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The Community Liaison – North Shore is a seasonal, front‑facing role within Keep Tahoe Blue’s Community Programs Department. This position serves as Keep Tahoe Blue’s primary on‑the‑ground representative at the organization’s North Shore property and throughout North Shore communities during peak visitor and engagement months (approximately May–September).

This position will report directly to the Chief Strategy Officer with administrative support from the Staff Operations Manager. This position will be stationed out of Keep Tahoe Blue’s temporary North Shore office (Tahoe City or Kings Beach), with occasional travel required to the organization’s HQ in South Lake Tahoe.

The Community Liaison focuses on building relationships, supporting outreach and educational engagement, and increasing Keep Tahoe Blue’s visibility and trust within North Shore communities – including Truckee, Tahoe City, Tahoma, Kings Beach, Dollar Point, Incline Village, and others. The role translates Keep Tahoe Blue’s mission, science, education programs and priorities into accessible, community‑centered experiences, while also bringing community insights back to staff to inform organizational learning and impact.

Essential Functions / Principal Responsibilities

•  Represent Keep Tahoe Blue at community events, outreach opportunities, partner activations, and local gatherings on the North Shore
• Deliver educational presentations and informal outreach for diverse audiences, adapting messaging to community context and audience needs
• Build and maintain relationships with community groups, nonprofit partners, schools, and agency partners across the North Shore
• Support and help host engagement activities and public‑facing experiences at the North Shore property
• Assist with the planning and coordination of community convenings and listening sessions to understand local needs, challenges, and opportunities
• Provide logistical support for outreach events, including setup, materials preparation, volunteer coordination, and day‑of event support
• Track outreach activities, community interactions, and engagement outcomes using Keep Tahoe Blue systems and tools
• Prepare brief written summaries or reports capturing community feedback, lessons learned, and outreach outcomes for internal teams
• Collaborate with staff across Community Programs, Communications, Partnerships, Natural Resources, and Philanthropy on seasonal initiatives and special projects as directed.
• Attend meetings and events as required; flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays during peak season

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Experience

Required:

• Strong interpersonal, public‑speaking, and customer‑service skills; comfort engaging the public in both formal and informal settings
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to set priorities, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects and relationships simultaneously
• Ability to work effectively with teams, diverse individuals, and community partners
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications and internet‑based tools
• Willingness and physical ability to work outdoors, potentially in inclement weather; position requires standing for extended periods and lifting up to 25–40 pounds
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred:

• Familiarity with Lake Tahoe communities, environmental issues, or community engagement work in the Tahoe Basin
• Experience supporting community outreach, volunteer coordination, or public‑facing events
• Interest and passion for environmental conservation and Keep Tahoe Blue’s mission to protect, restore, and advocate for the ecosystem health and scenic beauty of the Lake Tahoe Basin
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred but not required

Education and Keep Tahoe Blue Specific Requirements

Required:

• Education level commensurate with the position; relevant experience may substitute for formal education Keep Tahoe Blue Specific Requirements
• Employees are required to have a vehicle in good working order and must provide proof of a valid driver’s license, vehicle registration, and insurance prior to employment
• Employee vehicle must be dependable for travel throughout the Lake Tahoe Basin and function in all weather conditions, including heavy snow
• As a condition of employment, employee must maintain minimum automobile insurance coverage at their own expensePosition requires some physical activity such as bending, stooping, lifting, and carrying; must be able to lift at least 25 pounds

Keep Tahoe Blue Specific Requirements

• Must have a reliable vehicle with a valid driver’s license, registration, and insurance
• Vehicle must be suitable for travel throughout the Tahoe Basin and surrounding regions
• Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 pounds as needed
• Attendance required at key Keep Tahoe Blue events

Pay, Hours and Time Requirements

• Expected Pay: $20-25 per hour
• Schedule: Full-time
• Employment duration: Temporary/Seasonal Associate
• Start Date: 5/1/2026
• End Date: 9/30/2026
• Two positions available

Additional Benefits

• Mileage reimbursement
• Cell phone stipend
• Cool Keep Tahoe Blue swag

Location Requirements

• Location type: On-site (North Lake Tahoe)

Apply

If this sounds like the job for you, please fill out this application form or click the ” Apply ” button above. The last day to apply is Friday, April 3, 2026.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We also encourage people from differing life experiences to consider how they may be a fit for any of our positions and encourage anyone with adjacent skills and a passion for conservation or Lake Tahoe to apply.