Preservation Assistant

Maryland Nonprofits; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Baltimore Green Space is seeking a detail‑oriented program and data coordinator to support the Preservation and CMOS initiatives in the Baltimore area. You will manage data collection, optimize database systems, and help coordinate environmental education events while building partnerships with community leaders and non-profit partners.

You will work with the Preservation Manager to ensure high data quality, governance, and accessible information assets, bridging technical systems with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or minimum 2 years’ experience in project management, community outreach, event planning and/or community organizing or related fields.
• Data management experience designing and maintaining database systems.
• Thorough understanding of data governance standards and monitoring data quality.
• Strong command of SQL, Python or R, database design and cloud platforms is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-Day Program Management
• Assists Preservation Manager with routine reporting, data management and project planning as it relates to ongoing technical and site support to BGS preserved sites and CMOS in the wider BGS network
• Coordinates key aspects of the preservation process and land trust compliance
• Assists with the Annual Site Review process for BGS preserved sites, including forest sites
• Assists with planning and facilitating 12-18 environmental education events per year with support from other staff
• Supports coordination with partner non-profit organizations to develop effective support programming for sites
• Data ManagementResponsibilities: Maintains the Baltimore Green Space CMOS database and assists with its expansion and verification process via coordination with community leaders, site checks and ongoing data entry
• Coordinates with Preservation Manager around reporting requirements and produces preliminary reporting materials for project and grant management
• Daily updates to organizational database regarding Technical Assistance activities, Site Support activities, and contact information for all program contacts
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

SQL

Python

R

Data governance

Data quality

CRM tools

Excel

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Salesforce

Cloud platforms

Job description

Job Summary
Reports to and works with the Preservation Manager to support the implementation of BGS Preservation and Green Space Support Programming. Serves an integral role in supporting our mission by providing technical, educational, and outreach support to site leaders, as well as by co-facilitating BGS workshops and events to increase outreach. Assists with providing ongoing support to preserved sites, coordinating technical assistance to unaffiliated sites, building forest and garden stewardship networks and leading occasional service days. Works with the staff in meeting organizational goals to increase preservation applications from communities of color; increase neighborhood participation in community forest activities; and maintaining a network and accompanying database of community-managed open spaces (CMOS).

Job Summary
Reports to and works with the Preservation Manager to support the implementation of BGS Preservation and Green Space Support Programming. Serves an integral role in supporting our mission by providing technical, educational, and outreach support to site leaders, as well as by co-facilitating BGS workshops and events to increase outreach. Assists with providing ongoing support to preserved sites, coordinating technical assistance to unaffiliated sites, building forest and garden stewardship networks and leading occasional service days. Works with the staff in meeting organizational goals to increase preservation applications from communities of color; increase neighborhood participation in community forest activities; and maintaining a network and accompanying database of community-managed open spaces (CMOS).
In addition, the ideal candidate will work collaboratively across the organization to manage data collection and accessibility related to CMOS. In this role, you will optimize database systems, enforce robust data governance, and ensure high data quality so the team can confidently utilize and rely on organizational information. The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between technical data systems and organizational strategy to maximize the overall value of our information assets.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Day-to-Day Program Management

• Assists Preservation Manager with routine reporting, data management and project planning as it relates to ongoing technical and site support to BGS preserved sites and CMOS in the wider BGS network
• Coordinates key aspects of the preservation process and land trust compliance
• Assists with the Annual Site Review process for BGS preserved sites, including forest sites
• Assists with planning and facilitating 12-18 environmental education events per year with support from other staff
• Supports coordination with partner non-profit organizations to develop effective support programming for sites
  

Data Management Responsibilities

• Maintains the Baltimore Green Space CMOS database and assists with its expansion and verification process via coordination with community leaders, site checks and ongoing data entry
• Coordinates with Preservation Manager around reporting requirements and produces preliminary reporting materials for project and grant management
• Daily updates to organizational database regarding Technical Assistance activities, Site Support activities, and contact information for all program contacts
  

Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or minimum of 2 years’ experience in project management, community outreach, event planning and/or community organizing or related fields
• Data management experience designing and maintaining database systems
• Thorough understanding of data governance standards and monitoring data quality
• Strong command of SQL, Python or R, database design and cloud platforms is a plus
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Slack and CRM tools, such as Salesforce
• Working knowledge of Baltimore City history, particularly within the context of racial inequity and social justice is helpful
• Must have transportation and be willing to work some nights and weekends
• Experience with community gardening, urban forest ecology, environmental science, community outreach, and/or community organizing is a plus
  

Interpersonal Skills

• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including public speaking
• Excellent project management skills with ability to juggle multiple priorities and meet both short- and long-term deadlines without sacrificing quality
• Excellent judgment, and ability to make careful decisions that involve others
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail
• Collaborative problem solving and strong work ethic
• Strategic thinker and skillful solution-oriented negotiator
  

Salary & Benefits
Salary and benefits are competitive for a non-profit organization. Salary is commensurate with education and experience, range between 45,000-50,000.