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Infographic showing various job openings at Making A Difference Foundation in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 60% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 30% Temporary. Highlights an 80% Physical, and 20% Remote job distribution.

WCCN Climate Resilient Architect - temp. stipend role through end of November'26

Making A Difference Foundation

Tacoma, WA • On-site

$18/hr

Temporary

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Service Term: Now – November 2026
Positions: (20-40 hours/week) ; Stipend: $18/hour (not employment-no benefits)

Position Summary

MADF seeks a WCCN Architect to support climate-resilient agriculture, water conservation, and community education across Pierce County. These roles will lead the design and installation of drip irrigation and rainwater harvesting systems, support youth curriculum, and deliver hands-on training for BIPOC farmers and at-risk youth. Architects will be promoting climate justice, food sovereignty, and long-term community resilience.

Key Responsibilities

Climate-Resilient Infrastructure (40%)

  • Design, install, maintain drip irrigation and rainwater harvesting systems.
  • Document implementation steps and support development of replicable toolkits.

Education & Community Workshops (30%)

  • Deliver hands-on workshops for BIPOC farmers and youth on sustainable water management, climate-resilient farming, and drought mitigation.
  • Support curriculum design for the Rising Roots youth program.
  • Create accessible training materials and demonstrations.

Program Evaluation & Best Practices (15%)

  • Track system performance and water-use reduction.
  • Conduct feedback sessions with farmers/youth.
  • Develop “how-to” guides, success stories, and best-practice documentation.

Community Engagement & Partnership Support (15%)

  • Participate in community events, farm tours, and outreach.
  • Work collaboratively with partners such as Pierce Conservation District, Tilth Alliance, and WSU Extension.
  • Strengthen peer-to-peer learning among youth and farmers.

Professional Development & Benefits

  • Training in drip irrigation, rainwater harvesting, climate-resilient agriculture, and community engagement.
  • Mentorship from BIPOC farmers, sustainability educators, or MADF program staff.
  • Networking with regional climate leaders and participation in community sustainability events.
  • Leadership development in workshop facilitation, curriculum design, nonprofit operations, and community organizing.

Requirements

Minimum:

  1. Commitment to climate justice and environmental equity
  2. Ability to perform hands-on outdoor work
  3. Strong teamwork and communication skills
  4. Interest in agriculture, sustainability, or environmental justice

Preferred:

  • Experience in gardening/farming
  • Lived or professional experience within BIPOC or overburdened communities
  • Experience working in or with BIPOC-led organizations
  • Experience teaching or leading youth/volunteers
  • Familiarity with irrigation or green infrastructure concepts

Benefits

Because this is a stipend service position, you are not eligible for employee benefits, including health insurance, paid leave, or retirement benefits.