SUMMARY OF POSITION
North Cascades Institute seeks an organized, detail-oriented, customer service-minded individual to work on group programs hosted at our Environmental Learning Center. The Conference and Retreat (CR) Coordinator’s role is to support the Conference and Retreat Manager in the planning, hosting, and administration of CR programs. Typical conference and retreat events include staff retreats, luncheons, school programs, wellness retreats, educational conferences, weddings, and medical classes. This role assists in initial client contact, continued communication with clients, billing, event set-up and clean up, hosting responsibilities, and the collection of feedback for events. They work with the facilities, kitchen team, and education staff to ensure programs achieve the goals of the institute, while also tailoring the events to the needs of the guests. It will also assist in outreach to new and prospective clients.
Candidates must have a strong connection to, and passion for, the Institute’s mission to inspire environmental stewardship through transformative learning experiences in nature. Occasional instructional responsibilities will cover activities and topics related to the environment, natural history, and the cultural history of the Skagit River and valley.
Supervised by the Conference and Retreat Manager, this position works closely with Institute staff, partners and contractors to support a wide array of youth, family, and adult educational programs. The Institute strives to further our identity as an institution that welcomes and embraces diversity in community and curriculum, works to redress historical inequities, and seeks a diverse pool of candidates. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
POSITION LOCATION
The Conference and Retreat Coordinator will work at the North Cascades Institute’s Environmental Learning Center (ELC), located in the heart of the North Cascades National Park on Diablo Lake.
RESPONSIBILITIES
CR Program Administration and Coordination (50%):
Hosting and Instruction (30%)
Sales and Marketing (10%):
General (10%):
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job the employee will be required to:
START DATE
March 1, 2022
JOB DURATION
March 1, 2022 - November 30, 2022
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Applications are due by February 11, 2022
TO APPLY
Please apply online on our website at: http://ncascades.atsondemand.com/
Complete the online application and upload a cover letter and resume.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce is a high priority at North Cascades Institute. The Institute does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, military, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, age, citizenship or any other basis prohibited by law in any of its policies or programs.
ABOUT NORTH CASCADES INSTITUTE
North Cascades Institute requires all employees to receive a COVID-19 vaccine and booster shot and to provide proof of inoculation unless a reasonable accommodation is approved. All new hires are expected to comply with these requirements upon employment.
North Cascades Institute’s mission is to inspire environmental stewardship through transformative learning experiences in nature. Since 1986, we have helped connect people, nature and community through science, art, literature and the hands-on study of natural and cultural history. Our goal is to help people of all ages and backgrounds experience and enjoy the mountains, rivers, forests, people and wildlife of the Pacific Northwest - so all will care for and protect this special place.
North Cascades Institute is a respected leader among U.S. environmental education organizations, and we believe that sustainable communities are built on healthy environments, vibrant economies and social equity. The Institute is in sound financial health with a $4 million budget and strong reserves, and 15 four-star ratings with Charity Navigator for sound fiscal management and commitment to accountability and transparency.
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QUALIFICATIONS
Commitment To Mission And Values:
Successful candidates will have a commitment to the mission of North Cascades Institute and the organization’s effort to promote diversity, equity and inclusion throughout the Institute’s culture, work and partnering relationships to ensure that the Institute and its programs are welcoming, relevant and accessible.
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