Green Space Community Organizer
Available positions: Two community organizers
Salary: $30
Job type: Part-time, about 8-12 hours a month, 8-12 months
Location: Hybrid of remote and in-person; Skyway
Position closing: Letters of interest and applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.
Job Summary:
What do you want the green space at Brooks Village to be? Do you envision urban farming, nature trails, fruit trees, or medicinal plant gardens in this space? As a Green Space Community Organizer, you will engage with our community to support and inform the design of the future of this green space. You'll help build systems that combat environmental injustices and ensure that Skyway is environmentally healthy and equitable for all residents. Brooks Village is a 14.3-acre plot of land and a potential housing development site just off the intersection of Renton Ave and S 116th Pl. We need to reach as much of the Skyway community as possible to make sure we can advocate for what we want and need!
Responsibilities:
Experience working in a diverse environment
Flexible, interpersonal, organizational, and cross-cultural collaboration skills
Participate in monthly planning meetings
Meet weekly or bi-weekly
Hours and work will increase as community events approach
Engage with community and gather feedback on how to best create and maintain a green space
Flyering, tabling, presenting, and sharing the community design process to engage Skyway community members
Work with local leaders and organizations to get input from the broader community
Support logistics and set up community forums
Qualifications:
Lived experience in Skyway strongly preferred
Demonstrated work experience and/or lived experience in BIPOC and underserved populations
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Desired Qualifications (not required):
Experience working on a diverse team
Event planning and meeting facilitation experience
Community outreach experience
Benefits:
As a temporary contracted position, this role is not eligible for health insurance and benefits.
Additional Information:
Skyway Coalition is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds, including people of color, women, gender non-conforming individuals, and LGBTQ+ individuals, to apply. If you require assistance or reasonable accommodations during the application process, please contact us at HR@rvcseattle.org. Please note that job offers are contingent upon the verification of credentials and successful completion of a background check.