Rain Garden Program Manager

Organization: Ohio River Foundation
Position: Rain Garden Program Manager
Location: Cincinnati , OH
Website: www.ohioriverfdn.org

Ohio River Foundation, an Ohio River watershed conservation non-profit organization based out of Cincinnati, Ohio, seeks a full-time Rain Garden Program Manager for its Conservation and Watershed Education Programs.

Job Responsibilities

• Design, manage, and oversee rain garden projects in Ohio , Indiana , and Kentucky
• Help staff teach watershed and rain garden curriculum in classroom setting, and on ½ day field trips to local streams and rivers
• Coordinate all aspects of project elements: marketing, scheduling, special events, and volunteers
• Provide material for ORF newsletters and marketing materials
• Order, manage, and maintain all project equipment
• Work to further develop project activities
• Assist in and pursue fundraising for ORF programs, and manage grants
• Job requires regional travel
• Physically demanding position involves some weekend work and exposure to the elements.

Professional experience and qualifications

• Degree in horticulture, biology, environmental science, or related field, and ability to demonstrate
• knowledge of ecological and hydrologic processes
• Experience designing and installing landscaping projects and using landscaping equipment
• Education coursework or experience with children in an education setting preferred
• Proficiency in MS Office software desired
• Ability to work self-directed and as team member
• General knowledge of environmental legislation and conservation issues
• Red Cross First Aid certification will be required (can be obtained once hired)
• Ability to communicate in a professional, accurate and enthusiastic manner
• Grant writing, management, and fundraising experience a plus.

Salary and Benefits: Competitive and negotiable, depending upon qualifications and experience.

Start Date: September 1 or until filled.
To apply, please send resume and cover letter to:
Ohio River Foundation, P.O. Box 42460 , Cincinnati , OH 45242
513-469-6755 (fax), orf@ohioriverfdn.org