May 2, 2008

Duwamish River Habitat Restoration

•    Do you have experience with native plants, knowledge of invasive species and team leadership skills?
•    Are you looking for a challenging project to manage?

People For Puget Sound invites you to join Eliza Ghitis, our Habitat Restoration Coordinator, in managing our Sound Stewards restoration program.  Every year the Sound Stewardship program brings hundreds of volunteers to the Duwamish River to plant native vegetation, remove invasives, re-create healthy wildlife habitat and generally make the Duwamish River a better place.

A SAMPLE OF THE LEADER’S TASKS:

VOLUNTEER MANAGEMENT
•    Publicize & market restoration workparties
•    Recruit & manage crews of volunteers

EVENT PLANNING & SUPPORT
•    Procure tools & snacks
•    Introduce restoration & safety
•    Maintain tools and equipment
•    Develop site information sources

POST EVENT WORK
•    Track volunteer information
•    Maintain contacts & thank you’s

SITE MONITORING
•    Assist with data collection
•    Assist with monitoring reports

Availability
We are seeking a leader to fill this position starting immediately and continuing at least through the end of the field season. Hours are flexible, but will be 15-20 hours a week. The selected leader must be available on Saturdays and have access to a reliable vehicle to help transport tools, food and equipment for volunteer restoration workparties.
 
Location
This position will be based in the Seattle office, but will involve visiting restoration sites in the South Seattle area.

Benefits
This is an unpaid position. It is an excellent opportunity to coordinate many events, practice restoration project management, and sharpen your communication and community organizing skills. We will provide reimbursement for approved expenses relating to this position.

Contact
Mary Beth Dols, 206-382-7007