Urban Lands Education and Outreach Coordinator

East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District is seeking an Outreach and Education Coordinator who wants to make a difference in their community. Are you passionate and motivated about promoting soil health, water quality, equity, and climate action? Find out how you can join EMSWCD and work toward positive change! 

The Education and Outreach Coordinator will coordinate our educational offerings, support the organization’s outreach and marketing efforts, and help plan and implement our events. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, embraces helpfulness and cares about the work they do. They also have excellent verbal, writing, and editing skills, thrive in a team-oriented environment, and are passionate about our mission to help people care for land and water.  

At EMSWCD we believe we are stronger together, and actively work to build a diverse, connected, and healthy staff and community.  

Worried you don’t have all the qualifications? Studies have shown that women and BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We at EMSWCD are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and qualifications for the role.   

This position is offered within EMSWCD’s Urban Lands program at the Coordinator level, with a wage range of $49,538 - $71,450 ($23.82/hr - $34.35/hr.)  

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Application Instructions: 

View the full job posting and  job description here 

Please read the information below carefully for instructions on how to apply for this position.  

Application materials are due by 11:59pm on Sunday, August 18th.  

To apply: 

1. Applicants must send a cover letter, and detailed resume to: jobs@emswcd.org. 
2. All email subject lines should include the job title: “Urban Lands Education and Outreach Coordinator” 
3. Cover letters (1-Page max) should describe the applicant’s interest in the position and a summary of job-related qualifications. 
4. Resumes (2-page max) should include: all relevant positions held listed in chronological order; dates employed; employer names; duties performed; and relevant training and education. 

Veterans: Are you a “Veteran” as defined under Oregon law (ORS 408.225(f)) or a “Disabled Veteran” as defined under Oregon law (ORS 408.225(c))? EMSWCD complies with the Oregon Veteran’s Preference law.  Applicants must identify their eligibility for veteran’s preference when submitting their resume and cover letter for consideration, and supply supporting documents if they wish to receive preference. 

Approximate Timeline: 

July 18 Recruitment opens 

Aug. 18 Recruitment closes  

Aug. 18 - Sept. 9  Application review and candidate identification  

Sept. 9 - 27 Interviews (1st and 2nd)  

Sept. 30 – Oct. 4 Reference check for top candidate(s); offer extended.