The Office of Environmental Policy and Sustainability at the City of Tacoma is looking for an AmeriCorps member to serve as Sustainability and Active Transportation Assistant from September 2014 through July 2015. ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW The City of Tacoma Office of Environmental Policy and Sustainability works to connect Tacoma residents with information and resources to make their daily lives more sustainable, whether its connecting them with a nearby community garden, hosting environmental study groups, or incentivizing walking or bicycling for transportation. The office is also responsible for making sure that the City of Tacoma, as an organization, is as sustainable and resource-efficient as it can be. ROLE OVERVIEW The Sustainability and Active Transportation Assistant will work directly with the Sustainability Manager and Active Transportation Coordinator to implement strategies of reducing resource consumption, engage in community outreach and staff education, and increase environmental awareness and positive behavior change. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS  Coordinate the 2015 South Sound Sustainability Expo, where the community can connect with organizations and individuals working to promote environmental sustainability 

Coordinate with volunteers to conduct annual bicycle and pedestrian count

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Assist the Active Transportation Coordinator in organizing Bike Month events

 Assist the Safe Routes to Schools Coordinator in developing and implementing walking and bicycling programming 

Develop policies to promote sustainable practices

 Support internal sustainable practices by tracking municipal energy/fuel use and identifying reduction strategies 

Increase public awareness of sustainability issues and resources through outreach

 Network with other regional and local organizations to learn best practices and collaborate on joint projects  Track progress and develop annual reports on specific sustainability and environmental measures 

Manage website and social media campaigns

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: 

Age 18 to 25

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College graduate

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Ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities and deadlines

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Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills

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Ability to work well independently and as part of a team

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Excellent verbal and written communication skills

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Knowledge of and passion for environmental issues

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Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office

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Availability for occasional evenings and weekends

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Knowledge of Tacoma area and community

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Experience in event planning

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Some experience biking and walking for transportation

COMPENSATION: 

Monthly stipend of $1,155

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Education award of $5,645 upon completion of service

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Subsidized childcare

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Health coverage

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Training

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ORCA transit pass

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Use of City fleet vehicles (car, van, bicycle) for work purposes

HOW TO APPLY Apply via the AmeriCorps website at https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?id=56027&fromSearch=true