To say that the last few months have not gone as we expected would be an understatement. For over 30 years, the North Carolina Office of Environmental Education and Public Affairs has been a key partner in EENC's work since our founding in 1991. The story of the Office of EE has been shared by the News and Observer, the Coastal Review, and in the Public School Forum of North Carolina, covering a wide array of perspectives and highlighting the important work this office does for so many across our state. Now we embark on the journey of figuring out what is next. First and foremost, our work continues. EENC's commitment to build connections, provide professional development, and promote excellence for North Carolina's community of environmental educators persists, and you can count on us to continue to support this community through this transition. While we are not sure where all of the pieces of the Office of EE will land, we are confident that every piece will find a home. The staff and Board of Directors of EENC are in active discussions both internally and with various external stakeholders and partners to determine the best path forward for the resources, programs, and certification housed within the Office of EE. We recognize that hundreds of individuals across North Carolina are actively enrolled in the North Carolina Environmental Education Certification program and, as such, require both short-term and long-term solutions. In the immediate term, if you are enrolled and working on your certification, please continue to work on your projects, attend courses, and complete your hours. One of EENC's highest priorities is implementing a stopgap measure to ensure current enrollees can continue working on their certification. When looking at the long-term plan for things, we want to make sure that we get things right, and that may take time and iteration. Right now, EENC does not have the staffing or capacity to take on everything that the Office of EE does, but that does not mean that we cannot get there. Funding plays a critical role in the capacity of work that EENC can take on, but so do strategic partnerships. We are so lucky to be in a state with one of the most robust environmental education networks in the country, which means that we are not in this work alone. I am sorry that I cannot give you the clear, direct answers you want at this time, but that is because there are so many moving parts, and we want to be clear and consistent when we have updates and guidance on this and other situations. You all spoke up loud and clear that environmental education is central to who North Carolina is, and that is something that EENC is immensely proud of. Thank you for your continuous time, effort, and advocacy. The Office of EE, the people who made it great, and the impact it has had for so many years will be carried on by all of us. We are a national leader in environmental education because of what Lisa, Marty, and all other staff who have been a part of the Office have done, and we thank them for their many years of public service and deep partnership with EENC. As we look toward EENC's conference in Raleigh next month, I know that this is a topic that will be weighing heavily on many of us, myself included. But one of the things that I hear year after year is that the EENC conference is a place of healing, growth, and rejuvenation for this community. Let this event be a time when we come together, mourn the loss of a friend, celebrate what we have accomplished, and use it as a springboard into the future. We have the responsibility to help write the next chapter of environmental education in North Carolina and not let the incredible work the Office of EE has done go to waste. In Community, Will Freund EENC Board Past-President

NOTE: This blog post is time-sensitive and may not be applicable at the time of reading. A huge THANK YOU to several members of the EE community for helping bring all of this information together. WEDNESDAY, JULY 9 UPDATE: As you may have heard, the latest budget was passed in North Carolina and signed by Governor Stein, which did not include funding for the N.C. Office of Environmental Education and Public Affairs. We want to thank you for all of your intense efforts these last two weeks to make sure our legislature knows the deep value of the Office of EE, and how far the impact of Lisa and Marty's work spreads across the state. This reminds us that staying in contact with our representatives, showing them the work that we do, and getting their support requires continuous effort. As you can imagine, there will be many changes coming at the state level with this new budget, and many changes happening with the resources from the Office of EE. EENC is ready to support this transition where we can, and is part of the many conversations happening as things move forward. WHAT CAN YOU DO? Keep sharing your stories with your local House and Senate members about how the resources and programs provided by the Office of Environmental Education and Public Affairs supports your work, your job training, your classroom, your community, or your business. Ask them to propose a technical correction to the state budget that will reinstate funding to support administration of the EE Certification program and the technical support and resources they provide. Consider reaching out to Governor Stein and Lt Governor Hunt as well-- some of you may have EE Certification Certificates that include Governor Stein's signature! The NC Legislature will return to session July 27, so that's our deadline. We want you to know that Environmental Education isn't going anywhere in North Carolina - we remain a strong community and your good work still matters! It's time to lean into our growing edge, look for the opportunities for positive change, and keep sharing the connections and impacts of Environmental Education in our state.We look forward to working with statewide partners as we plan for the furture of EE in North Carolina. Stay tuned for more updates in the weeks to come as more information becomes available. The EENC Team Questions, comments, and concerns can be directed to Cynthia Peedin, EENC Board President, cynthia@eenc.org. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 UPDATE: At the end of June, the North Carolina General Assembly appointed a conferee committee of House and Senate members to work out the differences between their proposed budgets for the next fiscal year. Since that time, we have not received any concrete updates on the status of funding for the North Carolina Office of Environmental Education. That being said, we have received a statement from the Office of EE that we wanted to share. We wanted to provide you with an update on the status of the Office of Environmental Education and Public Affairs in the state budget. The General Assembly has passed a mini budget that does not include eliminating or moving the Office of Environmental Education and Public Affairs. The General Assembly is currently stalled on the budget process, and we do not know when or if the full budget will be approved. Thank you for all the support that the Office has received from educators across the state. The Office continues to be a part of the conversation because of the advocacy that you all, as a community, have done. Thank you for speaking up to protect such an integral part of the environmental education community here in North Carolina. That does not mean that our work is done yet. Until the final bill is passed and signed by Gov. Stein, there is still a chance that we will need to call upon you again to call your representatives and advocate for funding for the Office. Stay tuned for more updates in the future. FRIDAY, JUNE 20 UPDATE: Over 40 organizations have now signed the letter in support of funding for the Office of Environmental Education. Thank you! Your voices, both individually and at an organizational level, are and will make a difference. We are getting reports that the NC General Assembly and the budget negotiations are at a stalemate, and will be put on pause until after the July 4th holiday break. Although the NC House's version of the budget did include funding for the Office of EE, the NC Senate still needs to align its version of the budget for it to be voted on and sent to Governor Stein. With that, EENC will hold off on sending the signed organizational letters until deliberation resumes and representatives are in their offices to receive and respond to our messages. If you have not done so yet, and have the capacity to do so, we encourage you to reach out to your NC House representatives and THANK them for ensuring funding for the Office of EE. We asked them to act, they did, and now we need to thank them for listening to us. Here is the link to the spreadsheet again, if you need it, with contact information for your representatives in the NC General Assembly. If you want more updates in your email on this issue, we encourage you to sign up for the NC-EE listserv, where members of our community have shared more updates. This list is open to anyone with an interest in environmental education in North Carolina. It is moderated by the N.C. Office of Environmental Education and Public Affairs. Posts for environmental education and workshops, job opportunities, new resources, programs, and environmental education conferences and events are welcome. WEDNESDAY, JUNE 4 UPDATE: EENC has launched an organizational sign-on letter advocating for financial support of the Office of EE that will be sent to members of the NC Senate. After so many individuals have spoken up, we want to make sure that the organizations in North Carolina have a chance to make their voices heard! If your organization would like to participate in this important effort to advocate for funding for the Office of EE, please follow the link below to fill out the Google Form and add your organization to the list of signatories. Although we appreciate the support of individuals, please note that we are collecting signatures from organizational signatures only for this effort. The deadline to add your organization to this letter is next Wednesday, June 11th, 2025. You can read the full text of the letter by clicking here. Sign the Letter! WEDNESDAY, MAY 21 UPDATE: Tuesday afternoon, the House put forth a revised budget that reinstates "...all functions, powers, and operations" of the Office of Environmental Education and Public Affairs under the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. You can read all about it here on page 316. This is really good news, but our work is not done! 1. We need to THANK the representatives that made this happen. Advocacy must go both ways... the representatives heard the concerns and took a positive action for our EE community - so we need to show our appreciation before Thursday afternoon. Wednesday and Thursday: Call/Email (or both!) all the people you reached out to and express your sincere thanks for reinstating the Office of Environmental Education in the budget. Here is the link to the spreadsheet again if you need it. Didn't feel comfortable calling and expressing your concerns or didn't have time earlier this week to make a call or send an email? Consider taking a few moments to express your thank you for their support! 2. Remember, the Office of EE is NOT in the Senate budget, so we will need to come out in force again to let our state senators know why they should support the office. Keep an out for the next call to action that will probably occur for the first week of June. The House/Senate will most likely put forth consensus members for each chamber that will iron out any details before voting on a final budget appropriations bill to be signed by the Governor. By law, this must occur by June 15. WEDNESDAY, MAY 16 UPDATE: This is an update and call for action on the state budget funding situation concerning the removal of funding for the North Carolina Office of Environmental Education and Public Affairs from the currently proposed North Carolina House budget set to be voted on the week of May 19th. We need you to speak up for the Office of EE and show how important and impactful their work is in your work, your community, and around the state. Why is this important? Environmental education empowers students to understand and address the pressing environmental challenges of our time. The Office of Environmental Education manages our state's EE Certification program, provides an email Listserv resource, hosts an environmental education job board, the Lunchtime Discovery series, the annual Nonformal Educators meeting in partnership with the Department of Public Instruction, maintains a website that serves as a clearinghouse for all the programs and EE opportunities across the state, and much more. It’s a small investment with a massive impact. Eliminating this office would undermine decades of progress in fostering an informed and engaged citizenry. The Office of Environmental Education is a critical partner for EENC and so many other organizations and individuals across the state and throughout the region. We need YOU as someone who cares about the future of environmental education and the importance of the work that the Office of EE does, to speak up and contact your elected officials to tell them to ensure funding for this Office now and in the future. Below, you will find a list of links to documents, committees, and the budget related to the upcoming NC House and Senate deliberations. These committees will be meeting early next week (starting Monday, May 19) to start budget negotiations. The key committees are linked below. The next few days will be a critical timeframe for hearing from constituents, LIKE YOU! We have heard from a legislative liaison, and this is what they had to share: It is urgent that people actively reach out to the legislative members of the committees we have mentioned below, because if they hear from hundreds of people, the issue will have to be taken up for discussion in committee. It is also imperative that people reach out to the Speaker of the House, Representative Destin Hall, and the President Pro Tem, Senator Phil Berger. All Documents: North Carolina General Assembly (HOUSE) - Appropriations, Agriculture and Natural and Economic Resources House Standing Committee Budget: https://webservices.ncleg.gov/ViewDocSiteFile/99061 Committees: House Committee on Appropriations - https://www.ncleg.gov/Committees/CommitteeInfo/HouseStanding/6 Senate Committee on Appropriations/Base Budget Standing - https://www.ncleg.gov/Committees/CommitteeInfo/SenateStanding/136 Senate Committee on Appropriations on Agriculture, Natural, and Economic Resources - https://www.ncleg.gov/Committees/CommitteeInfo/SenateStanding/145 House Appropriations Committee on Agriculture and Natural and Economic Resources - https://www.ncleg.gov/Committees/CommitteeInfo/HouseStanding/12 - FOCUS ON COMMITTEE CHAIRS If you aren't certain who your representative is, visit this website and enter your address. Just be certain you have NC HOUSE selected. Know who your representative is, but not their contact information? Check out this spreadsheet with contact information for the four key committees that people need to reach out to, and also the Speaker of the House and the House Pro Tem. EENC has created this email template you can use for your communications. We have faced this challenge before - in 2011 and in 2017 - and work from the EE Community and supporters saved this vital office, and we can do it again! For more context, you can read our previous blog post related to this issue: Unless: Your Voice Can Make A Difference for EE in North Carolina.

Written By Brooke Wilson, EENC Board Member At-Large EENC is so proud to be able to offer mini-grants for the 8th year in a row! There were so many wonderful project proposals this year. We are excited to award grant funds to six members who will receive funds totaling just shy of $1,000. This means that the total awarded grant funds spanning over the last 8 years have reached over $14,000. This was all used in direct support of the creative ideas, professional development, program supply purchases, and so much more that assisted individuals and organizations to help promote the field of Environmental Education. These project proposals directly align with the mission, vision, and values of EENC. When we consider the reach and impact of what these projects can accomplish, we eagerly look forward to December every year when we get the report of how these mini-grants helped to advance the field of Environmental Education in North Carolina. We could not carry forth our mission without the support of our members, and when we are able to reach out and provide support in return, it makes it all worthwhile. Check out the full map of all of EENC's Mini-Grant Awardees from over the year by clicking here! The 2026 EENC Mini-Grant program is made possible by the generous support of the EENC donor community. Without their continued and ongoing support, we would not be able to provide this opportunity. Consider a donation today to continue this program in years to come! Curious about what our mini-grant awardees will be doing with their awarded funds? Check out their project plans below and make sure to check back at the end of the year to see all of their accomplishments! Awardees Listed alphabetically by first name Daniel Woody Community Garden Manager, Villages at Washington Terrace Project Title: Community Garden at Washington Garden Enhancement Project “As Community Garden Manager at the Villages at Washington Terrace, I aim to expand and revitalize our community garden to improve food access, environmental literacy, and resident engagement. Southeast Raleigh faces persistent food insecurity, and many residents—especially seniors and those with limited mobility—benefit from hyper‑local access to fresh produce. The project will enhance soil quality, add nutrient amendments, introduce starter plants, and provide educational materials that teach residents how to grow food sustainably. Workshops will cover soil health, composting, pollinator‑friendly practices, and seasonal planting. These sessions will connect residents to core environmental education principles: understanding ecosystems, conserving resources, and recognizing human impacts on the environment. This project will also support my professional development through environmental education workshops, strengthening my ability to teach and lead. By improving both the physical garden and the educational programming around it, the project will create a more resilient, informed, and empowered community.” Darlene McDowell High School Science Teacher, Central Carolina Academy Project Title: Ocean Life: Innovative Marine Science Labs and Paper Dissections “This project will promote excellence in environmental education in North Carolina by expanding access to high-quality marine science instructional materials for my students. This project includes a comprehensive marine science lab manual , a teacher guide, and paper-based marine species dissections that allow students to explore marine anatomy, biodiversity, and ecosystem relationships without requiring preserved specimens. I want to provide engaging, classroom-ready materials to my students that support inquiry, critical thinking, and environmental awareness. This project strengthens the quality of marine science education and helps students better understand the ecological systems that influence North Carolina's coastal environment.” Kayla McCoy Director of Soil & Water, Wilkes County Project Title: Project SWAT-BMP Lesson Educator Kits “The Wilkes Soil & Water Conservation District will equip 13 educators with comprehensive hands-on lesson kits during the Project SWAT (Soil, Water, Agriculture Training) Workshop on August 19th. The central lesson, “The ABCs of BMPs for Livestock,” addresses the need to make abstract water quality concepts visible. Using materials like pool noodles and bandanas to simulate cattle and vegetative buffers, students act out the mechanics of erosion and nutrient runoff. This project empowers teachers to transform classrooms into interactive laboratories, bridging the gap between agricultural production and environmental stewardship. It is rooted in the fundamentals of environmental education by encouraging critical thinking and problem-solving, moving from general awareness to an understanding of specific, actionable solutions (BMPs) grounded in North Carolina’s agricultural context.” Keshi Satterwhite Executive Director, Planning Ahead Project Title: Ready Together: Community Education for Extreme Heat and Flood Preparedness “Many residents in Durham, North Carolina face increasing risks from extreme heat and flooding but lack accessible, locally relevant information about environmental systems and preparedness. Our workshop addresses this need through a community-based environmental education program that helps residents understand how climate change, urban development, and watershed dynamics contribute to environmental hazards in their neighborhoods. Participants engage in hands-on learning activities, including community mapping and guided discussions, to explore how stormwater systems, land use, and local environmental conditions influence flooding and heat exposure. The workshop connects environmental science concepts to everyday decision-making by teaching practical, low-cost strategies residents can use to protect their health, homes, and communities. By combining place-based learning with real-world problem solving, the program strengthens environmental literacy, promotes systems thinking, and empowers participants to become informed stewards of their local environment.” Monique McKoy Schools in Parks Specialist, NC State Parks Project Title: Our State Tree Teacher Kits “I would like to create and distribute classroom-ready kits for an activity I created called “Our State Tree,” centered on NC pine species and their importance in shaping our state. These will be given to teachers who will be a part of the Jones Lake Schools in Parks program for the 2026-27 school year. Many teachers I’ve encountered have expressed interest in this sort of activity but lack the time and resources to develop engaging, curriculum-aligned lessons, especially those requiring materials. This project addresses that need by providing kits with lesson plans and student materials. The project will positively impact students by increasing environmental literacy through active learning. Students will explore pine characteristics and ecosystem connections through interactive activities that promote observation and scientific thinking. This project is grounded in the fundamentals of environmental education by fostering awareness of local ecosystems and building skills for understanding human/environmental interactions. Pine is one of the most recognized trees for students and this helps them form a deeper connection to the resource that has shaped the state they live in.” Nora Skinner Environmental Programs Coordinator, Town of Apex Project Title: The Peak of Environmental Education! “This project will establish foundational supplies for Apex’s new Environmental Programs Department, currently led by just one staff member- me! By investing in reusable materials, I will lead engaging, low-barrier programs such as Gyotaku (fish printing), animal track identification, and other environmental crafts. Supplies like track models, laminatable materials, brushes, and fabric or paper will be reused across multiple programs, maximizing impact and cost efficiency. As a brand-new position, this initiative fills a gap in community-based environmental education in Apex. These programs will offer accessible opportunities for residents of all ages to connect with nature, build community, and explore the natural world. Grounded in environmental education principles, these experiences will promote lifelong learning and encourage responsible stewardship.”

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See the schedule and description of EENC's 2021 conference, held in Arden. 2021 Conference Join us for the 30th Annual Environmental Educators of North Carolina Conference at Lutheridge Arden, NC from Friday, September 10 to Saturday, September 11, 2021. This will also be the Southeastern Environmental Education Alliance (SEEA) regional conference. Learn more about SEEA at southeastee.com . Our 2021 SEEA/EENC conference theme is rEEmerge, honoring new beginnings as we celebrate EENC's 30th anniversary. Join us as we re-imagine a post-COVID world for Environmental Education; a world with diverse partnerships, resilient communities, and a broader concept of what it means to be an Environmental Educator. Enjoy a conference full of professional development, networking, learning, and field experiences that will help you expand your knowledge of EE and resources in NC and beyond! Plan ahead now for pre-conference workshops, field trips, and more on Thursday, September 9. If you have any questions about the conference, please contact Conference Co-chairs Chris Goforth and Shannon Culpepper at conference@eenc.org . EENC is handling all aspects of conference planning, including lodging and meals. Please direct all questions to Shannon and Chris as Lutheridge will be unable to give you answers. Keynote Speaker: Dr. Trish O'Kane Trish O’Kane is a writer and award-winning teacher who has published two books, and who has taught for 14 years in three major universities and a women’s prison. She is the creator of “Birding to Change the World,” a place-based environmental education program at the University of Vermont which pairs undergraduates with schoolchildren in a birding-mentoring program. In 2022, HarperCollins will publish her upcoming teaching-birding memoir about this program and how birds became her teachers. A dedicated and obsessive birder, in the past 10 years she has not only watched and studied birds with a scientific eye, spending over 1000 hours in the field, she has helped feathered parents raise baby bluebirds, tree swallows and black-capped chickadees in tiny houses and volunteered as a baby bird incubator “nurse” at a wildlife rehab facility. Before studying the natural sciences, she was a human and civil rights investigative journalist for 15 years in Central America and Alabama. She has published widely in US and Latin American media including The New York Times, TIME Magazine, The San Francisco Chronicle, NACLA, The Christian Science Monitor, Envío, and Noticias Aliadas. Schedule

Thank you for your interest in joining EENC's Staff team! Join Our Team The application window for the Operations and Development Lead position is now closed. Applications are currently under review; all applicants will be contacted the week of April 22nd. Interviews will be held between April 22nd and May 1st. Interview scheduling options include weekday business hours, evenings, and weekends. We will ask for references after interviews have been conducted. We anticipate a target start date of June 1, 2024. EENC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate of race, color, religious creed, gender, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, sexual orientation, or disability. Environmental Educators of North Carolina Operations and Development Lead The Environmental Educators of North Carolina (EENC) is a dynamic community of environmental educators dedicated to fostering connections, providing professional development, and promoting excellence in environmental education. Established in 1990, EENC has grown into a broad network of passionate individuals and organizations collaborating to achieve its core mission. We provide the forum to bring people together, leverage resources, and unite our voices across the state. Role Overview: As Operations & Development Lead, you will be pivotal in shaping our organization's operational efficiency and financial sustainability while driving strategic development initiatives. This position encompasses a range of responsibilities, including business management, fundraising, and collaborative leadership. You will work closely with the other two staff members, the Programming Lead and the Communications & Relationships Lead. This position is full-time (average of 35 hours per week), remote within North Carolina, with some travel required. Most travel is within the state. Shared Leadership: EENC practices shared leadership, a non-hierarchical approach to organizational structuring that prioritizes collaborative accountability and decision-making responsibilities to define and achieve strategic goals. All staff are formally employed by the board, and important decisions are made among staff, between staff and board members or committees, and at the board level as defined in our decision-making model. All staff members report to one another regularly on progress and challenges. Staff serve as liaisons to board committees and routinely communicate with board leaders to plan and implement projects. Our shared leadership model empowers both individual and collective decision-making; therefore, all team members must be able to self-motivate and take ownership of their individual tasks while contributing effectively to shared goals and initiatives. Ongoing, transparent, frequent communication among team members is integral to this model. For more about this model, review our Shared Leadership Statement . Key Responsibilities: Business Operations (50%): Oversee routine operations including budgeting, finance, payroll, benefits, HR, organizational policies, etc. Develop and implement strategic plans to optimize business operations and align them with organizational goals. Guide long-term business and financial planning. Ensure legal and regulatory compliance for the organization in collaboration with the Board of Directors leadership, including taxes, solicitation license, and non-profit policy compliance Fundraising and Development (50%): Align development strategies with the overall goals and mission of EENC. Design and execute comprehensive fundraising strategies with diverse revenue streams with an emphasis on grant writing and donor cultivation. Lead the development and implementation of engaging fundraising campaigns and events, major gift campaigns, and sponsorships. Fundraising events and campaigns are coordinated in collaboration with staff and Board committees. Assess financial data, measure performance, and guide data-driven decisions related to organization’s $225,000 annual budget. Regularly report on key performance indicators related to business operations, development efforts, and risk management. Serve as staff liaison to the Board of Directors for the following committees, which collaborate with staff to meet organizational goals: Finance Development Governance Other duties as needed. Who We’re Looking For: We are seeking a strategic thinker who can keep things running smoothly while helping guide long-term plans for EENC’s fiscal sustainability. The Operations & Development Lead should be experienced and comfortable managing budgets, cultivating revenue streams, and successfully executing dynamic projects. The ideal candidate for this new position will be excited to practice shared leadership in EENC’s staff team and eager to foster an expanding community of funders and supporters for our mission. Desired Skills and Experience Proven ability to work effectively with diverse teams, stakeholders, and partners to achieve common goals through leaderful collaboration Ability to manage multiple projects independently and as part of a team Experience with business operations, bookkeeping, or organizational financial management Ability to plan, organize, and think creatively at the systems level Experience developing and leading successful fundraising initiatives Experience writing, managing, and reporting on grants Exceptional writing, networking, and interpersonal skills Background in nonprofit or business leadership, especially collaborating with a non-profit Board of Directors and committees Tech Savvy: Proficient with or able to quickly learn the use of Google Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, Quickbooks Online, and other digital tools including video conferencing, project management, fundraising, and donor management platforms Ability to adapt to changing priorities and environments, with a flexible and proactive approach to challenges. Familiarity with environmental education and an understanding of the field in the state, nationally, and internationally Requirements Diversity Commitment: Demonstrated commitment to fostering justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion within the organization and in external relationships. Residency: North Carolina residency or a commitment to move within 30 days of hire. Driver’s License: A North Carolina driver’s license or the ability to acquire one within 90 days of hire. Travel: Infrequent independent travel in North Carolina for events. Schedule: Work will average 35 hours per week with a flexible schedule. Occasional evening and weekend work is necessary to accommodate special events. Work location: Employee must provide their own work location with reliable internet. We believe that environmental literacy and mutual respect are inherently linked with environmental and social justice, that environmental education and resources should be accessible to all communities, that biodiversity is critical to the success of natural spaces and the diversity of humanity is what makes us stronger, and that we are never done learning and growing as an organization and as individuals. We strongly encourage applications from People of Color, LGBTQ+ people, and those who are members of other marginalized communities. This job description is a general overview, not a mandatory or comprehensive list. We encourage you to apply if you have 75% of the skills and experience listed. Your experience includes paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer and non-traditional work and learning. If you feel passionate about our efforts and believe you have the skills to accomplish the job, we want to hear from you! Salary and Benefits: This full-time exempt salaried position will have a starting annual salary of $40,150 plus a 10% benefit stipend. Additional tangible benefits: Communications stipend for phone/internet ($80 per month) 2% employer-provided retirement contribution (no employee match required) EENC-provided computer, printer, and office supplies Paid professional development 32 days of paid personal leave for vacations, holidays, and other days of your choosing, plus 5 sick days per year Additional intangible benefits: Flexible scheduling Work from home Opportunity to work at a systemic level to support environmental educators and advance environmental education across the state Networking with environmental educators across the state How To Apply: Apply online by submitting our application form (embedded below, also available in-browser ). Resumes and cover letters will NOT be accepted via email. If you have questions, please contact Board Past President Amy Juliana at amy@eenc.org . To apply, you will need to submit: Resume Cover letter that addresses the following (maximum 2 pages): This position requires significant interaction with multiple internal and external stakeholder groups (grantors, staff, Board of Directors, others). Describe your experience interacting with multiple stakeholder groups. Describe a time you managed or developed an organizational or business budget. How did you plan for, track, and evaluate success? Hiring Timeline: Applications accepted through April 12, 2024. Application review period April 14 - April 19, 2024. All applicants will be contacted the following week. We anticipate conducting interviews April 22 - May 1. Interview scheduling options include weekday business hours, evenings, and weekends. We will ask for references after interviews have been conducted. We anticipate a target start date of June 1, 2024. EENC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate of race, color, religious creed, gender, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, sexual orientation, or disability.