[OKC] FW: job opportunity

[Shauna Lawyer Struby]

FYI -  job info received from our friends at the Cimarron Sierra Club. For
more info reply directly to the contact email shown below. 

 
1/27/10 


ANNOUNCEMENT OF JOB OPENING 

 

APPLY TO  <mailto:RESUMES at SIERRACLUB.ORG> RESUMES at SIERRACLUB.ORG PLACING THE
FOLLOWING IN THE SUBJECT LINE : "Associate Regional Representative, Coal,
Oklahoma OK - SCHQ ", FULL TIME, GRANT DEPENDENT, LIMITED DURATION (SIX
MONTHS  FROM DATE OF HIRE) SALARY: CATEGORY 5, $2,666.66+/MONTH,
COMMENSURATE WITH SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE PLUS BENEFITS, THIS POSITION IS
REPRESENTED BY A COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNIT 

 
Job Date: 01/10 
Job No.: R1053A 
Category: 05 
Union: (JML100) 
FLSA:  Exempt 
FTE: 1.0


Sierra Club Job Description 

Job Title:          Associate Regional Representative, Coal Campaign 

Department: Conservation 

Reports to:         Senior Regional Organizing Manager, Central Region 

Context:        Carries out the strategies and activities for the Coal
Campaign in collaboration with the Regional Representative in Texas.
Participates in the development of strategies and priorities.   

Scope:        The Associate Regional Representative coordinates with chapter
and national staff and volunteers on a broad, education effort on coal and
related energy and conservation issues throughout Texas. 

Job Activities: 

.        Works to develop and/or support strong Sierra Club committees and
presence in the state and region on issues of coal and related energy and
conservation issues, in coordination with staff and volunteers. 

.        Collaborates in the development of campaign strategy and
implementation, including developing and training strong grassroots
networks. 

.        Represents Sierra Club to the public and in the media, including
developing public education and media strategy. 

.        Develops positive working relationships with existing coalitions on
coal and related energy and conservation issues; works to build and sustain
issue coalitions. 

.        Educates and trains volunteer leaders, including writing training
materials. 

.        Organizes volunteers to lobby public officials on issues of
importance to Sierra Club. 

.        Coordinates preparation of online and print communications. 

.        Participates in political campaign strategy and works on electoral
campaigns. 

.        Monitors or participates in public meetings and local activities in
Minnesota related to coal and related energy and conservation issues. 

.        Performs miscellaneous duties as directed. 


Seasonal Activities: 

Heavier seasonal workloads may occur as a result of project deadlines, staff
absences and vacancies, and during peak activity periods.  Frequent weekend
and/or evening work required. 


Knowledge and Skills: 

.        B.A./B.S. degree in Environmental Studies, Political Science or a
closely related field. 

.        1-2 years' experience in grassroots organizing and volunteer
leadership development 

.        Valid driver's license, satisfactory driving record, and proof of
auto insurance required. Requires extensive travel. 

.        Good written and oral communication skills. 

.        Prior experience and ability writing training and information
materials. 

.        Prior experience and knowledge of advocacy and coal issues. 

.        Demonstrated ability and effectiveness working with volunteers. 

To view our other job opportunities, please visit
<http://www.sierraclub.org/careers> www.sierraclub.org/careers 

Sierra Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse
workforce. 

Explore, enjoy and protect the planet. 

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