Do you have a passion to advance our ambitious Emerald Trail vision?  Do you want to be part of an organization that is committed to creating a more beautiful, vibrant and connected community?

Groundwork Jacksonville has the following opportunities:

Emerald Trail Project Manager

Groundwork Jacksonville (GWJax) is seeking a Trail Project Manager to oversee design and construction of the Emerald Trail. The Trail Project Manager plays a pivotal role in designing, managing, and successfully delivering more than 20 miles of trail and the restoration of McCoys Creek and Hogans Creek.

The Trail Project Manager reports to GWJax’s CEO, works in collaboration with the City of Jacksonville (COJ) and the Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) staff, and coordinates with project stakeholders such as private landowners, rail roads, and other public agencies. See full job description for more information and how to apply. 

Groundwork Jacksonville is an equal opportunity employer.

We consider applications for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation/identification or any legally protected status.

About Groundwork Jacksonville, Inc.

Groundwork Jacksonville, Inc. was established in 2014 and one of 21 Groundwork USA trusts across the country and the only trust in Florida.

Our mission is to bring about the sustained regeneration, improvement and management of the physical environment by developing community-based partnerships which empower people, businesses and organizations to promote environmental, economic and social well-being.

Our 10-Year Vision Statement

The Emerald Trail is a nationally recognized centerpiece attracting people to Jacksonville. It connects urban core neighborhoods that are valued as vital and desirable places to live, work, and visit. Jacksonville’s urban core neighborhoods are economically diverse and economically healthy. Urban core neighborhoods have a community ethic of active living and an outdoor orientation. Working together, neighbors are engaged in creating and sustaining their clean environment

Our Culture Measured by Our Behavior

Trust                                                 

  • We create a safe environment for meaningful dialogue.
  • We say what we mean and mean what we say.
  • We have fun as a way to build a sense of community.

Meaningful work/Responsiveness

  • We listen to understand.
  • We respond to the needs of the community.
  • We work to improve people’s lives in a meaningful way.

Entrepreneurial/Solutions-oriented

  • We look for innovative ways to solve community issues.
  • We ask different questions in different ways.
  • We inspire others to be part of their community’s success

Change agent (creating a culture of change)

  • We are committed to action.
  • We are committed to work with, not in community.
  • We foster the power in people for use in their own lives, their communities, and society.

Results-oriented

  • We base our decisions on research.
  • We monitor and evaluate the impact of our work.
  • We earn credibility by showing impact