Salary grade/Entry level:
3rd tier (Manager Level)
Reports to:
Executive Director
Immediate supervisor of:
Community, Environmental, and Farm Education Program Coordinator
Member of:
Member of Leadership Team
Alice Ferguson Foundation Mission:
Our mission is to connect people to the natural world, sustainable agricultural practices, and the cultural heritage of their local watershed through education, stewardship, and advocacy. Established in 1954, we are a public charity chartered in the state of Maryland.
Purpose of the position:
Providing programmatic management and supervision of staff for Day and Overnight Summer Camps, Community and Family events with a focus on environmental and farm based education programs. Responsible for our Potomac Watershed Cleanup events and campaigns.
Key relationships:
Primary: Immediate supervisor, Immediate reports (those you supervise), outside vendors and community members, and Board members
Professional Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree or relevant experience in a related field such as environmental science, education, or environmental policy.
Relevant Experience and skills:
2 to 3 years of program coordination experience across a range of activities.
Able to work both independently in the field and as part of a team, as well as be flexible and comfortable working in a fast-paced work environment.
Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and through writing, and strong interpersonal skills.
Access to a reliable vehicle with the ability to travel locally and/or regionally.
At least three years experience in non-formal education or environmental programming.
At least one year supervisory experience.
Basic environmental knowledge and familiarity with the Potomac River Watershed area.
Comfortable working in natural, outdoor settings.
Basic software experience including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google document suite.
Model behavior that is consistent with Foundation standards of conduct.
Job Role:
Community Programs Manager
Key Results:
The position holder has expanded the family and community programming for individuals to expand their knowledge and appreciation of the natural environment.
Examples of value-adding activities:
1. Additional community based activities are added to the current offerings.
2. Evaluations are conducted for current programming to ensure quality and alignment with mission.
Job Role:
Camp Director
Key Results:
The position holder created a successful day and overnight summer camp program.
Examples of value-adding activities:
1. Expanding camp offerings to overnight camps.
2. Creating more diverse camp offerings to a range of age groups.
3. Creating a consistent curriculum for seasonal employees.
Job Role:
Trash Free Potomac Initiative Leader
Key Results:
The position holder promoted, led, and educated for the Initiative including coordination of AFF cleanups.
Examples of value-adding activities:
1. The Trash Initiative is reinvigorated and active.
2. Additional support for the trash initiative is secured in the form of grants.
3. The Trash-Free School Program is evaluated and reinstated.
Job Role:
Grants Management
Key Results:
The position holder managed grant content, grant budgets, and grant deliverables for timely grant reporting.
Examples of value-adding activities:
1. Grants related to cleanups, summer, and community programs are managed.
2. Grants are on budget for deliverables.
3. Aiding the Grants Coordinator, more grants are secured for the cleanups, summer, and community programs.
Job Role:
Fiscal Management
Key Results:
The position holder managed the fiscal components of the cleanups, summer, and community programs.
Examples of value-adding activities:
1. Program expenses are tracked correctly to support preparation of annual budgets.
2. Timesheets and expense sheets are accurate and timely.
Please send resume and cover letter for consideration to apply@fergusonfoundation.org.