Northeast Regional Manager
Posted by Access Fund on 03/05/2025
Job Basics
Industry Sector: Action, Fitness, Lifestyle, Outdoor
Job Categories: Business Opportunities, Events, Management, Outdoor Education, Public Relations, Trail Management
Company Type: Conservation, Recreation
State: CT, DE, ME, MD, MA, NH, NJ, NY, PA, RI, VT
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Country: United States
Required Experience: 1 - 3 years
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: $55,000 - $65,000
Required to Relocate: No
Required to Travel: Yes
Employee May Telecommute: Yes
Job Seeker Must Live Within: Telecommute
Job Description & Requirements
OVERVIEW
Access Fund is the nonprofit advocacy organization that leads and inspires the climbing community toward sustainable access and conservation of the climbing environment. Founded in 1991, Access Fund represents more than 8 million climbers across the country. We execute on that mission across six core program areas, including Climbing Policy and Advocacy, Stewardship and Conservation, Local Support and Mobilization, Land Acquisition and Protection, Risk Management and Land Owner Support, and Education.
The Northeast Regional Manager provides leadership, coordination, and support for Access Fund’s core program delivery in the Northeast region of the United States, including policy and government affairs, land acquisition and private landowner support, stewardship and education, and local climbing organization (LCO) support programs. The Northeast Regional Manager will maintain and expand Access Fund’s established regional presence, partnerships, and projects to maximize program impacts in some of the most popular and iconic climbing areas in the U.S. The territory includes Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Maryland.
The Northeast Regional Manager reports to the Eastern Regional Director and must be located within the Northeast region. Relocation reimbursement is not available.
Northeast Regional Manager Job Responsibilities
Project Management and Coordination (50%)
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Provide regional and local project management support and coordination, in partnership with relevant Access Fund programs teams and team leaders, local climbing organizations, and other local partners.
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Partner with Access Fund’s policy and government affairs team to advance and support Access Fund’s national policy and government affairs strategy through projects and work at a regional and local level, including advocacy campaigns, management plans, government affairs, legislation and other initiatives.
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Partner with Access Fund’s land acquisition and private landowner support team to identify and execute on projects that promote climbing access and land conservation, including acquisitions, easements, leases, and access agreements, as well as risk management support for landowners. Assist with monitoring of conservation easements within the region.
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Partner with Access Fund’s stewardship team to activate, support, and expand Access Fund’s stewardship and education programs regionally, including the Conservation Team projects, Adopt a Crag events, Climber Steward events, climbing gym events, festivals and other initiatives and projects with local climbing organizations and other partners.
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Develop, manage and report climbing area information, geo-data, and metrics related to Access Fund work and impacts in the Northeast region, in coordination with relevant programs team members.
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Support Access Fund’s grant programs, in partnership with program staff and the grant committee.
Organizational Partnerships and Relationships (40%)
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Partner with Access Fund’s Affiliate-LCO support team to strengthen local climbing organizations in the Northeast region and provide local climbing organization capacity and support, including startup, operations, fundraising, and other organizational consultation.
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Build and maintain relationships with key partners, including local climbing organizations, land trusts, land managers, donors, outdoor industry companies, professional athletes, etc.
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Support Access Fund’s marketing and development teams to raise revenue in support of program delivery. Meet with donors, corporate partners, and other supporters to advance fundraising goals.
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Provide and edit content for organizational communications such as monthly e-newsletters, social media posts, and print publications. Present, host, or moderate regional or topical webinars and conferences.
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Represent Access Fund at public-facing events, climbing festivals, speaking engagements, and agency or community meetings.
Regional Strategy and Leadership (10%)
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Set and manage strategic goals and objectives for Access Fund’s climbing-related programs in the Northeast, in partnership with the Eastern Regional Director; monitor progress and report to Access Fund leadership.
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Proactively identify, plan, and carry out new regional initiatives and projects to promote sustainable access to climbing and conserve the climbing environment.
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Manage a regional budget and assist the marketing and philanthropy teams in raising funds and awareness for regional initiatives.
Skills and Experiences We’re Looking For
Your experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work, which helps build the competencies, knowledge, and skills that translate directly to our openings. Not meeting all the requirements but still feel like you’d be a great fit? Applying gives you the opportunity to be considered. Tell us how you can contribute to our team in a cover letter.
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Knowledge of climbing and an interest in climbing advocacy and the work of Access Fund.
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Proven passion and track record for climbing advocacy, conservation, and stewardship, preferably in the Northeast region of the U.S.
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Confidence in representing Access Fund to a wide variety of people and partners; be comfortable with meeting new people, connecting with others, and speaking to groups.
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A four-year college degree or a combination of education and relevant work experience.
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Two or more years of relevant experience in nonprofits, climbing, or outdoor industry.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Proactive problem-solving and an ability to be self-sufficient. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with a team.
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Project management experience, excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and follow-through. Takes initiative and action, getting work done thoroughly. Able to meet firm deadlines. Comfortable with uncertainty and last-minute changes.
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Familiarity with nonprofit organizations and comfort in executing on fundraising tasks.
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Demonstrated proficiency with technology (e.g., Microsoft Suite, Google Suite, video conferencing/webinar software, etc.).
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A sense of adventure and a positive attitude, flexibility, adaptability, and creativity.
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Ability to work a consistent 40-hour week.
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Regular travel is required, occasionally on weekends, including travel within the region for projects and meetings and nationally to staff retreats, annual summits, climbing workshops, and industry events.
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Clean driving record and valid driver’s license.
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Satisfactory completion of a background check.
Preferred Skills and Experience
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Working knowledge and passion for Northeast climbing areas, organizations, climbing communities, land managers, and corporate partners.
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Professional experience in nonprofits, land conservation, visitor management, stewardship/trails, natural resource interpretation or education, or public lands advocacy.
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Climbing fixed anchor replacement and maintenance practices.
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Grant writing.
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GIS, GPS, and mapmaking.
Essential Job Functions
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Visiting climbing areas and hiking on uneven terrain.
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Setting up and breaking down events, which may involve moving and loading boxes, tables, and tents weighing up to 30 pounds (though accommodations can be made).
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Regular travel both by air and car.
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Standing for 4+ hours while tabling at events.
Compensation and Benefits
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Salary: $55,000 - $65,000/year DOE
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Full-Time, Exempt position
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Benefits
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Generous time off, including paid holidays, 3 weeks of vacation (accrual increases throughout staff’s tenure), sick time, and flex time for nights and weekends worked.
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Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance, as well as 403(b) retirement participation with a 3% match after one year of employment.
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Flexible schedules are available to our employees.
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Access to industry pro deals.
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Climbing gym discounts, depending on location.
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Relocation reimbursement is not available.
To Apply: To view the job posting in its entirety, please go to accessfund.org/careers. Please send a resume and cover letter describing your professional and personal experience with “Northeast Regional Manager” in the subject line to employment@accessfund.org no later than Friday, April 25th. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the position may be filled at any time. No phone calls, please.
Access Fund is an equal opportunity employer and provides employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or disability. We seek to attract a skilled workforce that reflects the diverse demographics of current and future outdoor enthusiasts. At Access Fund, we pride ourselves on the health and happiness of our staff. Together, we are building an organization and an industry where great ideas, born from a diversity of experiences, thrive.
