Community Engagement Coordinator

Organization

Rock Creek Conservancy

Job Posted

November 4, 2022

Job Category

Job Type

Remote

No

Location

Bethesda, MD
United States
The Community Engagement Coordinator will advance the Conservancy’s mission and strategic goals, with an emphasis on forest resilience and through implementation of people-powered restoration programs.

Summary

The Community Engagement Coordinator will advance the Conservancy’s mission and strategic goals, with an emphasis on forest resilience and through the implementation of people-powered restoration programs.

Oasis Restoration Program

  • Conduct field visits and coordinate ongoing oasis restoration projects
  • Maintain knowledge of project permitting requirements
  • Manage inventory and order supplies including plant material, soil and mulch, tools, and additional materials as needed
  • Engage community members in people-powered restoration to advance site needs and goals through Weed Warriors, volunteer events, and other programs
  • Guide other Conservancy staff in restoration of mini-oases
  • Support communication efforts to forest and park stewardship

Weed Warriors Program

  • Under the guidance of the Rock Creek Park botanist, train and supervise volunteers to remove invasive species in the mini-oases
  • Support Weed Warrior Leaders in event implementation and volunteer recruitment

Stewardship Program

  • Support all people-powered restoration programs, including Rock Creek Conservation Corps and forest resilience planning
  • Other administrative, fundraising, and organizational support as needed
  • Other duties as assigned

How to apply:

To Apply send a resume and cover letter to info@rockcreekconservancy.org with your name and position in the title.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis after November 1. Rock Creek Conservancy offers a competitive benefits package; salary range is $42,000–$48,000. Rock Creek Conservancy is an equal opportunity employer.