This position is located in the Department of the Environment (DOEE), within the Natural Resources Administration (NRA) Watershed Protection Division. DOEEs mission is to improve the quality of life for the residents and natural inhabitants of the nation’s capital by protecting and restoring the environment conserving our natural resources, mitigating pollution, increasing access to clean and renewable energy, and educating the public on ways to secure a sustainable future. DOEE’S Watershed Protection Division (WPD) works to protect and restore the environmental health of the District’s rivers and streams. The mission of the Partnering & Engagement Branch (Branch) is to advance the District’s clean water goals by cultivating partnerships, funding education and litter reduction projects, providing assistance, and working with communities to draft and implement waterways plans.
The Branch’s primary activities include environmental education and community schoolyard greening, litter reduction activities, and inspection and enforcement of the District’s Bag Law, food service ware requirements, and high-PAH ban. The Branch leads the Departments efforts to engage District residents and activate Kingman and Heritage Islands as an environmental education and workforce development hub. In addition, the District’s Office of District Waterways Management is situated within the Branch. The incumbent is responsible for serving as the Branch Chief of the Partnering and Engagement Branch with responsibility for the day-to-day operations and direction of the Branch. This position will provide leadership, strategic direction, and oversight for that protect and restore local watersheds.
