Awesome Outreach Coordinator Needed

Position Opening The Minnesota Agricultural Water Resources Coalition has a Position Opening for a Outreach Coordinator

Major Duties Organize outreach events to increase producer awareness and understanding of water quality issues, impaired waters programs, and water quality research Interact with producers one-on-one and in small group settings to assist in addressing local water issues Work with the Discovery Farms Steering Committee and other Coalition staff to develop outreach and reporting plans Coordinate communication among Discovery Farms partners, including participating farmers, agencies and the public audiences

Work with technical coordinator, executive director and others in development of educational programming and materials Coordinate workshops and presentations for the Discovery Farms Program

Qualifications:
Bachelors degree or equivalent experience in a field associated with agriculture, soil or water resources, or communication Familiarity with Minnesota impaired waters (TMDL) process
Basic understanding of water quality research issues in Minnesota
Ability to organize and complete duties independently in order to meet goals without direct supervision
Ability to communicate self and ideas effectively, orally or in writing
Ability to utilize personal computer and related software for word processing, data base management and time allocation systems
Ability to travel and maintain flexible hours to maintain producer and industry contacts Ability to attend occasional evening and weekend events
Benefits: Position offers competitive salary and benefit package based on experience.
Application Procedures: Resumes accepted via email. The position will remain open until filled.
Resumes Should Be Sent To:
Minnesota Agricultural Water Resources Coalition
Warren Formo, Executive Director Email: HYPERLINK "mailto:warren@mawrc.org" warren@mawrc.org
You may call Warren Formo at (651) 905-2106 with questions.