Job Opportunity 
Program Coordinator
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​The Leopold Writing Program (LWP), a non-profit organization, seeks a part-time Program Coordinator to support our all-volunteer board and advisory council. The ideal candidate will work independently, have strong computer skills (including  text, spreadsheet, and database programs such as Microsoft Office products), expertise in social media platforms, experience in professional relationships and communicating with the public, and be passionate about the mission and work of the LWP.

​The Leopold Writing Program's mission is to inspire an ethic of caring for our planet by cultivating diverse voices through the spoken and written word. Our programs engage all generations in the urgent conversation about climate disruption, biodiversity loss, and other global conservation issues. Our three programs are:  The Aldo Leopold Writing Contest, The Aldo & Estella Leopold Residency, and The Annual Leopold Lecture.  Please explore this website for more information about our programs and our organization.
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Responsibilities of This Position

A.  Support for Board Activities under direction of the Board President

• General administrative tasks such as maintaining a calendar to assure payment of fees and invoices, and timely filing of required reports; preparing donor thank-you letters for president's signature.
• Maintain donor database in coordination with the Board Treasurer.
• Assist with semi-annual LWP Newsletter.
• Provide support for grant-writing activities.
• Assist in planning and scheduling special events. Coordinate facility and equipment needs for on-site and off-site meetings. 

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B.  Program Support
1.  Coordinate the Writing Contest under direction of Writing Contest Chair

• Help publicize and advertise the contest statewide using social media, school and teacher networks, advertising, etc.
• Help recruit contest judges, and coordinate communication with contest judges to facilitate the various rounds of the judging process. Ability to use Google Docs required.
• Notify winning essayists and help produce and distribute press release.
• Secure photo and publication release forms from winning essayists.
• Coordinate Awards Ceremony in conjunction with the Annual Leopold Lecture.

2.  Coordinate the Leopold Residency under direction of Residency Chair

• Receive applications and fees. Receive resumes and essays and distribute to Selection Committee.
• Coordinate teleconference/virtual meeting with Selection Committee and help Chair notify successful applicants.
• Help schedule resident months with Chair and Forest Service.
• Request commitment letter from residents and welcome residents to Mi Casita. Assure payment of stipend.
• Schedule and reserve venue for resident lectures in Taos. Promote lectures using social media, press releases, and other means. Arrange for recording of lectures.​

3.  Coordinate the Annual Lecture under direction of Lecture Chair

• Arrange lecture venue and coordinate ticket sales and refreshments.
• Help coordinate reception with lecturer for major donors.
• Coordinate airfare, transportation, and lodging for lecturer, and assure payment of stipend.
• Arrange for recording of Leopold Lecture.

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C.  Outreach / Social Media under direction of the Marketing & Visibility Committee Chair
Create, monitor, and promote LWP content and outreach on social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

• Work with LWP Board and Program Chairs to shape and refine the company's social media presence.
• Monitor conversations and interact with online followers/stakeholders.
• Respond to questions and comments via social media platforms.
• Schedule, develop, and integrate online content and post as scheduled.

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D.  Other tasks as required to support the operations and programs of the organization

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The Program Coordinator reports to the Board President and works under the direction of the Program and Committee Chairs as outlined above. This part-time contract position is based on a not-to-exceed annual fee of $25,000 PLUS NMGRT. Job posting is open from November 22 through December 15, 2022.

To apply please submit a cover letter/statement of interest, your resume, and a sample of professional writing by email to:  [email protected]

Questions can be sent to:   [email protected]