Northern New England Greenway Manager

Northern New England Greenway Manager

About the job

Who we are:

The East Coast Greenway is a nationally connected, locally rooted trail system linking 15 states and more than 450 communities. The nonprofit East Coast Greenway Alliance leads the development of this 3,000-mile route from Maine to Florida. Working from early planning through ribbon cuttings, the Alliance partners with communities to secure funding, share trail-building expertise and connect efforts across city, county and state lines — turning bold visions into completed Greenway miles.

What we offer:

• 401(k) retirement plan up to 6% employer match.
• 37.5 hour work week
• 15 paid vacation days per year (increases to 17 after second year of service)
• 11 paid holidays & paid sick leave
• Summer Fresh Air Fridays (office is closed on Fridays in July and August)
• Staff development fund, active commuting benefit and charitable giving match
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance. ECGA covers 90% of premium for medical and 50% dental & vision for employees & 50% toward dependents’ medical/dental/vision.

About the role:

The Northern New England Greenway Manager is a full-time position that carries multi-state responsibilities for all aspects of greenway development, partnerships, volunteer engagement, and greenway advocacy tasks in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Maine. The Northern New England Manager works under the direction of the National Greenway Director in coordination with other East Coast Greenway Alliance (ECGA) staff.

This position will implement programs that support the ECGA Strategic Plan and specific strategies and goals in the region. The right candidate will grow, support, and empower our volunteers in the state and must be able to travel frequently within the region for meetings, events, and site visits. Work will entail planning, design, relationship building, coalition building, data collection, field investigations, fundraising assistance, and using Geographic information system (GIS) for mapping.

Deadline to apply: Sunday, July 12, 2026.

Responsibilities Include:

• Complete and monitor East Coast Greenway (ECG) signage throughout the states and update the ECGA online trip planner (map.greenway.org). Work to move a maximum amount of the on-road portions off-road (including designating trail as official ECG) and make remaining on-road sections as safe and bicycle/pedestrian-friendly as feasible.
• Keep the GIS data-reporting system up-to-date and create reports as requested (at least quarterly).
• Assist our volunteer State Committees and other volunteers within the state.
• Build/maintain a strong network of strategic alliances with public agencies, elected officials, and organizations in each state to continue strong Greenway progress. Keep contacts updated in organization CRM.
• Communicate state information in coordination with other staff for the ECGA website, newsletters, and social media. Engage local media with support from the ECGA communications team.
• Provide timely information to assist with overall fundraising efforts in the region.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and tactfully with a wide range of people and personalities to establish collaborative partnerships as a team player.
• Entrepreneurial and strategic approach; tenaciously takes initiative and applies sound judgment.
• Able to function in a fast-paced work environment; able to work on several project deadlines simultaneously, delivering professional work on-time and on-budget.
• Well-organized, self-motivated and independent worker: understands the need to develop work plans and to prioritize work efficiently. Takes record-keeping, documentation and file management seriously.
• Self-starter. Ability to work independently and set strategy for the region.
• Able to travel throughout the region for meetings and events.
• Demonstrated leadership in implementing greenway projects that promote transportation equity.
• Track record engaging and motivating volunteers.
• Three years or more project management and/or program experience in a relevant area such as greenway development, environmental policy, public health, or community organizing.
• Education and work experience: Bachelor's degree in urban and regional planning, transportation planning, civil engineering, landscape architecture and/or combination of relevant post graduate degree and/or professional experience.
• Nonprofit experience is preferred.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Familiarity with GIS mapping software and willingness to learn. Experience with GIS mapping is preferred. The alliance utilizes QGIS for mapping and data management; maintaining the route map in QGIS for the region is a requirement of the role.
• Strong computer skills: Proficient in Google platforms. Can easily create Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint files.
• Passionate commitment to ECGA mission.
• Strong sense of personal responsibility and integrity.
• Positive, can-do attitude.

Further Detail:

1. Planning

1. Develop detailed progress reports on the ECG in the region in collaboration with State Committee leaders, partner agencies, and organizations.
2. Work with ECGA staff and State Committees to plan logistics for ECG progress in the region, identifying, and finding solutions for key gaps and opportunities.

1. Greenway Implementation

1. Become familiar in detail with the route throughout the regional corridor.
2. Advocate for the funding necessary to plan, design, and build the Greenway.
3. Work directly with State Committees and agency and non-profit partners to advance implementation of ECG plans. Network, engage, and educate local to federal stakeholders.
4. Manage the trail designation process within the region.
5. Coordinate signage program within the state including:
6. Work with state DOTs, local municipalities, parks, and volunteers to implement full signage of the current East Coast Greenway travel route throughout the region.
7. Build and maintain collaborative partnerships with other bike/ped organizations, community groups, public and private agencies, and trail advocates to further Greenway priorities.
8. Organize ECGA state meetings, workshops, and training sessions.
9. Serve as point of contact for trail managers/developers/advocates regarding ECG questions. Help provide assistance or direct inquiries to appropriate sources.
10. Monitor designated trail segments to ensure they continue to meet our standards.
11. Get ECG included in state and local plans, official reports, and on official maps.
12. Organize state and regional advocacy to secure trail development funding.

1. Building Public Support

1. Build and support strong volunteer engagement including organizing State’s Committee meetings.
2. Organize and participate in events throughout the state throughout the year: including bike rides, walks, advocacy days, and community events.

1. Tracking Progress

1. Present reports on ECGA progress for the region internally and externally.
2. Maintain GIS database for all current and envisioned routing in each state.

1. Communications

1. Media
   1. Working in coordination with the ECGA communications team, respond to or help direct to the most appropriate party inquiries by the public, our partners, and media related to the ECG.
   2. Provide state and regional news & stories for e-news, website, & social media.

1. Promotion

1. Represent ECGA at relevant meetings and events.

1. Administrative

1. Maintain files, a database of contacts, and email groups as needed for your communication within the region.

1. Fundraising

1. Assist the development team as directed to increase regional resources from ECGA membership, donors, foundations, corporate support, and successful events.

1. Assist with other tasks as assigned.

Salary and Benefits:

This is a full-time position with salary commensurate with experience. Hiring range: $68,000-80,000. This is a remote position based along the route in Maine, New Hampshire or Massachusetts. The manager must have reliable access to transportation to be able to regularly and efficiently travel throughout the region for meetings and events. Deadline to apply: Sunday, July 12th.

• 401(k) retirement plan up to 6% employer match
• 37.5 hour work week
• 15 paid vacation days per year (increases to 17 after second year of service)
• 11 paid holidays & paid sick leave
• Summer Fresh Air Fridays (office is closed on Fridays in July and August)
• Staff development fund, active commuting benefit and charitable giving match
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance. ECGA covers 90% of premium for medical and 50% dental & vision for employees & 50% toward dependents’ medical/dental/vision.

ECGA is an equal opportunity employer and seeks qualified candidates regardless of race, color, creed, age, veteran status, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, or national origin. We are committed to achieving an inclusive, diverse workplace that values every individual.

Originally posted on Himalayas