Environmental Education and Communications Coordinator

About The Watershed Project
The Watershed Project (TWP) is a nonprofit organization based in Richmond, California whose mission is to inspire Bay Area communities to understand, appreciate and protect our local watersheds. Along with our many community and local group partners, through educating, community organizing, restoring creeks, shorelines, and native plant communities, and implementing vital green infrastructure projects, TWP is committed to building environmental resiliency and equity in the San Francisco Bay Area.

position Overview
The Environmental education and Communications Coordinator is TWP’s primary voice on social media and a co-lead educator for K-12 and public education programs. This position manages TWP’s shared content calendar, working with each department to gather, schedule, and post content that brings TWP’s education, restoration, water quality, and workforce development work to life for Bay Area audiences on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and other channels. The Coordinator also co-leads in-class lessons and outdoor field trips for K-12 students and leads education at community events. Under the direction of the Senior Manager – Environmental Education and Operations, and working closely with the Lead Educator, this position coordinates TWP’s Communications Team, which includes representatives from each program team. The ideal candidate is a creative storyteller with a strong eye for photo and video, comfortable teaching outdoors with K-12 students, highly organized, and committed to advancing environmental resiliency and equity in the Bay Area.

Responsibilities
Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

Education Program Delivery (45%)

• Collaborate on lesson planning, preparation, and teaching of in-class lessons for K-12 students, with support from Green Collar Corps (GCC) interns and an AmeriCorps Fellow.
• Collaborate on outdoor field trips at local parks, creeks, and shoreline sites, including planning, prep, and staffing.
• Coordinate class schedules with classroom teachers in collaboration with the Lead Educator.
• Support teacher trainings, assist with developing and leading staff trainings, and attend professional development opportunities.
• Support program evaluation, including student and teacher surveys.
• Support grant progress report writing and take program photos for reporting.

Communications (35%)

• Lead TWP’s social media presence across Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Reddit, YouTube, and event platforms.
• Coordinate TWP’s shared social media content calendar.
• Review department submissions and edit copy for brand voice.
• Train and support staff across departments to ensure content management.
• Coordinate and facilitate regular Communications Team meetings.
• Plan seasonal and campaign content ahead of key dates.
• Coordinate with the Development team to schedule fundraising campaign content.
• Create original content, including copy, short-form video and other media forms.
• Track posting against monthly targets and social media metrics (reach, engagement, followers), and share short monthly summaries with the team.
• Send out TWP’s SPAWNERS monthly e-blast and quarterly newsletter.

Community Events and Program Support (20%)

• Lead education activities and tabling at community events such as festivals, Coastal Cleanup Day, MLK Day, and Earth Day.
• Support educational content and volunteer engagement at restoration workdays and community events.
• Maintain and organize education and outreach materials, including tabling kits and display items.
• Support supervision and mentoring of GCC interns during lessons, field trips, and content creation.
• Other duties as needed.

Desired Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess some of the following knowledge, skills, and experience:

• Bilingual in English and Spanish highly desirable
• Ability to transport materials to classrooms and other teaching location
• Demonstrated commitment to outdoor and environmental education
• 1+ years of experience teaching or leading activities with K-12 youth
• Interest in Bay Area ecology, including local watersheds, native plants, and wildlife
• Naturalist knowledge with a special interest in an area such as birding, botany, entomology, herpetology, or aquatic ecology
• Knowledge of outdoor education games and activities is helpful
• Experience creating social media content for an organization, business, or personal channel with a strong following
• Basic photo and short-form video editing skills (CapCut, Adobe Premiere, or similar)
• Experience with Canva or other graphic design tools, and with managing a content calendar across multiple platforms (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Reddit, and event platforms)
• Strong writing skills, with an ability to tell engaging stories in a friendly, accessible voice
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred
• Proficient with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office Suite
• Flexible, enthusiastic, and able to work effectively with a diverse range of people
• Self-directed, highly organized, and dependable
• Willing to ask questions, seek clarification, and ask for help when needed
• Responds to emails and other communications in a timely manner

Physical Requirements

● The expected work week for this position is Monday through Friday with occasional workdays on the weekends and some week nights.
● TB test required after hire.
● Livescan required after hire. Fingerprinting costs, if applicable, will be reimbursed.
● A valid California Driver’s License, clean DMV record, and access to a vehicle is required.
● Work involves walking on uneven or muddy terrain in inclement weather (hot, cold, or storm events) as needed. Work requires squatting and kneeling, climbing ladders, and working on steep slopes.
● Lifts, carries, and positions objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
● CPR and First Aid certification is a plus.

Work Environment and Values
Work is performed in a joint office and outdoor setting. Office location is at the Richmond Field Station in Richmond, CA, with restoration sites throughout Contra Costa County, Oakland, and San Francisco. TWP is an equal opportunity employer that strives to recruit a diverse workforce and provide an equitable and inclusive workplace for all. We strongly encourage people with a variety of backgrounds and lived experiences to apply and thrive within our growing team. We seek qualified and passionate individuals regardless of age, ancestry, color, creed, cultural background, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, marital status, military obligations, national origin, parental status, physical ability, race, religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or veteran status.

Compensation
This is a full-time, Salary Non-Exempt position with an yearly salary of $57,000-$60,000. The Watershed Project offers excellent benefits, including:

● Medical and dental insurance
● Paid vacation time (10 days per year) and sick leave
● 14 paid holidays per year
● Paid holiday closure between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day
● 401(k) retirement plan
● Paid professional development opportunities
● Flexible work schedule
● Friendly, dedicated, and supportive coworkers