[ft-l] Tread Lightly! Job Announcement

[kwimmer at fs.fed.us (Kent Wimmer)]

FYI.  A job posting for the Tread Lightly program.

Kent

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Kent L. Wimmer, AICP
Florida National Scenic Trail Liaison
Florida Trail Association, Inc.
kwimmer@fs.fed.us
(850) 523-8576 (w)
(850) 523-8578 (fax)
(850) 386-8442 (h)
Mailing address:
USDA Forest Service
National Forests in Florida
325 John Knox Rd, F-100
Tallahassee, FL 32303-4160
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                      "Dianne Olson"                                                                                                   
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                      htly.org>                cc:      "Jill Scott" <Jill@treadlightly.org>                                           
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Hello,

I would like to announce a position opening at Tread Lightly!, Inc.  Pasted
and attached below is a job description.  Please pass this description on
to anyone you think might be interested.  The application deadline is
September 26, 2003 or until filled and employment will begin as early as
soon as possible.

Thank you for your help in distributing this description.

Kindest regards,

Dianne Olson
Training Education Specialist
Tread Lightly!, Inc.
(801) 627-0077

"Leaving a Good Impression"
TREAD LIGHTLY! JOB OPENING
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POSITION:            Education & Program Specialist
SALARY:            $TBD
BENEFITS:            Full Health & Dental, Paid Vacation and Personal
RESUMES & INTEREST LETTERS DUE:    As Soon As Possible
STARTING DATE: TBD
CONTACT:    Jill Scott, Assistant Director
                        298 24th Street, Suite 325
                        Ogden, UT  84401
                        jill@treadlightly.org
                        www.treadlightly.org
                        No phone calls, please.

Tread Lightly!, Inc. is seeking a dedicated, recreation oriented individual
for a full-time education position at the Tread Lightly! headquarters in
Ogden, Utah.  Tread Lightly! is a national non profit organization that
empowers generations to enjoy the outdoors responsibly through education,
restoration and research.  Tread Lightly! works with natural resource
managers, corporations, media, conservation organizations, clubs and
individuals in disseminating educational materials and programs which
encourage responsible and ethical use of the outdoors while recreating.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBLITIES INCLUDE:

The Education and Program Specialist will oversee Tread Lightly!'s existing
programs such as Restoration for Recreation and will work to develop new
programs consistent with Tread Lightly!'s mission.  The Education and
Program Specialist will work closely with Tread Lightly! partners, members
and Official Sponsors to implement educational opportunities to spread the
message of Tread Lightly! to the public and recreational enthusiasts.

Other responsibilities include:
      Working in conjunction with the Tread Lightly! Education Committee to
      establish goals for education programs and materials.
      Overseeing the updating and development of Tread Lightly! educational
      materials.
      Managing budgets/timelines for the effective implementation of
      projects and programs.
      Traveling to various locations to represent Tread Lightly! and
      present its message and principles.
      Writing proposals, grants and various newsletter articles and press
      releases associated with specific projects.

The ideal candidate for this position should have a strong background in
the outdoors, and in education, have excellent oral and written
communication skills, time management skills, be self-motivated, energetic
and professional.  Other skills include the ability to manage numerous
tasks, projects, staff and interns; strong creative thinking skills; and
computer proficiency (especially in Microsoft Word, Excel and Access
Database).

Tread Lightly! is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications
from people of all races, ages, sexual orientations, ethnic and religious
backgrounds.(See attached file: Ad for Education and Program
Specialist.doc)


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