Beautification Coordinator
About The Position
Grounded Strategies is a Pittsburgh-based nonprofit that works with communities to restore vacant and neglected land. We support resident leaders who care for neighborhood spaces through clean-ups, site refreshes, and ongoing stewardship. We believe this work is strongest when done together. Grounded is seeking a Beautification Coordinator to organize and lead programs that keep community green spaces clean, safe, and welcoming. This role manages key beautification initiatives, including: The PGH Mobile Toolbox CommunityCare (paid resident steward program) Refresh Fund submissions Volunteer clean-up days with corporate, university, and community groups The Beautification Coordinator handles day-to-day program operations while ensuring projects align with Grounded’s mission and goals.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree and/or at least 1 year of relevant work experience
- Commitment to Grounded’s anti-racism values
- Valid PA driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation
- Ability to drive a pick-up truck with a small trailer
- Strong organization and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- Ability to work with diverse communities and partners
- (Experience in low-income communities and communities of color preferred)
Nice To Haves
- Background in environmental science or related field
- Volunteer coordination experience
- Community engagement or facilitation experience
- Interest in community development, environmental justice, or planning
- Proficiency in Google Workspace and standard office tools
- Public speaking or training experience
Responsibilities
- Coordinate projects from planning through completion and reporting
- Manage the PGH Mobile Toolbox reservation system and hauling schedule
- Process Refresh Fund applications and maintain tracking systems
- Purchase materials and coordinate contract labor as needed
- Keep program supplies organized in storage and in the Mobile Toolbox
- Support and train CommunityCare resident stewards
- Track maintenance quality across Grounded sites
- Coordinate ongoing stewardship activities
- Co-plan site deconstruction for projects that have deteriorated
- Plan and lead volunteer workdays (clean-ups, plantings, etc.)
- Recruit and engage volunteer groups
- Facilitate workshops and seasonal events
- Build and maintain strong relationships with community and institutional partners
- Conduct outreach such as flyering, door-knocking, and small group facilitation
- Support public education on lot beautification
- Survey residents and volunteers about their experiences
- Maintain an up-to-date work calendar and scheduling systems
- Prepare quarterly updates on program progress
- Create content aligned with Grounded’s communications strategy (social media, blog, website)
- Ensure programs follow legal guidelines and internal policies
- Participate in professional development opportunities
- Support Grounded’s Race Equity Action Plan
- Serve on internal committees (Workplace Culture, Evaluation & Development)
- Represent Grounded at partner meetings and community events
- Assist with grant application and reporting content
- Support other programs as needed
Benefits
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance: 85% Coverage for employees /pay (this is subject to change as health plans change in the future)
- 10 Holidays, plus your birthday, in addition to the week between Christmas and New Year’s when the Grounded office is closed
- 19 days of personal time off (includes all vacation, sick leave, and other personal days off)
- Eligibility for Life Insurance, Short - and Long - term disability, and our SIMPLE IRA retirement plan with up to 3% match from Grounded.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
