About the Chesapeake Bay Foundation
Established in 1966, the Chesapeake Bay Foundation (CBF) is the largest regional nonprofit conservation organization dedicated to saving the Chesapeake Bay, its rivers and streams, and the wildlife that call it home through education, advocacy, litigation, and restoration. Since 2010, CBF has engaged in a focused effort to defend and implement the Chesapeake Clean Water Blueprint, a binding federal and state collaborative agreement aimed at reducing pollution to the science-based, legally-affirmed levels established by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The Blueprint is expected to be fully implemented by 2025. If the states and the federal government achieve Blueprint goals, the Bay will finally—after decades of failed efforts—be removed from the Clean Water Act's impaired waters list. Successfully implementing the Blueprint depends on a well-informed, engaged, active, and diverse constituency of members, advocates, and volunteers who speak up and take action to save the Bay.
CBF has a staff of approximately 230 employees working in offices in Annapolis, Maryland; Richmond and Virginia Beach, Virginia; Harrisburg, Pennsylvania; and Washington, D.C. as well as 15 field education program locations. Our staff and volunteer corps work throughout the region educating students and adults, advocating for clean water policies, restoring waterways, and litigating when necessary.
CBF's headquarters office in Annapolis, Maryland is the Philip Merrill Environmental Center, the world's first U.S. Green Build Council's LEED platinum building. In 2014, CBF opened the Brock Environmental Center—one of the world's most energy efficient, environmentally smart buildings—in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
CBF has 200,000 members and supporters and an annual budget of approximately $30 million. For more information on CBF, please visit our About CBF page.
About the Hiring Department
Environmental Education
CBF's education department provides field experiences, teacher professional learning, and student leadership for over 25,000 participants each year.
The Bay, and its watershed, is our classroom and CBF environmental educators are responsible for bringing the Bay alive to students. We strive to make a lasting impression about the excitement and vulnerability of the Bay.
Each of CBF's 14 education programs has its own individual character. The field experience options run the gamut from our urban boat programs in Baltimore and Hampton Roads to Pennsylvania canoe programs to remote island-based centers. We use hands-on experiential teaching techniques to educate students about the health of the Bay and connect them back to their local environment. Educators promote and develop knowledge about the Bay by providing unforgettable field investigations that inspire participants with a commitment to take action for the restoration of the Bay.
The education department is comprised of Student Field Programs, Teacher and Principal Professional Learning, and Student Leadership. All of these components work closely to educate and empower participants to take action towards "Saving the Bay."
Context of the Position
The Islands Facilities Manager is responsible for maintaining CBF’s Port Isobel Environmental Education facilities. Additionally, this position will support facilities maintenance for the Smith Island and Karen Noonan Environmental Education programs. Priority will be given to performing the maintenance projects on Port Isobel with the expectation that the Facilities Manager can perform site visits and service calls to other Island Education Programs. This position reports to the Islands Field Senior Manager in Education and works closely with the Administration department Facilities Senior Manager.
Essential Functions
1. Responsible for maintaining the operations of all of Port Isobel Environmental Education Center Facilities:
a. Perform regular maintenance & inspections of all building services and structures
b. Complete all daily, monthly, & seasonal checklists that relate to facilities services & maintenance.
c. Ensure the Port Isobel Workshop is orderly & has all necessary supplies for maintenance projects.
d. Organize and clean all ancillary storage buildings according to the checklist schedule.
e. Prepare Port Isobel Facilities for any significant weather events & manage post-weather event clean-ups.
2. Manage the grounds at Port Isobel
a. Responsible for mowing and landscaping.
b. Ensure all common areas are clean and free of debris.
c. Complete all checklists & service the tractor, trailers, and ground-keeping equipment.
3. Provide maintenance support for CBF’s other Island Education Centers on Smith Island & the Karen Noonan Center.
a. Conduct regular site inspections for all Island Education facilities.
b. Provide logistical support for all contractor work at all Island Education Centers.
c. Provide minor maintenance support on Island vessels, when needed.
4. Consistent ability to perform administrative duties which include:
a. Complete & submit required administrative tasks & paperwork by their due dates.
b. Provide timely communication & updates to supervisors and other CBF departments.
c. Work with the Administration Facilities Senior Manager & Islands Field Senior Manager to develop & coordinate short-term & long-range work plans & projects.
5. Other duties, as assigned.
Professional Experience and Qualifications
* 3-5 years of experience is preferred.
* Ability to spend up to 80% of work-day hours at the Port Isobel Environmental Education Program.
* Ability to travel to Smith Island and Karen Noonan Center, when needed.
* Experienced and proficient carpentry skills.
* Ability to trouble-shoot and perform basic plumbing (including septic system), electrical, and mechanical skills to resolve problems.
* Experience operating machinery, tractors, and power tools.
* Ability to attend any required meetings and trainings, as needed.
* U.S. Coast Guard Captains License, preferred but not required.
Salary Range: $54,000
How to Apply
Using the link below, please submit a cover letter and resume. This position will remain open until filled.
Apply NowCBF offers a 36-hour work week, a flexible telework policy, and for full-time staff, a comprehensive benefits package to include: 20 vacation days, 10 sick days, 2 floating holidays, health, vision, dental, life insurance, and a 403(b) retirement plan with matching contribution. Learn more about CBF Benefits.
