<div><div>Summary:Under the direction of the Program Director, the Project Manager will work on an array of issues related to land use and natural resources and regularly monitor agendas, media, public notices, and permits to stay abreast of projects. The Project Manager will also attend public meetings and hearings to gather information and as needed and publicly represent the organization. This position will be responsible for extensive grassroots organizing, relationship and coalition building, communication with community leaders and partners, engaging with the media, and policy analysis and interpretation. This role also requires flexibility to meet the external demands of the job and requires regularly attending evening public meetings. Essential Functions:<ul><li>Monitor, identify, and analyze media, local government agendas, public notices, and permits.</li><li>Become a subject-matter expert quickly when new issues arise.</li><li>Attend public meetings and hearings to gather information and/or represent the Conservation League’s priorities.</li><li>Support, initiate, and lead grassroots advocacy efforts.</li><li>Collaborate and coordinate regularly with program staff to assist where needed on relevant projects.</li><li>Communicate consistently with citizens, community leaders, elected officials, and partners.</li><li>Work with media to convey news about projects, goals, and outcomes.</li><li>Develop and nurture relationships with members and donors.</li></ul><ul><li>Support GrowFood Carolina and other Conservation League initiatives in the Charleston Metro area as needed.</li></ul><ul><li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul> Authorities:<ul><li>Responsible for managing ongoing program specific projects.</li><li>Responsible for managing project coordinator(s) and interns and/or externs within department.</li></ul> Competencies:<ul><li>Able to handle multiple, complex projects</li><li>Able to exercise flexibility and adapt quickly to changing situations</li><li>Creative problem-solving skills</li><li>Able to effectively engage community members, elected officials, conservation partners, and the media</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communications skills with exceptional attention to details</li><li>Ability to translate complex environmental, land use, governmental, and technical topics into engaging prose that prompts activist action</li><li>Understanding of state and local governments in South Carolina</li><li>Solid understanding of best practices for media and other audiences</li><li>Excellent interpersonal skills</li><li>Organized with attention to detail and demonstrated commitment to meeting deadlines</li><li>Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, empathy, and a commitment to and passion for the Coastal Conservation League’s missions and values</li></ul> Required Education and Experience:<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in relevant field with 3-5 years of experience</li><li>Demonstrated passion for environmental advocacy</li><li>Demonstrated appreciation for the Lowcountry</li></ul> Preferred Education and Experience:<ul><li>Master’s degree in a related field with 1-2 years of work or experiential intern/extern coursework</li><li>Experience with environmental education/interpretation and/or knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations</li><li>Experience leading grassroots advocacy campaigns</li><li>Knowledge of land conservation, natural resource management, etc.</li><li>Familiarity with GIS</li></ul> Work EnvironmentThe position operates in a professional office environment and may include working remotely. Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, use hands, and climb stairs.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. TravelSome travel is required and may include occasional overnight travel. Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.  Other duties may be required in the job as requested by the Supervisor. BenefitsThe Coastal Conservation League offers a competitive suite of benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance; short- and long-term disability; life insurance, 403(b) retirement and generous paid time off policies.  Equal OpportunityCultivating a diverse and inclusive team is an essential component of the Conservation League’s commitment to advancing equity. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The Coastal Conservation League is an equal opportunity employer. The Conservation League does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit, and business need.</div></div>

We work to protect the health of the natural resources of the South Carolina coastal plain and ensure a high quality of life for all of the people who live in and love this special place.
From sandy beaches, healthy marshes, freshwater swamps to pine savannas, we protect natural habitats and the wildlife that depends on them. We support the communities we live in by ensuring we have clean air to breathe, fresh water to drink, and sustainable energy to power our homes and places of work. Most of all, we strive to ensure that future generations will be able to enjoy the same spaces and quality of life here that we do today.
This future includes smart, sustainable, economic growth that maximizes the potential of our community. This future ensures the availability of natural resources and opportunity for our children to enjoy those resources. This future has good policies and protection in place so we do more than fight an endless series of battles against an endless series of threats.

Communities & Transportation Project Manager

<div><div>Summary:Under the direction of the Program Director, the Project Manager will work on an array of issues related to land use and natural resources and regularly monitor agendas, media, public notices, and permits to stay abreast of projects. The Project Manager will also attend public meetings and hearings to gather information and as needed and publicly represent the organization.&nbsp;This position will be responsible for extensive grassroots organizing, relationship and coalition building, communication with community leaders and partners, engaging with the media, and policy analysis and interpretation.&nbsp;This role also requires flexibility to meet the external demands of the job and requires regularly attending evening public meetings.&nbsp;Essential Functions:<ul><li>Monitor, identify, and analyze media, local government agendas, public notices, and permits.</li><li>Become a subject-matter expert quickly when new issues arise.</li><li>Attend public meetings and hearings to gather information and/or represent the Conservation League’s priorities.</li><li>Support, initiate, and lead grassroots advocacy efforts.</li><li>Collaborate and coordinate regularly with program staff to assist where needed on relevant projects.</li><li>Communicate consistently with citizens, community leaders, elected officials, and partners.</li><li>Work with media to convey news about projects, goals, and outcomes.</li><li>Develop and nurture relationships with members and donors.</li></ul><ul><li>Support GrowFood Carolina and other Conservation League initiatives in the Charleston Metro area as needed.</li></ul><ul><li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul>&nbsp;Authorities:<ul><li>Responsible for managing ongoing program specific projects.</li><li>Responsible for managing project coordinator(s) and interns and/or externs within department.</li></ul>&nbsp;Competencies:<ul><li>Able to handle multiple, complex projects</li><li>Able to exercise flexibility and adapt quickly to changing situations</li><li>Creative problem-solving skills</li><li>Able to effectively engage community members, elected officials, conservation partners, and the media</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communications skills with exceptional attention to details</li><li>Ability to translate complex environmental, land use, governmental, and technical topics into engaging prose that prompts activist action</li><li>Understanding of state and local governments in South Carolina</li><li>Solid understanding of best practices for media and other audiences</li><li>Excellent interpersonal skills</li><li>Organized with attention to detail and demonstrated commitment to meeting deadlines</li><li>Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, empathy, and a commitment to and passion for the Coastal Conservation League’s missions and values</li></ul>&nbsp;Required Education and Experience:<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in relevant field with 3-5 years of experience</li><li>Demonstrated passion for environmental advocacy</li><li>Demonstrated appreciation for the Lowcountry</li></ul>&nbsp;Preferred Education and Experience:<ul><li>Master’s degree in a related field with 1-2 years of work or experiential intern/extern coursework</li><li>Experience with environmental education/interpretation and/or knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations</li><li>Experience leading grassroots advocacy campaigns</li><li>Knowledge of land conservation, natural resource management, etc.</li><li>Familiarity with GIS</li></ul>&nbsp;Work EnvironmentThe position operates in a professional office environment and may include working remotely.&nbsp;Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that&nbsp;must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.&nbsp; While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, use hands, and climb stairs.&nbsp; The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.&nbsp;TravelSome travel is required and may include occasional overnight travel.&nbsp;Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.&nbsp; Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.&nbsp; Other duties may be required in the job as requested by the Supervisor.&nbsp;BenefitsThe Coastal Conservation League offers a competitive suite of benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance; short- and long-term disability; life insurance, 403(b) retirement and generous paid time off policies.&nbsp;&nbsp;Equal OpportunityCultivating a diverse and inclusive team is an essential component of the Conservation League’s commitment to advancing equity. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.&nbsp;The Coastal Conservation League is an equal opportunity employer. The Conservation League does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit, and business need.</div></div>

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