Field Manager, Healthy Waters Coalition

National Wildlife Federation / NWF; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 72,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Winter break

Family & Medical Leave

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Pet insurance

Job summary

The National Wildlife Federation seeks a Field Manager for the Healthy Waters Coalition to engage and grow coalition members, elevating Ohio River restoration as a national priority. You will foster trust-based partnerships across a broad network and coordinate advocacy initiatives.

Travel may be required 1–3 times per month. Preference is given to candidates in the Ohio River watershed region. The organization offers a flexible, supportive work environment and robust benefits.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of professional experience in issue advocacy, especially building coalitions.

Skills

Partnership building

Coalition development

Communication skills

Project management

Independent work

Organizational skills

Travel readiness

Job description

Founded in 1936, the National Wildlife Federation has grown into America's largest and most trusted grassroots conservation organization with 51 state and territorial affiliates and more than seven million members and supporters, including hunters, anglers, gardeners, birders, hikers, campers, paddlers, and outdoor enthusiasts of all ages and stripes. The mission of the National Wildlife Federation is to unite all Americans to ensure wildlife thrive in our rapidly changing world. We advance this mission through programming focused on conserving wildlife, restoring habitats and waterways, expanding outdoor opportunities, connecting children with nature, advancing environmental justice, and addressing the causes and consequences of climate change.

The National Wildlife Federation is seeking Field Manager for the Healthy Waters Coalition to seek out new and engage existing coalition members in our collective work to elevate Ohio River restoration and protection as a national priority. The Healthy Waters Coalition and its more than 160 members work to protect and restore the interconnected waters of the Ohio River Basin, which supply drinking water to more than 30 million people in portions of Alabama, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Mississippi, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, as well as the federally recognized Tribal Nations of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians and Seneca Nation of Indians.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-5 years of professional experience or equivalent working experience in issue advocacy, with a focus on building and strengthening partnerships and coalitions. Familiarity with conservation and environmental issues preferred.
• Curiosity to learn about, and commitment to help, the communities, partners, and allies with whom we are working to advance shared priorities.
• Successful track record establishing trust-based relationships with internal and external partners across a broad, diverse, and complex landscape.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently in the execution of responsibilities while collaborating with other staff and organizations.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Highly flexible with demonstrated ability to assess rolling tasks in a fast-paced environment and prioritize accordingly.
• Proven ability to use good judgment in working independently, showing initiative, and responding to inquiries.

Occasional travel (1-3 times per month) for Healthy Waters events, professional development, NWF events, or team meetings.

Location and Work Mode:

Preference will be given to candidates who live in the Ohio River watershed, preferable in one of the states with the most land area in the watershed (Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, or West Virginia).

The National Wildlife Federation is committed to a flexible and empowered work environment with an authentic community of care for all staff. The position is a part of the National Wildlife Federation’s Eastern Waters team.

Physical Requirements:

Remaining in a normal seated or standing position for extended periods of time; reaching and grasping by extending hand(s) or arm(s); dexterity to manipulate objects with fingers, for example using a keyboard; communication skills using the spoken word; ability to see and hear within normal parameters; ability to move about workspace. The position requires mobility, including the ability to move materials weighing up to several pounds (such as a laptop computer or tablet).

Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this position with reasonable accommodation. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Please Note:

This job description sets forth the job’s principal duties, responsibilities, and requirements; it should not be construed as an exhaustive statement, however. Unless they begin with the word "may," the Essential Duties and Responsibilities described above are "essential functions" of the job, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Compensation and Benefits:

The salary range for this position is $72,000-$80,000 per year, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

We are proud of our designation by Mogul as a Top 100 Workplace with the Best Benefits!

We value work-life balance and a family-friendly atmosphere with flexible scheduling. We want you to be able to integrate work and personal life with attention to your self-care, so that your work schedule is not depleting. We offer benefits so you feel restored and fueled through the day and week.

We offer these supports to help manage your mental, emotional, and physical health:

• Paid time off: Vacation that starts off at three weeks accrual, unlimited wellbeing (this time can be used for physical, spiritual, emotional, cultural, religious or financial wellbeing for yourself, a partner, or family member - including pets), and 10 holidays.
• We close down for a paid winter break between December 25 to January 1 to recognize end of-year stress, and time for reflection, rejuvenation, and spending time with family.
• Up to 16 weeks of fully paid Family and Medical Leave
• Low-cost health, dental, and vision insurance options - all outpatient mental health is covered at in-network rates
• Therapist available at no cost
• Pet insurance and discount perk program

In addition to your salary, we offer the following supports to your personal finances:

• Retirement plan with immediate match and vesting

If selected for this position, a background check will be conducted.

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