Each year, the Greenway Trust brings on multiple seasonal positions (full-time with benefits) to support elements of our Education, Restoration, and Recreation programs. These positions implement projects on the ground and are integral to the success of our field programs and our organization. We seek to bring in people with relevant experience or an interest in learning more about this field. Each year, we have a few leadership opportunities within our seasonal cohort and we offer relevant professional development opportunities to all members of the team. We strive to connect field crew members with other partner organizations and agencies so they can ask questions and build connections. Anyone interested is encouraged to reach out in advance to discuss these opportunities.
Seasonal Positions
Seasonal Restoration Crew MemberCompensation: $22.00 per hour. Date Posted: December 1, 2023 Priority deadline: January 7, 2024 Season Length: February 20 to November 22, 2024 Location: Lake Sammamish State Park in Issaquah, WA and will work on surrounding public lands
This is a full-time, 9-month seasonal position. Season Length: February 20 to November 22, 2024. The Restoration Crew periodically supports Greenway Trust volunteer and education events and works regularly with Greenway Trust staff and occasionally with partner agency and nonprofit staff, sponsored AmeriCorps members, and volunteers. This position is contingent upon funding from outside sources secured by the Greenway Trust. The Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust works to steward a landscape that stretches 100 miles from the shores of Puget Sound, across the Cascade Mountains, to Central Washington. The Greenway Trust also coordinates the Mountains to Sound Greenway National Heritage Area (NHA), which honors the historical and cultural significance of this place and helps to preserve and celebrate its living heritage. The Restoration Crew contributes to the goals of the NHA by implementing ecological restoration projects that focus on riparian restoration to improve habitat for threatened Chinook salmon, community restoration projects that focus on restoring open spaces in neighborhoods with less access to healthy green spaces, and supports agency efforts to minimize the impacts of noxious weeds on public and private lands. EXPECTATIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES The position expectations listed below are representative of the demeanor, knowledge, and ability of the applicant necessary to successfully carry out the essential duties and responsibilities of the job. Reasonable accommodations can be made as possible.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS A successful applicant brings a combination of the following certifications, knowledge, and experiences. Reasonable accommodations are possible.
REPORTS TO The Restoration Crew Members report to the Restoration Projects Manager. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS Compensation is $22.00 per hour. Benefits for full-time seasonal employees include a $250 gear stipend, paid time off (accruing at 1.5 hours per 40 hours), worker’s compensation coverage, optional participation in an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA) ($200 monthly contributed by the Greenway Trust), participation in HealthiestYou program, and optional participation in a 403(b)-retirement plan. This position is not eligible for paid time off including holiday pay. There may be a possibility of unpaid days off due to extenuating circumstances. GEAR LOANED BY THE GREENWAY TRUST
REQUIRED GEAR
To help seasonal crew members purchase or replace personal gear needed to be successful in the field, the Greenway Trust provides a $250 gear stipend. This allows individual seasonal staff members to prioritize what they want to purchase based on the gear they already have. LOCATION AND SCHEDULE The Restoration Crew is based out of the Greenway Trust Field Office at Lake Sammamish State Park in Issaquah, WA and will work on surrounding public lands. The Restoration Crew works a 10-hour workday (7am to 5:30pm), on a Tuesday-Friday schedule, with occasional Saturday volunteer events. TO APPLY Please send in a cover letter, resume, and three references to: apply@mtsgreenway.org Indicate which position you are applying to in the email subject line. In the cover letter, please address your experience and passion related to ecological restoration and how you have demonstrated the ability to work as part of a team with people from different backgrounds with perspectives. References will not be contacted until after interviews. |
Seasonal Restoration Crew Assistant LeaderCompensation: $23.00 per hour. Date Posted: December 1, 2023 Priority deadline: January 7, 2024 Season Length: February 15 to November 22, 2024 Location: Lake Sammamish State Park in Issaquah, WA and will work on surrounding public lands
This is a full-time, 9-month seasonal position. Season Length: February 15 to November 22, 2024. The Restoration Crew periodically supports Greenway Trust volunteer and education events and will work regularly with Greenway Trust staff and occasionally with partner agency and nonprofit staff, sponsored AmeriCorps members, and volunteers. This position is contingent upon funding from outside sources secured by the Greenway Trust. The Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust works to steward a landscape that stretches 100 miles from the shores of Puget Sound, across the Cascade Mountains, to Central Washington. The Greenway Trust also coordinates the Mountains to Sound Greenway National Heritage Area (NHA), which honors the historical and cultural significance of this place and helps to preserve and celebrate its living heritage. The Restoration Crew contributes to the goals of the NHA by implementing ecological restoration projects that focus on riparian restoration to improve habitat for threatened Chinook salmon, community restoration projects that focus on restoring open spaces in neighborhoods with less access to healthy green spaces, and supports agency efforts to minimize the impacts of noxious weeds on public and private lands. EXPECTATIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES The position expectations listed below are representative of the demeanor, knowledge, and ability of the applicant necessary to successfully carry out the essential duties and responsibilities of the job. Reasonable accommodations can be made as possible. Leadership Support
Project Implementation
Safety and Risk Management
Administrative
QUALIFICATIONS A successful applicant brings a combination of the following certifications, knowledge, and experiences. Reasonable accommodations are possible. Required
Desired
REPORTS TO The Restoration Crew Assistant Leader reports to the Restoration Projects Manager. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS Compensation is $23.00 per hour. Benefits for full-time seasonal employees include a $250 gear stipend, paid time off (accruing at 1.5 hours per 40 hours), worker’s compensation coverage, optional participation in an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA) ($200 monthly contributed by the Greenway Trust), participation in HealthiestYou program, and optional participation in a 403(b)-retirement plan. This position is not eligible for paid time off including holiday pay. There may be a possibility of unpaid days off due to extenuating circumstances. GEAR LOANED BY THE GREENWAY TRUST
REQUIRED GEAR
To help seasonal crew members purchase or replace personal gear needed to be successful in the field, the Greenway Trust provides a $250 gear stipend. This allows individual seasonal staff members to prioritize what they want to purchase based on the gear they already have. LOCATION AND SCHEDULE The Restoration Crew is based out of the Greenway Trust Field Office at Lake Sammamish State Park in Issaquah, WA and will work on surrounding public lands. The Restoration Crew works a 10-hour workday (7am to 530pm), on a Tuesday-Friday schedule, with occasional Saturday volunteer events. TO APPLY Please send in a cover letter, resume, and three references to: apply@mtsgreenway.org Indicate which position you are applying to in the email subject line. In the cover letter, please describe your leadership style, including successes or failures that have shaped you as a leader and how you would combine soft skills necessary for good leadership with technical knowledge related to ecological restoration. Applicants for the Assistant Crew Leader position may be considered for the Crew Member positions. References will not be contacted until after interviews.
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Seasonal Restoration Crew LeaderCompensation: $24.00 per hour. Date Posted: December 1, 2023 Priority deadline: January 7, 2024 Season Length: February 15 to November 22, 2024 Location: Lake Sammamish State Park in Issaquah, WA and will work on surrounding public lands
This is a full-time 9-month seasonal position. Season Length: February 15 to November 22, 2024. The Restoration Crew will also periodically support Greenway Trust volunteer and education events and will work regularly with Greenway Trust staff and occasionally with partner agency and nonprofit staff, sponsored AmeriCorps members, and volunteers. This position is contingent upon funding from outside sources secured by the Greenway Trust. The Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust works to steward a landscape that stretches 100 miles from the shores of Puget Sound, across the Cascade Mountains, to Central Washington. The Greenway Trust also coordinates the Mountains to Sound Greenway National Heritage Area (NHA), which honors the historical and cultural significance of this place and helps to preserve and celebrate its living heritage. The Restoration Crew contributes to the goals of the NHA by implementing ecological restoration projects that focus on riparian restoration to improve habitat for threatened Chinook salmon, community restoration projects that focus on restoring open spaces in neighborhoods with less access to healthy green spaces, and supports agency efforts to minimize the impacts of noxious weeds on public and private lands. EXPECTATIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES The position expectations listed below are representative of the demeanor, knowledge, and ability of the applicant necessary to successfully carry out the essential duties and responsibilities of the job. Reasonable accommodations can be made as possible. Leadership
Project Implementation
Safety and Risk Management
Administrative
QUALIFICATIONS A successful applicant brings a combination of the following certifications, knowledge, and experiences. Reasonable accommodations are possible. Required
Desired
REPORTS TO The Restoration Crew Leader reports to the Restoration Projects Manager. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS Compensation is $24.00 per hour. Benefits for full-time seasonal employees include a $250 gear stipend, paid time off (accruing at 1.5 hours per 40 hours worked), worker’s compensation coverage, optional participation in an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA) ($200 monthly contributed by the Greenway Trust), participation in HealthiestYou program, and optional participation in a 403(b)-retirement plan. This position is not eligible for paid time off including holiday pay. There may be a possibility of unpaid days off due to extenuating circumstances. GEAR LOANED BY THE GREENWAY TRUST
REQUIRED GEAR
To help seasonal crew members purchase or replace personal gear needed to be successful in the field, the Greenway Trust provides a $250 gear stipend. This allows individual seasonal staff members to prioritize what they want to purchase based on the gear they already have. LOCATION AND SCHEDULE The Restoration Crew is based out of the Greenway Trust Field Office at Lake Sammamish State Park in Issaquah, WA and will work on surrounding public lands. The Restoration Crew works a 10-hour workday (7am to 5:30pm), on a Tuesday-Friday schedule, with occasional Saturday volunteer events. TO APPLY Please send in a cover letter, resume, three references to: apply@mtsgreenway.org Indicate which position you are applying to in the email subject line. In the cover letter, please describe your leadership style, including successes or failures that have shaped you as a leader and how you would combine soft skills necessary for good leadership with technical knowledge related to ecological restoration. Applicants for the Crew Leader position may be considered for the Assistant Leader and Crew Member positions. References will not be contacted until after interviews. |
Seasonal Volunteer SpecialistCompensation: $22.00 per hour. Date Posted: December 1, 2023 Priority deadline: January 7, 2024 Season Length: March 5 to November 22, 2024 Location: The Greenway Trust has a hybrid model that combines both remote and in-person work. This position will be based at the Greenway Trust’s Field Office (1980 NW Sammamish Rd., Issaquah, WA 98027)
The Volunteer Specialist will support the implementation and administration of ecological restoration volunteer events. Mid-week events are typically planned with school or corporate groups, while Saturday events are open to the public. Group sizes range anywhere from 20-100 volunteers. In the winter, volunteer activities center around outdoor nursery activities, including potting up native species and reorganizing existing pots. Spring and summer work focuses on removal of introduced plants from restoration sites to improve the ecological health of those areas. Fall activities include planting native species into restoration sites. This position supports the Education program during their school year stewardship events and in intensive summer internships. Season length: March 5 to November 22, 2024. The successful Volunteer Specialist will demonstrate a passion for helping people – especially those from communities that are underrepresented in environmental fields and/or are new to environmental topics, ensuring positive connections with nature. This position is ideal for someone with a strong environmental background who enjoys working outdoors in variable weather and with tools for habitat restoration. Applicants ideally have experience leading groups of people in outdoor settings, mentoring teens, and/or performing ecological restoration work. Candidates should expect to discuss their experience incorporating diversity, equity, and inclusion principles into their work or personal ethic. Every Greenway Trust employee plays an active part in carrying out our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion within our organization and beyond. The Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust works to steward a landscape that stretches 100 miles from the shores of Puget Sound, across the Cascade Mountains, to Central Washington. The Greenway Trust also coordinates the Mountains to Sound Greenway National Heritage Area (NHA), which honors the historical and cultural significance of this place and helps to preserve and celebrate its living heritage. The Volunteer Program contributes to the goals of the NHA by engaging those who live, work, and play in the Greenway landscape in stewardship activities to deepen connections with the natural world. Reports to: Volunteer Coordinator Salary & Benefits: $22.00 hourly. Benefits for full-time seasonal employees include a $250 gear stipend, paid time off (accruing at 1.5 hours per 40 hours), worker’s compensation coverage, optional participation in an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA) ($200 monthly contributed by the Greenway Trust), participation in HealthiestYou program, and optional participation in a 403(b)-retirement plan. This position is not eligible for paid time off including holiday pay. Schedule: Full-time, 8.5-month seasonal, non-exempt position. The schedule is dependent upon seasonal need and will include periodic evening and regular Saturday events. Estimated 20% office and 80% field time. Location: The Greenway Trust has a hybrid model that combines both remote and in-person work. This position will be based at the Greenway Trust’s Field Office (1980 NW Sammamish Rd., Issaquah, WA 98027). This position requires a reliable personal vehicle for travel to the Greenway Trust’s Seattle office, field trip sites around King County, Lake Sammamish State Park, and more. Vehicles and Mileage Reimbursement: The position will have access to a Greenway vehicle for work purposes; a valid driver’s license, insurable driving record, and completion of internal training is required. When usage of a personal vehicle is required (e.g., travel to schools), positions are reimbursed at the federal reimbursement rate for mileage. Gear & Equipment:
How to Apply: Send a resume and cover letter explaining your interest and capabilities to apply@mtsgreenway.org, with the subject line “Seasonal Position.” Your cover letter should not exceed two pages, and should provide examples of the following:
Finalists will be asked to provide three references. |
Seasonal EducatorCompensation: $22.00 per hour. Date Posted: December 1, 2023 Priority deadline: January 7, 2024 Season Length: March 5 to November 22, 2024 Location: The Greenway Trust has a hybrid model that combines both remote and in-person work. This position will be based at the Greenway Trust’s Field Office (1980 NW Sammamish Rd., Issaquah, WA 98027)
During the school year, the Educators teach classes of 4th-8th grade students about forest ecosystems and salmon through classroom lessons, field study trips, and stewardship events (e.g., planting trees or removing introduced weeds). Field trip sites include Lake Sammamish State Park and Tiger Mountain State Forest. During the summer, the Educators co-lead the Youth Engaged in Sustainable Systems (YESS) and Burien Green Teens high school internships, including classroom- and field-based lessons about restoration ecology, green careers, environmental justice, and more. Educators should expect to work in close collaboration with the Education team and program partners as well as independently. Season length: March 5 to November 22, 2024. The successful Educator will demonstrate a passion for helping young people — especially those from communities that are underrepresented in environmental fields and/or new to environmental topics — make personal positive connections with nature. This position is ideal for someone with a strong environmental background who enjoys working outdoors in variable weather. Applicants ideally have experience leading groups of students in outdoor settings, teaching in a classroom setting, mentoring teens, and/or performing ecological restoration work. Educators also support community volunteer events and outreach events. Candidates should expect to discuss their experience incorporating diversity, equity, and inclusion principles into their work or personal ethic. Every Greenway Trust employee plays an active part in carrying out our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion within our organization and beyond. The Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust works to steward a landscape that stretches 100 miles from the shores of Puget Sound, across the Cascade Mountains, to Central Washington. The Greenway Trust also coordinates the Mountains to Sound Greenway National Heritage Area (NHA), which honors the historical and cultural significance of this place and helps to preserve and celebrate its living heritage. The Education Program contributes to the goals of the NHA by engaging 4th-12th grade students in environmental education programs that equip them with knowledge, skills, and inspiration needed to be curious, caring stewards of nature and that may lead them to future careers in conservation. Reports to: Education Program Manager Salary & Benefits: $22.00 hourly. Benefits for full-time seasonal employees include a $250 gear stipend, paid time off (accruing at 1.5 hours per 40 hours), worker’s compensation coverage, optional participation in an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA) ($200 monthly contributed by the Greenway Trust), participation in HealthiestYou program, and optional participation in a 403(b)-retirement plan. This position is not eligible for paid time off including holiday pay. Schedule: Full-time, 8.5-month seasonal, non-exempt position. The schedule is typically Monday to Friday with periodic evening and Saturday events. Estimated 20% office and 80% field time. Location: The Greenway Trust has a hybrid model that combines both remote and in-person work. This position will be based at the Greenway Trust’s Field Office (1980 NW Sammamish Rd., Issaquah, WA 98027). This position requires a reliable personal vehicle for travel to schools, the Greenway Trust’s Seattle office, and field trip sites around King County that include the Greenway Trust’s Seattle office (map), Lake Sammamish State Park, Tiger Mountain State Park, Riverview Learning Center, Puget Sound Skills Center, Salmon Creek Ravine. Vehicles and Mileage Reimbursement: The Educators will have access to a Greenway vehicle for work purposes; a valid driver’s license, insurable driving record, and completion of internal training is required. When usage of a personal vehicle is required (e.g., travel to schools), Educators are reimbursed at the federal reimbursement rate for mileage. Gear & Equipment:
How to Apply: Send a resume and cover letter explaining your interest and capabilities to apply@mtsgreenway.org, with the subject line “Seasonal Educator.” Your cover letter should not exceed two pages, and should provide examples of the following:
Finalists will be asked to provide three references. |
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION
We believe that when we are connected to nature, our lives are better. We are healthier, happier, and our communities are stronger. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion at the Greenway Trust because we want to better reflect the diverse communities that make up the Greenway NHA, because we believe that equity and inclusion are vital to our mission, and because we want to do our part to create a more just society. We are committed to creating lasting structural changes internally in our workplace and externally in the communities we serve.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER
The Greenway Trust is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, ancestry, genetic information, use of a service animal, honorably discharged veteran, military status, political ideology, personal appearance, family responsibilities, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law. Each person is evaluated on the basis of personal aptitude and merit.