Green City Coalition Community Projects Manager

St. Louis Development Corporation; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Generous PTO

Professional development

Job summary

St. Louis Development Corporation (SLDC) seeks a Community Projects Manager to drive GCC initiatives and support SLDC's economic justice plan. The role blends community engagement with project management to revitalize urban greenspaces and foster resilience.

The ideal candidate has strong communication, relationship-building, and multi-project coordination skills, with a passion for inclusive development and sustainability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required in a field related to Community Development, Public Administration, Urban and Regional Planning, Social Work, Project Management, Non-profit Management, Environmental Sciences, or similar.
• 2–5 years of experience in community engagement, project management, or a similar role.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and collaborate with partners, residents, and contractors.
• Strong communication and facilitation skills with experience engaging diverse stakeholders.
• Basic knowledge of environmental sustainability practices in urban contexts is preferred.
• Proficiency with spreadsheet/database management applications and other software used by City.
• Ability to communicate with people from diverse backgrounds and maintain effective working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement community engagement strategies to raise awareness and participation in GCC initiatives.
• Build and maintain relationships with residents, partner agencies, community organizations, and local businesses.
• Organize and facilitate community events, workshops, and volunteer opportunities.
• Support volunteer management activities and program administration.
• Manage resident-facing GCC programs and help transform vacant lots into community spaces.
• Gather community input to inform GCC project development and align with resident goals.
• Manage digital outreach including newsletters, social media, and other platforms.
• Coordinate with Director and Coalition partners to plan, execute, and evaluate GCC projects.
• Develop project deliverables, timelines, and budgets ensuring on-time, on-scope completion.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure project success.

Skills

Communication skills

Facilitation skills

Stakeholder engagement

Project coordination

Community development knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Google Workspace

Job description

Job Details

Level: Management, Job Location: 1520 MARKET STREET SUITE 2000 - ST LOUIS, MO 63103, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: Bachelor's Degree, Salary Range: $52,000.00 - $60,000.00 Salary/year, Job Shift: Day, About Us

About Us

The Green City Coalition (GCC) is a cooperative agreement between the St. Louis Development Corporation (SLDC), the Missouri Department of Conservation, the City of St. Louis, and the Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District. GCC’s mission is to transform vacant land and underutilized park spaces into community greenspaces that promote neighborhood revitalization, equitable access to nature, enhanced biodiversity, and climate resilience.

The St. Louis Development Corporation (SLDC) is the independent economic development agency serving the City of St. Louis. SLDC is an action-oriented organization that exists to empower, develop, and transform St. Louis through a vibrant, just, and growing economy where all people can thrive.

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated, dynamic, & self-motivated Community Projects Manager to join our team. This dual-focused position (50% community engagement, 50% project management) will be housed within SLDC.

The role will emphasize community engagement and project management to advance GCC’s mission of revitalizing urban greenspaces, while also supporting SLDC’s Economic Justice Action Plan. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, the ability to build and maintain relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, project and/or program management experience, and a passion for community development & environmental sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

Community Engagement (50%)

• Develop and implement community engagement strategies to raise awareness of and encourage resident participation in GCC initiatives.
• Build and maintain relationships with community stakeholders, including residents, partner agencies, community organizations, and local businesses.
• Organize and facilitate community events, workshops, and volunteer opportunities to promote engagement with and development of GCC greenspaces.
• Support volunteer management activities, including recruitment, partnership development, promotion of opportunities, and volunteer appreciation.
• Manage resident facing GCC programs, such as one that promotes residents as stewards of their neighborhood community greenspaces and another that supports residents in transforming vacant lots into community spaces.
• Gather community input to inform GCC project development & ensure alignment with resident goals.
• Manage digital outreach including newsletter, social media, & other online communication platforms.

Project Management (50%)

• Support the planning, execution, and evaluation of GCC projects in collaboration with the Director and Coalition partners.
• Develop project deliverables, timelines, and budgets to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and in compliance with requirements.
• Coordinate with project stakeholders—including partners, contractors, community groups, and residents—to ensure project success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in a field related to Community Development, Public Administration, Urban and Regional Planning, Social Work, Project Management, Non-profit Management, Environmental Sciences, or similar course of study
• 2–5 years of experience in community engagement, project management, or a similar role
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work collaboratively with partners, residents, and contractors across diverse settings
• Strong communication and facilitation skills with experience engaging diverse stakeholders.
• Preference for candidates with basic knowledge of environmental sustainability practices, especially in urban contexts
• Proficiency with spreadsheet/database management applications (i.e., Microsoft, Google Suite) and other software applications used by the City
• Ability to communicate and relate to persons of diverse backgrounds and abilities and establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Adaptability in working across multiple sectors and disciplines, and eagerness to learn where experience or knowledge is lacking

Conditions of Employment

• Requires valid driver's license and own means of transportation
• Requires willingness to work on occasional evenings and weekends
• Requires ability to perform community and neighborhood visits on one’s own
• Requires ability to travel as required for work responsibilities

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

The working conditions described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work to be performed across multiple environments: in office, in neighborhood, and in natural areas.
• Frequent use of personal vehicle
• Requires the ability to lift and carry files/supplies of up to twenty pounds
• Requires the ability to distinguish objects clearly in near vision for writing and computer work

What We Offer

• Competitive salary range ($52,000 to $60,000)
• Comprehensive benefits package with a generous PTO policy.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on both the community and the environment.
• Dynamic work environment with varied settings, including office-based, community-based, and partner organization collaboration.
• Collaborative and supportive multidisciplinary team.
• Professional development opportunities.
• SLDC is committed to building a team with a wide range of experiences and perspectives. SLDC strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with disabilities, women, and LGBTQ+ candidates, and does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, or any statuses protected by law.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is a full-time, exempt position with health benefits and paid time off. While our traditional work hours are from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, SLDC follows a standard work schedule of 40 hours per week for full-time employees. Evening and weekend work is required as job duties demand.

SLDC is committed to building a team with a wide range of experiences and perspectives. SLDC strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with disabilities, women, and LGBTQ+ candidates, and does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status or any statuses protected by law. The position may be financed (in part) (wholly) through an allocation of Community Development Block Grant funds from the Department of Housing and Urban Development and the City of St. Louis' Community Development Administration