Washington Area Bicyclist Association

Are you enthusiastic about youth development and empowering folks of all ages to ride bikes? The Washington Area Bicyclist Association is looking for a Youth and Family Education Coordinator to join our bicycle education program. We are looking for someone with experience teaching youth ages 5-18, who is committed to youth development, and is enthusiastic about empowering families to ride bikes together. TEAM WABA’s education team is a three person team and our job is to help youth, adults, and families throughout the DC region to learn to ride bikes and to ride safely and comfortably on our trails and city streets. Our youth education program provides bicycle and pedestrian education at public schools, aftercare programs, recreation centers, and public events. The candidate must be located in the Washington, DC area — while the majority of our staff are working from home, this position will require delivering in-person bicycle education. Currently all programming is delivered outside or online. The Youth and Family Education Coordinator is expected to begin employment in early March 2022. The salary range is $45,000 – $50,000 salaried, with benefits. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Implement WABA’s youth and family program in DC Public Charter Schools:   You’ll plan, coordinate, and implement a key WABA program in the District, as laid out in WABA’s education contract with DDOT. WABA provides in-school education, after school bike clubs, youth learn to ride classes, and parent and child classes. You’ll be responsible for scheduling, leading, and teaching upwards of 20 classes and ride events per year, including marketing and promotion, outreach to teachers, parents and school administrators, designing and modifying programming, topics, ride routes, and curricula, and program evaluation. You’ll help to maintain a small fleet of youth bikes, including: cleaning, replacing parts, and tune-ups. Implement youth and family programming across the region:   You’ll deliver high-quality bicycling experiences to youth and families throughout the region. In 2022, this will include after school bicycle education in partnership with the Montgomery County Department of Recreation, and out of school bike day camps for high schoolers focused on exploring the District’s watershed and ecology.  Manage WABA’s   Bike Camp! :   You’ll plan and run our summer program for kids aged 8 to 14. You’ll lead on day-to-day camp operations, including overseeing registration and promotion, hiring, training, and supervising counselors, designing program curricula and a risk management plan, and coordinating with community partners.  Support WABA’s education program:   In collaboration with the Adult Education Coordinator, you’ll provide administrative and logistics support for WABA’s education program. This includes teaching classes, scheduling and permitting, setting up class registrations and promotions, communicating with and following up with participants, risk management, and program evaluation. QUALIFICATIONS We would love to consider you as a candidate and don’t expect you to know everything on day one! You should apply if you meet at least 70% of the following required and one or more of the useful criteria. Use your cover letter to give us your best pitch of how your professional and/or personal experience fits the job qualifications and the role. These core skills are essential to thriving in the role:  Two to five years of experience of in-school or after school physical, athletic, or outdoor education with youth ages 5-18. The ability to pass DC Public Schools’   volunteering requirements , including a tuberculosis test and criminal background check. The ability to ride a bike in mixed city traffic and off-street trails. A valid driver’s license, a clean driving record, and the ability to drive a large van in city traffic. The ability to lift up to 50 pounds for van loading and load out.  Current certifications, or the willingness and ability to obtain the certifications within the first two months of employment, for: League Cycling Instructor   (LCI) certification or equivalent; First Aid/CPR for adults and children. A proven track record for being dependable, timely, and communicative, and working collaboratively within a team. An understanding of how race, gender, and other factors shape conversations and experiences. A flexible schedule and willingness to work some hours outside of traditional business hours (i.e. mornings before 9 AM, evenings after 5 PM, and weekends). If you have the following experience or these skills, let us know. You don’t need them to be considered for the position, but you should be eager to learn them: Youth development training and experience. Experience in physical, athletics, or outdoor education with youth ages 5-18, including as a summer camp counselor or with summer camp management. Experience with event logistics and risk management. Program management and grant reporting. Financial program management, including monitoring, reporting, tracking expenditures, invoicing, and projections.   Working fluency in Spanish, ASL and/or Amharic. Working knowledge of bicycle maintenance, up to including flat repair, shifting and brake adjustments, and regular maintenance tasks needed for a bike fleet (complicated maintenance will be performed by a local bicycle shop).  Experience with Google Suite (Gmail, Chat, Drive, Sheets, Docs) and Salesforce. The candidate must be located in the Washington, DC area — while the majority of our staff are working from home, this position will require delivering in-person bicycle education. Currently all programming is delivered outside or online. WABA requires all staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or be eligible for an exemption as defined by the   District of Columbia Mayor’s Order 2021-099, Section III . SUPPORT There’s a lot of work to do! Here’s some of what’s available to help get it done: An established, successful program with over 10 years of experience delivering adult, youth, and family education across the region. A cohort of over 50 LCIs across the region that are passionate about getting folks on bikes. WABA’s Comms team is here to help you get the right messages to the right people. They assist staff with skill building in things like Salesforce and WordPress.  Support in becoming a League Cycling Instructor (LCI), including registration, memberships, and travel costs.  Support with the registration costs for the First Aid/CPR certification. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS This is a full time salaried exempt position with an expected salary range of $45,000 – $50,000.  One-to-one compensatory time in exchange for any additional hours worked. 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance premiums. Vacation, sick and personal leave, including: Accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation starting in your first year, with additional hours after two, five, and ten years of service. Accrue up to 160 hours annually of paid sick time starting in your first year. WABA supports and promotes the health of its staff. You may use accrued sick time for unscheduled leave when not feeling well (mind or body), as well as for scheduled medical appointments. Paid time off for holidays following the federal holiday calendar.  Eight (8) weeks paid parental leave and up to eight (8) weeks of additional parental leave from the DC Paid Family Leave act (based on eligibility). Immediate access to WABA’s 403(b) retirement program, with up to a 5% employer match after one-year of service. Optional commuter transit benefit (pre tax deduction) Optional voluntary benefits including life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability. A fun and relaxed workplace environment. Passionate, supportive colleagues who are dedicated to working together for our mission and seeing the impact of our work.  HOW TO APPLY Send a compelling, relevant cover letter and resume to jobs@waba.org with “Youth and Family Education Coordinator” in the subject line.   Applications are due by February 7, 2022   and we expect the position to start in March 2022.  WABA is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, arrest record or criminal convictions, political affiliation, sexual orientation or gender identity, disability, sex, or age. No phone calls please.

Does the thought of working with a network of passionate people across the public, private, and nonprofit sectors to advance a project that will change the way people in the region experience the outdoors excite you? Are you passionate about multi-use trails and expanding people’s access to trails for both recreation and transportation? The Washington Area Bicyclist Association (WABA) is looking for a Trails Coalition Coordinator to accelerate our efforts to complete the 881-mile Capital Trails Network by 2030. THE CAPITAL TRAILS COALITION The Capital Trails Coalition (CTC) is a collaboration of public and private organizations, agencies, and volunteers working to advance the completion of an interconnected network of multi-use trails for metropolitan Washington, DC. The Coalition convenes and coordinates among the public and private stakeholders who are critical to accomplishing the vision of an interconnected network. In addition, the Coalition continually works to identify trail funding, broaden the base of support, and cultivate widespread consensus that a capital trail network is a regional priority. The Coalition is managed by WABA and is currently staffed by one full-time employee, the Trails Coalition Manager. The Coalition is constantly growing, but is currently made up of 72 members and is led by a 15 person Steering Committee. TEAM The WABA Advocacy Team is a five-person team: we have an Advocacy Director, Organizing Manager, Vision Zero Manager, and Trails Coalition Manager, and the Trails Coalition Coordinator. This role will sit on WABA’s Advocacy Team and report to the Trails Coalition Manager. Our job is to work with community partners and residents to help create a just and sustainable transportation system. That means: Managing relationships with partner organizations and working with grassroots advocates across the region to support better places to bike, walk, and roll. Bringing people together through coalitions to build power and advance transportation equity. Supporting victims of traffic violence through WABA’s   Crash Reporting Tool   and elevating their voices through our work with   Families for Safe Streets .  Working with a diverse group of stakeholders, including government partners and agencies, to build a connected and equitably distributed multi-use trail network across the region.  JOB RESPONSIBILITIES The Trails Coalition Coordinator will assist the Trails Coalition Manager with the day-to-day operations of keeping the CTC up and running. A major role of the CTC is to serve as a convener and to facilitate meetings with our jurisdictional partners. A large part of this job will be to coordinate, organize, and run the Jurisdictional Working Group meetings. This will require close collaboration and frequent communication with the Trails Coalition Manager. Specific job duties include:  Coordinating and helping plan workshops, meetings, and events.  Assisting with meeting operations, including facilitation and note-taking. Managing the CTC website and social media platforms (Twitter and Facebook). Recruiting new CTC Members through a variety of means, including on-the-ground outreach (Farmer’s Markets, partner events, and community meetings). Supporting our existing members through attending meetings and assisting in events when appropriate. Developing new content for the website, including blog posts and newsletters.  Writing letters of support to local, state, or federal government partners. Working independently and collaboratively with partners from a variety of sectors. Other duties as assigned. QUA LIFICATIONS These core skills are essential to thriving in the role:  Confidence engaging professionally with leaders in the private and public sectors; Strong, sincere interpersonal and communications skills, both verbal and written; Professional experience facilitating meetings; Demonstrated administrative skills with keen attention to detail; Demonstrated experience keeping multiple projects organized and on track;  A commitment to inclusivity, and ability to work with colleagues and stakeholders across diverse cultures and backgrounds; and An enthusiastic commitment to   the Coalition’s position on   Equitable Trail Development .   If you have the following experience or these skills, let us know. You don’t need them to be considered for the position, but you should be eager to learn them: Experience developing PowerPoint presentations; Some familiarity with WordPress, Twitter, Google Suite (Gmail, Chat, Drive, Sheets, Docs), and Salesforce; An understanding of the intersections between transportation, justice, equity and sustainability; and Experience with political or policy organizing. The candidate must be located in the Washington, DC area — while the majority of our staff are working from home, this position will require attending some in-person meetings and site visits. We expect all staff will return to working in the office in early 2022.  WABA requires all staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or be eligible for an exemption as defined by the   District of Columbia Mayor’s Order 2021-099, Section III . SUPPORT WABA is a team that works closely together, both internally as well as with other stakeholders and community members. Here’s some of what’s available to help get it done: WABA’s Comms team is here to help you get the right messages to the right people. They assist staff with skill building in things like Salesforce and WordPress.  WABA’s Programs & Outreach team is already on the ground all across the Region providing in-person and online courses and webinars. They are also attending farmers markets and community events to foster and build relationships with community partners.  WABA’s development team engages with our WABA members and provides opportunities for people to come together and celebrate biking. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS This is an 18-month contract, with the possibility of extension depending on further funding. This is a full-time, salaried exempt position. The expected salary range is $45,000- $50,000. 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance premiums. Vacation, sick and personal leave, including: Accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation starting in your first year Accrue up to 160 hours of paid sick time starting in your first year. WABA supports and promotes the health of its staff. You may use accrued sick time for unscheduled leave when not feeling well (mind or body), as well as for scheduled medical appointments. Paid time off for holidays following the federal holiday calendar.  8 weeks paid parental leave and up to 8 weeks of additional parental leave from the DC Paid Family Leave Act (based on eligibility). Immediate access to WABA’s 403(b) retirement program, with up to a 5% employer match after one-year of service. Optional commuter transit benefit (pre tax deduction). Optional voluntary benefits including life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability. A fun and relaxed workplace environment. Passionate, supportive colleagues who are dedicated to working together for our mission and seeing the impact of our work.  HOW TO APPLY Send a compelling, relevant cover letter and resume to jobs@waba.org with “Trails Coalition Coordinator” in the subject line. We anticipate interviews will begin in early December with a start date in January.  The application period is open until   Wednesday, December 15th.  WABA is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, arrest record or criminal convictions, political affiliation, sexual orientation or gender identity, disability, sex, or age. No phone calls please.

Trail Ranger Operations Manager The Washington Area Bicyclist Association is looking for a Trail Ranger Operations Manager to help improve and champion world-class trails in the District. In collaboration with the Outreach Manager and led by the Trail Ranger and Outreach Director, the Operations Manager will run the nationally unique DC Trail Ranger Program. We are looking for someone with strong attention to logistical details, who loves collaboration, feedback and being wiling to try something new, and who can dream big and implement a trails program that prioritizes being inclusive, welcoming and supportive to trail users and staff. This position (and program!) includes a lot of different knowledge areas — we are not expecting new staff to know it all at the beginning, and the skills and strengths of everyone on the team will shape the particulars of how the program is run. The Trail Ranger Operations Manager is expected to begin January 11th, 2022. Pay will be $54,000 – $60,000 salaried with benefits. Fulfillment and year-over-year continuity of these positions is subject to funding. About the Trail Rangers Program WABA’s Trail Ranger Program aims to make the District trails welcoming and inclusive to all residents, frequently used, and in a state of good repair. The program encourages trail use through daily trail presence, community engagement, trail maintenance, and trail user assistance.  Trail Rangers cover paved multi-use trails within the District, including the Metropolitan Branch Trail, Anacostia River Trail, Marvin Gaye Trail, Oxon Run Trail, and connecting street routes. Trail Rangers act as trail ambassadors, offering a consistent and friendly presence to make the trails more enjoyable, inclusive and dependable for transportation and recreation.  Starting in 2022, the Trail Ranger Program will have full-time, year round staffing and operations (the program was seasonal for the previous nine years). Year round operation will enable WABA to have a professional trail team with ongoing training and skill development. WABA’s Trail Ranger Program contract with the District’s Urban Forestry Division goes through 2024, with possibilities of extension beyond 2024. These positions are contingent upon annual funding renewal.  You can learn more about the Trail Ranger program here. The Team The WABA Trail Ranger Team will be an eight person team: we will have a Trail Ranger and  Outreach Director, an Outreach Manager, an Operations Manager and five DC Trail Ranger field staff. Day-to-day management of the program will be done by the Operations and Outreach Managers with overall strategy and regional coordination by the Director. Team culture heavily values collaboration and mutual respect, with weekly all-staff team meetings and many decisions made or led by field staff. Individual Trail Rangers will report directly to either the Operations or Outreach Manager. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Implement the DC Trail Ranger Program:   In collaboration with the Trail Ranger Outreach Manager, you’ll run the Trail Ranger program, including directly supervising two full-time Trail Ranger staff with a lense towards managing for diversity, equity and inclusion. You’ll also do some Trail Rangers shifts, and be responsible for completing program reporting and invoicing.  Manage the Trail Ranger Program’s field operations and protocols:   Your role will focus on program operations, including shift scheduling, managing tool and fleet bike maintenance, and issue reporting. You’ll also manage and determine DC Trail Ranger protocols for staff safety, risk mitigation, trail conditions, and the ecological health of the District.  Trail maintenance coordination:   You’ll work with the Trail Rangers to track the big-picture maintenance conditions of DC trails, ensure the program is compliant with District Department of Transportation’s (DDOT) maintenance standards, and be the primary point of contact for complicated and/or multi-agency projects. This includes collaborating with the DDOT on trail projects and annual trail condition audits. You’ll also help develop WABA’s networks and relationships with other non-profit organizations, businesses, elected public officials, governmental agencies, and community leaders in the trail corridors. This position will be based from WABA’s Adams Morgan office. QUALIFICATIONS You should apply if you meet at least 70% of the following required and 1+ of the useful criteria (Ie We would love to consider you as a candidate and don’t expect staff to know everything on day one! Give us your best pitch of how your professional and/or personal experience fits the job qualifications and the role in your cover letter): Required : One to three years experience in operations management, including shift scheduling, stock management, invoicing, database tracking (could include: food and retail service, small business management, maintenance operations, and more) One or more years of staff management experience, including mentoring, developing, and evaluating employees. Experience with grant program management and reporting. Financial program management, including monitoring, reporting, tracking expenditures, invoicing, and projections.   Enthusiastic, sincere interpersonal and communications skills, both informal and written, including active listening and learning.  The ability to organize time wisely and balance many projects in a relaxed, fun environment. A flexible schedule and willingness to work some outside of traditional business hours (i.e. mornings before 9 AM, evenings after 5 PM, and weekends). A proven track record for being dependable, timely, and communicative. Proven track record for working collaboratively within a team A commitment to respect, include, and be kind to all. Creative problem-solving skills and capacity to innovate. An understanding of how race, gender, and other factors shape conversations and experiences, and how climate and transportation justice are connected to a trails program.  The willingness to continually learn more about trails, neighborhood history and the many different cultural competencies necessary for working in the DC region. A strong commitment to   WABA ’s mission, vision, and diversity, inclusion and equity goals. Be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or be eligible for an exemption as defined by the   District of Columbia Mayor’s Order 2021-099, Section III .  Useful experience and skills: Lived experience with our program trails, and the nearby neighbors and neighborhoods, especially near Marvin Gaye and Oxon Run trails. Street smarts. By which we mean knowledge to make nuanced decisions and support field staff as is necessary in a field program including recognizing hate language in graffiti, what might be at play in perceived threats to trail users and/or which options are safest for engaging angry members of the public.  Working fluency in Spanish, ASL and/or Amharic. Experience working in or managing a multi-lingual, including mixed Deaf and hearing, work environment.  Experience with a field-based operations team, especially on bicycles.  Experience with Google Suite (Gmail, Chat, Drive, Sheets, Docs) and Salesforce. Working knowledge of bicycle maintenance, up to including flat repair, shifting adjustments, hydraulic brake maintenance, and regular maintenance tasks needed for a bike fleet (complicated maintenance will be performed by a local bicycle shop).  Trained or formal experience with mid-Atlantic ecology, and invasive and native plant identification.  Experience with paved multi-use trail or park maintenance operations.  Experience with urban watershed restoration and management.  Previous experience as a DC Trail Ranger.  District residency is preferred.  SUPPORT There’s a lot of work to do! Here’s some of what’s available to help get it done: Nine years of Trail Ranger program institutional knowledge, tools and protocols.   WABA’s Programs team is already on the ground all across the District. Existing operations relationships to DDOT, other District and regional entities, including the 60+ members of the Capital Trails Coalition.  An inclusive, collaborative professional team environment. We’re setup as an   intersectional   outreach program that recognizes the multitudes of identities and promotes diversity, inclusion, and equity for employees and the public. BENEFITS This is a full time salaried exempt position with one-to-one compensatory time in exchange for any additional hours worked. The expected salary range is $54,000 – $60,000.  100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance premiums. Vacation, sick and personal leave, including: Accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation starting in your first year, with additional hours after two, five, and ten years of service. Accrue up to 160 hours annually of paid sick time starting in your first year. WABA supports and promotes the health of its staff. You may use accrued sick time for unscheduled leave when not feeling well (mind or body), as well as for scheduled medical appointments. Paid time off for holidays following the federal holiday calendar.  8 weeks paid parental leave and up to 8 weeks of additional parental leave from the DC Paid Family Leave act (based on eligibility). Immediate access to WABA’s 403(b) retirement program, with up to a 5% employer match after one-year of service. Optional commuter transit benefit (pre tax deduction) Optional voluntary benefits including life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability. A fun and relaxed workplace environment. Passionate, supportive colleagues who are dedicated to working together for our mission and seeing the impact of our work.  COVID-19 Operational Staff Safety Plan: WABA expects that some COVID-19 precautions will be necessary for the 2022 season and potentially beyond. The health of staff and trail users is a top priority.  Properly worn quality masks may be required on the job, except for distanced water and snack breaks. Masks will be provided when necessary.  The majority of Trail Ranger work will be performed outside.  APPLY Send a cover letter and resume to   jobs@waba.org   with “Trail Ranger Operations Manager” in the subject line. Please make sure your application illustrates how you meet the qualifications for the job and what additional skills you would bring to the program.  Applications are due by December 8th, 2021 and we expect the positions to start e January 11th, 2022.  No phone calls please. EEO Statement: WABA is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, arrest record or criminal convictions, political affiliation, sexual orientation or gender identity, disability, sex, or age.

DC Trail Rangers Do you love being outdoors and connecting with people? Want to be part of a collaborative trail team in DC, and be paid to engage with folks about trails and fix trails? The Washington Area Bicyclist Association (WABA) is looking for passionate and energetic professional trail champions with a wide range of skills and experiences for our permanent   Trail Ranger Team . We are looking to hire five dependable and thoughtful people who can grow into their roles. Beyond this, there is not a standard job history, experience of biking, years of experience or skills set that made previous Trail Rangers successful. This position (and program!) includes a lot of different knowledge areas — we are not expecting new staff to know it all at the beginning, and the skills and strengths of everyone on the team will shape some particulars of how the program is run.  These positions are expected to begin January 18th, 2022. Pay will be $45,760 annual salary, and benefits. These positions are permanent full-time opportunities, with five day, 8 hour per shift work weeks. A standard work week will be either Tuesday through Saturday or Sunday through Thursday for individual staff. Shifts will vary in start time to ensure varied trail presence, more details are included below.  About the Trail Rangers Program WABA’s Trail Ranger Program aims to make the District trails welcoming and inclusive to all residents, frequently used, and in a state of good repair. The program encourages trail use through daily trail presence, community engagement, trail maintenance, and trail user assistance.  Trail Rangers cover paved multi-use trails within the District, including the Metropolitan Branch Trail, Anacostia River Trail, Marvin Gaye Trail, Oxon Run Trail, and connecting street routes. Trail Rangers act as trail ambassadors, offering a consistent and friendly presence to make the trails more enjoyable, inclusive and dependable for transportation and recreation.  Starting in 2022, the Trail Ranger Program will have full-time, year round staffing and operations (the program was seasonal for the previous nine years). Year round operation will enable WABA to have a professional trail team with ongoing training and skill development. WABA’s Trail Ranger Program contract with the District’s Urban Forestry Division goes through 2024, with possibilities of extension beyond 2024. These positions are contingent upon annual funding renewal.  You can learn more about the Trail Ranger program here. The Team The WABA Trail Ranger Team will be an eight person team: we will have a Trail Ranger and  Outreach Director, an Outreach Manager, an Operations Manager and five DC Trail Ranger field staff. Day-to-day management of the program will be done by the Operations and Outreach Managers with overall strategy and regional coordination by the Director. Team culture heavily values collaboration and mutual respect, with weekly all-staff team meetings and many decisions made or led by field staff. Individual Trail Rangers will report directly to either the Operations or Outreach Manager. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Spend the majority of your work hours outside, biking on or between trails year-round (except during thunderstorms, very cold days, and other hazardous conditions). Work eight-hour shifts with a partner, riding electric-assist cargo bikes at a relaxed, conversational pace. Collaborate with your team members to determine daily priorities and share program information. Support and encourage trail use with friendly and helpful trail presence, regular maintenance efforts and consistent outreach events. Help lower barriers to bicycling, build community, and build a more robust trail network. Run trail cleanups, and a variety of programming and community events with the Outreach and Operations Managers, including outside and inside programming. Perform trail condition inspections and trail corridor maintenance, including pruning branches, gathering trash, and removing obstructions. Track outreach and maintenance work in Google Sheets and Salesforce. This position will be based from WABA’s Adams Morgan office. QUALIFICATIONS We would love to consider you as a candidate and don’t expect staff to know everything on day one! Give us your best pitch of how your professional and/or personal experience fits the job qualifications and the role in your cover letter: Trail Rangers must have: A proven track record for being dependable, timely, and communicative. The willingness to be positive and engaging in a public setting. The willingness and enthusiasm to work in a collaborative team and as a proactive, self starter.  The capacity to be available for 40 hours per week in 8 hour shifts with weekday and weekend availability. Shifts are generally: 6:30 am – 2:30 pm, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm or 11:00 am – 7:00 pm on weekdays. 9:00 am – 5:00 pm for Saturday or Sunday shifts. Individual Trail Rangers will either work Tuesday to Saturday or Sunday to Thursdays. A commitment to being a safe and exemplary bicyclist. A commitment to respect, include, and be kind to all. An understanding of how race, gender, and other factors shape conversations and experiences.   The willingness to continually learn more about trails, neighborhood history and the many different cultural competencies necessary for working in the DC region. The ability to ride a bike, with a willingness to ride in mixed city traffic and off-street trails. Be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or be eligible for an exemption as defined by the   District of Columbia Mayor’s Order 2021-099, Section III . Additional qualifications and experience that are helpful but not required: Lived experience with our program trails, and the nearby neighbors and neighborhoods, especially near Marvin Gaye Trail, Anacostia Park, and Oxon Run Trail. A proven track record for working collaboratively within a team. Excellent communication skills in informal settings and across lines of difference. Creative problem-solving skills and capacity to innovate. The ability to prioritize and a thoughtful attention to detail. Street smarts. By which we mean knowledge to make nuanced decisions while doing a field-based job, including recognizing hate language in graffiti, what might be at play in perceived threats to trail users and/or which options are safest for engaging angry members of the public.  Experience working in a multi-lingual, including mixed Deaf and hearing, work environment Basic computer skills. Experience with Google Suite (Gmail, Chat, Drive, Sheets, Docs) and our Salesforce database.  District residency is preferred.  As a team based program, we are looking for one or more employees to have: Amateur or formal experience in mid-Atlantic plant identification and ecology, and native plant restoration.  Working fluency in Spanish, ASL and/or Amharic. Previous experience as a DC Trail Ranger.  Working knowledge of bicycle maintenance, up to and including flat repair, shifting adjustments, hydraulic brake maintenance, and regular maintenance tasks needed for the Tern fleet bikes (complicated maintenance will be performed by a local bicycle shop). SUPPORT There’s a lot of work to do! Here’s some of what’s available to help get it done: Orientation and team management that prioritizes your well-being, including training in preventing common bicycling injuries. Doing our best to have a consistent schedule that respects your time and outside obligations.  Providing all the tools, bikes and materials needed to perform the job, including Tern electric cargo bikes. Nine years of institutional knowledge in running the DC Trail Ranger program.  Teaching you the skills necessary for the job (urban bike riding, basic trail maintenance, basic bike maintenance, how to do field outreach, Salesforce). An inclusive, collaborative professional team environment.  We’re setup as an   intersectional   outreach program that recognizes the multitudes of identities and promotes diversity, inclusion, and equity for employees and the public. WABA’s other Outreach Program staff for knowledge sharing and collaboration.  A lot of other events and resources by WABA and trail partners to chat with trail users about.  BENEFITS These are full-time, salaried non-exempt positions. The expected salary is $45,760. 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance premiums. Vacation, sick and personal leave, including: Accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation starting in your first year, with additional hours after two, five, and ten years of service. Accrue up to 160 hours annually of paid sick time starting in your first year. WABA supports and promotes the health of its staff. You may use accrued sick time for unscheduled leave when not feeling well (mind or body), as well as for scheduled medical appointments. Paid time off for holidays following the federal holiday calendar.  8 weeks paid parental leave and up to 8 weeks of additional parental leave from the DC Paid Family Leave act (based on eligibility). Immediate access to WABA’s 403(b) retirement program, with up to a 5% employer match after one-year of service. Optional commuter transit benefit (pre tax deduction) Optional voluntary benefits including life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability. A fun and relaxed workplace environment. Passionate, supportive colleagues who are dedicated to working together for our mission and seeing the impact of our work.  COVID-19 Operational Staff Safety Plan: WABA expects that some COVID-19 precautions will be necessary for the 2022 season and potentially beyond. The health of staff and trail users is a top priority.  Properly worn quality masks may be required on the job, except for distanced water and snack breaks. Masks will be provided when necessary.  The majority of Trail Ranger work will be performed outside.  APPLY Please email a cover letter and resume to jobs@waba.org with “DC Trail Ranger” as the subject line. Please make sure your application illustrates how you meet the qualifications for the job and what additional skills you would bring to the team. Applications are due by December 8th, 2021 and we expect the positions to start January 18th, 2022.  Here are some helpful resources as you prepare your job application materials:   compilation of resources   and   resume basics . EEO Statement: WABA is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, arrest record or criminal convictions, political affiliation, sexual orientation or gender identity, disability, sex, or age.

2021 DDOT Internship Program The intern will be developing a maintenance needs inventory and plan for the District's priority bikeway nework. There are over 60 miles of multi-use trails for bicyclists and pedestrian throughout the District, and over 16 miles of protected bike lanes. This network crosses jurisdictional boundaries between the District Department of Transportatation, National Park Service ad other government agencies and private entities. Trails and protected bike lanes through tthe District have different maintenance needs.   Project Description: The Active Transportation Branch of DDOT's Planning and Sustainability Division needs a document that identified the bikeways in the District, the entity responsible for maintenance, the maintenance needs of each facility, and an identified maintenance division for each facility. The intern will review existing Memorandums of Understanding, easement, and other documents between DDOT and other groups to identify maintenance responsibility and needs throught the District. The intern will, with support from DDOT staff, be responsible for calling other agencies and DDOT divisions and documenting maintenance plans and needs. The intern will research and document other city bikeway maintenance plans, practicies, and costs. The intern will be expected to deliver a draft and final "DC Bikeway Maintenance Work Plan" document. The document will include a summary of the trail and protected bike lane maintenance needs and responsibilty for the entire network of trails in DC, including visual references such as maps and pictures. The document will also reference best practices from other peer cities.   Intern Skills - The preferred candidates should ahve general knowledge of transportation planning or transportation engineering. - Experience in reseach and analysis skills. - Proficiency in presentation, visual display and communication of data, including GIS. - Proficiency with the Microsoft Suite (Word, Powerpoint, and Excel)   Educational Background - Graduate students in civil or environmental engineering, public policy or urban planning are preferred.   Biweekly stipends of $1,600. Applications due March 12th To apply visit   www.hutrc.org/internships This internship will work with WABA but is with DDOT through HUTRC. Only posted by the WABA account to help share and recruit a great candidate pool! 

Do you love being outdoors and connecting with people? Want to be part of a collaborative trail team in DC this summer, and be paid to engage with folks about trails and fix trails? The Washington Area Bicyclist Association (WABA) is looking for two passionate and energetic professional trail champions with a wide range of skills and experiences for our 2021   Trail Ranger Team . We are looking to hire two dependable and thoughtful people. Beyond this, there is not a standard job history, experience of biking, years of experience or skills set for previously successful Trail Rangers.  These positions are expected to begin April 29th and will end on September 30th, 2021. Pay will be $18.50 per hour for new Trail Rangers, and $19.00 per hour for returning Trail Rangers. These positions are seasonal, full-time opportunities. Shifts will still vary in start time, and will be scheduled on weekdays and weekends.  About the Trail Rangers Program WABA’s Trail Ranger program encourages trail use through daily trail presence, community engagement, trail maintenance, and trail user assistance. Reporting to our Outreach Manager, Trail Rangers cover trails within the District, including the Metropolitan Branch Trail, Anacostia River Trail, Marvin Gaye Trail, Oxon Run Trail, and connecting street routes. Trail Rangers act as trail ambassadors, offering a consistent and friendly presence from May through September to make the trails more approachable, enjoyable, and dependable for transportation and recreation. Intangible benefits include: working outside on those perfect spring days, getting to know your city better through talking with neighbors, and appreciation from fellow trail users.  You can learn more about the Trail Ranger program here. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Spend the majority of your work hours outside, biking on or between trails (except during thunderstorms and other hazardous conditions). Work in shifts with a partner riding electric-assist cargo bikes at a relaxed, conversational pace on an 8 hour shift. Collaborate with your team member to determine daily priorities and share program information.  Support and encourage trail use with friendly and helpful trail presence, regular maintenance efforts and consistent outreach events. Help lower barriers to bicycling, build community, and build a more robust trail network. Run cleanups and community events with the program coordinator (currently paused, subject to Covid-19 precautions and community spread). Perform trail condition inspections and trail corridor maintenance, including pruning branches, gathering trash, and removing obstructions. QUALIFICATIONS Trail Rangers must have: A proven track record for being dependable, timely, and communicative. The willingness to be positive and engaging in a public setting. The willingness and enthusiasm to work in a collaborative team and as a proactive, self starter.  The capacity to be available for 40 hours per week in 8 hour shifts with weekday and weekend availability. Shifts are generally: 6:30 am – 2:30 pm or 11:00 am – 7:00 pm on weekdays. 9:00 am – 5:00 pm on weekends. A commitment to work April 29th to September 30th, 2021. The ability to ride a bike with a willingness to ride in mixed city traffic and off-street trails. A commitment to being a safe and exemplary bicyclist. A commitment to respect, include, and be kind to all. An understanding of how race, gender, and other factors shape conversations and experiences.  The willingness to further their knowledge of trail and neighborhood history. Additional qualifications and experience that are helpful but not required: A proven track record for working collaboratively within a team. Excellent communication skills in informal settings and across lines of difference. Creative problem-solving skills and capacity to innovate. The ability to prioritize and a thoughtful attention to detail. Lived experience with our program trails and the surrounding neighborhoods. Working knowledge of basic bicycle maintenance including patching a flat tire and adjusting brakes. Fluency in Spanish, ASL and/or Amharic a strong plus. SUPPORT WABA is committed to: Teaching you the skills necessary for the job (urban bike riding, basic trail maintenance, basic bike maintenance, how to do bicycle outreach). Ensuring an inclusive, collaborative professional team environment. Run an   intersectional   outreach program that recognizes the multitudes of identities and promotes diversity, inclusion, and equity for employees and the public. Orientation and team management that prioritizes your well-being, including training in preventing common biking injuries. Doing our best to have a consistent schedule that respects your time and outside obligations.  Providing all the tools, bikes and materials needed to perform the job, including electric cargo bikes. Benefits This is a full-time,   non-exempt , temporary position from April 29th to September 30th 2021. Wages will be $18.50 an hour for new Trail Rangers and $19.00 for returning Trail Rangers.  100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance premiums from May 1st to September 30th.  Sick, holiday, and funeral leave. Employees will accrue 8 hours sick leave per month, and have paid time off for every federal holiday during employment.  WABA supports and promotes the health of it’s staff. You may use accrued sick time for unscheduled leave when not feeling well (mind or body), as well as for scheduled medical appointments. Optional commuter transit benefit (pre tax deduction). A fun and relaxed workplace environment. Passionate, supportive colleagues who are dedicated to working together for our mission and seeing the impact of our work.  COVID-19 Operational Staff Safety Plan: WABA expects that COVID-19 precautions will be necessary for all of the 2021 season. Properly worn quality masks will be required on the job at all times, except for distanced water and snack breaks. KN95s and surgical masks will be provided.  The majority of Trail Ranger work will be performed outside, with minimal inside work. Shift setup and breakdown will be staggered between employees to avoid sharing air space.  Trail Rangers should expect to see limited other WABA staff in the office, but they will be working in a separately-ventilated space.  APPLY This position is full-time from April 29, 2021 through September 30, 2021 for 40 hours per week.  Please email a cover letter and resume to jobs@waba.org with “Trail Ranger” as the subject line. Please make sure your application illustrates how you meet the qualifications for the job and what additional skills you would bring to the team.  Here are some helpful resources as you prepare your job application materials:   compilation of resources   and   resume basics .     Applications will be accepted until March 15th though candidates are strongly encouraged to apply earlier and a first round of decisions will be made on March 1st. Phone interviews will begin March 25th, hiring decisions will be made by April 16th and team orientation will begin April 29th.  WABA is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, arrest record or criminal convictions, political affiliation, sexual orientation or gender identity, disability, sex, or age.