Climate Resilience Engagement Associate The Climate Resilience Engagement Associate will join Charles River Watershed Association's (CRWA) growing Climate Resilience program team to engage watershed residents in advancing community-driven stormwater and climate resilience projects and climate-smart policies across the watershed. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of environmental justice, education, community engagement, and advocacy while learning about climate adaptation strategies.
This is a full-time position that reports to the Senior Climate Resilience Associate. This position is a hybrid remote/in-office position located in CRWA's Boston office. Fully remote candidates will not be considered.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Organize and lead community outreach events, workshops, and educational presentations for diverse audiences, to advance CRWA's mission and projects in partnership with residents and other organizations
Attend public meetings and participate in climate planning and advocacy efforts that build resilience across the watershed
Collaborate with towns, residents, and community partners to identify opportunities for climate resilience and stormwater management practices and help advance them (e.g., Green Stormwater Infrastructure, wetland restoration, regional planning)
Maintain, build, and strengthen relationships with existing and new community-based partners
Support CRWA's Charles River Climate Compact activities
Support development of outreach materials, including flyers, newsletters, and social media content, to promote climate resilience programs, projects, and events
Conduct work in accordance with CRWA's diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives and support implementation of the Charles River Climate Compact (CRCC) Equity Plan
Support grant writing and reporting
Other administrative duties as required
Collaborate with other CRWA staff to support other CRWA programs as needed, including occasional fieldwork
QUALIFICATIONS Educational background in environmental science/studies, climate adaptation, or a related field
Paid or volunteer experience with community engagement, community organizing, and planning community events
Experience or background with environmental or climate justice issues strongly preferred
Demonstrated strong, clear communication skills, including the ability to communicate about CRWA's mission and work to the public
Highly organized and detail-oriented
Ability to work with a diverse group of people from all backgrounds
Multilingual candidates preferred
Demonstrated high level of courtesy and professionalism
Commitment to CRWA's mission
Proficiency in Google GSuite, Microsoft Office, Zoom, and Canva
Proficiency with ArcGIS is a plus
Able to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed, within a 40-hour workweek
This position requires regular travel across the watershed; therefore, a valid driver's license and reliable access to a vehicle are preferred to perform the community-based functions of this role
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. CRWA is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. At CRWA, we recognize that excellent candidates may not have every qualification listed but may still be a great fit for the job. If this is you, we encourage you to apply! COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS This is a full-time (40 hours/week) position based in Boston with competitive salary and benefits, including generous paid time off, employer contributions to health insurance premiums and retirement plan, and a public transit stipend. CRWA's office operates on a hybrid remote/in-person schedule. Starting salary for this position is $60,000 annually.
APPLY TODAY! Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume by email no later than Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 5pm to ****** and include "Climate Resilience Engagement Associate" in the subject line. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and interested candidates are encouraged to apply early. Candidates will be interviewed and selected based on criteria such as prior experience and skills relevant to this position.
ABOUT CRWA: CRWA protects, restores, and enhances the Charles River and its watershed through science, advocacy, and the law. We develop science-based strategies to increase resilience, protect public health, and promote environmental equity as we confront a changing climate.
CRWA strives to attract and retain staff from a wide range of backgrounds, expertise, and perspectives and to foster a culture of belonging in which all feel valued and respected. Individuals with backgrounds underrepresented in the environmental advocacy field are particularly encouraged to apply. If you need accommodation(s) to make the interview process more accessible, please let us know. CRWA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, medical conditions related to pregnancy and childbirth, and breastfeeding), genetic information, or other bases protected by law. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. CRWA is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
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