Environmental Policy Analyst (GROW Center) VISTA

AmeriCorps is seeking an Environmental Policy Analyst (GROW Center) VISTA in Fort Washington, MD. The role involves developing a Research Collaboration section for the Baltimore City Department of Public Works, cataloguing research projects, and collaborating with regional researchers in urban ecology and sustainability. Members will also conduct outreach, investigate research needs, and create processes for vetting inquiries. Full-time position with benefits including training and health coverage.
Environmental Policy Analyst (GROW Center) VISTA

Baltimore has a wealth of colleges and universities that use the city and region as a laboratory for socio-ecological research. Professors, graduate students, and state/federal agencies often approach the Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW) for data, support, and research validation. Currently, the agency does not have a consistent process for collaborating with researchers and research projects. This results in missed opportunities, duplication of efforts, gaps in research, and research that does not address the needs of the City, including environmental impact. To address these challenges, DPW is creating a Research Collaboration section. A first step in this effort is to create a method for cataloguing 1) past research projects conducted in collaboration with DPW; 2) current regional researchers and research projects in the fields of urban ecology, water systems, and other environmental-social studies; and 3) DPW research interests and research needs.

Member Duties : Members will perform a variety of tasks that assist in the development of DPW's Research Collaboration section. Members will research inquiries, ongoing projects, and results as well as past research projects conducted with DPW. Members will collaborate with researchers and academics in the region who specialize in fields related to urban ecology, sustainability, etc. and make recommendations and plan outreach events and strategic plans. Outreach will also include working with DPW staff to investigate research needs and interests. Lastly, the member will develop a process for vetting research inquiries, sharing data, and future project collaborations.

Program Benefits : Training , Childcare assistance if eligible , Living Allowance , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Health Coverage* , Education award upon successful completion of service .
• For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorps.gov/members-volunteers/vista/benefits .

Terms :
Car recommended , Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours .

Service Areas :
Disaster Relief , Community Outreach , Environment , Community and Economic Development , Technology .

Skills :
Team Work , General Skills , Public Speaking , Computers/Technology , Community Organization , Public Health , Environment , Writing/Editing , Urban Planning , Recruitment , Communications , Leadership .