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The Watershed Institute ( formerly The Stony Brook - Millstone Watershed Association ) is seeking candidates to fill two Education Intern positions. The internship provides training and experience in a wide range of environmental education activities. The Education Interns work collaboratively with the education team, and report to the Education Director. The Watershed Center is LEED-Platinum Certified and includes exhibit halls, classrooms and a lab, and is surrounded by an outdoor classroom of 980-acres of fields, forests, pond and streams. Compensation: $15,500 salary plus housing on site.   Start Date: Tuesday, January 28, 2020                                    End Date: Friday, December 18, 2020 Tuesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. and occasional Mondays and evenings Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., plus several evenings or overnights during camp (June 22-August 28) Work days may shift based on program load.   Job Responsibilities: Work collaboratively with Education Staff to design and teach a wide variety of hands-on, outdoor programs: Public programs for all ages, including weekly preschool classes School programs that are inquiry-based, some which address the Next Generation Science Standards Scout badge workshops and children’s birthday parties Special events and festivals Work at Watershed Nature Camp as a Counselor or Group Leader Assist with care of a small collection of education animals (reptiles, amphibians, insects, and fish) Create a personal portfolio documenting the internship Complete a final intern project Perform administrative tasks such as registering visitors for programs and operating the gift shop sales station Other duties as requested to maintain departmental and organizational continuity   Qualifications: Minimum age of 21 Adult and Pediatric First Aid, CPR, and AED required by January 29, 2019 Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time; ability to lift 25 lbs. Ability and enthusiasm for working outdoors in all weather conditions Degree or college coursework in ecology, education, environmental studies, or related field Passion for teaching and sharing nature with others Strong experience working with children in an outdoor setting Excellent communication skills with people of all ages and backgrounds Friendly, personable, service-oriented attitude Patience, flexibility, and punctuality Eagerness to learn and work hard Skilled in collaboration, cooperation, and communication with co-workers Knowledge of local ecology and natural history is beneficial Valid driver’s license and personal vehicle is highly desirable   Benefits: Bi-weekly pay by direct deposit Housing on-site, including wi-fi, heat, electricity, and water Ten vacation days, to be scheduled based on program load. Invaluable experience working at an environmental not-for-profit   Posting will remain active until both positions are filled.  Electronic submissions are preferred.  Please use the subject line: Internship Application Your last name. To apply, submit a cover letter including a brief statement on what contribution you will make to strengthen our diverse working, learning and living environment; your resume; and list of references to the attention of:   Pat Heaney, Senior Educator The Watershed Institute 31 Titus Mill Road Pennington, NJ  08534 609-737-3735 ext 11     pheaney@thewatershed.org

OPEN recruitment for 2020 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 2020! 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 fiscal year 2020.  Get experience.  Make professional contacts.  Work in great places. Launch your career! Short Deadlines APPLY NOW 2020 SUMMER JOBS and other temporary-seasonal NPS parks jobs.

Environmental Education Instructors at Don Lee Camp & Retreat Center teach students through a residential outdoor environmental education program known as Coastal Communities. Instructors of the Coastal Communities program facilitate students in grades 3 - 8, and occasionally students as young as kindergarten and high school age. In this program, students come with their class for a one-day, two-day, three-day, or even five-day nature experience. Instructors teach a variety of different explorations, depending on which programs teachers select. Experiential education at Don Lee also incorporates our low element challenge course through both the Common Ground program and the Coastal Communities program. Groups may participate in the challenge course experience for a small portion of their extended visit, or for an entire day! This experience is designed to raise the awareness of students as being part of a group, help them to better learn to cooperate, communicate, and work more effectively as a team. Together, the experiences of these two programs can be a very effective tool to help reinforce lessons of teachers working in a classroom setting. Qualifications: Don Lee Camp & Retreat Center's Environmental and Outdoor Educators are required to have a bachelor's degree in a science or education related field or in outdoor recreation and experiential education. They should possess experience or strong interest in teaching children in an outdoor setting. Enthusiasm, flexibility, and effective communication skills are a must. Those persons seeking internships must currently be obtaining a college degree in a related field and possess a strong desire to teach children in an outdoor setting.   Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com !

Service Description :  Green Iowa AmeriCorps operates through the University of Northern Iowa’s Center for Energy and Environmental Education (UNI CEEE) in Cedar Falls.  The program looking to recruit passionate and motivated individuals for a six-month service experience, beginning February 2020, in one of our service locations throughout Iowa. As a member of our new and existing programs sites, you will have the opportunity to create plans in conjunction with city officials, nonprofit leaders, school districts, and execute projects that will greatly impact the communities we serve. The leadership and empowerment experienced as part of our program will be like no other! Our program hopes to train the next generation of ‘green-collar’ workers through a combination of field trips, presentations, and hands-on learning. Members have the opportunity to build leadership abilities through specific coordinator roles, which allow each member to contribute unique skills to the program. Members have access to free trainings, hands-on skill development, and extensive community engagement. Our mission is empowering Iowa's communities and school districts to make more environmental, conservation-minded decisions and improvements through direct service work, environmental education, professional development opportunities and volunteer engagement.  Green Iowa AmeriCorps consists of three branches:  Energy & Community, Sustainable Schools and Land & Water Stewards.  Each branch of our program will provide AmeriCorps members with the unique opportunity to enhance their professional development goals, cultivate community-wide relationships, and work toward making Iowa a more sustainable, eco-nomic state. Energy & Community - members serve in a team-based setting providing residential energy efficiency services to underserved populations, conducting environmental education, and engaging in community service projects with available service locations in Cedar Falls , Cedar Rapids , Des Moines & Dubuque Sustainable Schools -members serve in Iowa school districts as sustainability coordinators to reduce energy and waste, support teachers and students in environment education efforts, and create project based learning opportunities with available service locations in Vinton-Shellsburg CSD & Waverly-Shell Rock CSD Land & Water Stewards -members create environmental education and community programming related to healthy water and land stewardship in conjunction with many local and state partners with service locations in Cedar Falls Program Benefits : Federal Loan Deferment , Training and Certification, Individualized Professional Development opportunities, Segal Education Award upon successful completion, Monthly Living stipend, Leadership experience, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Qualification , Interest Accrual Repayment Living Allowance : Energy & Community AND Land & Water Stewards - $6,996.00 (TOTAL FOR 6 MONTHS)   Sustainable Schools - $4,938.00 (TOTAL FOR 6 MONTHS) Living allowances are distributed evenly in monthly installments over the course of the service term. Segal Education Award : Energy & Community AND Land & Water Stewards - $3,047.50                                Sustainable Schools - $2,321.00.  Education Awards are contingent upon successful completion of the program. Terms: Position based on completion of 900 hours (E/C and LWS) of service in a full-time work schedule (37-38 hours/week) OR 675 hours (SS) of service in a reduced full-time scheduled (27-28 hours/week); flexible vacation and sick leave. Outside employment available during the off hours, school attendance available during off hours Service Areas: Neighborhood Revitalization, Habitat Restoration, Housing, Community Engagement, Storm Water Management, Outreach Education, Community and Economic Development, Environment, and Capacity Building

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, Chicago, Honolulu, New York, Philadelphia, Denver, Seattle, Bozeman, and Washington, DC.  In addition to a talented cadre of environmental lawyers, legislative advocates, and other professional staff, Earthjustice has a highly creative and savvy Communications Department that is tasked with creating top-notch content to educate and engage audiences. The Director of Content Strategy oversees the Creative Content team, which encompasses editorial, multimedia, and graphic design storytelling. The Director plays a leading role in understanding both our broader communication goals and audience needs, and managing the team tasked with creating the most impactful content that brings the two together. This position partners with teams in Program Communications, Marketing, and Digital Engagement to identify major communications goals, target audiences and relevant user data to produce the most effective content for audience expansion and engagement. The Director of Content Strategy oversees the production cycle of major pieces of content, from conceptualization to planning and execution. The position also works directly with project managers and informs promotional strategies to reach and engage new and existing audiences. Like all director level positions within the department, this role serves as a member of the Communications Executive Team, which is responsible for the overall management and performance of the entire department. The Director of Content Strategy manages a current team of nine, with three direct reports, and reports to the Vice President of Communications and Marketing. This position is located in San Francisco, CA. Responsibilities: Content Strategy (40%) Leads Creative Content team in developing powerful and engaging stories about Earthjustice’s work using various communication disciplines, including editorial, multimedia, and graphic design. Conducts high-level research and data analysis, including those on key audiences and their content consumption, to better inform the development of major pieces of content; Regularly shares data and learning with Communications staff to better inform decision-making. Creates and institutionalizes a system for tracking and allocating communications resource expenditures; Conducts periodic content inventory and audit. Co-leads departmental meetings on content strategy and quarterly planning; Oversees the production calendar of major content deliverables. Works with various teams to ensure all print and digital content adheres to the organization’s voice, brand and message. Oversees Editorial staff in the story development and production of Earthjustice Quarterly Magazine, blogs, columns, and other written content. Oversees Multimedia staff in the use of photography and long and short form video for storytelling. Oversees Graphic Design staff in the creation of major institutional print collateral and the development of visual brand standards. Partners with Marketing team in the creative direction and production of major advertising campaigns; Works with Marketing to identify new audiences and develops relevant content for new audience engagement. Collaborates with Digital Engagement team to optimize content creation and ensure a steady flow of high-quality content to the website, email, and social media; Works with Digital to craft robust engagement strategies to promote content to new and existing audiences. Serves as thought partner for Program Communications staff to develop right-sized content that most effectively meets programmatic objectives and wins over key audiences. Management (30%) Directly supervises the Managing Editor, Senior Multimedia Producer, and Design Manager; Indirectly oversees a current team of nine in the Creative Content team. Leads regular team and individual meetings, holds team-building events, and promotes welcoming work environment by modeling inclusive behavior. Conducts ongoing supervisory duties, including performance reviews, budget management, and timecard approvals. Recruits and hires qualified candidates who fit position requirements and the work culture. Develops staff by identifying and encouraging training and professional development opportunities; Acts as a coach and mentor. Promotes change in terms of the expected benefits, as well as removing or lowering the impact of potential obstacles. Sets clear team direction that aligns with Earthjustice strategy, mission, and vision. Provides staff with consistent performance feedback – both positive and constructive -- and acts as a coach and mentor. Creates a learning culture, by encouraging debriefing after completion of significant stages of projects. Ensures that any direct reports who have supervisory responsibility are properly executing those functions. Creates a respectful and inclusive work environment for team and models respectful and inclusive behavior. Promptly addresses micro-aggressions and other concerns brought to their attention. Resolves interpersonal conflict among team members and brings in outside facilitators as needed. Communicates regularly with existing employees and encourages staff to raise concerns and to provide ongoing feedback. Creates or identifies strategic opportunities for team building and individual and overall staff engagement with one another in order to strengthen teamwork, interaction and collaboration.  Values and uses individual differences and talents to improve employee satisfaction and the quality of collective work. Celebrates successes and helps team members to understand and manage setbacks.   Communications Executive Team (20%) Represents Creative Content as a member of the Communications Executive team to spearhead and implement organizational policies and enhance coordination and planning across the Communications Department. Works with Communications Executive team to cultivate a positive and welcoming team culture within the department, and serves as a positive ambassador for Creative Content to other departments. Attends weekly staff level and director level meetings within the Communications Department and actively contributes to conversations on Communication strategies. Partners with VP and other Communications Directors to improve information sharing and learning within teams and with other departments.  Continued Personal Learning (10%) Participates in organization-wide initiatives and trainings that contribute to the creation of a diverse, equitable and inclusive work culture that encourages and celebrates differences. Utilizes internal and external resources to support a personal and professional development journey that increases awareness and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds and orientations. Qualifications: BA or higher degree in Communications, Journalism, English, or related field. Advanced coursework, seminars, training in data science highly desired. 8+ years working in the following fields preferred: professional print or digital media; nonprofit/advocacy organizations; communications consulting. 5+ years of direct management experience supervising teams of four or more required. Strong familiarity with law, politics, environment and/or social justice issues desired. Exceptional leader with a keen strategic eye and an ability to clearly articulate priorities while incorporating data and learning into the decision-making process. Incredibly high emotional intelligence, with the ability to work productively across many different work styles and tackle challenges in a respectful and constructive manner. Excellent and supportive supervisor who models welcoming and inclusive behavior, fosters healthy team dynamics, and encourages continuous professional development for staff. Deep familiarity with principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion; demonstrated experience engaging with colleagues in open, honest, generative conversations on identity and personal learning. Outstanding organizational skills with demonstrated ability to maintain oversight and prioritize a broad range of competing priorities. Strong storyteller with familiarity with various creative disciplines, especially editorial, multimedia, and graphic design Exceptional management skills; proven ability to manage large teams, complex projects, budgets, and deadlines. Demonstrates an awareness and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds and orientations. Contributes to recruiting, hiring, developing and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce.   Management (Essential Skills) Ability to effectively manage and lead a diverse team with emotional intelligence (self-awareness and understating of the impact of their behavior) and cultural humility (an understanding of the need for additional learning about different cultures, backgrounds and orientation and implementation of that learning daily management practices). Ability to give and receive regular formal and informal feedback in a timely, constructive, respectful, and consistent manner and to incorporate debriefing into the team’s operations. Strong team mentorship and communication skills. Understands the individual and team strengths and areas for development and develops plans accordingly. Commitment to and experience in developing team skills and talents to meet the evolving needs of an organization.  Salary is based on experience.   Salary range for San Francisco, CA:  $ 147,200 - $163,500 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. Application Procedure:  Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter via the Jobvite system. Click here to apply: https://app.jobvite.com/j?cj=oo58afwv&s=Environmental_Career Please reach out to  jobs@earthjustice.org  if you are having technical difficulties submitting your application. No phone calls, drop-ins, or hard copies. 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.   or 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.

Job Description PLACE OF WORK :             Jean-Michel Cousteau’s Ambassadors of the Environment at Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve JOB OVERVIEW :                Develop and lead programs for guests ages 4+, as well as family and group activities such as snorkeling, kayaking, underwater photography and videography, land excursions, sustainable living lessons, nature art & craft and much more. Using the local and cultural heritage and the learning center as their base, the naturalist will lead groups of 8-12 people on morning, afternoon and/or evening activities. Naturalist will be responsible for preparing for each activity, ensuring that the co-naturalist is also prepared with any necessary materials, and guiding the group at all times. SPECIFICATIONS :             Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. QUALIFICATIONS :             Essential:                 1)    Bachelors degree in Marine Biology, Environmental Natural Sciences, Life Science, Life Science Education. Working knowledge and experience in local natural environments (ecology of kelp beds, coral reefs, forests, mangroves, deserts, or other ecosystems) and environmental education Ability to understand verbal instructions Ability and desire to lead, organize, and supervise children Ability to plan, originate, organize and carry out daily and special programs Ability to relate to one’s peer group Ability to maintain and organize accurate records Ability to accept supervisor and/or director’s guidance Strong, positive character, integrity, and adaptability  SKILLS :  Professional telephone skills Ability to work without direct supervision Ability to interact successfully with guests and clients Ability to prioritize and organize work assignments Ability to interact successfully with hotel management / staff   ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS : Greet guests at reception area with a warm smile and using the guests name Assist guests with program check in Engage guests in pre-program activity until the desired module begins Prepare for activity and prepare co-naturalist/attendant Follow safety procedures at all times Keep track of all guests at all times Actively participate in all activities Contribute positively to discussions and share information with guests Replace and keep organized all program materials and equipment Request materials from Supervisor when things are missing Attend appropriate hotel meetings Continually improve program and make suggestions SECONDARY FUNCTIONS : Stocking and selling retail products Enhance and improve existing programs Any job requested by management   Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com