Careers
Work with WRWC
So you support a Woonasquatucket River that’s full of amazing spaces to walk, bike, run, paddle, play, fish, explore–and maybe one day swim? Then we’re glad you found our job opportunities! We have full-time, part-time, intern and seasonal positions. Check back regularly for job postings.
We enthusiastically encourage residents–especially Black, Latine and indigenous residents–of communities in the Woonasquatucket River Watershed (Providence, North Providence, Johnston, Smithfield, North Smithfield and Glocester) to apply.
Nos interesa contratar residentes, especialmente residentes negros, latinos o indígenas, de las comunidades de la cuenca del río Woonasquatucket (Providence, North Providence, Johnston, Smithfield, North Smithfield y Glocester).
Available Positions:
Lead Instructor – Red Shed Girls’ Camp / Instructor principal – Campamento para niñas Red Shed
The Lead Instructor will be working with a team of co-instructors to deliver a comprehensive camp experience ensuring a safe and positive environment for campers, and serving as a strong role model. This role is ideal for individuals with a passion for outdoor education, youth mentorship, and cycling instruction.
We encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about empowering girls, gender-diverse youth, and those who can serve as positive role models in outdoor education and cycling instruction. Representation in leadership roles is key to our mission, and we are looking for individuals who can help foster confidence and empowerment in all campers.
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River Rangers / Guardabosques
The Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council (WRWC) is seeking individuals with strong people skills and interest in working outdoors. River Rangers work with volunteer groups to maintain, preserve, and restore the Woonasquatucket river watershed. River Rangers are stewards of the Greenway, responsible for being the face of the WRWC, educating the community, and encouraging use of this beloved outdoor space.
We enthusiastically encourage residents–especially Black, Latine and indigenous residents–of communities in the Woonasquatucket River watershed (Providence, North Providence, Johnston, Smithfield, North Smithfield, and Glocester) to apply.
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Greenway Operations Manager / Gerente de Operaciones de la Vía Verde del Río Woonasquatucket
The Greenway Operations Manager is responsible for the daily operation and maintenance of the Greenway and its green infrastructure, including the bike trail, vegetation, pocket parks, and stormwater basins. They lead, direct, and oversee field crews, including Field Supervisors and River Rangers, ensuring that maintenance and preservation efforts align with the Greenway’s objectives. Reporting to the Director of Projects, this position includes three direct reports—Field Supervisors—and operates with general guidance to meet the Greenway’s priorities. The role involves a combination of in-office coordination and hands-on fieldwork to maintain and enhance the Greenway’s infrastructure.
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Greenway Field Supervisor / Supervisor de campo de la Vía Verde del Río Woonasquatucket
Woonasquatucket River Greenway Field Supervisor participates in and oversees the daily fieldwork required to preserve and maintain the Greenway, including the bike path, vegetation, and pocket parks. They direct, instruct, and supervise a crew of two to six River Rangers while reporting to the Greenway Operations Manager. Additionally, they serve as a positive representative of the WRWC in all work related to the Greenway.
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Stormwater Field Supervisor /Supervisor de campo de aguas pluviales del río Woonasquatucket
The Woonasquatucket River Stormwater Field Supervisor oversees and participates in the daily maintenance of stormwater green infrastructure, including StormTrees, bioretention basins, swales, and grassed pavers, while also helping to preserve key areas of the Greenway such as the bike path, vegetation, and pocket parks. They direct, instruct, and supervise a crew of two to six River Rangers, ensuring efficient and effective fieldwork. Reporting to the Greenway Manager, this role also serves as a positive representative of the WRWC in all Greenway-related efforts.
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