Park Planning Associate

Overview
Help us Grow! Riverfront Recapture’s new Park Planning Associate position offers a unique entry-level opportunity to contribute to the development and management of park projects along the Connecticut River. In this full-time role, you’ll assist the Director of Park Planning & Development with tasks like managing permits, overseeing contracts, and coordinating with government agencies and stakeholders on park development initiatives. You’ll also gain hands-on experience in the challenges of developing infrastructure in floodplain environments. This role is perfect for someone with a background in environmental science, ecology, planning, or construction project management who is eager to learn, collaborate, and help enhance public green spaces. Benefits include health insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) with employer match, plus a dynamic work environment split between the office and outdoors in the park system.

Responsibilities

• Support Director of Park Planning & Development and Riverfront’s partners in creating and advancing long term strategic plan for park development
• Oversight, understanding, and management of permit and contract compliance including but not limited to, regulatory permits, environmental mitigation, funding agreements, and construction contracts
• Manage specific park development projects as assigned
• Active involvement in Riverfront’s efforts to strengthen relationship with government agencies
• Serve as liaison to various stakeholders including state and town regulatory agencies focused on park development and regional alternative transportation projects
• Collaborate with colleagues to prepare and submit reports to various entities
• Willingness to learn about the Riverfront Parks and the challenges of developing public infrastructure in a floodplain environment
• Willingness to take on new tasks as opportunities arise
• Assist, when necessary and directed, with Riverfront Recapture programs and activities

Requirements

• Well versed in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Powerpoint for the development of project reports
• Ability to clearly communicate thru phone calls, emails, and text messaging with Riverfront Recapture staff, consultants, vendors, community leaders, and other project contacts
• Excellent writing skills to provide clear communication of Riverfront Recapture’s plans and goals
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks to keep projects on schedule and meet deadlines
• Ability to read, understand, and create maps and plans related to park development
• GIS and CAD skills a plus

If you are passionate about project management and eager to contribute to impactful initiatives, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Hartford, CT 06106 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Hartford, CT 06106: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60,000 - $70,000