Environmental Council Seeks Land
Use and Energy Program Associate
Full-time position
The Michigan Environmental Council (MEC) is seeking a
motivated, hard-working individual to serve as Land Use and Energy Program
Associate. The Program Associate works directly with MEC’s Program and
Policy Directors to build support for MEC’s transportation, energy and
sustainable development initiatives. Combining research, writing, coalition-building
and negotiation, the position offers a challenging and fast-paced opportunity
for anyone interested in building skills in non-profit management, politics or
environmental issues.
MEC is a dynamic, non-profit environmental organization
with 72 member groups across the state and a strong role in state policy
decisions. MEC’s goal is to recruit a talented person who shares the
organization’s desire to advance strategies that encourage
“green” community and business development, Smart Growth land use
and transportation policies, and clean energy alternatives. The ideal
candidate is well-organized, amiable, able to undertake independent project
management, and committed to environmental issues. Strong writing skills are
essential, as is the ability to effectively present MEC positions in a variety
of legislative, business and advocacy forums.
Responsibilities:
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Develop and strengthen creative
partnerships, research and communications projects to advance MEC initiatives.
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Provide support to MEC’s
Program and Policy Directors, including research and policy analysis.
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Write, proofread and edit
communications materials, including reports, summaries, committee testimony,
letters to newspaper editors and other documents.
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Assemble background materials and
schedule meetings and phone calls.
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Represent MEC at select state,
local and business meetings and events.
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Communicate with
legislators’ offices, program partners, state officials and other
audiences.
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Assist in the coordination and
development of programs to reinforce the connection of MEC’s Energy
Program and Land Programs through strategic outreach related to
“green” regional economic growth.
Qualifications
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College degree(s) or equivalent
experience;
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Talent for creative written
communications and excellent grammar;
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Aptitude for and interest in
politics and public policy;
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Strong interpersonal relationship
and teamwork skills;
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Ability to simultaneously manage
multiple projects and objectives;
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Familiarity with environmental,
energy and land use issues a plus.
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Professional and pleasant
demeanor, sense of humor and positive attitude.
Apply by July 20, 2006:
Mail or e-mail one (1) resume, two (2) writing samples and three (3) references
to:
Email: judymec@voyager.net
517-487-9539