Organization: Massachusetts Smart Growth Alliance
Position Title: Deputy Director/Policy Manager
Location: Boston, Massachusetts
Dates and compensation: Full-time; starting salary $65,000-75,000
Application Deadline: Position open until filled
Description: The Massachusetts Smart Growth Alliance (MSGA) seeks a full-time Deputy Director to coordinate our state policy campaigns and manage organizational operations. This position will be responsible for leading our advocacy with the Administration and Legislature, coordinating with the MSGA Steering Committee and other policy allies, supporting fundraising efforts, supervising the Office Manager, and overseeing organizational systems and major events. This position reports to the Executive Director.
How to Apply: After reviewing the linked job description above, please send your resume and cover letter expressing interest and qualifications to [email protected]. Please include “Deputy Director” in the subject line.
Organization: Potomac Conservancy
Position Title: Community Conservation Director
Location: Silver Spring, Maryland
Dates and compensation: This is a full‐time position (40 hours per week) with a competitive salary that will reflect the experience and skills you bring to the job. In addition to staff outings on the river, benefits include medical and dental coverage; 18 days paid time off per year; 10 holidays per year; working with bright, fun coworkers; and interacting with an engaged board of directors.
Application Deadline: January 14, 2015
Description: The Director of Community Conservation directs the outreach and public engagement work of Potomac Conservancy and reports to the President. Through our Community Conservation program, we mobilize thousands of volunteers in hands-on work to raise awareness, inspire action and empower our friends and neighbors to make a difference in their communities.
This is an exciting leadership position at the heart of the most vibrant, nimble, river-centric environmental organization in the region today. Founded in 1993, Potomac Conservancy is the area’s leading clean water advocate advancing an agenda to ensure the Potomac River boasts clean drinking water, healthy lands, and connected communities. We combine the grassroots power of over 10,000 members and online activists with local land conservation and policy initiatives to strengthen the Voice of the Nation’s River.
You will be joining an entrepreneurial team of dedicated staff members who seek to improve water quality for the Potomac and its tributaries by mobilizing and growing an impassioned base of river advocates to impart change at the local and state levels. As Director of Community Conservation, you will be responsible for outreach activities and events that build community amongst individuals within targeted geographies in Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia. Specifically, you’ll lead innovative and engaging recreation and environmental stewardship opportunities. In addition, you will also be responsible for the recruitment and management of the Conservancy’s volunteers and engaging them in important local clean water policy initiatives when appropriate.
Responsibilities:
- Help to shape the overall strategic direction of the community engagement programs;
- Implement and assess community engagement initiatives that help folks have fun along the river and “get their hands dirty;”
- Conduct high-level outreach and relationship building with a diverse array of volunteers;
- Manage, train, and recruit a special contingent of volunteers to represent the Conservancy at the River Center and community events;
- Create appropriate systems to recruit, track, retain and upgrade volunteers and other program participants in a central database;
- Draft compelling promotional emails, social media posts, and other communications;
- Assist in developing and writing blog posts and articles for the website and newsletter;
- Help coordinate grassroots support for Potomac Conservancy policy campaigns;
- Track and manage grants which fund Community Conservation activities.
Qualifications: This is a demanding role that requires energy, drive, and talent in a wide range of areas with 3‐5 years
of outreach experience. The core competencies include:
Ability to plan, implement, and adapt programs that engage and inspire.
Project, staff, and volunteer management skills.
Outstanding interpersonal capabilities with strong written and oral communication skills.
Professional judgment, self‐motivation, and results‐oriented delivery on short timelines.
Strong strategic, creative, and innovative thinking.
Strong teamwork skills with an ability to work independently without close supervision.
A commitment to diversity and working with diverse populations in the DC metro area.
A passion for protecting our local lands and waters, and connecting people this mission.
Fluency in English is a requirement. Fluency in other languages is desirable, especially Spanish,
but not necessary.
Flexibility to work some irregular days and hours, including evenings and weekends.
How to Apply: To be considered, please submit a compelling cover letter, along with your resume and at least 1 writing sample to [email protected] with “Community Conservation Director” in the subject line.
Organization: Rising Sun Energy Center
Position Title: Regional Manager, California Youth Energy Services
Location: Berkeley, California
Application Deadline: Position open until filled
Description: The Regional Manager leads and manages the CYES program in 4-6 partner cities across the East Bay, Marin, and Sonoma counties. Responsibilities include program planning, program implementation, and program management. This position directly supervises a full-time Regional Outreach Manager (ROM). In addition to managing the ROM year-round, the Regional Manager also directly supervises 8-12 seasonal managers, and indirectly supervises 36-54 youth. This position is based in Berkeley; however, there is regular travel to cities in his/her region.
The Regional Manager reports to the Director of Youth Programs, is accountable for the success of the CYES program in his/her region, and with the entire CYES team, is responsible for overall success of the program. We are looking for individuals with strong experience managing people and programs, who can work both autonomously and as part of a team. Leadership, organization, and adaptability are key skills for this position.
Experience working with young adults (15-22) and a passion for the environment is strongly preferred. This is a full-time, exempt position. Salary is commensurate with experience; full benefits package offered.
Responsibilities:
Program Planning Within Your Regionl Lead and oversee the planning of and preparation for the CYES program, including but not limited to:
o Act as primary point-of-contact for partner organizations (municipalities, utilities, etc.)
o Recruit, interview, and hire 40+ local youth for the summer program
o Work with city contacts to secure site office locations for each of your CYES sites
o Recruit, interview, and hire 10+ summer managers
Work with the CYES team to plan and design seasonal manager and youth training; Oversee the outreach campaign and outreach staff to ensure programmatic goals are met; Conduct outreach as needed: phone calls, attending community events, etc., to generate client leads; Work with Operations Coordinator/CYES team to coordinate logistics, forms, inventory, supplies, etc.; Collaborate with the Director of Youth Programs, Senior Program Manager, and other Regional Managers to develop and track site and program goals, manage program budgets, and determine overall program strategy;
Program Implementation within your Region
Co-lead a 1.5 week long CYES training for summer managers; Facilitate weekly summer manager meetings; While program is in operation visit sites multiple times a week to troubleshoot, problem-solve, manage, and provide support; Provide direction on and resolve any summer staff issues; Monitor data collection and inventory tracking, performing quality control audits at site offices; Complete end-of-program invoicing and reporting for cities, utilities, and municipalities
Program Management
- Directly manage and supervise the Regional Outreach Manager for your region, overseeing the recruitment of CYES customers and other local outreach activities
- Directly manage and supervise summer staff
- Responsible for the overall performance of all site offices in your region, including staff performance, meeting site installation goals, quality control and assurance, and successful outreach campaigns
- Ensure organizational, operational, and risk management policies are followed by all summer staff
- Ensure youth and managers have a fun and successful summer and that they are growing and learning
- Track and maintain program goals within your region
- Help guide the direction and improvement of the CYES program overall
- Additional projects and duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Masters degree or BA/BS degree with related commensurate experience
- 2-4 years of experience in program management and youth development and/or workforce development
- Knowledge of, or working experience, in energy efficiency/sustainability/environmental education
- Demonstrated ability to lead and manage programs/projects, be able to multi-task, solve problems,
delegate tasks, and manage a large staff
- Excellent computer skills: word processing, spreadsheet software, database management
- Excellent written and oral communication; networking; and conflict management and resolution skills
- Ability to work and thrive under pressure; highly flexible and adaptable; must be a self-starter.
REQUIREMENTS
- Own a car with valid driver’s license and insurance; ability to travel 75% of time during program dates
- Bilingual (Spanish, Mandarin, Vietnamese, Tagalog) strongly preferred
- Ability to work some flexible hours (e.g., evenings and weekends)
- Ability to lift 15+ pounds, climb a ladder, and to walk up to one mile at a time
PREFERENCES
- Experience working with youth ages 15-22 in a professional capacity
- CPR and First Aid certified
How to Apply: Send your cover letter, resume, and list of 3 professional references to [email protected]. Please reference “Regional Manager” in the subject line. No phone calls please.
Workshop title: Winter Forest Ecology
Organization: Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies
Location: Cary Institute Plant Science Building, 2801 Sharon Turnpike (Route 44), Millbrook, New York
Date: Wednesday, January 28, 2015 – 8:00am to 3:00pm
Registration deadline: January 16, 2015
Description: As part of our year-long School Woodland Ecosystem Study Project, please join us for our second teacher workshop where we will explore two investigations designed to help students understand that diversity matters.
We will compare decomposition rates and learn about differences in herbivory between different tree species, and hear about work from two of our scientists on these topics. You will also have the opportunity to learn how to identify trees in the winter using bark and twigs.
Lunch will be provided. Space is limited, so register early!
How to register: Register online at the Cary Institute’s workshop page.
Organization: Sewanee University of the South
Position Title: Farm Manager
Location: Sewanee, Tennessee
Application Deadline: January 20, 2015
Description: The University of the South, popularly known as Sewanee, seeks a University Farm Manager to fill a key role in supporting the continued development of a college farm, where students are able to participate physically and intellectually. The University Farm Manager will also enhance student learning through demonstration and presentation of agroecological concepts and a wide range of organic food production/consumption skills with an emphasis on integration with the academic program.
Responsibilities: The University Farm Manager shall create a welcoming atmosphere for student participation, keep accurate records, cultivate community partners and supporters, provide material and logistical support regarding University farming endeavors. The focus of the farm operation includes: student organic garden and orchard and possible production scale fruits and vegetables for dining services; animal husbandry for educational farm operation and possible food production.
Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree (preferred) and a minimum of five years’ experience in small scale farm production and/or farming with an educational component. Candidate must possess leadership skills and be able to work with a broad spectrum of individuals. Salary and benefits will be commensurate with qualifications.
How to Apply: The selection process will begin immediately. Potential candidates must submit their credentials by January 20, 2015. Questions may be addressed to Marvin Pate, Director of Sustainability Integration ([email protected]). Interested individuals should submit a cover letter, resume, and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three references to the link above.
Organization: New England Interstate Water Pollution Control Commission
Position Title: IEC District Intern
Location: The incumbent will work part-time at the Interstate Environmental Commission Laboratory, College of Staten Island, Staten Island, New York and at various field locations throughout the Tri-State area.
Dates and compensation: Spring or Summer 2015; This is a paid position; it is estimated that the position will require 15 hours per week. The approximate start date is February 2, 2015 (for spring). It is anticipated that this position will extend to June 30, 2015, with a possible extension into summer.
Application Deadline: January 9 (spring) and January 16 (summer), 2015
Description: The New England Interstate Water Pollution Control Commission serves as a forum for interstate communication and coordination on water related pollution control efforts among all the New England States and New York State.
In May 2012, NEIWPCC entered into an agreement with the IEC District to assist their three compact members (NY, NJ, and CT) in meeting their most pressing water resource, quality, and wastewater treatment concerns, both within and across state boundaries. NEIWPCC is working with the IEC District in meeting their diverse needs by providing fiduciary responsibility, staff and technical assistance, analysis and support for a broad array of water resource areas.
Responsibilities:
- Assist staff to support IEC’s inspection program related to municipal discharges, industrial discharges, pump stations, and dry-weather CSO and MS4 discharges, including:
o Assist with pre-inspection tasks, including equipment calibration and maintenance, sterilization and preparation of bottles, coolers and sampling equipment.
o Assist with inspections at wastewater treatment plants and other industrial/municipal facilities, pump stations, and ORI sites, including sampling and analysis in the field as scheduled by Senior Manager.
o Assist with sampling analysis and bench work in the laboratory as needed.
o Assist with routine laboratory quality control activities and housekeeping.
- Assist staff to support IEC’s monitoring program related to ambient water quality, short-notice sampling, and other projects, including:
o Assist with boat-based surveys.
o Utilize portable monitoring equipment to collect field measurements.
o Assist with collecting ambient water samples and assist with data collection and recording of field measurements.
o Assist with the preservation and transport of samples, as required.
o Assist with laboratory analyses in accordance with established procedures and methods.
- Assist with public outreach and education and other projects, as assigned.
- Assist with data entry, as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications: Education: Minimum of 3 years towards a Bachelor’s Degree in environmental science, biology, or closely related field. Ideal applicants will be highly motivated, detail-oriented, and flexible with a willingness to work in laboratory and field settings.
Required:
- Strong interest in environmental issues and desire to learn.
- Prior field and laboratory experience
- Excellent computer skills, including Excel and website experience.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Comfortable driving in and around the Tri-State Area (CT, NJ, and NY).
- Knowledge of and experience with water quality sampling and analysis procedures.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
Desired:
- Advanced computer skills, including Access and GIS software.
- Knowledge and experience with aspects of water quality and watershed management.
- Knowledge of and experience with laboratory and field quality assurance/quality control and safety procedures.
- Experience with wastewater treatment facility inspection process/procedures.
- Experience and capability in working with state and local water/wastewater agencies.
- Knowledge and understanding of federal and state environmental laws and regulations.
- Knowledge of surface water hydrology.
- Knowledge of wastewater collection and treatment plan engineering design and operation practices.
- Knowledge of EPA and NYSDEC wastewater, stormwater, and CSO rules and regulations.
How to Apply: Send submissions to: NEIWPCC, Attn: Human Resources, 650 Suffolk Street, Suite 410, Lowell, MA 01854 or via email to [email protected]
Organization: Massachusetts Smart Growth Alliance
Position Title: Great Neighborhoods Program Manager
Location: Boston, Massachusetts
Dates and compensation: Full-time; starting salary $50,000-60,000
Application Deadline: Position open until filled
Description: The Massachusetts Smart Growth Alliance seeks a full-time Program Manager to oversee our Great Neighborhoods initiative, which supports a network of smart growth practitioners and projects across the state. The Manager will be responsible for building the Great Neighborhoods Network, developing tools and resources to support community leaders, developing and managing Network events, and coordinating with local/state partners and consultants to deliver technical assistance. This position reports to the Executive Director.
How to Apply: After reviewing the linked job description above, please send your resume and cover letter expressing interest and qualifications to [email protected]. Please include “Great Neighborhoods Manager” in the subject line.
Organization: New England Clean Energy Council
Position Title: Policy Analyst
Location: Boston, Massachusetts
Application Deadline: Position open until filled
Description: Public policies are major drivers for the clean energy industry, which operates in a highly complex market and regulated environment. All six New England states have implemented a portfolio of clean energy policies and a diverse set of nation leading programs to create demand for and support the development of markets for clean energy technologies, products and services. These and other policies and programs also provide support to nascent and emerging clean energy businesses to enable their development and long-term viability. Together these policies have both near- and long-term impacts on the acceleration of regional clean energy companies and jobs, and the adoption of clean energy solutions to energy and environmental concerns, including energy costs, energy source diversity, energy security and reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) and other emissions.
NECEC is seeking a Policy Analyst to support its Policy and Government Affairs team. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Policy and Government Affairs, the Policy Analyst will be responsible for supporting the policy development and policy communications efforts of NECEC across New England and the Northeast at the state, regional and federal level.
Responsibilities: Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Literature review, policy research and data analysis
- Drafting of memoranda, white papers and presentations based on research and analysis
- Creation and maintenance of data bases on clean energy development and trends
- Regulatory and legislative bill tracking and preparation of summary reports
- Communications and logistical support to the Policy Committee and related working groups
- Development of presentations and meeting materials
- Administrative support to the Vice President, including coordination of meetings, scheduling and other support as needed
Qualifications: Qualified candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in economics, political science, environmental or energy policy, business or engineering or a related field and 3 years of experience in the energy industry. A master’s degree can substitute for 1-2 years of experience. Candidates should also be able to demonstrate:
- Excellent written and oral communications skills
- Strong analytical and technical capabilities
- Ability to work independently, with initial guidance
- Flexibility
- Ability to tackle multiple assignments simultaneously
- Close attention to detail
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Microsoft Office
This full time position is a tremendous opportunity to work with seasoned energy policy experts and provides exposure to some of the most successful and rapidly growing businesses in the clean energy industry in New England and nationally.
How to Apply: Please send your resume, cover letter explaining how your skills will support the Policy and Government Affairs activities of the New England Clean Energy Council, three references, and a short writing sample to [email protected].
Organization: Mid-Atlantic Regional Council on the Ocean
Position Title: Executive Director
Location: The successful candidate must live in the Mid-Atlantic region. It is desired that the employee’s primary office is located in a state office building. Frequent travel required within in the region. Must provide own transportation.
Dates and compensation: One-year contract; Salary commensurate with experience. Reimbursement is available for travel expenses and necessary supplies. No benefits provided (other than accrued paid leave).
Application Deadline: January 5, 2015
Description: The Mid-Atlantic Regional Council on the Ocean (MARCO) is seeking candidates for the position of Executive Director. This is a leadership position with organizational responsibilities to advance the interests of MARCO www.midatlanticocean.org. The successful candidate will exhibit the vision, leadership, management and entrepreneurial skills required to transition MARCO to an outcome-driven organization that delivers products and services of value to the five Mid-Atlantic States — New York, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland and Virginia. The Executive Director works on behalf of the MARCO States and reports to and serves at the pleasure of the MARCO Management Board. This is a one-year contractual position with potential for renewal.
Responsibilities: MARCO is at a pivotal time as an organization. A strong, nimble and effective leader is needed to: propose and execute actions that achieve MARCO priorities; deliver outcomes and tangible results from existing grants and funding; seek new funding opportunities and strategic partnerships; and ensure deliverables are on time and of high quality.
The successful candidate must possess professional enthusiasm, an entrepreneurial spirit and the ability to innovate.
The Executive Director is responsible for leadership and management of MARCO in accordance with strategic direction set by the MARCO Management Board and in collaboration with the Assistant Director and staff (Communications Manager and Program Assistant), including:
Leadership
Develop a strategic plan to guide MARCO actions with clear goals, objectives and milestones that will advance its interests.
Identify, assess and inform the Management Board of internal and external issues that affect the organization and maintain a working knowledge of significant developments and trends that could affect the organization.
Act as a candid advisor to the Management Board on all aspects of the organization’s activities and foster effective team work.
Understand the diverse perspectives of the MARCO States and identify and pursue solutions that continue to move the organization forward consistent with its mission.
Establish sound working relationships and cooperative arrangements with federal and state agencies, coastal and ocean partners, and other organizations.
Develop materials to influence policy and legislation to advance the organization’s shared goals.
Act as a spokesperson for the organization.
Program Operations
Develop an annual operational action plan with achievable goals and objectives.
Ensure operations meet expectations of the Board and, when appropriate, its funders.
Ensure that the programs and services offered by MARCO contribute to the organization’s mission and reflect the priorities of the Board.
Oversee the planning, development, and timely execution of special projects and contracts.
Report program plans, activities and accomplishments to the Board in a timely manner.
Human Resources
Determine staffing requirements for organizational management and program delivery.
Oversee the implementation of the human resources policies, procedures and practices including the development of job descriptions for all staff.
Recruit, interview and select staff to help further the organization’s mission.
Financial Planning and Development
Prepare annual budgets for the organization.
Actively seek and secure funding for the operation and growth of the organization.
Oversee grant proposal preparation and submission and track proposals to prospective funders.
Develop and maintain ongoing relationships with major funders.
Ensure financial management procedures are sound, transparent and consistent with best management practices.
Outreach and Communications/Community Relations/Advocacy
Conduct outreach to Congress and federal agencies.
Build and/or work with coalitions to advance the shared interests of MARCO.
Track and inform the Board of all relevant Congressional and Federal agency activities.
Communicate with stakeholders and the general public.
Present at conferences and meetings as requested.
Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in coastal, environmental or ocean policy, management or science, preferred. Bachelor’s considered with relevant experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of leadership and management principles.
Knowledge of human resources management, financial and project management.
Strong interpersonal skills, confident social behavior and comfortable in situations requiring assertiveness.
Able to positively influence others to achieve results for the organization.
Able to assess options and actions based on trends and conditions in the organizational environment, and the vision and values of the organization.
Able to speak, listen and write in an objective, clear, persuasive, thorough and timely manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques.
Able to establish and maintain positive working relationships with others, both internally and externally, to achieve the goals of the organization.
Proficiency in the use of technology and computers for: Word processing, presentations, spreadsheets, e-mail, internet, social media.
Experience
Five (5) or more years of progressive experience in a leadership or program management position in a coastal, ocean or natural resource field.
Professional experience in managing a not-for-profit organization, including legal, financial, and general management responsibilities with established track record of fundraising success, is preferred.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should prepare and submit an application package that includes:
cover letter (summarizing interest in, and qualifications for, the position);
detailed résumé; writing sample up to 3 pages; three references (including name, title, mailing and e-mail addresses, phone number); and salary history and desired salary range.
Applications missing any of the above items will be deemed incomplete and may not be considered.
All documents must be submitted by e-mail. The application must be directed to the e-mail address below with EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR in the subject line. No phone calls, please. The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
Kimberly Barber
MARCO Program Assistant
[email protected]
Organization: Surfrider Foundation
Position Title: Environmental Internship
Location: San Clemente, California
Application Deadline: Rolling
Description: At our headquarters in San Clemente, CA we offer university level students the ability to do worthwhile internships. Internships are typically available in the Environmental, Legal, Marketing, International and Chapter departments.
Dillon Henry Memorial Internships
Created in 2007 by his parents, Harriet Zaretsky and Stephen Henry, the Dillon Henry Memorial Internship was created to honor Dillon’s memory, recognize his commitment to the oceans and coastal environment and help young people to pursue a career in coastal and marine conservation. This endowment provides funding for the Surfrider Foundation to hire and train the best and brightest interns each year. Funds are used to provide stipends for two qualified internships annually to work with Surfrider Foundation’s Environmental Department and/or Legal Department.
Interns are required to work a minimum of twelve weeks and must attend an informal meeting with the fund’s donors during their internship. The Dillon Henry Memorial Internship provides a unique opportunity for emerging leaders in the environmental field to train with the leading grassroots, environmental non-profit focused on the protection of the world’s oceans, waves and beaches.
For further information, please email [email protected]
Organization: American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy
Position Title: Utilites, State, and Local Policy Program Intern
Location: Washington, DC
Dates and compensation: This is a 12-16 week internship starting in early January 2015 and may be extended into the summer. The project will require a time commitment of 20-40 hours/week.; This is a paid internship.
Application Deadline: Rolling
Description: ACEEE, a leading national nonprofit research organization based in Washington, D.C., seeks an intern for its for its Utilities, State, and Local Policy Program. ACEEE act as a catalyst to advance energy efficiency policies, programs, technologies, investments, and behaviors.
The intern will support ACEEE’s Utilities, State, and Local Policy Program providing assistance for energy efficiency policy research. For local policy, the intern’s primary task will be data collection and analysis for a report assessing the progress of U.S. and Canadian cities toward improving the energy performance of their local government, buildings sector and community as a whole. For state policy, the intern will provide research and administrative support for the State Energy Efficiency Scorecard and the State and Local Policy Database. Specifically, this position will support data collection efforts related to utility and state government programs. The intern may also contribute to other state policy work, including research on mature utility programs, on an as-needed basis.
Responsibilities:
Collect city greenhouse gas or energy inventories, other energy performance data sets, and document the related goals set by these cities.
Complete basic analysis of the findings from this research. Time permitting, the intern may also begin writing the performance assessment report and/or assisting in interview with city staff regarding efficiency strategies.
Manage updates to database of state-led efficiency programs using publically available data.
Assist with organization of utility data, including outreach to state contacts, as part of the State Scorecard.
Contribute to research on high-performing utilities by gathering information on program offerings and achieved savings.
Assist, as needed, with other administrative, research and outreach tasks related to state and local energy efficiency policy.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, preferably working towards an advanced degree in a relevant academic area.
- Interest in and familiarity with a range of energy efficiency policies and/or local level sustainability policies strongly preferred. Familiarity with energy-efficient technologies preferred, but not required.
- Strong internet and interview-based research ability. Experience researching legislation and policy strongly preferred.
- Experience with basic quantitative analysis, including experience working with large datasets in Microsoft Excel.
- Strong writing and oral communication skills required.
- Self-motivation and ability to manage multiple assignments (as needed), work efficiently, and meet deadlines.
How to Apply: Please send a resume with cover letter and brief (1-2 pages) writing sample to [email protected]. Please use “State and Local Policy Intern” in the subject header. We do not accept calls about our internships.
Organization: Urban Adamah
Position Title: Associate Director
Location: Berkeley, California
Dates and compensation: Start date Winter/Spring, 2015
Application Deadline: January 4, 2014
Description: Our farm is currently located on a one-acre undeveloped lot in the heart of Berkeley, which we temporarily lease, and includes raised beds for vegetables, flowers, herbs and fruit, greenhouses, an aquaponics system, teaching tents, meditation spaces, chickens, bees and milking goats. All farm structures are designed to be portable, and were innovatively constructed with mostly recycled and sustainable materials.
While the Urban Adamah Fellowship is our core program, our farm has quickly evolved into a thriving Jewish environmental education center and gathering place for the entire Bay Area Jewish community. We now offer a robust set of youth programs and camps, holiday celebrations, workshops and public programs, which we continue to develop to meet the needs and interests of our participants.
Responsibilities: The Associate Director manages multiple programmatic and administrative areas within the organization.
Program Vision and Management Strategic guidance
- Supervision and support
- Budget development and oversight
- Program evaluation and support
- Curriculum design support
- Communications and marketing support
- Leadership for new program initiatives
Administration and Site Management
- Standardizing staff evaluation and performance review protocols
- Supervising upgrading/maintenance of all back-end systems related to marketing, fundraising and database management.
- Staff training and professional development
Additional Roles and Responsibilities
- Public Relations
- Communications and Marketing
- Board Development and Support
- Teaching – internally and externally – in any appropriate topic area including but not limited to the core strategic program areas of Jewish tradition, sustainable agriculture, mindfulness and social action.
- New Projects
Qualifications: We are looking for someone who is in personal alignment with the mission, values and heart/mind/body/spirit approach of Urban Adamah. Individual should have strong and proven communication, administrative and management skills, and a minimum of 3 years of management experience. Individual should be detail oriented, able to manage multiple projects at once, skilled in Microsoft Office and have a strong track record of successful program and people management.
How to Apply: Complete the on-line application available at: www.urbanadamah.org/about-us/job-opportunities/associate-director
Application submittal includes: cover letter, resume with three professional references and responses to three short questions.
Organization: Meridian Institute
Position Title: Meridian Fellowship Program
Location: Meridian has two offices (Washington, D.C. and Dillon, CO), and Fellows may be placed in either office, depending on staffing needs.
Dates and compensation: The Fellowship will begin summer 2015. The Fellowship is a two-year position, contingent upon performance and needs of the organization. Meridian leadership and the Fellow will periodically review the Fellow’s performance and interest throughout the Fellowship. Fellows will be encouraged to explore a variety of post-Fellowship career choices, including graduate school and employment with other organizations.; First year Fellows are offered a minimum salary of $30,000 per year in a non-exempt position. An excellent benefits package is included.
Application Deadline: February 6, 2015
Description: Meridian Institute is pleased to announce position openings for Project Assistants within the Meridian Fellowship Program – an opportunity for recent college graduates to work on varied and highly complex public policy issues, learn about the field of multi-party collaborative problem solving, and engage with leaders from a variety of sectors and interest groups. Meridian has two offices (Washington, D.C. and Dillon, CO), and Fellows may be placed in either office, depending on staffing needs.
Responsibilities: Meridian Fellows provide research, writing, and other types of support for projects focusing on a wide variety of challenging issues. Meridian Fellows may:
- Assist in the preparation of meeting materials and summaries, press releases, and other communications
- Help prepare for new projects by researching and developing background documents
- Interview or otherwise engage participants in Meridian processes, including leaders of the private, non-profit, and government sectors
- Help plan, attend, and/or provide logistical support for both domestic and international meetings
- Actively engage in dynamic teams focused on helping design and facilitate collaborative public policy processes
- Attend policy briefings, hearings, seminars, and other events as needed to track key topics and activities and provide summaries of these events to project teams
- Provide administrative support for Meridian projects and the organization, including but not limited to maintaining websites and list serves, drafting emails, taking notes, and participating on internal Meridian teams to assist with organizational development
- Other duties as assigned
How to Apply: Please reference the 2015 Fellowship Position Description for details and application instructions. Also, find additional information in the Frequently Asked Questions document (PDF).
Completed applications are due by 10 pm EST on Friday, February 6, 2015. Please submit your application using our online application form—Submit Online Application.
Organization: Ecologic Institute
Position Title: Ecologic Transatlantic Internship
Location: Berlin, Germany
Dates: Full-time; 6-12 months beginning August 2015
Application deadline: Rolling
Description: Enrolled students from the US and Canada are invited to apply for a position as a Transatlantic Intern at Ecologic Institute. Each year, Ecologic Institute brings young people interested in environmental policy to its headquarters in Berlin to be part of its international environmental research and consulting program.
Interns are integrated into Ecologic’s policy research and office routines, providing them real-world experience in an academic environment. The intern’s work will depend on his or her particular interests, skills, and experience as well as on current projects at Ecologic Institute. Interns also have the opportunity to participate in events and conferences hosted by various organizations in Berlin’s transatlantic community, enabling them to gain a broader understanding of important policy issues.
Applicants should generally have at least a bachelor’s degree. Students may wish to pursue an internship at Ecologic Institute in tandem with a graduate degree program (in public policy, international relations, environmental studies, law or other relevant disciplines). Start and end dates are flexible; generally, internships last six to twelve months. Interns wishing to improve their German language skills are encouraged to take time from their full-time schedule at Ecologic Institute to pursue language classes.
How to Apply: Apply online. For any questions please contact Diana Hildenbrand at 0049 (0)30 86880-193 or send an email to [email protected].
Your online application should include the following documents:
a cover letter (with your preferred start date and duration)
a CV
a writing sample (e.g. article, essay paper; max. 20 pages) in English
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Conference: Soil and Water Conservation Society Conference
Location: Greensboro, North Carolina
Dates: July 26-29, 2015
Application deadline: December 19, 2014
Submit a proposal online by clicking here.
The Soil and Water Conservation Society is seeking oral and poster presentations and symposia proposals for the 70th International Annual Conference, taking place in Greensboro, North Carolina.
Each year SWCS identifies topics or a theme for special attention at the Annual Conference. The overarching theme for the conference this year is Coming Home to Conservation: Putting Science into Practice.
The 70th Annual Soil and Water Conservation Society (SWCS) Conference will provide a forum to celebrate past conservation accomplishments as well as share and promote science-based knowledge on critical, current issues facing soil, water, and environmental sustainability.
Accepting submissions. Submissions are being accepted for the General Conference Sessions, which include eight traditional topic areas and two special areas of focus. Oral and poster presentations submitted within these topics should cater toward the conference theme.
Alternately, there are two competitive call for symposia topic areas. Submitting to one of these symposia will also require participation in an extended Q&A or panel as part of the symposium. Due to scheduling constraints, a limited number of symposia and workshops will be accepted.
Organization: Loewy-Mohonk Preserve
Position Title: Loewy-Mohonk Preserve Liaison Fellowship
Location: New Paltz, New York
Hours: Full-time, June through mid-August 2015
Application Deadline: December 31, 2014
Description: The Mohonk Preserve will award fellowships for 2015 to conduct research projects related to priorities of the Preserve’s Land Management Plan. A total of $10,000 is available for 2015 Loewy-Mohonk Preserve Fellowships, made possible through funding from the Loewy Family Foundation. Faculty and graduate students are eligible to apply. Housing is available on-site.
Proposals will be evaluated in terms of their contribution to land management planning at the Mohonk Preserve and the use of the Mohonk Preserve as a research site. A committee of Conservation Science staff and members of the Conservation Science Committee will review the proposals and make recommendations. Successful applicants will become Research Associates of the Mohonk Preserve.
Awards will be announced on January 31, 2015.
Responsibilities: A written progress report must be submitted half-way through the funding period and a written final report, at the end of the funding period. The stipend will be made in three payouts:
- at the start of the funding period
- at submission of the half-way progress report
- at the submission and acceptance of the final report.
Any publications resulting from this project must acknowledge support by the Mohonk Preserve and the Loewy Family Foundation. Original data and copies of any publications should be submitted to the Mohonk Preserve.
How to Apply: One copy of the complete proposal must be submitted electronically (.pdf format preferred) to John Thompson, Director of Conservation Science at [email protected] by December 31, 2014.
The following items must be included in the application:
- Cover Sheet form
- Project Description (limit of four pages)
- Proposed budget and justification for personnel, travel, supplies and materials, other costs, and total project cost. Overhead will not be funded.
- Curriculum Vitae
- Two letters of support
Organization: Center for Whole Communities
Position Title: Urban Program Director
Location: Remote
Hours: Fulll-time
Application Deadline: Position open until filled
Description: Center for Whole Communities (CWC) is seeking a dynamic and experienced individual who is committed to our mission and values to serve as Urban Program Director. The responsibilities call for strong leadership, program development and management, a deep knowledge base of community engagement and urban conservation. Center for Whole Communities is specifically seeking to enhance its organizational diversity within the make-up of our staff. Therefore we encourage candidates who identify as a person of color or from a non-dominant background to apply for this position
Responsibilities: The Urban Program Director will lead the implementation of the Center for Whole Communities’ urban leadership development program. The goal of the Urban Leadership Development program is to create a foundation, and then expand the CWC’s urban program work to cities across the U.S. actively linking and bridging with environmental and social sector organizations. This will involve working in partnership with the executive director to:
- Develop and implement a business plan for urban engagement of CWC alumnae/i.
- Develop and implement training curriculum for urban conservation leadership with a focus on cross-sector collaboration that is culturally sensitive, progressive, and addresses issues race, class and privilege in urban conservation work.
- Recruiting, developing, training, and managing an urban faculty team that is available to provide leadership development training for organizations and leaders doing urban conservation work.
This position can be held remotely, and does not need to be based in our Vermont headquarters.
Qualifications: Ideal Experience and Personal Characteristics
The ideal candidate will demonstrate enthusiasm for, involvement in and/or commitment to social justice, environmental and community restoration, land and human health, and will have a high level of literacy and skill working with issues of racial and environmental justice. Candidate should have at least 5 years of experience in developing and delivering training programs.Program Management skills and leadership experience
- BA/BS degree and a minimum of 5 years of experience in facilitation and program development
- Clear oversight, consistent follow-through, and ability to juggle and prioritize multiple tasks
- Experience coordinating a team and large groups. Experience with organizing information through databases and spreadsheets
- Self-directed, highly organized, great on details, and deadline-oriented
Community engagement and outreach
- High level of comfort and demonstrated experience and success in relationship building and partnership development with grassroots community groups.
- Advanced cultural competency level and demonstrated skill in working with diverse groups and bridging differences in a collaborative and progressive style.
- Strong communicator who is comfortable and effective by phone, email, and in person
Administrative skills and experience
- Experience with MS Office software (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point)
- Experience with databases and spreadsheets a plus
- Ability to work alone and with a team
Personal Characteristics
- A personal commitment to the values of social and environmental justice
- Collaborative team player who participates in all levels of tasks to accomplish goals
- Flexibility with shifting schedule, including an ability to travel, work long days and some weekends
- A healthy sense of humor
- Committed to and enthusiastic about our mission and programs
- Creative, highly organized, and able to juggle work projects
How to Apply: Please submit cover letter, résumé and concise writing sample to [email protected] with “Urban Program Director” in the subject line. This is a full-time position to be filled as soon as possible and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Organization: American Forest Foundation
Position Title: Director of Communication and Policy
Location: Washington, DC
Hours: Full-time
Application Deadline: Position open until filled
Description: Reporting to the Executive Vice President, American Tree Farm System, Woodlands, and Policy, the Director, Communications and Policy leads the development and execution of a vibrant and effective, multi-channel communications strategy to assist AFF’s Woodland Team in accomplishing its priorities, focused on targeted external audiences, and evaluates its impact on such audiences. He or she is responsible for identifying and marketing the value of the brands of AFF, focusing on AFF’s woodland-related programs including the American Tree Farm System to engage external audiences in Foundation activities and priorities.
The Director also facilitates effective relationships with targeted media contacts to advance the Foundation’s woodland-related priorities and provides ongoing professional communications support to AFF’s Woodland programs, when aimed at external audiences. In addition, he or she serves as the main liaison with public relations agencies and supervises/evaluates their performance.
On the policy side, the Director develops and implements political strategies, in collaboration with the Executive Vice President and the Senior Policy Manager, on a set of assigned woodland policy issues, to accomplish the organization’s public policy goals, using multiple channels including direct lobbying, “grassroots” advocacy, and strategic “grasstops” leadership development. This also includes establishingand maintaining a presence on Capitol Hill, building relationships with key congressional officials and committee staff, and with federal agencies, relevant to assigned policy issues.
Finally, the Director works with Development and Program staff to create and implement a communications strategy with sufficient brand power to attract new revenue from targeted funders and donors.
Responsibilities: The new Director, Communications and Policy will demonstrate a clear passion for the AFF mission by actively engaging a variety of constituents—coworkers, business and community leaders, donors, board members, volunteers, policymakers, and the general public. The high-potential candidate will be driven to effect positive change by thinking critically and analytically to accomplish clearly identified goals, and translate his/her ideas and insights into coherent action plans.
This role requires an individual who can collaborate with other team members, and model independent initiative and resiliency. The successful candidate is enthused by managing multiple priorities, and can coordinate the steps necessary to produce meaningful results, including managing deadlines and budgets accordingly. The ideal candidate demonstrates leadership capabilities that create a unified and structured environment for an eager team of staff members and volunteers.
Strong candidates will have existing relationships with media contacts and know how to build upon these relationships, and have previous exposure to the policy issues surrounding conservation, forestry, and environmental stewardship. Experience with successful branding and selecting and managing external consultants is desirable.
KEY ATTRIBUTES FOR SUCCESS:
Collaborative team player and confident leader
Highly developed organization and time management skills
Self-starter and problem solver with a sense of urgency
Flexible and willing to adapt based on what is learned through experience
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with a wide array of constituencies
Strategic and organized planner, adept at anticipating deadlines
Self-aware and perceptive of sensitive or confidential issues
PRIORITES
Get Familiar with AFF — In the short term, the new Director will work to fully understand AFF’s existing woodland brands, quickly become conversant regarding AFF’s woodland work, and position the organization to effectively tell the story of the value of that work to a variety of audiences. Communications Strategy—In conjunction with AFF Development and Program staff, the new Director will lead the effort to develop and execute a comprehensive and consistent communications strategy with focused messaging for different audiences including donors, the media, and high level policy makers among others.
AFF Policy Work — The new Director will quickly become conversant with AFF’s existing policy work, take on leadership of one or two specific issues, and play a continuing leadership role across the entire policy campaign. This will include utilizing multiple political channels such as direct lobbying, coalitions, “grassroots” advocacy, and “grasstops” efforts to accomplish the organization’s goals.
Relationship Building — The new Director will gain a comprehensive understanding of key influencers in the media, on Capitol Hill, in the community, among volunteers and long-term supporters, and within the organization.
Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in communications, public relations, political science, or a related field is necessary; an advanced degree is preferred.
Five to seven years of related experience and supervisory experience required ideally with significant exposure to communications, public relations, media relations, government relations, and policy advocacy.
Must be proficient on an IBM-PC, the Microsoft Office Suite, and have experience with database applications.
How to Apply: All interested candidates are encouraged to apply. To be considered, please submit a carefully crafted cover letter and resume at candidates.waldronhr.com. Cover letters should be addressed to Ed Rogan. Interviews are ongoing
Organization: 350.org
Position Title: U.S. Policy Manager
Location: Washington, DC
Hours: Full-time
Application Deadline: Position open until filled
Description: 350.org is looking for a skilled and energetic new hire based out of Washington, DC willing to do what it takes to win big victories on our national political priorities. This is a full time position. Title could be ‘U.S. Policy Campaigner,’ or ‘U.S. Policy Manager,’ depending on experience.
Responsibilities: In this position you would report to and work with 350.org’s U.S. Policy Director to help craft and implement political plans for our leading campaigns, from Keystone XL to fossil fuel divestment, to fracking. We’re looking for someone who can ghostwrite a divestment floor speech for a Senator, write a campaign plan for defeating a bad fracking bill in congress, and generally help maximize the political impact of 350.org’s U.S. campaigns.
This is a fast-paced environment and you’re going to be covering a lot of issues. You’ll be interfacing with all the tools in our toolbox: big grassroots actions, digital campaigns, media strategies, lobbying, electoral campaigning, and sometimes civil disobedience. If you’re looking for policy analysis job this isn’t the right position for you. We’re looking for a generalist who isn’t afraid of getting their hands dirty.
If you’re excited about unleashing the force of a growing social movement on our stale political system, you might just be the perfect fit.
Qualifications: Here are the required qualifications:
- Exceptional communicator in English, with a pension for persuasion.
- Fast and talented writer, in English – especially via email.
- People-person who can artfully build relationships with decisionmakers, partners, 350.org staff, and our volunteer network.
- Ability to become an expert on new issues quickly, from fracking to immigration reform.
- Has nuanced understanding of the U.S. political landscape with an interest in shaking things up.
- Familiar with climate and environmental issues.
- Experience managing projects, teams, and volunteers.
- Ability to write and implement plans.
- Has deep-rooted desire to fight climate change
- Advanced interpersonal communicator
- Creative problem solver, including the ability to generate fresh campaign ideas.
- Comfort working remotely with colleagues in multiple time-zones via skype, conference calls, and other online tools.
Big pluses include (we expect a successful applicant to have 2 to 3 of these):
- 2-7 years of professional advocacy or political experience
- Connections to the climate movement and other progressive political spaces including volunteer and professional networks.
- Experience working in government or on political campaigns
- Experience and competency working in multicultural groups
- Familiarity with large-scale events or protests
- Experience working with the press
- Experience leading social media efforts, and other digital campaigns.
- Fluency in Spanish
We are looking for someone who is comfortable working both independently and in teams, highly responsive, and able to lead initiatives as well as take direction from others. Working at 350.org requires the ability to lead and follow. This particular position will be accountable to line management, campaign teams and their managers, and a grassroots base who trusts us to represent their interests in DC.
How to Apply: Apply online. Remember, you’re applying for an advocacy role where you’ll be spending a lot of time pressuring decision makers to adopt our views–so be persuasive! We’re looking for someone who can instantly capture our attention and make us want to read more.
Organization: The Heinrich Boell Foundation North America
Position Title: Economic Governance and G20 Intern
Location: Washington, DC
Hours and Compensation: Full-time for 3-6 months; $500/month
Application Deadline: January 11, 2014
Description: The Heinrich Böll Foundation (HBF) is a non-profit organization striving to promote democracy, civil society, human rights, international understanding and a healthy environment internationally. We are affiliated with the German Green Party. Headquartered in Berlin, we have 32 offices worldwide. The HBF Washington, DC office was created in 1998 to support our international efforts.
The HBF offers internship opportunities for college students, graduate students and recent graduates focusing on energy and environmental policies, international relations, development and related areas.
Responsibilities:
Research assistance:
– working together with our program directors
– researching current policy issues of relevance to the ongoing work of the Washington Office
– collecting background information for events, visitor programs, conferences and workshops
– monitoring and summarizing current developments in research areas relevant to the office’s work
– editing and proof reading of publications
– attending policy briefings, lectures and conferences
– if you would like to and have the time, you may write a policy paper or article
Administrative duties and responsibilities:
– providing logistical support for the conceptualization, preparation and management of visitor programs, events, conferences and workshops
– answering telephones
– responding to information inquiries
– updating and managing of the office database
– follow up and event documentation
Qualifications:
– at least 2 years of college/university
– proven excellent research, writing and editing skills
– strong organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail
– creative, pro-active, self-directed and responsible
– a genuine interest in the values and mission of the Heinrich Boell Foundation
– commitment to a full-time internship for 3 to 6 months
– experience in the desired project area
– proficiency of English required; proficiency in Spanish or Turkish preferred
How to Apply: If you are interested in applying, please send your resume along with a cover letter describing your motivation for interning with us. Send your application to Lauren Edwards by e-mail at [email protected].
