Greater Portland Council of Governments

We're hiring a Regional Transportation Planner to join our dynamic team!? ? We're looking for someone to manage a variety of transportation plans and studies, identify and recommend projects for funding, and support GPCOG's transportation work.? ? We offer: ? ?? An annual salary in the low sixties/mid-seventies for the right candidate ? ?? Hybrid and flexible work environment ? ?? Competitive benefits? ?? A fun team!? ? Sound interesting? Then we want to hear from you! Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until April 16, 2025.

Mark your calendars! ?? CLIMATEWORK MAINE is hosting their 3rd Annual Summit on Maine's Economy & Climate Change. Whether you are a business owner looking to adopt sustainable practices or an advocate for change in your local area, this summit will equip you with the tools you need to drive climate action effectively. Together, we can forge a better future for Maine. It’s time to come together, share ideas, and collaborate on innovative solutions that address the pressing challenges of climate change. Register for the summit here: https://lnkd.in/eUr4QFpX

Exciting News for Coastal Communities! ?? The Community Intertidal Data Portal (CIDP) just got a major upgrade — with 3 powerful new tools to support coastal planning and management in Casco Bay! ?? Harbormaster Map Viewer View mooring fields, track navigation projects, find public boat launches, and more — all in one place. ?? Aquaculture Decision Support Map Explore habitat data, wildlife locations, and aquaculture stats to make informed decisions about proposed and existing lease sites. ?? Rising Tides, Resilient Communities Story Map See how January’s coastal storms impacted our shores and access guidance for preparing for future storms and sea level rise. These tools are free and designed to support everyone who cares about Casco Bay’s future — from harbormasters to aquaculture farmers to community planners. Explore the new tools & share your feedback! ??? Data Portal - bit.ly/IntertidalData ?? Survey - https://arcg.is/5Djym #CascoBay #CoastalResilience #Aquaculture #HarbormasterTools #IntertidalData #CommunityScience

Yesterday our Resilience Corps Fellows visited the State House for the Legislative Day of Awareness to bring lawmakers' attention to the critical work of Americorps volunteers around the state. They were sworn in and acknowledged for their service in the Hall of Flags, and Resilience Corps Fellow Brian Wilcenski shared some thoughts about the program with WABI.TV. ???? Thank you for your service, Resilience Corps Fellows! Volunteer Maine #AmeriCorpsWeek https://lnkd.in/eSY6aHVS

To close out #AmeriCorpsWeek, our Resilience Corps Fellows spent the day yesterday at the Capitol chatting with legislators in the Hall of Flags about their #service and the impact of #AmeriCorps on the Greater Portland region! Were grateful for everything they’re doing to make Maine more resilient this year. ?? #AmeriCorpsWorks Volunteer Maine AmeriCorps

Happy #DayoftheA! During #AmeriCorpsWeek, we proudly spotlight our current and former @AmeriCorps members from our Resilience Corps Fellowship program sporting their iconic ??? as they serve the greater Portland region. ? Join AmeriCorps to recognize the extraordinary members as they lead America to greatness: https://lnkd.in/gHXCX2iH ? #AmeriCorpsWeek #AmeriCorpsWorks Volunteer Maine

Are you EV-curious? Do you want to know what's true and what's a myth about Electric Vehicles? Have a listen to Greater Portland Council of Governments' experts, Jonathan Gagne and Laura Qualey. https://lnkd.in/gSbeW6ih

The Greater Portland Council of Governments announced it will receive?$11.1 million?in federal money to enhance digital literacy and cyber safety programming for seniors at community hubs and expand workforce development opportunities in the region and the state. The goal is to build upon ongoing efforts to connect underserved communities by providing training for local tech support volunteers, increasing internet safety awareness through partnerships with law enforcement, and ensuring that Maine’s rural and aging populations have the skills necessary to thrive in a digital economy, said Clara McCool, regional broadband manager at the Greater Portland Council of Governments, in a press release. “Strategies include providing affordable devices and affordable internet access, and teaching people how to stay safe when online,” McCool said. “We’ll help everyone realize the benefits of digital technology, such as how to use a video conferencing app to connect with their doctor.”

The merger of Metro and South Portland Bus is great news for taxpayers and riders.

Here hiring a Sustainability Program Associate to join a dynamic team! We're looking for someone to collect & analyze data, support clean transportation initiatives, and use data to tell compelling stories. ? We offer: ? ?? An annual salary in the low fifties for the right candidate ? ?? Hybrid and flexible work environment ? ?? Competitive benefits? ?? A fun team!? ? Sound interesting? Then we want to hear from you! Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until Sunday, January 26, 2025. Submit an application through the linked portal below to apply! ?? https://lnkd.in/dMjjqJVn