Community Outreach/Greening Organizer
The Stevens Square Community Organization (SSCO) is the community participation organization for the Stevens Square- Loring Heights neighborhood, unique historic neighborhood just south of downtown Minneapolis. SSCO is currently seeking a qualified community outreach and greening organizer to work with residents on community greening efforts, planning community events, and other community organizing activities. While there are certain activities that the job requires, there is also room for new creative and energetic projects as the employee�s interest suggests.
Responsibilities:
Staff SSCO�s Outreach & Events Committee and Arts & Greening Committee, including arranging meeting space, help develop monthly agendas and mailings, etc. in conjunction with committee chairs and other SSCO staff
Work with community members, through the committees and community organizing techniques, to identify, prioritize and implement community greening and outreach projects;
Coordinate neighborhood volunteers to help maintain community greenspaces, including the 17th Street Overlook and Greenway, the Emily Peake Garden, and Stevens Square Park
Help coordinate gardening activities at the LaSalle Community Gardens
Organize various community events, including the Spring Clean Sweep and a Neighborhood Plant Sale, Fair in the Square, WinterLights, and the annual fundraiser
Miscellaneous office work, including helping to keep the database updated, working with other staff members on organizational priorities, and other duties as requested
Reports to SSCO Executive Director
Qualifications include:
Experience working or volunteering with a community-based organization. Community organizing experience preferred
Gardening expertise; knowledge of community gardening resources a plus
Event planning experience a plus
Good personal organizational skills, and a self-starter with ability to problem-solve
Ability to work with and to connect with people from diverse backgrounds
Knowledge of basic computer programs, including word processing and databases. Knowledge of website design is a plus
Ability to work flexible hours, including some evening/weekend hours
College degree
Full time, forty (40) hours per week, with compensated time available. Salary is $24.5-26K to start, plus benefits, including full health and dental coverage, and a 403(b) plan.
To apply, please submit letter explaining why you are interested in the position, a resume and three references by Thursday, April 12th to: Organizer Search Committee, SSCO, 110 East 18th St., Minneapolis, MN 55403
SSCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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