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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link=blue vlink=purple><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Volunteer Coordinator/Administrative Assistant Position Available<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Channel Islands Restoration, Santa Barbara<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>June, 2016<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>INTRODUCTION: Channel Islands Restoration (CIR) is offering a challenging part to full-time position coordinating volunteers for habitat restoration projects on the Channel Islands and the mainland and assisting us with various administrative tasks. This is a unique opportunity to work in the field of habitat restoration, volunteer coordination and environmental education with a fast-growing and dynamic non-profit organization. This position involves managing multiple administrative details in a fast-paced environment.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>POSITION: Volunteer Coordinator/Administrative Assistant<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>TERM: Flexible, depending on the candidate (part to full-time, 30 to 40 hours per week)<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>REPORTS TO: Executive Director, CIR<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>LOCATION: CIR office in Santa Barbara (does NOT include habitat restoration work)<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>COMPENSATION: $16 - $22 per hour depending on experience<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>SUMMARY: This is a part to full-time position, including volunteer coordination (approximately 60% - 80%) and administrative duties (approximately 20% - 40%). Exact job duties and hours will depend on the candidate’s experience and availability.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Many duties will be performed in cooperation with other CIR staff members. Specific duties may be adjusted depending on seasonal fluctuations and workload. Work will be performed primarily in the CIR office and will include some administrative duties out of the office, as well. The individual will work in close cooperation with CIR staff and representatives of partner organizations. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Volunteer Coordination Duties and Responsibilities:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Promote and maintain a wide range of volunteer opportunities within the organization through written communications, including email, social media and press announcements, in cooperation with other CIR staff.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Recruit volunteers to commit to one-day, short-term, and long-term volunteer opportunities on the mainland and Channel Islands.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Communicate regularly with volunteers to answer questions and provide instructions.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Track volunteer commitments and hours in the organization database and report hours to CIR and partner organizations.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Manage volunteer paperwork (including waivers and permission slips) for CIR and partner organizations.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Act as a single point of contact for communications with volunteers and interested corporate/service groups and schools.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Research relevant community organizations to recruit additional volunteers.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Work in close cooperation with partner organizations on schedules and volunteer needs.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Co-facilitate and support training of certain volunteers for CIR and partner organizations.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Perform other duties as assigned.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Volunteer Coordination Required Qualifications:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Have at least two years of experience working in an office environment.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Have strong administrative skills, including demonstrable touch typing skills. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Have a high level of proficiency with Microsoft Windows, Word and Excel. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Have experience with office administration practices and procedures; principles and practices of sound business communication; correct English usage, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines; perform highly detailed work on multiple concurrent tasks.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Ability to set priorities, take initiative and exercise sound independent judgment within areas of responsibility.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Possess strong language and communication skills (written and oral).<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Ability to communicate with, supervise, motivate and empower volunteers to be effective in their roles. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Ability to build relationships and work with volunteers, community members and CIR Partners.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds and have patience dealing with varied volunteer needs and abilities.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Ability to work well independently and on a team.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Ability to learn and apply new information or skills.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Ability and willingness to occasionally work early mornings, evenings and weekend days.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Volunteer Coordination Preferred Qualifications:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Have a minimum of one year of experience coordinating volunteers.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Experience with Microsoft Outlook<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Experience working with a database system<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Administrative Assistant Duties and Responsibilities:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Assist staff with administrative duties as requested.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Assist with completion and compilation of necessary statistical reports as requested.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Distribute incoming mail and prepare outgoing mail.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Order office supplies and monitor inventory.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Produce documents, mailing labels and reports as requested.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Help organize and facilitate special events in cooperation with other staff.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Administrative Assistant Required Qualifications:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>In addition to the qualifications listed in the Volunteer Coordination Qualifications above, the ideal candidate will have:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Experience with office supply purchasing, filing, reception and telephone duties.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• A high degree of discretion dealing with confidential information.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Administrative Assistant Preferred Qualifications:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Experience working for a non-profit organization.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Experience in grant reporting.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>TO APPLY: <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Submit a cover letter of intent to apply (limit one page), and a résumé via email to: ken@cirweb.org. Supply names and contact information for three references, including previous employers. The most qualified candidates will be invited to interview and will be asked to demonstrate written communication skills. Further details can be provided by contacting: <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Ken Owen<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Channel Islands Restoration<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>ken@cirweb.org<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Channel Islands Restoration is a non-profit organization that restores habitat in sensitive and unique natural areas on the California Channel Islands and adjacent mainland. We help protect rare and endangered native plant and animal species by restoring the natural habitat they depend on for survival. We educate a variety of groups about the value of native habitat and how to protect it. We recruit volunteers and identify and develop public and private funding sources for habitat restoration programs. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Channel Islands Restoration is an " at will" employer offering equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, creed or religion, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation or disability (within the physical parameters defined in the position description and those associated with remote work locations). Any offer of employment will be contingent upon verification of individual's eligibility for employment in the United States.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:green'>Ken Owen<br></span></b><b><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:#003300'>Executive Director<br></span></b><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:#003300'>Channel Islands Restoration</span><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:blue'><br>928 Carpinteria Street Ste. 3<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:blue'>Santa Barbara, CA 93103<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:blue'>(805) 448-5726</span><a href="mailto:%0bken@cirweb.org"><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:blue'><br>ken@cirweb.org</span></a><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:#1F497D'><br></span><a href="http://www.cirweb.org/"><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:blue'>www.cirweb.org</span></a><span style='color:#1F497D'><br></span><a href="http://www.facebook.com/cirweb"><span style='color:blue'>www.facebook.com/cirweb</span></a><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:blue'> </span><span style='color:#1F497D'><br></span><span style='color:#1F497D'><img border=0 width=67 height=80 id="Picture_x0020_1" src="cid:image001.jpg@01D1CD46.3EE561C0" alt="Description: cid:image001.gif@01D01620.00A78ED0"></span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#1F497D'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='color:green'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='color:green'>Channel Islands Restoration Board of Directors:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:green'>Dr. Tanya Atwater, David Chang, Dave Edwards, Joel Fithian, Gordon Hart, Steve Junak, Cindy Kimmick, Julie S. Kummel, Duke McPherson, Ken Owen, Karen Telleen-Lawton<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>