Job description
The Nature Study Area Development Coordinator VISTA will be an essential member of the team for this young nonprofit organization. This person will help to build a sustainable fundraising plan and raise operating funds to support the proposed Nature Study area and other TMPF programs. With the help of the Executive Director, Wetland Restoration Program Director, and Development Director, this person will research, write, and report on grants that support the proposed Nature Study Area. Truckee Meadows Parks Foundation is a private nonprofit that was incorporated in 2012 and received its 501(c)(3) determination in 2013. The Parks Foundation protects and enhances our communities' livability through public engagement, education, and the sustainability of our parks, open spaces, and trails. Current programs focus on improving community health and wellness and developing people’s appreciation for the natural and cultural history found in local parks. A special emphasis is placed on increasing access to free programming for low income community members in order to improve education and health outcomes for people living in poverty.
Member Duties : Research, write, and report on grants to support the proposed Nature Study Area; Develop protocols for initial contact, cultivation, and stewardship of major donors of the proposed Nature Study Area; Co-coordinate and spearhead a signature special event that will act as a fundraising and community awareness mechanism for the proposed Nature Study Area; Research wetland restoration best practices, biodiversity, and impacts of invasive species on wetland habitat; Research ways to make the wetland more accessible to underserved groups, including people with mobility issues, Spanish-speakers, low-income school groups, etc. Assist with developing community partnerships to support the proposed Nature Study Area along with the Wetland Restoration Outreach Coordinator VISTA; Continue to develop fundraising strategies and materials to support Truckee Meadows Parks Foundation’s programs; Assist with tracking grants; Assist with Parks Foundation programming and events.
Program Benefits : Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Living Allowance , Childcare assistance if eligible , Training , Health Coverage* , Relocation Allowance .
Terms :
Permits attendance at school during off hours , Permits working at another job during off hours .
Permits attendance at school during off hours , Permits working at another job during off hours .
Service Areas :
Community Outreach , Health , Environment , Education .
Community Outreach , Health , Environment , Education .
Skills :
Communications , Fund raising/Grant Writing , Writing/Editing , Community Organization , Environment , Public Speaking , Education , General Skills .
Communications , Fund raising/Grant Writing , Writing/Editing , Community Organization , Environment , Public Speaking , Education , General Skills .
SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA
Program
Nature Study Area Development Coordinator VISTA
Program Start/End Date
06/05/2023 - 06/04/2024
Work Schedule
Full Time
Education level
Some college
Age Requirement
Minimum: 18 Maximum: None
Program Locations
NEVADA
Accepting Applications
From 01/23/2023 To 07/01/2023
Contact
Kevin Lynch
50 Cowan Dr
Reno NV 89509
7754679339
kevinlynch@tmparksfoundation.org
www.tmparksfoundation.org
Listing ID
118617
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