Job Opportunities with the NWTF
Women in the Outdoors Coordinator Position - Pennsylvania
The National Wild Turkey Federation seeks a talented, outdoor woman to manage and expand the Women in the Outdoors Program in Pennsylvania.
The NWTF seeks a motivated, self-starting individual willing to travel and provide leadership for the Women in the Outdoors program and assist to increase fundraising opportunities. This position offers tremendous opportunities for an aggressive professional who understands the need to involve and educate ladies about conservation. The NWTF also strives to identify a person for this position who agrees that the support of women is key to ensuring our hunting heritage is passed to future generations.
With the guidance of an extensively experienced management team, this position has unlimited potential for a creative, dedicated individual. The Women's Coordinator will need to possess vision and determination to develop and grow a grassroots outdoor program - concentrating on developing and increasing the number of events including fundraising within our chapter system.
Duties:
- Work under the direct supervision of the Director of Field Operations with the primary responsibility to develop the Women in the Outdoors program
- Work within a prescribed budget while increasing fundraising opportunities within the Women in the Outdoors program as required
- Work with existing chapter systems to develop them to their greatest potential in relation to fund-raising and committee development for Women in the Outdoors and NWTF
- Responsible for maintaining records and expense reports related to this position
- In conjunction with PA NWTF staff, work to expand new chapters where this is feasible within the main direction of building the Women in the Outdoors program
- Identify potential volunteer leaders for Women in the Outdoors committees
- Act as a liaison between chapters and national headquarters on various issues of importance
- Work to improve the chapters' understanding of the National Wild Turkey Federation and the role Women in the Outdoors and other outreach programs play in building a successful chapter
- Promote all levels of membership support to the NWTF
- Gather and disseminate information to publicize field activities back to Turkey Country magazine
- Press to constantly improve our public image as well as imprint the organization in the minds of the general and outdoor public
Minimum Qualifications:
- A strong outdoor recreational, wildlife or educational background
- Sales experience strongly recommended
- Must reside in Pennsylvania. (Applicants open to immediate relocation will also be considered)
- Flexible schedule which would allow extensive travel
- Capability to motivate staff and volunteers to organize outdoor events
- Four-year degree or commensurate experience
- Good written, oral communications and public speaking skills
- Leadership aptitude
This is a temporary, full-time position with the potential of annual renewal. Excellent health and retirement benefits package along with a vehicle plan.
If you believe you possess the ability to manage and ensure continued growth of the Women in the Outdoors program through one of the nation's fastest growing wildlife conservation organizations, complete an application online by clicking here. To be considered for this position, you must provide at least three (3) references on your online application and email three (3) letters of recommendation to bchristie@nwtf.net. Please send all three letters of recommendation as attachments in a single email.
No telephone calls or agencies please.
Equal Employment/Affirmative Action/Drug-free workplace employer.
Public Relations Manager
Oversees the assignment, production and distribution of national, regional and state-specific NWTF stories, news releases and promotional information. Works closely with PR Specialists, Web manager, and other departments to provide content for releases, the Web site, social networking sites and monthly newsletter. Maintains a close relationship with media at local and national levels.
Duties:
- Coordinates PR efforts to create awareness, build membership and communicate information about the organization's mission, goals, programs, events and stances on issues through media/PR campaigns that include tools such as public service announcements, print and video news releases, press kits, marketing videos, commercials/advertisements, e-mail newsletters and social networking sites
- Manage and evaluate PR Specialists engaged in a wide range of PR-related activities
- Teaches and mentors staff members, and works directly with staff to improve their writing, editing and headlines
- Creates and pitches stories and press releases tailored to the NWTF's conservation, education and outreach programs, special events and annual NWTF Convention and Sport Show
- Creates material for convention meetings as needed
- Assists regional coordinators and biologists, program managers, etc. with PR efforts
- Travels to various media conferences, NWTF events and functions throughout the year, including NWTF Convention, Turkey Shoot, outreach events
- Work with media to develop story ideas that promote the NWTF
- Understands the NWTF's mission and promote the NWTF to media, members and the public, as well as other employees
- Regularly evaluate existing NWTF PR strategies for opportunities for improvement
- Must understand importance of deadlines and working in a timely manner
- Travel: Job may include travel of up to 15 percent of work schedule
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field and 3 to 7 or more years of experience preferred
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills a must
- Attention to detail, and ability to multi-task and consistently meet deadlines required
- Ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to understand issues pertaining to hunting, hunters' rights, conservation and the outdoors, and relate these concepts to the public a must
- Experience in writing about hunting, conservation and outdoor issues preferred
- Must be able to hang banners, lift NWTF promotional items and other packages/boxes weighing up to 25 lbs. Some time in the outdoors will be required in various climates/temperatures and weather conditions
Complete the online job application by clicking here.
No telephone calls or agencies please.
Equal Employment/Affirmative Action/Drug-free workplace employer.
Administrative Assistant- Marketing Department
The NWTF is searching for a full time Administrative Assistant for our Marketing Department. This position supports our Marketing Director by preparing television, licensing, and royalty agreements, acts as convention booth coordinator, assists with classified advertising sales, handles correspondence and maintains licensing and advertising files.
Duties:
- Compiles, maintains and distributes the Promise Keeper list that lists all NWTF agreements, expiration dates, contractual obligations and responsible staff
- Responsible for convention booth sales. Maintains exhibitor data base and online exhibit hall administration
- Responsible for exhibitor contract management and communicating with convention venue personnel. Must ensure exhibitor compliance with state and local laws
- Proofread and edit all outgoing documentation, handles correspondence, assist with budget preparations, prepares job submissions, maintains licensing and advertising files
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Diploma, prefer two year associate degree
- Must be able to type 30 wpm, with excellent knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook and MS data base management
- Attention to detail, and ability to multi-task and consistently meet deadlines is required and the ability to work on a team
- Ability to quickly and easily understand complex situations
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Complete the online job application by clicking here.
No telephone calls or agencies please.
Equal Employment/Affirmative Action/Drug-free workplace employer.
Store Manager
We are currently looking for an energetic and customer service oriented individual to join our retail team as our Retail Store Manager in our retail store, The Turkey Shoppe, in Edgefield, SC.
Duties:
- Provides assistance with customers with gun purchases, and other store merchandise as well as supervising a staff of retail associates while achieving sales objectives for our retail store
- Must be able to present merchandise in a sales approach, be able to manage inventory control, and meet sales initiatives along with excellent customer service
- Must be a team member and support other departments when needed
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Diploma, prefer college degree or equivalent experience in retail store management
- Have the ability to work independently and as a team member and meet deadlines
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Must be able to provide sales reports when needed in other areas of the store
- Must be knowledgeable with Microsoft Office with such software as Excel, Word, and Outlook
This position requires evening, weekend and holiday availability, although in most instances you will have a five day work week.
Complete the online job application by clicking here.
No telephone calls or agencies please.
Equal Employment/Affirmative Action/Drug-free workplace employer.
NWTF Regional Wildlife Biologist - West Texas and Oklahoma
The National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) has immediate opening for a Regional Wildlife Biologist position in West Texas and Oklahoma. This position will be responsible for all facets of the NWTF's conservation, wild turkey restoration and wildlife management programs in both states.
Duties:
- Work cooperatively with state and federal wildlife agencies and private landowners on habitat initiatives
- Administer the NWTF's Hunting Heritage Super Fund and work with NWTF chapters on habitat and outreach projects
- Provide oversight and coordination for conservation activities and addressing forest health issues
- Garner additional funding for conservation initiatives
- Coordinate youth hunting programs and landowners workshops
Minimum Qualifications:
- A Bachelor's degree in a science-related field and demonstrated knowledge of wildlife management, forestry and ecology, a Master's agree is preferred
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Experience working with wildlife agencies and private landowners
- Must be proficient with spreadsheets, internet and computer applications
- Individual will be required to reside in the Texas panhandle or west central Oklahoma
Positions will require moderate overnight travel most of which will occur within a two state region, although travel outside the region may be needed at times. Salary is very competitive. Excellent health and retirement benefits package along with a vehicle plan.
Complete the online job application by clicking here.
No telephone calls or agencies please.
Equal Employment/Affirmative Action/Drug-free workplace employer.
Marketing Licensee Manager
This position is responsible for developing and maintaining marketing strategies to meet organizational objectives. This position also evaluates customer research, market conditions, competitor data and implements marketing plan changes as needed and oversees marketing activities for the NWTF. This position will be located at the NWTF's National Headquarters in Edgefield, SC.
Duties:
- Responsible for the marketing of NWTF Partners, Licensees, and Special Sales Programs
- Develops annual marketing plan in conjunction with sales department, which details activities to follow during the fiscal year, which will focus on meeting organizational objectives
- Working with other departments to insure projects are done correctly and on time
- Responsible for managing the Marketing Department Budget
- Responsible for achievement of frequent, timely and positive media coverage for Partners, Licensees, and Special programs
- Managing the entire product line life cycle from strategic planning to tactical activities.
- Developing and implementing a company-wide go-to-market plan
- Development and implementation of a plan to market partners, licensees and special programs to members and nonmembers
Relationships and Roles:
- Internal / External Cooperation
- Demonstrate ability to interact and cooperate with all company employees
- Build trust, value others, communicate effectively, drive execution, foster innovation, focus on the customer, collaborate with others, solve problems creatively and demonstrate high integrity
- Maintain professional internal and external relationships that meet company core values
- Proactively establish and maintain effective working team relationships with all support departments
Minimum Qualifications:
- 4-6 years of sales experience in the marketing industry
- Extensive experience in all aspects of developing and maintaining marketing strategies to meet organizational objectives
- Strong understanding of customer and market dynamics and requirements
- Willingness to travel and work weekends
- Proven ability to oversee all marketing activities
- MBA preferred but undergraduate degree required
This is a full time salaried position with an excellent benefits package.
Complete the online job application by clicking here.
No telephone calls or agencies please.
Equal Employment/Affirmative Action/Drug-free workplace employer.
