Marcy-Holmes Neighborhood Association

Now Hiring: Seasonal Environmental Programs Coordinator

The Marcy-Holmes Neighborhood Association (MHNA) is seeking a motivated Environmental Programs Coordinator to promote sustainability and environmental stewardship throughout the neighborhood with community initiatives designed to promote pollinator-friendly and native plantings, community gardens, green space, tree plantings, boulevard plantings, and organics recycling in the neighborhood.

This is a seasonal, part-time hourly position between 5-10 hours per week, last from April to mid-October. This position will work under the supervision of the MHNA Executive Director and Environmental Task Force Chairs.

Position Details

Location: Minneapolis

Job Type: Part-time (10 hours per week), flexible schedule

Salary: $15-$17 per hour, depending on candidate qualifications and experience

Position Duties & Responsibilities

Outreach & Engagement (40%)

• Working with MHNA Executive Director, develop and implement creative methods to engage Marcy-Holmes residents, property owners and business owners in the neighborhood.

• Recruit MHNA members and volunteers for projects and events

• Operations and logistics management for events

Program Management (40%)

• Oversee, implement and report on various programs and projects of MHNA

• Assist with marketing and advertising MHNA programs, events and activities

Other Task as Assigned (20%)

• Miscellaneous tasks as assigned by MHNA Executive Director

Required Qualifications

• 1+ year of paid/volunteer experience with organizing and/or volunteer management

• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups of people

• Attention to detail and good record-keeping skills

• Able to lift up to 40 pounds, walk for extended periods of times, climb stairs

• Access to transportation (procuring/transporting supplies and other materials)

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Marcy-Holmes neighborhood and the University of Minnesota

Benefits

Marcy-Holmes offers paid vacation and sick leave, as well as a flexible work environment. Health insurance is not provided by the association.

About MHNA

MHNA’s mission is to engage in projects that improve and enhance the quality of life in the Marcy- Holmes neighborhood. Our nonprofit serves historic southeast Minneapolis, from Dinkytown to St. Anthony Main, to many well-known points in between.

Learn more about MHNA at www.marcy-holmes.org.

How to Apply

Applications should include cover letter, resume and three references emailed to MHNA Executive Director, Chris Lautenschlager, at [email protected]. Position open until filled. No phone calls, please.

EEO/AA Statement

MHNA is an equal opportunity employer. MHNA will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis or race, disability, color, creed, religion, ancestry, sex, national origin, affectional preference or sexual orientation, citizenship, age, veteran status, marital status or status with regard to public assistance.

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Project overview

Due to COVID-19, there is a vital need for protective and isolation shelter for people who are experiencing homelessness. Hennepin County’s Housing and Redevelopment Authority is purchasing the University Inn motel to continue providing temporary isolation shelter to people awaiting COVID- 19 test results or recovering from the illness.

About the building

The motel, located at 925 SE 4th Street in Minneapolis, has 44 units.

Eligible residents

The hotel will continue to provide short-term shelter for people experiencing homelessness who have suspected or confirmed cases of COVID-19, until they receive a negative test result, or have quarantined for the period recommended by medical professionals.

Building management

The county plans to work with current property management to operate the site and will continue its contract with Catholic charities to provide resident support and services, as well as maintain clear communication with the neighborhood. There will be a resident code of conduct. Hennepin County will continue to provide 24-hour onsite security services.

Timeline

• March 2020: Hennepin County began providing isolation and quarantine housing at this location.

• December 21, 2020: The county purchased this property.

Next steps

When this site is no longer required for pandemic response, Hennepin County will engage the local community and other stakeholders as it develops options for the future.

Questions

Hennepin County commissioners Angela Conley and Marion Greene and Hennepin County staff are committed to providing continued updates on this program. If you have additional questions or concerns, please contact:

Commissioner Angela Conley—District 4

Binta Kanteh
Policy director | 651-239-5376 | [email protected]