Painted Bins

Program Manager – Environmental Education &amp; Community Engagement
Painted Bins &amp; Resilient Neighborhoods | Projects of Sustainable Marin Location: Marin County, CA | Hybrid Salary: $65,000 annually, plus benefits included below Schedule: Full-time; occasional evening and weekend events
Help Build a More Sustainable Marin
Are you passionate about creating a more sustainable future? Painted Bins and Resilient Neighborhoods, projects of nonprofit Sustainable Marin, are seeking a collaborative, organized, and mission-driven Program Manager to help educate, engage, and inspire Marin County residents to take meaningful climate action.
The Program Manager position offers the opportunity to work with both youth and adults, lead impactful environmental education and community engagement programs, and make a visible difference while working with a small, supportive team committed to innovation, collaboration, and lasting community impact.
About Us
Painted Bins empowers youth to become environmental stewards through environmental education, visual arts, and public speaking. Students turn what they learn into action, using their voices and creativity to inspire community-wide behavior change. <a href="http://www.paintedbins.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.paintedbins.org</a>
Resilient Neighborhoods empowers Marin County residents to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, prepare for climate-related emergencies, and build stronger, more resilient communities through education and local action. <a href="http://www.resilientneighborhoods.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.resilientneighborhoods.org</a>
Both organizations are projects of Sustainable Marin, a Marin County nonprofit organization. <a href="http://www.SustainableMarin.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.SustainableMarin.org</a>
The Opportunity
As Program Manager, you will work closely with the leadership of Painted Bins and Resilient Neighborhoods to keep programs and projects organized, moving forward, and aligned with strategic priorities.
This is an ideal role for someone who enjoys managing multiple projects, working with a wide range of people, improving systems, and turning ideas into action. You’ll have the opportunity to contribute to two growing environmental programs and see the direct impact of your work throughout Marin County.
Key Responsibilities
· Manage multiple programs and projects from planning through implementation.
· Coordinate educational programs, community outreach, art shows, volunteer activities, and fundraising events.
· Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, workflows, and organizational systems using Monday.com and related platforms.
· Recruit, coordinate, and support volunteers.
· Build and maintain relationships with schools, community organizations, businesses, volunteers, and other partners.
· Track program outcomes, maintain databases, and analyze information to help measure impact.
· Identify opportunities to improve organizational systems and administrative processes.
· Support strategic initiatives that strengthen and expand environmental education and climate action programs.
· Balance priorities across two collaborative organizations while maintaining strong communication and attention to detail.
What We’re Looking For
Required Qualifications
· Bachelor’s degree.
· 2–5 years of experience in program management, project management, nonprofit administration, education, community engagement, or a related field.
· Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
· Strong written and verbal communication skills.
· Experience with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and online software platforms or databases.
· Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for local meetings and events.
Especially Helpful
· Experience or interest in sustainability, climate action, environmental education, or community-based programs.
· Experience working with schools, volunteers, community organizations, or nonprofit programs.
· Familiarity with Monday.com or similar project-management platforms.
· A collaborative, flexible approach and enthusiasm for working in a small, mission-driven organization.
· Spanish bilingual
Position Requirements
This is a hybrid position combining remote work with in-person meetings, school and community activities, and events throughout Marin County. Occasional evening and weekend work and lifting of up to 30 pounds are required.
Compensation
$65,000 annually, plus benefits to include paid time off and access to California retirement savings plan
How to Apply
Please submit a resume and cover letter to <a href="mailto:info.PaintedBins@gmail.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">info.PaintedBins@gmail.com</a> describing your interest in the position and your experience in climate action and managing programs, projects, and/or community initiatives.
We are looking for someone who is excited to bring strong organizational skills, initiative, and a collaborative spirit to work that helps create a more sustainable and resilient Marin County.
Pay: $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
<ul>
<li>Paid time off</li>
<li>Retirement plan</li>
</ul>
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Marin County, CA

Program Manager - Environmental Education & Community Engagement

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