Climate-Resilient Infrastructure Architect & Trainer

Making-A-Difference-Foundation; Midland (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Making-A-Difference-Foundation is seeking a WCCN Architect to lead design and installation of drip irrigation and rainwater harvesting systems, while supporting climate-resilient agriculture and community education across Pierce County. Roles include hands-on training for BIPOC farmers and at-risk youth, with a focus on climate justice and long-term resilience.

The position offers a stipend of $18/hour for 20–40 hours per week, with no employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Commitment to climate justice and environmental equity.
• Ability to perform hands-on outdoor work.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Interest in agriculture, sustainability, or environmental justice.

Responsibilities

• Design, install, maintain drip irrigation and rainwater harvesting systems.
• Document implementation steps and support development of replicable toolkits.
• Deliver hands-on workshops for BIPOC farmers and youth on sustainable water management, climate-resilient farming, and drought mitigation.
• Support curriculum design for the Rising Roots youth program.
• Create accessible training materials and demonstrations.
• Track system performance and water-use reduction.
• Conduct feedback sessions with farmers/youth.
• Develop 'how-to' guides, success stories, and best-practice documentation.
• Participate in community events, farm tours, and outreach.
• Work collaboratively with partners such as Pierce Conservation District, Tilth Alliance, and WSU Extension.

Skills

Hands-on outdoor work

Teamwork

Communication

Interest in agriculture

Tools

Irrigation design

Job description

Making-A-Difference-Foundation is seeking a WCCN Architect to lead design and installation of drip irrigation and rainwater harvesting systems, while supporting climate-resilient agriculture and community education across Pierce County. Roles include hands-on training for BIPOC farmers and at-risk youth, with a focus on climate justice and long-term resilience.

The position offers a stipend of $18/hour for 20–40 hours per week, with no employee benefits.