- Summer wildflower hikes coming soon!
A Busy Summer Ahead - Upcoming Events and Help Needed!
Plan now to join us for our summer events including the first ever Parade of No Homes, our ever popular Friends of Open Space Party, and Easement Stewardship Day, along with weed pulls, wildflower walks, and nature hikes. See below for dates and more information.
We are seeking a part-time Program Coordinator to help with events, land stewardship and monitoring, fundraising, adminstration and more. Please spread the word and help us find some great candidates. See below for a complete job description and information on applying.
In December 2007, we accepted two new donated conservation easements, protecting an additional 160 acres of natural lands in Summit County. These private land conservation projects, located in the Lower Blue River Basin, benefit the community by permanently protecting scenic views, ranchlands, wildlife habitat, and watersheds, and by significantly reducing density in the County. Please see below for more information.
Yours in Conservation,
Continental Divide Land Trust
Upcoming Summer Events
Saturday, July 12, 2008, 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Pulling for Colorado: Weed Pull.
Friday, July 18, 2008, 8:30 a.m. to noon: Wildflower hike with Marty Richardson.
Friday, August 15, 2008, 9:00 a.m. to noon: Parade of No Homes
Friday, August 15, 2008: 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.: Friends of Open Space Party
August and September: more nature hikes to be scheduled
Saturday, September 13, 2008, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.: Easement Stewardship Day.
Saturday, October 11, 2008, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.: Make a Difference Day
Two New Conservation Easements - Slate Creek Parcel and Green Mountain Meadows
The Slate Creek Parcel is the culmination of a conservation project begun in 2005. With the donation of this conservation easement, the landowners have preserved the entire Slate Creek in-holding from development, completely extinguishing all development rights.
Surrounded by National Forest lands and just steps from the Eagles Nest Wilderness Area and the Gore Range Trail, this property could have been subdivided into three to seven home-sites. Instead, it will remain as wild and natural as it is today, providing watershed protection and wildlife habitat in the pristine landscape of open meadows, aspen groves, spruce forests, ponds and creeks. Instead of seeing new homes in a private enclave, visitors to the Wilderness Area will see no change at all.
The Slate Creek Parcel is private property and public access is not allowed. The conservation easement was donated by Scotty and Jeanette Moser.
Further down the Blue, overlooking the shores of Green Mountain Reservoir is the 93 acre property now called Green Mountain Meadows. The property was originally subdivided into 4 home-sites under the County’s Rural Cluster Subdivision process, with the four homes located on a prominent ridge adjacent to County Road 30, and within the best agricultural lands on the parcel, including grazing areas and an irrigated hay meadow.
Now, with the conservation easement, this property will see one home-site and one barn. The new home-site is located behind a ridge and mostly out of sight. With the conservation easement in place, scenic views and agricultural uses will be preserved in this area rich with Summit County’s ranching history.
The conservation easement on Green Mountain Meadows was donated by Tim and Patti Casey of Breckenridge. "We were pleased to contribute to the preservation of the spectacular views surrounding Green Mountain Reservoir and the Gore Range, and to protecting the agricultural heritage of the Blue River Valley. It is a small contribution in comparison to the large preservation efforts that have been made by other families in the Lower Blue," said Tim Casey.
"We do this work to protect the best places in our community and we couldn’t do it without the generous donation of the landowners and the philanthropic contributions of the members, foundations, businesses and individuals who support Continental Divide Land Trust. Thank you to everyone," said Leigh Girvin, executive director of CDLT.
Continental Divide Land Trust permanently protects, through conservation easements and fee simple ownership, 2,248 acres of natural lands in Summit and Park Counties in the Central Rockies of Colorado. For photos and more information, visit CDLT’s website at www.cdlt.org or contact info@cdlt.org or 970-453-3875.
Help Wanted: Program Coordinator
Continental Divide Land Trust
Program Coordinator
Job Description
General Description of Duties
The Program Coordinator will work with and assist the Executive Director and committees of the Board of Directors on a variety of issues important to the smooth functioning and on-going success of the organization. The position is multi-faceted and will incorporate aspects of fundraising and membership development, database management, event coordination and marketing, office administration, and conservation stewardship and monitoring program work. It will require a multi-talented, energetic individual with excellent organizational and communication skills, able to handle a variety of tasks, work independently, and motivated by a keen interest in land conservation in and around Summit County.
This is a half-time position (approximately 20 hours/week) offering a flexible schedule with some evenings and weekends required depending on event schedules.
Reporting Relationship
Reports to the Executive Director.
Qualifications
Previous work experience illustrating ability to handle a variety of tasks, excellent organizational and communication skills, and familiarity with office procedures and protocols. Computer knowledge required including email, Windows XP, Word and data- base software. Knowledge of GPS navigation, and Google Earth, Topo! or other mapping software helpful. Knowledge of the natural environment of the Central Rockies of Colorado, including flora, fauna, water and other natural resources is beneficial. Previous experience with event coordination helpful.
Education
Minimum 2 year Associate Degree, Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Job Duties and ResponsibilitiesFundraising and Membership Development:
· Assist Executive Director and Board Committees in coordinating membership programs.
· Maintain membership records.
· Assist with parties, events, and presentations, including invitations, logistics, public relations, and follow-up.
· Assist with research on prospective donors and appropriate solicitations.
· Work with the Communications Coordinator to generate timely communications about land trust programs.
· Manage the Land Trust’s database, perform data entry, generate reports, searches, updates, and run labels.
· Process incoming donations and memberships, including thank-you letters.
· Execute annual membership renewal mailings, annual appeals and other special appeals.
· Coordinate mailings, mailing parties, and bulk mail.
· Assist with research and solicitation of sponsors for special events.
· Research and submit grant proposals as assigned.
Events Coordination and Marketing:
· Assist the Executive Director and Board committees to coordinate logistical aspects of special events: visioning, planning, budgeting, ticketing, set-up and tear-down, logistics, volunteer coordination, outreach, follow-up and other duties.
· Assist with event sponsorship, including soliciting sponsors, communications, working with sponsors during and after the event, and follow-up.
· Coordinate marketing of events including press releases, posters, email communications, mailings, newspaper, radio, and more.
· Work with the Communications Coordinator to generate marketing materials and communications for events.
Conservation Stewardship Program:
:· Assist the Executive Director and Board committee to coordinate aspects of Conservation Stewardship Programs.
· Coordinate Easement Stewardship Day, which includes scheduling with landowners, organizing logistics of easement monitoring, preparing documents, working with volunteers, monitoring properties in the field, and more.
· Coordinate other easement monitoring and follow-up activities and reports.
· Compile annual monitoring reports for each conservation easement property and prepare reports for review and approval by Board committee.
· Assist with research for the acquisition of new easements, which may include due diligence issues such as ownership, title, management, natural resources, Baseline Inventories, mineral reports, etc.
Office Support:
:· Help manage administrative/clerical operations of office, including phones, filing, copying, etc.
Other duties as assigned, depending on skills and interest of successful candidate, and needs of Continental Divide Land Trust.
Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed with this job description are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Experience in assistance with general office administrative functions. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work with a variety of people.
Energetic and possess the ability to take initiative, set priorities, and work independently.
Some evening and weekend work hours required at various times throughout the year.
Language Skills
Ability to read, analyze and interpret correspondence and documents. Ability to respond effectively to sensitive inquires and complaints. Ability to write a business letter and other correspondence. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
Other Skills and Abilities
Position requires demonstrated applied skills in word processing and other computer software. Ability to work without supervision in a small office environment. Ability to take initiative and complete project assignments independently and on-time. Ability to organize and perform job requirements efficiently and orderly. Ability to maintain high degree of privacy and confidentiality. Hold a valid Colorado Driver’s license. Ability to accurately type 30 words per minute or more.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; stand, use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to talk or hear.
Ability to walk over rough terrain, uphill and downhill, at high altitude (elev. 8,500’ to 11,000’+) for a minimum of four (4) hours, and sometimes up to eight (8) hours, carrying up to 30 pounds in a backpack or similar device. Ability to lift and carry up to 30 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, far vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
There are two primary work environments for this position: in the Land Trust office in Breckenridge, Colorado, and in the field.
The noise level in the office work environment is usually low to moderate. This is a non-smoking work environment. The office work environment is located in a two- story building. An elevator allows access to various floors in the building.
The field work environment is in the out-of-doors, and requires the ability to access natural lands considered for protection or protected by the Land Trust. Because the Land Trust’s mission is to protect natural lands, the field environment may include severe weather, exposure to the elements, wildlife, and other hazards inherent in the natural environment.
Compensation and Benefits:
Pay is hourly and dependent on experience. There are no health or retirement benefits associated with this part-time position. Paid Personal Time Off (PTO) benefit is equivalent to percentage of full-time equivalent benefit of 26 days/year, based on percentage of part-time hours compared to full-time hours. For example, a 20 hour/week work schedule would be equivalent to 13 PTO days/year.
Interested candidates should send a resume, salary requirements, and letter of interest by May 15, 2008, to:
Continental Divide Land Trust
PO Box 4488, Frisco, CO 80443
Ph: 970-453-3875
Fax: 970-453-9506
Email: info@cdlt.org
Web: www.cdlt.org