Environmental Advocate

A nonprofit organization, our mission is to: 

• Foster understanding, appreciation, and enjoyment of the natural world through education;    
• Preserve ecologically significant areas;    
• Advocate stewardship and conservation of natural resources.

We are people who care about the environment?more than 8,000 members, corporations and foundations generously support our work. We are also proud of our over 1,000 volunteers who supplement the work of our full-time, professional staff.

Job Description:

• Provides leadership for the Delaware Nature Society's environmental advocacy efforts and is the primary voice of the organization to elected and appointed officials, reporters and other news media, industry, local/national environmental groups, and other organizations.   
• Develops the Society's legislative agenda and formulates positions and takes action, including public testimony, on key environmental issues.   
• Cultivates the Society's grass-roots citizen activism efforts.

Job Qualifications:

• Master's degree (preferred) in environmental science, biology, ecology, natural resource management, public policy, or other appropriate fields    
• Knowledge of political process and its application    
• Basic science and natural history knowledge    
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills    
• Good judgment and quick thinking skills    
• Warm, outgoing personality and ability to negotiate with good rapport    
• Willingness to work in a team environment    
• High dependability    
• Flexible schedule    
• Basic computer skills

To Apply:

Please send a cover letter, resume, three references, writing sample, and salary requirements to:

Delaware Nature Society
Attn:  Human Resources
PO Box 700
Hockessin, DE  19707-0700