Outreach Coordinator

APPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN CLUB•Gorham, NH

10d•$22 - $22

About The Position

Ready to dive into epic outdoor adventures and make a positive impact on the environment? Look no further than the Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) - the oldest conservation, education, and recreation organization in the USA! Our passion for the outdoors knows no bounds, and we want YOU to be a part of it. As an employee, you'll unlock access to exciting programs, policies, and procedures that empower you to make a real difference. Join the AMC team now and embark on the journey of a lifetime! The Programming and Outreach Coordinator (OC) position is a three-season position that is on a full-time 6 month contract from mid-April to mid-November, and part-time contract from January to April. This position is partially office-based and partially field-based during the high season. The fundamental responsibility of the BCP is to protect the surrounding natural resources by offsetting recreational impacts, and to provide maximum benefit to the public who use the AMC managed backcountry campsites. The OC plays a critical role in caretaker training and backcountry public education, specifically with respect to organized groups. The OC position is collaborative not only within the Trails Department, but with other AMC departments such as A Mountain Classroom, Accounting, AMC Research, and AMC PR. The OC is also responsible for maintaining a variety of databases and entering and analyzing program use and financial data. The OC should anticipate spending 40% of their time in the field while ensuring to fulfill all their administrative duties throughout the season. The OC largely designs their own schedule based on the needs of the program, and they should expect to work a regular 40-hour week (although at times they may need to work more than that). The OC reports to the Backcountry Resource Manager but works collaboratively with the BCP Field Coordinator.

Requirements

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel functions
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Leave-no-trace trainer (minimum)
Wilderness first aid (minimum)
Adaptable to last-minute schedule changes/program needs
Flexible work schedule
Attention to detail
Willingness to travel
Strong interest in backcountry education and management
Experience living and working in the backcountry
Working knowledge of AMC Backcountry Campsite Program

Responsibilities

Assists in seasonal caretaker staff hiring, interviews, and training
Supports with pre-season airlifts and bark prep (human waste composting system)
Opens and closes backcountry campsites as needed
Creates and manages backcountry caretaker schedule and caretaker binder resources
Manages Group Notification System (GNS)
Collaborates with AMC IT to ensure form visibility and functionality on outdoors.org
Weekly notifications to BCP leadership team
Maintains open lines of communication with and contact info for organized groups
Communicates with site users about Leave-No-Trace best practices, USFS rules, and trail advice
Collaborates with AMC PR to create social media posts and educational blogs
Responsible for data entry and graphic visualization of BCP Site Use and Finances
Creates framework for training schedule and midsummer appreciation day
Site visits caretakers at least once throughout the season to model expectations (projects, visitor interactions, site maintenance) and support caretaker wellbeing
Fills-in as site caretaker when needed
Contributes to field projects and outstanding field needs (overdue runs, shelter projects, etc.)
May support or lead specialized programs/initiatives such as site phenology plots, privy outreach, Bear Canister campaigns, SOLSA liquid separator system, alpine steward and trail volunteers, etc.

Benefits

Room & Board: Dorm-style room for $45/week – meals included, too!
Insurance: Available with positions that are 6 months or longer and when working greater than 30 hours per week
Retirement: Voluntary 403(b) Contribution
Paid Time Off: earn up to 10 days of paid earned time depending on length of service
Other Team Member Perks:
30% discount on AMC Merchandise
Free Annual AMC Membership
4 Free nights at AMC locations
Prodeals discounts on equipment & gear and more!

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