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Job Summary Plans, implements and coordinates specialized programs and projects within the Public Works Department. Performs complex analytical studies and policy analysis.  Supervises staff, as assigned. The Senior Sustainability Analyst manages the City's climate, energy and green building policies and programs and is responsible for managing the City's efforts to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 or sooner. This leadership position coordinates the development and implementation of the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan and the Electric Vehicle Action Plan as well as citywide efforts around building energy, renewable energy, climate change adaptation and equity as it relates to climate change and sustainability. This position represents and liaises with outside entities on behalf of the City including, but not limited to the Clean Power Alliance of Southern California, investor-owned utilities, Local Government Sustainable Energy Coalition, Los Angeles Regional Collaborative for Climate Change and Sustainability, Climate Mayors and other government entities. This position is responsible for the accounting, verification and reporting of greenhouse gas inventories, climate change vulnerabilities, action plans and highlights to the various external bodies such as the Climate Registry, carbon n , CDP and the Global Covenant of Climate Mayors.   Major Duties Note:  Duties may vary depending upon assignment.   Develops, implements and coordinates environmental and sustainability programs and projects in areas such as water and energy efficiency, green building, watershed management, sustainable procurement, performance management, climate change, management of organics and recycling, zero waste and hazardous materials.    Analyzes, formulates and collaborates with others in the development and implementation of strategies, policies, programs and procedures in support of the goals and objectives identified by the City of Santa Monica.    Coordinates, analyzes and monitors assigned programs and projects.  Performs cost-benefit analysis. Develops and implements recommendations to improve the effectiveness of sustainability programs.    Prepares, analyzes and coordinates program and/or project budgets. Assists in the preparation of the Division's annual budget.    Provides information and assistance to the public and City staff on programs related to sustainability programs and policies.   Conducts quantitative and qualitative analysis.  Prepares reports and recommendations for consideration by management.   Researches potential outside funding sources for local programs and prepares grant applications and accompanying reports, as necessary.   Participates in professional organizations to promote City programs and may make presentations to boards, commissions, businesses and neighborhood groups.   Analyzes applicable laws and keeps abreast of laws, rules, regulations, trends and innovations applicable to assigned area of specialty.   Leads, trains and coordinates the work of staff, as assigned.  Performs other related duties, as assigned. Minimum Qualifications   Knowledge of:   Principles, practices and techniques of public administration with emphasis in sustainability programs and policy. Best practices in one or more of the following areas: zero waste, water efficiency, water resources, watershed management, sustainable procurement, toxic use reduction, performance management, climate, energy, sustainable building, urban forestry, sustainable food. Applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations related to the environment and sustainability. Quantitative and management analysis techniques. Principles and techniques of project management. Principles of program planning, monitoring, implementation and evaluation. Report writing. Budget preparation and administration. Budgeting policies, practices and analysis. Collaboration process techniques. Principles of staff training and supervision. Effective customer service techniques.   Ability to:   Select, supervise and train staff. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Analyze, interpret and solve administrative and budgetary problems. Plan, implement, administer and evaluate projects and programs. Prepare and maintain clear, concise and comprehensive records and reports. Prepare and present effective presentations. Prioritize concurrent assignments and exercise sound judgment. Work independently. Interpret, apply and explain relevant federal, state and local laws and regulations. Keep abreast of current developments in a variety of areas within the sustainability field.  Respond effectively to changing environmental regulations. Act as a resource for environmental and sustainability concerns. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with City employees, boards, commissions, outside agencies, private businesses and the general public. Provide effective customer service.    Skill in: Program management and evaluation. Conducting research and analysis. Using a personal computer and applicable software applications. Interacting effectively with others.   Education, Training and Experience :   Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Public or Business Administration, Environmental or Earth Science, Urban Planning or a closely related field.    Three years of recent, paid work experience performing advanced research, analysis, report writing and evaluation in the areas of sustainability and environmental programs.   Licenses and Certificates :   Possession of a valid Class C driver license.  Possession of a valid LEED Green Associate or LEED AP (Accredited Professional) Certificate from the U.S. Green Building Council is desirable. Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com

Start a new career with   Georgia-Pacific , one of the world’s leading manufacturers of Building Products and Consumer Products. We are hiring now for a   Facility Environmental Manager   at our   Newington, New Hampshire facility . Want to learn about the Newington, NH area? Click the following link to get a taste of the area! http://www.goportsmouthnh.com/ /. The Facility Environmental Manager will perform professional work at multiple levels in support of the Plant and Corporate Environmental Programs at the Newington, NH facility. The individual will be responsible for the development, implementation, and management of the facility’s environmental compliance programs and systems. This position will assist in ensuring facility compliance with pertinent governmental regulations, including state and federal air regulations for air emissions, storm water, wastewater, and hazardous wastes. The role will also help ensure that the site conforms to relative company policies and procedures, such as Georgia Pacific's Environmental Compliance Standards.    The Georgia-Pacific Gypsum facility in Newington, NH produces a variety of gypsum wallboard, roof decking, and sheathing products. Wallboard is an affordable, strong and durable construction material used in residential and commercial building. To learn more about our Building Products division, visit  www.buildgp.com . To learn more about our gypsum products, visit   www.gpgypsum.com   and https://youtu.be/6GHIm5A0sKs        Our performance-based compensation system allows motivated employees to earn accelerated increases, annual bonus program participation, and be eligible for spot bonuses. Safety is a shared value at Georgia-Pacific and we ‘walk the talk’ through employee involvement in every facet of our operation. We offer full medical and dental benefits, life insurance, a 401K matching program, paid holidays, paid vacation days, and paid floating holidays each year. Opportunities for advancement are only limited by your initiative and ability to create value in a business that is solid, growing, and reinvesting in new technologies for enhanced safety, quality, reliability, and employee fulfillment. A Day In The Life Typically Includes: Technical Expert and Compliance Standard Owner Direct and assist in compliance of federal (EPA) and State (NHDES) environmental program requirements, including but not limited to air, wastewater, storm water, solid and hazardous waste, CERCL/EPCRA, and FCC. Assist Plant Manager in the development and the implementation of the Corporate Environmental Management System (7-Element Risk Management System), as well as integration of the environmental system into the plant’s overall Operational Excellence (OpEx) Plan Analyze incident and compliance trend data and work with operating departments to reduce risk Participate in and/or lead environmental incident investigations, mitigation, root cause analysis, and corrective actions Coordinate activities and prepare/submit reporting to outside agencies on schedule Assess and mitigate employee exposure to hazards in the workplace Stay current with new ideas, engineering, and techniques in the environmental field Represent facility during agency inspections Identify cost-effective solutions for technical and regulatory environmental issues Work closely with the respective Regional Environmental Manager and/or Business Environmental Manager for guidance and direction on all environmental matters Knowledge share with Environmental personnel at other GP Building Product facilities Learn and apply Market Based Management (MBM®) and foster the use of the MBM® Guiding Principles to create value and drive down risk at the site. Function as the facility FCC licensing and regulatory contact for 2-way radios  What You Will Need: Basic Qualifications:   Bachelor’s degree or higher in Environmental Science or Engineering Degree or related degree A minimum of three (3) years of industrial environmental experience, with direct involvement in all aspects of a Title V Air Permit program Experience with resolution and firmness to take charge of environmental matters and direct others’ activities as needed Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Outlook Ability to interface well with all employees (hourly and salaried) in the facility What Will Put You Ahead? Preferred Qualifications:   Two (2)  years of successful environmental compliance and management systems experience Willingness to conduct and submit sampling of various items on a monthly basis. Experience in understanding emissions calculations, emissions factors and how they are applied to calculate emissions Experience implement key management systems/controls, such as Permits, Plans, License & Registration; Written Representation Tables; Statement of Basis; Declaration of Negative Applicability; and Compliance Calendars  Want to learn more about   Georgia-Pacific? Equal Opportunity Employer. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information:   www.kochcareers.com/doc/Everify.pdf

Georgia-Pacific has an immediate opening for an   Environmental Leader   at our Cedar Springs GA containerboard facility. The Environmental Leader creates long term value by providing leadership and strategic direction while ensuring environmental excellence and performance improvement. This is accomplished through Georgia-Pacific’s MBM culture that environmental strategies effectively address the mill’s risk profile and that Georgia-Pacific’s overarching seven element Risk Management System (RMS) is effectively applied to environmental programs. This position reports directly to the Vice-President and General Manager of the Cedar Springs Containerboard operation. Since 1963, the Cedar Springs mill team has been on a journey to make the best products possible for customers and is one of the largest producers of containerboard in the United States. The mill is located in the southwest corner of Georgia which is approximately 28 miles east of Dothan, Alabama. Dothan is the 6th largest city in the State of Alabama with a population of about 70,000. From Dothan, you are only 90 miles from the beautiful Gulf Coast. You can also easily drive to Atlanta within 3.5 hours while the capital cities of Tallahassee, FL and Montgomery, AL are only 1.5 hours away. Additionally, Dothan has numerous parks, restaurants and local entertainment activities for recreational enjoyment. A Day In The Life Typically Includes: Providing leadership and strategic direction to achieve the environmental vision through management commitment and employee ownership  Managing wastewater and drinking water systems, mill environmental laboratory and service crew while meeting all regulatory requirements and optimizing the costs Assisting facility leadership with the development of short and long-term environmental objectives, targets, and strategies Overseeing evaluating, interpreting, and ensuring compliance with Environmental laws, regulations and permits as it relates to the operation of the facility  Providing a stable foundation and solid understanding of the Georgia-Pacific environmental standards and all federal and state regulations Utilizing development plans to grow environmental talent, skills, and knowledge Ensuring the development, improvement, and implementation of training systems to meet facility needs Facilitating and representing the facility during agency inspections Effectively interacting with division/corporate environmental and legal resources to seek the best knowledge What You Will Need: Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or higher Five (5) years or more of environmental compliance, leadership and management systems experience Proficiency using Microsoft Office software (i.e., Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint) What Will Put You Ahead? Preferred Qualifications : Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering, Environmental Management, Environmental Science Experience in an environmental leadership role managing compliance with laws and regulations in multiple environmental areas (water, air waste, etc.) Experience in managing environmental issues in an integrated pulp and paper manufacturing facility or other industrial or manufacturing facility Want to learn more about   Georgia-Pacific? Equal Opportunity Employer. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information:   www.kochcareers.com/doc/Everify.pdf Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com

Summary This position is located in Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance (OECA), Office of Site Remediation Enforcement (OSRE), Policy and Program Evaluation Division (PPED), Program Evaluation and Coordination Branch (PECB).  For more information on this office, visit their website:  OECA Webpage   If selected, you must work at the location stated in this announcement. Learn more about this agency Responsibilities You will: Assist senior specialist in conducting program analysis functions. Research legal and regulatory material to obtain factual information and/or interpretation for use by the supervisor or co-workers. Collect data from reference sources in office and incorporates it into typed/computer-generated material. Provide information and assistance on procedural requirements and formats for filing various data and material. Assemble materials for staff associated with briefings, conferences, and meetings. Use several types of office automation tools, such as word processing, graphics, spreadsheets, and database management skills to compile and manipulate information into various formats. Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com

General position overview: The Center seeks a detail-oriented, motivated and highly effective communicator to join our development team as Grant Writer. Under direction of the Chief Development Officer — and in conjunction with other members of the team, including the Major Gifts Officer and another Grant Writer — the Grant Writer will aid our efforts to increase foundation funding revenues. Preference will be given to applicants located in Tucson, Arizona, but consideration will also be given to strong candidates willing to work in other locations where the Center has an established office. Main Duties: Seek dedicated funding for the Center’s programs from private foundations and other sources by researching and devising approaches, including calls and visits to prospective funders. Work with program staff to draft persuasive grant proposals, letters of inquiry and reports and ensure timely submission to funders; manage grants-related administrative tasks, recordkeeping and correspondence; maintain current data on and keep abreast of the Center’s work as   background   information for proposals and reports; Research funding opportunities Maintain a   tracking   system to monitor the status of grant proposals and reports, including submissions, responses, renewals and reporting requirements Essential qualifications and skills desired: Experience writing grant proposals, reports, donor correspondence and/or marketing materials in a nonprofit environment, particularly within the environmental conservation funder community. Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills. Strong organizational and time-management skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy. A professional and resourceful style with the ability to work independently and as a team player, to take initiative and to manage multiple tasks and projects at a time. The ability to quickly comprehend, analyze and synthesize information. The ability to communicate well and in a professional manner with a variety of co-workers and foundation personnel. Proficiency in   Microsoft Word , Excel and Access. A demonstrated interest in and knowledge of environmental conservation issues. A bachelor’s degree. Benefits Package: Salary is commensurate with experience. Paid generous medical, dental and vision plan; Paid short-term and long-term disability; 403(b) plan with opportunity for match; Generous time-off policies; Relaxed work atmosphere and dress code. Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com

Job Description: Leidos is seeking a Lead Environmental Specialist on the Antarctic Support Contract (ASC) in Centennial, CO. Primary Responsibilities Include : Coordinates on-ice activities related to remediation, monitoring sampling programs and education with the on-ice ASC Environmental Engineer primarily and the ASC EHS Station Lead.  In addition, generates professional documentation on findings and outcomes of remediation and monitoring events and sample analysis. Interfaces with ASC Environmental Department, Safety and Waste Management staff, primarily, and, Laboratory staff, principal investigators and subcontractors, secondarily.  Performs training and educational programs for the community with respect to environmental protection, waste management and national and international policies and regulations relating to environmental operations in the Antarctic. Interacts with National Science Foundation, military and other agency officials, both over the telephone and in person, in a professional and tactful manner. Maintains a working knowledge of the operation and maintenance of instrumentation, including but not limited to such general environmental monitoring laboratory equipment as photoionization detectors, oxygen meters, composite wastewater samplers, TPH and VOC analyzers, and data collection and archiving devices. Maintains a comfortable working knowledge of GPS units and field electronic data collection. Responsible for organizing and arranging resources in order to address remediation sites in the field.  Performs environmental evaluation of contaminated sites including full cradle to grave remediation operations.  Typical scenarios may include operations such as: sampling, on site analytical assessment and physical clean up including soil excavation, as well as ensuring contaminated media is properly manifested and logged and treated or removed from station. Conceives and carries out programs to ensure environmental education and awareness throughout the stations and associated field camps. Collection and subsequent analysis of field data from contaminated soil sampling, ice core sampling, snow sampling etc.  Collects environmental samples (ambient and source) for site characterization and monitoring purposes, as required. Maintains databases of GIS information as well as contaminate concentrations and analytical data from current and historical environmental operations. Active member of the station spill response team. Ensures accurate inventories of spare parts and supplies for repairing and calibrating equipment and instrumentation.  Keeps an accurate inventory of all consumable laboratory and sampling supplies and is responsible for ordering new ones. Performs laboratory analysis of water and wastewater samples for measurements of biological oxygen demand (BOD), volatile suspended solids, phosphorus, nitrogen, nitrite, nitrate, total Kjeldahl nitrogen, alkalinity, hardness, pH, chlorine residue, dissolved oxygen, and coliforms as required. Records data and prepares technical reports describing site work.           Writes professional documents for presentation and review by NSF.  Documents may include Scopes of Work, Remedial Action Plans, Environmental Assessments, Records of Environmental Review, Summary reports, and various technical documents. Responsible for maintaining a safe workplace program and ensuring safety is the highest priority in the workplace. Performs other duties as required. Required Qualifications : A Bachelor degree in Environmental Health, Environmental Science, Biology, Geology, Hydrogeology, Chemistry or closely related field is required. Requires 2 years prior experience within ASC Environmental performing water sampling, remediation projects, environmental education and working under the Antarctic Conservation Act. Minimum of four years of responsible experience related to contaminated site assessment and remediation, environmental risk assessment, field environmental sampling, monitoring, instrumentation, laboratory analyses and data management.  Excellent writing skills are expected.  Must be willing and able to lift and move items, parts, assemblies and equipment up to the safety regulation maximum. Willingness and ability to deploy to Antarctica for extended periods is required. Must be willing and able to perform physical activities including heavy lifting, climbing in and out of equipment, crawling, and working outdoors. Must successfully complete the physical, dental and psychological (if applicable) examinations as required by the NSF for deploying to Antarctica. Must participate in community programs, such as “house-mouse” (chores), “daisy-picking” (cleaning-up around the station), recycling efforts and safety objectives. Experience in science support and coordination. US citizenship or Permanent US Resident status is required. Preferred Qualifications : Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Hydrogeology, Chemistry, Biology or closely related field. HAZWOPPER certification preferred Extensive experience organizing and leading fieldwork, particularly in the deep field, in Antarctica preferred.  Scientific publication history and geographical information systems experience preferred. Knowledge of USAP organization and on-ice experience preferred. Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com

Associate, Foundations, Development  Organization  Ceres is a sustainability nonprofit organization leading the most influential investors and companies to build leadership and drive solutions throughout the economy. Through our powerful networks and advocacy, we tackle the world’s biggest sustainability challenges, including climate change, water scarcity and pollution, and human rights abuses. For more information about Ceres, please visit our website ( www.ceres.org ).  Position Description  The Associate position on Ceres’ Foundation Team is a strong fit for a highly motivated candidate interested in working in a mission-driven, dynamic and fast-moving organization that has been recognized as one of the most effective environmental NGOs in the world. The position has significant growth potential with opportunities for increasing responsibility over time. The ideal candidate will have excellent analytical, writing, editing, and verbal communication skills, be a fast learner, and able to manage challenging and competing deadlines. The Associate will be an integral part of a six-person team that manages a large portfolio of foundation funders and prospective funders. The Associate will report to the Senior Manager of Foundation Development. Specific duties include, but are not limited to the following. Provide support to senior members of the Foundation Team including: Assist Foundation Team members and program staff in preparing and submitting letters of inquiry and proposals across select program areas; Research potential foundation funders and evaluate fit with Ceres’ programs. Support communication of breaking news, key successes, and timely invitations to events to advance foundation relationships: Schedule internal meetings with program staff and external meetings with foundations; Participate in internal and external meetings to capture key points and next steps through writing and distributing notes. Support project management and writing activities to ensure timely creation of foundation reports that clearly articulate the activities, outcomes and impact of select Ceres’ programs (Climate & Energy Policy, others TBD) achieved with the foundation grant award: Work closely with senior foundation staff and staff of select programs to track, assess and document progress towards programmatic goals; Process grant agreements and draft thank you letters, and update Salesforce with reporting deadlines; Track, manage and meet foundation reporting deadlines to assure compliance with funder reporting requirements; Provide program and finance team staff with appropriate advance notice of proposal and reporting deadlines and follow up to ensure requested materials are produced in a timely manner; Coordinate implementation of email blasts to funders with direction from senior members of the Foundation Team, using Salesforce. Manage the Foundation Team’s contact records in Salesforce database, running reports and analyzing results (e.g., for foundation email blasts and foundation RSVPs to events). Work with colleagues on Foundation and Communications teams to capture “best press” and other evidence of Ceres’ impact. Coordinate support for Ceres’ senior directors and executive’s development efforts, including: Track travel schedules of senior directors and executives to identify opportunities for donor visits; Join calls with Ceres senior program and executive staff to take notes and assist with timely follow up; and Coordinate preparation of briefing materials for meetings with foundation funders and prospects. Participate in the creation of the Foundation Team’s annual workplan, critical to Ceres’ growth. Assist with planning and logistics for the Ceres annual conference program and other events. Oversee special projects as assigned by the Senior Manager, Foundation Development.  Requirements Strong writing and editing skills with demonstrated interest and aptitude in persuasive writing; Two to three years of work experience, in an office setting. One or more years of experience in a relevant field such as foundation fundraising/development desired; Excellent organizational abilities; demonstrated capacity to handle and prioritize multiple tasks, set priorities, meet deadlines, take precise notes, and work well in a fast-paced environment; Knowledge of standard development practices and techniques, proposal writing, and prospect research. Experience in writing grant proposals is a strong plus; Ability to work well both independently and collaboratively; Passion for climate change, environmental and/or sustainability issues. Demonstrated interest in environmental and sustainability issues, a plus. Comfortable working with different personalities and people. Proficient using database systems, word-processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and e-mail computer applications (Salesforce, Google Suite, and MS Office Suite).  How to Apply   We encourage all applicants to review our website to familiarize themselves with Ceres before applying:   www.ceres.org .  Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter.  Please apply through the Ceres website,   https://www.ceres.org/about-us/career-opportunities .  Ceres is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate against any individual based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status, disability, or any factors prohibited by applicable law.

PBS Engineering and Environmental Inc. (PBS) is a regionally distinguished and growing engineering and environmental consulting firm in Oregon, Washington, and Idaho. Founded in 1982, our 240-plus person firm has a history of successfully serving major clients throughout the Pacific Northwest. As a leader in providing consulting engineering services in the Northwest, we are currently seeking a qualified individual for the following open position in our Portland, Oregon office:   STAFF ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEER This position will involve technical work on a wide range of environmental projects including multi-media environmental compliance; stormwater management; solid and hazardous waste management; industrial wastewater compliance; spill prevention and control; design of stormwater, groundwater, wastewater, and soil treatment systems; and stormwater treatment system startup and operation. As a staff environmental engineer, you will work with project managers, engineers, geologists and scientists to develop solutions for our clients and deliver exceptional projects. Job Responsibilities/Duties: Field collection of environmental samples (water, stormwater, soil, air) for monitoring and design; Inspection of private, municipal, and construction sites for environmental compliance; Routine regulatory reporting related to stormwater, wastewater, solid/hazardous waste, and air permit compliance; Assisting with stormwater solutions for private and municipal clients; Preparing multi-media environmental management plans (SWPCP/SWPPP, SPCC, ASPP, Solid Waste Operations, etc.); Assisting in the evaluation, design and permitting of environmental projects including:   Environmental compliance Evaluating remediation technologies Preparing engineering calculations and assumptions; Presenting technical recommendations through engineering reports and figures; Preparing permit application packages; Assisting with engineering design drawings, technical specifications, and cost estimates;  Field oversight of construction projects related to environmental systems; Supporting environmental investigation and remediation project teams; Representing PBS in a safe and professional manner both internally and externally.   Minimum Requirements: Education: Bachelor of Science degree in applicable engineering discipline (civil, environmental, or chemical) from an ABET-accredited institution; a Master of Science/Engineering is a plus, but not required Licensure: Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certification or commitment to obtain EIT within six months of hire Ability and willingness to conduct fieldwork under variable and potentially adverse weather conditions 2 – 4 years of environmental engineering or consulting experience Proficient with Microsoft Office products; AutoCAD capabilities are a plus Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills Self-motivated to meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks Detail-oriented with good interpersonal skills Valid driver’s license and clean driving record PBS has offices across the Northwest. We are committed to fostering a work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional growth of each employee. This is accomplished through a company philosophy that combines teamwork, open communication, and diverse projects. Many of our projects involve several consultants and contractors, requiring a collaborative team effort. We pride ourselves on our project management approach and experience. PBS offers employment opportunities to experienced professionals who are excited by the challenges of meeting and exceeding our clients’ expectations. We offer an excellent benefit package including vacation and holiday pay, medical/vision/dental/disability and life insurance, and 401(k). PBS offers mileage-based reimbursement for the use of personal vehicles. For positions requiring transportation, use of a personal vehicle may be required. PBS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). No phone calls or direct e-mails please. Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com

Clif  Bar was born on a bike. In 1990, Gary Erickson set off on a 175-mile bike ride. Exhausted and hungry, he realized he couldn’t take another bite of the energy bars he brought along.  At  that moment he now calls ‘the epiphany,’ he had the idea to make a better-tasting energy bar.   Today, Gary  and his wife, Kit Crawford,  continue to lead  Clif  Bar’s innovative business model. Guided by Five Aspirations – Sustaining our People, our Business, our Brands, our Community and the Planet –  Clif  Bar is a family- and  employee-owned  company that loves food. We believe that food provides health,  joy ,  and energy to do the things we are passionate  about . The food we create is good for people and the planet.    We believe that happy, healthy people create the best food and envision an innovative environment where our people can grow and succeed both personally and professionally. We strive to:   Create a company culture that inspires and supports our people in and outside work. Sustain our people with competitive pay and benefits, holistic wellness offerings, and other innovative benefits. Hire the right people for the  right  positions and support them to grow in their current and future roles. Working at  Clif  Bar Baking Company is a chance to make the highest quality bars at a different kind of bakery, with great people who are  making   great  food to FEED YOUR ADVENTURE.    This  is an exciting new step for  Clif  Bar. Let it be an exciting  new  step for you too!   Position Description:   Clif  Bar Baking Company is looking for an Environmental, Health, Safety & Sustainability Manager to join our management team in our bakery in Indianapolis.   This candidate should be extremely flexible and enjoy a “high-change” environment where priorities shift from day-to-day. Candidates, who connect through positive and respectful interaction, inspire greater success across all Five Aspirations and create extraordinary experiences, solutions and ideas will be at the top of our list.     The EHSS Manager will coordinate and execute environmental, health, safety and sustainability programs to ensure compliance with government laws and regulations and to establish and reinforce a safety culture of responsibility within the workplace. The EHSS Manager establishes daily behavior-based safety activities for teams and managers, including safety walks, shift safety talking points, and safety inspections. The EHSS Manager is also responsible for assisting managers in the development of procedures based on regulatory and company requirements, and with reporting of injuries or facility safety opportunities.   Primary Responsibilities Analyze environmental, health, and safety conditions and recommends changes to continuously improve facility performance.   Develop and implement processes and procedures (SOP's) to ensure facility compliance with company and regulatory agency policies including federal, state, and local legislation and regulations pertaining to worker safety and preservation of the environment.   Administer training programs for safety incident prevention, protection, and EHSS management systems. Provide guidance and oversight of all incident investigations. Lead, coordinate and participate in the investigations as needed to ensure effective corrective action/ preventive action closure for incidents.   Responsible for maintaining the EHSS budget for the Indianapolis Bakery. Will also assist other managers in allotting for appropriate funding to complete EHSS goals.   Responsible for strategic leadership and implementation of EHSS systems. Oversee and lead the Workers’ Compensation and early intervention programs. Support and implement sustainability initiatives and metric tracking.   Other duties as requested.     Skills Required Position-Specific Skills Required   The ideal candidate will:   Be a genuine  Clif  Bar & Company ambassador, who exemplifies the  Clif  Bar culture in all communications and interactions.   Embody the  Clif  Bar Five Aspirations and Ingredients.   Be flexible and available to interact and connect with people at all levels in the organization.   Be self-directed and motivated.   Have demonstrated experience with Environmental, Health, and Safety program development, implementation and training including: lock out/tag out, confined space entry, chemical hygiene, respiratory protection, fall protection, hazardous and non-hazardous waste management, chemical management and behavior-based safety programs.   Be able to provide night and weekend coverage as needed, with on-call status with expectations of immediate response.   Leadership Skills Required   Take ownership and responsibility for actions, behaviors and contributions.   Strong ability to inspire and motivate self and others.   Able to work collaboratively with all teams and departments to continuously improve environmental, health, safety and sustainability performance in bakery.   Creatively manage numerous tasks and set priorities to solve and prevent problems, with ability to delegate work responsibilities as required.   Ability to prepare reports and correspondence and to perform analysis of data.   Display individual leadership skills, resolve problems/conflicts, and mentor/coach as needed.     Technical Expertise Required   Experience with OSHA and EPA regulations and application in food production.   Knowledge of hazardous and overall waste management.   Experience with Workers’ Compensation Program administration.   Experienced at training maintenance and production personnel.   Experience with previous manufacturing plant or line start-ups a strong plus.     Education/Training Required   BA or BS required.   10 years’ experience in supervisory/ management role.   Lean training desired   Behavior-based safety training/experience a plus     Travel Required Less than 5%   Be Yourself … Take yourself lightly and your work seriously.    And…bring your best self to work each day! 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Description          Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen The  Department of Ecology  has an exciting opportunity for an administrative professional looking to be a part of our  Hazardous Waste and Toxics Reduction Program  in our Eastern Regional Office (ERO) in Spokane, WA. This  Administrative Assistant  is the principal assistant to the Hazardous Waste and Toxics Reduction (HWTR) Eastern Region Section Manager.  We are looking for applicants who want to use their strong communication and problem-solving skills to support the program. We are looking for someone who wants to be part of a dynamic team, is motivated and energized by a fast-paced and creative work environment, enjoys diversity, and is a self-starter who is willing to jump in where gaps need to be filled. As an agency, we invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability.  To learn more about The Department of Ecology, please visit our website at  www.ecology.wa.gov  and follow, like or visit us on  LinkedIn ,  Twitter ,  Facebook ,  Instagram  or our  blog .   Local efforts... Diverse people... Statewide impacts Duties Ecology's mission  is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment, and promote the wise management of our air, land and water for the benefit of current and future generations. The  HWTR Program  enforces many of Washington's toxics laws, including the Dangerous Waste regulations that most businesses, both large and small, need to comply with. We also offer technical assistance to businesses to reduce or eliminate their use of hazardous chemicals, work to identify safer chemical alternatives, support the development of green chemistry, and test consumer products for toxic chemicals.  The program's mission  is to foster sustainability, prevent pollution and promote safe waste management. This  Administrative Assistant  contributes to accomplishment of our mission by providing critical support services to a team of 10 professional staff and providing high-level administrative oversight of complex and sensitive data management, and records management for a region encompassing 13 counties. This position also has statewide administrative and communication duties related to fiscal and data management related to the Local Source Control Partnership and compliance. This position: Serves as primary assistant to the section manager. This includes delegated responsibility such as coordinating section staff activities, managing the section manager's calendar and coordinating with staff on scheduling issues. Independently initiates administrative activities such as meeting organization and process improvements without specific direction. Serves as a liaison between the section manager and other staff relaying assignments and requesting status information. Develops regional budget estimates and monitors budget status and expenditures. Screens calls and visitors, makes travel arrangements, schedules meetings, transcribes minutes, establishes office procedures, and coordinates office operations per agency policy and standards. Serves as the primary administrative assistant to the statewide Local Source Control (LSC) Partnership program. These responsibilities are primarily fiscal and data management in nature, and include: Coordinating, reviewing, recommending approval of, and entering invoices received from the 21 partner local agencies on a quarterly basis. Assisting in contract management and training activities for the LSC Partnership. Reviewing contracts, intergovernmental agreements, purchasing services, printing and invoicing, and monitoring the 4.5 million dollar budget and preparing budget reports. Provides administrative and organizational support to several statewide professional teams. Helps in the development of outreach materials by serving as a Plain Talk and accessibility editor. Assists the statewide training lead tracking staff training and inspector credentials. Maintains and develops SharePoint sites This recruitment will remain open until filled. The initial screening will be July 22, 2019. In order to be considered for the initial screening, please submit an application on or before July 21, 2019. The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date . Qualifications Required Qualifications: High school graduation or equivalent   AND   three years of progressively responsible experience in office/ clerical, secretarial, bookkeeping, accounting, or general administrative work.   Additional education will substitute year-for-year for experience.   AND Knowledge of basic administrative procedures, office practices and correspondence preparation. Experience learning and following administrative policies, procedures, and practices. Proficient in the use of computers and software, including: Outlook email and calendar, Microsoft Word, Excel and SharePoint to organize work and create, format, and edit a variety of documents. Desired Qualifications:   Experience working with databases. Experience in tracking multiple activities, including the ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks in the same timeframe, handle interruptions appropriately, and return to incomplete tasks. Experience composing routine correspondence. Experience coordinating logistics for meetings and taking meeting notes. Experience in records management and records retention schedules for both hard copy and electronic files. Experience in maintaining confidentiality in multiple forms of communication . Ability to maintain a high degree of accuracy and pay attention to detail in all work. Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com

Earthjustice is the premier nonprofit environmental law organization.  We take on the biggest, most precedent-setting cases across the country.  We wield the power of law and the strength of partnership to protect people’s health; to preserve magnificent places and wildlife; to advance clean energy; and to combat climate change.  We partner with thousands of groups, supporters, individuals and communities to engage the critical environmental issues of our time, and bring about positive change. We are here   because the earth needs a good lawyer. Founded in 1971, Earthjustice has a distinguished track record of achieving significant, lasting environmental protections.  We achieve this by hiring people who share a passion for justice and a healthy environment.  Our headquarters are in San Francisco with offices in Anchorage, Juneau, Los Angeles, Tallahassee, Miami, Honolulu, New York, Philadelphia, Denver, Seattle, Bozeman, Chicago, and Washington, DC. The Program Associate works under the supervision of the Vice President of Litigation for Climate & Energy. This position requires a self‐starter who is able to work both collaboratively and independently and possesses strong interpersonal skills. The position requires excellent research, writing, and analytical skills, diplomacy and discretion, and the ability to adapt and think creatively. The Program Associate must be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and be highly detail‐oriented.  This position performs a variety of program and administrative tasks in support of the Climate & Energy litigation docket and advocacy campaigns.  These tasks include but are not limited to: project management in a complex organization, research and analysis, writing and copy-editing, developing slide presentations, planning and facilitating meetings, assisting with communications, and executing a variety of tasks including scheduling, project coordination and other tasks as assigned. The position requires frequent interaction with staff members across the organization and external clients or partners from a variety of geographic areas and backgrounds.  Some travel may be required. Responsibilities Program Support (85%) Support the Vice President of Litigation, Climate & Energy, in developing and monitoring projects underway as part of the Climate & Energy program. Keep Vice President on top of deadlines, often “managing up.” Convene and coordinate teams and workgroups from various departments, programs and regional offices, and create and maintain platforms for collaboration. Research potential areas for engagement and the latest developments in the Climate & Energy space. Research and prepare written program materials, including reports, papers, strategy memos, and other documents, as requested. Assist in public presentations, draft power point presentations and talking points. Assist in drafting strategic implementation and project plans, and track project deliverables. Brainstorm, research, and draft external-facing communications on behalf of the Vice President of Litigation, Climate & Energy, and other relevant staff as needed. Assist other departments in internal and external communications related to Earthjustice’s climate & energy work. Attend events to help share information on the work of the Climate & Energy program, as requested. Administer and participate in various cloud-based platforms for internal and external collaboration (such as Basecamp, Trello, etc.). Run an internal program newsletter. Administrative (15%) Facilitate project meetings, status updates, and debriefings; manage meeting notes and related documentation to be stored electronically and on the intranet. Assist in retreat and other meeting planning Other duties, as assigned. Qualifications College degree; master’s degree a plus. At least two years of experience in a related position. Certification or experience in project management a plus. Self-starter and initiative. Outstanding organizational skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Focus on attention to detail, including the management of complex information. Excellent ability to research and understand factual, scientific, technical, economic, historical, and policy aspects of issues and synthesize this knowledge in a coherent and non-technical fashion. Excellent interpersonal skills. Commitment to environmental, energy and social justice issues; relevant experience a plus. Ability to maintain confidences and confidential information. Comfort with Microsoft Office Suite and standard business technology. Flexibility to work in a team and independently with little supervision, asking questions as appropriate. Ability to handle a diverse workload and multi-task as needed. Demonstrates an awareness and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds and orientations. Contributes to the creation of a diverse, equitable and inclusive work culture that encourages and celebrates differences.  Ability to manage up. Ability to master and implement new technologies for the organization, e.g., setting up new platforms such as Basecamp. Salary is based on experience.   Salary range for Washington, DC location: $61,200 - $68,000  We offer a mission and employee-focused work environment and a competitive compensation package including excellent benefits.  Earthjustice is an equal opportunity employer and highly values diversity. TO APPLY: Interested candidates should submit the following online via the Jobvite system: Resume Cover Letter Writing Sample Please, no phone calls, hard copies, or drop-ins. If you're having technical difficulties submitting your application, reach out to   jobs@earthjustice.org   Earthjustice is driven by a passion for justice, partnership, and excellence. Our core values lead us to seek a broad range of perspectives and backgrounds to achieve our mission and to maintain an inclusive environment where all staff are valued and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to employment practices that ensure that employees and applicants for employment are provided with equal opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other factor that is not related to the position. For positions located within the City and County of San Francisco:  Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. For positions located within the City of Los Angeles:  We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.