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< Back Community Wealth Building Manager Milwaukee, WI, USA About the Role Company Performance Statement In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to conform to the following: Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision. Interact professionally with other employees, customers, and suppliers. Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments. Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations. Position Summary Walnut Way Overall Responsibilities: The Community Wealth Building (CWB) Manager plays a pivotal role in facilitating economic well-being for the Lindsay Heights neighborhood. This role entails three primary responsibilities: 1) collaborating with residents and organizations to mobilize the skills, passions, and talents of the community; 2) oversee digital literacy programs implementation; and 3) managing and promoting social enterprises and programs that support wealth-building activities. Through these efforts, the CWB Manager will drive neighborhood economic growth and connect residents with valuable opportunities and resources. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Community Wealth Building Manager: Share the CWB story and advocate for the asset-based approach to economic development with residents, community organizations, and partners. Engage residents and organizations in the Community Wealth Building process, ensuring active participation and buy-in. Collaborate with community partners to co-create and connect residents to opportunities and resources for economic empowerment. Attend weekly CWB team meetings, providing updates on activities, challenges, and outcomes. Analyze asset data using established tools and systems to inform decision-making. Other duties as assigned. Digital Literacy Program: Oversee the design, implementation, and management of digital literacy programs aimed at empowering residents with essential digital skills. Collaborate with community partners to provide digital literacy workshops, training sessions, and support services. Ensure the digital literacy program aligns with Community Wealth Building goals by promoting technology as a tool for economic empowerment. Track and evaluate the effectiveness of the digital literacy programs, providing reports and insights for continuous improvement. Increase awareness of digital literacy programs through social media, community outreach, and partnerships with local organizations. Create a variety of program formats to accommodate different learning needs: o Short workshops (1-2 days) for specific skills o Multi-week courses (6-8 weeks) for comprehensive digital literacy o Ongoing drop-in sessions for personalized support. Establish cohort-based learning groups to nurture peer support and accountability. Incorporate hands-on, project-based learning to make skills immediately applicable. Communication & Coordination: Develop and implement processes and procedures for coordinating and promoting wealth-building activities and resident engagement. Coordinate all aspects of Community Wealth Building activities, including neighborhood ambassadors, workshops, and events aimed at resident empowerment. Effectively communicate opportunities and success stories through digital platforms and community outreach. Other Duties/Responsibilities: Ability to work with diverse populations and a variety of neighborhoods. Experience developing residents and connecting them to the community. Up to 35 hrs. per week. Flexibility to work - days, evenings, and weekend shifts. Supervisory Responsibility: This position is not required to supervise staff. Requirements Education & Experience (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities) Entrepreneurial spirit with the ability to creatively influence, market, and promote social enterprises. Ambitious and innovative in approaching community development and sales growth. Demonstrated experience working with diverse populations and across various neighborhoods. Experience managing social media, marketing, and promotional campaigns. Knowledge or experience in securing contracts, specifically within educational institutions (MPS, private, choice, charter schools). Experience with food safety regulations and coordinating vendors or entrepreneurs in compliance with health department standards. Strong communication, project management, and organizational skills. Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends when necessary. Self-starter capable of working independently and collaboratively in a hybrid environment. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, it will typically be in an office setting. Frequently required to operate a computer and file and retrieve written documents. The physical demands include, but are not limited to, standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying, reaching, handling, kneeling, crouching and bending. The positions can be mentally challenging. As a result, this position is more mentally challenging than physically challenging. Work Environment There will be extended periods of sitting required when performing administrative tasks and while attending meetings. Non-physical demands include a work environment where the noise level is usually quiet to moderate but may be loud on occasion. The nature of the position may expose moderate levels of tension when dealing with issues. The level of tension is usually moderate, with high levels of tension occurring occasionally. Note This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship. About Walnut Way Conservation Corp Walnut Way Conservation Corp. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit neighborhood organization founded in 2000 by Lindsay Heights residents to reclaim and redevelop the economic health and vitality of their community. In the years since, Walnut Way and its partners have rolled out a series of successful and innovative programs and initiatives addressing the neighborhood’s most pressing economic, environmental, and health issues. Walnut Way is located inside a renovated house situated in the residential neighborhood of Lindsay Heights. Grounded in grass-root principles, Walnut Way properties extend additional blocks and include an orchard, carryout cafe, print shop, and construction and landscaping business. The ideal candidate will typically work Monday - Friday with occasional nights and weekends as needed. Apply Now

< Back Energy Walnut Way's involvement in utility advocacy work, intervening in rate cases, engaging with supporting organizations and communities, Walnut Way strives to create a more equitable and sustainable energy system in Wisconsin. By advocating for affordability, access to policy, and performance-based rate making, they aim to ensure that all residents have access to reliable and affordable energy services while promoting sustainability and community empowerment. This is placeholder text. To change this content, double-click on the element and click Change Content. Want to view and manage all your collections? Click on the Content Manager button in the Add panel on the left. Here, you can make changes to your content, add new fields, create dynamic pages and more. You can create as many collections as you need. Your collection is already set up for you with fields and content. Add your own, or import content from a CSV file. Add fields for any type of content you want to display, such as rich text, images, videos and more. You can also collect and store information from your site visitors using input elements like custom forms and fields. Be sure to click Sync after making changes in a collection, so visitors can see your newest content on your live site. Preview your site to check that all your elements are displaying content from the right collection fields. Power in Numbers 30 Programs 50 Locations 200 Volunteers Project Gallery Previous Next

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Sat, Sep 21 | Clarence and Cleopatra Johnson - Park Harvest Day 2024 We're thrilled to invite you to the Harvest Day 2024, hosted by Walnut Way Conservation Corp. This grand celebration will take place at the newly christened Clarence and Cleopatra Johnson Park. Time & Location Sep 21, 2024, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM Clarence and Cleopatra Johnson - Park, 1919 W Fond du Lac Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53205, USA About the event 🍁🎉 Harvest Day 2024: A Celebration of Community & Sustainability 🎉🍁 Event Details: When: Saturday, September 21, 2024 Where: Clarence and Cleopatra Johnson Park, 1919 W Fond du Lac Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53205, USA Hosted by: Walnut Way Conservation Corp. in partnership with Lindsay Heights Residents Highlights: For Vendors: Bring your own table and electrical setup. Set up starts at 7:30 AM; clear by 4 PM. Ensure products are approved and comply with regulations. Designated parking and promotional opportunities available. For Attendees: Enjoy farm-fresh produce, artisan crafts, live music, and interactive workshops. A day full of gratitude, delicious food, and community spirit. Participation Info: Regulations: Follow current COVID-19 guidelines. Event is rain or shine. Walnut Way Conservation Corp. invites you to join us in celebrating the harvest season. Last year, we welcomed 100-150 visitors, making it the largest festival in Lindsay Heights. Save the date and be part of this joyous occasion of unity, sustainability, and abundance. Let’s harvest happiness together! For questions or more information, contact . See you there! 🍂🍎 #HarvestDay2024 #WalnutWayConservation #CommunitySpirit Show More Be a vendor Share this event Become a sponsor