Coalition Coordinator

The Lower Hudson Coalition of Conservation Districts is a coalition of Soil and Water Conservation Districts in the Lower Hudson River Watershed of New York State. The Coalition's mission is to serve as local leaders in a national-state-local partnership to preserve, protect, and enhance the natural resources with a focus on water quality of the Hudson River Estuary and its watershed.

The Coalition was formed in 1999 with assistance from the New York State Soil and Water Conservation Committee. The Coalition has received grants from the State to implement conservation projects and education and outreach programs in the Hudson River Estuary watershed. The Coalition is also the organizer of the Annual Southeast New York Stormwater Conference and Trade Show.

Position Overview:

The Coalition seeks a motivated and capable individual to serve as Coordinator to take the Coalition to the next level. This pivotal position will oversee the program and lead efforts that serve as a catalyst to fund and implement Coalition priorities and projects throughout the Hudson River Estuary watershed.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Coalition in developing grant proposals
• Seek funding opportunities
• Keep our partners - federal, state, local agencies, not-for-profits, elected officials - updated on Coalition activities
• Facilitate communication among member Districts
• Schedule and coordinate Coalition meetings
• Assist the Coalition with the development of strategies for implementing Coalition's priorities
• Administer grants, including tracking expenses and progress and preparing reports
• Represent the Coalition at various meetings
• Plan and organize the Annual Southeast New York Stormwater Conference and Trade Show

Qualifications:

The candidate must:

• have a Bachelor's degree in natural resources management or a related field,
• have an in-depth understanding of the work of Soil & Water Conservation Districts, including non-agricultural issues such as stormwater management and urban conservation,
• have good knowledge of natural resources issues in the Hudson River Estuary watershed,
• be comfortable working with partner agency representatives and elected officials,
• have good networking skills,
• be self-sufficient and able to work independently with minimum supervision,
• have written grant proposals and been awarded grants

Terms of Employment:

This is an independent contractor position, requiring only part time hours. The Coordinator will report to the Steering Committee of the Coalition. The Coalition will provide a work plan with mile stones for the Coordinator. The initial contract is for one calendar year. If the Coordinator is successful, the contract may be extended. The contract may be terminated if the Coalition determines the milestones are not met in a timely manner.

The Coordinator will work from a location of her/his choice. The Coalition will provide the Coordinator with an expense account for charges for telephone calls, internet connection, faxes, postage, travel and other office-related expenses. The Coalition has a budget of $15,000 for the first 12 months.

Compensation: The Coordinator will be paid by the hour. There are no benefits offered for this position.

To Apply:

Please submit your résumé and a list of accomplishments to Kevin Sumner. The list of accomplishments should include:

• Natural resources conservation projects you have been involved with (please describe your role in the project(s))
• Your past experiences/work relationships with a Soil and Water Conservation District
• Successful grant applications

Orange County Soil & Water Conservation District
Attn Kevin Sumner
225 Dolson Ave  Ste 103
Middletown NY  10940-6574