COMPLETE STREETS FELLOW
The National Complete Streets Coalition is seeking a Complete Streets Fellow to work with a diverse coalition of prominent national organizations working for the adoption of complete streets policies across the country. This is an tremendous opportunity for a recent graduate to take on significant responsibility while learning about transportation reform issues and working directly with a variety of well-known leaders and organizations in the field. The National Complete Streets Coalition is working for adoption and implementation of Complete Streets policies at the federal, state, and local level. Complete streets are designed and operated to enable safe access for all users. Pedestrians, bicyclists, motorists and transit riders of all ages and abilities are able to safely move along and across a complete street. Active Coalition members include Smart Growth America, AARP, the Institute of Transportation Engineers, the American Planning Association, the League of American Bicyclists, the American Public Transportation Association, and many others (see the 'Who We Are' page).
To find out more about complete streets visit www.completestreets .org. The Coalition shares office space and is staffed by Smart Growth America.
Responsibilities will include:
* Research and analysis of current and forthcoming complete streets policies around the country
* Assist with local workshops to help communities across the country develop and implement
complete streets policies
* Research and write fact sheets and other material on the benefits of complete streets
* Assist in writing editing and disseminating the monthly newsletter
* Development of content and maintenance of the website and web-based resources
* General administrative tasks including mailing, event planning, database management, etc.
Requirements: The candidate should have a strong interest in smart growth, transportation issues, or related areas. Candidates should have at least a bachelor?s degree and either and educational background or work experience in urban planning, environmental studies, public policy, or a related field. This position requires a self-motivated and detail-oriented person with excellent organizational skills. The candidate should be able to work independently with minimal supervision. Candidates must have exemplary research and writing skills, and an ability to synthesize diverse material. The candidate should be highly computer literate with specific experience in website maintenance, web research, database management, and using the Microsoft Office suite of programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Knowledge of InDesign or graphics software, html, css, Joomla! and/or other open source web interfaces are a definite plus.
Compensation: The Fellowship comes with a stipend of $1,800 per month. He or she will receive five days of paid sick leave or vacation and will have paid leave on all federal holidays that occur within their tenure at SGA.
Health benefits will not be offered.
Timeframe: Full-time, forty hours a week for six months. This position will very likely lead to full-time, permanent employment with the National Complete Streets Coalition.
How to Apply: Interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume, short writing sample and 3 references to Stephanie Potts at info@completestreet s.org. Interviews will be held on a rolling basis so it's best to get your application in early.
Equal Opportunity Employment: SGA is an equal opportunity employer.
People of color are strongly encouraged to apply.
National Complete Streets Coalition
1707 L St NW, Suite 1050
Washington, DC 20036
(202) 207-3355
info@completestreet s.org
www.completestreets .org
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