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GWL’s mission and operations are premised on the understanding that environmental conditions are inextricably linked to economic and social health. Consequently, GWL is committed to “changing places, changing lives, and changing systems” through on-the-ground projects and community-informed programming that help to transform neighborhoods. We strive to 
create an equitable community where the residents of Greater Lawrence – at all stages of life - feel they belong, are safe,  supported, and empowered; where healthy living is the norm; and where everyone’s neighborhood is a resilient environment that thrives with parks, trees, and open space. 

How we work is as important as what we do. We are committed to building race, equity, diversity, and inclusion (REDI) into our personnel policies, decision-making processes, and organizational strategies. 
 

Job Opportunities:

Community Organizer and Events Manager

The Community Organizer and Events Manager is a key position in GWL’s community engagement efforts. The individual hired for this position will work with community groups, volunteers, and internal staff to help educate and encourage participation in the development of projects and programs that highlight community service and civic engagement. The Community Organizer and Events Manager will actively work to integrate themselves and GWL into the community through public participation and intentionally meet community members where they are. Full description here

 

Pa'Lante Resident Task Force (Contractor Position)

GWL is seeking someone who would like to make a difference in their community by joining Pa'Lante, a Resilient Corridors Resident Task Force. You will work collaboratively with Pa'Lante members and project staff to support community engagement, Resilient Corridor planning, and the implementation of an air quality monitoring program. The project will implement three community meetings, several in-place neighborhood-based engagement projects, and a pilot Resilient Corridor project that is created from the resident engagement activities. Pa'Lante member description here

 

Green Team Youth Leader Positions (Full-time, Seasonal)

Groundwork Lawrence (GWL) is seeking individuals with experience in youth development to be responsible
for the daily management and supervision of our 2024 Summer Green Team program crews.
Full description here.

 

Summer 2024 Green Team 

Elevate your summer! Apply for the Summer 2024 Green Team at Groundwork Lawrence!
Applications are being accepted until Monday, May 3rd, 2024 at 5:00 pm. Interested youth can submit the applications in one of the following ways
Full description here.

 

Urban Adventures 2024. Senior Counselor

Groundwork Lawrence (GWL) is seeking a responsible, intelligent, creative adult 18 years or older with a passion for
working with Lawrence youth, both indoors and outdoors, to hire as a Counselor for the 2024 season. The Counselor will
lead the delivery of service-learning and related topic instruction, guidance, and supervision of youth following
programmatic goals as well as health and safety regulations as mandated by partner organizations and the state.
Full description here.

 

Urban Adventures 2024. Junior Counselor

Groundwork Lawrence (GWL) is seeking a responsible, intelligent, creative young adult, 16 years or older with a
passion for working with Lawrence youth indoors and outdoors, to hire as a Junior Counselor for the 2024 season.
Full description here.

 

 

Volunteer Opportunities: