EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

-The Jackson Hole Conservation Alliance, a nonprofit environmental organization at the gateway to Yellowstone and Grand Teton national parks, seeks a passionate and skilled Executive Director to lead the organization into its 4th decade of partnering for a wild and beautiful valley. With 2,000 members and an annual budget approaching $700,000, the Alliance is a respected and knowledgeable voice, inspiring people to stand up for responsible growth. Our focus involves land-use planning and wildlife management on public and private lands within the southern portion of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. Responsibilities include: leading a staff of eight in evaluating and advocating public policy issues; developing strong member, community and government relations; fund raising; working closely with a volunteer board; and ensuring continued organizational success to maintain harmony between human activities and the area’s irreplaceable wildlife, scenic and other natural resources. Salary and benefits DOE/competitive with similar-sized organizations in the region. Send cover letter and resume to: E.D. Search, Jackson Hole Conservation Alliance, PO Box 2728, Jackson, WY, 83001, or edsearch@jhalliance.org. Deadline: Until filled. No phone calls please.

PROJECT COORDINATOR

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position available at Working for Rivers, a Flagstaff-based consulting firm specializing in cost-effective river restoration that focuses on job creation and secondary use of tamarisk. This is an excellent opportunity for a creative, self-directed person interested in growing quickly with a socially-responsible company committed to making a difference in the world. Bachelor’s degree required (master’s preferred) in business, restoration, weed management, agriculture or other related field along with three to five years’ practical experience. Some travel and occasional weekends are expected. Working for Rivers is currently hiring for a half-time position, which we would like to move to a full-time position within six months. Position responsibilities include outreach to corporate, governmental and NGO entities; identification and engagement of potential partners and clients, as well as project development and management. Coordinator will research issues including current river restoration projects, secondary uses of tamarisk, workforce development, funding opportunities, and contractor requirements. Position will include grant and report writing including budget preparation and budget monitoring as well as some office management duties. Candidates must have strong written and verbal communication skills, the ability to engage effectively with a broad range of people including business executives, governmental and NGO staff. Position calls for effective research and organization skills, excellent follow through, and a general knowledge of business practices. The ideal candidate has a commitment to professional growth, is able to work independently, is self-motivated, tolerant of ambiguity, attentive to details, and is willing to jump in and do what needs to be done. Wages are dependent on experience.  Send cover letter, resume, and three references to info@workingforrivers.com by Nov. 15.

SIERRA CLUB JOB OPENINGS, CLEAN ENERGY/NO COAL CAMPAIGN IN NORTHWEST AND ALASKA

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Sierra Club is looking for talented, experienced organizers and a Senior Campaign Representative for its Northwest Clean Energy/No Coal campaign. The Sierra Club strives to reduce carbon emissions 80% by 2050 and replace dirty fossil fuel energy with clean energy efficiency and renewable sources such as wind and solar. Campaign staff will work with coalition partners, volunteers, the media and government officials to ensure policies that meet these goals at the local, state and federal level.

* Associate Regional Representative Portland: Energetic organizers will recruit, train and involve volunteers on public education campaign to move the Pacific Northwest beyond coal and achieve clean energy solutions. Write campaign materials, plan media events.

* Senior Campaign Representative (Seattle or Portland): The Senior Campaign Representative has overall program management responsibility, and provides experienced leadership and strategic planning, for Northwest component of the Western Clean Energy/ No Coal Campaign. Candidates will have experience developing strategy for public education campaigns, representing organizations to the public, media and government officials; and experience with budgets and fund raising.

* Senior Campaign Representative/ National Coal Campaign/ Alaska: Experienced campaigner to lead a team in Alaska that's creating a path to a new energy future for Alaska by moving away from coal and energizing the development of renewable energy. Candidates will have experience developing strategy for public education campaigns and evaluating their effectiveness, representing organizations to the public, media and government officials; and experience with budgets and fundraising.

Deadline to respond: Wednesday, November 26. For more information contact Dan Ritzman dan.ritzman@sierraclub.org. No Calls Please. Send resumes to lori.stutz@sierraclub.org. Sierra Club is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce.

Explore, enjoy and protect the planet.

SIERRA CLUB CHAPTER DIRECTOR, SAN DIEGO CHAPTER

-The San Diego Chapter Sierra Club is seeking an innovative and enthusiastic Chapter Director to focus on increasing the Chapter's resources, to carry out and manage the staff budget and operations of the Chapter's fund raising, conservation program, volunteer development and member services, and media relations. For more information, complete job description, requirements and how to apply go to www.sandiego.sierraclub.org

and look under “about us”. Deadline to receive resumes is Dec. 14. The Sierra Club is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. 

RANGER/NATURALIST

-40 hours per week. $15/hr plus benefits. Some weekend work. Patrols and maintains trails and facilities, greets visitors, conducts outdoor education programs and nature hikes on 97,000 acre Wind Wolves Preserve owned by The Wildlands Conservancy 60 miles north of Los Angeles. Just south of Hwy 166, 10 miles west of I-5. Requires maintenance experience plus ability to teach children. Bi-lingual Spanish/English & Bachelor’s Degree desired. FAX resume to (866) 808-6584 or e-mail to gordon@wildlandsconservancy.org. EOE.

DIRECTOR, NORTHWEST REGIONAL OFFICE

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American Rivers, a national nonprofit organization headquartered in Washington, D.C., seeks a visionary individual with broad knowledge of water and environmental issues and players, demonstrated leadership, management and fundraising experience, and political savvy to lead and manage its operations in Washington, Oregon and Idaho. With an $11 million budget and 65,000 members and supporters, American Rivers works to protect and restore wild rivers and critical landscapes; reduce water consumption; and make water infrastructure “green” and sustainable. The successful candidate will have many of the following qualifications: five to 10 years’ of experience in a senior conservation leadership position; five to 10 years’ managing nonprofit organizations; proven fund-raising and budget skills; willingness and ability to travel; broad knowledge of freshwater resource issues; proven skills in leading staff teams; and a passion for rivers. Salary and benefits DOE. Full job announcement at www.AmericanRivers.org. By email, send cover letter, resume, professional references and salary requirements to: Fanette Jones, Director of Administration, American Rivers, fjones@amrivers.org. Deadline: until filled. No phone calls please. 

HEAL UTAH SEEKS AN OUTREACH DIRECTOR

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to engage the public and our membership in policy decisions pertaining to nuclear waste, and Utah’s energy policy. Full job description at http://healutah.org/who/jobs. To apply submit resume, cover letter, and writing sample to jobs@healutah.org.

TECHNICAL AND WATER POLICY ANALYST

-Western Resource Advocates, a regional nonprofit conservation organization in Boulder, Colo. protecting the West’s land, air, and water, seeks a technical and policy analyst for our Smart Water project. This project pursues creative solutions for meeting growing human water demands in ways that minimize impacts to western rivers. Position involves technical analysis, report writing, and conservation advocacy on municipal water use in Colorado, Utah, New Mexico, Nevada, and Arizona, including conservation programs and policies, municipal ordinances, and water rate structures. Duties include but are not limited to: analysis of supply-side issues, including agriculture-to-urban transfers, re-use, aquifer storage and recovery, proposed structural projects, and climate change. There will be collaboration with local and national conservation organizations, water utilities, local decision makers, and citizen volunteers. Applicants should have at least a Master’s degree in an appropriate field and at least five years’ professional experience, or an equivalent combination of skills and experience. A solid knowledge and experience of water use and demand is essential, as are excellent research, analytical, writing, interpersonal, and strong public speaking skills. A good sense of humor is helpful, and some travel is required. Salary in the $45,000/year range with excellent benefits. E-mail cover letter, résumé, references, and a short writing sample to andria@westernresources.org by Nov. 14. www.westernresourceadvocates.org

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CAPITAL CAMPAIGN COORDINATOR

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The Third Street Center is seeking a capital campaign coordinator to direct a $1.9 million fund-raising effort to transform the former Carbondale Elementary School into a multi-tenant nonprofit and arts center. The Third Street Center is a joint project among the Town of Carbondale, Sustainability Center of the Rockies, and the Roaring Fork Community Development Corporation. Together, the group has formed a 501c3 to convert the former school into a green building that will provide affordable office space for community and regional nonprofit organizations and artists. The capital campaign coordinator will be responsible to the Board of Directors and will manage all activities necessary to successfully raise funds over the next 18 months. Applicants must have strong writing, organizational, and communications skills and have a minimum of five years’ fund raising experience, including development of proposals to foundations and solicitation of major gifts. The position will be a 20 to 30 hour per week contract position. Hourly rate will be commensurate with experience. Cover letter, resume, writing samples, and references to be emailed by Nov. 14th to andi@landandshelter.com. Additional information can be found at: www.thirdstreetcenter.net.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

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Friends of the Boundary Waters Wilderness (Friends) seeks an experienced, energetic Executive Director. Founded in 1976, Friends is a Minneapolis-based nonprofit dedicated to protecting, preserving and restoring the wilderness character of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and the Quetico-Superior ecosystem through public advocacy, legislative action, and education and outreach activities that advance wilderness preservation. For more information about the Friends, and for a complete position description and application instructions, please visit http://www.friends-bwca.org.

ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES ADJUNCT FACULTY

-for courses at Prescott College in the beautiful mountains of Arizona. Permaculture for Drylands – Jan. 2009 and/or Issues of Global Food Production - Spring 2009. M.A/M.S. required.  For more details, visit us at www.prescott.edu/jobs.  

WATERSHED MONITORING SPECIALIST

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The Crooked River Watershed Council (CRWC) is a nonprofit organization promoting stewardship of the Crooked River Watershed to ensure sustainable watershed health, functions, and uses for conservation and economic benefits. The Monitoring Specialist is a full-time position, supervised by the Executive Director of CRWC. The Monitoring Specialist will plan, develop, and manage all aspects of the Watershed Council’s monitoring programs, which include environmental (e.g. water quality) and effectiveness (e.g. restoration) monitoring. The Monitoring Specialist will work with other Watershed Council staff, landowners, and agency partners to develop and implement a suite of monitoring programs for the Watershed Council. Applicants should hold a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in ecology, environmental science, or related discipline, and have a minimum two years’ of experience developing and implementing water quality monitoring or watershed monitoring programs. Salary is up to $40,000 with benefits, depending on experience. Full job announcement, deadline, and application process at http://crookedriver.deschutesriver.org/.

DIRECTOR OF FINANCE, SONORAN INSTITUTE

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a leading conservation organization in the West, is seeking a director of finance to direct the budget process; generate financial reports including financial projections and forecasting cash flow; monitor cash balances; prepare for financial and federal audits; and oversee A/P, PR, grants and contracts.  Required degree in finance/accounting and eight years’ similar experience, including two years of management experience; or equivalent. Prefer CPA and nonprofit fund accounting experience. $70 - 85,000 DOE. This position is located in Tucson, Ariz. More information at www.sonoran.org. Send cover letter, resume and application to: ccarpentier@sonoran.org or Sonoran Institute - HR, 7650 E. Broadway Blvd., #203, Tucson, AZ  85710. Review of applications will begin Nov. 7.  EOE.

COALITION LOBBYIST

-Colorado Environmental Coalition seeks a full-time lobbyist to advocate for the conservation community’s priority legislative agenda at the state legislature. Based in Denver, Colo. For more details go to www.ourcolorado.org. To apply, send resume and cover letter to jobs@cecenviro.org.

UNIVERSITY OF WYOMING, ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, HELGA OTTO HAUB SCHOOL OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES, WYOMING CONSERVATION CORPS

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The Assistant Director of the Helga Otto Haub School of Environment and Natural Resources (ENR), a grant-funded position, will oversee all aspects of the Wyoming Conservation Corps (WCC) including recruiting, training, and supervising paid interns who will serve in a program dedicated to training tomorrow’s leaders in environment and natural resources; coordinate 30 to 50 paid interns and team leaders who work on Wyoming lands, in collaboration with governmental agencies, private industry, nongovernmental organizations, and the WCC Board; develop partnerships and contracts with agencies, administer the budget (~$500k/y) and supervise a small staff. Additional responsibilities include fund-raising and grant writing, training, and promoting the program with various audiences including legislators, land managers, and the general public. Qualifications: Undergraduate degree; a graduate degree preferred. One of the degrees must be in natural resources or a closely related field. Demonstrated experience in project and budget management, public relations, grant writing, outdoor leadership and an understanding of public lands issues. Experience with natural resource agencies in the Rocky Mountain West strongly preferred. All inquiries must be sent to the search chair. Screening of applications will begin Nov. 15 and continue until the position is filled. Applicants must send (electronic submissions preferred) a resume, letter of interest, and contact information for three references to: Karen C. Williams, Ph.D., Search Chair, University of Wyoming, Dept. 3354, 1000 E. University Avenue, Laramie, WY 82071, 307-766-5537, FAX 307-766-5686, cachevki@uwyo.edu.

EARTHWORKS, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

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Mission:
EARTHWORKS (www.earthworksaction.org) is a non-profit, 501(c)-(3) organization dedicated to protecting communities and the environment from the destructive impacts of mineral development, in the U.S. and worldwide. We fulfill our mission by supporting communities and grassroots groups, publicizing the environmental, social, cultural, and economic impacts of mining, and working to improve government policies and corporate practice.

EARTHWORKS' campaigns promote responsible consumption and production practices, biodiversity conservation, recycling, sustainable materials policies, fuel efficiency, and renewable energy. We expose the health, environmental, economic, social and cultural impacts of irresponsible mineral development through our work, which is informed by sound science.

History:
EARTHWORKS was created in 1988 by conservation leaders including former Secretary of the Interior Stewart L. Udall, Phil Hocker and J. Michael McCloskey as an environmental organization that focused on mining and oil and gas issues in the U.S. The organization was then called Mineral Policy Center. Its primary methods included government lobbying, research and policy development, and support to grassroots communities.

In 2004, EARTHWORKS renamed and rebranded itself while it was launching the markets-based No Dirty Gold (www.nodirtygold.org) campaign, expanding its capacity to work on energy issues through a merger with the Oil and Gas Accountability Project (OGAP), and launching a new affiliates program. In 2008, EARTHWORKS launched its No Dirty Energy (www.nodirtyenergy.org) campaign, with an initial focus on stopping destructive tar sands and coal mining. EARTHWORKS has also helped found, and continues to lead, multi-sector initiatives (with mining and jewelry companies, mining-affected communities, unions and other NGOS) to develop standards and verification for mining operations and minerals.

Today EARTHWORKS is recognized by community leaders, NGOs, governments, industry and the media as a leading international NGO providing strategic and campaign leadership on extractive industries issues.

As it enters its twenty-first year, EARTHWORKS is looking for a uniquely qualified leader to serve as its third Executive Director.

Primary Responsibilities:
The Executive Director is responsible for building the organization's financial, creative, and human resources; forging strong partnerships with our allies; building relationships of value with leaders in all sectors; leading the strategic development of our campaigns and programs; advancing and articulating an organizational vision; and adding new constituencies to our campaigns. Specifically, we are seeing a candidate who can:
* Establish the strategic and programmatic direction for the organization and provide guidance to the staff.
* Maintain and increase the profile, reputation, stature, and visibility of the organization.
* Provide leadership in regard to government affairs, our policy agenda, and public relations.
* Provide access to political, policy, corporate and media leaders.
* Ensure a strong reputation and relationships with community leaders and grassroots activists.
* Secure the resources necessary to fund the organization's programs and meet its objectives.

The Executive Director reports to EARTHWORKS' Board of Directors. While the Board has the ultimate legal and fiduciary responsibility for the organization, the Executive Director is responsible for ensuring the sound and effective operation of EARTHWORKS. The Board sets broad policy, strategic direction and approves an annual plan and budget however it is the responsibility of the Executive Director to analyze and prepare recommendations to the Board in these key areas.

The Executive Director is responsible for all executive, strategic, programmatic, and financial and management functions. The Executive Director, supported by the staff, conducts the organization's business and implements its programs.

Qualifications:
We are looking for a candidate who possesses the following attributes: general knowledge and expertise in extractive industries and environmental issues more broadly; senior level campaign and advocacy experience; non-profit management experience; recognized leadership in the environmental field; media expertise and experience; public speaking experience and skills; a strong reputation amongst non-profits and foundations; access to foundations and potential major donors; experience with fund-raising; experience with relevant political and government bodies and regulators; international experience and interest; a track record of effective engagement with community organizations and leaders; and strong skills in strategic analysis and planning.

The ideal candidate will have experience directing campaigns or advocacy programs, and a track record that provides evidence of strong strategic smarts and skills.

The position requires excellent writing, public speaking and media skills. We are also looking for a candidate with experience working with diverse coalitions. The candidate must be comfortable and highly effective in any setting, whether at a meeting of community leaders, a global NGO strategy session, testifying at a Congressional hearing, or the corporate boardroom.

A passion for fundraising and an interest in management and organizational development is essential. The ideal candidate would blend strong strategic skills with a passion for running and building an organization.

Candidates must be adept at working in a fast-paced environment and responding quickly to external events and opportunities. They must thrive in a team setting but also show, from previous experience, an ability to direct and lead.

Experience with extractive sector issues and/or climate change issues is preferred but not required. Experience, at a senior program level, with environmental, conservation, human rights, or related public-interest issues is a pre-requisite. Candidates must have a strong grasp of the dynamics and means to influence governments and institutions, including multinational corporations and international political institutions.

All candidates must have a strong commitment to environmental protection, community benefit and the goals and mission of EARTHWORKS.

Application information:
Excellent salary and benefits commensurate with experience.
EARTHWORKS is an equal opportunity employer.
Please send applications to: edsearch@earthworksaction.org
Please include a cover letter and resume; writing sample and references optional.

All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. We will be accepting applications on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we will not be able to individually contact all applicants.

 

DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT, THE WILDERNESS LAND TRUST

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is recruiting a seasoned professional to serve as its Director of Development. The Director is a member of the Trust’s core management team. In conjunction with the President, the Director of Development is responsible for the development program of the Trust, which is focused on major gifts. This is an opportunity to grow the program of an established, respected and well-funded national conservation organization. Success with the Trust requires maturity, independence, high ethical standards and a dedication to preserving the enduring resource of wilderness. General tasks include developing and stewarding new donor contacts and the existing donor portfolio across the United States to grow donor support to match our significant programmatic success. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a very well respected, stable and growing national organization where individual and team success matter. Five years’ of progressively responsible leadership in fund raising and conservation are required. A graduate degree and specific experience developing major gift programs are highly valued. Please email a cover letter, resume and three references to Reid Haughey, President, at reid@wildernesslandtrust.org. Please write Development Director in the subject line. For more information about our organization and for a full job description, please visit our website at www.wildernesslandtrust.org. Location is flexible. Applications are due by Nov. 30.

GIS LANDSCAPE ANALYST, NORTHERN GREAT PLAINS

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World Wildlife Fund (WWF), the global conservation organization leading international efforts for a living planet, seeks a GIS Landscape Analyst to be responsible for contributing to the research, spatial analysis and map-making needs of the Northern Great Plains Ecoregion Program. This position will maintain a functional and up-to-date GIS database and GIS lab. Will perform periodic updates and general lab maintenance; provide support to programs by doing research and appropriate analyses; prepare maps, figures and spatial analyses upon request by and in coordination with scientists and other program staff.  Assist GIS administrator with developing tools for analysis, management of information and dissemination of the same to staff. Basic requirements: An undergraduate degree in geography, environmental sciences or related field, including appropriate coursework in landscape ecology, GIS and/or remote sensing. In addition, two years’ experience working in GIS and experience developing, completing and evaluating spatial analysis projects required. High level knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS 9.2 and knowledge of other programs that interface with ArcGIS during analysis (MS Excel and Access) required. Preferred Master’s degree in geography, environmental sciences or relate field, five years’ of related work experience, knowledge of the Northern Great Plains ecoregion and applicable statistical software (e.g. R, S-Plus, SAS). This position will be based in Bozeman, Mont. AA/EOE. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. To apply visit http://www.worldwildlife.org/about/jobs.cfm, job #29080.

MONTANA CONSERVATION CORPS – TOOLS TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

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Do you want to make a difference for our lands and people? Are you ready to test yourself? MCC places small teams on diverse conservation and community projects. Serving with the MCC is a great opportunity to learn work skills, develop your leadership competencies, and hone outdoor skills. A robust work ethic is essential. In the end, it is your commitment to serving others - starting with your crew - that yields the most satisfaction, and the greatest fun. The mission of the Montana Conservation Corps is to equip young people with the skills and values to be engaged citizens who improve their communities and environments. Serving with Montana Conservation Corps will have a life long impact not only for you, but also for the communities and landscapes you serve. The Montana Conservation Corps is accepting applications for Youth Crew Leaders, and Crew Members for the 2009 season. Check out our website www.mtcorps.org for more information and an application.

PROGRAM DIRECTOR

-Rocky Mountain Field Institute (RMFI) www.rmfi.org , Colorado Springs, Colo. Full-time salaried, year-round. $30,000 to $35,000, DOE. RMFI is a nonprofit organization working to address critical land preservation and restoration issues at key natural areas in the Southern Rocky Mountain Region by focusing on environmental service and education. Job description: Responsible for overseeing all aspects of project implementation and logistics for our various programs. Extensive time in the field (up to 30 days) is required. Desired skills: Master’s degree preferred in Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Geography, or related field. Experience working with a variety of volunteers and students of varying ages and abilities in completing trail and restoration projects. Self-starter with the ability to take the initiative, set goals, and achieve them. Strong conservation ethic and belief in RMFI’s mission. Must have Wilderness First Aid certification. To apply: submit cover letter, resume, and three professional references to: Liz Nichol, RMFI, 3310 W. Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80904. 719-471-7736. mailto:rmfi@rmfi.org. RMFI is an equal opportunity employer.

SEASONAL COOK

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Remote biological field station in the Chiricahua Mountains of southeast Arizona needs full-time, seasonal, experienced cook (Mar. 1 – Oct 31), groups of 20-75, breakfast, lunch, dinner. Must have experience cooking for vegetarians. Housing, meals, medical, retirement benefits, and salary.  For more information contact Dawn Wilson, Southwestern Research Station, P.O. Box 16553, Portal, AZ 85632; 520-558-2396; dwilson@amnh.org.

EARTHWORKS SEEKING EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

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EARTHWORKS (www.earthworksaction.org) is a nonprofit, 501(c)-(3) organization dedicated to protecting communities and the environment from the destructive impacts of mineral development, in the U.S. and worldwide. We fulfill our mission by supporting communities and grassroots groups, publicizing the environmental, social, cultural, and economic impacts of mining, and working to improve government policies and corporate practice. EARTHWORKS' campaigns promote responsible consumption and production practices, biodiversity conservation, recycling, sustainable materials policies, fuel efficiency, and renewable energy. We expose the health, environmental, economic, social and cultural impacts of irresponsible mineral development through our work, which is informed by sound science. As it enters its twenty-first year, EARTHWORKS is looking for a uniquely qualified leader to serve as its third Executive Director. The Executive Director is responsible for building the organization's financial, creative, and human resources; forging strong partnerships with our allies; building relationships of value with leaders in all sectors; leading the strategic development of our campaigns and programs; advancing and articulating an organizational vision; and adding new constituencies to our campaigns. For complete job description, visit our Website, www.earthworksaction.org/jobs.cfm. Excellent salary and benefits commensurate with experience. EARTHWORKS is an equal opportunity employer.

NEW MEXICO LAND CONSERVANCY (NM), COMMUNICATIONS AND DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR

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Seeking outgoing, highly motivated individual with excellent interpersonal skills to coordinate NMLC’s communications, fundraising and organizational development activities in support of its land conservation in New Mexico. Includes: communications and fundraising strategies and plans, producing and maintaining communications materials, outreach, grant proposals and reports, donor research and cultivation, maintaining databases, and supporting other organizational development activities. To apply: send cover letter, brief writing sample(s), resume and three references to: New Mexico Land Conservancy, P.O. Box 6759, Santa Fe, NM 87502-6759 or admin@nmlandconservancy.org. Complete job description at www.nmlandconservancy.org.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR POSITION AVAILABLE

-Wyoming Conservation Voters and the Wyoming Conservation Voters Education Fund, allied statewide nonpartisan environmental advocacy organizations with a strong political focus, seek a dynamic leader to serve as joint CEO. The organizations are, respectively, 501(c)(4) and 501(c)(3) nonprofit groups which seek to make protection of Wyoming’s environment a top priority among public officials and voters. The successful candidate will have strong communication, leadership, people, problem solving and management skills as well as an entrepreneurial bent. He or she will be politically savvy and have demonstrated a commitment to using political processes to protect Wyoming’s environment, and an ability to empathize with diverse coalition partners and facilitate their collaboration. The Executive Director will be hired by and report to both organizations’ Boards of Directors. Responsibilities include working with the boards to raise and manage an annual budget of $300,000+, with particular responsibility for major-donor cultivation and solicitation; working with the board and other stakeholders to develop and implement a long-term strategic plan; developing and implementing a state-wide civic engagement strategy; implementing necessary business systems (i.e.: budgeting, accounting, personnel policies, etc.); hiring and supervising staff; and working collaboratively with other organizations and interest groups to effectively advocate public policy to protect Wyoming’s natural resources. Relevant qualifications and experience required include successful fundraising experience; experience managing a small nonprofit organization; legislative and public-policy advocacy experience; excellent written and oral communication skills; electoral campaign experience; experience working with volunteer boards; and financial management experience. Candidates with organizing and spokesman/media relations experience are preferred. Additional desired skills include an understanding of Wyoming and the Intermountain West; understanding of Nonprofit Organization legal structures; and basic comfort with technological equipment & database software. The position will be housed in Casper or Cheyenne. A competitive salary and benefits will be offered, depending on experience and leadership ability. Applications will be accepted through January 8, 2009.  We seek to have the successful candidate start no later than March 1, 2009. Please send resume and cover letter electronically to: search@wyovoters.org.

DEPUTY PLANNING ADMINISTRATOR

-The Teton County, Idaho, Planning and Building Dept currently has an opening for a Deputy Planning Administrator. This position assists with the planning and zoning functions of the office and requires skill in: Land use regulations; Analyzing development proposals, site design plans, and land use applications for compliance with regulations, standards, and statutes; Preparing and presenting staff reports for the Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of County Commissioners; Customer service, and; Teamwork. Candidates must be highly organized and be able to maintain effective working relationships with other departments, public officials, state agencies and organized groups. A bachelor’s degree in urban or regional planning or a closely related field and three years’ of planning and zoning experience is required. A master’s degree in planning or related field is preferred. A full job description is available on the county website. Starting salary is $55,000 annually. Submit application and resume to the Teton County Planning Administrator at 89 North Main Street # 4, Driggs, ID  83422 or email to pvaile@co.teton.id.us. Applications can be found at www.tetoncountyidaho.gov

. Applications will be accepted through Oct. 30.

DESCHUTES RIVER CONSERVANCY

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 seeks two highly motivated professionals who will thrive in a fast-paced nonprofit environment. Our organization focuses on restoring stream flow and improving water quality in Oregon’s Deschutes Basin through collaborative, market-based approaches. The Program Associate will work with our water leasing and transfers programs to shepherd instream water rights applications from development to finalization. Candidates applying to this position should be detail oriented and ready to work across program areas. The Project Manager will oversee all aspects of flow restoration projects in the Deschutes Basin. The ideal candidate will be as comfortable working with diverse partners as they are at budgeting large-scale projects. See the full job announcements at www.deschutesriver.org for qualifications and application instructions. We will begin considering applicants for these positions on Monday, Nov. 17. These positions are open until filled.

THE NATURE CONSERVANCY OF COLORADO

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is seeking a North Park Project Director to develop, coordinate and lead a land conservation program in the one million acre North Park landscape in northern Colorado. This position is half-time for three years. Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree in resource management, business, law or related field and five years’ experience in conservation, real estate, natural resources or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience. The location of the position is negotiable. Apply by Nov. 24 at http://www.nature.org/careers/ for Job ID #10583.

“FRIENDS OF THE DESERT MOUNTAINS”

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a land trust organization in Palm Desert, Calif. is seeking a CEO/Executive Director. FODM’s mission is “acquire, preserve and protect lands in the Coachella Valley area and increase awareness / support for these efforts and for the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument”. FODM owns 13,000 acres of land and involved with 30,000 in land deals involving millions of dollars. Position is full-time salaried with benefits. Resumes to CSteinke3@cox.net.

DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR

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The Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance seeks a passionate professional to lead our development team. Responsibilities include: directing major donor and planned giving programs, directing foundation work carried out by the development manager, supervising other development activities, and managing development and administrative staff. Send cover letter, resume, and recent writing sample to scott@suwa.org or visit www.suwa.org/jobs for more information.

DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT AND COMMUNICATIONS, UTAH WILDLIFE AND CONSERVATION FOUNDATION

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Organization: The Utah Wildlife and Conservation Foundation (UWACF) is a Utah-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit foundation founded in March 2007.  UWACF has two primary focuses, to promote appreciation and conservation of the Great Salt Lake ecosystem and to ensure the future of Utah’s 75 “at risk” native wildlife species. Position: This is a new, full-time position created to enhance awareness of the foundation and expand and diversify its funding bases. This individual will have responsibility for establishing and implementing the strategic and operational direction for the foundation’s fund-raising and communications programs. For more information on the position please email the UWACF Executive Director, Robert Hasenyager at roberthasenyager@utah.gov.

COLORADO OPEN LANDS (COL), LAND STEWARD/GIS SPECIALIST

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COL, a statewide accredited land trust is seeking a dynamic full-time staff person to provide conservation easement stewardship and GIS services. Requirements: BA/BS in resource management or related skills as well as strong skills in ArcGIS 9.x with two to three years’ of experience. Candidate will be responsible for all aspects of conservation easement monitoring on properties throughout Colorado and will conduct GIS analysis and cartographic production to support COL’s operations. Excellent problem-solving abilities a must. Significant travel within Colorado required. Salary: $Mid-30s, plus benefits. For complete job description, visit our Website www.coloradoopenlands.org.  Send cover letter and resume by Nov., to Cheryl Wagner, Colorado Open Lands, 274 Union Boulevard, Suite 320, Lakewood, CO 80228, or email same to cwagner@coloradoopenlands.org. No phone calls please.

TEN WOODED ACRES

-LaPine, Ore. area. $165,000. Owner will carry with ½ down. 541-602-2901.

TERRY, MONTANA

-Enjoy quiet, small town living in eastern Montana. Three-bedroom on 15 lots/1.4 acres. $43,500. 541-602-2901.

10 PLUS ACRES GEO-THERMAL DEVELOPMENT

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Three production wells. Elko, Nev. 775-726-3435.

35 ACRES

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on LaPlata River. Mydurangoland.com.

FOR SALE

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10 acres, Snowflake, Ariz. County road access, underground electric and phone available. $160,000. Call 602-348-1110.

NEW CRAFTSMAN-STYLE HOME

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on 18 elevated acres bordering public lands in Teton County, Idaho. Go to www.tetonvalleycraftsman.com.

FOUR-BEDROOM LOG HOME ON SIX ACRES NEAR LOGAN, UTAH

-Views of Wellsville and Naomi wilderness areas. Over 500 trees, well, canal water rights. Horse property with corral and horse shed. Five miles to Utah State University. $599,000. 435-563-3488, e-mail bozbie@hotmail.com.

MOAB AT PACK CREEK RANCH

-Great views from this two-bedroom, 1.5-bath home on one acre near Forest Service boundary. 1550-square-feet, great room, family room with vaulted ceiling, loft, garage/workshop. Stucco and slate tile on exterior, and cork, slate, and stained concrete inside. Very energy efficient. $650,000. 435-259-5399.

HOME OF LONG RANGE VIEWS AND LIGHT

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Escape to Montana to live in a four story Gold Rush miner's mansion for $399,000. Visit site at: http://www.forsaleinhelena.com/.

SEEDS FOR COLD COUNTRY

-since 1984. Siberian tomatoes, heirloom vegetables, herbs, native grasses, wildflowers. Tested above 6,000 feet in Idaho. Organic. Family-owned. Catalog $4. Seeds Trust, High Altitude Gardens, P.O. Box 596, Cornville, AZ 86325. 928-649-3315. www.seedstrust.com.

NATIVE PLANT SEED

-Wildflowers, grasses, trees, shrubs, wetland species, regional seed mixes. Great selection for the Rocky Mountains/western Great Plains. Free catalog. Western Native Seed, P.O. Box 188, Coaldale, CO 81222, 719-942-3935, www.westernnativeseed.com.

RENEWABLE ENERGY PRODUCTS FOR REMOTE HOMES

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solar water pumping, back-up power systems. Visit our web sites www.oasismontana.com,
www.PVsolarpumps.com, www.LPappliances.com, www.grid-tie.com or call
toll-free for information 877-627-4768.

SANTA FE VACATION RENTAL

-Run by outdooor nuts. See our home page: lacasasantafe.com. 505-231-6670.

THE ART OF WESTERN LODGING –

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Arizona vacation rentals surrounded by Sonoran sunshine and Nature Conservancy riparian area. Hike private river trails at Rio Tierra Casitas B&B in Wickenburg. Daily-weekly-monthly. 928-684-3037,   www.wickenburgrentals.com.

VACATION/RENTAL ON COLORADO’S WESTERN SLOPE

-Beautifully renovated three-bedroom furnished home at 6200 elevation in fruitful North Fork Valley - Paonia. Generous porch, spacious country kitchen, abundant light, mountain views, cozy family room, DSL. Daily/weekly/monthly. Email Meg peacespeak@yahoo.com

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ROCKY MOUNTAIN MAPS AND GUIDEBOOKS

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Your online source for maps, guidebooks and links to the Rocky Mountain West. rockymtnmaps.com, 866-695-0931.

VACATION RENTAL

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Furnished home for short-term rental in Bluff, Utah. A quiet and safe place in the red-rock high desert. Visit petroglyphs, raft, hike, bike. $425/week or $1,500/month. 505-598-5593, chizhiiham@mac.com.

TUCSON - COZY, COMFORTABLE, FRIENDLY HOUSE

-Everything furnished. Perfect for a great getaway. Quiet neighborhood. Dog friendly. Two bedrooms, one bath, beautiful trees, patio and spacious yards. Lots of birds. Daily, weekly, monthly rental. For latest photos and information, contact Lee: 520-791-9246, cloler@cox.net.

www.publiclands.org

-www.publiclands.org — Your best online source for information, maps and books about the public lands of the West. Winner of the 2006 Beacon Award.

WHITEBARK, INC.

-Environmental and technical service provider. 8(a), SDB, WOSB, HUBZone-certified. Primary NAICS codes 541620, 541990,115310. www.whitebarkinc.com.

MS ACCESS DATABASE DEVELOPER

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Discounted rates for nonprofits, green businesses, HCN subscribers. Decades of experience. Contact Melissa Dunning: 720-480-3682, lissa@megalo.com, www.megalo.com.

SUCCESSFUL ENVIRONMENTAL/MULTICULTURAL GRANTS AND DEVELOPMENT GROUP

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now accepting new clients. Twenty years of experience. Let us help you. SudWest@hotmail.com.

FIND LOVE AND SAVE THE PLANET

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Photo personals for singles who value the environment, green living, natural health, spirituality. For friendship, dating, romance. Free to browse. Free to join. Thousands of members at www.GreenSingles.com.

2009 EXPLORING THE COLORADO PLATEAU

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Thirteen month calendar – Jan. 2009 thru Jan. 2010
Author & Photographer: Jim Ridge
$12.95
Light Rain Productions, 2008
ISBN # 978-0-09714312-6-3
www.extcp.com, 314-651-3607
Explore red rock canyons, sandstone arches & aspen covered mountains on The Colorado Plateau.  Visit a region of 40 National Parks & Monuments & millions of acres of public land.  Captions provide GPS coordinates & road conditions to plan your adventure.

WOMAN ON THE ROCKS: The Mountaineering Letters of Ruth Dyar Mendenhall

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Edited by: Valerie Mendenhall Cohen
352 pages, softcover, $18.95
Spotted Dog Press, Inc. 2007
ISBN: 978-1-893343-15-3
http://spotteddogpress.com/shopsite_sc/index.html
800-417-2790
The letters collected in this book document the fifty-year mountaineering career of Ruth Dyar Mendenhall, ". . . A priceless collection of letters and accounts by one of the first women climbers in America," says Lynn Hill. Malinda Chouinard, of Patagonia, calls Woman on the Rocks “an important addition to American women’s climbing history.”

WHERE THE GREAT RIVER BENDS: A natural and human history of the Columbia at Wallula

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Edited by Robert J. Carson
240 pages, 264 illustrations, softcover, $35.00
11”x 8.5” full color
Keokee Books • November 2008
ISBN 978-1-879628-32-8
www.KeokeeBooks.com
or 1-800-880-3573
A place where geography has defined history, Wallula Gap is that narrowing of the mighty Columbia River midway between the Rocky Mountains and Pacific Ocean. This new book tells the geological, natural and human history of this remarkable gateway to the Columbia Plateau.

WANTED

-$80,000 for 10 years at eight percent interest. Central Oregon land for collateral. 541-602-2901.

NEED A WRITING RETREAT?

-“Your retreat is a sanctuary and a place of creative invention. You are user-friendly!”  Work with Linda M. Hasselstrom, award-winning essayist and poet, in her prairie home. www.windbreakhouse.com; info@windbreakhouse.com; 605-255-4064; or SASE to Windbreak House, P.O. Box 169, Hermosa,  SD  57744-0169.

WITH PICKS, SHOVELS, AND HOPE: The Legacy of the CCC on the Colorado Plateau

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Wayne K. Hinton and Elizabeth A. Green
304 pages, softcover, $30.00
Mountain Press Publishing Company, 2008
ISBN# 978-0878425464
http://mountain-press.com/, 1-800-234-5308
When our nation was in the depths of the Great Depression, an army of young
men went to work on our public lands creating the visitor-friendly places
they are today. This is the story of their work on the Colorado Plateau.

WILD FOR WILDERNESS

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online auction. Great deals, great fun, a great cause. Go to http://auction.greatoldbroads.org/.

COMMUNITIES ON THE EDGE

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A Web series of photo atlases describing land use issues faced by rural communities on the edge of National Forests. www.spatialinterest.info.