Program Associate (full-time, non-exempt)

Program Associate (Full-time, non-exempt)

Who We Are:

Active San Gabriel Valley (ActiveSGV) is a community-based environmental justice and public health non-profit headquartered in El Monte, CA. Our mission is to create a more sustainable, equitable, and livable San Gabriel Valley. We envision a San Gabriel Valley where people of all ages, incomes, abilities, and backgrounds have the opportunity to thrive and where decision-making accounts for the needs of current and future generations. Where local and regional investments help address our most pressing challenges, including the climate crisis, housing affordability, and inequity. Where elected leadership reflects and accurately represents one of the United States’ most diverse regions. Where communities pilot best practices in public policy, health, sustainability, and governance.

The San Gabriel Valley is more vital by creating quality jobs, living wages, employment mobility, a strong economy, clean water and air, accessible parks, stable and affordable housing, safe and efficient transportation, and a healthy built environment that supports sustainability. As such, ActiveSGV is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our work, aiming to eliminate barriers so our communities can lead happier, healthier lives.

ActiveSGV strives to make our commitment evident across all levels: in our organizational structure, policies, advisory board, staff, volunteers, donors, goals, and vision. We welcome people of all backgrounds and aim to maintain a culture of respect, openness, learning, integrity, honesty, and a sense of fun.

Learn more at www.activesgv.org

Job Description

ActiveSGV seeks a highly motivated Program Associate to support the organization's projects and outreach to communities of focus in the San Gabriel Valley. Under the direction of the Program Director, the Program Associate will support ActiveSGV’s outreach efforts for projects, programs, and services to advance the organization's mission. Individuals must be organized and prioritize workload; have experience in organizing and coordinating events; be self-motivated, with the ability to work effectively in both independent and team environments; possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to interact positively and effectively with colleagues, city staff and elected officials, corporate and philanthropic representatives, and community members; be comfortable working in a fast-paced, project-driven work environment; be able to work respectfully with people of all cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds; be willing to take public and active transit for work business, and be passionate about the organization's focus area.

This position will assist the Project Manager with planning, organizing, implementing, and accomplishing day-to-day operations of their assigned projects, including community outreach and engagement for community tree planting and maintenance, volunteer recruitment and coordination, and data collection within the San Gabriel Valley.

Required Qualifications:

Project Planning

• Assist in planning, organizing, and conducting outreach programs, community events, and workshops to promote event participation or provide educational information (e.g., urban forestry volunteer events, community tree giveaways, etc).
• Assist in coordinating and hosting information booths at community events such as farmer’s markets, 5k runs/walks, health festivals, wellness fairs, etc.
• Assist in developing effective outreach and communication strategies to engage with the community, stakeholders, and potential partners.
• Assist in the development of presentations and reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Conduct research to identify community needs, interests, and engagement opportunities.
• Support the creation of outreach materials, such as flyers, newsletters, and social media content, to effectively communicate with the community.

Community Outreach

• Assist in the development and implementation of community outreach and engagement strategies.
• Coordinates and participates in community events, meetings, workshops, and presentations.
• Undertakes speaking engagements and presentations at community meetings, events, workshops, etc.

Community canvassing

• Conducts door-to-door outreach
• Participates in phone and text banking efforts
• Distributes collateral materials at community events/destinations
• Other duties as assigned

This position will offer a hybrid of remote and in-person work, in the office, work from home, and in the field. ActiveSGV strives to meet the community where they feel comfortable and conducts outreach in places and spaces convenient for the public. As a result, evening and weekend events and outreach are involved with this position.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience working on grassroots advocacy campaigns and community events with youth and underserved populations is preferred.
• Knowledge of issues, legislation, plans, and programs related to sustainable transportation alternatives, environmental justice, public health and safety, economic development, human rights, sustainable living, green infrastructure, recreation opportunities, nutrition, and physical activity.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and motivate volunteers.
• Familiarity and comfort with conducting community outreach and engagement activities.

Physical Job Requirements

• Work demands physical energy, twisting, safe heavy lifting ability, and hand-to-eye coordination.
• Uses machines, equipment, and work tools, including but not limited to shovels, breaker bars, rakes, brooms, general hand tools, lift gates, water tanks, blowers, and auger drills.
• Must be able to lift 30 pounds.
• Must be able to load and unload 15-gallon trees from a stake bed truck.
• Must be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a day.
• Must withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work assignments, i.e., rain, heat, sun, and cold.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods.

It would be great if you also had…

• Strong ties and roots in the San Gabriel Valley region.
• Experience with tree planting, maintenance, and care.
• Lived experience that enables an understanding of poverty and systems of oppression.
• Ability to ride a bicycle or a willingness to learn how to do so.
• Commitment to ActiveSGV’s mission and values.

Personal Characteristics & Skills

• Able to work independently, set, manage, and meet goals, outcomes, and deadlines, with impeccable organizational skills and consistent follow-through.
• Tactful and highly persuasive, with good judgment, enthusiasm, energy, and a positive outlook.
• Willingness to lead by example by utilizing sustainable forms of transportation, zero-waste practices (e.g., using reusable water bottles), and promoting healthy lifestyles.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, especially public speaking.
• An effective team player who can draw out leadership capabilities in others.

This is a grant-funded position with an end date of August 30, 2026.

This is a non-exempt, hourly position with an annual salary of $51,609 - $67,382. The appropriate salary level is determined by reviewing relevant experience and qualifications and how they compare to stages within the range. The starting hourly pay for this position is $32.00/hr. ($53,248 annually). Compensation includes a generous benefits package, including healthcare and dental insurance, 16 holidays, paid sick time, a professional development stipend, a wellness stipend, a 32-hour work week, and a 403b retirement plan.

At ActiveSGV, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information or characteristics, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.