Program Assistant for Conservation and Stewardship

~ The Clear Lake Township Land Conservancy works to preserve, protect, and manage the natural environment within the watershed and township for future generations. ~

Clear Lake Township Land Conservancy (CLTLC) is a small, community-supported, 501(c)(3) nonprofit land conservation organization located at Clear Lake in Fremont of Steuben County, nestled in the northeast corner of Indiana where Indiana, Ohio and Michigan come together. An all-volunteer Board of Directors guides the efforts of CLTLC. The Board members and community volunteers serve on numerous committees that, in conjunction with our Executive Director, strives to accomplish our mission.

For over 25 years, CLTLC has been entrusted with preserving and protecting this cherished corner of northeast Indiana through ongoing conservation and stewardship efforts. Our focus area includes the Town of Clear Lake, the Clear Lake Township and the Clear Lake watershed. With the support of individual donors, foundations, and volunteers and in partnership with local, state, and federal agencies we protect and preserve 15 important properties within the Clear Lake watershed. Each year we conduct water quality monitoring to guide our water quality enhancement efforts and approaches. We believe that building an appreciation for nature is essential in achieving our mission of watershed level preservation and management. We organize and host a variety of workshops, events, and outings that encourage youth and the community to think about nature and our environment and ways they can positively impact it.

Position Overview

The Clear Lake Township Land Conservancy (Conservancy) in NE Indiana is seeking a motivated individual with interest in preservation of natural resources and taking an active role in land and water conservation in northeastern Indiana.

The Conservancy, a steadily growing organization focused on the protection of the natural environment of Clear Lake Township, requires the employment of a Program Assistant to support the Executive Director in conservation operations and stewardship activities.

The Program Assistant is a part-time position to be filled by a qualified individual who will work with the Conservancy Executive Director assisting and supporting day-to-day operations, community outreach, Conservancy communications, and property stewardship activities. The work will be in a wide range of tasks/projects that directly influence the efficiency and effectiveness of the Conservancy in fulfilling its mission, such as:

Responsibilities

• Designated general administration responsibilities
• Research of and application for grants
• Development of informational website materials and social media content
• Manage community conservation programs and volunteers
• Manage land stewardship and educational events enabling the organization’s continued growth and capacity building into the future

Qualifications

• Environmental based studies/education or experience related to the Conservancy’s mission
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities
• Resourceful and tenacious problem solving leading to successful outcomes
• Demonstrated event planning skills/experience
• Ability to physically work outdoors in a variety of terrain and weather conditions
• Ability to lead school and other groups on hikes in excess of three miles
• Willingness to work some evenings and selected weekends and with some travel
• Experience in recruiting, training, and managing volunteers
• Experience working and communicating with adults and children in group settings
• Demonstrated strong writing skills and critical eye for accuracy
• Experience preparing and managing proposals for grant submission/capture
• Pleasant and enthusiastic personality with the ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Satisfactory background check
• Must be experienced with Microsoft Office and demonstrated ability to learn other administrative and marketing platforms (i.e. QuickBooks, Mailchimp, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Little Green Light, etc.)

Compensation

• Compensation is commensurate with experience.
• Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

To Apply

• Email resume, cover letter, and three professional references to Bridget Harrison.
• In the subject line put Program Assistant for Conservation and Stewardship.
• No phone calls, please.