Position posting

The North Cascades
	Grizzly Bear Outreach Project [GBOP]

News Item
August 2006

Position announcements:
GBOP seeking Field Coordinators

Wildlife Education Field Coordinator

Positions now filled.

We are currently seeking candidates for two new GBOP positions as part of our southward expansion. The positions are identical, but each focuses on a different geographical area.

Position 1 will be based in or near to North Bend, covering an area from approximately Issaquah to Liberty. This position now filled.

Position 2 will be based in or near to Leavenworth, covering an area from approximately Sultan to Wenatchee. This position now filled.

Part time positions (2 days per week) coordinating outreach activities of the Grizzly Bear Outreach Project and it's associated Bear Smart Program. Minimum education and experience include a bachelor’s degree and experience planning and implementing community programs. Pays $16/hour incl. Must have dependable transportation (0.42c/mile reimbursed) and must reside in project area. Email resume, letter and references to Chris Morgan and Jim Davis.

More information about the North Cascades Grizzly Bear Outreach Project (GBOP): www.bearinfo.org/aboutGBOP.html

More information about the position:

The Grizzly Bear Outreach Project (GBOP) promotes an accurate understanding of grizzly bears and their recovery in the North Cascades Ecosystem through community education and involvement. We work very closely with community members in a non-advocacy setting - gauging knowledge and opinions, providing easy access to accurate information about grizzly bear ecology, safety, behavior, and recovery, and also ways to prevent conflicts with black and grizzly bears. GBOP began in 2002 and has received widespread acclaim for it's innovative approach and great potential for replication in other areas.
Position includes conducting one-on-one meetings with the public, arranging and managing a community group, delivering slide programs, brochure and poster distribution, other educational events, working closely with community members etc.
Relevant Bachelor's degree. Experience with environmental education, and organizing community-based activities definitely an asset.
Person must be an innovative self-starter, and someone who can work diligently without close supervision.
Person must be self-motivated, and able to motivate and inspire others to get engaged.
Wildlife knowledge/experience is preferred.
Teamwork and flexibility essential.
Internet access critical.
Part-time contract (2 days per week). $16 per hour inclusive.
Hours flexible. Some weekends, some evenings - depends on audience needs.
Travel time is included in paid time.
Mileage is compensated at 0.42c/mile. Need a dependable car.
Position begins October 2006. Initial position 6 months, extension possible pending review and project funding status.
Interviews will be held September 2006.
Ideal part time position for retiree.

Please email resume, letter of interest and three professional reference contact details to:

Chris Morgan and Jim Davis (GBOP Co-Directors)

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