Love the outdoors?

We are looking for top tier candidates to join our team and create a lasting positive impact for Vermonters and visitors alike.

Please see available openings below.

DEVELOPMENT AND GUEST SERVICES COORDINATOR

The Position:
The Development and Guest Services Coordinator is a part-time (20 hours per week) position with benefits, and the opportunity to grow into a full-time position.

Job Functions include but are not limited to:

• Support the Development Director (DD) in developing and executing VHA’s annual fundraising plan in effort to grow revenue year-over-year and meet budget goals
• Manage donor and member databases in Salesforce; process and track donations and gift acknowledgments via USPS and our online platform
• Support the DD and Marketing Manager (MM) in planning and executing fundraising events
• Support grant writing efforts by tracking due dates, reporting requirements, and grant materials organization
• Manage the CheckFront reservation system; tasks include updating pricing and seasonal closures, cancellations and refunds, adventure bundles, etc.
• Correspond with partner hut-owners regarding reservations, open/close dates, pricing, and maintenance needs
• Field inquiries from guests in a timely manner to ensure hut and trail users are informed and prepared for their adventures

Location:
This is a mostly remote position requiring reliable and fast internet connectivity. Staff occasionally meet in person at our Waterbury office space. The ideal candidate will be based in Vermont.

Desired Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in writing, marketing, a related field, or equivalent professional experience
• Demonstrated organizational and/or project management skills
• Experience with nonprofit development including grant writing, individual philanthropy, and cultivating relationships with prospective donors
• Strong communication skills with an attention to detail, particularly in email correspondences
• Self-starter with a positive attitude and ability to adapt quickly to changing needs
• Experience with, or the ability to quickly learn the following platforms: Checkfront, SalesForce, WordPress, Google Suite (gmail, docs, sheets, forms, etc…), and Stripe
• Database management

Benefits:

• Salary: $24,000 – $28,000 depending on experience (20 hours/week)
• Two weeks paid time off (increases to three weeks after one year of employment)
• 10 paid holidays per year (alternatively, these can be added to your PTO)
• 401k and home office reimbursements
• Primarily remote work from home

To Apply:
If you’re passionate about creating an enriching outdoor experience for everyone, please submit a cover letter and resume to info@vermonthuts.org with the subject line: Development and Guest Services Coordinator – Last Name, First Name. Please be sure to submit your resume with your first and last name as part of the file name. We look forward to hearing from you.

Vermont Huts Association is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from women, people of color, ethnic minorities, LGBTQ, and persons with disabilities.

About Us:
Vermont Huts is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit whose mission is to foster a deeper appreciation for our natural environment and strengthen Vermont’s communities by providing enriching and immersive outdoor experiences for all. We work to increase access to outdoor recreation and actively support rural economies throughout Vermont. To do that, we’re creating the country’s most innovative statewide, hut-supported trail network, intentionally routed into local communities and linking existing networks.

Our values guide us in every aspect from big-picture planning to daily activities, including our hiring process. Our core values include meaningful partnerships, equity and belonging, a healthy work/life balance, and perseverance.

We’re looking for someone who not only shares our passion for outdoor recreation but is also excited to wear many hats, work closely and collaboratively with our existing staff of six, and help us craft and tell the story of our organization.