders and support coordination

within the outdoor community.
– Support the work of the Maine Policy Manager on a defined

spectrum of conservation and recreation issues at the state and federal levels.
– Engage with a variety of AMC stakeholders, including

members, the Maine Chapter Executive Committee, outside partners, and the

general public.
– Staff and table at events, festivals, and conferences

across the state to promote AMC.

Qualifications and Experience:

– Experience

in political advocacy, organizing, or policy, with an interest in environmental

and conservation related issues.
– Excellent

written and verbal communication skills and familiarity with social networking

tools for advocacy, specifically blogging and other web advocacy tools.
– Demonstrated

experience in project management and ability to work collaboratively.
– Must

be organized, accurate, and able independently to perform a variety of tasks

with flexibility and creativity.
– Working

knowledge of Microsoft Office.
– Must have

a valid driver’s license and willingness to travel as needed.
– Ability to

work some weekends and evenings.

Employee Perks: The AMC offers a great benefits package! Here is a

partial list that highlights some benefits offered to our temporary employees.

Benefits may vary based on position.

– Use of AMC facilities, free and discounted rates.
– 30% employee discount on merchandise sold at our facilities and in AMC

catalogues.
– Free AMC membership. AMC members receive AMC Outdoors magazine, a 20%

discount on lodging, a 10% discount on retail goods and access to chapter

events and activities.

Note that benefits may vary based on position and/or work schedule and are

subject to change.

To Apply: Interested candidates

should forward a resume along with a cover letter when applying. No calls

please.

The Appalachian Mountain Club has zero tolerance for child abuse or placing

children in danger. The AMC requires all employees who work in a program

or facility which serves children, disabled persons, or the elderly to have a

criminal background record check performed on their name annually with

employment contingent upon satisfactory results.

The AMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in the workplace.

The AMC encourages the involvement of all people in its mission and activities,

through its membership, programs, policies, and procedures. Our goal is to be a

community that is comfortable, inviting, and accessible for people of any age,

gender, race, religion, ethnicity, ability, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic

status. Join us!