The Marine Species Campaigner will implement grassroots and media campaigns regarding threatened marine species and fisheries, with an emphasis on sea turtles and marine mammals. This position involves the development and implementation of campaign strategies that involve the public in influencing policy. The qualified candidate must have the skills to research thoroughly the effects of fisheries, communicate those findings to the public effectively, and become directly involved in campaign work to reform fisheries. The position involves some travel and organizing and making presentations to various audiences.

Specific Responsibilities:

The ideal candidate will possess: At least an undergraduate degree in biology, environmental studies or a closely related field with a background in marine conservation biology or marine ecology. Experience in implementing grassroots and media campaigns on threatened and endangered marine species is required. Ability to analyze and distill scientific concepts, and communicate them for scientific and lay audiences, is essential, as is an interest in threatened species policy issues. Understanding of U.S. and international policy processes in relation to threatened species is highly desirable.

Salary:

Competitive salary, based on experience. Excellent benefits and the opportunity to work for an organization fighting to protect the environment.

To Apply:

Please send your resume, cover letter and salary requirements (via snail mail) to: Turtle Island Restoration Network/Job Search, POB 400, Forest Knolls, CA 94933. Please, no calls or emailed resumes.

Women and People of Color are Encouraged to Apply

About TIRN:

Turtle Island Restoration Network (TIRN) presently has two related biodiversity projects. 1. The Sea Turtle Restoration Project (STRP) works to protect and restore sea turtle populations worldwide. Present programmatic work involves international implementation of policies that protect sea turtles, especially ecologically sound, turtle-safe fishery practices; promotion of sustainable economic projects that highlight the value of living wild sea turtles, especially in Central America; and public education concerning the threats of "free trade" to environmental health and safety (see www.seaturtles.org;

2. The Salmon Protection and Watershed Network (SPAWN) www.spawnusa.org works to protect endangered salmon and the habitats on which they depend. Current emphasis is on the Lagunitas Watershed, Marin County, CA and water policies in Northern California (see www.spawnusa.org). We use grassroots pressure, public and media education, coalition building, direct action, litigation, and hands-on conservation to accomplish our goals.

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