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Want to learn organizing skills while you stand up for bold climate action and a transition to clean energy and transportation? The Climate Team Fellowship is a 12 week training pro gram of EDF Action, the advocacy partner of the Environmental Defense Fund, beginning June 1st, 2021. As a Climate Team Fellow, you will: - Participate in weekly classroom activist trainings on specific organizing/advocacy skills, hear from experts on climate action, and complete field practicum. Total 5 hrs per week. - Lobby your elected officials during July Recess, plan and execute a large visibility event to take place at the end of the program, and learn to use social media and earned media to advocate for climate action. - Graduate from the Fellowship with new skills, a certificate of completion, and a personalized letter of recommendation. Fill out the online application and our local Michigan organizer Tina Catron will will in touch! 

Environmental Education Internship Fall Season 2021 August 17th – October 29th Growing Gardens is looking for a seasonal Environmental Education Intern to join our team! Are you creative and passionate with a knack for teaching outside, working with children and having fun? Have you dreamt of connecting children to their food and ecosystems? We’re looking for exuberant, hard-working, and caring team members like YOU! Growing Gardens’ mission is to enrich the lives of our community through sustainable urban agriculture. We envision people experiencing a direct and deep connection with plants, the land and each other. Growing Gardens unites the Boulder County community through urban agriculture projects, such as: The Cultiva Youth Project (Ages 12 – 18), The Children’s Peace Garden (CPG, Ages 3 – 11), Horticultural Therapy, Community Classes, The Goat Dairy, Growing Gardens Food Project, and the Community Gardens (General Public), and our Community Orchard....

OPEN recruitment for Season and Temporary Jobs 2021   HOT JOBS WITH NATIONAL PARK SERVICE PARK RANGERS and PARK GUIDES   See  current list  of National Park Service  Summer-Seasonal-Temporary  PAR RANGER and GUIDE Jobs ! Check back frequently - jobs list is updated daily   Environmental Education and Interpretation Natural and Cultural Resources Management Wilderness and Backcountry Law Enforcement Outdoor Recreation Visitor Assistance These are temporary Park Ranger and Park Guide jobs for 2021.  Get experience.  Make professional contacts.  Work in great places. Launch your career! Short Deadlines APPLY NOW FALL/WINTER 2020-2021  Temporary-Seasonal NPS parks jobs.    

Want to design and develop energy efficiency and sustainability programs that support decarbonization and electrification, and engage with industry leaders to save energy and reduce greenhouse gas footprints? You can at ICF. We solve the most challenging issues facing the energy industry today, while informing the future of global energy use.  ICF is seeking an experienced manager to help clients design, implement, and evolve their energy-efficiency and decarbonization programs. This position will be based in our Fairfax, VA office. Successful candidates will manage the implementation of high-profile public-private partnership programs to drive improved energy performance across commercial, industrial, institutional, and multifamily market sectors. What you will be doing . . . Working with government clients to manage voluntary partnership programs to improve energy efficiency and decarbonization in the commercial, industrial, and multifamily sectors. Managing...

To support our dynamic growth and expanding client base, we are seeking a Transportation Outreach Intern to work in the Transportation, Resilience, Energy, Climate Solutions line of business. Transportation Outreach Interns support Outreach Managers and staff in contacting and meeting with potential partners regarding the implementation of sustainable transportation programs. Transportation Outreach Interns work on multiple projects concurrently and assume an active role on project teams. For this position, the projects will largely focus on supporting a statewide transportation demand management program in New York State as well as other projects in the New York metropolitan region. The Transportation Outreach Intern should have a general background or interest in sustainable transportation, especially changing travel behaviors through transportation demand management, excellent written and oral communication skills, and strong inter-personal skills. Some experience in marketing...

Primary Responsibilities The Business Development Manager promotes the work of the Reserve, encourages collaboration with the organization on its initiatives and may represent the Reserve in various settings. The incumbent will be an integral team member with a direct role in identifying and cultivating the organization’s external relationships. Specific groups the Business Development Manager will work with include offset project developers, voluntary and compliance buyers, corporate representatives, other participants in the carbon market, associations, fellow environmental nonprofits and other players in carbon reduction initiatives. The Business Development Manager is expected to work creatively to identify and support appropriate outreach opportunities. Salary and Benefits Salary is commensurate with experience and skills. The Climate Action Reserve offers a rich and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 403(b), and generous paid time off...

Context:  The Sierra Club is the largest and oldest grassroots environmental organization in the country. Our mission is to practice and promote the responsible use of the earth's ecosystems and resources; educate and enlist humanity to protect and restore the quality of the natural and human environment; and, to use all lawful means to carry out these objectives.  With over 800 staff, 64 chapters across all 50 states, 4,000 volunteer leaders, and a supporter base of 4 million people, the Club is committed to mobilizing its resources to work for climate and racial justice. We are seeking an Online Organizer to craft and execute a Dirty Fuels Campaign online organizing strategy for regional projects, which includes developing an active, online network of Club members and supporters engaged in the campaign. The Online Organizer for the Dirty Fuels campaign will advise and help craft appropriate digital strategies specifically to reach out to and grow the Club’s engagement...

Duration:  20 hours/week; 16 weeks Context:  The intern will be directly assisting Chapter political and legislative staff members in protecting the environment by assisting in research and policy education. Scope:  This position will generate research and information to be used to educate Sierra Club members, supporters, as well as grasstops and grassroots leaders on policy issues important to the protection of the environment in Michigan. The information will be used in a variety of communications vehicles at the Chapter. Job Activities: Writing articles about environmental topics, Helping draft press releases, Helping create educational presentations, Organizing events, Working with and educating government agencies, Assisting with public outreach, Educating our members and the public about environmental topics, Working with Sierra Club volunteers, Conducting research, Tracking media hits and preparing social media...

The New Jersey Chapter of the Sierra Club has a vibrant and experienced volunteer base. The Chapter comprises 12 regional groups, more than 10 active state and regional committees and 20,000 members. The Chapter is a prominent environmental voice in the country’s most densely populated state and is credited with many significant environmental wins. Scope:  The Chapter Director implements policies and programs adopted by the Chapter Executive Committee, manages the staff budget, and oversees staff support for the following operational areas: conservation campaigns and legislative programs, fundraising, volunteer development, member services, budgeting and financial management and media relations. Job activities include but are not limited to: Develops the Chapter’s short- and long-term strategic, programmatic and financial goals. All planning activity takes place in coordination with the Executive Committee and relevant Chapter Committees. Develops an annual plan...

Attention Job Seekers: In light of the current COVID-19 pandemic, we want to assure you that the Fund for the Public Interest is actively hiring for this position, and we welcome your applications. Although at the moment all staff are working from home remotely, we plan to relaunch our in-person operation as soon as it is safe to do so. As a Field Office Director, you will run your own canvass office and work on campaigns with groups like Environment America and U.S. PIRG. You’ll recruit supporters, raise money and mobilize thousands of people to take action. Being a director requires that you work independently, exercise good judgment and work hard to meet the office’s staffing, campaign, and fieldwork goals. You’ll build the people power it takes to create positive change. You could work on issues like tackling climate change, stopping throw-away plastics from polluting our oceans, powering more of our cities and states with clean energy like wind and solar power, and...

The Orvis Retail Fishing Manager is a retail professional role model in attitude and appearance who drives sales and profit growth by providing a world-class shopping experience to all Orvis customers.    The Fishing Manager assists the Store Manager in all management duties of the retail store, is responsible for the daily operations of the fly-fishing department, and demonstrates excellent business acumen including visual merchandising, sales analysis, and success in selling fishing, outdoor and the wider range of Orvis products.  We are looking for managers who can establish, maintain, and promote Sporting Tradition activities that enhance our reputation in the marketplace as well as introduce new customers to this lifestyle through fly-fishing schools, casting clinics, and seminars.    The successful Fishing Manager has experience developing relationships with local fly-fishing organizations, conservation groups, Orvis Endorsed Operations, and other partners that can increase...

REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Program/Project Coordinator. The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Program/Project Coordinator to support environmental education programming with a focus on water conservation; climate change and sea-level rise impacts and resilience; NatureScape landscaping programs; LEED and green infrastructure; and environmental protection and sustainability initiatives within the Natural Resources Division (Environmental Planning & Community Resilience Division) of the Environmental Protection and Growth Management Department.  The successful candidate will play a lead role in education and outreach activities related to climate change resilience, water conservation and habitat sustainability (including reuse/recycling and food waste reduction/recycling) as part of county-wide efforts in collaboration with...

Position Information Bring your grants management experience to the Sonoma County Water Agency (Sonoma Water)! The Grants and Funded Projects Manager (Grants Manager) oversees, and actively participates in, Sonoma Water's program to secure and manage external sources of funding.  Managing a team of three staff, and working collaboratively with multi-disciplinary staff both inside and outside the Agency, the Grants Manager will have primary responsibility for budgeting and accounting tasks for all grants and funded projects implemented by Sonoma Water. Further, this position will plan, organize, implement, and supervise related administrative functions such as grant writing, grant management, and procurement of grants and low interest loans. The Grants Manager will identify efficiencies, develop strategies, and make grant policy and procedure recommendations to optimize effective grant management, as well as act as the fiscal and administrative lead for several regional...

Primary Purpose:              Provides excellent animal care while enhancing the visitor experience. Maintains the Animal Department’s standards of animal wellbeing, animal training, and animal enrichment. Supervises and participates in the cleaning of the public areas in and around exhibits, aquariums, tanks, enclosures, and food prep areas. Demonstrates ample experience in the natural history, training, overall husbandry, and critical care of marine mammals. Possesses ability to impart husbandry and animal training skills to staff. When appropriate, conditions new behaviors and maintains existing behavioral criteria. The New York Aquarium is seeking a wild animal keeper to work with marine mammals. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in biology or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.  They must also have SCUBA certification with practical dive experience, with experience in the care of aquatic animals in controlled...

An application may be completed on line at www.itsmymaitland.com.     Position is open until filled. PURPOSE OF POSITION : The Sustainability Coordinator works collaboratively with administration, city staff, and community partners to develop, coordinate, and promote effective sustainability initiatives to reduce the city’s impact on the environment.  Responsibilities include educating the community about sustainability and coordinating programming and activities related to sustainability, performing research about sustainability, and annual reporting. This position is considered an emergency/disaster position. During emergency conditions, all City employees are automatically considered emergency service workers.  City employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation, which requires that the employee be ready, willing, and able to report to work during emergencies and/or disasters of any kind,...

Position Information Bring your expertise and knowledge of California's climate investment efforts to the Sonoma County Administrator's Office as our new Climate Resiliency Analyst.   Starting salary up to $56.50/hour ($117,922/year), a cash allowance of $600/month, and a competitive total compensation package!* What We Offer   When you join the County of Sonoma, you become part of a challenging and rewarding work environment where you gain the satisfaction of knowing that you are working to better your community. You can also look forward to a competitive total compensation package, including*: An annual Staff Development/Wellness Benefit allowance up to $1,700 and ongoing education/training opportunities Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year Significant portion of health care premiums paid by the County and access to several health plan options County contribution to a Health...

This position could work out of WSP's offices in either Arlington, VA; San Diego or San Francisco, CA; Boulder, CO; Chicago, IL, New York, NY; Portland, OR; Bethlehem, PA, or Seattle, WA.   Job Description Be involved in projects with our Climate Resiliency and Sustainability Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges. At WSP, we are driven by inspiring the right people to be part of our future-focused business objectives. Our devotion to teamwork has allowed us to build communities and expand our skylines. Here at WSP, anything is within our reach and yours as a WSP employee. Come join us and help shape the future! WSP USA’s Climate Resilience and Sustainability practice has an immediate opening for a Project Director to support the company’s growing Sustainability, Energy and Climate Change offering. See   wsp.com/advancingsustainability  for a description of our team and capabilities. The individual will...

Summary: American Conservation Experience, a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with Shenandoah National Park, is seeking ONE Visitor Use/Curatorial Assistant to assist with interpretation, security, grounds maintenance, integrated pest management, and preservation maintenance at Rapidan Camp. The ACE Member will maximize visitor access to this historic house museum within the Blue Ridge Mountains of Shenandoah National Park. Start Date: June 21, 2021 End Date: August 14, 2021 *An 8-week commitment is required * Location: Shenandoah National Park, Virginia Shenandoah National Park contains 196,000 forested acres along the crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains in northern Virginia. The Park's backcountry of steep rugged terrain contains 500 miles of trails, including 95 miles of the Appalachian National Scenic Trail, and nearly 80,000 acres of federally designated wilderness. Skyline Drive, the famous scenic tour road through the Park,...

Job Description Responsibilities: Conducts environmental field work, including but not limited to soil, groundwater, and air sampling Oversees subcontractors during soil drilling, well installation and implementation of corrective action Drafts technical reports and recommends appropriate actions to ensure client’s objectives are met and comply with all state and federal regulations Designs, implements, and manages various soil and groundwater investigation and remediation projects Reviews and evaluates data for the preparation of conceptual site models and risk reports Provides task management, and may provide, case management and/or support senior project managers with project planning and deliverables Performs health and safety planning and oversight during project operations Skills & Requirements A Bachelor's degree or higher in Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering or a related disciple. 5+ years of hands on fieldwork &...

Community Science Associate Full Time position  Clean Ocean Action (COA) is a successful, nonprofit regional coalition focused on reducing sources of pollution in the marine waters of the NJ/NY coast.  COA is seeking a Community Science Associate (CSA) who is dedicated to science and environmental stewardship to support a professional science and community engagement team to track down and eliminate sources of pollution, including pathogens and litter.  CSA must adhere to scientific and safety protocols, and enjoy outdoor water quality sampling (perhaps in wet weather conditions), data management and lab work.  CSA must be an efficient, motivated, knowledgeable, talented, team-player and hard-working ocean advocate, yet able to go with the flow of changes in programs and priorities.   General Job Description In consultation with COA’s Executive Director, Staff Scientist, and Watershed Program Coordinator, the Community Science Associate will coordinate and...