The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation (RMEF) is a mission-driven non-profit dedicated to ensuring the future of elk, other wildlife, their habitat and our hunting heritage. Since our founding in 1984, we have helped conserve nearly one square mile of elk country every day. In partnership with others, we have conserved or enhanced more than 9.1 million acres, including improving public access to 1.6 million acres. Our impact will extend to 10 million acres by 2030.
RMEF is proud of our conservation successes and is committed to making an even larger impact in the future. RMEF is seeking a performance-motivated team player with strong interpersonal skills to engage and manage volunteer activities, event fundraising and mission-granting-program oversight in Ohio and Indiana.
Responsibilities include:
- Oversight of local volunteer chapters in organizing fundraising events, primarily banquets and other event activities, to support the continued operation of RMEF and finance elk and wildlife conservation projects
- Volunteer recruitment, retention and training
- Oversight of the RMEF granting program in Ohio and Indiana to fund mission-related projects within these states
This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of conservation in a dynamic, mission-driven environment.
Qualifications include:
- Bachelor's or equivalent degree in Business, Marketing, Fundraising, Communications, or related field
- Five years additional professional experience in a business environment
- Experience working with volunteers and fundraising preferred
Location: This position is remote however the successful candidate must be located in Ohio or Indiana
Travel Requirement and Physical Demands:
- Frequent travel is required on weekdays and weekends
- Ability to work any day of the week, including weekends
- Ability to work late at night (often until after midnight)
- Must be capable of sitting for long periods in a car or airplane and stand for intervals of 2 to 6 hours
- Ability to work at a computer terminal for extended periods
- Must be able to lift heavy items up to 50 lbs.
RMEF offers a competitive compensation and benefit package. RMEF is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V.
To apply, please go to www.rmef.org/careers.
About the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation: Now in its fifth decade of Conserving America's Big Game,™ RMEF will extend its impact on habitat and public land access to 10 million acres by 2030. RMEF conserves and enhances habitat for elk and a variety of big game, opens and improves access for hunting and other outdoor recreation, conducts science-based wildlife research and ensures the future of our hunting heritage through advocacy, outreach and education. Members, volunteers and supporters nationwide help RMEF further its mission. Find out more and join the movement at rmef.org or 800-CALL-ELK.