Community Engagement Coordinator

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Organization

Pomperaug River Watershed Coalition (PRWC)

Job Posted

September 18, 2023

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Remote

No

Contact Name

Carol Haskins

Contact Email

chaskins@pomperaug.org

Contact Phone

2032630076

Deadline to Apply

Location

Woodbury, CT
United States
The Community Engagement Coordinator will develop and implement a yearly calendar of community outreach, education, and volunteer engagement activities including presentations, workshops, guided hikes, ambient water quality monitoring, planting projects, special events, tabling and more to educate community members about water conservation, stream ecology, stormwater pollution, threats to water quality, and provide opportunities and resources to protect the watershed (or the environment).

Summary

OVERVIEW
The Community Engagement Coordinator (CEC) is responsible for planning and implementing community engagement opportunities for the Pomperaug River Watershed Coalition (PRWC). The individual works in partnership with towns, neighborhoods, schools, and other community and youth-serving organizations to deliver activities that connect people with the Pomperaug River, its tributaries, and the surrounding watershed with the ultimate goal to protect and improve water quality and habitat.

The CEC will develop and implement a yearly calendar of community outreach, education, and volunteer engagement activities including presentations, workshops, guided hikes, ambient water quality monitoring, planting projects, special events, tabling and more to educate community members about water conservation, stream ecology, stormwater pollution, threats to water quality, and provide opportunities and resources to protect the watershed (or the environment).

The CEC will play a central role in expanding PRWC’s relationships with individuals and groups that make up our community, deepen existing partnerships, and develop new collaborations with the goal of increasing program participation and participant diversity. An ideal candidate is a confident, enthusiastic person with direct experience in environmental conservation, public speaking, social media, and working with different demographics in the community. A passion for bringing people together, a commitment to following the science, and a love of the outdoors will help you find success in this position. A background in education, environmental science, and/or environmental studies is encouraged.

FULL DESCRIPTION DETAILS
Visit www.pomperaug.org/employment to view details pertaining to Responsibilities and Duties as well as the desired Qualifications, Experience and Skills for this position.  

TO APPLY
Please submit a single PDF document that includes a cover letter, resume, and a sample of your work (no more than 2 pages) to Carol Haskins at chaskins@pomperaug.org with subject line: “Application for Community Engagement Coordinator”. First consideration will be given to applicants that apply by October 1, 2023. Applications accepted until the position is filled.

 

Compensation Information

This is a year-round, full-time, hourly position at  30 hours per week. Wages range from $20.00 to $23.00/hr, depending on experience. Schedule is negotiable however work during regular business hours is preferred, occassional evenings and weekends are necessary (approximately twice a month). Occasional remote work may be considered after probationary period. Benefits include paid holidays, paid sick days, and up to a 3% matching contribution to a qualifying SIMPLE IRA per calendar year. After six months of employment, 10 days of paid vacation are alloted and increase over time employed.