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October 3, 2024
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.
Under the direction and training of the Green Infrastructure Projects Manager, the Green Infrastructure Projects Assistant supports the completion of various programmatic tasks, predominantly supporting the Alliance’s RiverSmart Homes Permeable Surfaces and Rain Barrels projects in partnership with the DC Department of Energy and Environment. The position further supports various events and communications efforts based out of our DC Regional Office, to include Spanish translations and communications. The ideal candidate will be bilingual, possess strong organizational skills, excellent communication capabilities, a foundational understanding of environmental considerations in urban settings, and a desire to develop innovative solutions, partnership relationships, and future projects.
The Alliance celebrates the rich dimensions of diversity such as race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, age, physical abilities, religious and political beliefs. We are committed to ensuring diversity and inclusion remain integral to our organizational structure, policies, board of directors, staff, strategic goals, grants, partnerships and program delivery. We believe a broad base of participation and partners reflecting all of society is needed to be successful in the Chesapeake Bay Watershed restoration effort. Visit www.allianceforthebay.org/DEI to learn more.
The Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay offers a family friendly, flexible work environment. We are committed to building a diverse team and strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you meet at least 75% of the qualifications of this description, we encourage you to submit an application.
Supervision: This position reports directly to the Green Infrastructure Projects Manager.
Hours and Location: The Green Infrastructure Projects Assistant will be based at the Alliance’s Washington DC Office. This position requires travel, primarily to sites across the DC metro area. Occasional night and weekend work is required. Travel throughout the Chesapeake Bay watershed is needed at times. The position is full-time (40 hours per week) with a hybrid work schedule (remote and in person responsibilities). Access to a car or public transportation will be imperative.
Salary & Benefits: $43,000 – $48,000, commensurate with experience. Competitive benefits include: Sick leave, health, dental, and vision insurance, 403b retirement fund, family leave, life insurance, professional development opportunities, vacation, sick, and holiday and other leave, and more.
Application: The information listed below should be emailed to Careers@allianceforthebay.org no later than November 10, 2024. Indicate “Green Infrastructure Projects Assistant” in the email subject line. No telephone inquiries please.
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