Organization:
Position Title:
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Dates and compensation: This position is full-time subject to future funding and consistent with Alliance employment policy. Salary to be commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits, including health, vacation and retirement plan, are included.
Application Deadline: February 15, 2015
Description: We’ve got a big vision at the Alliance: a healthy Great Lakes for people and wildlife, forever. To fulfill this vision, we need a diverse group of people that make climate-informed policies and practices happen in coastal communities.
The Resilience Coordinator, a new position with the Alliance, will be a vital member of the Building Resilience team. The coordinator will be able to look across municipal boundaries to develop and implement on the ground plans and projects that restore ailing coastal habitat — the lakes’ first line of defense against pollution and a safe harbor for fish and wildlife. He or she must have an extensive knowledge of tools and tactics needed to implement climate-informed community plans and policies and will build partnerships that conserve important tributaries and coastal habitats that feed and nourish the Great Lakes.
The Alliance for the Great Lakes sets the protection agenda for the Great Lakes, a resource of global significance and the world’s largest source of surface freshwater. The Alliance seeks to protect the Great Lakes from their greatest threats, build a resilient future for communities and instill the value of clean water throughout the region. The Alliance is also a four-star Charity Navigator organization. Learn more about the Alliance at www.greatlakes.org.
Responsibilities:
Strengthen and motivate our network of local partners in the Chicago-Milwaukee corridor to address stormwater impacts to ravines and Lake Michigan. This includes engaging individuals and networks of public and private landowners, identifying appropriate project locations and breaking down barriers to project implementation. In Michigan City, Indiana and the Trail Creek watershed, the coordinator will work with our local partners to develop investment and implementation for green infrastructure priorities, and to create powerful and compelling narratives of local change.
Combine policy-making and scientific know-how to engage local agency and non-profit stakeholders in developing community conservation goals and projects.
Research and develop climate-informed and conservation-focused land use policies that have the greatest impact on water resources.
Use spatial analysis to create compelling maps that identify and communicate critical information about impact areas.
Create and communicate information to decision makers about the benefits of climate-informed practices in their community.
Coordinate meetings and conferences for diverse groups of stakeholders that put partners on a path to action.
Collaborate with leading researchers to design facilitation strategies and evaluate success using social network analysis.
Join forces with internal colleagues to develop compelling content for external audiences.
Obtain grants and funding streams for projects that achieve climate-informed conservation goals.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree required plus 1-3 years of experience in planning, environmental policy, environmental science, environmental economics, public administration or related field.
Highly organized, with demonstrated success at project coordination across a multidisciplinary team.
Technical understanding of land-use planning, urban conservation, and stormwater management.
Technical understanding and experience using spatial analysis, and application of GIS tools.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, combined with group facilitation experience.
Ability to translate technical information to lay audiences and engage communities and individuals on the environmental and economic benefits of community conservation.
Self-driven to meet deadlines without prompting, committed to team work structure and adept at use of online collaboration tools.
Impeccable attention to detail, ability to manage multiple projects and self-establish workload priorities.
Attraction to mission-drive public interest work, often with resource limitation that require resourcefulness in leveraging assistance from and managing pro bono experts and volunteers.
How to Apply: Please e-mail a cover letter, resume, references, writing sample and mapping sample to: .
Applications will be accepted until February 15, 2015 or until the position is filled. Materials should be compatible with Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat. Applicants will receive confirmation of receipt of their materials and further guidance and updates about the hiring process by e-mail, with interviews provided for finalists. No phone inquiries please.
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Position Title:
Location: Washington, DC
Dates and compensation: Full-time starting as soon as possible. Compensation +/- $45,000 based on experience and qualifications, includes generous benefits and paid holidays.
Application Deadline: February 6th or until position is filled.
Description: Casey Trees seeks a GIS Analyst in the Technical Services and Research Department (TS&R). The incumbent provides training, support and mapping solutions to the organization and constituents. The ideal candidate is proficient in ArcGIS for desktop and extensions, with an eye for
possesses good interpersonal and
functions well in a fast paced close-knit team setting, has a genuine interest in Casey Trees’ mission.
Responsibilities: · Fulfills map requests in a timely, professional fashion. · Develops new mapping styles and tools to suit individual users and groups. · Performs analysis on large datasets and runs queries as they arise. · Creates and manages Enterprise Geodatabases across the organization. · Maintains data updates software as needed (iPads, iPhones, PCs). · Engages in continual process improvement to help advance Casey Trees mission. · Manages the Casey Trees IOS tree-tracking application. · Performs weekly tree inventories in and fixes problems as they arise to combat errors. · Provides GIS training and support organization-wide on an individual and group basis · Submits articles and content to Casey Trees newsletter, Blog, and other forums. · Curates native DC, MD, and VA geographic data for users within the organization. · Performs GIS software installations on workstations organization-wide as well as interfaces with ESRI for account maintenance, support, and development opportunities. · Codes using Python, VBA, and SQL to automate tasks.
Qualifications: · B.S. degree (M.S. preferred) in Geography, GIS, Computer Science, or related field. · Highly proficient with ArcGIS for Desktop and extensions. · Programming experience in Python and SQL and ArcGIS Server desired. · Ability to work at a quick pace and troubleshoot in a timely manner.
How to Apply: Email cover letter and resume including available start date and contact information for three references to treestudy@caseytrees.org. Enter “GIS Analyst” in the subject line of the email.
Scholarship:
Organization:
Amount Of Award: $3,500
Application Deadline: April 1, 2015
Description: The Theodore Gordon Flyfishers, Inc. and the Environmental Consortium of Colleges & Universities are pleased to announce the 2015 Theodore Gordon Flyfishers, Inc. Founders Fund Scholarship.
This merit scholarship, in the amount of $3,500, is offered annually in the name of the TGF founders, to a single recipient who has demonstrated excellence and outstanding dedication in a field of study that falls within an environmental field of a school or department.
It was the hope of the founders, as it is the hope of the current membership of Theodore Gordon Flyfishers, that the recipient will use this scholarship to assist his or her studies, and after graduation seek employment in the tri-state region in either the public or private sector furthering the cause of environmental protection and riparian habitat conservation for the benefit of all.
Who may apply: This scholarship is available to: Graduate student who will be entering 1st or 2nd year as of Fall 2015, who will be enrolled, and who will continue to be enrolled during the award year ( academic year), in a full-time graduate degree program at a member institution of the Environmental Consortium.
[If you are an entering graduate student, you must be accepted into, and intend to attend in Fall 2015, a member institution and include proof of acceptance with this application.]
The eligible applicant’s major shall be in an area of environmental studies such as but not limited to ecology, hydrology, conservation biology, natural resource management, zoology or environmental law and policy.
Based on a 4.0 scale, the applicant shall demonstrate merit with a current 3.5 GPA in the environmental concentration courses and an overall minimum 3.0 GPA.
The scholarship is open to U.S. citizens only.
Having received a TGF scholarship in the past does not prohibit future eligibility.
A student may be awarded more than one consecutive TGF scholarship.
However, priority will be given to applicants who have not previously received a TGF scholarship.
How to apply:
to download the 2015 application.
Organization:
Position Title:
Location: Pocantico Hills, New York
Dates and compensation: Stone Barns Center offers a salary commensurate with experience and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision and 401k plans and paid time off.; This is a full-time, exempt position. Occasional evenings and weekends will be required.
Application Deadline: Position open until filled
Description: Stone Barns Center for Food and Agriculture is a non-profit farm and education center located just 25 miles north of Manhattan in Pocantico Hills, New York. Stone Barns operates an 80-acre four-season farm and is working on broader initiatives to create a healthy and sustainable food system. Through our Growing Farmers Initiative, children’s education programs, and diverse public awareness programs, we work to change the way America eats and farms.
Stone Barns Center has an opening for a full-time Growing Farmers Initiative Coordinator, reporting to the GFI Director.
Through the Growing Farmers Initiative, Stone Barns Center aims to work with others to equip beginning farmers with the knowledge and hands-on experience to launch economically viable, ecologically resilient farm enterprises.
Responsibilities: The GFI Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating three of the department’s core programs, which include:
1) The annual National Young Farmers Conference
2) Hands-on technical workshops
3) Small-scale public conferences for beginning farmers
The GFI Coordinator will be responsible for implementing, innovating and making these programs achieve a level of excellence that is unsurpassed. Working in collaboration with the present team, s/he will contribute to additional high priority initiatives, including content capture for our Virtual Grange website, management and development of relations with partnership organizations and sponsors, and expansion of an extensive Apprentice Alumni Network. The GFI Coordinator will also assist with other assignments as they arise and help with development of future programming.
Qualifications:
Undergraduate degree
3+ years of experience in a related-field
Extensive experience in and passion for conference and event planning and coordination
Sound judgment, an ability to work independently, project management experience
Familiarity with agricultural issues and/or farm experience preferred
Strong communication skills and ease in talking to the public
Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Technological proficiency in backend administration of online registration system, RegOnline, and proprietary website, social media and website management is a plus.
Demonstrated ability to work across all levels of an organization, independently and as a team member
A self-starter who thinks strategically and can find new and creative ways to enhance the GFI
Well-organized, detailed-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Commitment to and passion for Stone Barns Center’s mission
How to Apply: Please send cover letter and resume to jobs@stonebarnscenter.org
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Position Title: Green Building Policy Intern
Location: Washington, DC
Application Deadline: Position open until filled (Posted February 2, 2015)
Description: The Green Building Policy Intern will support the U.S. Green Building Council’s policy database by assisting the technical conversion of policy data to new database, ensuring the accuracy of existing data and researching additional green building policies throughout the world. This policy data is a vital resource to USGBC’s advocacy efforts and will help green building councils around the world communicate the market uptake of green buildings. The Green Building Policy Internship experience will impart valuable research skills and knowledge of policy making at all levels of government.
Please note that this is an unpaid position and intern must be eligible to receive academic credit.
After completing the program, the intern will be able to:
Demonstrate experience in non-profit workplace and sector
Clearly express concepts of sustainability and green building advocacy
More fully understand the benefits of green building and operations practices
Demonstrate practical experience in structuring research results in a format and style that is accessible to a general audience
Synthesize project data, surveys and qualitative data into a cohesive picture of the green building movement
Responsibilities:
Assist in the conversion of policy data to new database
Help to ensure the accuracy of existing policy data
Assist in the development of materials and resources that communicate successful green building policies
Categorize types of green building policies as models for other communities
Assist in the collection of global policy data
Coordinate with other national green building councils around the world
Synthesize and analyze global green building policies
Support USGBC’s global policy related coalitions and partnerships
Qualifications:
Current enrollment in graduate or undergraduate program of study
Major or specialization in Environmental Studies, Politics, Government, Law, Architecture or Engineering highly preferred
Knowledge of LEED Green Building Rating System highly preferred
Experience requirements
International policy experience highly preferred
Previous work experience in team/office setting preferred
Other Required Skills/Qualifications
Experience in Microsoft Office required, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
Proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite, especially InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator strongly preferred
Experience in Adobe Suite preferred, including InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator
Web management and HTML experience highly preferred
Database management experience highly preferred
Willingness and ability to learn new skills and software
How to Apply: Interested applicants should email or fax his/her resume and a letter of interest to our human resources department. Please be sure to note the title of the position you are applying for and submit files as PDFs or Word documents.
Ways to contact HR
Email jobs@usgbc.org
Fax 202-478-5046
No phone calls, please
Organization:
Award name:
Application Deadline: February 13, 2015
Description: The Barnabas McHenry Hudson River Valley Awards are grants awarded each year to four exceptional young leaders in the fields of environmental conservation, historic preservation, the arts and tourism. The awards, of up to $5,000 each, provide financial support for undergraduate and graduate students to pair with nonprofit organizations and execute exemplary projects in the Hudson River Valley.
In addition to the $5,000 awarded to McHenry Recipients, The Open Space Institute also awards $1,000 to their sponsoring organizations for supplementary expenses.
The Barnabas McHenry Hudson River Valley Awards were created in 2007 to honor the extensive contributions of environmental philanthropist and conservationist, Barnabas McHenry. Barney is passionate about preserving the scenic and environmental importance of the Hudson River Valley, celebrating its vibrant historical, artistic, and cultural resources, and supporting young leaders who embody this same passion.
Compelling Proposals and Applicants: The Open Space Institute awards grants to young leaders who conduct projects that celebrate the scenic and historical value of the Hudson River Valley, educate local and academic communities, promote awareness, and invoke change.
An advisory committee selects McHenry Awardees in each of the four disciplines based on the following merits:
Young leaders who demonstrate an excellence in their chosen field and a passion for their distinctive project.
Projects that produce tangible benefits to local communities in the Hudson River Valley.
Projects that impact a student’s respective college or university, introducing thought-provoking and compelling conversations to academic communities.
Eligibility:
Any nonprofit organization working in the Hudson Valley may nominate a candidate and the project that he or she will conduct. Eligible candidates must be undergraduate or graduate students. The project itself may be either a summer internship or a year-long endeavor.
How to Apply: Are you an undergraduate or a graduate student with a compelling project proposal but lack a partnership with a nonprofit organization? Here is a list of
in the Hudson River Valley you can contact about applying for a summer or year-long internship funded by the McHenry Award.
As a student candidate, your own college or university can also nominate you. The project would then be conducted in collaboration with either a professor or faculty member in place of a nonprofit organization.
Applications must be completed by February 13, 2015 and include:
completed by the nominating organization.
Letter from the candidate
Explain the importance of
Explain why you are qualifie
Letter must not exceed one page, single-
Candidate’s Resume (including academic achievements);
Project Budget.
The application submission deadline is 5:00 pm on February 13, 2015. Application must be submitted by email to Jessica Watson at
Organization:
Position Title:
Location: Stonington, Maine
Application Deadline: Rolling
Description: As a small non-profit with a big mission, we relish the opportunity to work with students and professionals in all stages of their career! Our past interns have been College of the Atlantic undergraduates, Island Institute Island Fellows, Duke University Marine Masters Candidates, and High School students. We are involved in a variety of projects that could benefit from science, policy, anthropology, law, or education experience. Please contact us if you are interested in a unique and exciting internship opportunity!
How to Apply: We would like to hear from you too. Send a message to Bobbi Billings at bobbi@penobscoteast.org
Organization:
Position Title: Summer Intern
Location: Unity, Maine
Dates and compensation: Internships with the Trust are unpaid. The Trust will provide housing, weekly farm fresh produce, mileage reimbursement.; Hours: F 30-40 May/June-A some weeks may consist of more work hours than others.
Description: Sebasticook Regional Land Trust is proud to be a trusted community partner, working with willing landowners to conserve the lands they love and the resources Central Maine relies upon – abundant wildlife and fisheries, working woodlands, clean water, family farms, and places to hunt, fish and recreate in nature. Now in our 10th year, the Trust has forever conserved more than 3,600 acres, including more than 1,800 acres managed for public access. Program areas are focused on land conservation and stewardship, habitat restoration, and environmental education.
The Trust seeks 2-3 summer interns to contribute to our continued success in 2015. Internship opportunities are focused on property stewardship or strategic communications, while also providing general support such as assisting with mailings, contributing to the Trust’s social media presence, or supporting public events.
Responsibilities: PROPERTY STEWARDSHIP The focus will be identification and management of nonnative invasive plants on Trust properties, with additional opportunity to contribute to trail maintenance and construction, natural resource surveys, and public programs. Interns will also contribute content to the Trust’s blog site. Desired skills include basic plant, bird and animal identification, basic GPS/GIS applications, ability to perform physically demanding field work.
STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS Intern will assist in writing media materials and promoting the Trust to media outlets. Various other tasks will be assigned throughout the duration of the internship tailored to match the intern’s skills and interests. Communications activity will support the general operations of the Trust but also an ongoing capital campaign and habitat restoration project. Candidates should have some knowledge of writing for the media and a knowledge of and interest in environmental conservation. Strong consideration will be given to students who have written for print or online publications. Other highly desired skills include digital p and social media tools like Facebook and Twitter.
Qualifications:
minimum of two years of college, with preference to students working towards degrees in environmental science, ecology, biology, communications, environmental media or related degrees.
ability to work independently and as part of a team
effective verbal and written communication skills
strong organizational and time management skills
ability to perform moderately strenuous manual labor
comfortable working outside
valid driver’s license
How to Apply: Candidates should submit a resume and letter of interest that indicates availability and preference for either a Stewardship OR Communications position. Positions will be filled as suitable candidates are identified.
Organization:
Position Title: Sr. Manager of Policy
Location: Beverly Hills, California
Application Deadline: Position open until filled
Description: Reports to the Director of Policy
TreePeople works to ensure we have enough tree canopy, healthy soil, and locally-sourced water for a climate-resilient Los Angeles. We do this by working at both the policy level and the grassroots community level to create unstoppable momentum for change. Over the past 20 years, we have led the facilitation, planning, funding and implementation of numerous multipurpose watershed projects.
TreePeople’s track record makes us one of LA’s most trusted organizations working on smart, sustainable management of our urban ecosystem. Today, TreePeople’s Policy Department is focused on two key initiatives: A “Water Resilience Initiative” and a “Collaborative Governance Initiative”. Aspects include:
Facilitating unprecedented collaboration among the leaders of LA’
Advising local, regional, and state policymakers on smart responses to California’
Facilitating LA City’s first Stormwater Capture Master P and
Translating best practices from Australia’s water system and policies to influence Los Angeles’ drought response and long-term water planning.
POSITION SUMMARY: TreePeople is seeking a Senior Manager to join our policy team. We’re looking for a leader who is passionate about transforming Los Angeles into a climate and water-resilient region. The Senior Manager must be eager to create significant policy changes requiring long-term planning and commitment, yet sufficiently focused and detail-oriented to master the day-to-day steps required to see these changes through. The Senior Manager will be responsible for helping to create laws, policies and incentives to significantly increase the region’s local water supply, with a focus on distributed stormwater capture. The candidate must be motivated, articulate and an independent problem solver. Candidates must have professional experience in environmental policy, with experience in water policy, stormwater management, green infrastructure and interagency governance preferred.
Reporting to the Director of Policy, the Senior Manager is responsible for implementing TreePeople’s Policy agenda, including performing policy research, managing policy projects, and maintaining relationships to ensure, enable and accelerate the implementation and success of TreePeople’s Strategic Vision.
Responsibilities:
Work with the Director of Policy to implement TreePeople’s policy initiatives at the local, state and federal levels to further TreePeople’s Strategic Vision and objectives.
Actively research and critically analyze policies, laws and practices related to TreePeople’s Strategic Vision to inform TreePeople’s policy efforts. Provide written or verbal comments to relevant agencies as appropriate.
Represent TreePeople at public meetings and stakeholder groups, advocating for progressive policies and laws to support increasing our local water supply and creating collaborative governance structures.
Write policy briefs, reports, advocacy and communications materials as necessary.
Create and maintain relationships with policymakers and their staff to facilitate their understanding and support for key policy positions.
Manage day-to-day logistics for policy projects, including developing strategy, scheduling meetings, tracking timelines, and working with key partners to successfully complete projects.
Analyze and monitor policy initiatives developed by other organizations, coalitions or legislators and engage as appropriate.
Qualifications:
Strong professional and educational background in public policy, with a focus on environmental and/or water policy. Advanced degree in a related field preferred.
Knowledge of Los Angeles-based governmental agencies and community-based organizations.
Excellent public speaking, writing, communication and organizational skills.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, as well as work on multiple projects at once.
Ability to communicate complicated data in a clear and effective way through reports, charts and other written means.
How to Apply: Send Cover Letter, Resume, and Salary History to: Jodi Toubes, Director of Human Resources & Administration, TreePeople, JToubes@TreePeople.org
Organization:
Position Title:
Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota
Application Deadline: February 13, 2015
Description: The Senior Manager, Sustainability Program has primary responsibility for design and leadership of projects related to corporate sustainability and the role of the business community in environmental stewardship and solution building. In addition, the Senior Manager will serve as the primary point of contact for existing partners and funders, and will lead in the development of new relationships with key contacts. The Senior Manager plans, executes and evaluates projects, and provides support to other Environmental Initiative projects. The position includes responsibility for project development, design, and fundraising, as well as implementation of existing and emerging projects related to sustainability. The position reports to Environmental Initiative’s Senior Director, Projects and Programs.
Initial projects will include:
Providing ongoing leadership for the Waste Reduction Collaborative
Playing a critical supporting role on the Business & Environment Series
Leading the development of a new collaborative leadership project designed to harness Minnesota’s sustainability leadership potential and catalyze action to reduce local business’ energy, waste, and water footprints
Responsibilities:
Project Development, Design and Fundraising
Develop and maintain a diverse network of strong relationships between individuals from the environmental nonprofit, government, and business communities.
Track sustainability issues and engage staff, board members, and external stakeholders to identify and develop new Environmental Initiative projects in the sustainability realm.
Work with the Senior Director, Projects and Programs, Chief Financial Officer and other project staff to develop viable business models, work plans, and budgets for projects.
Cultivate new relationships with potential corporate, foundation and government funders, and collaborate with the Executive Director, Development Director, and grant writer to secure funding for sustainability projects.
Project Leadership and Management
Lead and manage projects including project design, developing and maintaining work plans and budgets, identifying, tracking and evaluating project outcomes, and supervising project team members.
Serve as primary liaison to external partners on sustainability projects.
Work with Communications Director, Executive Director and other staff to plan and execute project communications.
Coordinate events and/or project-related meetings including agenda development, identification of strategy and objectives, facilitating discussion, and leading follow-up activities.
Provide project reports and updates to the Executive Director and the Environmental Initiative Board of Directors as needed.
Coordinate with other Environmental Initiative staff to integrate sustainability projects with long-term regional strategies and within the organization’s larger work.
Regularly convene staff members working on sustainability-related projects to coordinate activities, to find opportunities for synergy, and to further strategic goals.
Supervision, Communications, Organizational Strategy & Support
Directly supervise project managers and/or project associates at Environmental Initiative.
Support projects managed by other Environmental Initiative staff, including working at events.
Support Environmental Initiative’s general operating activities, including communications and fundraising.
Support project directors and project managers in the implementation of multiple projects at any given time, primarily focused on sustainable business and also potentially focused on air quality, energy policy, climate change, or other environmental issues.
Conduct research and produce reports synthesizing research findings.
Maintain written and oral communication with external project partners.
Participate in oral and written communication of project and organizational updates and outcomes to Environmental Initiative partners and the public (potentially including blog posts, email newsletter updates, event marketing communications, written project reports, and outreach and education presentations).
Participate with other staff in reaching out to and recruiting new external partners.
Keep abreast of emerging trends and issues related to sustainable business and the environment through reading, research, and engagement with the broader community of sustainability and environmental professionals.
Participate with other staff in planning and evaluating projects, including the development of measurable goals and project milestones.
Collaborate with Executive Director and other staff to develop and implement strategic direction for Environmental Initiative.
Participate in staff and board dialogues and meetings.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in a related field
At least six years experience in corporate sustainability or managing complex environmental projects, including budget responsibility and leading project teams
Supervisory experience, including delegating tasks, evaluating work products, and overseeing performance
Direct experience in developing new projects or programs and in fundraising from foundation, corporate, or government sources
Knowledge of a broad range of sustainability issues, including knowledge of how environmental issues impact the private sector, sustainable business practices, and/or sustainable development
Experience working in collaborative, cross sector environments to facilitate conversations or solve problems among individuals with diverse perspectives
Experience building and directing projects with diverse funding sources and cross sector partnerships
Highly skilled and effective communicator comfortable with meeting facilitation, public speaking, and written communications
Self-starter, with the ability to work independently and be self-guided
Creative problem solver, entrepreneurial spirit, and comfort with exploring and experimenting with innovative solutions
Outstanding team player and preference for working in teams
Ability to simultaneously think strategically and “big picture,” and manage logistical details effectively
Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple projects at one time
Proficient with Mac computer systems and Microsoft Office
How to Apply: Submit your cover letter, resume, salary requirements, and a brief writing sample (1-3 pages) to Ellen Gibson Senior Director, Projects and Programs Environmental Initiative 211 North First Street, Suite 250 Minneapolis, MN 55401 egibson@environmental-initiative.org
Organization:
Description: To students and colleagues who live in Rhinebeck and who may be interested in joining the town Conservation Advisory Board, the board is seeking new members.
The Conservation Advisory Board is made up of appointed volunteers, rather than elected officials.
How to apply: To join, interested volunteers fill out a quick application at Town Hall and then attend a town board meeting for confirmation.
Meeting time: The board meets once a month, on the second Thursday at 7pm.
*If you want more information about this BCEP graduate’s internship experience or want to get in touch with a student/alum, please contact Caroline Ramaley at ramaley@bard.edu.
Organization:
Location: Washington, DC
Student Name and Class Year:
Mary Gilligan, 2015
Organization description: Bob Casey believes that public service is a privilege and that he was elected to fight for Pennsylvania priorities and Pennsylvania values. He is working to foster financial security for American families, improve the lives of our children, increase opportunities for the middle class and protect our national security interests.
As a member of the Finance Committee, Senator Casey has made it his top priority to create Pennsylvania jobs and grow the U.S. economy.
Senator Casey has introduced legislation to make it easier for small businesses to plan for capital investments that are vital to job creation and voted to provide billions for tax cuts to encourage businesses to hire workers.
He has continuously fought against unfair trade policies that put American manufacturing at a disadvantage. He has pushed for the U.S. government to take stronger action against China in response to the undervaluing of its currency and other policies that result in American job loss. He also voted for legislation to eliminate tax incentives corporations receive to send U.S. jobs overseas.
Casey serves on five Senate committees: F Health, Education, Labor and P Agriculture, Nutrition, and F the Special Committee on A and the Joint Economic Committee.
Organization:
Position Title:
Location: Poughkeepsie, New York
Dates and compensation: Full time, with competitive salary and benefits.
Application Deadline: Position open until filled (Posted January 13, 2015)
Description: Scenic Hudson works to protect and restore the Hudson River and its majestic landscape as an irreplaceable national treasure and a vital resource for residents and visitors. A crusader for the valley since 1963, we are credited with saving fabled Storm King Mountain from a destructive industrial project and launching the modern grass-roots environmental movement. Today with 50 employees and more than 25,000 ardent members, we are the largest environmental group focused on the Hudson River Valley. Our team of experts combines land acquisition, support for agriculture, citizen-based advocacy and sophisticated planning tools to create environmentally healthy communities, champion smart economic growth, open up riverfronts to the public and preserve the valley’s inspiring beauty and natural resources.
We are guided by these enduring principles:
Everyone deserves opportunities to experience the Hudson River, to enjoy open space and to have a voice in decisions affecting their community.
The beauty of the Hudson River Valley is a unique source of spiritual and artistic vitality and must be preserved forever.
An outstanding quality of life is achievable only when a clean, healthy environment is a key component of economic growth.
Responsibilities:
Keep Raiser’s Edge data input current, including tracking foundation guidelines, deadlines, reporting requirements, write queries, contact and
Generate ticklers for needed individual and foundation-related actions to appropriate sta
Responsible for meeting multiple grant application and reporting deadlines and for helping to maintain up-to-date procedural guidelines for targ
Research individuals, board prospects, foundation and corporate grant prospects, analyze funding opportunities and summarize findings, recommend priorities and strategies
Develop new prospect sources and stay current on fundra
Prepare detailed mailing lists for Foundation/Corporation annual reports and newsletter exclusions, gala and other events throughout the year, or for special projects such as the Foodshed Conservation Plan distribution.
Keep informed of, and well versed on, issues internally and externally that relate to Scenic Hudson, its current proj
Prepare briefing and presentation materials for meetings with individuals, foundation and corporate funders (i.e. portfolio and PowerPoint preparation);
Assist with revenue budgeting process annually, and track progress on foundation/corporation funding requests and commitments as the year progresses. Coordinates with Finance Department to ensure consistency with funding allocations across fiscal years. Create and maintain analyses that measure ‘fundraising success’ across a range of timef
Prepare analyses of grant expenditures, staff allocations and deliverables for grant management an
Work with Vice President, Assistant Directors and staff to develop project budgets and bu
Provide support to other Development Depart
Staff special events (a shared responsibility of all Development staff), which from time to time fall on weekends and evenings
Qualifications: The qualified candidate will have first-rate communications, organization and analytical skills and be highly proficient in Raiser’s Edge, Microsoft Word, Excel and Adobe Acrobat. Prior fundraising experience, research and image editing preferred.
The ability to work under deadline, set and maintain priorities is essential. The ideal candidate will be a collegial team player who is capable of working independently to manage a variety of projects and administrative systems simultaneously, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
How to Apply: Please send resumé and brief writing sample to: tvanyo@scenichudson.org. No phone calls please. Scenic Hudson is an EOE promoting cultural diversity and excellence.
*If you want more information about this BCEP graduate’s internship experience or want to get in touch with a student/alum, please contact Caroline Ramaley at ramaley@bard.edu.
Organization:
Location: Washington, DC
Student Name and Class Year:
Mary Gilligan, 2015
Organization description: IUCN’s Global Gender Office enjoys worldwide recognition for the extensive work it has carried out over the past 12 years addressing gender equality issues within the environmental sector.
Experience includes the development of sector-specific gender tools, gender-mainstreaming efforts with a variety of global forums including the CBD (Convention on Biological Diversity), UNEP (United Nations Environment Programme), CSD (United Nations Commission on Sustainable Development), CSW (Commission on the Status of Women) and World Water Forum, along with the establishment of gender entities in environmental ministries throughout Central America. IUCN has provided support to UNEP and the CBD to develop gender action plans.
In the past five years, the IUCN Global Senior Gender Adviser has been conducting a series of activities to ensure that gender considerations are fully integrated in climate change and biodiversity policies. Part of her work has been the creation and consolidation of the GGCA (Global Gender and Climate Alliance), training to delegates from all around the world to the UNFCCC (United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change), building capacity at the governmental and nongovernmental institutions together with the development of various manuals as well as articles dealing with the topic.
*If you want more information about this BCEP graduate’s internship experience or want to get in touch with a student/alum, please contact Caroline Ramaley at ramaley@bard.edu.
Organization:
Location: Olema, California
Student Name and Class Year:
Sara Gendel, 2015
Organization description: Turtle Island is a leading advocate for the world’s oceans and marine wildlife. Our work is based on science, fueled by people who care, and effective at catalyzing long-lasting positive change that protects the likes of green sea turtles, whale sharks and steelhead trout.
By working with people and communities we preserve and restore critical habitats like the redwood forested creek banks of California to the full-of-marine-life waters of the Galapagos Islands. We accomplish our mission through grassroots empowerment, consumer action, strategic litigation, hands-on restoration, environmental education, and by promoting sustainable local, national and international marine policies.
*If you want more information about this BCEP graduate’s internship experience or want to get in touch with a student/alum, please contact Caroline Ramaley at ramaley@bard.edu.
Organization:
Location: Poughkeepsie, New York
Student Name and Class Year:
Terence Duvall, 2015
Organization description: Crusader for the valley since 1963, we are credited with saving fabled Storm King Mountain from a destructive industrial project and launching the modern grass-roots environmental movement. Today with over 25,000 ardent supporters, we are the largest environmental group focused on the Hudson River Valley. Our team of experts combines land acquisition, support for agriculture, citizen-based advocacy and sophisticated planning tools to create environmentally healthy communities, champion smart economic growth, open up riverfronts to the public and preserve the valley’s inspiring beauty and natural resources.
We are guided by these enduring principles:
Outstanding quality of life is achievable only when a clean, healthy environment is a key component of economic development.
All citizens have a right to outstanding quality of life, including access to our Hudson River, to open space and to participate in community decision-making.
Our natural environment is an irreplaceable source of spiritual and artistic vitality and must be preserved forever.
“Care enough to take action. Do your research so you don’t have to backtrack from a position. And don’t give up!”—Franny Reese, Scenic Hudson co-founder
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Position Title:
Location: Amherst, Massachusetts
Dates and compensation: Salary commensurate with experience. Includes health care and other benefits.
Application Deadline: February 14, 2015
Description: Kestrel Land Trust is an ambitious, nationally accredited land trust serving the heart of the Connecticut River Valley in western Massachusetts. Kestrel is seeking a Land Conservation Specialist to play a leading role in permanently conserving woodlands, farmland, and wildlands in a 19-town region surrounding Amherst, Northampton, and Holyoke. This is a great opportunity for an experienced land conservation professional to join a growing staff of five to increase the pace of land conservation in our region. The Land Conservation Specialist is responsible for managing and completing land conservation projects under the supervision of the Executive Director and in collaboration with Kestrel’s attorney, Stewardship Manager, Development Director, and Outreach Specialist. Projects will be prioritized and approved by Kestrel’s Lands Committee to fulfill the organization’s strategic conservation goals. This position has the potential to become a senior level position as the organization grows.
Responsibilities:
Land Conservation Deals o Identify and evaluate potential land conservation projects, including through field assessments. o Provide landowners with guidance and information about conservation options, including Conservation Restrictions (CRs), Agricultural Preservation Restrictions (APRs), fee sales, and charitable donations of land or interests in land. o Negotiate donations and bargain sales to facilitate conservation projects. o Collaborate closely with partners at municipal, state, and federal agencies as each project requires. o Draft conservation restrictions, cost-sharing and reimbursement agreements, option agreements, right of first refusal agreements, and other legal real estate contracts in consultation with Kestrel’s attorney. o Manage project budgets according to Kestrel standards and protocols, covering all projects costs, including the purchase price, due diligence expenses, stewardship funds, and staff time. o Prepare and implement fundraising strategies for conservation projects, including writing grant applications and fundraising appeals in collaboration with the Development Director. o Arrange for due diligence on all projects, including appraisals, site assessments, natural resource inventory and baseline information, and soil analysis as needed. o Prepare resource maps using ArcGIS 10.x in support of land protection projects. o Prepare conservation reports, budgets, and presentations for Kestrel’s Lands Committee and Board of Trustees. o Recruit and train interns from the 5-College Area to support land conservation and planning work.
Responsibilities: Partnerships and Outreach o Serve on conservation partnership committees including the Forever Farmland Initiative, Mass-Conn Sustainable Forest Partnership, North Quabbin Regional Landscape Partnership, Friends of Conte Refuge, and the Massachusetts Land Trust Coalition. o Participate in public presentations, landowner outreach events, and respond to public inquiries on land conservation issues.
Qualifications:
Strong personal commitment to land conservation, wildlife habitat protection, forest stewardship, a o Masters degree or equivalent experience preferred in environmental studies, natural resource management, environmental law, or land use a o 3 years professional experience managing land conservation projects or comparable projectmanagement experience. o Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including an ability to connect with people from all walks of life, good sense of humor, a flexible approach, and a positive attitude. o Demonstrated ability to negotiate with multiple parties about comp ability to mana and an aptitude for creative problem solving. o Strong writing and computer skills. o Ability to locate and physically walk remote land parcels. o Cartographic skills, including proficiency using GIS and GPS
How to Apply: Send cover letter with salary requirements, résumé, and two letters of reference in PDF format to info@kestreltrust.org. No phone calls or snail mail, please.
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Position Title:
Location: Pittsfield, Springfield and/or Northampton, Massachusetts
Dates and compensation: Salary: Pays $11/hr for 40 hrs/week, with an additional $2,000 bonus at the compl Benefits: Health I paid sick,
supplies and m Professional Development: Week- monthly professional trainings throughout experience
Application Deadline: Rolling applications are accepted until March 13, 2015
Description: The Center for EcoTechnology helps people and businesses in Massachusetts save energy and reduce waste. We make green make sense. For more than 35 years, we’ve offered proven advice and resources to save you money, make you more comfortable at home, and help your business perform better.
Working with partners throughout the region, we’re helping transform the way we live and work for a better community, economy, and environment – now and for the future. We provide practical solutions that save energy, materials and money and have a positive impact on our environment and community. We serve residents, business and communities in the areas of energy efficiency and waste reduction and through our retail store, EcoBuilding Bargains.
The Center for EcoTechnology is seeking six qualified college graduate candidates for a one-year paid fellowship position to work with our staff and other EcoFellows to carry out community outreach, school education and other activities related to climate action initiatives and educational programming in western Massachusetts. Activities will support the CET’s initiatives to assist residents, students, institutions and businesses across the region in ongoing programs in energy efficiency, home energy services, renewable energy, and waste reduction through recycling, reuse and home composting. The Fellowship offers a full orientation and week-long training by CET professionals in subjects related to above programs, as well as professional development exploring a variety of environmental topics throughout the fellowship. Fellows will be based in CET’s Northampton office.
Responsibilities:
Implement the Go Green Campaign – encouraging residents to take practical steps in home energy efficiency and personal behaviors choices towards a sustainable future.
Work with office staff on the documentation of home energy assessments, reviewing contracts, and supporting customer service to optimize our field and office efforts.
Assist field staff in home energy assessments, reviewing residential homes for potential energy efficiency measures and assist homeowners in behavior changes to improve their efficiency savings. Support field staff in communicating the program’s energy savings, financial implication and return-on-investment.
Assist field staff in performing home energy ratings of newly constructed homes, including field visits to the homes to inspect energy efficiency measures and assisting builders who seek to build more energy efficient buildings.
Support the CET Green Team, and work on Greening CET through energy and waste reduction programs.
Monitor progress for the CET Mission Impact Report and energy efficiency campaigns to reduce use.
Additional customer service support tasks assigned as required.
Qualifications:
o We are looking for creative and energetic college graduates (bachelor degree required) with an interest in education and outreach along with a familiarity with issues related to energy efficiency, renewable energy technologies, climate change, recycling and resource conservation. Previous experience through volunteering, internships and/or professional work is required.
o Commitment to the entire Fellowship program, from August 10, 2015 to June 30, 2016, is required.
o Fellows work a flexible schedule (40 hrs/week) that requires some evening and weekend hours as needed.
o Computer skills required, experience in creative uses of social media and/or graphic design preferred.
o Driver’s license and reliable, insured transportation is required.
o Ability to lift and move 50# will be required as necessary for certain placements.
o Background checks and drug testing will be required for all positions.
o CET is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all to apply.
How to Apply: Interview Process: Initial interviews are ongoing until March 18th, either in person or by phone. 2nd interviews will be scheduled for late March/early April, in person required. Hiring Process: Position placements will be offered by mid-April
EcoFellowship Placement: August 10, 2015 to June 30, 2016.
Send cover letter and resume via email to: hr@cetonline.org.
PLEASE NOTE PREFERENCE FOR TYPE OF FELLOWSHIP IN SUBJECT LINE OF YOUR SUBMISSION. You may include military service assignments and any verified work performed on a volunteer basis. CET is an equal opportunity employer.
*If you want more information about this BCEP graduate’s internship experience or want to get in touch with a student/alum, please contact Caroline Ramaley at ramaley@bard.edu.
Organization:
Location: Wong Chuk, Hong Kong
Student Name and Class Year:
Suolang Dongcuo, 2015
Organization description: The mission of the China Exploration and Research Society is to enrich the understanding of our cultural and natural heritage.
We, at the China Exploration & Research Society (CERS), are proud to have taken the step of committing ourselves to China’s remote regions and implementing projects to conserve nature and culture, in a sensitive and equitable manner. CERS allows me and others to network resources in advancing these goals as well as disseminating the results of our work. It is to this end that I would like to invite your participation in support of our organization and its various projects.
Organization:
Position Title:
Location: Washington, DC
Application Deadline: February 27, 2015
Description: ACEEE seeks a research analyst for its Federal Policy program. The position provides a balance of research, analysis, and outreach on energy efficiency policy in the United States, as well as in other countries. The research analyst will coordinate and lead on research in project areas laid out below, which include both small and large teams of ACEEE staff as well as external organizations and energy efficiency experts. This person will also support research with ACEEE’s executive director, policy director, and other senior policy staff. The research analyst will be supervised by the senior policy advisor in the Federal Policy program.
Responsibilities: Project areas include:
Lead author of ACEEE’sInternational Scorecard
Federal policy, including helping to estimate energy savings and emissions impacts from proposed energy efficiency legislation
Regulatory issues at the state and federal level, including the role of energy efficiency in compliance with air pollution regulations and opportunities to advance efficiency through non-legislative action in federal agencies and state regulatory bodies
Developing policy fact sheets and helping to develop policy funding proposals and reports
Special projects (e.g., recent projects have focused on statistical analysis of the impact of energy efficiency on electricity consumption, natural gas policy and federal policies for promoting energy efficiency in buildings)
Working directly with staff in congressional offices to address requests for legislative analysis and answer technical questions
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree
Degree or rigorous coursework in policy analysis, natural resources, and/or environmental studies preferred
Two or more years of work experience
Experience with policy analysis, including work experience and/or coursework
Experience with or sound knowledge of energy efficiency and environmental regulation
Understanding of the U.S. federal legislative, agency rulemaking, and federal regulatory processes
Highly analytical and detail- good spreadsheet analysis and graphing skills
Excellent writing skills
Superb organizational and project coordination skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Articulate and thoughtful
Tech-savvy and quick learner
How to Apply: Send cover letter, resume, and brief (1-2 pages) writing sample to job_openings@aceee.org and use “Federal Policy Research Analyst” in the subject line. We do not accept phone calls.
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