Youth Fly Fishing Programs Coordinator

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Act as an ambassador for our fly fishing initiatives, ensuring the integration of 5 Rivers, TU Student Clubs, and camps into local staff, council, and chapter engagement strategies, covering everything from grant acquisition to program execution.

• Supervise the design, development, and implementation of programs for high school and college students.

• Collaborate closely with high school and college clubs, focusing on member recruitment and the organization and operations of clubs.

• Enhance the growth of fly fishing programs through lead generation, onboarding of clubs, and providing ongoing support throughout the year.

• Conduct outreach efforts and work with grassroots volunteers to identify and recruit new college club programs.

• Engage both new and existing leaders of 5 Rivers and TU Student Clubs through regular communication and virtual meetings.

• Organize and manage annual in-person events, such as the 5 Rivers Regional Rendezvous series and the Ambassador Summit.

• Assist state-level camp directors by facilitating quarterly conference calls, developing and distributing materials, and conducting volunteer background checks.

• Oversee TU memberships for the Student Club, 5 Rivers, and camp networks.

• Create and implement strategies aimed at growing and engaging the 5 Rivers Alumni network.

• Develop and manage budgets for programs.

• Promote a collaborative and inclusive work environment, encouraging cross-functional teamwork, knowledge exchange, and a culture of continuous learning.

• Provide support and guidance to the 5 Rivers Social Media Intern to ensure effective social media outreach.

• Work with the Emerging Podcast Intern to aid in network growth and effective messaging.

• Collaborate with TU’s development staff and the Youth Programs Manager to assist with program-specific fundraising efforts, which may include engaging established individual donors, foundations, and corporations.

• Foster alternative fundraising methods such as crowdfunding, raffles, and sweepstakes.

• Build and maintain relationships with new and existing TU Student Clubs and 5 Rivers partnerships within the outdoor industry.

⛳️ Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree.

• Demonstrated ability to plan and manage logistics for multi-day in-person events.

• A strong passion for fly fishing.

• Excellent public speaking abilities.

• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

• A minimum of one year of experience in youth education, outreach, volunteer management, community organizing, nonprofit programming, or a related field.

• Strong organizational and project management capabilities, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities and deadlines with minimal oversight.

• Creative, strategic, and collaborative problem-solving skills.

• Ability to listen to and mediate diverse viewpoints, along with conflict management skills.

• Strong networking and partnership development skills, with a background in collaborating with educational institutions, governmental agencies, NGOs, and community organizations.

• A commitment to building strong relationships with team members and diverse partners.

• A strong commitment to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

• A deep passion for TU’s mission.

• A love for trout and salmon and their natural habitats.

• Exceptional interpersonal skills and a good sense of humor.

• Willingness and ability to travel for approximately 5-6 events each year.

• A valid driver’s license is required.

• Availability to work occasional weekends and evenings, with overtime pay when applicable.

• Wilderness First Aid certification or a willingness to obtain it.

• A background check is required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.

• Opportunities for professional development and growth.

• A supportive and collaborative work environment.