Urban Lands Education and Outreach Coordinator

At East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District (EMSWCD) we are doing meaningful work in partnership with the communities we serve. Together we can help ensure healthy tree canopies, improve stream health, build climate resilience, provide sustainable landscaping education, and more.

We are currently seeking an Urban Lands Education and Outreach Coordinator to join the EMSWCD team. This Full Time, Non-Exempt (paid hourly/is eligible for overtime) position is based at our North Williams Avenue office in Portland, Oregon.

We all benefit when nature flourishes within our communities and you can be part of an organization that helps people care for land and water to create a healthier place for everyone and everything who lives, works, and plays in East Multnomah County.

Position overview:

The Urban Lands Education and Outreach Coordinator supports the Urban Lands program by coordinating our conservation education offerings, assisting with special projects and events, engaging the community through email marketing, social media, surveys, and representing EMSWCD at community events and meetings.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, thrives in a team-oriented environment, and is passionate about our mission to help people care for land and water. Work ranges from recurring/routine administrative tasks to very social interactions with the public and partner organizations. This position requires skills in record-keeping and documentation, project coordination, computer proficiency, working effectively with people, excellent written and verbal communication, and excellent organizational skills.

Minimum qualifications:

Minimum of two years’ work experience in community outreach and engagement, conservation, or related field
An associate degree in communications, natural resources, environmental studies, public affairs or a related field is required, OR an equivalent combination of applicable work experience

Worried you don’t have all the qualifications? Studies have shown that women and BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We at EMSWCD are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and qualifications for the role.

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Wage range: $49,538 – $71,450 ($23.82/hr – $34.35/hr.)

Benefits: We offer a generous benefits package. Please click here for a comprehensive list of EMSWCD’s benefits and eligibility criteria.

Application instructions:

Please read the information below carefully for instructions on how to apply for this position.

Application materials are due by 11:59 PM on Sunday, August 18^th.

To apply:

Applicants must send a cover letter and detailed resume to: jobs@emswcd.org
All email subject lines should include the job title: “Urban Lands Education and Outreach Coordinator”
Cover letters (1-page max) should describe the applicant’s interest in the position and a summary of job-related qualifications
Resumes (2-page max) should include: all relevant positions held listed in chronological order; dates employed; employer names; duties performed; and relevant training and education.

Veterans: Are you a “Veteran” as defined under Oregon law (ORS 408.225(f)) or a “Disabled Veteran” as defined under Oregon law (ORS 408.225(c))? EMSWCD complies with the Oregon Veteran’s Preference law. Applicants must identify their eligibility for veteran’s preference when submitting their resume and cover letter for consideration, and supply supporting documents if they wish to receive preference.

Approximate Timeline:

July 18^th	Recruitment opens
August 18^th	Recruitment closes
August 18^th – September 9^th	Application review and candidate identification
September 9^th – 27^th	Interviews (1st and 2nd)
September 30^th – October 4^th	Reference check for top candidate(s); offer extended

We care

EMSWCD recognizes that communities and workplaces are strengthened by diversity and that more inclusive conservation efforts are necessary to ensure lasting and equitable outcomes. We acknowledge the historical and ongoing disparities that BIPOC and other marginalized communities disproportionately experience in income, education and health in our communities. We also understand that these disparities can impact who has access to healthy land and water. For these reasons, our staff and board are committed to making meaningful changes in the work we do so that all communities can benefit from our programs.

East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District (EMSWCD) prohibits discrimination in all of its programs and activities based on race, color, gender identity national origin, age, disability, sex, marital status, familial status, parental status, religion, sexual and romantic orientation, genetic information, political beliefs, reprisals, or because all or part of an individual’s income is derived from any public assistance program. EMSWCD is an equal opportunity provider and employer. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication or program information should contact the EMSWCD Office at (503) 222-7645 or jobs@emswcd.org. Veterans are encouraged to apply for positions at EMSWCD.