Inland Empire Waterkeeper, a nonprofit organization protecting the health of the Santa Ana River Watershed, is looking for an outgoing individual to join its team as a Spanish-speaking Bilingual Program Assistant. This position is responsible for identifying and attending community events, emphasizing outreach to Spanish-speaking populations, and assisting education programs, grant writing, communications, and more. The ideal candidate will possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and work effectively as a part of a team.
Job Responsibilities
Outreach Programs
- Attend community events and clearly communicate to the general public
- Identify a variety of outreach opportunities
- Tabling at various community events (Earth Day, Coastal Cleanup Day)
- Completing reports on event statistics and maintaining spreadsheets
- Assist in leading cleanup events for volunteer groups, schools, companies, etc.
- Assist in creating social media posts and writing monthly newsletters
Education Programs
- Leading group activities such as water testing, habitat restoration, beach cleanups, and wetland monitoring
- Keeping inventory of supplies, setting up equipment, and printing out field worksheets
- Grading tests and reflection sheets and recording results
- Curriculum development and improvement
Grant Writing
- Researching web databases for grant/funding opportunities
- Helping to write grant proposals and reports
Qualifications
- Fluent in Spanish and English
- Completed or in progress on a Bachelor’s Degree in Science: Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Studies, Communications, or Education
- Some understanding of watershed and coastal issues
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Suite
- Adept at writing and internet research
- Comfortable with public speaking
- Organized and detail-oriented
- Ability to work at Waterkeeper’s office in Riverside, remotely, and in the field
Preferred experience and skills:
- Education or leadership experience with K-12 students
- Adobe Acrobat, Canva, Photoshop, WordPress, general graphic design or website management
- Scientific research
- Grant or curriculum writing
- Event planning experience
- Video editing skills
Schedule, Compensation, and Benefits
How to Apply
Please send your resume and cover letter to Johanna Ramos at johanna@iewaterkeeper.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. This posting will remain up until the position is filled.
Hiring Statement
Inland Empire Waterkeeper commits to providing pathways for active participation in water and watershed protection from people of all identities, including but not limited to race, color, religion/culture (dress and grooming practices), national origin, age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex (stereotypes and pregnancy, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, ancestry, gender (identity or expression), military and veteran status, or any other characteristic or activity protected by law. We cannot achieve our mission of protecting our precious waters and watersheds without the diverse perspectives of our community and collective decision-making. We are committed to breaking historic and systemic barriers that have built systems of water inequity and injustice by building a team that represents the variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills found in our community. Statistically, women and other underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they do not meet almost 100% of the desired skills and experience. We encourage you to apply! In our hiring process, we strive to eliminate bias and create a fair and equitable environment for all candidates. If you meet some of the requirements and have a passion for the work, please apply. If hired, we will support your leadership, initiatives, and self-determination. Join us at Inland Empire Waterkeeper as we continue to build a workplace that celebrates diversity, fosters inclusion, and unlocks the full potential of every individual. Together, we can achieve great things. Inland Empire Waterkeeper is an equal-opportunity employer.
