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Restore Mass Ave is a small, volunteer-run nonprofit whose mission is to restore the historic landscape and tree canopy of Embassy Row, the two miles of Massachusetts Avenue NW from Wisconsin Avenue east to Dupont Circle, Washington’s most famous diplomatic street.

RMA succeeds by being a family of helpers including great volunteers. Many have donated time, knowledge and goodwill to spread a culture of stewardship for this Grand Avenue landscape. Today our work is recognized locally and internationally,  so more is being asked of us. We should expand by adding talent. Maybe your talent!

Below are positions we have in mind. To apply use the form below. Or use the form to suggest other ways your talents can help “re-green Embassy Row.”

What You Can Accomplish

Neighbor Ambassador – Volunteer

Use your diplomacy and love for nature to grow shade trees along Embassy Row! We seek volunteers who live or work on or near Mass Ave who want to help this famous street be shadier and more beautiful.

Restore Mass Ave has worked with most of the owners along our two-mile route. But recent turnover of US and foreign owners means we should re-introduce why this Grand Avenue is important and how they can help grow and sustain healthy trees here.

As a Neighbor Ambassador you’ll be our liaison with one or more properties you choose. An example could be the embassy of a country you visited, studied, or come from.

You’ll build friendships around your shared interest in cultivating and protecting trees, including city street trees. Regular RMA personnel will assist and teach. Our prize- winning guidebook A Grand Avenue Revival tells why this landscape matters.

Tasks

  • Visit "your" agreed embassies and/or neighbors on Mass Ave to introduce them to RMA and hear their landscape needs, such as a dying tree or upcoming property work.
  • Develop shared stewardship by showing them best practices from RMA’s Historic Landscape Guide.
  • Help as needed "your" property's liaison with city officials and the State Department on urban forestry issues.
  • Follow up regularly to continue productive, enjoyable relationships on behalf of RMA.

Requirements

  • Live or work near the part of Mass Ave where we work (Dupont To Wisconsin Ave)
  • Proactive, solutions-oriented, timely communicator.
  • Outgoing with good intrapersonal skills.
  • Comfortable and diplomatic in a variety of cultural settings

Preferred

  • Background in international relations,
  • Strong interest or background in forestry, horticulture, or landscape.

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We consider most closely candidates with professional background or knowledge of forestry or horticulture.

Diversity
RMA celebrates the rich diversity of Washington, D.C. We are committed to listening to the experiences of all Washingtonians. We seek new perspectives on how our work can advance environmental sustainability and human dignity. We will continue to partner with residents, community groups, embassies, and city government to create a greener, healthier city for all.
RMA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, ethnicity, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Questions?

Questions on opportunities with RMA? Contact jobs.team@restoremassave.org.

Thank you for your interest in greening one of the last Grand Avenues in the nation!