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26 Jul 2024
Full-Time Southern California Regional Manager
The Surfrider Foundation is the world's largest grassroots coastal conservation organization dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of the world's ocean, waves, and beaches for all people through a powerful activist network. We have achieved many important victories by persuading state, federal, and local decision makers to protect vital coastal and ocean resources. Since 1984, Surfrider's appeal is not only our strong reputation and track record of success, but also the lifestyle and values we embody.
By joining the Surfrider Foundation, you will be welcomed into an open and inclusive network of incredibly supportive and collaborative people who work hard and play hard. You will have the opportunity to work with dedicated people who are also passionate coastal users. At Surfrider, we build leaders and we are problem solvers; our culture sets us apart and influences everything we do.
OPPORTUNITY:
The objective for this position is to increase the organizational capacity of our San Diego County, South Orange County, North Orange County, Long Beach, South Bay, and Los Angeles Chapters through direct action organizing training, strategic outreach, and engagement on environmental campaigns, programs, and policy leading to an increase in capacity, activists, membership, and victories.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supervising and managing the daily functions and oversight of the LA Chapter Manager and San Diego County Chapter Manager.Coordinate the local and statewide campaign and program efforts of chapters within the region.Facilitate and train chapter volunteers in direct action organizing techniques including campaign planning, recruitment, retention, strategy, tactics, and program implementation.Assist the chapter network in developing, implementing, and strengthening chapter programs including Ocean Friendly Gardens, Ocean Friendly Restaurants, Blue Water Task Force, Climate Action Program, and student network outreach.In collaboration with the California Policy Manager, identify and coordinate statewide policy issues and campaigns that advance our mission and priority campaign efforts.Represent Surfrider Foundation at local, regional, and state administrative hearings and public events when necessary.In conjunction with the Sr. Manager Central CA Region & West Coast Regional Director, develop the regional strategic plan for advancing issue campaigns, programmatic work, and capacity-building for Southern California.Work with the Sr. Director of Network Strategy, Sr. Manager Central CA Region & West Coast Regional Director to develop and facilitate training conferences for the SoCal chapters and student club network.Facilitate the growth of chapters' supporter base through in-person and online outreach, cultivation, and training.Administrative Responsibilities include writing newsletter and blog articles; maintaining California regional webpage; social media outreach; and maintaining Salesforce and/or other programs' chapter contact information.Facilitate chapter governance and oversight, including chapter annual planning and reporting, executive and leadership training, and developing chapter resources.Assist in growing regional membership.Maintain the campaign and Coastal Victory sections of the www.surfrider.org website for Southern CA chapters.Reports to: Sr. Manager – California Region
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
2+ years experience in direct action grassroots organizing, community outreach, and coalition building.3+ years managing direct reports (volunteers and/or employees).Demonstrated commitment to advancing equity and inclusiveness.Experience managing multiple projects, meeting deadlines, and achieving project objectives.Familiarity with state, regional, and national coastal & ocean environmental issues.Understanding of decision-making processes at various levels of government.Demonstrated facilitation skills with adeptness at creating inclusive spaces.Ability to effectively communicate with elected officials, agency staff, and coastal stakeholders.Experience in public speaking in diverse situations.Ability or willingness to learn how to use tech tools and platforms.Candidates must reside within Orange County or be willing to relocate.Candidates must be willing to work from Headquarters (San Clemente) a minimum of 1 day/week.Ability to travel extensively throughout the region.Ability to work flexible hours, including some weekends and evenings.Ability to work effectively from a home office.SALARY AND BENEFITS:
Salary Range: $60,000 Minimum – $88,000 Maximum
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage; Long-Term Disability insurance; Employee Assistance program; 401(k) plan offering a match; paid holidays, vacation, and sick time; 6 weeks of paid parental leave.
JEDI COMMITMENT:
The Surfrider Foundation is committed to fostering a just, equitable, diverse, and inclusive organization. Our success depends on learning from our community and working towards a more just future.
The Surfrider Foundation is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce.
Deadline for receiving resumes: Friday, 8/9/24
Phone inquiries and walk-ins will not be accepted - thank you for understanding.
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