Ditch and Reservoir Company Alliance
DARCA is the definitive resource for networking, information exchange, and advocacy among ditch and reservoir companies, irrigation districts, laterals, and private ditches
DARCA is looking for an executive director!
Are you interested in being part of Colorado’s water community? The Ditch and Reservoir Company Alliance (DARCA) is looking for an energetic leader to fill the position of Executive Director.
The position requires an estimated 20 hours a week. More hours will be required preparing for the Annual Conference in February and other workshop events. The selected candidate will enter into a two-year contract with an opportunity to extend the contract annually following a review by the Board.
Expected salary is between $2,000 and $2,500 a month. The position does not include benefits.
Office location will be determined by the Executive Director. All office/electronic equipment needed to perform the duties will be provided by the Executive Director.
The position will report to the Board President who will have supervision, and will provide direction to the Executive Director subject to the general direction of the 11 member Board of Directors.
Candidates shall email a cover letter and resume to darca.email@gmail.com by 5pm, March 15th, 2019.
A short list of candidates can expect to be interviewed the week of March 25, 2019 and a final decision of the Selection Committee is expected in early April 2019.
Questions may be submitted in writing to the DARCA Selection Committee at darca.email@gmail.com .
Candidates should have as a minimum:
JOB DESCRIPTION - Executive Director of DARCA
Function: To implement the goals and objectives of the organization. DARCA’s mission is to become the definitive resource for networking, education, and advocacy among mutual ditch and reservoir companies, incorporated laterals, private ditches, and other water right holders. The President of DARCA shall, subject to the general direction and control of the Board of Directors, have the general supervision and guidance to the Executive Director. The Executive Director shall be the chief administrator of DARCA. It is anticipated that this position will typically be 20 hours a week with an increase in time required during the final preparations for the annual conference.
DUTIES:
Provide Information and Expertise to DARCA Members: Keep current on issues and topics that affect ditch and reservoir companies. These include local, state, and national legislation and statues; farming and ranching issues, production agriculture, engineering and ditch technologies, law, water delivery technologies, and other pertinent information.
Board Administration and Support: Support operations and administration of the Board by advising and informing Board members. Maintain a monthly Board meeting schedule and prepare meeting agenda and minutes. Maintain DARCA email address and DARCA phone number via routing services to personal smart phone.
Committees: Solicit information from members and establish committees for specific purposes including the annual convention and for other DARCA projects.
Membership Services: Communicate and assist members with solving their problems. Maintain DARCA website’s membership access; maintain database of current, past, and potential members and contact information; develop and maintain membership drive strategies to be reviewed annually by the Board, Maintain database of current, past and potential sponsors, exhibitors.
Program, Product and Service Delivery: Oversee design, marketing, promotion, delivery and quality of programs, products and services. These include: annual convention, workshops, the Ditch Company handbook, develop website content; white papers, promotional material, etc. Speak at appropriate conferences and venues including but not limited to Colorado Water Congress, Water Forums, and as directed by the Board.
Financial, Tax, and Risk: Manage organization's resources within budget guidelines. Communicate with accountant/bookkeeper and treasurer. Maintain conformance with laws and regulations including tax filings and appropriate liability and D&O insurance.
Management of Employees and Interns: Manage the human resources of the organization according to personnel policies and procedures that fully conform to current laws and regulations. Manage interns if/when available.
Community and Public Relations: Assure the organization and its mission, programs, products and services are consistently presented in strong, positive image to relevant stakeholders.
Fundraising, Sponsorships and Volunteers: Oversee fundraising planning and implementation, including identifying research funding sources, establishing strategies to approach funders/sponsors, submit proposals and administer fundraising/sponsorship records and documentation. Recruit volunteers to assist with DARCA activities.
Collaboration with Other Organizations and Entities: Collaborate with other organizations and entities to help strengthen DARCA’s effectiveness within the state including CSU Water Institute; state colleges and universities; conservation districts; agricultural NGOs, Colorado Water Congress, and other organizations identified by the Board.
Advocacy: Advocate on behalf of DARCA those issues approved by the Board. Attend a majority of the CWC State Affairs Committee meetings via conference call.
Maintain DARCA Records and Provide Office: Maintain DARCA records digitally and provide storage and office space for DARCA business.
EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT/COMPENSATION:
The position will be a contract employee and does not include benefits.
The Executive Director’s contract will be a two-year contract with an annual review with possible one-year extension after the first year and each subsequent year by March 1.
Salary is expected to be between $2,000 and $2,500 per month.
Direct expenses (including approved travel) will be paid via expense report approved by the Board President or his designee.
All office and electronics equipment will be supplied by the Executive Director.
The position requires an estimated 20 hours a week. More hours will be required preparing for the Annual Conference in February and other workshop events. The selected candidate will enter into a two-year contract with an opportunity to extend the contract annually following a review by the Board.
Expected salary is between $2,000 and $2,500 a month. The position does not include benefits.
Office location will be determined by the Executive Director. All office/electronic equipment needed to perform the duties will be provided by the Executive Director.
The position will report to the Board President who will have supervision, and will provide direction to the Executive Director subject to the general direction of the 11 member Board of Directors.
Candidates shall email a cover letter and resume to darca.email@gmail.com by 5pm, March 15th, 2019.
A short list of candidates can expect to be interviewed the week of March 25, 2019 and a final decision of the Selection Committee is expected in early April 2019.
Questions may be submitted in writing to the DARCA Selection Committee at darca.email@gmail.com .
Candidates should have as a minimum:
- Two-year college degree;
- General understanding of Colorado’s water rights law and the delivery of water in Colorado;
- History of facilitation and presentation activities including examples;
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral;
- Strong attention to technical detail and accuracy;
- Ability to work effectively in both independent and team situations;
- Ability to travel once a month within the state of Colorado (valid driver’s license required);
- Strong customer service skills; and
- Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access), Gmail, Google Apps and website design/maintenance.
JOB DESCRIPTION - Executive Director of DARCA
Function: To implement the goals and objectives of the organization. DARCA’s mission is to become the definitive resource for networking, education, and advocacy among mutual ditch and reservoir companies, incorporated laterals, private ditches, and other water right holders. The President of DARCA shall, subject to the general direction and control of the Board of Directors, have the general supervision and guidance to the Executive Director. The Executive Director shall be the chief administrator of DARCA. It is anticipated that this position will typically be 20 hours a week with an increase in time required during the final preparations for the annual conference.
DUTIES:
Provide Information and Expertise to DARCA Members: Keep current on issues and topics that affect ditch and reservoir companies. These include local, state, and national legislation and statues; farming and ranching issues, production agriculture, engineering and ditch technologies, law, water delivery technologies, and other pertinent information.
Board Administration and Support: Support operations and administration of the Board by advising and informing Board members. Maintain a monthly Board meeting schedule and prepare meeting agenda and minutes. Maintain DARCA email address and DARCA phone number via routing services to personal smart phone.
Committees: Solicit information from members and establish committees for specific purposes including the annual convention and for other DARCA projects.
Membership Services: Communicate and assist members with solving their problems. Maintain DARCA website’s membership access; maintain database of current, past, and potential members and contact information; develop and maintain membership drive strategies to be reviewed annually by the Board, Maintain database of current, past and potential sponsors, exhibitors.
Program, Product and Service Delivery: Oversee design, marketing, promotion, delivery and quality of programs, products and services. These include: annual convention, workshops, the Ditch Company handbook, develop website content; white papers, promotional material, etc. Speak at appropriate conferences and venues including but not limited to Colorado Water Congress, Water Forums, and as directed by the Board.
Financial, Tax, and Risk: Manage organization's resources within budget guidelines. Communicate with accountant/bookkeeper and treasurer. Maintain conformance with laws and regulations including tax filings and appropriate liability and D&O insurance.
Management of Employees and Interns: Manage the human resources of the organization according to personnel policies and procedures that fully conform to current laws and regulations. Manage interns if/when available.
Community and Public Relations: Assure the organization and its mission, programs, products and services are consistently presented in strong, positive image to relevant stakeholders.
Fundraising, Sponsorships and Volunteers: Oversee fundraising planning and implementation, including identifying research funding sources, establishing strategies to approach funders/sponsors, submit proposals and administer fundraising/sponsorship records and documentation. Recruit volunteers to assist with DARCA activities.
Collaboration with Other Organizations and Entities: Collaborate with other organizations and entities to help strengthen DARCA’s effectiveness within the state including CSU Water Institute; state colleges and universities; conservation districts; agricultural NGOs, Colorado Water Congress, and other organizations identified by the Board.
Advocacy: Advocate on behalf of DARCA those issues approved by the Board. Attend a majority of the CWC State Affairs Committee meetings via conference call.
Maintain DARCA Records and Provide Office: Maintain DARCA records digitally and provide storage and office space for DARCA business.
EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT/COMPENSATION:
The position will be a contract employee and does not include benefits.
The Executive Director’s contract will be a two-year contract with an annual review with possible one-year extension after the first year and each subsequent year by March 1.
Salary is expected to be between $2,000 and $2,500 per month.
Direct expenses (including approved travel) will be paid via expense report approved by the Board President or his designee.
All office and electronics equipment will be supplied by the Executive Director.
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