Program Coordinator Position Opening

Position Title: Program Coordinator
Location: Central Indiana/remote work
Salary: $55,000 – $65,000 based on qualifications and experience
Application deadline: COB 12/8/2021

Description
State of Indiana Cooperative Invasives Management (SICIM) is a 501-c-3 non-profit organization who is now working with partners statewide to protect, restore, and enhance Indiana’s landscapes by coordinating efforts to identify, prevent, and control invasive species. SICIM has entered into a contribution agreement with the USDA-NRCS to develop a local Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area (CISMA) in every county in Indiana.

Qualifications and Experience
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Natural Resources field or equivalent experience.
• Vehicle and valid drivers’ license – significant travel will be required.
• Working knowledge of invasive species and vegetative management practices.
• Flexibility to work irregular schedule including evenings and weekends.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and set priorities within broad goals and objectives.
• Computer skills.
• Good physical condition – ability to participate in educational and work activities in natural areas with rough terrain.
Preferable:
• Master’s degree in Natural Resources field or equivalent experience.
• Experience coordinating volunteers.
• Project management experience.
Duties and Responsibilities
The primary responsibility of the Program Coordinator is to work with conservation organizations around the state to facilitate the development of CISMAs. The Program Coordinator will:
• Assist Regional Specialists with CISMA establishment, especially in areas where none exist.
• Update the CISMA organizational template as needed.
• Be the liaison for the NRCS Contribution Agreement.
SICIM is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
• Publicize opportunities related to the agreement to local SWCDs and CISMAs.
• Tracking, reporting and follow-up on all aspects of the project including preparation of project reports.
Other duties and responsibilities include:
• Strengthen involvement and relationships with SICIM’s partner organizations.
• Lead development and implementation of Indiana Conservation Partnership staff trainings.
• Coordinate statewide invasive species efforts at the state level in partnership with the Indiana Invasive Species Council.
• And other duties as directed by SICIM’s Board.

Questions regarding this position should be directed to Will Drews at willem.drews@in.nacdnet.net or by phone at 812-882-8210, ext. 3408.
To apply, submit a resume, cover letter, and three work-related references to Will Drews, SICIM Chair, at: sicim.info@gmail.com .