KEA Job Opportunity

Job Title: Environmental Programs Coordinator

Summary:  Implement, develop and maintain the organization’s land use program and other environmental issues when needed.

Responsibilities:
--Review, analyze, and write comments on development proposals.
--Attend and present written and oral commentary at public hearings related to land use.
--Keep up to date on local government comprehensive plans and related land use ordinances and state land use laws.
--Organize and educate new neighborhood groups on land use issues.
--Work closely and coordinate with grassroots individuals, established neighborhood groups, decision makers, developers and government agencies.
--Attend and participate in relevant hearings, meetings, workshops, and conferences related to land use.
--Work on other issues as needed.
--Make public presentations before groups.
--Write and distribute press releases.

Qualifications:
--Self motivated and passionate about the environment. 
--Expertise and experience in all aspects of land use issues including PUDs, comprehensive plans and land use ordinances is essential.
--Experience working with grassroots groups, agencies, decision makers and with developers.
--B.A. or B.S. degree. 
--Knowledge of other environmental issues a plus.
--Five years experience in the environmental field that includes research, grassroots organizing, and public speaking.
--Excellent written and oral communication skills. 
--Experience working with print, radio and TV media.
--Demonstrated ability and effectiveness working with volunteers. 
--Enable and foster relationships with stakeholders and decision makers.
--Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.

Salary: Commensurate with experience.

Location:  Downtown Coeur d’Alene, ID

To Apply:  Please email a cover letter, resume and a writing sample to kea@kealliance.org with the subject line “Environmental Programs Coordinator.” The position will be open until filled.  No telephone calls please.  Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.