Job Alert: Program Director – Communities for Transit @ Silver Spring, Maryland
Communities for Transit (“CFT”) is a newly formed non-profit organization dedicated to public education to cultivate and harness enthusiasm for transit and smart growth to build support for a planned rapid transit network in Montgomery County, Maryland. CFT will employ a range of strategies to catalyze support for making Montgomery County a national leader in using transit systems to transform “urbanizing” suburbs from congested, auto-centric neighborhoods into more environmentally and financially sustainable communities.
Responsibilities: Communities for Transit is seeking a full-time program director to help manage and implement the core public education priorities of the organization, and also to develop the identity and infrastructure for CFT. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
- Work with web development, media and design consultants to develop high-impact simulations of the proposed transit network
- Build a program of public education events and community discussions around transit-related issues
- Conduct outreach to stakeholders and communities impacted by the transit plan
- Draft and design fact sheets, brochures, and other educational materials
- Establish and maintain regular communications with journalists, opinion leaders, blogs, and other news outlets
- Facilitate formation of a diverse coalition of local organizations that support high-quality transit systems
- Help manage office and organizational functions ranging from fundraising activities, intern supervision, and more
- Develop and maintain website and social media strategy for CFT
- Devise and implement a fundraising plan to sustain CFT’s efforts into the future
Qualifications:
- Passion for transit, smart growth, planning, and/or environmental issues strongly preferred
- Prior experience at a public advocacy, non-profit, or policy organization, especially in a field related to CFT’s mission
- Project management experience, with demonstrated organizational abilities and attention to detail
- Ability to self-start and work creatively and independently in a fast-paced environment, including comfort with tracking multiple complex projects simultaneously
- Solid work history involving public speaking, writing and interpersonal skills
- Experience conducting public education campaigns, particularly for diverse communities, including youths, renters, immigrants, businesses, environmentalists, etc
- Excellent computer skills; Familiarity with mass email communications, social media, and web development preferred; Experience with graphic design, CRM, video editing, and blogging software a plus
Location: Communities for Transit is headquartered in downtown Silver Spring, near the Red Line Metro station.
Reports to: Executive Director
Salary: CFT’s Program Director will serve for roughly 12 months, with possibility for extension contingent upon future fundraising. Salary is commensurate with experience, with a range of $37,000-$42,000 and health benefits.
Application process: Communities for Transit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To apply, please send a resume, cover letter and references to dmoon@
