Programs Coordinator

Job description

Available Position: Programs Coordinator

Salary: $42,000 with opportunity for raises

Position Location: Greater Knoxville, TN Area

Position Description

The Programs Coordinator will be expected to:

• Independently manage, follow KTNRB protocols for, and regularly report on programs such as Adopt a River Mile, programs with sustainability infrastructure, among others
• Use Microsoft Office and other applications to track, compile, and create communication graphics on data from managed programs
• Follow all safety protocols around KTNRB equipment, programs and events
• Cultivate relationships with program participants through regular communication with individuals as well as consistent program-wide newsletters
• Contribute to social media platforms following KTNRB branding and communications protocols
• Organize and run some of the KTNRB volunteer river cleanups; lead extensive volunteer recruitment through community outreach and campaigns using MailChimp or similar apps
• Take and pass a physical exam, getting cleared to:
• participate in river cleanups through all weather conditions
• frequently and repeatedly lift 50 lbs. or more
• climb in and out of our metal john boats with ease
• walk on steep inclines and various surfaces
• endure through river cleanups that take nearly all day
• ability to drive our 26-foot work boats while transporting volunteers (will be trained to drive boat, but need to have physical ability)
• Adhere to our organization’s tobacco-free policy (no smoking, dip, or vaping in vehicles or at river cleanups)
• Participate in a background check
• Ability and willingness to be trained for up to at least one year on many different levels of this crucial position, from organizational branding and communications; to program operations; to safety protocols and policies with river cleanups, fleet, and equipment; to organizational culture
• Be prepared to step up for other tasks needed to complete our mission

Desired Qualifications for Programs Coordinator

• Bachelor’s degree
• Willingness to participate in a background check
• High sense of responsibility and priority for safety
• Agreement to follow our Safety Policy at all times
• Commitment to getting the job done
• Squarespace (ability to be trained)
• Video Production (no prior experience required; studio training will be provided)
• Social media
• Microsoft Office
• Outgoing, energetic personality a must—Be prepared to meet and work with partners and volunteers from all walks of life. You’ll be expected to help them to have an unforgettable, positive experience with us!
• Strong sense of team mentality with the ability to work on your part independently
• Willingness to follow Keep the Tennessee River Beautiful’s policies, outlined company culture, and branding
• Ability to be trained to drive our truck and haul 26-foot work boat (no prior experience required)
• Ability to be trained to drive volunteers to shorelines in 26-foot work boat (no prior experience required)
• Hard work ethic and ability to work in extreme weather of all seasons
• Physical prowess for river cleanups that last hours
• Willingness to travel and work at cleanups on weekends
• Sense of responsibility to make a difference for our planet and love of wildlife
• Must be based in the Greater Knoxville area

What We Offer

• Adventure through one of the most beautiful parts of the country in all seasons—the views are unbelievable!
• Measurable, positive impact on our planet in the work you do
• Flexibility
• Competitive Pay
• The chance to acquire new skills, from operational work like hitching, hauling, and driving a boat to administrative work such as video production, web editing, and social media training.
• Great chance to develop relationship building skills as you will work with people from all walks of life and visit different parts of the Southern United States.
• An exciting work environment working with an energetic team