Community Engagement Coordinator

Job Description:

• Plan and implement Trout Unlimited’s community engagement activities in Southeast Alaska
• Educate and engage anglers and community members in fish habitat conservation and restoration
• Host events and regularly attend relevant community events
• Grow a volunteer network advancing conservation and restoration objectives in Southeast Alaska
• Develop new and help maintain existing partnerships
• Support America’s Salmon Forest social media presence through digital content creation and storytelling
• Work on collaborative communications projects with the Alaska communications director
• Represent Trout Unlimited consistently with the organization’s brand, approach, mission, and goals

Requirements:

• Creative vision and enthusiasm for growing a community engagement program in Southeast Alaska
• Experience planning and implementing events, coordinating meetings and conducting public outreach activities
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Familiarity and experience using public communications platforms, including social media and email platforms, podcasts, and video
• Highly motivated and self-directed, with strong time-management skills and demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
• Experience working with diverse communities in a collaborative and inclusive manner
• Passion for Southeast Alaska’s lands, waters and salmon
• Knowledge of salmon and trout habitat needs and how to engage people in natural resource issues
• Commitment to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Must be based in Southeast Alaska
• Ability and willingness to travel throughout Southeast Alaska and to work weekend and evening hours when necessary
• Valid driver’s license and own vehicle required
• Physical ability to stand for several hours at a time and carry and set up equipment for community events
• Resume, cover letter, and a writing sample representing professional skills required

Benefits:

• Remote position
• Seasonal flexibility considered for the right candidate