Nature in the City Program Coordinator

Mass Audubon is hiring a Nature in the City Program Coordinator in Lincoln, MA. The role involves developing strategies to protect and activate urban greenspaces in disinvested neighborhoods across various cities. Responsibilities include reviewing policies, conducting community analyses, building partnerships, and supporting program-wide processes. The coordinator will work closely with the Senior Director and collaborate with multiple departments to enhance access to nature.
Mass Audubon is now hiring Nature in the City Program Coordinator in Lincoln, MA 01773. View job listing details and apply now. About Mass Audubon Mass Audubon is the largest nature-based conservation organization in New England Founded in 1896 by two women who fought for the protection of birds Mass Audubon carries on their legacy by focusing on the greatest challenges facing the environment today the loss of biodiversity inequitable access to nature and climate change With the help of our 160000 members and supporters we protect wildlife conserve and restore resilient land advocate for impactful environmental policies offer nationally recognized education programs for adults and children and provide endless opportunities to experience the outdoors at our wildlife sanctuaries Explore find inspiration and take action at massaudubonorg About This Position The Nature in the City Program Coordinator works directly with the Senior Director of the Nature in the City NITC Program to protect restore and activate urban greenspaces with people living in disinvested neighborhoods across the state Specifically the NITC coordinator assists in the development of NITC city-specific strategies in multiple cities Boston Cambridge Fall River Lawrence Lowell New Bedford Springfield and Worcester among others The strategies address land protection nature-based education ecological restoration and advocacy efforts with the goal of increasing access to nature The Program Coordinator assists in the management of ongoing activities and partnerships in cities where Mass Audubon has begun its NITC program Boston Cambridge Lowell This position also supports the NITC Senior Director in the development of program-wide processes such as best practice documents evaluation strategies and administrative reporting The Program Coordinator works with Mass Audubon staff from multiple departments to bring together the technical expertise and regional support that best meets the needs of each NITC city Application Instructions Please submit a resume and cover letter with your ADP application Responsibilities Review city-wide policies planning efforts and development proposalsactivities that may affect the protection restoration or activation of urban greenspaces in the 8 named cities topics might include urban tree canopy plans heat island mitigation mobility plans or major development proposals among others Assist in community asset analyses to understand existing resources and identify key voices and community organizations working to increase access to nature for people living in disinvested neighborhoods in the 8 named cities Help track new urban greenspace opportunities that arise through statewide partners or other sources efforts could include maintaining potential project lists conducting context research and building community relationships Build and steward relationships with existing and new community partners efforts could include attending public meetings representing Mass Audubon in partner-sponsored activities and planning NITC events Support the NITC Senior Director in the development of program-wide processes such as best practice documents evaluation strategies and administrative reporting Collaborate and communicate across Mass Audubon departments with peers and senior management Maintain organized and accurate records including contact information meeting notes and program administration paperwork With access to Mass Audubons policyadvocacy team land protection team ecological restoration specialists and education department the NITC Program Coordinator identifies opportunities to advance NITC goals and mobilize efforts to support local groupsresidents in increasing access to nature Qualifications At Mass Audubon our highest priority is finding the best candidate for the job Research has shown that people of color and women are less likely to apply for jobs if they dont believe they meet every one of the qualifications described in a job description We encourage you to apply even if you dont believe you meet every one of our described qualifications or you have a less traditional background We are looking for applicants with the following qualifications Must Haves Academic trainingwork experience at least 5 years in urbancity planning public policy community organizing public health environmental studies conservation science or climate policy Experience with community-based participatory engagement processes interacting with elected officials state agency and municipal staff and building authentic relationships with residents and community-based organizations Ability to analyze condense and synthesize planning documents eg comprehensive plans open space and recreation plans climate action plans etc and parcel development plans Ability to relate to a diverse range of people and exercise cultural competence and inclusion Communicate clearly and concisely both in writing and verbally Experience with public speaking and inclusive meeting facilitation Ability to work independently collaboratively and productively in a team environment across Mass Audubon departments with peers and senior management both virtually and in person Self-starter entrepreneurial flexible and well-organized Proficiency in computer software including Microsoft Word Outlook PowerPoint Excel and Teams Nice to Haves Knowledge of nature-based solutions to climate change land resiliency concepts and built environment impacts on human health Proficiency in a language other than English Data analysis and program evaluation skills Experience with social networking applications Compensation Benefits and Perks This positions base salary begins at 62000-67000 annually actual salary will reflect level of experience and qualifications relative to position requirements Benefits eligible staff at Mass Audubon may elect to enroll in medical dental and vision plans Mass Audubon also offers disability and life insurance plans a retirement plan through MetLife and Flexible Spending Account options Mass Audubon employment also includes access to an Employee Assistance Program EAP and the Reciprocity Agreement through the Consortium of Non-Profit ArtsCulturalEnvironmental Organizations of New England Mass Audubon employees also enjoy 13 paid holidays holidays may shift annually due to where days fall within calendar Work Schedule Full time schedule of 40 hours Monday through Friday Given the nature of this work the NITC Program Manager may need to attend meetingsevents outside the normal work day Other Requirements Employees must successfully complete a CORI and SORI Background Check and a Motor Vehicle Record if applicable is required Mass Audubons Commitment to Diversity Equity Inclusion amp Justice Mass Audubon embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way We are dedicated to forming a team that represents a variety of backgrounds perspectives and skills The more inclusive we are the better our work will be People of color are strongly encouraged to apply Mass Audubons mission is to protect the nature of Massachusetts for people and for wildlife by building a strong coalition of employees volunteers and community members We recognize that the environmental movement and field of conservation have been affected by societal systems that have limited opportunity and access for many people As a result Mass Audubon is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants We are engaged in an ongoing process of organizational assessment and change designed to remove barriers and create a workplace where all forms of diversity are recognized and valued Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Mass Audubon is an equal opportunity employer We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants Mass Audubon prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training