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- Grants Specialist (Temporary, Part-time)
Mississippi Watershed Management Organization (MWMO)
Minneapolis, MN
Reports to: Jenny Winkelman, Education and Outreach Program Manager
Classification: Grants Specialist, Temporary, Part-Time
Hours: Not to exceed 15 hours per week. Some nights and weekends are required.
Pay: $16.50-$20.00 per hour
DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for providing support to partners and implementing the Stewardship Fund Program on a temporary basis through October. Administers contracts with partners, keeps records, and coordinates the grant application and review process. Key audiences for the Stewardship Fund Program include: neighborhood organizations, business and professional associations, nonprofit organizations, schools, member communities, and underserved populations. More information on the Stewardship Fund Program can be found at: http://www.mwmo.org/stewardshipfund.html.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:- Administer grant contracts, including receiving and approving final reports and reimbursement requests.
- Advertise the Fall Mini Grant and Action Grant deadline to constituents and member communities.
- Hold information sessions and respond to requests for information and resources, including giving feedback on draft grant applications.
- Collect grant applications and coordinate the review process.
- Maintain accurate records.
- Represent the MWMO at partner events and neighborhood, community, and other meetings, as needed.
- Participate as a member of the staff team by supporting and cooperating with other staff.
- Perform miscellaneous duties as required; Keeps office space in a clean and presentable condition.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Education:
Four year degree in Environmental Studies, Natural Resources, Landscape Architecture, Urban Planning, Public Administration or a related field, and coursework with an ecological or environmental focus. An equivalent combination of relevant education, experience and professional licenses may be considered.
Experience:
Minimum of one year experience working in a field related to project management, grant writing or reviewing, education, public outreach, community organizing, watershed-based planning, or urban environmental planning. Knowledge of and/or experience with the MWMO and the Stewardship Fund Program desired, but not required.
Please note: MWMO policy does not allow employees to be a recipient of active or future Stewardship Fund grants during the time of their employment.
Skills:- Able to display excellent verbal, written, organizational and interpersonal communication skills.
- Knowledge of environmental issues, stormwater management practices and local units of government involved with stormwater management.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office software (version 7 or higher); data and web management experience is desired.
- Must be motivated and able to work independently with direction from the Supervisor.
- Must be sensitive and respectful towards people of from all different ages and backgrounds.
- Must be able to read and write English.
* The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements and does not imply a contract.
Other:
By date of hire, must possess and maintain a valid Minnesota Drivers License.
To Apply:
Submit a cover letter and resume to Erica Sniegowski, MWMO Education and Outreach Specialist.
Applications may be mailed or emailed to:
Erica Sniegowski, MWMO
2522 Marshall St NE
Minneapolis, MN 55418-3329
Email: esniegowski@mwmo.org (write "Application" in the subject line)
Posted on April 27, 2012. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. This position is open until filled.
Mississippi Watershed Management Organization (MWMO)
2522 Marshall Street NE
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55418-3329
www.mwmo.org
(612) 465-8780
(612) 465-8785 fax
The Mississippi Watershed Management Organization is an equal opportunity employer.- Posted: 5/2/12
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