[Hidden-tech] CT job opening for a River Steward

[Matt Lampiasi]

Posting for a friend please do no contact me.  Contact info is below 
regarding the position.
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_JOB ANNOUNCEMENT_**

 

 

*Connecticut River Steward -- Lower River*

The Connecticut River Watershed Council (CRWC), the principal citizen 
advocate for protecting New England's largest river ecosystem, is 
seeking candidates to be its new River Steward for the lower Connecticut 
River (within the State of Connecticut).  CRWC advocates for the entire, 
four-state Connecticut River watershed.  We work to protect water---the 
river, its tributaries, lakes, fish; and the land, plants, and creatures 
connected to that water. The River Steward Program was created in 1994 
to provide CRWC with an on-river presence and local advocacy capacity.  
Each River Steward serves a specific reach of the Connecticut River and 
works at the community level to promote river conservation and 
restoration.  S/he is both a watchdog and a problem-solver -- addressing 
threats to water quality; promoting conservation actions and policies by 
local and state government and other partners; pursuing opportunities to 
conserve and restore the natural resources of the watershed; and 
building partnerships to achieve these goals.  S/he reports to and is 
supervised by the Executive Director.  Restoration of migratory 
fisheries through installation of fishways and removal of dams is a 
current priority. 

 

_Principal Duties_

 

·          Be familiar with physical features and natural history of the 
lower Connecticut River and its major tributaries.

·          Develop a personal relationship with the principal public 
agencies, local commissions, nonprofit groups, and media that serve this 
region.

·          Keep abreast of and understand the principal environmental 
issues affecting the lower River, advising
the Executive Director on issues that warrant CRWC attention.

·          Develop and carry out strategies and initiatives to address 
issues selected for CRWC action, with special attention to forming 
partnerships where appropriate.

·          Understand the federal Clean Water Act and current and 
proposed environmental laws and regulations in
the State of Connecticut.

·          Develop and present CRWC position statements and comments on 
proposed legislation, regulations, and projects affecting the River and 
the environmental quality of the watershed.

·          Represent CRWC in permit and other proceedings for projects 
determined to be of interest to the Council; and develop coalitions to 
support defense of the River and other environmental interests, as 
appropriate. 

·          Promote awareness of, interest in and support for the 
Watershed Council through all appropriate means, including personal 
contacts, group presentations, events and trips, press releases, 
letters-to-the-editor, etc.

·          Provide technical assistance to grassroots organizations, 
local commissions and others, as appropriate.

·          Develop grants and other sources of funding for CRWC programs 
and projects serving the lower River,
in coordination with the Planning and Development Director.

·          Develop and oversee fisheries restoration projects throughout 
the entire watershed.

·          Maintain records and an organized filing system.

·          Develop annual work plans, and provide the Executive Director 
with quarterly and other reports,
as requested.

 

Location: The Lower River Steward works out of an office in the deKoven 
Community Center in Middletown, CT. 

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_Qualifications_

Qualified candidates should have a graduate degree in ecology, 
freshwater biology, environmental studies,
or related work experience.  The ideal candidate will have three or more 
years field experience in river conservation, resource management, 
environmental planning, or related field.  Excellent verbal and writing 
skills and familiarity with MS Office software is highly desirable.  
Boating interest and experience is also desirable.  This position 
requires someone who is outgoing and self-motivated, able to work well 
on his or her own, able to set priorities and meet deadlines, and 
comfortable leading often diverse community partnerships. 

 

_Salary_ -- Nonprofit salary is commensurate with experience, plus 
health and paid leave benefits. 

 

_Deadline_ -- The application deadline is November 17, 2009. 

 

_Application process_

Send résumé and cover letter to:

 

Chelsea Gwyther, Executive Director

CRWC

15 Bank Row

Greenfield, MA 01301

 

Or by email to cgwyther at ctriver.org  (put "River Steward" in subject line).

 

No phone calls, please.

 

CRWC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to work place diversity. 


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