The USF is looking for an individual with excellent organizational skills who can assume responsibility for the administration of the Upper Saranac Foundation (USF). The Administrator will oversee day-to-day operations of the Foundation and will report to the USF Board of Directors.
- The role requires excellent organizational, planning, writing, and communication skills.
- The candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day administration of the Foundation, including communication strategies, aspects of financial control, and fundraising.
- Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree, strong leadership skills with the ability to take initiative and be a self-starter, a keen interest in and enthusiasm for the protection of the Saranac Watershed, excellent interpersonal communication and writing skills, ability to proactively build relationships, proven organizational skills, basic understanding of financial matters to represent issues to the Board.
This is a full-time (40 hours per week) non-exempt position. The pay rate is $25.00 per hour. The typical work schedule is five days a week, Monday to Friday. Health benefits are available to full-time employees, but not their dependents, after a 30-day waiting period. New employees are eligible to pay into an IRA program in January. Contributions are matched up to 3% of salary by USF. Employees also receive vacation days, sick days, holidays, and personal days.
Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume by mail to P. O. Box 1356 – Saranac Lake, NY 12983-7356. The application deadline is March 31, 2024.