Coordinate a breadth of partners by maintaining communication, meeting planning and coordination, and program updates with local nonprofit, public, and civic organizations
Support project management by tracking project milestones, , monitoring budgets, maintaining communication with design professionals and project partners, and providing documentation and logistics support for design development, budget management, construction management, project closeout, and grant reporting
Support community engagement by drafting and implementing meeting plans, managing outreach, developing meeting agendas and presentations, and tracking and sharing key decisions and action items. This will at times include engaging residents, students, and other community members in design decisions during public park and schoolyard development.
Support grant writing inclusive of coordinating funding application development and writing application content
Support the development of conservation plans inclusive of desktop research, drafting and editing planning documents, and by supporting community engagement
Write and distribute regular communications, and develop and distribute outreach materials
Philadelphia Program Coordination: 30%
Support the Program team on all aspects of park and schoolyard project development, with a focus on grant management, documentation, and coordination with public agencies.
Support stewardship and community engagement at TPL’s Philadelphia projects.
Collaborate with TPL colleagues to articulate the impact of our Park and Schoolyard Program for external audiences, including public and private funders.
Desired Experience, Education, and Skills:The ideal candidate will have strong, proven skills in most—though not necessarily all—of the following areas. We are open to the possibility that a great candidate for this job may differ in qualifications and experience than what we have outlined. If you believe you’re the right person for this job and can persuasively make that case, we encourage you to apply.We seek someone with a combination of educational, professional, or personal experience that includes:
Passion for supporting equity and using public spaces to improve quality of life
Strong organizational skills and focus to detail, with an ability to maintain perspective for a long-term project plan
Knowledge of fields such as landscape design, community development, planning, community organizing, construction management, or active transportation
Competence working with diverse stakeholder groups, including youth
Ability to collaborate and communicate with multiple partners, including nonprofit organizations, community groups, and public agencies
Project management skills, inclusive of budget tracking and grant administration
Interest in urban park, green infrastructure, or trail development
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communications
Enthusiasm for working with internal and external colleagues who contribute a variety of skills, life experiences, and points of view
Proficiency with English and one other language preferred
Knowledge of Camden and/or Philadelphia neighborhoods and communities preferred
TPL has moved to a hybrid work model with a mix of in-office, site, and remote work. This position requires in-office work for a minimum of three (3) days in TPL’s Philadelphia office, with more in-person time required during onboarding. This model is subject to change. This position requires occasional ‘off-hours’ work including weekend and evening meetings and events. The position will involve sitework and project management statewide including occasional regional travel. A valid driver’s license is required.As a full-time, exempt employee, you will be eligible for Trust for Public Land’s comprehensive benefits program, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, vacation, holidays, Summer Fridays, and a 403(b) retirement plan with up to a 7% company match. We offer competitive salaries commensurate with experience; the anticipated hiring range for this position is $60,000-$65,000 annually.Trust for Public Land’s active goal is to be an inclusive and equitable place to work and build community. As the organization actively works to eliminate racial and other disparities, it encourages candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skillsets and experiences to apply.