Program Coordinator

Acton Wakefield Watersheds Alliance 

Program Coordinator Job Description 

Overview 

The AWWA Program Coordinator is a key member of the team working to protect water quality in the lakes and ponds of Wakefield, NH and Acton, ME. This person is responsible for the implementation of AWWA’s core programs: The Youth Conservation Corps Program (YCC) and School Science Program, with oversight from the Executive Director, as well as assisting with community outreach and fundraising as needed.

The Program Coordinator is a public representative of the Acton Wakefield Watersheds Alliance (AWWA) and the YCC. Their behavior will be helpful and courteous to property owners, members of the public, and our crew members. We expect the Program Coordinator to be an enthusiastic and knowledgeable supporter of our programs and be willing to explain and discuss the programs with members of the community. 

Job Duties

Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) Program

• Oversee and manage a staff of seven YCC crew members (high school/college-aged)
• Assist with recruiting, hiring, and training of YCC Crew
• Communicate with homeowners and associations to schedule and plan projects
• Work with the Executive Director and YCC crew to design and install stormwater Best Management Practices (BMPs) to reduce pollution caused by erosion and runoff (BMPs may include planting riparian buffers or rain gardens to catch water and sediment; stabilizing trails, filling with crushed stone or mulch; installing water bars to redirect runoff; digging infiltration trenches and drywells)
• Track and summarize all project installations in our YCC database, including pollutant load reductions
• Provide written and photographic content for AWWA’s social media accounts and emails
• Document YCC Season in the YCC Annual Report

Technical Assistance Program

• Visit homeowners to provide site-specific stormwater BMP landscaping recommendations
• Produce stormwater BMP landscaping designs for homeowners
• Document all site visits and designs in our database

School Science Program

• Implement AWWA’s hands-on environmental science programs for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students in Wakefield and Acton
• Recruit and schedule classroom volunteers
• Coordinate with teachers to schedule program days
• Maintain database of all programs, volunteers, participants, projects and photos

Miscellaneous

• Provide program content to the AWWA outreach coordinator for social media and newsletters

• Assist with other programmatic, fundraising and organizational tasks and projects as needed

   

Qualifications:

• B.S. degree in environmental science, environmental conservation, environmental education or related field, OR in the process of getting a related degree, OR have at least 2 years of relevant experience
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office, google suite, database management, & social media
• Demonstrated leadership capability
• Project management experience
• History of and affinity for outdoor job/life experiences

Preferred Skills

• Excellent communication, writing, and editing skills
• Public speaking
• Teaching or supervising K-8 students
• Ability to communicate scientific concepts to general public
• Landscaping and/or carpentry skills
• Use of software such as or similar to: Mailchimp, Canva, Airtable, etc.
• Strong team player: responsible, reliable and supportive. Able to self-direct and work independently;
• Passionate environmental advocate: Understands the AWWA Mission; willing/eager to become immersed in the culture of the organization in order to be an effective representative
• Willingness to work with an array of groups including; state agencies, local associations, town officials, contractors, and property owners
• Understands the culture and challenges of non-profit organization work: passion driven, fast-paced, multi-tasking, tight budgets
• Close attention to detail, and ability to work under deadlines
• Enthusiasm, creativity and a desire to learn
• Ability to interpret and use tax maps and parcel data
• Experience with ArcGIS Online

General Requirements & Working Conditions:

The Program Coordinator will work directly with and report to the Executive Director to implement AWWA’s programs. Applicants should have experience or training in environmental practices, and safe outdoor work habits. This person will take responsibility for leading and working with a high school age crew during the summer. The position will require significant time in the office, but applicants should be physically capable of full days of physical labor when needed, using hand tools such as shovels, wheelbarrows, and picks, be able to lift 50+ lbs. as required by YCC activities, and be willing to work in all weather conditions (heat, rain, etc.). Must be comfortable interacting with others and promoting the goals of the YCC. Must have valid driver’s license, a clean driving record, have reliable personal transportation, and be willing to travel throughout the Acton/Wakefield region. Work hours can be flexible and there will be opportunities to work remotely.

Compensation

This is a 40 hour per week salaried position starting at $50,000 per year. Benefits include a 3% retirement account match, 10 paid vacation days (with 1 extra day per year up to 15 days), and 12 holidays.

Please submit a resume, cover letter, and references to AWWA Executive Director Jon Balanoff by September 14th, 2025. Submissions and other inquires can be emailed to jbalanoff@awwatersheds.org.