Organization: Friends of Animals
Position Title: Wildlife Law Program Summer Externship
Location: Denver, CO
Hours & Compensation: Unpaid
Application Deadline: Not listed
Internship Description:
Friends of Animals is pleased to announce summer (2014) externship opportunities in its Wildlife Law Program (WLP), located in Denver, Colorado. Established in 2013, the WLP fills a niche between animal and environmental activism. Animal activists often fail to fully utilize the array of local, state, federal and international environmental laws as a means to protect the rights of animals to live free from human interference. Environmental activists often utilize these laws, but do so to achieve broad environmental objectives that may not always protect the rights of free-living animals. The mission of the WLP is to utilize the law for a singular purpose: to ensure the right of all wildlife to live in an ecosystem free from human manipulation, exploitation, or abuse.
The WLP focuses on the defense of wildlife and their habitats throughout the world. Attorneys and externs in the program utilize a variety of environmental laws to promote the rights of wildlife, including the Endangered Species Act, the National Environmental Policy Act, the Migratory Treaty Bird Act, the Administrative Procedure Act, and international treaties like the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES).
Job Description:
Externs will have the opportunity to get hands-on experience by working closely with WLP attorneys to litigate matters in federal and state court, as well as engage in non-litigation advocacy projects. Typically extern projects include drafting legal documents (60-day notice letters, complaints, discovery documents, briefs, administrative comments), legal research and writing, interviewing and working directly with the client, engaging government decision-makers, and advocating at the policy level. The WLP attorneys also make an effort to expose students to a wide variety of career opportunities, including opportunities in public interest environmental law and animal rights law.
Qualifications:
Seeking a current 1L or 2L student enrolled in an ABA-accredited law school. Applicants should have strong legal writing and research skills, and a demonstrated interest in animal rights or wildlife advocacy.
How to apply:
Send current resume and writing sample to: Michael Harris, Director Wildlife Law Program, 7500 E. Arapahoe Road, Suite 385, Centennial, CO 80112 or email to[email protected]
Director of the Everett Children’s Adventure Garden
MISSION
The New York Botanical Garden is an advocate for the plant kingdom. The Garden pursues its mission through its role as a museum of living plant collections arranged in gardens and landscapes across its National Historic Landmark site; through its comprehensive education programs in horticulture and plant science; and through the wide-ranging research programs of the International Plant Science Center.
EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS
The Botanical Garden educates people of all ages about the science, function, and beauty of plants to generate awareness, inspire appreciation, and provide an understanding of the importance of plants to all life on Earth. Its Education Division offers a wide range of structured, programmatic experiences at all levels of learning that is unrivaled at any botanical garden in the world.
Over 300,000 schoolchildren, families, and teachers participate in education programs at the Garden each year, utilizing three facilities: the 12-acre Everett Children’s Adventure Garden, the Ruth Rea Howell Family Garden; and the Green School. The Garden’s Professional Development program expands schoolteachers’ knowledge of plant science and ecology, and the Garden’s Curriculum Development program partners with academic publishers to create and distribute textbooks and interactive kits with lesson materials and activities. The Explainer Program engages teens as volunteers in the Children’s Adventure Garden, through personal mentoring and hands-on training to serve as facilitators of family activities. With these extensive offerings and its 250-acre classroom, the Botanical Garden is an ideal place to learn about plants.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Reporting to the Vice President for Children’s Education, the Director of the Everett Children’s Adventure Garden is responsible for overall management of the Adventure Garden (ECAG) including oversight of ECAG school, teen, and family programs, to ensure a rich educational experience for all visitors.
Programming
The Director develops and supervises the creation of authentic, inquiry-based science and nature programs for the Adventure Garden. He/she communicates with other departments to integrate Garden-wide programs and events with Adventure Garden goals and objectives, and represents the Garden at local and national education conferences when necessary.
Exhibits, Horticulture, and Facilities
The Director supervises all temporary, seasonal, and permanent exhibits and interpretation for ECAG, and develops new supportive signage, interpretation, and exhibits. He/she consults with Horticulture to ensure Adventure Garden plantings are engaging, appropriate and educationally relevant. The Director works closely with the Operations Department to ensure proper maintenance of indoor facilities (the Discovery Center and the Dodge Activity Center); water features; and the hardscape and other pathways in the Adventure Garden.
Administration
The Director manages all aspects of the Everett Children’s Adventure Garden including administering policies and procedures to improve operations and interactions with other Garden departments. Responsibilities include managing the program coordinators and exhibit staff in the Adventure Garden; maintaining statistics on all Adventure Garden programs; writing year end reports and other reports; and assisting Development with the writing of education grants that relate to informal outdoor science education.
Qualifications
The successful candidate must be creative and passionate about teaching informal science education to children through hands-on, inquiry-based methods, with at least five years of experience teaching science or environmental education to grades K-12. He/she must be able to speak with authority about how children learn; and possess knowledge of New York City, New York State, and National learning standards in science. Supervisory experience, strong written and verbal communication skills, and a bachelor’s degree are required. An advanced degree is preferred.
The Garden offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including four weeks of vacation.
Qualified candidates should send or email resume, letter of interest and three references to:
Karen Yesnick
Vice President for Human Resources
And Administration
The New York Botanical Garden
2900 Southern Boulevard
Bronx, New York 10458
Email: [email protected]
The New York Botanical Garden is an equal opportunity employer.
Six-Month Training in Biodiversity Assessment
for Land Use Decision-Makers
Starting April 2014
Offered at no charge to selected groups.
Training credits are available.
http://hudsonia.org/education/#News
Hudsonia Ltd. and the Hudson River Estuary Program (NYSDEC) are pleased to offer this Biodiversity Assessment Training to land use decision-makers in the Hudson Valley.
This 6-month program provides instruction in techniques for identifying and protecting biodiversity resources
in your town, watershed, or community.
Through hands-on exercises, you will learn
· principles of biodiversity conservation
· to identify important habitats in your town or planning area
· to apply that knowledge to policy-making, land use planning, and environmental reviews.
Who Should Apply?
• Organize a team of 5-10 volunteer participants from agencies and organizations actively involved in land use decision-making. Team members can be from town boards, planning boards, conservation commissions, or watershed councils; staff of land trusts; or municipal representatives directly involved in environmental reviews, land use policy-making, and planning.
• Teams must be within the ten-county Hudson River Estuary Corridor: from Rockland and Westchester counties in the south to Albany and Rensselaer counties in the north.
• Team members may represent a single municipal agency or conservation organization or a mix of several agencies and organizations. Intermunicipal groups are encouraged to apply.
Application Deadline March 3, 2014
for application instructions and additional information:
see attached pdf, or
http://hudsonia.org/education/#BAT
For questions or additional information, contact Leah Ceperley, Hudsonia Ltd.
845-758-7053 [email protected]
Programs Director
Job posted by: Massachusetts Bicycle Coalition
Job description
MassBike, the Massachusetts Bicycle Coalition, is seeking a full-time Programs Director. MassBike has dramatically expanded its program offerings, with a focus on education and technical assistance. The Programs Director is directly responsible for the Bikeable Communities Program, and also oversees the Education Program. The Bikeable Communities Programs includes advocacy, Complete Streets, and other bicycle-related trainings; bikeability assessments; bicycle planning assistance; public outreach assistance; research; and mapping. MassBike is involved in communities across the state, with a particular focus on underserved communities and neighborhoods. The Programs Director reports to the Executive Director and supervises the program staff (currently two full-time staff and occasional program interns).
Specific responsibilities include:
- Lead the Program Team, including setting work priorities and timelines, monitoring progress, providing professional development opportunities, and providing mentorship.
- Review work product from programs staff and provide constructive feedback and final approval.
- Deliver trainings and presentations to local advocates and municipal officials statewide.
- Actively seek new mission-oriented contract and grant opportunities, in consultation with Executive Director and other staff.
- Maintain strong positive working relationships with current partners.
- Develop new relationships with potential partners, including local, state and federal officials; peer organizations such as other nonprofits; businesses; and local advocates.
- Work with partners to scope projects, develop budgets, and establish timelines.
- Maintain project timelines and ensure timely completion of deliverables.
- Refine and expand program offerings, including trainings, planning assistance, mapping, and built environment assessments.
- Manage all billing and reporting requirements for work done under contracts and grants.
- Work with Executive Director to maintain accurate financial records.
- Consult with Executive Director regarding management and strategy issues
Minimum qualifications for the position:
- Bachelor’s Degree plus three years of relevant work experience; OR
- Master’s Degree in Planning, Public Administration, Public Policy, or related field and one year of relevant work experience.
- Previous project management experience.
- Previous experience managing staff members.
- Interest and participation in bicycling.
- Knowledge of bicycle planning and policy best practices.
- Strong written and oral communications skills, including demonstrated experience in public speaking.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Familiarity with the Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Adobe Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat); Intuit QuickBooks.
- Flexibility for occasional work on weekends and evenings.
- Ability to oversee multiple projects simultaneously, including appropriate delegation of tasks.
- Proven track record of developing and maintaining positive working relationships with clients.
- Judgment to effectively prioritize work in a fast-paced environment.
- A driver’s license (unfortunately, we can’t bike everywhere)
How to apply
Please submit a resume, cover letter, and two technical writing samples (no more than five pages each) to [email protected].
Russ Cohen
Rivers Advocate
Division of Ecological Restoration/Riverways Program
Mass. Dept. of Fish and Game
251 Causeway St., Suite 400
Boston, MA 02114
(617) 626-1543
(617) 626-1505 (fax)
Climate Change Demands We Change. Why Aren’t We?
Thursday and Friday, April 24 and 25, 2014
31st Social Research conference at The New School, NYC
For more information and to register, please visit http://www.newschool.edu/cps/climate-change/
There is no issue more urgent than climate change, yet government, corporations, and the public are reluctant to change. This conference will examine the psychological factors, money and politics, and infrastructures that impede change as well as the difficult choices that must be made to foster urban resilience in the face of climate change.
Keynote address: Frances Beinecke, President of the National Resources Defense Council, at 6pm, April 24.
Other speakers include Robert Inglis, former Congressman, Founder of the Energy and Enterprise Initiative; Guy Nordenson, structural engineer and adviser to MoMA’s Rising Currents show; Michael Oppenheimer, Professor of Geosciences at Princeton University; Elke Weber, Professor of International Business and Earth Institute Professor at Columbia University; and Paul Stern, Director of the Committee on the Human Dimensions of Global Environmental Change at the National Academies of Science.
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i have a two story one bedroom house for rent in elizaville. it’s on a quiet road with a large deck overlooking a stream, nice size shed with electric and a fire pit. it has radiant floor heat with ceramic tile, upstairs has pine floors with cathedral ceiling and lots of closet space. it also has a new on demand propane hot water heater and washer and dryer. the rent is $900 plus utilities. if interested please call 845-853-4059 thanks
Ken Barrett <[email protected]>
Organization: DC Green Corps
Position Title: Team members
Location: Washington, DC
Hours & Compensation: Not listed
Application Deadline: Not listed
Job Description:
The DC Green Corps, based at the new Marvin Gaye Community Greening Center in the Watts Branch sub-watershed of the Anacostia River, provides a city-wide gateway to 50 different green career tracks in urban and community forestry and forest-based ecosystem and watershed restoration. Helping under-served sub-watershed communities across the city, the Green Corps job program focuses on environmental justice, sustainable native reforestation, riparian buffer planting, invasive removal, urban agriculture and arboriculture, and green controls of urban systems, such as storm and sewer flows.The Green Corps and Center have a referral system to help participants connect to jobs through a wide range of agencies, professional and trade associations, trades, professions, and industries.
The Green Corps and Center collaborate with other agencies including the DC Department of Transportation’s Urban Forestry Administration, the DC Department of Parks and Recreation, DC Department of the Environment, the UDC Collesge of Agriculture, Urban Sustainability and Environmental Sciences, the UDC Cooperative Extension Service and Agricultural Experiment Station, DC Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services, the National Park Service, National Arboretum, and other local universities and technical schools and training programs, with a special focus on youth populations and others with challenges for employment, including older people, disabled groups, and ex-offenders. Washington Parks & People, DC’s award-winning largest grassroots land reclamation force, has managed over 50,000 volunteers in the Watts Branch stream valley alone, and has planted over 5,000 trees, focused on impaired, under-served, and heavily impervious watersheds of the city.
The Green Corps and Center are a model Environmental Justice initiative to link inner-city communities into lasting green jobs, and to spark lasting stronger investment in using urban and community forestry to meet vital community needs. By demonstrating the economic, environmental justice, and public health impacts of massive stream valley reforestation, we will set the stage for substantial out-year investment for sustained expansion of urban forestry in DC and beyond.
Washington Parks & People (WPP), in partnership with the District of Columbia Urban Forestry Administration (UFA), is pleased to announce that we will be recruiting up to 16 trainees to take part in a 4 week training program aimed at addressing core urban and community forestry needs by: expanding and sustaining the urban tree canopy; remediation of storm water runoff; and restoring vegetative habitat within DC. This training program will provide trainees with valuable job skills, self confidence, contacts/resources for job placement, and mentoring. Each selected trainee (team member) will be committing to at least 40 hours/week over the four week program – portions of the program may take place on Saturdays as required.
TRAINEE BENEFITS
Certificate upon satisfactory completion of full program
Assistance with job referral and placement opportunities
Contact with experienced trainers and mentors
Exposure and connection to urban forestry and greening leaders
Physical fitness and health support
Intense introductory field experience to urban forestry and greening
Working with various DC government agencies and local community groups
Learning important job skills
Graduate and receive valuable qualifications for your resume
Improving your self confidence and helping to engage the community
Making a positive difference in the environment and appearance of our city
Working as a team to meet goals
The training program will focus on the following areas:
Increase Urban Tree Canopy across all District owned properties
Protect and enhance urban tree cover
Identify and manage threats to the DC urban forest, exotic invasive pest species
Protect and Improve Air and Water Quality
Protect and enhance impaired watersheds in Washington, DC
Active management of planning of the urban forest for storm water management
Improve air quality and reduce the urban heat island in the District and the DC Metro Area
Education and Outreach
Educate citizens on the importance of urban forestry and its multiple benefits
Support and enhance green jobs
Increase the number of green spaces available for citizen uses
Governmental relationships (increase and improve)
SPECIFIC PROGRAM TRAINING IMPACTS
Weeding, mulching, watering, and caring for over 1,000 recently planted trees
Planting at least 150 new native trees in public space to help expand the District’s tree canopy.
Removing invasive plant species to enhance safety and native plant growth
Maintaining low-impact development catchments
Using vegetation to restore stream banks.
TRAINEE REQUIREMENTS
· 18 years or older
· Provide copy of HS Diploma, GED, and complete test showing 6th Grade English Reading Level
Commit to learning urban forestry and green job skills
Commit to 4-week with at least 10 hours per week training period
Demonstrate ability to do heavy outdoor physical work (must complete testing period)
Sign contract to follow rules and safety requirements to meet job and team responsibilities
Complete police background check
Be drug-free and submit to initial and random drug tests
DC resident and US citizen or Resident Alien status
TO APPLY
If interested in becoming a team member for this challenging and fulfilling training program, please contact:
RonDell Pooler at Washington Parks & People at (202) 681-2437
Or email RonDell at: [email protected]
Organization: Environmental Leadership Program
Position Title: Fellowships
Hours & Compensation: Not listed
Application Deadline: Multiple deadline.
Job Description:
Applications are now open for Environmental Leadership Program’s 2014 Regional and National Programs:
Chesapeake Region (DC, MD and VA) Applications due May 9th
**(see http://elpnet.org/regional-fellowships for these fellowships)**
and
ELP’s National Fellowship Program offers intensive leadership and skills training, national networking opportunities, and time for personal and professional reflection. Through immersive retreats, our curriculum helps emerging leaders hone their leadership styles, improve their strategy and organizational development, and strengthen their outreach to diverse constituencies. With the assistance of professional coaching and peer learning, each Fellow develops a Personal Leadership Plan.
DATES
Retreat 1: Late September 2014, in Omena, Michigan
Retreat 2: January 2015, date and location TBD
COST
The National Fellowship participation fee is $3,500. This includes:
Room and board for the 2 overnight retreats
10 days of training and community building
4 hours of professional coaching
Access to our network of over 600 Senior Fellows
Membership to ELP’s lifelong learning community
The 2014 National Fellowship Program participation fee is $3,500*. A few needs based scholarships will be available and can be applied for in your application. Fellows may choose to pay their tuition in full at the time of being selected or through a payment schedule. Transportation to and from retreats is not included in the tuition and is the responsibility of each Fellow.
ELIGIBILITY
All Applicants must meet the following criteria:
Work or reside in the United States
Have a minimum of three years work experience
Have demonstrated leadership capacity
Articulate how their work fits connect to social and environmental change
In addition, ELP looks for applicants that demonstrate:
Willingness to actively contribute to the program as well as take advantage of its benefits
Commitment to the values of diversity and justice within the environmental and social change fields
The desire to remain an active member of ELP’s Senior Fellows Network
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Applicants will be evaluated on the basis of leadership potential, the nature of their work or area of expertise; ability to convey a coherent vision for environmental progress, ability to reach diverse constituencies and work across backgrounds. Additionally, applicants will be evaluated on their ability to clearly articulate how participating in this leadership program will further their personal and professional development. Particular attention will be given to the applicant’s accomplishments, background, and professional progress as shown in their resume and the clarity, breadth, and thoughtfulness of responses to the narrative question in the application.
TO APPLY
Visit http://elpnet.org/national-fellowship for application instructions.
Organization: Water Integrity Network
Position Title: Communications Coordinator
Location: Berlin, Land Berlin, Germany
Hours & Compensation: Full time
Application Deadline: Monday 24 February 2014
Job Description:
WIN eV is looking for a dynamic, motivated person to fill the post of the Communications Coordinator, based at the Secretariat in Berlin, Germany.
The Water Integrity Network (WIN) was formed in 2006 to respond to increasing concerns among water and anti-corruption stakeholders over corruption in the water sector. WIN’s mission is to increase integrity levels and reduce corruption in the water sector through a pro-poor and pro-equity focus. It works with partners and influences decision-makers to facilitate active multi-stakeholder coalitions and to build capacities for the use of tools and strategies for water integrity at all levels.
Since 2006 the WIN secretariat had been hosted by Transparency International. In 2013 WIN e.V. was established as an independent legal entity in Berlin, Germany and is now hosting the WIN Secretariat. We maintain a strategic partnership with Transparency International.
Responsibilities
The Communications Coordinator develops communication plans and products in support of WIN’s vision and mission as described in the WIN Global Strategy 2011-2016. The Communications Coordinator targets a variety of audiences and stakeholders, including partners and the press, organizes events and creates publications, online communications, and other media to communicate WIN’s messages for the water sector.
Duties
- Coordinate WIN communication and information services in accordance with the WIN Global Strategy 2011-2016 and the Strategy Implementation Plan 2014-2016;
- Develop and monitor implementation of communication plans to support WIN projects and programmes;
- Encourage virtual networking and information/experience sharing by developing and maintaining regular contact with partners;
- Coordinate communications support and deliverables for WIN key work areas;
- Develop and maintain functionalities and design of WIN web platforms;
- Manage and upload content to WIN’s social media space;
- Coordinate communications and press support for major international water events;
- Lead on WIN’s awareness raising activities, including developing content and scope of communication projects and liaising with partners and relevant donors;
- Coordinate the production of WIN publications including the management of content, style, editing, design, translation, printing and distribution;
- Share knowledge on WIN’s publications and projects, both internally and externally;
- Monitor news stories related to water and corruption, track coverage of WIN;
- Supervise interns and external consultants;
- Take care of other task areas as required by the line manager;
- Support networking and communications services in three working languages (English, French, Spanish).
Knowledge, experience and skills
- Higher degree in journalism, communications, development policies or a related discipline, with 4 years of relevant work experience;
- Successful experience in writing and editing communication pieces for a wide range of audiences, especially from the water sector;
- Experience in awareness raising on a subject relevant to this position;
- Good knowledge of and experience with Content Management Systems, website design and maintenance, virtual networking tools, WordPress and similar platforms;
- Experience and enthusiasm in managing effective social media presence;
- Knowledge of and strategic insight in the combination of water, environmental and integrity issues;
- Ability to translate requests from colleagues and senior managers into written online and print communications products;
- Ability to work independently and complete tasks professionally;
- Excellent communication, writing and organizational skills;
- Excellent writing skills in English and knowledge of French and Spanish;
- Knowledge of designing tools, particularly InDesign and Photoshop, desirable.
Summary
Job Title: Communications Coordinator Contract: Full time 100 % position, 2 year contract Main function: To coordinate and strategically develop WIN’s Communications work Location: WIN-Secretariat, Berlin, Germany Reporting lines: Reports to the WIN Executive Director Starting date: As soon as possible Job grade:Programme Coordinator Remunerations: According to WIN salary scales, grade III
Other information about the post and duty station
WIN-S and its global network offer an inspiring work environment with real learning opportunities and support. Berlin is an attractive metropolitan city.
How to apply:
Qualified candidates should submit, preferably via email, a cover letter and CV, including references to:
Deadline for applications is Monday 24 February 2014.
In the recruitment process candidate’s motivations to apply and their early commitment towards supporting WIN’s vision, mission and aims promoting transparency, integrity and accountability together with its values and principles will be important considerations.
Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted. WIN eV is an equal opportunity employer. To learn more about WIN, visit our website atwww.waterintegritynetwork.net.
Organization: RSC Africa
Position Title: Family Reunification Specialist
Hours & Compensation: Full time,$ 35,000 per annum
Application Deadline: Not listed
Job Description:
The Resettlement Support Center (RSC) Africa operates a US refugee resettlement program in sub-Saharan Africa through a Cooperative Agreement with the Department of State/Bureau of Population, Refugees and Migration. RSC Africa is responsible for the preparation of refugee case files for adjudication by US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) officers, as well as the out-processing and cultural orientation of all approved cases. RSC Africa is administered by the Church World Service Immigration Refugee Program (CWS/IRP) and is based in Nairobi, Kenya.
Benefits
CWS Global and RSC Africa offer a total compensation package. The total compensation package includes a housing stipend, company life insurance, comprehensive health insurance, vision coverage, a non-participatory 5% retirement contribution, 22 vacation days a year, 3 personal days per calendar year, 1 day of sick leave per month, AD&D insurance, Bereavement leave, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and optional dental coverage.
EEOC
Church World Service does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or veteran status in employment or the provision of services.
Due to the volume of applications that we receive, only those individuals shortlisted will be contacted.
To Apply:
Please click the below link to apply directly online to this position.
http://rscafrica.applicantstack.com/x/detail/a2d9enfmb48t
This position is open to US Citizens.
Please note RSC Africa does not accept resumes for positions that are not posted. All applicants are required to submit their resume using the on-line applicant tracking system.
Eligibility List
The eligibility list established as a result of this job posting will be used for a minimum of six months or until the list is exhausted. This list will be used to fill any current and immediate future vacancies. Individuals who are interested in this position should submit their applications materials now.
Communications
HR will use the e-mail you provided in ApplicantStack as the official means of communications for this recruitment process.
Application Materials
Your application materials should clearly indicate how you meet the requirements of the position. Be sure your resume is in an easy to read format. Dates of employment on your resume should be in mm/yy format.
Primary Purpose
This position manages all Family Reunification processing activities for RSC Nairobi. The position is responsible for managing the chain of custody for DNA samples, including sampling, counselling and shipping, as well as developing and implementing SOPs for AOR Screening, DNA Collection, and Visa 93 processing, to adhere to guidelines provided by PRM.
Supervision
The position currently supervises three staff.
This position reports to the Field Team Coordinator.
Essential Duties
- Ensures all AOR Screening, DNA sampling, and Visa 93 processing procedures adhere to USRAP, USCIS, RPC, and RSC standards and guidelines, including coordinating with RSC Management to ensure the integrity of RSC DNA case processing and strict adherence to the DOS/BPRM guidelines and RSC DNA Standard Operating Procedures.
- Oversees RSC’s strict compliance to international standards of DNA sampling, treatment and confidentiality of DNA testing results, and chain of custody procedures, including verification of identities and completion of all required forms
- Develops, updates and implements standard operating procedures for AOR Screening and DNA collection and processing, based on guidance from DOS/BPRM and USCIS and in coordination with RSC Management.
- Coordinates with Field Team managers and supervisors to schedule AOR Screening and DNA case processing in conjunction with RSC and CIS circuit rides throughout sub-Saharan Africa. Works closely with RSC Operations management to ensure that scheduling priorities are in line with PRM and USCIS guidelines.
- Travels to locations throughout Sub-Saharan Africa to conduct DNA chain of custody activities and counseling with refugee applicants in a non-confrontational, objective and dignified manner.
- Liaises with implementing partners, including AABB Accredited labs in the US, IOM, UNHCR and courier companies such as FedEx and DHL in regards to DNA sampling procedures and requirements.
- Works closely with the Data Integrity Unit to develop and ensure the timely distribution of all statistical reports related to DNA case processing; ensures DNA processing procedures meet RSC quality standards and adhere to USRAP processing guidelines.
- Consults with RSC Operations management to ensure exceptional case scenarios are processed in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Designs and implements training modules, including working closely with the WRAPS trainer to ensure RSC staff are fully aware of how DNA processing procedures will work in conjunction with RSC interviews.
- Ensures DNA SOPs are supported and in compliance with RSC Africa security policy.
- Completes other duties as necessary to ensure the smooth functioning of Family Reunification procedures for RSC Africa.
Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field of study required.
Master’s degree in a related field of study is preferred.
Experience:
1.5 years of related experience is required. Supervisory experience is required.
Minimum of 1 year’s supervisory experience is preferred. Previous experience with and thorough knowledge of Family Reunification Cases in the US Refugee Admissions program is preferred. Overseas experience in a developing country is preferred.
Knowledge/Skills:
- Thorough knowledge of Family Reunification Cases in the US Refugee Admissions program.
- Knowledge of DNA counseling and/or chain of custody principles.
- Strong English communication skills, both oral and written.
- Advanced computer knowledge, specifically with MS Access, MS Outlook, MS Excel and other statistical analysis programs.
Abilities:
The Family Reunification Specialist must have the ability to:
- take initiative in formulating procedures and training plans to improve operations;
- supervise staff to ensure policies and procedures are implemented and executed in accordance with guidelines and standard operating procedures;
- travel extensively throughout the regions, sometimes on short notice and under difficult conditions;
- exercise good judgement and seek guidance as appropriate when confronted with unanticipated problems;
- communicate effectively both verbally and in writing;
- follow instructions from the Supervisor with a positive and receptive attitude;
- deal effectively and courteously with a large number of associates, outside agencies, refugees and members of the general public;
- conduct oneself in a professional and courteous manner to represent the best interests of RSC Africa and CWS/IRP;
- maintain a high performance standard with attention to detail;
- carry out all of the duties of the position efficiently and effectively with minimal supervision;
- work independently and contribute to overall operations of RSC Africa;
- take initiative in the development and completion of projects;
- lead others and address issues as they arise;
- maintain strict confidentiality with RSC Africa administrative and operational information;
- manage a large and diverse workload under pressure with competing priorities;
- analyze and solve complex problems and make sound decisions;
- work well as a team in a multi-cultural environment while maintaining a high level of motivation;
- effectively manage RSC Africa’s resources;
- actively participate in the implementation of the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP)
Working Conditions
Physical:
This position requires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, kneeling, sitting, standing, walking, pushing/pulling, handling objects (manual dexterity), reaching above shoulder level, using fine finger movements and lifting/carrying heavy loads.
Environmental:
Incumbents in this position will be exposed to excessive noise, marked changes in temperature and/or humidity, dust and infectious diseases, harsh weather climates, long work hours, bumpy roads, extended travel, excessive sun exposure, and non-ventilated spaces.
Special Requirements
Background check which includes references and an educational criminal check is required before the start of employment. A valid passport and the ability to maintain a valid passport throughout the entire appointment is required, which includes having enough passport pages for travel. The candidate should be of good health, willing and able to travel extensively in often difficult conditions, and have a high degree of flexibility. Must be legally eligible to work and obtain a work permit in Kenya. Must have proof of Yellow Fever vaccination before traveling for RSC Africa. Employee will be entrusted with the receipt, custody and payment of money.
Licensing/Certification
None
Competencies
Communication
Ensure effective exchanges of information with others. Examples of skills and behaviors include speaking to others respectfully; expressing ideas in a logical, organized way; sharing information appropriately; and clarity and conciseness in written communication.
Relationships
Ensure constructive and supportive interactions with others. Examples of skills and behaviors include being positive and supportive when working with others; sharing information and resources freely; resolving conflict constructively; and proactively working to remove obstacles to success for others.
Job Knowledge
Utilize and apply job related knowledge to complete job tasks at a level that meets or exceeds expectations. Examples of skills and behaviors include utilizing job knowledge to solve problems or develop new approaches; maintaining or enhancing skills through continuing education; and taking on projects that will develop or enhance skills.
Teamwork
Work effectively and contribute as a member of a team. Examples of skills and behaviors include supporting other team members by sharing information; covering the work of others during absences, vacations, etc.; and actively participating in developing ideas for ways to increase team effectiveness.
Problem Solving
Analyze information and develop solutions to challenges that arise during the course of performing a job. Examples of skills and behaviors include researching and collecting facts; defining the issues and the parties affected; formulating options/solutions for addressing the problem; and engendering support for and implementing the solution.
Operational Leadership
Successfully lead a group to achieve operational goals. Examples of skills and behaviors include priority setting; timely decision making; planning and organizing; delegation; and managing and measuring work.
Building and Leading Effective Teams
Earn the respect of team members, create strong morale and spirit on the team and utilize the unique skills of all team members. Examples of skills and behaviors including managing diverse relationships; flexibility; being open and receptive; running effective team meetings; and exhibiting integrity and trustworthiness.
Strategic Leadership
Accurately anticipate future consequences and trends and translate them into the fulfillment of workable strategies and plans. Examples of skills and behaviors include problem solving; dealing with ambiguity, creativity; innovation management and business acumen.
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Organization: Neighbor to Neighbor Massachusetts
Position Title: Community Organizer
Hours & Compensation: Full-Time
Application Deadline: March 13, 2014
Job Description:
About Neighbor to Neighbor Massachusetts (N2N-MA): Neighbor to Neighbor Massachusetts is a progressive organization of working class, multi-racial, and multi-ethnic people working together to build political and economic power to improve the quality of lives in our communities. As members, we lead the change ourselves through education & training, issue & electoral organizing, policy advocacy, alliance building, community-controlled economic development, and holding decision-makers accountable.
Main Responsibilities of the Position (Organizer will split his/her time between Springfield and Holyoke):
- Work in each area and with its current active members to build each chapter by:
- Facilitating strategy discussions and setting goals with members
- Doing recruitment and outreach to the local community
- Working with members to implement tactics and reach desired outcomes
- Developing leadership skills of membership base
- Coordinating the chapter’s work with the statewide organization
- Conducting local media and communications work
- Lead the Action for Healthy Holyoke!Coalition toward meeting their goals of shutting down the Mt. Tom coal plant and embarking on a just transition for the workers and the community.
- Work together with organizers from allied organizations and N2N Holyoke members to develop and carry-out corporate and regulatory campaign strategies and tactics
- Recruit and involve activists and local health and community-based organizations in the campaign
- Develop communications materials and organize press events
- Conduct major donor work and grant-writing work under supervision of Fundraising Director.
Qualifications and Experience
- Passionate individual
- Someone who understands the struggles low-income communities of color face
- Has passion for social change and political empowerment of low-income, working class people.
- Experience doing outreach work in communities of color.
- Excellent writing, computer, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to building unity in multi-racial community.
- Skilled in fundraising.
- Experience in issue, labor, electoral or community organizing.
- Fluency in Spanish.
People of color are strongly encouraged to apply.
How to apply:
Send resumes & cover letter with subject heading“Springfield/Holyoke Organizer”to Organizing Director, Ivette C. Luna at[email protected]
Organization: Environmental Law and Policy Center
Position Title: Legal Assistant
Hours & Compensation: Full time
Application Deadline: Not listed.
Job Description:
The Environmental Law and Policy Center (ELPC), the Midwest’s leading environmental legal advocacy and eco-business innovation organization, seeks to hire a legal assistant to our public interest attorneys in our downtown Chicago headquarters. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain professional experience with a premier environmental advocacy organization.
ELPC is the Midwest’s/Great Plains’ leading public interest environmental legal advocacy and eco-business innovation organization, and among the nation’s leaders. ELPC’s major program areas include: promoting clean energy development strategies that solve global warming problems and reduce environmental degradation by encouraging renewable energy development and energy efficiency alternatives to conventional power plants; promoting innovative transportation approaches, such as the development of a Midwest high-speed rail network, that will lead to cleaner air and more jobs; and protecting and preserving vital natural resources and improving the quality of life in our communities. One of ELPC’s premises is that environmental progress and economic development can be achieved together. ELPC’s multidisciplinary professional staff includes 45 attorneys, M.B.A.s, public policy advocates and communications specialists. ELPC’s headquarters are in Chicago, with additional offices and professional staff in Columbus, OH, Des Moines, IA, Jamestown, ND, Madison, WI, Sioux Falls, SD, St. Paul, MN and Washington D.C. ELPC was established in 1993 and has an annual budget of $6.5 million. Please see www.elpc.org.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide administrative, research, and technical assistance to approximately 7 attorneys in a fast-paced office. Specific duties include: document editing and manipulation, policy research, electronic and paper filing of documents in federal courts, state courts, and administrative agencies, maintenance of attorneys’ registration, coordination of travel arrangements, and providing general administrative support. Helps coordinate job searches and law student internships. Assist with office administrative responsibilities.
QUALIFICATIONS: Excellent computer skills with high proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Suite is required. A keen attention to detail, including proofreading, is required. Well organized with the ability to juggle multiple tasks and deadlines. Demonstrated commitment to environmental protection. Previous legal experience preferred. Willing to work occasional late evenings and weekends. College degree required.
SALARY: Commensurate with experience and with ELPC’s salary structure that is competitive with other large public interest environmental organizations. Excellent benefits provided.
How to apply:
Applicants should send a cover letter, resume and professional references to: Erin Morse, e-mail:[email protected] Fax: (312) 795-3730. Telephone inquiries are discouraged. The Environmental Law and Policy Center is an equal opportunity employer and is continually seeking to diversify its staff.
Organization: Washington State Mentors
Position Title: Executive Director
Hours & Compensation: Exempt – Full Time
Application Deadline: Not listed
Job Description:
The Executive Director of Washington State Mentors (WSM) provides overall leadership to the mission of the organization. This position reports to the Board Chairman and is responsible to the Board of Directors. The Executive Director works closely with the Board to establish goals, strategies, and plans and leads the organization to ensure sound administrative and fiscal policies and procedures are followed. This position will review the organization and provide a plan of action that will best position WSM for the future. The Executive Director heads development initiatives, cultivates relationships with individuals and foundations and engages in direct solicitation of major donors, represents WSM to the community and manages staff to ensure WSM meets its mission.
Responsibilities:
- Act as WSM’s primary fundraiser.
- Steward existing donors and cultivate new donors to develop resources for the organization.
- Manage and monitor the day-to-day performance of WSM operations and programs.
- Manage the organization and staff consistent with organizational philosophies, policies and procedures.
- Serve as the WSM’s lead fundraiser, overseeing WSM’s development staff to steward existing donors to develop new resources for the organization.
- Report to the WSM board and keep them apprised of progress and operational issues.
- Provide oversight for WSM board’s development committee to facilitate fundraising and development efforts with respect to foundation, government, corporate prospects and donors.
- Guide the staff to develop an annual operating plan and financial budget for board review and approval.
- Manage and direct the organization toward its primary objectives, departmental budgets, cash flow, etc.
- Build and maintain strategic alliances in public and private sectors to benefit WSM.
- Represent WSM and create a positive image of the organization with donors, community members, government and professional organizations, and the general public.
- Conduct an external scan of the Washington state mentoring and donor communities to inform the board on how WSM can be best positioned for the future to fulfill its mission.
- Work with the board and staff to explore organizational goals and objectives to identify critical strategies for inclusion in a long-term (3 years) strategic plan.
- Inform the Board of market, technology, and regulatory issues/trends that may impact WSM’s goals and future plans.
- Provide training opportunities to keep staff engaged and current on leading mentoring techniques and philosophies as needed.
- Create an environment of that attracts and retains talented individuals, who share in the mission of the organization.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Senior Program Officer, Marketing and Development Officer, and Outreach Officer
- Work in partnership with DSHS Deputy Director.
Qualifications:
- Strong leadership, interpersonal abilities, organizational, analytical, and operational skills.
- Excellent management skills and proven leadership.
- Ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on complex topics to senior management, public groups, and/or Boards of Directors.
- Successful fundraising experience and experience cultivating donors.
- Success in working with a board of directors.
- Strong understanding of government relations.
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret complex documents.
- Strong understanding of public relations and ability to promote the mission.
- Working knowledge of finances, balance sheets and income statements.
- Experience in leading a diverse group of people.
- Understanding of and ability to develop a strategic plan.
- Ability to define problems, gather data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Ability to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints.
Requirements:
- Ten or more years related experience with non-profit organizations, mentoring experience.
- Ten or more years of progressive managerial experience in a successful organization.
- Thorough knowledge of non-profit organizations, financial & accounting policies and practices.
Work Environment and Physical Demands: The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those required by an employee to perform the responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work Environment:
Work is generally conducted in an office environment with minimal exposure to excessive noise or adverse environmental issues.
Physical demands:
Use of a computer to access information;
Sitting for extended periods of time;
Occasional standing, walking, lifting up to 25 lbs; and
Travel is required 30% of the time.
Compensation and Benefits:
Salary will be commensurate based on the applicant’s education level, relative work experience, and other attributes. The Foundation offers outstanding benefits including medical, dental, vision, LTD, and Life/AD&D insurance for employees; a generous retirement contribution; holiday pay and 15 days of annual vacation.
To Apply:
To be considered, submit a letter of interest with salary requirements (or salary history) and resume in Word or PDF format via email to [email protected], and indicateExecutive Director in the subject line.
Application review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Selected applicants will be invited for an interview and will be asked to provide references.
Equal employment opportunity and having a diverse staff are fundamental principles at Washington State Mentors. To learn more about the Washington State Mentors, please visit our web site at http://wamentors.org/.
Employment at Washington State Mentors is contingent upon successful completion of drug testing and criminal background screening as well as successful past employer reference checks. Washington State Mentors is an “at will” employer.
How to apply:
To be considered, submit a letter of interest with salary requirements (or salary history) and resume in Word or PDF format via email to [email protected], and indicateExecutive Director in the subject line.
Application review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Selected applicants will be invited for an interview and will be asked to provide references.
Organization: Appalachian Mountain Club
Position Title: Youth Opportunities Program, Logistics & Trip Support Associate
Hours & Compensation: Full time.
Application Deadline: March 1, 2014
Job Description:
The AMC’s Youth Opportunities Program (YOP) makes the outdoors accessible to 30,000 urban and at-risk youth each year. We accomplish this by providing training and support to hundreds of youth agencies, schools, and youth workers throughout the Northeast who independently lead youth groups into the outdoors. YOP’s continuum of services includes outdoor leadership training, free equipment loans, trip planning assistance, reduced lodging rates at AMC destinations, professional development, and youth adventures. This unique model enables our YOP-trained partners to use the outdoors to meet their youth development goals. YOP is expanding rapidly and looking for talented individuals to join our team which aims to serve at least 50,000 youth per year by 2020.
The YOP Logistics & Trip Support Associate will be responsible for supporting all aspects of YOP’s Boston-based trainings, workshops, and member assistance. This includes overseeing all five outdoor equipment sites operated by our Boston office, which are located in Boston, Randolph, North Andover, Worcester, and New Haven, CT. This position will ensure YOP equipment sites operate efficiently and effectively in order to best serve YOP Members and staff. Key areas of work include scheduling, inventory, distribution, education, organization, safety, maintenance, research, and repair.
The Associate will also provide a wide variety of logistical support for YOP trainings and workshops. Logistical support will include, but is not limited to preparing equipment, food, paperwork, and educational materials. Roughly 70% of the position will be devoted to managing equipment. The other 30% involve providing logistical support for YOP trips and trainings.
This full-time position reports to the YOP Senior Manager for New England and offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits. The position is based at AMC’s Boston headquarters and regional travel is expected.
Responsibilities:
- Equipment Site Management: Clean, repair and maintain outdoor equipment to ensure safety and longevity. Keep equipment rooms clean and organized. Develop and follow year-round management plan for equipment sites including schedule for cleaning, testing, repairing, resupply, and washing.
- Equipment Inventory: Manage an accurate overall inventory of equipment for YOP’s Boston program base. This includes remote equipment sites in the Blue Hills, North Andover, Worcester, and New Haven. Determine annual equipment needs, purchases, and repairs within the YOP budget. Conduct annual equipment inventory. Repair all equipment in a timely manner. Collaborate with YOP Senior Manager to determine priorities for repair and replacement, and make suggestions for future purchases.
- YOP Member Support: Schedule and attend appointments with YOP Members for equipment pick up and return. Coordinate equipment usage to maximize availability to YOP Members. Ensure equipment loans correspond to YOP Leader Profile, meeting risk management standards. Work closely with AMC lodging reservations staff to ensure successful booking of YOP groups at budgeted and approved rates.
- Logistics: Provide logistical support for Outdoor Leadership Trainings, workshops, and direct service trips. Prepare equipment for trainings and workshops. Plan menus and handle food requisitions and purchases for YOP trainings and workshops.
- Volunteers: Coordinate volunteers and interns to assist with equipment room tasks. Train interns in equipment room procedures. Plan and oversee regular equipment repair events to utilize volunteer assistance with maintenance and repair of outdoor equipment.
- Reporting: Collect and monitor trip statistics and payments from YOP Members that utilize AMC lodging facilities. Document gear usage at each equipment site.
- Risk Management: Provide backup logistical and emergency support to trips in the field. Provide on call coverage. Ensure equipment sites are secure and that YOP Members and staff follow safety policies and procedures to prevent equipment loss and manage risk.
- Material Development: Create educational materials, signage, and equipment usage guidelines.
- Fund Raising: Assist with equipment related fundraising tasks.
- Other tasks as assigned.
Qualifications:
- B.A. or B.S. in Outdoor Leadership or Recreation, Environmental Education or Studies, or related field, preferred.
- Proven ability to work with a variety of diverse populations including youth, adults, volunteers, and staff.
- Experience working with outdoor equipment required, along with experience with repair and maintenance.
- Strong organizational and communication skills. Logistical skills for outdoor program planning.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Experience working with youth in an outdoor adventure program preferred. Experience with urban youth, desirable.
- At least one year previous experience facilitating outdoor related activities.
- Working knowledge of outdoor skills, primarily camping, backpacking, and winter travel.
- Wilderness First Aid and CPR preferred.
- Familiarity with the Boston area very desirable.
- Sense of humor, patience, flexibility, and hardworking, a must.
- Ability to drive 12-passenger van safely and possession of a clear personal driving history. Must hold valid driver’s license and be able to pass a DOT medical exam.
- Ability to hike and camp in mountain terrain carrying a 40-50 pound pack, in all weather conditions. Ability to lift 65 pounds from ground to waist high.
- A general knowledge of the AMC and its mission, desirable.
- Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- Ability to work weekends and evenings.
Benefits of Working with the AMC The AMC offers a great benefits package! Here is a partial list that highlights some benefits offered for our regular full-time employees. Benefits may vary based on position.
- Group Health Plan, 75 percent employer paid.
- Group Life Insurance, 100 percent employer paid.
- Long-Term Disability Insurance, 100 percent employer paid.
- Vacation: four weeks accrued each year. Holidays: 13 paid holidays/year.
- Use of AMC Facilities, free and discounted rates.
- Free AMC membership.
The Appalachian Mountain Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages diversity in the workplace. AMC has zero tolerance for the abuse of children. Any employee or intern with access to children will have a criminal record check performed and have references checked regarding their past work with children.
How to apply:
Please email resume, cover letter and salary requirements to [email protected]. No phone calls, please. Expected start date: March 1, 2014.
Organization: The Children’s Nature Institute
Position Title: Program Operations Director
Hours & Compensation: Full time, 40 Hours a Week / Up to $42,000 per year salaried
Application Deadline: Not listed
Job Description:
The mission of The Children’s Nature Institute (CNI) is to educate children, families, and communities through interactive experiences in nature and to inspire respect, responsibility, and a connection to the natural environment.
The Program Operations Director is instrumental in managing and directing our talented team of Program Staff to provide the most effective, efficient and impactful nature-based programming to more than 10,000 children each year. This important role also manages all our partnership programs and is responsible for meeting our annual fee-based income goals.
Team Management
- Manage a team of highly skilled and expert staff, including: Education Manager, Environmental Educators, Volunteer Coordinator, Office Coordinator, and Animal Husbandry Specialist.
- Responsible for the hiring and training of all new staff.
- Assist with balancing schedules and workflow.
- Troubleshoot and find solutions with personnel when issues arise.
- Guide, mentor, and encourage staff development.
Program Direction
- Work with our Education Manager to monitor and plan the overall Program Department workload, projects, and staff assignments.
- Ensure that the staff assigned to scheduled programs and events is supported and well-prepared, and that all database information is complete.
- Monitor and assist in program tracking. Report program statistics such as: number of people served, evaluations received, program budgets, etc. Provide assistance to Directors in compiling and interpreting factual information for grant writing and board meetings, etc.
- Gather, organize, and occasionally develop documentation and evaluations of various programs, working closely with Education Manager and Environmental Educators in the design and scope of related documentation.
- Prepare for and lead weekly Program Meetings.
- Help to source, price, and acquire any new program materials.
- Photograph programs and events when necessary, to provide material for media and grants.
- Monitor CNI’s Wondermobile traveling science vans to ensure staff is completing weekly fuel purchasing, washing, oil changes, and regular servicing appointments. Report vehicle issues to Executive Director for assessment.
- Responsible for handling all customer service feedback.
- Control the monthly/annual Program Budget as advised by Executive Director.
Animal Husbandry Supervision
- Assist our highly skilled Animal Husbandry Specialist to ensure health and welfare of all animals; ensuring that Program Team is providing the necessary daily care to each of the animals in our collection, meeting each species’ exact requirements.
Fee-Based Income & Collaborative Partnership Management
- Manage existing non-profit and for-profit partnership programs: work with partners to assess needs and determine program/contract structure that that is aligned with the organizations’ missions.
- Develop, source, and secure new income-generating programs. Responsible for achieving the financial goals set in the annual budget. Bring substantial value-added, mission-related programs for clients, educators and organization. Contact new schools, new organizations, etc. that can pay for our programs.
- Develop and implement new program marketing materials and overall marketing strategy. Similarly, design and incorporate the sale of CNI for-profit items that are aligned with our mission.
- Ensure all fee-based program bookings for schools, events and parties are completed accurately and in a timely manner by staff, via: phone conversations, scheduling by e-mail, inputting information into our database, sending all necessary paperwork to the booking party and making sure confirmation policies are received in a timely manner. Work with teachers, administrators or parents to plan and implement activities and curriculum that are of interest to the private party and that promote fun, hands-on learning experiences for all kids.
- Assign staff to all of the booked partnership and fee-based programming.
- Maintains and prepares staff on high quality customer standards for all programming.
Organizational / Miscellaneous
- Assist the team in preparation work for annual events such as Annual Gala, Urban Nature Week, Kids Rock, etc.
- Contribute to and write materials for funding purposes, as required by Executive Director, which may include proposals, reports, marketing and other communications.
- Ensure that CNI’s monthly newsletter (via Constant Contact) is published in a timely manner, with staff contributing to the necessary areas.
How to apply:
To apply: Email cover letter, resume and salary history to: [email protected]
Please title the email subject line: Program Operations Director
Please, no calls.
Organization: Alliance Resource Consulting
Position Title: Director, Department of Environment
Hours & Compensation: Full time. 137,878 – 175,994/ annual
Application Deadline: February 28, 2014
Job Description:
The City/County of San Francisco is a worldwide leader for environmental excellence and at the center of the environmental sustainability movement. The Department of Environment creates visionary policies and innovative programs that promote social equity, protect human health, and lead the way toward a sustainable future.
The Director of the Department reports directly to the Mayor, supports the Commission on the Environment, and is responsible for providing a bold, strategic environmental vision for the Department and the City. Because the Department’s budget relies on outside funding and is approved by the County Board of Supervisors and its work program affects virtually every other City/County department, the business community and the general public, the Director must be an excellent fundraiser, collaborator, communicator and consensus builder as well as a visionary and passionate environmental steward.
Requires a bachelor’s degree (an advanced degree is desirable; and five years of experience performing similar duties, of which a minimum of two years involved a significant management and supervisory responsibility. Demonstrated experience working effectively with policy makers and environmentally marginalized communities is highly desirable. EEO/ADA
How to apply:
Apply to[email protected]no later than 5:00 pm onFriday, February 28, 2014. For questions or inquiries, please contact Sherrill Uyeda or Cindy Krebs at[email protected]or (562) 901-0769.
Organization: City of Takoma Park
Position Title: Sustainability Coordinator
Hours & Compensation: Full time.
Application Deadline: Not listed.
Position Description:
The City of Takoma Park is seeking a Sustainability Coordinator to develop, plan, supervise, manage and lead efforts to develop and implement a City-wide environmental sustainability effort with a particular emphasis on residential and multi-family energy efficiency. The Sustainability Coordinator will provide professional services, either directly or through subordinate staff and/or professional service contracts, in the areas of energy management as well as voluntary program design, implementation and measurement.
Typical Duties:
- Responsible for identifying sustainability goals, advocating for resources, and analyzing and proposing new policy to address sustainability.
- Accountable for program development, outreach to the community, partnership building with organizations within and outside the community, and pursuing funding and financing mechanisms for achieving plan goals.
- Design, implement, monitor, document, and communicate about programs targeting residential and multi-family building efficiency, carpooling and transportation challenges, and public and private renewable energy projects.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Policy or Management, Public Administration, Urban Planning or other related field;
- Three (3) to five (5) years related professional experience including developing and implementing energy efficiency and renewable energy programs.
- Knowledge of and experience in environmental management, climate change, energy efficiency, renewable energy and environmental sustainability principles.
How to apply:
Please visit our website atwww.takomaparkmd.gov/hr/careers
Organization: Urban Green Council (USGBC New York Chapter)
Position Title: Education Manager
Hours & Compensation: Full time
Application Deadline: February 28, 2014
Overview:
Education Manager
Urban Green Council, the New York Chapter of the U.S. Green Building Council, seeks a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to manage and lead curriculum development for green building education programs with a national reach.
About Urban Green Council
Urban Green Council’s mission is to advance sustainability in urban buildings through our education, advocacy, and research efforts.
A non-profit organization established in 2002, Urban Green Council, the largest chapter of the U.S. Green Building Council, has quickly grown to a full-time staff of 16. Our in-house experts and a dedicated network of volunteers are helping to transform the built environment in New York City with models that can be replicated in urban centers nationwide.
Urban Green Council provides a range of educational and networking events for members and the green building community, conducts research, and advocates for change that will make cities more sustainable. Flagship programs include the Building Resiliency Task Force, NYC Green Codes Task Force, GPRO: Green Professional Building Skills Training, and the EBies: our national awards for performance improvements in Existing Buildings. Please visit www.urbangreencouncil.org for more information.
Urban Green Council’s Educational Programs
GPRO (www.gpro.org) is a series of courses and exams that teach the people who build and maintain buildings the principles of sustainability and trade-specific green construction knowledge. It fills a critical gap in the world of green building by completing the circle between green design, construction and operations, engaging audiences who are not otherwise reached by the case-study seminars typical of green building education.
Conquering the Energy Code is a series of courses that teach Architects and Engineers the basics of sustainable design and strategies to comply with ever more stringent energy codes. These courses will find engaging ways to motivate participants to incorporate sustainability into their design process.
Targeted Green Education is a series of educational programs to reach audiences in the real estate industry who have had previously had little access to green education such as commercial tenants, coop and condo board owners, brokers and appraisers and teach them ways that they can act to incorporate sustainability into their current practices.
About the Position
The Education Manager will play a central role in creating materials for Urban Green’s signature programs, which will reach thousands of people in the construction and real estate industries, many of whom will be learning about sustainability issues for the first time.
Responsible for creating technical content, which may include gathering information from experts across the country, the Curriculum Manager will synthesize content into engaging and motivating curriculum materials. This individual will participate in strategic decisions about educational programs and develop high-quality written and graphic materials along with the curriculum team. The Curriculum Manager will act as a Master Trainer for instructors while advising about teaching methods and adult learning strategies.
The Education Manager will report directly to the Director of Education and be an integral part of the curriculum team consisting of an Education Coordinator, Education Associate(s), interns, and consultants.
This position will provide the qualified candidate broad latitude to shape the advancement of green building in the United States.
Key responsibilities:
- Create content and develop course materials that will motivate and inspire audiences.
- Strategize and implement new teaching methods (both in-person and online tools) that will convey important sustainability information in an effective way.
- Reach out to industry experts to recruit them as members of Curriculum Working Groups, which can range from 10-35 members, and maintain communication with them throughout the entire process.
- Participate in or chair meetings with curriculum committees and subject matter experts.
- Prepare detailed outlines of course manuals in conjunction with Curriculum Working Group.
- Prepare drafts of curriculum manuals focusing on accuracy of technical content, flow and audience appropriateness.
- Review and edit drafts of PowerPoint presentations, classroom exercises, instructor materials and exam questions.
- Lead instructor training sessions and participate in instructor feedback process.
- Work with Education team to develop and be responsible for executing a curriculum development schedule, including budget projections.
- Maintain exceptionally high level of quality control for course materials including consistency among modules, adherence to curriculum committee’s intent and compliance with GPRO style guidelines.
- Participate in senior staff meetings, staff review process and staff recruiting as needed.
Required skills and qualifications:
- Masters degree or equivalent in architecture, engineering, construction management or related field
- Minimum of 10 years related work experience in sustainability and design, construction or building operations
- Experience teaching to adults and ability to connect with and engage diverse audiences using different teaching platforms
- Proven interest in and understanding of green building and environmental issues
- Strong technical writing skills, a writing sample is required
- Outstanding organizational skills and proven ability to follow-through on long- and short-term tasks
- Proactive and strong work ethic and ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities effectively
- Ability to think through problems and identify forward-looking solutions
- Strong communication, writing and interpersonal skills
- Experience working on fast-paced project teams
- Personable and professional, with project and team management skills
- Knowledge of and competence with MS Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Google Docs
Compensation: Commensurate with experience. Benefits include health insurance, employee-paid 401(K) plan and a generous vacation policy.
How to apply:
How to Apply: Please email cover letter and resume (compiled in a single PDF titled [NAME]) with “Education Manager/your name” in the subject line to[email protected]
Organization: THE VUTIKALULU CENTRE FOR SUSTAINABLE TECHNOLOGY AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT
Position Title: Permaculture Design Intern
Location: Waibau, Waibau, Central, 0000, Fiji
Hours & Compensation: 30 hours/week. Unpaid
Application Deadline: Not listed.
Internship Description:
We are a Charitable Trust set up by indigenous Fijians on village land. We are a permaculture demonstration and training site. We expect to start a permaculture design intern program Aug/ Sept 2014 under our manager a trained and experienced permaculturist. For every international place offered we will offer a free place to a local person
The project takes a holistic approach to eliminate poor health, poverty and poor opportunities in rural areas of Fiji where most people are subsistence farmers. These problems lead to young people at best drifting to cities / moving abroad or staying and abusing kava/ marijuana/ home brew. Hence the degeneration of rural communities. Life expectancy is 65 years and 70% die of NCDS.. We demonstrate how rural life can be improved through sustainable farming, building and energy production without incurring high costs. We live in harmony with the environment walking the talk of sustainable life. Our model is empowering, showing people what can be achieved rather than imposing solutions the project aims to effect lasting change by giving communities the tools to assess their needs and make changes they see as important. It links communities with information available from other permaculture sites and on the Internet from projects around the world who are effecting change and helps try out various models used to see their reliance in the Fiji environment. The emphasis is practical – learning by doing research by trying things out
How to apply:
Contact us on [email protected] or more detailswww.vutikalulu-centre.com
Organization: Global Green USA – Coalition for Resource Recovery
Position Title: Coalition for Resource Recovery & Solar for Sandy internship
Hours & Compensation: Unpaid
Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis
Internship Description:
Global Green USA is seeking a Program Intern to work in our New York office. The intern will support Global Green’s work with food waste and food packaging – as well as our Solar for Sandy initiative.
·Coalition for Resource Recovery: CoRR (thecorr.org) is an industry working group dedicated to generating business value through turning waste into assets. The Coalition identifies and promotes effective food waste and food packaging waste diversion technologies and programs through conducting pilot programs in New York City and around the country.
·Solar for Sandy. See video here. Interns will also have the opportunity to support Global Green’s work with its Solar for Sandy initiative for deploying grid-tied solar systems with battery back-up.
Responsibilities:
·Interns will have the opportunity to learn about innovative food waste and food packaging waste diversion technologies and systems;
·Assist with on-the-ground pilots;
·Help research new technologies and waste diversion programs;
·Participate in teleconferences and summarizing meetings with industry on key issues;
·Drafting reports and letters to member and quality-assuring reports;
·Supporting event planning;
·Update the website; and
·Assist with administrative tasks.
Eligibility:
·Must have an interest in recycling, waste diversion, and/or related environmental issues.
·Must have strong writing and research skills.
·Must be a self-starter, flexible, and able to manage multiple tasks.
·Must have effective interpersonal communication skills.
·Master’s degree students preferred.
Time Commitment: Full-time and Part-time positions are available for a minimum of ten weeks.
Location: Our office is located at 350 7th Ave., New York, NY.
About GGUSA: Founded in 1993 by activist and philanthropist Diane Meyer Simon, Global Green is the American Arm of Green Cross International (GCI), which was created by President Mikhail S. Gorbachev to foster a global value shift toward a sustainable and secure future by reconnecting humanity with the environment. Global Green USA is the only national environmental nonprofit headquartered in Southern California and has offices in New Orleans, Washington, D.C., and New York. It is one of 31 national GCI affiliates throughout the world.
Values: Professionalism; Respect, Trust, and Teamwork; Transparency, Openness, and Communication; Nimble Yet Focused Risk-Taking Entrepreneurialism; Optimism; Balance and Fun
Compensation: This internship is unpaid. Academic credit is available. Please ascertain academic credit details with your educational institution.
To Apply: Please send resume, cover letter (including dates and times of availability), and short writing sample (1-3 pages). Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. EOE.
How to apply:
To Apply: Please send resume, cover letter (including dates and times of availability), and short writing sample (1-3 pages) to Matt at [email protected]. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. EOE.
