Rain Garden Program Manager

Ohio River Foundation
Education Director Job Posting
Ohio River Foundation, an Ohio River watershed conservation non-profit organization based out of Cincinnati,
Ohio, seeks a full-time Rain Garden Program Manager for its Conservation and Watershed Education Programs.

Job Responsibilities
• Design, manage, and oversee rain garden projects in Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky
• Help staff teach watershed and rain garden curriculum in classroom setting, and on ½ day field trips to
local streams and rivers
• Coordinate all aspects of project elements: marketing, scheduling, special events, and volunteers
• Provide material for ORF newsletters and marketing materials
• Order, manage, and maintain all project equipment
• Work to further develop project activities
• Assist in and pursue fundraising for ORF programs, and manage grants
• Job requires regional travel
• Physically demanding position involves some weekend work and exposure to the elements.
Professional experience and qualifications
• Degree in horticulture, biology, environmental science, or related field, and ability to demonstrate
knowledge of ecological and hydrologic processes
• Experience designing and installing landscaping projects and using landscaping equipment
• Education coursework or experience with children in an education setting preferred
• Proficiency in MS Office software desired
• Ability to work self-directed and as team member
• General knowledge of environmental legislation and conservation issues
• Red Cross First Aid certification will be required (can be obtained once hired)
• Ability to communicate in a professional, accurate and enthusiastic manner
• Grant writing, management, and fundraising experience a plus.

Salary and Benefits: Competitive and negotiable, depending upon qualifications and experience.
Start Date: September 1 or until filled.

To apply, please send resume and cover letter to:
Ohio River Foundation
P.O. Box 42460
Cincinnati, OH 45242
513-469-6755 (fax)
orf@ohioriverfdn.org
Ohio River Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.