Regional Job Board

Community Engagement Manager – Sierra State Parks Foundation

Tahoe City, CA

Position Summary:

Sierra State Parks Foundation is seeking a highly organized and self-motivated leader to provide oversight for one of the core operations of our organization. SSPF is a fun, mission-driven partner with California State Parks. We are seeking a candidate who enjoys challenges, is naturally curious, and would be thrilled to work for an organization that is making a positive and lasting impact on the Lake Tahoe-Donner region.

Responsibilities:

• Event planning, production, and management, ranging from small to large scale
• Grant writing and sponsorship acquisition for events and fundraising
• Collaborating with Communications Manager on e-newsletter, video production, ad placement, press releases, social media, etc. Includes marketing, advertising, and brand management
• Website and database management
• Donor and volunteer relations cultivation and retention
• Liaison with Events and Marketing Committees

Requirements:

• High level of organizational skills, attention to detail, and professionalism
• Highly skilled at multi-tasking
• Excels in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities
• Excellent written and oral communications skills
• Comfortable managing databases and producing reports
• Minimum 2-year experience in event planning and production
• Minimum 2-year experience managing volunteers
• Proven experience with marketing and communications
• Social media management to include e-blast production

Experience and Education:

• Bachelors degree plus 2 years applicable work experience
• Experience in the planning and execution of special events and fundraisers
• Experience working with event vendors
• Marketing, public relations, and media experience.

Personable Attributes:

• Creative, energetic, team-player, organized, friendly
• Respect for the rules and regulations of California State Parks
• Willingness to work with State Park staff and facilitate communication
• Must be able to follow policies and procedures and possess the ability to use discretion when non-routine situations arise
• Must be able to handle conflicts in a professional and non-confrontational manner
• Can manage several projects at once, able to focus on details, prioritize and meet deadlines
• Comfortable giving direction to vendors, volunteers, and others
• Highly motivated and able to work effectively under tight deadlines
• Willingness to perform light housekeeping
• Honest and no criminal record
• Ability to lift and carry approximately 25 pounds

To Apply:

• Email your resume, cover letter, and references to: Heidi Doyle, Executive Director at Hdoyle@sierrastateparks.org. For inquiries: 530-314-9731 (cell).

For more information please see the position description.