Coordinator, Workforce Development at Water Environment Federation – WEF in Alexandria, Virginia

Job Description:

Water Environment Federation – WEF

$45,000 - $60,000 USD

About Us

The Water Environment Federation (WEF) is a not-for-profit technical and educational organization of more than 30,000 individual members and 75 affiliated Member Associations (MAs) representing water quality professionals around the world. Since 1928, WEF and its members have protected public health and the environment. WEF and its global network of members and member associations provide water quality professionals around the world with the latest in water quality education, training, and business opportunities. WEF’s diverse membership includes scientists, engineers, regulators, academics, utility managers, plant operators, and other professionals. WEF uses this collective knowledge to further a shared goal of improving water quality around the world. 

WEF is operating under a new Strategic Plan built on the vision of a life free of water challenges. Our ultimate goal is a world where each person has access to clean water and sanitation, where communities prosper, and where nature thrives. The key strategic goals under the new Strategic Plan are: 1) to attract and develop a diverse and passionate workforce; 2) to cultivate a purpose-driven community to sustainably solve water challenges for all; and 3) to lead the transformation to the circular water economy.

The new Strategic Plan embodies WEF’s embrace of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. WEF is committed to equity and inclusion in all aspects of our work, including within the governance structure and leadership, WEF partners, WEF staff, and the WEF membership. This commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion will guide our work and our programs, culminating in outcomes that improve public health for all. 

How This Position Contributes to the Team

The Coordinator, Workforce Development provides pivotal management of assigned project components and administrative support for the delivery of diverse leadership and skill-building programs tailored for future leaders of the water quality community. The Emerging Leaders Programs team is responsible for delivery of leadership programs within WEF’s portfolio of workforce development, including Water Leadership Institute (WLI), Introducing Future Leaders to Opportunities in Water (InFLOW), and Students and Young Professionals Community (SYPC) programs. The Operator Programs team is responsible for programmatic support for operators, including AWWA/WEF WorkforWater and Veterans Water Workforce Initiatives, Operations Challenge, as well as management of various community and volunteer groups.

The Coordinator, Workforce Development collaborates with department colleagues within both Emerging Leaders Programs and Operator Programs, other staff, volunteers, and key stakeholders to support program development and delivery. Additionally, this role fosters effective communication and engagement to enhance learning and networking experiences – both in-person and online – and maximize program impact. The position reports to the Senior Director, Workforce Development.

NOTE: This role is hybrid and requires working in the office (Alexandria, VA) 2 days every other week. Travel is required (up to 20% of the year) for meetings and events. Must be able to lift and carry at least 20 lbs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides management of assigned project components and administrative support for Emerging Leaders and Operator Programs. 
  • Supports the development and delivery of programming. 
  • Manages communications with a variety of volunteer stakeholder groups in developing and delivering programs to enhance their management and leadership skills, and build their connection within the water sector. 
  • Leads assigned components of programs and projects, including occasional onsite event completion. 
  • Manages department planning schedule and daily operation of tasks for emerging leader programs portfolio. 
  • Coordinates with key WEF volunteers and communities, collaborating and sponsoring organizations, colleges and universities, and other WEF departments. 
  • Provides logistical support for Operator Programs team intermittently throughout the year.
• Demonstrates sound judgment, discretion, and sensitivity as key skills to empathetically manage stakeholders experiencing difficulties/concerns. 
• Participates in analysis of program trends and event results, identifying issues and developing and recommending solutions.
• Performs other duties as assigned within the scope of the role.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field, or equivalent training and experience. 
• 0-2 years relevant experience 
• General knowledge of project management principles. 
• Clear and persuasive communicator, capable of crafting messages for diverse audiences. 
• Demonstrates dedication to detail and ability to work under pressure in a deadline driven environment. 
• Positive work ethic and excellent customer services skills 
• Demonstrates a proactive, self-starter attitude, thriving in fast-paced environments. 
• Demonstrates knowledge and ability to problem-solve independently and proactively, and to lead collaborative efforts to define solutions. 
• Strong oral and written communication skills. 
• Demonstrates commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in procedures, practices, and engagement.
• Able to travel up to 20% of the year.
• Able to lift and carry at least 20 lbs.

This person will work primarily in an office environment using standard office equipment.

WEF is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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Salary:

$45,000.00

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