Careers
We believe in Waterloo Greenway. Do you?
The mission of Waterloo Greenway Conservancy is bold, forward-thinking, and even a touch audacious — just like the team that upholds it every day.
We’re collectively bound by the knowledge that Waterloo Greenway is making real and enduring change in the unbelievable city we call home. At our headquarters a stone’s throw away from Waller Creek, we get to innovate our hearts and heads off on how to make this urban green space accessible and engaging to all.
So much has been accomplished. But there are still countless opportunities to create uplifting destinations and experiences that reflect Austin’s diverse and dynamic spirit. Working to make the most of them is more than a rewarding career. It’s a calling. If you hear it too, come join us!
Chief Executive Officer
Waterloo Greenway Conservancy’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO) leads the strategic vision, direction, and activities of the organization, ensuring the Greenway is a welcoming and accessible resource for all of Austin’s communities.
With the first sections of the park poised to open in mid-August, and the remaining sections in various stages of development, the CEO is responsible for leading a dedicated and hardworking team to ensure the open sections of park are funded, maintained, operated, and programmed at a level commensurate with their world-class design and to partner with the City of Austin to complete the remaining sections of the park on schedule and within budget.
Waterloo Greenway Conservancy has engaged the services of Julep Consulting for the management of this search. To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume (in PDF format only) to Rick Little: rick@julepconsulting.com with “Waterloo CEO” in the subject line.
Contract Grant Writer
Waterloo Greenway Conservancy is seeking a contract Grant Writer through December 2021. This is a mostly remote temporary position with flexible hours and scheduling. Austin-area required, as there may be some indoor/outdoor meetings. The contract Grant Writer will report to the Grants Manager and assist in grant solicitations to support annual operations and the capital campaign.
Qualified applicants are invited to submit a resume, cover letter, and at least two writing samples via email to sgoodman@waterloogreenway.org. Please combine cover letter and resume into a single PDF and include writing samples separately. Please include ‘Contract Grant Writer’ in the subject line.
Finance Director
Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Director of Finance will be responsible for oversight of all finance, accounting and reporting activities. The Director of Finance will be a member of the Leadership Team and will be the staff liaison to the Finance Committee.
The Director of Finance will lead day-to-day finance operations including functional responsibility over budgeting, accounting, banking, accounts payable, accounts receivable, audit, payroll and grants administration. The Director of Finance will ensure that Waterloo Greenway Conservancy has the systems and procedures in place to support effective program implementation and conduct clean audits.
Qualified applicants are invited to send their resume, cover letter outlining distinctive qualifications, and three professional references to jobs@waterloogreenway.org. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled. Read the full job description below.
Moody Amphitheater Box Office Clerk
Waterloo Greenway and Live Nation are seeking a Box Office Clerk. This role requires flexibility with scheduling and is a part time occasional position, based on event requirements. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in ticketing software, staff supervision, and customer service. The Box Office Clerk will be an employee of the Waterloo Greenway Conservancy, reporting to the Moody Amphitheater General Manager and will work in collaboration with Live Nation and its contractors who operate within the venue.
The Box Office Clerk will provide exceptional front-line customer service to ticket purchasers, conduct in-person ticket sales at the Box Office using the Ticketmaster Point of Sale system, organize and distribute will-call and guestlist tickets, and assist with customer inquiries and help resolve ticket-related issues.
Qualified applicants are invited to submit a resume via email to Moody Amphitheater Box Office Manager Grace Kerstetter at gkerstetter@waterloogreenway.org.
Programming and Events Manager
Waterloo Greenway is seeking a motivated and experienced Programming and Events Manager to play a key role in creating and producing high-quality public programs throughout the Waterloo Greenway (WG) park district. This person will be a hands-on event coordinator with a knack for logistics and keen attention to detail supporting public engagement through events and programming for WG community and ticketed events in the Waterloo Park Moody Amphitheater and additional programming in WG spaces including signature events such as Creek Show.
Qualified applicants are invited to send their resume, cover letter outlining distinctive qualifications, and three professional references to jobs@waterloogreenway.org. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled. Read the full job description below.