Climate Program Associate Jobs

AMHERST HYBRID REMOTE Climate Program Associate Job Summary The Climate Program Associate supports UMass Extension\'s climate change initiatives to address the needs of diverse stakeholders including state and federal agency staff, regional or local government officials, natural resource managers, environmental consultants, community groups, organizations, researchers and Extension staff. This position will work closely with the Climate Adaptation Coordinator to implement programs and establish collaborations to foster adaptation to climate change. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor\'s Degree. Three (3) years of professional experience working in a position relevant for climate change adaptation. Advanced degree in related field can substitute for two (2) years. Valid driver\'s license with the ability to travel throughout Massachusetts occasionally for meetings. Professional or volunteer experience delivering education or outreach programs. Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills. Excellent interpersonal and group process skills. Preferred Qualifications Master\'s Degree in discipline related to climate change issues. Degree and/or work experience in educational disciplines, pedagogy, communications or website development. Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. Additional Details This is a 12-month, grant-funded position. Strong possibility of renewal pending additional funds. Essential Functions Develops and implements collaborative projects and educational activities that involve stakeholders and partners both on and off-campus in addressing critical issues related to climate adaptation. These activities include: facilitating peer-to-peer learning among climate practitioners, fostering ambassadors who share best practices in adaptation, and promoting watershed-scale climate collaboration. Connects and expands networks and collaboratives for climate adaptation by organizing convenings, building relationships, conducting outreach, and providing information. Assesses climate adaptation-related needs of stakeholders and responds through our initiatives. Designs and disseminates communications and outreach materials about climate initiatives based on best practices in the field, including, amplify climate adaptation strategies and demonstration projects that provide co-benefits for people and nature, center racial equity, promote community engagement, or foster impactful collaborations.