DC Green Infrastructure Outreach Specialist

Organization

Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay

Job Posted

February 26, 2025

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Website

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Contact Name

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Contact Email

careers@allianceforthebay.org

Deadline to Apply

Location

729 8th Street SE
Washington, DC
United States
The Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay (Alliance) is a regional nonprofit organization whose vision is clean streams and rivers flowing through resilient landscapes, cared for by the people who live, work, and play in the Chesapeake Bay watershed; and whose mission is to bring together communities, companies, and conservationists to improve our lands and waters. The Alliance was founded in 1971 and has offices in Annapolis, MD, Lancaster, PA, Washington, D.C., and Richmond, VA.

Summary

Please apply directly on our website: https://www.allianceforthebay.org/job/dc-green-infrastructure-outreach-specialist-apply-by-march-23/

Job Description:

This position will work on the Alliance’s Green Infrastructure team on outreach and community engagement efforts in Washington, DC. This position will involve extensive outreach including organizing community events, meeting with homeowners and other stakeholders, and supporting the implementation of green infrastructure best management practices (BMPs). Work will predominantly support the Alliance’s RiverSmart Homes projects in partnership with the DC Department of Energy and Environment.

Some evening and weekend work is required. This is a term position through December 15, 2025. Following review of this position in November / December 2025, this position may conclude, be extended for up to 12 months, or be reestablished as a permanent position through mutual agreement.

Specific Duties:

  • Conduct outreach to homeowners, community groups, and other stakeholders to promote the implementation and maintenance of green infrastructure projects.
  • Organize and facilitate community meetings, workshops, and events to educate residents on stormwater management and BMPs.
  • Create outreach materials such as emails, fl yers, and more.
  • Plan and coordinate logistics for outreach events, including securing venues, preparing materials, and managing registrations.
  • Represent the Alliance at community fairs, environmental events, and partner meetings.
  • Serve as a point of contact for participants, addressing questions and concerns about green infrastructure projects.

Compensation Information

Wages and Benefits: This is a temporary position, salaried, at 40 hours per week. Total compensation for the 8-month term will be $29,500 – $32,500, commensurate with experience. Should the term differ from the posted 8-month period, compensation is adjusted accordingly. Benefi ts include 53.33 hours paid vacation leave, 64 hours paid sick leave, and paid holidays (9 during term period). Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage is also available.