State Program Coordinator
Quick answer
Oregon Wild is hiring a mid-level State Program Coordinator (Portland or Eugene, Oregon) paying $60,000 - $65,000 per year to advance state campaigns protecting public lands, wildlife, and waterways.
- Role
- State Program Coordinator
- Organization
- Oregon Wild
- Location
- Portland or Eugene, Oregon
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- $60,000 - $65,000 per year
- Category
- Policy & Advocacy
The role
The State Program Coordinator will be a critical member of the state conservation program, working to advance state campaigns that protect Oregon’s public lands and forests, imperiled wildlife, and waterways.
What you'll do
- Identify and pursue legislative and administrative strategies
- Develop and implement specific campaign plans
- Track and respond to relevant state legislation and administrative actions
- Establish, maintain, and expand relationships with key elected officials and agency decision-makers
- Represent Oregon Wild at the state legislature and relevant state boards and commissions
- Represent Oregon Wild in coalitions and stakeholder groups
What it takes
- Two or more years of legislative or policy advocacy experience
- Proven ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders and community organizations
- Strong communication skills
- Experience implementing campaign plans
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- Environmental justice awareness
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Monthly phone and technology reimbursement; fully paid medical, dental, vision, alternative care, and life insurance; optional Health FSA and Dependent Care FSA; optional disability insurance; 403(b) retirement plan option with organizational match; and generous vacation and other paid time off including 11 paid holidays, two weeks of administrative leave time and an initial two weeks of vacation that increases with tenure, and sabbatical eligibility after five years.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is based in Portland or Eugene, Oregon, with regular travel to Salem anticipated.
What is the compensation?
The annual salary range is $60,000 - $65,000.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include two or more years of legislative or policy advocacy experience, strong communication skills, and experience implementing campaign plans.
How or by when to apply?
Submit a cover letter, resume, and one sample of your advocacy writing to [email protected]. Review of completed applications will begin on October 12th and continue until the position is filled.
Is the job remote?
The position is hybrid in-office/remote, with the opportunity to work remotely; however, for the first two months of the position, this person will need to work in the Portland office at least once per week.
How to apply
Apply directly on Oregon Wild's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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