NRCM currently has 2 job openings.
- Membership Manager
- Records & Gifts Coordinator
Membership Manager
Job Summary
Design, execute, and analyze the effectiveness of a comprehensive membership program for the Natural Resources Council of Maine. Program components include written, electronic, and telephone communication, as well as events, with the simultaneous goals of acquiring, retaining and upgrading NRCM members.
Diverse candidates, and candidates committed to environmental issues, are encouraged to apply. Please submit your cover letter and resume to jobs@nrcm.org or by mail at NRCM, 3 Wade Street, Augusta, ME 04330. Position open as of August 10 and applications will be accepted until position is filled.
Qualifications:
- Demonstrated analytical and fundraising skills with the ability to recognize opportunities, identify critical, high pay-off activities and prioritize them to attain goals.
- Excellent skill and understanding of computer and constituent software, especially in database management and donor relations, Raiser’s Edge experience preferred. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
- Embodies an approach of continuous process improvement to effectively build on a strong foundation already in place. Possesses creativity and openness to new ideas. Ability to react and adapt to changing situations appropriately.
- Ability to listen carefully to and understand others’ needs, both internally and externally, and proactively respond to those needs in a consistent and timely manner.
- Prior event planning and execution experience strongly preferred. Interest in sourcing and suggesting new event ideas for current and potential NRCM members.
- Prior volunteer management experience helpful but not required.
- Ability to work equally well independently and within a team environment.
- Possesses strong communication skills, optimism, determination, and high achievement.
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent combination of education and progressively increasing responsibility in an employment setting.
- A minimum of three years of fundraising or related experience required.
Supervisor: Senior Director of Philanthropy
Status: Full-time, Salaried, Exempt
Job Responsibilities:
- Thoughtfully execute and manage an established and comprehensive membership program for the Natural Resources Council of Maine, annually achieving high renewal rates as well as continually growing new member acquisition. Serve as a public-facing representative of NRCM, learning about current and potential member interests and ensuring satisfaction with the membership experience. Represent the varied interests of NRCM members in internal discussions.
- Develop solicitation and communication strategies for members giving up to $999, utilizing direct mail, email, thank you calls, social media, benefits, and events, all focused on encouraging a sustainable tradition of annual
- Explore creative ways to grow the membership program through vehicles such as NRCM Rising (youth engagement), integrating non-member activists, and other best practices.
- Oversee annual membership-based fundraising events including the Polar Dip & Dash, Auction, etc.
- Follow industry standards for gift processing, data management, and donor relations and stewardship. Utilize segmentation strategies to identify patterns in donor behavior and source candidates suitable for involvement in other development activities. The manager has a keen appreciation for the role of consistent giving as the enabling component of successful major and gift planning programs, as well as future board-level service.
How to Apply
Cover letters, resumes, and other requested information should be emailed to jobs@nrcm.org or mailed to NRCM, 3 Wade Street, Augusta, ME 04330
Records & Gifts Coordinator
Job Summary
The Records & Gifts Coordinator has a central role within the Philanthropy department. This person coordinates the data entry, gift handling and acknowledgement, and member renewal and solicitation processes. They maintain the database, serve as the principal liaison to members who need assistance, and manage mailings for the Philanthropy department. The Coordinator also cross-trains with the Receptionist and other administrative assistants to ensure competency with, and consistency of, service on back-office functions that support the full organization.
Diverse candidates, and candidates committed to environmental issues, are encouraged to apply. Please submit your cover letter and resume to jobs@nrcm.org or by mail to NRCM, 3 Wade Street, Augusta, ME 04330. Position open as of August 20, and applications will be accepted until position is filled.
Qualifications
- Associate degree or a minimum of three years of professional experience in a similar position.
- Strong proficiency in computer and constituent software Raiser’s Edge experience preferred. Comfort working at the field level of database software and with advanced features of Microsoft Office programs.
- Excellent organizational skills and a high degree of accuracy, efficiency, and reliability required.
- Ability to work equally well independently and within a team environment.
Supervisor: Senior Director of Philanthropy
Status: Full-time, Hourly, Non-Exempt
Job Responsibilities:
Data entry and fulfillment (40 percent)
- Enters and/or updates all gift and constituent Follows established protocols to ensure an extraordinary level of accuracy throughout all components of a constituent record.
- Assists members with gift questions or special requests.
- Produces and reconciles daily and month-end cash receipts for the finance department.
- Works with departmental leadership and member/organization relationship managers to anticipate responses, plan gift codes, and resolve how to handle special gifts or grants.
- Alerts the Senior Director of Philanthropy to record-related conflicts that may require cross-departmental coordination to resolve.
Mailings (40 percent)
- Coordinates the monthly renewal process: works with the Membership Manager or Donor Engagement Manager to ensure that letter templates are up-to-date; pulls lists; reviews expiration reports and makes adjustments as needed; and produces and mails letters.
- Coordinates annual and special solicitations: works with the Membership Manager or Donor Engagement Manager to determine the appropriate package for each mailing and whether the mailing is to be done in-house or with an outside firm. Pursues printing and production quotations if appropriate and pulls lists and coordinates with outside vendors when needed.
- Prepares new member welcome packages.
- Prepares gift acknowledgement/thank you letters for all gift levels. Coordinates with Membership Manager, Donor Engagement Manager, and others to facilitate the review and personalization of letters prior to sending. Alerts staff as appropriate to gifts or member correspondence that require special handling; ensures timely resolution.
Events and Meetings (10 percent)
- Coordinates registrations for Philanthropy department events. Tasks include, but are not limited to, ensuring that the online registration function is set up; processing telephoned, online, and paper registrations with their accompanying payments; compiling the registration list for internal distribution and for use at the event; and ensuring that nametags are prepared and any pre-event materials are mailed.
Special Projects and Additional Responsibilities (10 percent)
- Tracks inventory of Philanthropy department stationery. Collaborates with Admin team on tracking organizational letterhead quantities and with Communications team on premiums and other publications.
- Cross-trains on back office services and equipment as part of a back-up team to provide effective coverage during vacations, absences, or temporary spikes in workload related to the Receptionist and other administrative assistants.
How to Apply
Cover letters, resumes, and other requested information should be emailed to jobs@nrcm.org or mailed to NRCM, 3 Wade Street, Augusta, ME 04330
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Cover letters, resumes, and other requested information should be emailed to jobs@nrcm.org or mailed to NRCM, 3 Wade Street, Augusta, ME 04330
Working at NRCM
NRCM strives to provide a supportive work environment through fair and competitive compensation and benefits, up-to-date equipment and IT support, adequate supervision, and ongoing professional development. The work environment is friendly, fun, cooperative, and very fast-paced. Staff members need to be able to work independently and adapt to changing priorities. We are committed to ensuring that our staff members actively work on diversity and inclusion in the field. This work is supported by staff policy, training, and mentoring, and through fostering an organization that prioritizes fairness and respect.
Our office is located in Augusta near the State House. During the COVID-19 pandemic, all staff whose job responsibilities can be conducted away from the office have been working remotely, with the option to come into the office on a prearranged basis. NRCM is following state and federal recommendations in establishing guidelines for reopening the office.
NRCM is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, age, ethnicity, race, religion, physical/mental ability, sexual orientation, or national origin. NRCM will provide reasonable accommodation to employees with disabilities where appropriate. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Common NRCM Job Responsibilities
NRCM is committed to a positive work culture where diversity is honored and respected. To this end, all employees are expected to:
- Maintain positive and productive working relationships with all NRCM staff members and also with NRCM’s members, external partners, policymakers, and the general This includes proactive work on understanding and addressing issues related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice; providing and receiving constructive feedback; and a willingness to resolve conflicts constructively.
- Participate in organizational meetings and activities as requested, such as monthly staff meetings, trainings, and ad hoc planning
- Complete all administrative work on time, such as time sheets, purchase orders, project reports, and planning
- Be familiar with and follow organizational protocols and
Physical Requirements of the Job
The job requires working at a computer station for substantial lengths of time; performing office duties such as phoning, filing, and copying, and the ability to lift objects up to 10 pounds.
NRCM will provide reasonable accommodation to employees with disabilities where appropriate. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Compensation
NRCM is committed to providing fair and competitive compensation to its employees. We base our compensation decisions on:
- A biennial market survey of comparable organizations and localities
- An evaluation of employee qualifications that does not discriminate on the basis of gender, age, race, religion, physical/mental ability, sexual orientation or national origin
- High employee performance that advances our strategic plan and other organizational priorities.
- Availability of financial resources for the
Benefits
Health Insurance
NRCM pays 100% of the premium for the employee and 60% of the premium for additional family members. The employee is eligible for this benefit the first of the month following employment.
Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
All employees that participate in NRCM’s health insurance plan are eligible for the HRA, a healthcare plan paid by NRCM, that reimburses medical expenses approved through our health insurance provider.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employees may contribute, through payroll deductions, on a pre-tax basis to a health and childcare reimbursement account program.
Life Insurance
NRCM pays life insurance premiums for each eligible employee for coverage up to one time annual salary with a maximum coverage of $50,000. The employee is eligible for this benefit three full months after the date of employment.
Short- & Long-term Disability
NRCM employees are covered for short- and long-term disability through the UNUM Life Insurance Company of America. NRCM pays the premium for this coverage for all eligible employees. This coverage goes into effect three full months after the date of employment.
Retirement Benefits
NRCM offers a tax-deferred 403(b) plan to allow employees to plan for retirement. After a six-month provisional period, NRCM will contribute 4% of an employee’s annual salary, with an additional 2% matching component to employees contributing at least 2% of their annual salary to their retirement fund.
Time Off
During their first year, employees accrue three weeks of paid vacation time. This increases to four weeks in subsequent years. Starting at year five, employees accrue another day a year for five years, reaching a total of five weeks (25 vacation days) annually.
NRCM employees also receive generous time off for sick days, parental leave, sabbatical, and more.
Additional Benefits
YMCA membership, professional development, computer equipment loans, energy efficiency loans, and more.
Environmental Policy Internships
The Natural Resources Council of Maine (NRCM) is seeking applicants to work as interns to assist the organization on a broad range of environmental policy issues currently facing Maine and the nation. NRCM attempts to place interns year-round, and the internships may be less than full-time to accommodate academic schedules. Internships generally are unpaid positions. However, NRCM does have funding for 1-2 paid internships annually (see details below under “Tomorrow’s Environmental Leaders Internship”).
Internship Experience
NRCM provides interns with meaningful work and an excellent training experience. Interns will contribute to and learn from activities such as:
- Policy Research for legislation dealing with water quality, renewable energy, climate mitigation, land conservation, and waste management;
- Legislative Action (when the Legislature is in session) including attending legislative hearings, meeting lawmakers, watching policy debates, and mobilizing activists; and
- Advocacy Strategy including attending internal NRCM policy meetings, coalition strategy sessions, and advocacy events.
Environmental policy interns work under the supervision of NRCM’s Advocacy Director, who works to ensure that interns receive extensive opportunities to witness internal operations of NRCM and the environmental policy process.
Qualifications
Applicants should have strong writing and communication skills, a strong interest in environmental policy, and ability to work on multiple projects with varying deadlines. Proficiency with Excel and PowerPoint preferred; GIS skills not required, but may be of use.
Application Process
Candidates may apply at any time. Resume and cover letter should be submitted to lhodgkins@nrcm.org.
Tomorrow’s Environmental Leaders Internship
NRCM provides a $1,000 stipend for 1-2 interns annually. Generally, this intern serves from early June to early August.
Applying:
Candidates interested in being considered for an internship should send a resume and cover letter to lhodgkins@nrcm.org. Candidates not selected for a paid internship may still be considered for an unpaid internship.
Banner photo by J.Monkman/NRCM
