Position:CampsitePrograms and Conservation Manager

Location:Gorham, NH

Reports to:Director of Trails and Recreation Management

SummaryDescription:

The CampsitePrograms and Conservation Manager is the resource for campsite development andmanagement for the Appalachian Mountain Club.

Thisposition’s primary responsibility is all campsite program operations at theAMC’s White and Mahoosuc mountain sites. The Caretaker program is a powerfulcore Trails program, and is founded on the dual principle of hands-onstewardship and user education in high-use backcountry areas. The management ofthis program includes recruiting, hiring, training and supervising seasonalstaff, maintenance and long-term planning of campsite infrastructure, and theoversight of the Group Use Outreach program. It is a position with a highdegree of commitment to public service and landscape conservation.

The CampsitePrograms and Conservation Manager also serves as a resource for sustainablecampsite design and human waste management for the Club, including expansion ofcampsites along the Connecticut River Paddler’s Trail in Massachusetts andassisting with campsite development in other locations.

Due to thelocation of most campsites along the Appalachian Trail, as well as theinteraction with long distance hikers, this position serves as the Clubrepresentative to the Appalachian Trail Conservancy’s Regional PartnershipCommittee. The position also has the responsibility for engaging withbackcountry and wilderness recreation management issues in Northern New Hampshireand Western Maine, as well as other parts of the AMC region as needed. Theposition also collaborates with AMC’s policy team and with regional coalitionsto support AMC’s conservation initiatives throughout Northern New England.

This is afull-time benefited position. The Campsite Programs and Conservation Manager ispart of the hard working and creative thinking team of the Trails Department,based out of Pinkham Notch.

Responsibilities:

White Mountain and Mahoosuc Campsite and Caretaker Program (70%):

• Recruiting, training, and overseeing of ~15 seasonal employees
• Manages departmental budget including tracking of expenses andyear-end reporting of use and finances. Work with Director of Trails andRecreation Management on fundraising and grant applications.
• Focus backcountry campsite staff on delivery of high qualitypublic service, resource protection and stewardship. Effectively communicateprogram objectives with backcountry caretakers, other AMC staff, and keycooperators.
• Manage new campsite and shelter construction and re-constructionprojects, site repair, and maintenance in the White and Mahoosuc mountains.Work with contractors and vendors as required. Ensure high-quality work andwork within budget.
• Oversee Group Outreach Program, led by Group Outreach Coordinator.

Conservation Programs (20%):

• Manage AMC’s corridor monitoring and maintenance program in theMahoosuc Mountains.
• Organize and implement Trails department airlifting operations.Ensure safe procedures are being followed.
• Applies expertise in land, recreation, and wilderness management toconservation initiatives, polices, and positions, including coordination andpresentation of written and oral statements.
• Working with Federal and State agencies, cooperators, andacademia, address issues relating to recreational use and natural resourcemanagement planning, including considerations unique to the Appalachian Trailand in Wilderness Areas.
• Serve as Club Representative to the Appalachian TrailConservancy’s Regional Partnership Committee in New England.
• Support emerging grassroots community conservation efforts inNorthern New Hampshire where appropriate.

Other (10%):

• Lead and/or serve as a resource for campsite developmentinitiatives across AMC’s region, including front-country camping and watertrails.
• Serve on internal and external committees as needed.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualificationsand Experience:

• Excellentsupervisory, leadership and field management skills.
• Extensiveknowledge of backcountry recreation management and natural resource managementpolicies, procedures and planning.
• Strongcommunication, motivation and organizational skills.
• Familiaritywith Microsoft Office software email and internet software.
• Flexibleteam player with an ability to also work independently with an attention todetail and a sense of humor
• Bachelor'sdegree and several years experience in related field preferred.
• WildernessFirst Responder certification is desirable
• Leave-No-TraceMaster Educator certification desirable.
• Mustbe capable of safely traveling alone in the backcountry long distances carryingloads in excess of 40 pounds during all seasons and weather conditions.
• Willingnessto travel throughout the Northeast and work evenings and weekends.

ToApply:

The Appalachian Mountain Club has zero tolerance for child abuseor placing children in danger. The AMC requires all employees who work ina program or facility which serves children, disabled persons, or the elderlyto have a criminal background record check performed on their name annuallywith employment contingent upon satisfactory results.

Pleaseinclude a resume, cover letter, a list of three (3) professional references andsalary requirements with your application.No phone calls, please.

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