Conservation, Environmental Science & Policy

John Brown

* ******* *****, *****, ** ***** 603-***-**** *.*.*****@***.***

September 20, 2013

Human Resources

The Maine Conservation Corps

** ***** ***** *******, *******, ME

Dear Sir or Madam,

I am interested in the AmeriCorps Volunteer & Outreach Coordinator position. I am a graduate from Plymouth State

University with a Bachelor’s of Science in Environmental Science and Policy and a minor in Geography. I would appreciate your

consideration for this position as I believe my skills and capabilities are an ideal match.

Your Requirements:

• Computer skills including Internet and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Experience managing volunteers.

• Experience conducting outreach and giving presentations.

• Familiarity with social media.

• Extensive written communication skills.

My Qualifications:

• I am an expert with Microsoft Work, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.

• I have experience with managing volunteers at my local Audubon.

• I have extensive experience with giving presentations as I have had to perform many throughout my years at school and

my involvement with clubs and organizations. I also have experience conducting outreach to local businesses and

organizations through my involvement with clubs and organizations as well.

• I am very familiar with social media. I frequently visit facebook, twitter and tumblr.

• I enjoy writing and pride myself in my ability to write clearly and effectively.

I have attached a resume for your review. I appreciate your taking the time to review my credentials and again, thank you for your

consideration.

Sincerely,

John Brown

John Brown

1 Bristol Court, Derry, NH 03038 603-***-**** *.*.*****@***.***

Objective

Obtain a position as an AmeriCorps Volunteer & Outreach Coordinator.

Education

Bachelor of Science may 2013 plymouth state university

Major: Environmental Science and Policy

Minor: Geography

Related coursework: Engineering Design, ArcGIS, Physical/Urban Geography, Conservation Biology, Biology II, Agriculture,

Energy and Society, Environmental & Community Planning, Technical Writing

Clubs & Activities

New Hampshire audubon Auburn, NH

Volunteered frequently over the course of three years

Helped manage new volunteers

Guided visitor tours, Grounds maintenance, Cared for animals

Geography & Environmental planning club

Local trail work around the area

Host geography awareness week

Skills & Abilities

Related skills

Experience with coordinating and training volunteers.

Experience working with social media and outreach programs.

Strong writing skills.

computers

Skilled with ArcGIS, AutoCad, Adobe Indesign, Photoshop, Flash, Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Access, and Powerpoint

Personal

Interpretation, judgment, and decision making skills.

Highly organized and keen attention to detail.

Strong written and oral communication skills.

Highly motivated and quick to adapt.

Excel at working well both independently and with others.

Outgoing and positive attitude.

Valid Driver’s license.

Personal transportation within the state of Maine.

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