Old-Growth Forest Legacy Campaign Coordinator

Based in Portland, Oregon, the Old-Growth Forest Campaign Legacy Coordinator is responsible for carrying out the day-to-day activities needed to support a multi-state legislative campaign, including campaign coordination, media communications, grassroots outreach, and the development of e-mail alerts, background papers, web-based campaign materials, and other tools. 

The person holding this position will work in partnership with the national, state, and local environmental organizations seeking old-growth forest protection legislation. This position reports to Oregon Wild's Conservation Director. 

General responsibilities: 

Outreach (40%) 

• Working with coalition partners, develop a grassroots outreach plan aimed at creating greater awareness and support for the protection of old-growth forests;    
• Working with coalition partners, identify important opportunities for grassroots outreach and public education;    
• Develop fact sheets, background papers, postcards, action alerts, and other educational materials as needed to support the campaign;    
• Organize campaign representation at important outreach opportunities, including concerts, neighborhood fairs, outdoor recreation events, etc., and with the goal of increasing support for old-growth protection;    
• Working with coalition partners, identify and seek the endorsement of key businesses, recreation groups, local elected officials, and other opinion leaders.

Communications (30%) 

• Working with coalition partners and Oregon Wild's Conservation Director, draft and implement a communications plan for the old-growth protection campaign;    
• Draft press releases, opinion pieces, letters to the editor, and other media materials needed to generate coverage of the old-growth campaign;    
• In coordination with coalition partners, identify and develop relationships with key members of the news media;    
• Distribute media materials, make follow-up pitch calls;    
• Organize press events, teleconferences, editorial board visits, and other forums to promote the old-growth campaign;    
• Working with coalition partners, identify key old-growth stands; develop fact sheets and acquire photos and video to assist in advocating for their protection.    
• Develop and maintain web-based old-growth campaign materials.

Coalition Coordination (20%) 

• Organize and lead weekly conference calls with coalition members to coordinate activities;    
• Maintain coalition e-mail listserv;    
• Draft and/or edit coalition letters and position papers;    
• Track developments on legislative campaign and related issues, distribute information to coalition groups;    
• Organize and facilitate bi-monthly meetings with campaign partners.

Legislative Support (10%) 

• Working closely with American Lands Alliance and Oregon Wild's Conservation Director, provide the first draft of letters on old-growth legislative matters, as well as educational materials for decision makers;    
• As necessary, coordinate field tours and meetings with Congressional staff.

Requirements: 

• A demonstrated personal commitment to conservation;    
• Knowledge of federal forest policy and management;    
• Experience in developing and running grassroots campaigns;    
• Knowledge of media outreach, along with excellent written and oral communication skills;    
• Ability to manage conflict and work with people of diverse backgrounds;    
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks;    
• Ability to travel throughout the Pacific Northwest.

Salary & Benefits: 

This position is full-time, with benefits, through June, 2008. Continuation is likely, but dependent on grant funding. Salary is $27,000 to $32,000 per year, based on experience. 

How to Apply: 

Submit a cover letter and resume to Human Resources at Oregon Wild by email (PDF file or plain text) or postal mail to: 

Human Resources
Oregon Wild
5825 N Greeley Ave
Portland, OR 97217 

This position is open until filled. Review of completed applications will begin on July 30, 2007. The successful candidate is expected to begin work by late August.

No Phone Calls please.