Manager, Policy Outreach

~ Rails-to-Trails Conservancy (RTC), a national nonprofit trails, walking and bicycling advocacy organization with more than 160,000 members and supporters, is the nation's largest trails organization dedicated to connecting people and communities by creating a nationwide network of public trails, many from former rail lines and connecting corridors. ~

Founded in 1986, RTC's national office is located in Washington, D.C., with regional offices in California, Florida, Ohio and Pennsylvania.

Position Overview 

Rail to Trails Conservancy is actively recruiting for a Manager of Policy Outreach for our Policy division. This is a fantastic job opportunity for those with a strong background and interest in active transportation issues.

We're seeking a resourceful and creative communicator with online and in-person grassroots organizing skills to play a key role in building a movement for active transportation.

For a detailed job announcement, go to our website, then click careers at the bottom of the page.  

Responsibilities  

• Build broad-based network of partner organizations, nationally and in priority states, to advocate for active transportation policies.
• Strengthen state and local coalitions working to increase public funding.
• Manage a web-based advocacy network for trail and active transportation activists.  

Qualifications 

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field, such as planning or political science, with 3 or more years direct work experience. 
• Understanding of transportation policies; organizing coalitions; policy and legislation, and a passion for trails, walking, and biking.
• Must have excellent written/verbal communications skills; grassroots organizing experience.
• Computer skills: MS Word, and data base. 

To Apply 

• Please click below: "Apply Now Online!" to email cover letter, resume, salary requirements, and three professional references.
• You can also mail or fax, but use only one form of transmitting your application materials.
• Interviews will begin around the last week of February.
• No phone calls please.  

Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, Duke Ellington Building
Attn: Elton Clark, Human Resources Office
2121 Ward Court, 5th Floor
Washington, DC 20037 

Note: Recruiters please do not contact our offices. 

~ RTC is an equal opportunity employer and seeks qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability or national origin. Women and diverse applicants are encouraged to apply. EOE ~