ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Champlain Islands Jobs (NOW HIRING)

People also search for

All JobsChamplain Islands Jobs

Champlain Islands information

What is the difference between Champlain Islands vs Boat Captain?

AspectChamplain IslandsBoat Captain
Required CredentialsBoating license, safety certificationsCaptain's license, safety certifications
Work EnvironmentTourist areas, lakes, ferry servicesMarinas, lakes, rivers, passenger or cargo boats
Employer & IndustryTourism, transportation, hospitalityMaritime, transportation, tourism

Champlain Islands refers to a geographic region with tourism and transportation roles, often requiring boating licenses. A Boat Captain is a licensed professional responsible for operating boats, often within the same region. While both roles involve boating and safety certifications, Champlain Islands is a location, whereas Boat Captain is a job title. The main difference lies in Champlain Islands being a place, and Boat Captain being a profession within that area.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Champlain Islands professional, and why are they important?

I'm sorry, but 'Champlain Islands' is not a recognized job title. Please provide a valid professional occupation to receive relevant information.

What are Champlain Islands?

The Champlain Islands are a group of islands located in Lake Champlain, in the northwestern part of Vermont, USA. They are known for their scenic beauty, outdoor recreational opportunities, and close-knit communities. The main islands include South Hero, North Hero, Grand Isle, Isle La Motte, and Alburgh. The area is popular for activities such as boating, fishing, biking, and exploring local farms and vineyards. The Champlain Islands are also rich in history, with several sites dating back to the early settlement of Vermont.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in the Champlain Islands region, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals working in the Champlain Islands often encounter unique challenges related to the region’s rural setting, such as limited access to resources, longer travel times for meetings, and a smaller local workforce. Effective communication and adaptability are key, as teams may be dispersed and rely on digital collaboration tools. Building strong local relationships and staying engaged with broader professional networks can help overcome geographic isolation and support career growth. Embracing flexibility and leveraging available technology are essential for success in this distinctive work environment.
NCPR Southern Adirondacks / Community Engagement Reporter

NCPR Southern Adirondacks / Community Engagement Reporter

St. Lawrence University

Canton, NY • On-site

$62K/yr

Full-time, Part-time

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Posting Details
Position Information
Position Title
NCPR Southern Adirondacks / Community Engagement Reporter
FLSA
Exempt
Primary Responsibilities
North Country Public Radio is seeking a creative, ambitious, and talented reporter to join our award-winning, nationally recognized news team. This position is centered in Glens Falls, NY, a growing city with tons of new energy, reporting stories from places across the southern Adirondacks and Champlain Valley, from Ticonderoga to Minerva to North Creek to Lake George. Join a hardworking news team working in a geographically diverse region, from rolling hills and farmland in the St. Lawrence River and Thousand Islands, to the Adirondack Mountains, the Tug Hill Plateau, and Akwesasne Mohawk territory.
We tell the stories of the people who live in our region in eye- and ear-catching ways, challenging our assumptions and nurturing our curiosity. We dig deep and seek out the voices of people who haven't been heard from a range of backgrounds. Our news team is a supportive and creative group of people who nurture each other. Our mottos are "get out of the building" and "have more fun!"
Headquartered at St. Lawrence University in Canton, NY, NCPR is in a beautiful part of the country, including the Adirondack Mountains, the St. Lawrence River, Lake Champlain, Fort Drum Army base, Akwesasne Mohawk territory, and nearby urban areas in Burlington, Vermont, and Ottawa and Montreal, Canada.
Our reporters cover the critical issues facing our communities, including criminal justice and prison reform, policing, border and immigration, economic development, rural health care, agriculture, climate change, native issues, and much more.
Primary Responsibilities include:
  • General assignment reporter to cover the southern Adirondack region.
  • Produce news stories for broadcast, digital, and social media platforms that serve the mission of the news department to provide coverage of issues of regional importance.
  • Establish a "mini-beat" to dig deeper.
  • Enterprising and self-motivated, able to work on their own, and with a team.
  • Manage the news team's community engagement efforts, reaching out and listening to North Country residents to help develop deeper stories at the earliest stages of reporting.
  • Using the 650-member NCPR Texting Club (based in the Groundsource platform) and other engagement tools, work with the news team to seed story ideas and callouts.
  • Support other reporters in their callouts and community engagement efforts.
  • Encouraged to file national stories with NPR and other public media outlets.
  • Work closely with editors and fellow reporters to produce your best work.
  • Collaborate with the news team on special projects and investigative journalism.
  • Approximately 65% of time spent in traditional reporting; 35% spent in community engagement work.

NOTE: This position is based in Glens Falls. This is a remote work position with occasional travel and work time in the main NCPR headquarters station in Canton, N.Y.
Minimum Qualifications
  • At least 2 years' reporting experience, preferably in public radio.
  • Strong background in journalism for radio and digital platforms
  • Excellent writing skills for broadcast and web
  • Ability to work successfully from home/remote office, various hours, including nights and weekends, depending on assignment
  • Valid Driver's license and vehicle

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with community engagement journalism and knowledge of tools and best practices.
  • Experience using the Groundsource text-based platform.
  • Ability to record and gather high-quality audio in the field
  • Ability to use audio editing systems, such as Adobe Audition
  • Expertise in multi-media skills, including photography, visual journalism, data-based reporting, social media engagement, etc.

Salary
$62,353.20
Status (FT, PT, Seasonal, Temp)
Full-time (12 months)
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
ST01502
Desired Start Date
Open Date (to accept applications)
Close Date (date applications will not be considered)
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
Interested and qualified candidates must submit a letter of application, resume, and links to samples of your audio and/or online work. These documents can be uploaded in the "Applicant Documents" section of your application. Professional reference contact information should be provided in the application form.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Questions about the position may be directed to David Sommerstein, Director of Local news & Content (david@ncpr.org).
All offers of employment are contingent upon the finalist successfully passing a background (including criminal records) check.

Apply