Dundalk Renaissance Corporation
Immediate Opening(s): Greening Projects Coordinator

Temporary Contractual

Posted April 22, 2015

The Dundalk Renaissance Corporation (DRC), www.dundalkusa.org, has been engaging community volunteers in watershed improvement and neighborhood greening activities since 2008. The DRC has immediate need for one or more contractual Greening Projects Coordinators to help implement environmental restoration projects in the Bear Creek-Old Road Bay Watershed. DRC’s objective is to implement projects consistent with the Baltimore County Small Watershed Action Plan for Bear Creek-Old Road Bay.

This contractual position or positions will work under the direction of DRC’s Executive Director. Hours will vary depending upon work involved, and may range from 24 to 30 hours per week. Activities include:

1) Restoration Projects –

a) Tree Plantings Planned for May and June 2015 Implement tree planting projects already planned for May and June 2015 and develop additional plans as needed to plant 250 trees by June 2015, including outreach to volunteers and project partners, ordering trees, staffing and photographing planting events, recordkeeping and reporting to funders.

b) Planning for future Tree Plantings in 2015 Identify sites for at least 350 more trees to be planted in 2015 and/or plan tree giveaway events, and initiate and manage the approval process with Baltimore County DEPS to enable these trees to be planted in Fall 2015. Priority will be given to private locations including homeowners and institutions (neither of which require County approval), and street trees (which do require County approval) consistent with SWAP goals. Stream buffer plantings, with proper County approvals, are also desired.

c) Storm Drain Stenciling

Identify locations and materials (stencils) and maintain records using Google Earth to mark at least 200 storm drains by June 30, 2015, and an additional 150 in Summer 2015, prioritizing 5-6 neighborhoods as per the SWAP Action Strategies table. Track and map specific drain locations using Google Earth to prepare reports for funding agencies.

d) Downspout Disconnection Program

Identify locations and plant two rain gardens in May-June, and develop plans to plant two additional rain gardens in Fall 2015. All materials must be specified and sourced. Ensure that at least 7 downspout disconnections have been made by June 30, 2015.

2) Education and Outreach –

a) Rain Barrel and Bayscaping Workshops

Conduct 4 workshops to train residents from multiple neighborhoods on bayscaping techniques for their yards and downspout disconnection strategies including installing rain barrels during 2015. Initiate partnerships with Master Gardeners, garden centers, senior centers, green schools, neighborhood organizations, garden clubs, DEPS, and other groups to establish an information network in support of the initiative. Install 40 rain barrels by June 30, 2015 and plan for installation of an additional 40 rain barrels in summer, 2015.

b) Trash and Recycling Outreach

Conduct community clean-ups and plan additional clean-ups to remove at least 3500 lbs of trash from our watershed by June 30, 2015. Promote proper trash handling and recycling by coordinating with neighborhood leaders, coordinating with volunteers the sale of discounted trash cans and recycling containers, working with code enforcement, and other activities. Per SWAP action plan goals, neighborhood signage, educational events, and prizes for neighborhoods building awareness of the need to curb trash will be part of the effort.

3) Stream Watch/Water Quality Monitoring –

a) Work with volunteers and recruit new volunteers to continue a water quality monitoring program. Seek to recruit 4 additional volunteers.

b) Implement monitoring activities. Water quality will be monitored monthly by volunteers using Secchi disks dropped from piers and testing kits. Volunteers will maintain monthly records of observed water clarity conditions. It is anticipated that DEPS has Secchi disks available for use by DRC volunteer monitors.

c) Collect and provide monthly monitoring records to DEPS.

This Job Requires:

Enthusiasm for working with people to improve communities and the environment.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Willingness to get hands dirty.

Willingness to work evening and weekend hours to implement projects with volunteers and partners.

Own and operate vehicle (mileage reimbursement available).

Attention to detail and good record-keeping and organizational skills.

Other Qualifications:

Demonstrated experience with greening activities and working with and recruiting volunteers strongly preferred. Experience with grantwriting a plus. Demonstrated knowledge of the Greater Dundalk area desired.

Compensation

This is a temporary contractual position with a pay rate of $15 per hour. Work is needed for May and June 2015, with possibility of continuing through August 2015. Potential for conversion to permanent position. Employee(s) will be paid for hours worked, with no benefits or paid time off. Hours are anticipated to be between 24 and 30 hours per week. Work hours are flexible but will involve evenings and weekends. Casual dress. DRC is a dedicated, mission-driven office where fits of pride and laughter are encouraged.

Contract employee(s) serve at the pleasure of DRC and the contract may be terminated with or without cause at any time with 2 weeks’ written notice by either party.

The Dundalk Renaissance Corporation (DRC) is an equal opportunity employer.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and three references as soon as possible to jobs@dundalkusa.org. Position is expected to be filled no later than May 15th if not before.