Climate Resilience Coordinator

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary: $20-$25 per hour.
• Position Type: Full-time, non-exempt, grant-funded position, reporting directly to the Impact Director.
• Employee Benefits: 75% health and dental coverage, HRA reimbursement, FSA, 403B retirement plan, 3% SEP IRA contributions
• Paid Time Off: 10 vacation days, 10 personal days, 10 holidays 
• A unique benefit: RestoRation (in addition to paid time off: 2 set weeks off annually, paid time off for wellness, and 2 weeks closed to the public for organizational reflection)

Hiring Policy:
Groundwork Southcoast (GWSC)  strongly encourages individuals from the communities we serve—particularly those with lived experience in environmental justice (EJ) neighborhoods, and who are Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC), immigrants, women, gender non-binary, and neuroatypical individuals—to apply. We encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet every listed qualification. GWSC values diverse experiences and perspectives and recognizes that lived experience is as valuable as formal qualifications. Network-wide Green Team alumni are encouraged to apply.

Location: Fall River and New Bedford; GWSC’s office is currently in New Bedford

How to apply:  Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply directly here: Groundwork Southcoast Application

About Groundwork Southcoast (GWSC):
GWSC is an environmental justice (EJ) organization focused on investing in the leadership of youth and adult residents from EJ communities in Fall River and New Bedford through leadership development, workforce programs, and environmental stewardship. We prioritize community-driven action that addresses issues of environmental, racial, and social justice and equity.

Position Summary:

The Climate Resilience Coordinator will work alongside the Impact Director to support critical initiatives related to climate resilience, environmental justice, and community empowerment. This role involves supporting data collection, analysis, and the implementation of climate resilience projects within the Climate Safe Neighborhoods initiative, focusing on land, water, food stewardship, and community leadership development.

Key Responsibilities:

Data, Climate Safe Neighborhoods, and Climate Resilience (65% of work):

• Lead Tree Planting Program: Take primary responsibility for the technical aspects of GWSC’s tree planting efforts, including planning, coordinating, and overseeing all activities related to tree selection, planting, and care. Ensure that tree planting initiatives align with climate resilience goals and enhance environmental and community health.
• Air Quality Monitoring: Regularly monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot air quality monitors to ensure accurate data collection. Provide hands-on technical support for the installation, calibration, and ongoing maintenance of equipment, ensuring the devices are functioning optimally.
• Data Collection & Analysis: Support the quantitative and qualitative data collection efforts, including the use of GIS mapping tools to track and analyze environmental data.
• Maintain Data Systems: Assist in maintaining and organizing environmental data related to climate resilience, land, water, and food systems.
• Support Analysis: Help analyze collected data to inform GWSC’s climate resilience and environmental justice efforts.
• Collaboration: Attend key meetings, including those related to environmental and climate resilience initiatives, and provide support as needed to the Impact Director and other team members. Step-in and contribute to the overall growth and development of GWSC and help meet organizational goals.

Groundwork Southcoast Coordination (35% of work):

• Asset Organization: Organize and maintain both physical and digital tools used for data collection, such as tablets, air quality monitors, computers, and other equipment.
• Grant Support: Provide technical support in grant writing and reporting, helping to secure funding for GWSC’s climate resilience and environmental justice initiatives.
• Team Coordination: Ensure effective communication and coordination within the team, participating in required meetings and completing daily tracking tasks (CRM, timesheets, etc.).

Additional Information:

• Some evening and weekend hours are required.
• Occasional overnight trips for youth programs (e.g., week-long trips to a National Park or conferences)

Qualifications:
GWSC encourages applicants who are passionate about environmental justice and climate resilience, particularly those with lived experience in EJ communities. We are looking for candidates who are motivated to work at the intersection of community empowerment and environmental sustainability.

• Strong commitment to racial, environmental, and social justice, focusing on uplifting historically marginalized and underrepresented communities.
• Lived experience in or strong ties to environmental justice neighborhoods, particularly those impacted by climate change, food insecurity, and environmental hazards.
• Experience or willingness to engage in land, water, and food stewardship activities.
• Ability to lift and handle equipment (up to 40 lbs) as required for data collection and environmental activities.
• Comfort with data analysis and technical design, along with experience in using Zoom, online software, and Google Drive for collaborative work.
• Ability to engage with diverse community members, youth, young adults, and environmental justice residents, fostering inclusive communication and building strong relationships.
• Experience in working directly with community members to gather data, tell impactful stories, and promote environmental education.
• Ability to provide technical support for reporting and grant writing.
• Strong organizational skills to manage digital and physical assets, ensuring smooth operation of data collection efforts.
• A valid driver’s license and a clean driving record are required. Ability to transport youth and staff for program-related activities, as necessary.
• A positive, collaborative attitude with the ability to bring joy and appropriate humor to the workplace, maintaining professionalism.
• Resourceful, adaptable, and a team player who thrives in a growing non-profit environment.
• Bilingual proficiency in languages preferred. Spanish, Portuguese, Cape Verdean Creole, or K’iche is highly encouraged.