Community Engagement Coordinator

Planting Fields Foundation is seeking a Community Engagement Coordinator to lead and coordinate the Foundation's service-learning programs, community outreach, and educational interpretation. Serving as the primary point of contact for youth volunteers and service-learning participants, this role develops and delivers interpretive materials and site-specific educational experiences with a focus on landscape, sustainability, and accessibility. This role fosters cross-departmental collaboration, manages programs, and engages volunteers, staff, and the public in meaningful educational and sustainability-focused experiences. Reporting to the Education Manager, the Coordinator works closely with all teams to advance the Foundation's mission and expand the accessibility of the site and programs. Duties + Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point person for all service-learning programs and youth volunteer initiatives.
• Develop and oversee a seasonal Young Adult Service-Learning Program and Summer Youth Service-Learning Program that support multiple departments and foster engagement with the next generation.
• Maintain relationships with volunteers and service-learning participants and organize community volunteer events and learning opportunities.
• Oversee volunteer placement within service-learning programs by managing inquiries, processing applications, and collaboratively assigning participants to appropriate departments and projects when applicable.
• Compile and maintain participation data, including volunteer hours contributed and projects supported across departments.
• Create and maintain training materials that support consistent interpretation and messaging across departments.
• Collaborate across departments to strengthen site interpretation through program delivery, on-site facilitation and interpretive resources for events, tours, and festivals as needed.
• Directly facilitates, leads, and prepares field trips as needed.
• Support the evaluation and expansion of accessibility across the site.
• Coordinate projects that enhance physical and programmatic access for visitors.
• Support the development and implementation of accessibility improvements across departments.
• Maintain and expand community outreach content across Foundation communications platforms in coordination with the Marketing and Communications Manager, including: o Website o Monthly newsletter o Social media
• Develop outreach materials and promotional content for assigned initiatives in coordination with the Marketing and Communications Manager.
• Showcase sustainability initiatives and volunteer projects through marketing and interpretive platforms.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Reports to the Education Manager Education and/or Experience
• Bachelor's degree preferred. A degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Education, Sustainability, or a related field is a plus.
• 1-3 years of relevant professional experience.
• Demonstrated experience working with youth and coordinating projects or programs requiring strong organizational skills, clear communication, attention to detail, collaboration across departments, and consistent completion of tasks in a timely manner.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain accurate data records, prioritize multiple time-sensitive projects, and ensure timely reporting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively with staff, leadership, volunteers, and the public.
• Experience in the maintenance of public gardens or landscapes preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated experience using Canva.
• Regular office hours are required.

Due to the nature of the position, evening and weekend work may occasionally be required, including short notice.

Pay:

$22.66 per hour

Work Location:

In person