Seasonal Regional Planner II Summer 2024

at  DCR Engineering and Planning

About the Department of Conservation and Recreation:
The Department of Conservation and Recreation manages one of the largest and most diverse state parks systems in the nation and protects and enhances natural resources and outdoor recreational opportunities throughout Massachusetts. The DCR system includes over 450,000 acres of parks, forests, water supply protection lands, beaches, lakes, ponds, playgrounds, swimming pools, golf courses, skating rinks, and parkways. Among our most popular and heavily used facilities are our nearly 3,000 miles of natural surface trails and forest roads that make of the trail systems of our significant State Parks and Forests.
The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks qualified applicants for the position of Long-Term Seasonal MassTrails Planner.
The MassTrails Program provides resources, technical assistance, and grant awards to communities in its work to build out the state’s network of shared-use paths and trails across the Commonwealth. MassTrails Grants provide funding for the design, construction, and maintenance of recreational trails and shared-use pathway projects. As a part of its outreach and community coordination, MassTrails also organizes the statewide biennial MassTrails Conference which attracts 300-400 participants and spans several days, concluding with one all-day plenary session with a keynote speaker and concurrent presentations throughout the day.
The MassTrails Planner will report to the MassTrails Director but will work with the entire MassTrails team to assist with grant program administration, the planning and implementation of the MassTrails Conference, and other duties related to the MassTrails Program.
Position Information:
03/31/24 to 10/26/24

Specific duties include

• Assist with all MassTrails Grant Program initiatives to forward the goal of building out a diverse and inclusive network of trails across the Commonwealth. This includes but is not limited to production of resources, planning and development of administrative and technical assistance, stakeholder support, community outreach, marketing initiatives, and program advocacy.
• Coordination and tracking of all aspects of the MassTrails Grants Program under the direction of the Grants Program Manager, including annual solicitation, application review, awards, grant tracking, and grant reporting from initiation through closeout.
• Coordinate the planning, marketing, and execution of the MassTrails Conference, to be held in late October 2024. This involves working with the Conference Planning Committee, communicating with the event planning consultant, brainstorming, and organizing indoor and outdoor workshops and presentations, budgeting, logistics, event marketing, communications, and in-person participation.
• Provide support to staff in the DCR Trails and Greenways section to manage trails projects, most commonly internal and external grant-funded projects which intersect with DCR land.
• Use MS Office Suite to accomplish tasks related to the above listed duties. A strong knowledge of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint are required.
• Other related duties as required and assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Entrance Requirements:

• Administrative experience in program management support.
• Experience in planning and execution of mid- to large-scale conference-style events.
• Adept at research, data analysis, and communication of data in a succinct, concise manner.
• Ability to prioritize, manage, and execute multiple administrative tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to speak and write clearly and to communicate effectively with staff, stakeholders, and the general public.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Special Requirements:

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Undergraduate degree in Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Recreation Ecology, Forestry, or Planning; or an undergraduate degree in Business Administration with an aptitude for outdoor recreational activities and programs.
• Knowledge of natural surface trails and shared-use pathways.
• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite software, especially Acrobat, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with others.
• Ability to work outdoors year-round under varying climatic conditions, traverse uneven terrain, and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Willingness to travel throughout the Commonwealth, spend 1-2 days a week in the field as weather permits and as duties may require.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER. FEMALES, MINORITIES, VETERANS, AND PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don’t meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.
Official Title: Regional Planner II
Primary Location: United States-Massachusetts
Job: Planning
Agency: Department of Conservation & Recreation
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: Day
Job Posting: Feb 29, 2024, 7:01:08 AM
Number of Openings: 1
Salary: 2,592.80 Biweekly
If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator: Moneesha Dasgupta - 6176450358
Bargaining Unit: 09-MOSES - Engineers/Scientists
Confidential: No
Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule: Ye

• Assist with all MassTrails Grant Program initiatives to forward the goal of building out a diverse and inclusive network of trails across the Commonwealth. This includes but is not limited to production of resources, planning and development of administrative and technical assistance, stakeholder support, community outreach, marketing initiatives, and program advocacy.
• Coordination and tracking of all aspects of the MassTrails Grants Program under the direction of the Grants Program Manager, including annual solicitation, application review, awards, grant tracking, and grant reporting from initiation through closeout.
• Coordinate the planning, marketing, and execution of the MassTrails Conference, to be held in late October 2024. This involves working with the Conference Planning Committee, communicating with the event planning consultant, brainstorming, and organizing indoor and outdoor workshops and presentations, budgeting, logistics, event marketing, communications, and in-person participation.
• Provide support to staff in the DCR Trails and Greenways section to manage trails projects, most commonly internal and external grant-funded projects which intersect with DCR land.
• Use MS Office Suite to accomplish tasks related to the above listed duties. A strong knowledge of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint are required.
• Other related duties as required and assigned