At the National Wild Turkey Federation, we are on a mission to ensure robust wild turkey populations, nurture healthy forests, waterways, and communities, and champion the soul of the American hunting lifestyle. Last year, we proudly celebrate 50 years during which our dedicated staff, volunteers and partners have successfully:
- Conserved or enhanced more than 22 million acres of wildlife habitat
- Facilitated the investment of over half a billion dollars in wildlife conservation
- Invested more than $8 million in wild turkey research
- Introduced 100,000 people to the outdoors each year
- Helped grow our national turkey population by 540%
If you share our mission and passion, read on. Grounded in science and energized by research, we offer outstanding career opportunities that include working with a strong community of professional, talented and inclusive colleagues, solving and delivering challenging programs and outreach that further our mission and provide the potential to make an important impact on our natural world for generations to come.
The NWTF is searching for a Regional Director in Texas. This position is responsible for volunteer recruitment and communication, organizing and servicing all NWTF committees and fundraising events/activities within the assigned region. The candidate must demonstrate the following:
- The ability to research, identify, and develop new fundraising partners and opportunities for NWTF.
- Responsible for solidifying and growing new fundraising opportunities, through volunteer recruitment and personal leadership within the territory assigned.
- Ensures compliance with NWTF established operating and reporting procedures for activities within their region and their personal scope of business.
- Responsible for maintaining accurate volunteer and chapter contact information in NWTF data base.
- Works with, and may be asked to serve as primary liaison to, State Chapter President, state agencies, and other NWTF staff to develop a strong State Chapter and State Super Fund to ensure effective partnerships for NWTF mission delivery within the state(s).
- Acts as a representative of the company to promote NWTF, its mission, and initiatives to NWTF members, within local communities, social media, and other organizations.
- Ensure timely and professional communication with Volunteers, Members, Prospects, Peers, Supervisors, and Headquarters personnel.
- Ensure to project and maintain professional behavior and appearance at all times.
- Is responsible for maintaining and growing a diverse portfolio of fundraising activities in the region including, but not limited to, one annual fund-raising event per chapter which nets a minimum of 5,000 and signs up a minimum of 50 adult members, virtual fundraising events, and Upper Level membership commitments.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Demonstrates presentation, sales, recruitment, interpersonal and influencing skills
- Demonstrates professionalism, diplomacy, and tact to display NWTF, its mission, and its initiatives in a positive manner
- Demonstrates ability to grow a portfolio of diverse fundraising activities
- Has shown the ability to provide training/mentoring to less developed RD’s
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Excellent sales and customer service skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Must be able to maintain a revenue net between: 300,000-450,000
Education and Experience:
- Bachelors – Marketing, Sales, Management or equivalent experience
- Must have 2 to 5 years of service with the NWTF
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds at times.
- Prolonged periods of standing and walking.
Remote or Telecomm Status:
- Position can work remotely
If you are interested in working for the NWTF and feel you meet the qualifications, please submit your application and resume at National Wild Turkey Federation, Inc. – Job Opportunities (paylocity.com).