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Project Description This project is focused on supporting environmental education in schools, promoting environmental conservation practices at the community level, as well as life skills, gender and youth empowerment for community members. Volunteers will be seen as role models to youth and adults alike. They will work in schools with teachers and students on specific environmental themes based on their educational background and experience as well as addressing the needs identified by community members. Projects are located in areas of the country with high environmental priority such as protected areas and buffer zones, as well as important river watersheds, including the Panama Canal watershed. Volunteers will work at the community level creating or strengthening groups (youth and adults) with a focus on their environmental needs.   Through their work with youth groups, Volunteers will develop opportunities to train and/or mentor students and youth in leadership and life skills, promote a positive environmental stewardship and encourage a civic participation as well as the importance of accomplishing personal goals. Additionally, Volunteers will actively work to create after-school programs and support youth in various activities.   Through their work with adult groups, Volunteers will develop environmental activities such as organic gardening, nursery/reforestation, waste management and promoting eco- stoves use. They will also work with government agencies and Non-Governmental Organizations to develop sustainable living strategies and techniques that allow community members to live in their communities while conserving their sensitive ecosystems and natural resources. Required Skills Competitive candidates will have an expressed interest in promoting environmental awareness in schools and communities, and one or more of the following criteria: • Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science degree in any field   OR   • 5 years’ professional work experience Desired Skills Competitive candidates will demonstrate the following skills: • 3 months experience working in environmental science, environmental education or related field •Experience leading formal (in schools) and non-formal environmental education activities, training teachers, working with youth groups, organizing or initiating environmental awareness activities (e.g. recycling campaigns) • Highly desired environmental education teacher backgrounds or degrees • Working experience in one or more of the following: climate change/renewable energy, biology, marine biology, natural resources management, reforestation, organic gardening, waste management, agro-ecology • Professionalism and a strong commitment to teach, basic teaching experience preferred • Conversational Spanish Language Skills • Respect of the local education system roles and protocols and willingness to embrace it • Public speaking and presentation skills   • Willingness to facilitate cultural integration • Strong interpersonal skills   • Leadership skills • High level of self-initiative and self-direction, mixed with a good sense of humor. Required Language Skills Candidates must meet one or more of the language requirements below in order to be considered for this position.   A. Completed 4 years of high school Spanish coursework within the past 8 years   B. Completed minimum 2 semesters of Spanish college‐level coursework within the past 6 years   C. Native/fluent speaker of Spanish   Candidates who do not meet the language proficiency levels above can take the language placement exams to demonstrate their level of proficiency. Competitive applicants typically attain a score of 50 on the Spanish College Level Examination Program CLEP exam or a score of Novice‐High on the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL OPI). Additional Language Information Volunteers need to demonstrate an Intermediate-mid level of oral and written proficiency in Spanish for community placement by the end of Pre-Service Training. APPLY BY July 1 , 2018 KNOW BY Sept. 1, 2018 DEPART BY Feb. 19, 2019 POSITIONS AVAILABLE: 26

Project Description Volunteers who have served in Zambia consider it to be the "quintessential Peace Corps" experience due to the rural traditional communities Volunteers where volunteers are placed, the warmth and friendliness of the Zambian people and the supportive Volunteer environment.   The Rural Aquaculture Promotion (RAP) project is focused primarily on the principles and practices of rural-based, small-scale, integrated agriculture technologies. Volunteers collaborate with Zambia's Department of Fisheries with the goal of improving nutrition and rural livelihoods through fish farming. Volunteers live in rural farming communities and provide intensive extension services aimed at increasing farmer capacities to successfully build and manage fishponds to increase production and incomes. Volunteers teach and assist farmers in technical aspects such as site selection, pond construction, stocking, management, and harvesting. Volunteers seek to enhance the integration of fish farming with other agricultural activities such as gardening, animal husbandry, fruit trees, and agro-forestry.   For farmers who are interested in scaling up their activities, Volunteers also provide training in basic business skills such as planning, record keeping, and marketing. In addition, Volunteers teach members of households the importance of improving nutrition by using more food groups and meals that include fish.   The most successful Volunteers in Zambia are extremely flexible and adaptable, and have a passion for inspiring others. Peace Corps Zambia offers exceptional technical training during Pre-Service Training for those with the motivation to learn about the Environment and Food Security. Required Skills Competitive candidates will have an expressed interest in working in agriculture and must have a Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science degree in any field. Desired Skills Degree in Environmental Education, Environmental Studies, or Natural Resources Experience organizing/leading environmental education activities Experience promoting environmental awareness in schools and communities 1 to 3 years fisheries, farm, forestry, or nursery management experience 5 Years of professional work experience Required Language Skills There are no pre-requisite language requirements for this position. Please take a moment to explore the Language Comments section below to find out more on how local language(s) will be utilized during service. Additional Language Information While English is the official language of Zambia, most Volunteers will need to speak the local language in order to effectively communicate in their communities. Some community members may have intermediate or advanced levels of English, most will not. Therefore, Volunteers will be most effective when conversing and working in the local language and all Trainees must come prepared to learn a local Zambian language. Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com

General Summary The School of Biological Sciences at Illinois State University in Normal, IL (www.bio.illinoisstate.edu) invites applications for a 9-month tenure-track position in ECOLOGY at the level of Assistant Professor. We seek candidates who employ theoretical and/or empirical approaches in the laboratory or field at any level of organization: organismal, population, community, or ecosystem.  Successful candidates will be expected to establish a rigorous, nationally recognized, extramurally funded research program. The new faculty member will participate in courses related to ecology at both the graduate and undergraduate levels, and mentor B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. students.    Required Qualifications 1. A Ph.D. in Ecology or related field and post-doctoral experience are required.  2. State law mandates demonstrable oral proficiency in the English language as a requirement for teaching positions.    Desired Qualifications : 1. The ability to teach a graduate-level course in Biostatistics would be an asset.    Proposed Starting Date :  08/16/2018    Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com

General Statement San Mateo County Community College District values the principles of diversity and equity. We provide our students with a rich and dynamic learning community that embraces differences, emphasizing collaboration and engaging students in and out of the classroom, encouraging them to realize their goals, and to become critical thinkers and socially responsible leaders. This position is a “pool” position meaning that openings may or may not be currently available. The District maintains a “pool” of applications for positions which are needed on an ongoing basis at Cañada College, College of San Mateo, and Skyline College. The advantage of “pool” positions is when a position becomes available, the Dean may immediately begin screening applications from the available pool of applicants without having to post a position and wait while the position is being advertised. Your application for this position will be kept current for a period of three years. Duties and Responsibilities The duties below are representative of the position and not intended to cover all of the duties performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the scope of work is similar, related, or a logical assignment. 1. Teach classes as assigned from the regular curriculum 2. Assist in curriculum assessment, revisions, and new course development 3. Consult with students during regularly scheduled office hours 4. Maintain expertise in current teaching methodologies and curricula 5. Perform other professional duties as required by contract and general institutional needs Minimum Qualifications • Possession of a Master’s degree or above in geology, geophysics, earth sciences, meteorology, oceanography, or paleontology; OR Bachelor’s degree in geology   AND   Master’s degree or above in geography, physics, or geochemistry; OR the equivalent (see below) • Ability to communicate effectively and constructively with persons of diverse cultures, language groups, and abilities Physical Requirements Equivalence to Minimum Qualifications For persons applying for this position based on Equivalence, please answer the supplemental question on the online application indicating one or more of the following: Degree Equivalence The applicant possesses a degree(s) with similar content to those listed for the relevant discipline. The name of the degree is close to that specified on the Disciplines List but the degree either has a different title or area of expertise or the coursework is slightly different. Academic Background Equivalence Related to disciplines in which a Master’s Degree is not generally expected or available. The applicant must have completed at least 24 semester units of coursework in the academic field and must possess at least the equivalent level of achievement and the equivalent in breadth, depth of understanding, and rigor in each of the following: i) a broad cultural education usually met by the general education requirements for any Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree, and ii) a detailed study of the discipline in breadth, depth, and rigor, usually met by course work required for the degree major. Professional Achievement Equivalence The applicant must have completed the General Education requirements for that degree and show evidence of outstanding professional achievement and/or substantial training in the requested field. The applicant must submit substantial evidence, which demonstrates that his/her preparation, teaching experience, work experience, and ability are equivalent to those expected from a person who meets the minimum qualifications. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 1. Ability to teach one or more of the following discipline areas: Environmental Science Environmental Geology Historical Geology Meteorology Paleontology Physical Geology Oceanography 2. Ability to work effectively and constructively with persons of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including those with disabilities

Environmental Stewardship Associate Job Description: This is a seasonal, non-exempt position, primarily responsible for assisting in implementation of a summer high school internship at Walking Mountains Science Center (June – July) that corresponds to monitoring and restoration projects funded by the National Forest Foundation (NFF) and conducted by the United States Forest Service (USFS).  This position is also responsible for completion of physically demanding field work with the USFS (August – October). This position reports directly to the Environmental Stewardship Coordinator. Job Responsibilities Program Development: Implement an internship program that focuses on land management practices, ecosystem restoration, and stewardship ethics while directly aligning with NFF and USFS project goals. Assist in the implementation and teaching of a college-level curriculum that meets WMSC program goals and objectives. Create teaching materials for summer internship program. Participate in ongoing program development, evaluation, review, and revision. Field and Classroom Instruction: Train and mentor incoming high school students during their 8 week NFF Internship. Work as a team member with other Instructors, Educators, and Coordinators. Plan, prepare, and teach scientific/interpretive environmental education lessons/programs. Train and mentor students in research protocols for USFS monitoring projects. Assist in leading backcountry trips up to four consecutive days. Attend or conduct occasional evening and weekend programs and events. Provide occasional overnight supervision of students/interns. Program Coordination: Serve as a liaison between participating partner organizations, NFF and USFS to ensure all curricula and project work aligns closely with terms of the grant funding Collaborate with the USFS to establish needs for implementing the protocol for ongoing stream monitoring and other projects. Assist in maintaining database of student participation, assessment data, and evaluation. Participate in regular partner meetings and all-staff meetings, when applicable. Operations & Risk Management: Assist with upkeep and maintenance of facility, vehicle, and program resources including first aid supplies, teaching supplies and equipment, field gear, specimens, and library books. Safely transport students in company vehicles. Maintain required medical certifications. Evaluate environmental conditions and manage risk accordingly (Follow Walking Mountains’ emergency protocol and current wilderness emergency medical procedure, if needed). Professional Development: Attend professional development workshops that may include topics such as: USFS research protocols, land use management, stewardship in education, program development and management, service learning, citizen science etc. Maintain and develop natural history/ecology background knowledge for programs. Other duties as assigned, such as participating in fundraising and community events outside of normal work hours. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Science, Education, or an Environmental Science related field. Working knowledge of Rocky Mountain Ecology and current land management issues At least 1 year outdoor or classroom teaching experience Self-motivated, team oriented, creative and organized Current driver’s license and safe driving record for the past 5 years Working knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills Certified Wilderness First Aid (Must obtain before start date) Must be able to hike up to 8 miles per day with a 30lb pack Dates of employment from May 21st   – October 12th, 2018 Duration of Position:   22 weeks from May 21st, 2018 – October 12th, 2018 Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com

Job Summary Bellevue's Well K.E.P.T. program is a summer youth employment opportunity offered through the Natural Resource Division of the Parks & Community Services Department. The program is designed to provide Bellevue youth with education, job skills, and career development training in the field of park resource management. Work focuses on parkland renovation and maintenance; projects may include forest enhancement, wetland restoration, and trail construction. The Well K.E.P.T. program combines on-the-job work experience, environmental education, and career development training to instill strong self-esteem, good work habits, and sound environmental ethics. Assignment Length:   06/29/2018 to 08/24/2018 Hours:   30 hours per week, 9am-3:30pm, Monday-Friday Open until 5pm on 5/31/18 or until filled.   Essential Duties and Responsibilities Builds and restores hiking trails. Removes noxious weeds from area parks and open spaces. Completes various park improvement projects. Attends educational and professional development seminars. Qualifications Must be a student enrolled in high school in fall 2018. Must be between 14 and 18 years of age on June 29, 2018. Hiring preference will be given to applicants entering their sophomore, junior, or senior years. Hiring preference will be given to youth residing in Bellevue. Youth living outside Bellevue will be considered only if space is available. Interest in learning about ecology and park resource management activities beneficial. Enthusiasm and desire to work outdoors preferred. Must be able to work as a team member to accomplish a common goal. The position is intended to be a learning experience, so no prior experience is required.Past Well K.E.P.T. trainees will be considered only if space is available. Criminal history check required on all applicants. Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com