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.
Oct 02, 2019
Full time
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.
THE JOB: Under direction, plan, assign, and supervise the work of public works maintenance personnel in an assigned program/division (Household Hazardous Waste, Roads / Drainage, Sanitation / Wastewater, or Solid Waste Disposal); assure the quality of the work performed; may perform the more difficult and technical work of the assigned division; and perform other duties as required. There are currently four vacancies, including one in Household Hazardous Waste, two in Road / Drainage Maintenance and one in Sanitation / Wastewater Operations. The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies in any Public Works Division during the life of the eligible list.
Specialized assignments include:
Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Assignment: Supervise operations at the HHW program by supervising and assisting the Solid Waste Inspectors who operate the facilities, including inspecting and assessing incoming waste material for identification and separation; identifying, assessing and categorizing hazardous material for disposal; arranging for proper storage and transportation of materials; and monitoring and maintaining various records. Assure HHW facilities’ operations comply with State and Federal regulations. Assist Environmental Program Coordinator with ensuring that environmental monitoring and reporting program activities for landfill gas, ground water, storm water, leachate and surface water are completed. Assist with and assign staff to perform maintenance to assure properly functioning leachate collection and landfill gas collection and conveyance systems.
Road / Drainage Assignment: Patrol roads and drainage channels to determine areas requiring maintenance and repair; supervise crews who prepare, grade, pave, resurface and reshape old roads, cut and spray weeds and brush, and patch and repair road surfaces; and install revetments for bank and levee protection; clear river and stream channels; build culvert head-walls; install storm drain culverts; spray herbicides; maintain access and levee roads, plant vegetation for bank protection; perform maintenance and repair on stationary pumps; and install flood gates and barricades; and investigate public complaints regarding poor or hazardous road and drainage conditions and take action to improve the situation.
Sanitation / Wastewater Assignment: Supervise crews performing maintenance, monitoring and repair of wastewater pumping stations and transmission facilities, transmission lines and access entries, and those staffing the office facility.
Solid Waste Disposal Assignment: Supervise operations at the County's solid waste disposal sites including staff who operate heavy equipment, collect fees and perform maintenance and repair; follow engineering specifications and plans to develop the disposal sites; ensure that land is properly utilized and streams are not contaminated; assure that disposal site operations comply with State standards for solid waste management, water and air quality and environmental health; oversee the maintenance and monitoring of environmental testing systems; and may install environmental testing systems.
THE REQUIREMENTS: Any combination of education and experience, which would provide the required knowledge and abilities, is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Four years of maintenance experience in any one of the following areas: Roads, Sanitation, Solid Waste Disposal, or Drainage divisions, environmental monitoring / handling hazardous materials or a comparable assignment, including two years at the journey level and one year in a lead capacity, which would demonstrate possession of the knowledge and abilities required in the applicable program area.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS, CONDITIONS:
License Requirements: Possession of a valid California Class C driver license at time of hire; and for some positions, within six months from hire, possession of a valid class B driver license with Tank Endorsement (Sanitation assignment) or a valid class A driver license with Tank Endorsement. (Household Hazardous Waste assignment requires class C license at time of hire, but no A or B commercial driver license.)
Certificate: Some positions require possession of a Qualified Applicators Certificate issued by the State of California Department of Pesticide Regulation or of an OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER (hazardous waste operations) Certificate. For Sanitation Assignment, within one year of appointment, must obtain either a Grade I or higher Wastewater Collection System Maintenance certificate, a Grade I or higher Mechanical Technologist certificate, or equivalent certificates issued by the California Water Environment Association.
Special Working Conditions: Exposure to: Variable temperatures and other conditions; cramped work spaces; heights, such as on equipment, on cliffs or in the bucket of a bucket truck; high levels of noise; strong, unpleasant odors; vibration; dust and silica dust; potentially hostile or violet individuals; electrical hazards; allergens, such as poison oak and stinging insects; the possibility of experiencing burns, bodily injury, and contact with toxic substances and chemical irritants; working alone in isolated areas; and, for some assignments, possible exposure to needles or blood which could possibly result in chronic disease or death.
Other Special Requirements: Alcohol and drug tests: will be administered to all candidates prior to final selection for positions requiring class A or B driver licenses upon entry and to employees in positions requiring these licenses, as mandated by Department of Transportation federal regulations. In addition, all candidates must provide specific employment history for up to the past ten years for all jobs they have held which required operation of a commercial motor vehicle.
Availability : Incumbents may be required to work irregular hours, including responding to 24-hour emergency calls.
Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of methods, equipment, and materials used in the program assignment; occupational hazards and safety standards and practices of the program assignment; the capabilities, operation, and maintenance of light and heavy construction equipment required for most positions. Working knowledge of methods of estimating costs of projects and of supervision and training. Some knowledge of laws, ordinances and regulations governing the program assignment, and the application of data processing to program assignment.
For the Sanitation / Wastewater Assignment: working knowledge of the capabilities, operation, and maintenance of light and heavy construction equipment, required for some positions.
For Household Hazardous Waste Assignment : working knowledge of safe handling and management of HHW materials (including lab packing and bulking of hazardous materials). Some knowledge of chemistry, biology, and physics related to hazardous materials management in a solid waste landfill facility.
Ability to: Supervise, plan, assign, direct, and coordinate the work of subordinates. Schedule work and determine priorities. Train subordinates in proper work procedures, safety practices, and equipment operation. Prepare work schedules, reports, procedures, and cost estimates. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Read and understand maps, engineering blueprints and drawings, instruction manuals, technical manuals, computer-generated reports, and surveys. Read and understand surveyors’ location and grade stakes. Understand, explain, and apply applicable laws, rules, and regulations. Input, access, and analyze data using a computer terminal. Assist in budget preparation and administration. Use hand and power tools which may cause body vibration; lift items up to 75 pounds. Perform tasks requiring strength, such as lifting equipment onto trucks, climbing over rough terrain, and pulling hoses up embankments. Drive and operate vehicles such as automobiles, utility and pick-up trucks, and construction equipment, such as tractors, graders, compactors, bulldozers, loaders, and scrapers. Distinguish colors, such as color-coded wires, fluid colors, or chemical test guides. Put on, wear, and use a respirator. Perform tasks which require manual dexterity, such as gas and electrical welding, assembling small parts and pouring liquids into receptacles. Hear and distinguish various sounds, such as voices of workers in noisy environments and sounds of operating equipment.
For Household Hazardous Waste Assignment: Ability to identify and respond safely to hazardous materials contained in waste loads. Lift and move five (5) gallon cans (equivalent to 50 pounds) in adverse environmental conditions and move fifty-five (55) gallon drums (equivalent to 600 pounds) using a drum dolly.
HOW TO APPLY: Apply online at www.santacruzcountyjobs.com or mail/bring an application and supplemental questionnaire to: Santa Cruz County Personnel Department, 701 Ocean Street, Room 510, Santa Cruz, CA 95060. For information, call (831) 454-2600. Hearing Impaired TDD/TTY: 711. Applications will meet the final filing date if received: 1) in the Personnel Department by 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date, 2) submitted online before midnight of the final filing date.
Women, minorities and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you have a disability that requires test accommodation, please call (831) 454-2600.
To comply with the 1986 Immigration Reform and Control Act, Santa Cruz County verifies that all new employees are either U.S. citizens or persons authorized to work in the U.S.
Some positions may require Fingerprinting and/or Background Investigation.
Oct 01, 2019
Full time
THE JOB: Under direction, plan, assign, and supervise the work of public works maintenance personnel in an assigned program/division (Household Hazardous Waste, Roads / Drainage, Sanitation / Wastewater, or Solid Waste Disposal); assure the quality of the work performed; may perform the more difficult and technical work of the assigned division; and perform other duties as required. There are currently four vacancies, including one in Household Hazardous Waste, two in Road / Drainage Maintenance and one in Sanitation / Wastewater Operations. The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies in any Public Works Division during the life of the eligible list.
Specialized assignments include:
Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Assignment: Supervise operations at the HHW program by supervising and assisting the Solid Waste Inspectors who operate the facilities, including inspecting and assessing incoming waste material for identification and separation; identifying, assessing and categorizing hazardous material for disposal; arranging for proper storage and transportation of materials; and monitoring and maintaining various records. Assure HHW facilities’ operations comply with State and Federal regulations. Assist Environmental Program Coordinator with ensuring that environmental monitoring and reporting program activities for landfill gas, ground water, storm water, leachate and surface water are completed. Assist with and assign staff to perform maintenance to assure properly functioning leachate collection and landfill gas collection and conveyance systems.
Road / Drainage Assignment: Patrol roads and drainage channels to determine areas requiring maintenance and repair; supervise crews who prepare, grade, pave, resurface and reshape old roads, cut and spray weeds and brush, and patch and repair road surfaces; and install revetments for bank and levee protection; clear river and stream channels; build culvert head-walls; install storm drain culverts; spray herbicides; maintain access and levee roads, plant vegetation for bank protection; perform maintenance and repair on stationary pumps; and install flood gates and barricades; and investigate public complaints regarding poor or hazardous road and drainage conditions and take action to improve the situation.
Sanitation / Wastewater Assignment: Supervise crews performing maintenance, monitoring and repair of wastewater pumping stations and transmission facilities, transmission lines and access entries, and those staffing the office facility.
Solid Waste Disposal Assignment: Supervise operations at the County's solid waste disposal sites including staff who operate heavy equipment, collect fees and perform maintenance and repair; follow engineering specifications and plans to develop the disposal sites; ensure that land is properly utilized and streams are not contaminated; assure that disposal site operations comply with State standards for solid waste management, water and air quality and environmental health; oversee the maintenance and monitoring of environmental testing systems; and may install environmental testing systems.
THE REQUIREMENTS: Any combination of education and experience, which would provide the required knowledge and abilities, is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Four years of maintenance experience in any one of the following areas: Roads, Sanitation, Solid Waste Disposal, or Drainage divisions, environmental monitoring / handling hazardous materials or a comparable assignment, including two years at the journey level and one year in a lead capacity, which would demonstrate possession of the knowledge and abilities required in the applicable program area.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS, CONDITIONS:
License Requirements: Possession of a valid California Class C driver license at time of hire; and for some positions, within six months from hire, possession of a valid class B driver license with Tank Endorsement (Sanitation assignment) or a valid class A driver license with Tank Endorsement. (Household Hazardous Waste assignment requires class C license at time of hire, but no A or B commercial driver license.)
Certificate: Some positions require possession of a Qualified Applicators Certificate issued by the State of California Department of Pesticide Regulation or of an OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER (hazardous waste operations) Certificate. For Sanitation Assignment, within one year of appointment, must obtain either a Grade I or higher Wastewater Collection System Maintenance certificate, a Grade I or higher Mechanical Technologist certificate, or equivalent certificates issued by the California Water Environment Association.
Special Working Conditions: Exposure to: Variable temperatures and other conditions; cramped work spaces; heights, such as on equipment, on cliffs or in the bucket of a bucket truck; high levels of noise; strong, unpleasant odors; vibration; dust and silica dust; potentially hostile or violet individuals; electrical hazards; allergens, such as poison oak and stinging insects; the possibility of experiencing burns, bodily injury, and contact with toxic substances and chemical irritants; working alone in isolated areas; and, for some assignments, possible exposure to needles or blood which could possibly result in chronic disease or death.
Other Special Requirements: Alcohol and drug tests: will be administered to all candidates prior to final selection for positions requiring class A or B driver licenses upon entry and to employees in positions requiring these licenses, as mandated by Department of Transportation federal regulations. In addition, all candidates must provide specific employment history for up to the past ten years for all jobs they have held which required operation of a commercial motor vehicle.
Availability : Incumbents may be required to work irregular hours, including responding to 24-hour emergency calls.
Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of methods, equipment, and materials used in the program assignment; occupational hazards and safety standards and practices of the program assignment; the capabilities, operation, and maintenance of light and heavy construction equipment required for most positions. Working knowledge of methods of estimating costs of projects and of supervision and training. Some knowledge of laws, ordinances and regulations governing the program assignment, and the application of data processing to program assignment.
For the Sanitation / Wastewater Assignment: working knowledge of the capabilities, operation, and maintenance of light and heavy construction equipment, required for some positions.
For Household Hazardous Waste Assignment : working knowledge of safe handling and management of HHW materials (including lab packing and bulking of hazardous materials). Some knowledge of chemistry, biology, and physics related to hazardous materials management in a solid waste landfill facility.
Ability to: Supervise, plan, assign, direct, and coordinate the work of subordinates. Schedule work and determine priorities. Train subordinates in proper work procedures, safety practices, and equipment operation. Prepare work schedules, reports, procedures, and cost estimates. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Read and understand maps, engineering blueprints and drawings, instruction manuals, technical manuals, computer-generated reports, and surveys. Read and understand surveyors’ location and grade stakes. Understand, explain, and apply applicable laws, rules, and regulations. Input, access, and analyze data using a computer terminal. Assist in budget preparation and administration. Use hand and power tools which may cause body vibration; lift items up to 75 pounds. Perform tasks requiring strength, such as lifting equipment onto trucks, climbing over rough terrain, and pulling hoses up embankments. Drive and operate vehicles such as automobiles, utility and pick-up trucks, and construction equipment, such as tractors, graders, compactors, bulldozers, loaders, and scrapers. Distinguish colors, such as color-coded wires, fluid colors, or chemical test guides. Put on, wear, and use a respirator. Perform tasks which require manual dexterity, such as gas and electrical welding, assembling small parts and pouring liquids into receptacles. Hear and distinguish various sounds, such as voices of workers in noisy environments and sounds of operating equipment.
For Household Hazardous Waste Assignment: Ability to identify and respond safely to hazardous materials contained in waste loads. Lift and move five (5) gallon cans (equivalent to 50 pounds) in adverse environmental conditions and move fifty-five (55) gallon drums (equivalent to 600 pounds) using a drum dolly.
HOW TO APPLY: Apply online at www.santacruzcountyjobs.com or mail/bring an application and supplemental questionnaire to: Santa Cruz County Personnel Department, 701 Ocean Street, Room 510, Santa Cruz, CA 95060. For information, call (831) 454-2600. Hearing Impaired TDD/TTY: 711. Applications will meet the final filing date if received: 1) in the Personnel Department by 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date, 2) submitted online before midnight of the final filing date.
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Senior Associate, State Policy
Organization
Ceres is a sustainability nonprofit organization leading the most influential investors and companies to build leadership and drive solutions throughout the economy. Through powerful networks and advocacy, Ceres 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 ).
Description & Responsibilities
The Senior Associate, Policy position supports Ceres’ policy work, with a focus on U.S. Northeastern state-level climate and clean energy policy and engagement of business and investor voices in those states. This a full-time position, based in Boston, MA. This position is designed for a highly motivated, self-starter looking to be an advocate for Ceres’ policy goals. The position will report to the Manager, State Policy.
Specific duties include, but are not limited to the following:
Support the Manager, State Policy in the development of regional strategy for engaging Northeastern states in team’s overall state policy vision.
Identify policy priorities in Northeastern states, develop annual plan for policy engagement, and execute plan
Track key developments related to Northeastern state energy, climate and transportation policy
Continuously improve knowledge of state-level climate, electric power sector and clean transportation policies
Use earned media, advocacy days, national meetings, direct engagement with policymakers, and other strategies to impact state policy outcomes
Develop and maintain relationships with external partners and in-state allies (local non-profits, communications firms, lobbyists, etc.) such as monthly state coordination calls
Identify opportunities to leverage state policy work to recruit new company and investor advocates
Support team leadership’s recruitment efforts with companies and investors
Represent Ceres at conferences, seminars, and meetings
Draft op-eds, sign-on letters, blogs, and tweets about state policy advocacy efforts
Prepare materials and prep participants for investor and business engagements with press and state lawmakers
Provide administrative, logistical, and writing support to the Manager and Senior Manager in recruitment of investors and businesses to engage in state level policy advocacy opportunities
Provide logistical support for policy-related conference calls, webinars, and events with businesses and investors
Coordinate with other program teams (such as Investor Network, Communications, Development, Electric Power and Transportation) as needed to accomplish organizational objectives.
Support organizing and logistical activities related to Ceres’ Annual Conference.
Support special projects of Policy team, as necessary.
Qualifications
Four to five years or more of direct experience working on climate, clean energy, and/or transportation policy issues, particularly at the state level.
Knowledge of climate, clean energy and clean transportation policies and current issues
Demonstrated ability to bring an advocacy perspective to both analysis and corporate engagement and to make clear recommendations for actions and next steps.
Substantial expertise on environmental and/or energy issues.
Demonstrated project management skills of multiple, complex activities or events.
Planning expertise and delivering projects on deadline and within time and resource budgets. Attention to detail is required.
Strong oral and written communication skills as well as effective presentation style.
Able to present a professional and confident demeanor with senior level professionals
Sound judgment, sensitivity to diverse constituencies, excellent interpersonal skills, proven ability to demonstrate initiative and motivation.
Demonstrated initiative and willingness to take on projects that support the success of the team and Ceres.
Desire to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work as part of a team and take a collaborative approach, and to deliver independent projects.
Ability to bring a positive outlook and energetic commitment to working at Ceres on a daily basis.
Willingness to travel as needed to accomplish duties noted above.
Proficient with word-processing, spreadsheet, presentation, database, social media and e-mail computer applications (Salesforce, Google Suite, 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, cover letter, two writing samples, and a list of three references, as well as complete the additional information as instructed.
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.
Sep 24, 2019
Full time
Senior Associate, State Policy
Organization
Ceres is a sustainability nonprofit organization leading the most influential investors and companies to build leadership and drive solutions throughout the economy. Through powerful networks and advocacy, Ceres 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 ).
Description & Responsibilities
The Senior Associate, Policy position supports Ceres’ policy work, with a focus on U.S. Northeastern state-level climate and clean energy policy and engagement of business and investor voices in those states. This a full-time position, based in Boston, MA. This position is designed for a highly motivated, self-starter looking to be an advocate for Ceres’ policy goals. The position will report to the Manager, State Policy.
Specific duties include, but are not limited to the following:
Support the Manager, State Policy in the development of regional strategy for engaging Northeastern states in team’s overall state policy vision.
Identify policy priorities in Northeastern states, develop annual plan for policy engagement, and execute plan
Track key developments related to Northeastern state energy, climate and transportation policy
Continuously improve knowledge of state-level climate, electric power sector and clean transportation policies
Use earned media, advocacy days, national meetings, direct engagement with policymakers, and other strategies to impact state policy outcomes
Develop and maintain relationships with external partners and in-state allies (local non-profits, communications firms, lobbyists, etc.) such as monthly state coordination calls
Identify opportunities to leverage state policy work to recruit new company and investor advocates
Support team leadership’s recruitment efforts with companies and investors
Represent Ceres at conferences, seminars, and meetings
Draft op-eds, sign-on letters, blogs, and tweets about state policy advocacy efforts
Prepare materials and prep participants for investor and business engagements with press and state lawmakers
Provide administrative, logistical, and writing support to the Manager and Senior Manager in recruitment of investors and businesses to engage in state level policy advocacy opportunities
Provide logistical support for policy-related conference calls, webinars, and events with businesses and investors
Coordinate with other program teams (such as Investor Network, Communications, Development, Electric Power and Transportation) as needed to accomplish organizational objectives.
Support organizing and logistical activities related to Ceres’ Annual Conference.
Support special projects of Policy team, as necessary.
Qualifications
Four to five years or more of direct experience working on climate, clean energy, and/or transportation policy issues, particularly at the state level.
Knowledge of climate, clean energy and clean transportation policies and current issues
Demonstrated ability to bring an advocacy perspective to both analysis and corporate engagement and to make clear recommendations for actions and next steps.
Substantial expertise on environmental and/or energy issues.
Demonstrated project management skills of multiple, complex activities or events.
Planning expertise and delivering projects on deadline and within time and resource budgets. Attention to detail is required.
Strong oral and written communication skills as well as effective presentation style.
Able to present a professional and confident demeanor with senior level professionals
Sound judgment, sensitivity to diverse constituencies, excellent interpersonal skills, proven ability to demonstrate initiative and motivation.
Demonstrated initiative and willingness to take on projects that support the success of the team and Ceres.
Desire to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work as part of a team and take a collaborative approach, and to deliver independent projects.
Ability to bring a positive outlook and energetic commitment to working at Ceres on a daily basis.
Willingness to travel as needed to accomplish duties noted above.
Proficient with word-processing, spreadsheet, presentation, database, social media and e-mail computer applications (Salesforce, Google Suite, 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, cover letter, two writing samples, and a list of three references, as well as complete the additional information as instructed.
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.
Senior Manager, Water and Agriculture
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 web site ( www.ceres.org ).
Description & Responsibilities
Ceres’ Water Program seeks to protect freshwater resources by changing the way the world’s largest economic actors value and manage water. Ceres accelerates private sector leadership on water protection through cutting-edge research, investor mobilization, corporate engagement and advocacy. We are hiring a Senior Manager to lead Ceres’ efforts to influence the largest food sector companies to mitigate the water impacts and increase the resiliency of their agricultural supply chains. In this role, the Senior Manager will lead a team working with investors and food companies to advance the adoption of agricultural practices that protect freshwater. This is a full-time position, based in Boston, MA, that will report to the Water Program Director and partners with a number of program teams at Ceres.
Specific duties include, but are not limited to the following:
Overall responsibility for success of this initiative, including strategy development, execution and fundraising.
Develop and oversee strategies for mobilizing investors to engage companies in high water impact sectors, with an initial focus on the food and agriculture sector.
Engage directly with food sector companies, including Ceres Company Network members, on opportunities for improving their management of water risk.
Manage the production, release and distribution of research reports and related blog posts and articles.
Supervise and mentor staff that contribute to this initiative, including current full-time staff and relevant consultants and interns.
Serve as an internal resource and external spokesperson for Ceres’ water and agriculture related work, representing Ceres as a speaker at conferences and events, on webinars and dialogue meetings with companies, investors and stakeholders.
Work in partnership with the Water Program Director and the Development team to draft and edit fundraising proposals and reports and to manage relationships with current and prospective funders.
Manage the budget for this initiative and oversee all expenditures.
Work across Ceres teams, with a particular focus on the Food & Forests, Investor Network, and Company Network programs, as well as non-programmatic teams.
Manage planning related to this initiative for the Ceres annual conference program and other events to educate stakeholders on water.
Support the implementation and development of program management systems including developing goals, tracking KPIs and evaluating the results and progress of the program.
Assure that programmatic strategies maximize the impacts of our work through a lens of social and racial equity.
Qualifications
Minimum of seven years of work experience.
Substantial experience working with or within private sector institutions on environmental sustainability/sustainable agriculture.
Substantial expertise on environmental sustainability issues, with a preference for expertise in freshwater sustainability, soil health and sustainable agriculture.
An understanding of the following entities; corporations, large-scale agricultural operations, investment firms, financial institutions, or institutional investors.
Strong writing and research skills.
Effective presentation style and excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong project management skills and attention to detail.
Experience managing within budgets and making trade-off decisions.
Sound judgment, sensitivity to diverse constituencies, excellent interpersonal skills, strong initiative and motivation.
Experience cultivating effective supervisory relationships (across gender identify, race ethnicity, and socio-economic background) with direct reports.
Desire to work in a not-for-profit, advocacy-focused organization.
Willingness to travel as needed to accomplish duties noted above.
Proficient with word-processing, spreadsheet, presentation, database, and e-mail computer applications.
How to Apply
We encourage all applicants to review our website to familiarize themselves with Ceres before applying: www.ceres.org . If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a resume, cover letter, and a list of three references, as well as complete the additional information as instructed.
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.
Sep 24, 2019
Full time
Senior Manager, Water and Agriculture
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 web site ( www.ceres.org ).
Description & Responsibilities
Ceres’ Water Program seeks to protect freshwater resources by changing the way the world’s largest economic actors value and manage water. Ceres accelerates private sector leadership on water protection through cutting-edge research, investor mobilization, corporate engagement and advocacy. We are hiring a Senior Manager to lead Ceres’ efforts to influence the largest food sector companies to mitigate the water impacts and increase the resiliency of their agricultural supply chains. In this role, the Senior Manager will lead a team working with investors and food companies to advance the adoption of agricultural practices that protect freshwater. This is a full-time position, based in Boston, MA, that will report to the Water Program Director and partners with a number of program teams at Ceres.
Specific duties include, but are not limited to the following:
Overall responsibility for success of this initiative, including strategy development, execution and fundraising.
Develop and oversee strategies for mobilizing investors to engage companies in high water impact sectors, with an initial focus on the food and agriculture sector.
Engage directly with food sector companies, including Ceres Company Network members, on opportunities for improving their management of water risk.
Manage the production, release and distribution of research reports and related blog posts and articles.
Supervise and mentor staff that contribute to this initiative, including current full-time staff and relevant consultants and interns.
Serve as an internal resource and external spokesperson for Ceres’ water and agriculture related work, representing Ceres as a speaker at conferences and events, on webinars and dialogue meetings with companies, investors and stakeholders.
Work in partnership with the Water Program Director and the Development team to draft and edit fundraising proposals and reports and to manage relationships with current and prospective funders.
Manage the budget for this initiative and oversee all expenditures.
Work across Ceres teams, with a particular focus on the Food & Forests, Investor Network, and Company Network programs, as well as non-programmatic teams.
Manage planning related to this initiative for the Ceres annual conference program and other events to educate stakeholders on water.
Support the implementation and development of program management systems including developing goals, tracking KPIs and evaluating the results and progress of the program.
Assure that programmatic strategies maximize the impacts of our work through a lens of social and racial equity.
Qualifications
Minimum of seven years of work experience.
Substantial experience working with or within private sector institutions on environmental sustainability/sustainable agriculture.
Substantial expertise on environmental sustainability issues, with a preference for expertise in freshwater sustainability, soil health and sustainable agriculture.
An understanding of the following entities; corporations, large-scale agricultural operations, investment firms, financial institutions, or institutional investors.
Strong writing and research skills.
Effective presentation style and excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong project management skills and attention to detail.
Experience managing within budgets and making trade-off decisions.
Sound judgment, sensitivity to diverse constituencies, excellent interpersonal skills, strong initiative and motivation.
Experience cultivating effective supervisory relationships (across gender identify, race ethnicity, and socio-economic background) with direct reports.
Desire to work in a not-for-profit, advocacy-focused organization.
Willingness to travel as needed to accomplish duties noted above.
Proficient with word-processing, spreadsheet, presentation, database, and e-mail computer applications.
How to Apply
We encourage all applicants to review our website to familiarize themselves with Ceres before applying: www.ceres.org . If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a resume, cover letter, and a list of three references, as well as complete the additional information as instructed.
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.
Nonprofit Professionals Advisory Group
Remote (New Orleans, LA, USA)
The W.K. Kellogg Foundation (WKKF), a leading national philanthropy helping communities create the conditions children need to thrive, is seeking nominations and applications for a Program Officer for its U.S. Southern Programs, serving communities in Mississippi & New Orleans. In recent years the foundation has sharpened its focus on improving conditions for vulnerable children, concentrating on three key factors of success and their intersections: education and learning; food, health and well-being; and family economic security. WKKF partners closely with community stakeholders and policy makers to co-create a network of organizations working together to advance economic stability, racial equity, and community and civic engagement, while increasing access to quality education, healthy food, and medical care for children and families in need.
Working in partnership across the two team offices for U.S. Southern Programs led by Director Rhea Williams-Bishop and with WKKF national staff, the Program Officer will provide leadership and oversight for on-the-ground execution of program efforts that nurture opportunities for achieving positive systemic change for better education, health, and economic outcomes for children and their families throughout Mississippi and in New Orleans. The Mississippi & New Orleans team works from base offices in Jackson and New Orleans and is a critical place-based team at the foundation for the region. Particular areas of interest for this role include economic development along the Gulf Coast; food systems, food access, and food entrepreneurship in rural and urban communities; and how these focus areas intersect with local industries (e.g., shipping, chemicals, energy, tourism, and seafood), environmental concerns, local entrepreneurship, and employment equity. The new Program Officer will leverage deep expertise in food systems and economic equity to screen and recommend grants for funding, conduct site visits, manage and monitor a portfolio of grant programs aligned with the foundation’s strategic framework, and collaborate within the programs team and across the foundation to develop a more interdisciplinary approach to grantmaking. The Program Officer will maintain strong, authentic relationships with grant seekers and grantees and act as a spokesperson for the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, effectively communicating the foundation’s goal of partnering with communities to improve the well-being of children and their families.
The ideal candidate will be committed to the values and mission of the foundation and have expertise and leadership experience in food systems, policy, and/or economic development. She/He/They will be knowledgeable about the intersections between food systems and food-based entrepreneurship, labor markets, and workforce development. The Program Officer will also have an understanding of and appreciation for the impact of the private sector and the role of the public sector in alleviating racial and economic disparities in urban and rural economies. Familiarity and experience with grantmaking is a plus, but is not required. She/He/They will have a deep and comprehensive understanding of program execution and development. The Program Officer will have both cultural fluency and networks in the Deep South, the Gulf Coast, the Delta region, and on the national level. The Program Officer will curate a portfolio that is reflective of, and responsive to, the needs of communities and grassroots leaders along the Gulf Coast, including Biloxi and New Orleans, and in rural areas in Mississippi and Louisiana as well. She/He/They will possess a strong team orientation, a high tolerance for ambiguity, the ability to adapt quickly to change, and a record of success in working effectively with persons from diverse cultural, social, and ethnic backgrounds.
This search is being conducted by NPAG . Application instructions can be found at the end of this document.
HISTORY AND MISSION
In 1930, breakfast cereal pioneer Will Keith Kellogg donated $66 million in Kellogg Company stock and other investments “to help people help themselves,” launching the W.K. Kellogg Foundation. The foundation began its work in Michigan, but by the 1940s had expanded its work internationally and was breaking ground in areas such as rural children’s health, “mainstreaming” children with disabilities, and the development of the healthcare profession. By its 50th anniversary, the foundation was among the world’s largest private philanthropic organizations. Its mission reflects the foundation’s core priorities of thriving children, working families, and equitable communities, and the dynamic connection between the three.
“The W.K. Kellogg Foundation supports children, families, and communities as they strengthen and create conditions that propel vulnerable children to achieve success as individuals and as contributors to the larger community and society.”
To advance this mission, the W.K. Kellogg Foundation created a framework supported by an innovative matrixed organizational design to prioritize investment decisions and maximize effectiveness toward achieving the desired ends and improvements for children and their families. This new framework supports disciplined choices toward targeted outcomes and stronger alignment across programs. It is a focused and networked approach to strategic programming that relies on close cross-foundation collaboration and agile teams to leverage human capital and knowledge resources to positively impact vulnerable children, families, and communities. Across bodies of work, the foundation implements an array of change-making tools – grantmaking, impact investing, contracting, networking and convenings – to ensure progress. A commitment to racial equity, community engagement, and leadership development are woven into each endeavor as essential to the creation of a social context in which all children can thrive, particularly the most vulnerable.
W.K. KELLOGG FOUNDATION: MISSISSIPPI & NEW ORLEANS
The foundation’s relationship with grantees in Mississippi and New Orleans dates back to 1942, and is rooted in eliminating educational disparities, poor health outcomes, pockets of poverty, and the enduring racial inequities that impede children’s healthy development and limit opportunities for their parents. Grants in Mississippi are concentrated in the East Biloxi region, the city of Jackson, and Sunflower County. The foundation’s work in New Orleans intensified in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina as it joined other stakeholders in rebuilding the city. Grants are made New Orleans-wide through a racial equity lens; focusing investments on creating a child-centered city with high quality early education and childcare, engaged parents and communities, healthy and safe environments, and economically secure families.
The new Program Officer will join a multidisciplinary team and will work collaboratively to support a grantmaking strategy that improves conditions for children, families, and communities, particularly in the Gulf Region.
Grantee Highlights Relative to this Position Include:
Refill Café
Refill Café is a workforce-training program designed to support Jackson’s most vulnerable young adults, particularly opportunity youth aged 18-24 years, who are disconnected from the workforce and education systems. Refill Café creates opportunities and links graduates of each cohort to career pathways, mostly in the restaurant and hospitality industries through active employer engagement. Refill Café also promotes healthy food access and community resiliency through an array of services, ranging from social services, connections to educational opportunities, and mentoring.
Restaurant Opportunities Center United (ROC)
ROC works around the nation to raise public awareness and knowledge about working conditions and sub-par, exploitative wages in the restaurant industry. ROC works with advocacy, faith-based, and community-based organizations, as well as employer partners to increase mobility in the industry and to be supportive of workers and their families. Their ultimate goal is to build a high road to better working conditions for restaurant workers in Mississippi.
National Center for Appropriate Technology, Inc. (NCAT)
NCAT focuses on improving health outcomes for vulnerable children and their families by increasing access to healthy food and integrating efforts to transform local food systems in Mississippi. The ultimate goal is to achieve greater strategic, collective impact, and catalyze systemic change through collaborative work. NCAT provides training and technical assistance to community-based organizations and grassroots, community-led efforts.
MS Farm to School Network
The MS Farm to School Network is a statewide organization with a focus on Jackson, Sunflower County, and Biloxi. MSF2SN provides technical assistance and capacity building options for partners in these communities to build farm to school/early childhood education programs, including support to minority farmers looking for new markets through enterprise development and small business entrepreneurship.
Hope Enterprise Corporation
Hope’s mission is to strengthen communities, build assets and improve lives in economically distressed areas of the Mid-South by providing access to high-quality financial products and related services. In Mississippi, Hope explores innovative models of sustainable operations that will increase access to fresh, healthy foods for the city of Drew, Mississippi by conducting site visits to other rural grocery stores in the South.
Gulf Coast Community Foundation, Inc
This foundation seeks to enhance employment equity, quality early childhood education, and health outcomes for children and families in East Biloxi, Mississippi. WKKF’s funding enabled the foundation to complete an updated community needs assessment and then implement the recommended actions from this assessment.
Liberty’s Kitchen, Inc
WKKF provides general operating support to enable this organization in achieving its mission to provide youth in New Orleans with a path to self-sufficiency through food service-based training and leadership and work-readiness programs.
For more information on the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, please visit: wkkf.org .
OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES FACING THE PROGRAM OFFICER
The Southern Pod for WKKF consists of an extraordinary team of individuals that is passionate about eradicating social disparities and improving well-being for all children. The new Program Officer will not only be a critical member of the Southern Pod team, but will also be part of a closely connected cross-disciplinary transnational team executing the foundation’s work across the country and internationally by sharing best practices and aligning resources, approaches, and assessments of grantmaking to drive solutions for systemic social change.
The new Program Officer for Mississippi & New Orleans will engage in the following challenges and opportunities:
Lead programmatic strategy and serve as a thought partner to senior leadership of the foundation to address significant questions that affect children and their families. WKKF’s team, in partnership with policy makers, business leaders, nonprofit stakeholders, and citizen communities, is exploring significant questions such as: How can we develop an understanding of the disparities in access to government support and private capital between affluent and less affluent farmers and business owners in the Gulf Coast and the Delta in Mississippi? What can be done to address this disparity? How do we assess and address food insecurity? How can local underrepresented farmers and food suppliers contribute to the solution? How do we develop expertise in the relationships between food quality and access, agricultural and industrial economies, climate change realities, and systemic inequities? How might we better connect people of color living in the Gulf Coast and in the Delta to viable and equitable food procurement options? Who are the current and emerging leaders in New Orleans and Mississippi who can contribute to this solution?
Leverage the existing influence and expertise of the foundation to address inequities in food availability, quality, and security, and how those inequities interlock with economic inequity. The new Program Officer will be a co-strategist in partnership with Director Rhea Williams-Bishop, members of the Mississippi and New Orleans team, and colleagues across the foundation in assessing the needs of the region and developing strategies to promote food security and reducing economic inequity. Collaborating throughout the foundation’s matrixed structure, he/she/they will expand and deepen the foundation’s work in food systems and its intersection with economic inequity. This work will likely include a robust learning phase with the grantees, policy makers, and community stakeholders in the Gulf Coast, the Delta, and throughout Mississippi and Louisiana.
Provide leadership and oversight for on-the-ground execution of program efforts that are aligned and integrated with the unified mission and vision of the foundation. The new Program Officer will develop a strong network of key stakeholders, policy makers, community and business leaders, and grantees that support the foundation’s mission and inform and advance its work in Mississippi and New Orleans, with a particular focus on the Gulf Coast. The Program Officer will further shape the Mississippi and New Orleans team’s work in these areas as it relates to enhancing the well-being of children and families in the region.
Collaborate with and support prospective and existing grantees in developing funding strategies, requests, and plans towards systems change in policy making and advocacy for food and economic security. The Program Officer will provide robust technical assistance to grantees through conducting site visits, consulting on model development, partnership negotiations, leadership capacity building, and coaching. She/He/They will use culturally-sound public and interpersonal communication strategies in both formal and informal engagements with grantees. The Program Officer will identify and recommend grantmaking opportunities that leverage WKKF investments for maximum impact in creating systemic change and maintaining strong, authentic relationships with grant seekers and grantees, thus ensuring the mutual understanding of direction, goals, and expectations.
Build public goodwill and awareness of issues affecting vulnerable children and families. The Program Officer will serve as a credible, articulate representative and spokesperson for WKKF in communicating the foundation’s strategic direction and funding interests. She/He/They will recognize that learning is a multi-directional process and will approach internal and external relationships with a learning posture. The Program Officer will collaborate across the foundation to cultivate and share the foundation’s knowledge and learning among peers, grantees, and other key audiences.
Identify and nurture opportunities for affecting positive systemic change. The Program Officer will join a team responsible for grantmaking locally and nationally, specifically to advance key campaigns for health equity. These campaigns will include increased access to healthy, affordable food and equity for farmers and other food entrepreneurs of color. She/He/They will build and sustain relationships with and convene both established and emergent leaders doing food systems work in Mississippi and New Orleans.
Create learning communities and collaborative networks amongst grantees and partners; develop and manage learning and evaluation components for grants; and cultivate a wide breadth and depth of knowledge about trends and innovative best practices in food systems work. The Program Officer will work closely with WKKF’s Learning and Impact team to incorporate assessment components into program efforts to measure progress and impact. She/He/They will document and circulate lessons learned from grant investments, networking meetings, and other foundation-related activities. The Program Officer will work collaboratively across the foundation to identify and prioritize the highest value knowledge and learnings, especially around how food systems work is relevant to early childhood education, economic development, racial equity, maternal and child health, and employment equity.
QUALIFICATIONS OF THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
While no one person will embody all the qualities enumerated below, the ideal candidate will possess many of the following professional and personal abilities, attributes and experiences:
A minimum of eight years of significant work experience, ideally in food systems or a similar field as it relates to economic equity and access for children and families. Experience with agricultural and industrial workers and businesses and rural economic development as they relate to food access is a plus. A Master’s degree in a field relevant to the foundation’s priorities in Mississippi and New Orleans is preferred;
Demonstrated flexible, multidisciplinary thinking required to address key issues facing children and families in the region, particularly food insecurity, disparities in access to government programs, unemployment/underemployment, and racial discrimination; the drive to shape and inform the work based on the immediate issues and opportunities found in communities; an understanding of the broad social and economic forces that affect communities and families and shape programming efforts; a holistic and multi-dimensional approach to leadership development, organizational change, and community transformation;
Sophisticated understanding of the educational and economic disparities in the region, especially the Gulf Coast and the Mississippi Delta, and the related policy landscapes and the enduring legacy of racism; the ability to successfully navigate the various legal, social, and political forces at play within the federal, state, and local governance systems;
Expertise in philanthropy’s role in developing policies to sustain program success and identifying the current trends, movements, best practices, and emerging opportunities to advance and magnify philanthropic investments;
Extensive and nuanced cultural fluency with deep, trust-filled relationships in relevant communities across the region served by the foundation’s U.S. Southern Programs; experience collaborating with grassroots leaders and a clear understanding of the needs of local constituencies;
Capacity to develop and implement impactful programs and to effectively communicate conceptual program frameworks to grant-seekers and grantees; a deep and comprehensive understanding of program design and development, systems, networking, and community change;
Demonstrated success in forging and stewarding partnerships with the private sector, government agencies, foundations, policy makers, community organizations, and other stakeholders in economic development, education, and health outcomes for children and families;
The knowledge and sensitivity to effectively work with and support vulnerable communities, including the appreciation for historical context, discernment of relationship nuances and power dynamics, and understanding of social, racial, and ethnic realities;
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement programs that have sustainable impact; ability to think globally while working locally; and the potential to represent WKKF to a variety of stakeholders and intermediaries in a credible and influential way and with a selfless manner focusing on values and the greater good;
Successful experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team and working effectively with persons from diverse cultural, social, and ethnic backgrounds; willingness to set aside a personal agenda in favor of organizational and community goals and objectives;
Strong relationship building and communication skills; the ability to have authentic dialogue around sensitive issues including funding priorities, WKKF expectations, and community concerns; highly developed emotional intelligence and active listening skills; the ability to use interpersonal and political skills in collaborative, diplomatic ways;
Excellent writing, editing, analytical, and oral communication skills including the ability to collect, review, synthesize, and present information and findings;
A strong record of multitasking and meeting deadlines within designated timeframes, as well as demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities; strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail with the ability to work independently, take initiative, and contribute ideas for enhancing performance;
An optimistic outlook and the humor, integrity, and patience necessary to work within a transformative environment; and
The ability to travel approximately 50 percent of the time in the Gulf Region is required; presence in the New Orleans or Jackson offices as needed; monthly attendance on-site at the Battle Creek headquarters to facilitate interaction and synthesis of the grantmaking programs is also required.
APPLICATIONS AND NOMINATIONS
This search is being assisted by Katherine Jacobs, Erica Nicole Richardson, and Courtney Thomas of NPAG . Due to the pace of the search, candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Applications including a cover letter describing your interest and qualifications, your resume (in Word or PDF format) and where you learned of the position should be sent to: WKKF-POFS@nonprofitprofessionals.com . In order to expedite the internal sorting and reviewing process, please type your name (Last, First) as the only contents in the subject line of your e-mail.
The W.K. Kellogg Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and proudly values diversity. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Sep 11, 2019
Full time
The W.K. Kellogg Foundation (WKKF), a leading national philanthropy helping communities create the conditions children need to thrive, is seeking nominations and applications for a Program Officer for its U.S. Southern Programs, serving communities in Mississippi & New Orleans. In recent years the foundation has sharpened its focus on improving conditions for vulnerable children, concentrating on three key factors of success and their intersections: education and learning; food, health and well-being; and family economic security. WKKF partners closely with community stakeholders and policy makers to co-create a network of organizations working together to advance economic stability, racial equity, and community and civic engagement, while increasing access to quality education, healthy food, and medical care for children and families in need.
Working in partnership across the two team offices for U.S. Southern Programs led by Director Rhea Williams-Bishop and with WKKF national staff, the Program Officer will provide leadership and oversight for on-the-ground execution of program efforts that nurture opportunities for achieving positive systemic change for better education, health, and economic outcomes for children and their families throughout Mississippi and in New Orleans. The Mississippi & New Orleans team works from base offices in Jackson and New Orleans and is a critical place-based team at the foundation for the region. Particular areas of interest for this role include economic development along the Gulf Coast; food systems, food access, and food entrepreneurship in rural and urban communities; and how these focus areas intersect with local industries (e.g., shipping, chemicals, energy, tourism, and seafood), environmental concerns, local entrepreneurship, and employment equity. The new Program Officer will leverage deep expertise in food systems and economic equity to screen and recommend grants for funding, conduct site visits, manage and monitor a portfolio of grant programs aligned with the foundation’s strategic framework, and collaborate within the programs team and across the foundation to develop a more interdisciplinary approach to grantmaking. The Program Officer will maintain strong, authentic relationships with grant seekers and grantees and act as a spokesperson for the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, effectively communicating the foundation’s goal of partnering with communities to improve the well-being of children and their families.
The ideal candidate will be committed to the values and mission of the foundation and have expertise and leadership experience in food systems, policy, and/or economic development. She/He/They will be knowledgeable about the intersections between food systems and food-based entrepreneurship, labor markets, and workforce development. The Program Officer will also have an understanding of and appreciation for the impact of the private sector and the role of the public sector in alleviating racial and economic disparities in urban and rural economies. Familiarity and experience with grantmaking is a plus, but is not required. She/He/They will have a deep and comprehensive understanding of program execution and development. The Program Officer will have both cultural fluency and networks in the Deep South, the Gulf Coast, the Delta region, and on the national level. The Program Officer will curate a portfolio that is reflective of, and responsive to, the needs of communities and grassroots leaders along the Gulf Coast, including Biloxi and New Orleans, and in rural areas in Mississippi and Louisiana as well. She/He/They will possess a strong team orientation, a high tolerance for ambiguity, the ability to adapt quickly to change, and a record of success in working effectively with persons from diverse cultural, social, and ethnic backgrounds.
This search is being conducted by NPAG . Application instructions can be found at the end of this document.
HISTORY AND MISSION
In 1930, breakfast cereal pioneer Will Keith Kellogg donated $66 million in Kellogg Company stock and other investments “to help people help themselves,” launching the W.K. Kellogg Foundation. The foundation began its work in Michigan, but by the 1940s had expanded its work internationally and was breaking ground in areas such as rural children’s health, “mainstreaming” children with disabilities, and the development of the healthcare profession. By its 50th anniversary, the foundation was among the world’s largest private philanthropic organizations. Its mission reflects the foundation’s core priorities of thriving children, working families, and equitable communities, and the dynamic connection between the three.
“The W.K. Kellogg Foundation supports children, families, and communities as they strengthen and create conditions that propel vulnerable children to achieve success as individuals and as contributors to the larger community and society.”
To advance this mission, the W.K. Kellogg Foundation created a framework supported by an innovative matrixed organizational design to prioritize investment decisions and maximize effectiveness toward achieving the desired ends and improvements for children and their families. This new framework supports disciplined choices toward targeted outcomes and stronger alignment across programs. It is a focused and networked approach to strategic programming that relies on close cross-foundation collaboration and agile teams to leverage human capital and knowledge resources to positively impact vulnerable children, families, and communities. Across bodies of work, the foundation implements an array of change-making tools – grantmaking, impact investing, contracting, networking and convenings – to ensure progress. A commitment to racial equity, community engagement, and leadership development are woven into each endeavor as essential to the creation of a social context in which all children can thrive, particularly the most vulnerable.
W.K. KELLOGG FOUNDATION: MISSISSIPPI & NEW ORLEANS
The foundation’s relationship with grantees in Mississippi and New Orleans dates back to 1942, and is rooted in eliminating educational disparities, poor health outcomes, pockets of poverty, and the enduring racial inequities that impede children’s healthy development and limit opportunities for their parents. Grants in Mississippi are concentrated in the East Biloxi region, the city of Jackson, and Sunflower County. The foundation’s work in New Orleans intensified in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina as it joined other stakeholders in rebuilding the city. Grants are made New Orleans-wide through a racial equity lens; focusing investments on creating a child-centered city with high quality early education and childcare, engaged parents and communities, healthy and safe environments, and economically secure families.
The new Program Officer will join a multidisciplinary team and will work collaboratively to support a grantmaking strategy that improves conditions for children, families, and communities, particularly in the Gulf Region.
Grantee Highlights Relative to this Position Include:
Refill Café
Refill Café is a workforce-training program designed to support Jackson’s most vulnerable young adults, particularly opportunity youth aged 18-24 years, who are disconnected from the workforce and education systems. Refill Café creates opportunities and links graduates of each cohort to career pathways, mostly in the restaurant and hospitality industries through active employer engagement. Refill Café also promotes healthy food access and community resiliency through an array of services, ranging from social services, connections to educational opportunities, and mentoring.
Restaurant Opportunities Center United (ROC)
ROC works around the nation to raise public awareness and knowledge about working conditions and sub-par, exploitative wages in the restaurant industry. ROC works with advocacy, faith-based, and community-based organizations, as well as employer partners to increase mobility in the industry and to be supportive of workers and their families. Their ultimate goal is to build a high road to better working conditions for restaurant workers in Mississippi.
National Center for Appropriate Technology, Inc. (NCAT)
NCAT focuses on improving health outcomes for vulnerable children and their families by increasing access to healthy food and integrating efforts to transform local food systems in Mississippi. The ultimate goal is to achieve greater strategic, collective impact, and catalyze systemic change through collaborative work. NCAT provides training and technical assistance to community-based organizations and grassroots, community-led efforts.
MS Farm to School Network
The MS Farm to School Network is a statewide organization with a focus on Jackson, Sunflower County, and Biloxi. MSF2SN provides technical assistance and capacity building options for partners in these communities to build farm to school/early childhood education programs, including support to minority farmers looking for new markets through enterprise development and small business entrepreneurship.
Hope Enterprise Corporation
Hope’s mission is to strengthen communities, build assets and improve lives in economically distressed areas of the Mid-South by providing access to high-quality financial products and related services. In Mississippi, Hope explores innovative models of sustainable operations that will increase access to fresh, healthy foods for the city of Drew, Mississippi by conducting site visits to other rural grocery stores in the South.
Gulf Coast Community Foundation, Inc
This foundation seeks to enhance employment equity, quality early childhood education, and health outcomes for children and families in East Biloxi, Mississippi. WKKF’s funding enabled the foundation to complete an updated community needs assessment and then implement the recommended actions from this assessment.
Liberty’s Kitchen, Inc
WKKF provides general operating support to enable this organization in achieving its mission to provide youth in New Orleans with a path to self-sufficiency through food service-based training and leadership and work-readiness programs.
For more information on the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, please visit: wkkf.org .
OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES FACING THE PROGRAM OFFICER
The Southern Pod for WKKF consists of an extraordinary team of individuals that is passionate about eradicating social disparities and improving well-being for all children. The new Program Officer will not only be a critical member of the Southern Pod team, but will also be part of a closely connected cross-disciplinary transnational team executing the foundation’s work across the country and internationally by sharing best practices and aligning resources, approaches, and assessments of grantmaking to drive solutions for systemic social change.
The new Program Officer for Mississippi & New Orleans will engage in the following challenges and opportunities:
Lead programmatic strategy and serve as a thought partner to senior leadership of the foundation to address significant questions that affect children and their families. WKKF’s team, in partnership with policy makers, business leaders, nonprofit stakeholders, and citizen communities, is exploring significant questions such as: How can we develop an understanding of the disparities in access to government support and private capital between affluent and less affluent farmers and business owners in the Gulf Coast and the Delta in Mississippi? What can be done to address this disparity? How do we assess and address food insecurity? How can local underrepresented farmers and food suppliers contribute to the solution? How do we develop expertise in the relationships between food quality and access, agricultural and industrial economies, climate change realities, and systemic inequities? How might we better connect people of color living in the Gulf Coast and in the Delta to viable and equitable food procurement options? Who are the current and emerging leaders in New Orleans and Mississippi who can contribute to this solution?
Leverage the existing influence and expertise of the foundation to address inequities in food availability, quality, and security, and how those inequities interlock with economic inequity. The new Program Officer will be a co-strategist in partnership with Director Rhea Williams-Bishop, members of the Mississippi and New Orleans team, and colleagues across the foundation in assessing the needs of the region and developing strategies to promote food security and reducing economic inequity. Collaborating throughout the foundation’s matrixed structure, he/she/they will expand and deepen the foundation’s work in food systems and its intersection with economic inequity. This work will likely include a robust learning phase with the grantees, policy makers, and community stakeholders in the Gulf Coast, the Delta, and throughout Mississippi and Louisiana.
Provide leadership and oversight for on-the-ground execution of program efforts that are aligned and integrated with the unified mission and vision of the foundation. The new Program Officer will develop a strong network of key stakeholders, policy makers, community and business leaders, and grantees that support the foundation’s mission and inform and advance its work in Mississippi and New Orleans, with a particular focus on the Gulf Coast. The Program Officer will further shape the Mississippi and New Orleans team’s work in these areas as it relates to enhancing the well-being of children and families in the region.
Collaborate with and support prospective and existing grantees in developing funding strategies, requests, and plans towards systems change in policy making and advocacy for food and economic security. The Program Officer will provide robust technical assistance to grantees through conducting site visits, consulting on model development, partnership negotiations, leadership capacity building, and coaching. She/He/They will use culturally-sound public and interpersonal communication strategies in both formal and informal engagements with grantees. The Program Officer will identify and recommend grantmaking opportunities that leverage WKKF investments for maximum impact in creating systemic change and maintaining strong, authentic relationships with grant seekers and grantees, thus ensuring the mutual understanding of direction, goals, and expectations.
Build public goodwill and awareness of issues affecting vulnerable children and families. The Program Officer will serve as a credible, articulate representative and spokesperson for WKKF in communicating the foundation’s strategic direction and funding interests. She/He/They will recognize that learning is a multi-directional process and will approach internal and external relationships with a learning posture. The Program Officer will collaborate across the foundation to cultivate and share the foundation’s knowledge and learning among peers, grantees, and other key audiences.
Identify and nurture opportunities for affecting positive systemic change. The Program Officer will join a team responsible for grantmaking locally and nationally, specifically to advance key campaigns for health equity. These campaigns will include increased access to healthy, affordable food and equity for farmers and other food entrepreneurs of color. She/He/They will build and sustain relationships with and convene both established and emergent leaders doing food systems work in Mississippi and New Orleans.
Create learning communities and collaborative networks amongst grantees and partners; develop and manage learning and evaluation components for grants; and cultivate a wide breadth and depth of knowledge about trends and innovative best practices in food systems work. The Program Officer will work closely with WKKF’s Learning and Impact team to incorporate assessment components into program efforts to measure progress and impact. She/He/They will document and circulate lessons learned from grant investments, networking meetings, and other foundation-related activities. The Program Officer will work collaboratively across the foundation to identify and prioritize the highest value knowledge and learnings, especially around how food systems work is relevant to early childhood education, economic development, racial equity, maternal and child health, and employment equity.
QUALIFICATIONS OF THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
While no one person will embody all the qualities enumerated below, the ideal candidate will possess many of the following professional and personal abilities, attributes and experiences:
A minimum of eight years of significant work experience, ideally in food systems or a similar field as it relates to economic equity and access for children and families. Experience with agricultural and industrial workers and businesses and rural economic development as they relate to food access is a plus. A Master’s degree in a field relevant to the foundation’s priorities in Mississippi and New Orleans is preferred;
Demonstrated flexible, multidisciplinary thinking required to address key issues facing children and families in the region, particularly food insecurity, disparities in access to government programs, unemployment/underemployment, and racial discrimination; the drive to shape and inform the work based on the immediate issues and opportunities found in communities; an understanding of the broad social and economic forces that affect communities and families and shape programming efforts; a holistic and multi-dimensional approach to leadership development, organizational change, and community transformation;
Sophisticated understanding of the educational and economic disparities in the region, especially the Gulf Coast and the Mississippi Delta, and the related policy landscapes and the enduring legacy of racism; the ability to successfully navigate the various legal, social, and political forces at play within the federal, state, and local governance systems;
Expertise in philanthropy’s role in developing policies to sustain program success and identifying the current trends, movements, best practices, and emerging opportunities to advance and magnify philanthropic investments;
Extensive and nuanced cultural fluency with deep, trust-filled relationships in relevant communities across the region served by the foundation’s U.S. Southern Programs; experience collaborating with grassroots leaders and a clear understanding of the needs of local constituencies;
Capacity to develop and implement impactful programs and to effectively communicate conceptual program frameworks to grant-seekers and grantees; a deep and comprehensive understanding of program design and development, systems, networking, and community change;
Demonstrated success in forging and stewarding partnerships with the private sector, government agencies, foundations, policy makers, community organizations, and other stakeholders in economic development, education, and health outcomes for children and families;
The knowledge and sensitivity to effectively work with and support vulnerable communities, including the appreciation for historical context, discernment of relationship nuances and power dynamics, and understanding of social, racial, and ethnic realities;
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement programs that have sustainable impact; ability to think globally while working locally; and the potential to represent WKKF to a variety of stakeholders and intermediaries in a credible and influential way and with a selfless manner focusing on values and the greater good;
Successful experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team and working effectively with persons from diverse cultural, social, and ethnic backgrounds; willingness to set aside a personal agenda in favor of organizational and community goals and objectives;
Strong relationship building and communication skills; the ability to have authentic dialogue around sensitive issues including funding priorities, WKKF expectations, and community concerns; highly developed emotional intelligence and active listening skills; the ability to use interpersonal and political skills in collaborative, diplomatic ways;
Excellent writing, editing, analytical, and oral communication skills including the ability to collect, review, synthesize, and present information and findings;
A strong record of multitasking and meeting deadlines within designated timeframes, as well as demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities; strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail with the ability to work independently, take initiative, and contribute ideas for enhancing performance;
An optimistic outlook and the humor, integrity, and patience necessary to work within a transformative environment; and
The ability to travel approximately 50 percent of the time in the Gulf Region is required; presence in the New Orleans or Jackson offices as needed; monthly attendance on-site at the Battle Creek headquarters to facilitate interaction and synthesis of the grantmaking programs is also required.
APPLICATIONS AND NOMINATIONS
This search is being assisted by Katherine Jacobs, Erica Nicole Richardson, and Courtney Thomas of NPAG . Due to the pace of the search, candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Applications including a cover letter describing your interest and qualifications, your resume (in Word or PDF format) and where you learned of the position should be sent to: WKKF-POFS@nonprofitprofessionals.com . In order to expedite the internal sorting and reviewing process, please type your name (Last, First) as the only contents in the subject line of your e-mail.
The W.K. Kellogg Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and proudly values diversity. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
About Us
At KLJ, we love engineering, moving forward, and bringing ideas to life. Our work is more than a project, it's a long-term solution for the communities in which we live and work. We are committed to providing an exceptional experience to our customers – every project, every time. We reimagine what projects can be through innovative planning, design, and support of infrastructure projects of all shapes and sizes. Join our team and reimagine what your career can be.
Position Purpose
Provide environmental services for KLJ projects in a timely, accurate, and cost-effective manner.
Essential Functions
Manage projects or tasks for other projects worth a minimum of $250,000 in fees
Responsible for contracts, scope of services, schedules and budgets Review for Quality Assurance and Quality Control and ensure compliance with KLJ quality standards
Participate in and facilitate meetings with stakeholders and clients
Effectively deal with difficult situations and confrontation both internally and externally
Utilize effective written and oral communication
Responsibilities
Manage multiple project teams
Provide direction, review, and support to the group by leading projects; assuring proper practices and techniques
Confer with project team members and clients to lead, prepare, and participate in project proposals and interviews
Assist with and coordinate client management activities
May have supervisory responsibilities for group members and support staff including hiring, promoting, terminations, performance reviews, and training
Qualifications:
A four-year degree in Environmental studies or closely related field is required
Experience level is 6+ years
Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to operate motorized vehicles
Preferences:
Project management experience is required GIS training is highly desired
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.
The employee is regularly required to:
Sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl
Use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms
Talk or hear and communicate clearly
The employee must:
Be able to walk on uneven terrain up to ten miles per day
Frequently lift and move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 75 pounds
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Hours and Travel
This position requires the individual work 40+ hours per week with 95% of the time spent in the office and 5% in the field.
All applicants must be authorized to work in the US, without employer-sponsorship. KLJ does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas and does not participate in any OPT training program.
KLJ will not be partnering with third-party recruiters on this position. Please review our third-party recruiting policy at www.kljeng.com/careers .
Job Posting Close Date: 10/24/2019
Qualifications
Skills
Required
NEPA - Environmental Impact Statement Expert
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
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Oct 17, 2019
Full time
About Us
At KLJ, we love engineering, moving forward, and bringing ideas to life. Our work is more than a project, it's a long-term solution for the communities in which we live and work. We are committed to providing an exceptional experience to our customers – every project, every time. We reimagine what projects can be through innovative planning, design, and support of infrastructure projects of all shapes and sizes. Join our team and reimagine what your career can be.
Position Purpose
Provide environmental services for KLJ projects in a timely, accurate, and cost-effective manner.
Essential Functions
Manage projects or tasks for other projects worth a minimum of $250,000 in fees
Responsible for contracts, scope of services, schedules and budgets Review for Quality Assurance and Quality Control and ensure compliance with KLJ quality standards
Participate in and facilitate meetings with stakeholders and clients
Effectively deal with difficult situations and confrontation both internally and externally
Utilize effective written and oral communication
Responsibilities
Manage multiple project teams
Provide direction, review, and support to the group by leading projects; assuring proper practices and techniques
Confer with project team members and clients to lead, prepare, and participate in project proposals and interviews
Assist with and coordinate client management activities
May have supervisory responsibilities for group members and support staff including hiring, promoting, terminations, performance reviews, and training
Qualifications:
A four-year degree in Environmental studies or closely related field is required
Experience level is 6+ years
Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to operate motorized vehicles
Preferences:
Project management experience is required GIS training is highly desired
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.
The employee is regularly required to:
Sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl
Use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms
Talk or hear and communicate clearly
The employee must:
Be able to walk on uneven terrain up to ten miles per day
Frequently lift and move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 75 pounds
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Hours and Travel
This position requires the individual work 40+ hours per week with 95% of the time spent in the office and 5% in the field.
All applicants must be authorized to work in the US, without employer-sponsorship. KLJ does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas and does not participate in any OPT training program.
KLJ will not be partnering with third-party recruiters on this position. Please review our third-party recruiting policy at www.kljeng.com/careers .
Job Posting Close Date: 10/24/2019
Qualifications
Skills
Required
NEPA - Environmental Impact Statement Expert
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
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North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality
Fayetteville, NC, USA
Description of Work This position will be located within the Field Operations Branch of the Solid Waste Section and report to the Fayetteville Regional Office. The current assigned area of coverage for this position will be Harnett, Johnston, Wilson, Nash, Franklin, Halifax, Warren, and Vance counties. The primary purpose of the Division of Waste Management is to protect the public health and environment through assuring that solid and hazardous wastes and underground storage tanks are managed properly, and existing contamination is cleaned up across the State of North Carolina. This is accomplished through the Hazardous Waste, Solid Waste, Superfund and Underground Storage Tank Sections, and the Brownfields programs. The Field Operations Branch has the responsibility of inspecting solid waste management facilities and providing assistance to ensure compliance with rules and permit conditions, initiating enforcement actions for noncompliance and against unpermitted, illegal dump sites. The Branch also provides technical assistance on the proper management and reuse of a variety of waste types, supports local government regulatory efforts, manages the recycling and resource recovery tax certification program, manages rule development for the Section, and support statewide efforts in preparation for and recovery from natural and man-made disasters regarding the proper management of waste(s). Compliance with solid waste law and rules will minimize the potential for harm to public health and the environment from improper management of solid waste. Ensuring compliance with more recent regulatory requirements will result in the development and implementation of local solid waste management programs directed toward waste reduction as well as sound disposal practices and environmental monitoring of permitted facilities. This position will provide technical assistance/training, conduct targeted strategic inspections, comprehensive site audits, complaint investigations and respond to solid waste emergencies within a designated multi-county area of central and northeastern NC. This position will be directly involved in the initiation of enforcement actions and support continuing legal action when violations are determined to contravene the North Carolina General Statutes and/or solid waste management rules and regulations. This position also provides technical assistance and support to local governments, businesses and the public on the proper management of solid waste(s). Additionally, this position will inspect a variety of industrial and commercial settings as it pertains to recycling of and resource recovery from solid waste. This position provides technical assistance and support to local, state and federal agencies in the preparation and recovery from disasters, such as hurricanes, tornadoes, etc. as it pertains to the management of debris and other wastes, which may include working at the State Emergency Operations Center.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies ***To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. *** Qualified applicants must possess an application that clearly reflects work experience that demonstrates the following:
Demonstrated logical skills, and knowledge of the field of solid and hazardous waste management, environmental assessment and cleanup, and multi-media environmental science, environmental health and safety as well as an understanding of research and data gathering techniques.
Ability to communicate effectively and interact with the regulated community, technical specialists, and legal counsel.
Ability to perform under pressure, time-critical events, and safely, especially when involved with hazardous or emergency activities.
Ability to express oneself verbally and in written form, communicate tactfully with the public in response to complaints, seminars and meetings.
Must be able to coordinate and manage multiple activities simultaneously and be responsive to the needs and requests associated with evaluating complex waste management issues.
Ability to maintain a chain of sufficient evidence to prove violations of laws and rules through the legal process.
Management Preferences (if applicable), please list:
Candidates with direct experience in local, state or federal environmental compliance and enforcement programs, or experience in private industry with environmental regulations or industrial processes related to the management of waste streams.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor's degree in one of the agricultural, biological, engineering, environmental or natural resource sciences or a closely related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience related to the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
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Oct 17, 2019
Full time
Description of Work This position will be located within the Field Operations Branch of the Solid Waste Section and report to the Fayetteville Regional Office. The current assigned area of coverage for this position will be Harnett, Johnston, Wilson, Nash, Franklin, Halifax, Warren, and Vance counties. The primary purpose of the Division of Waste Management is to protect the public health and environment through assuring that solid and hazardous wastes and underground storage tanks are managed properly, and existing contamination is cleaned up across the State of North Carolina. This is accomplished through the Hazardous Waste, Solid Waste, Superfund and Underground Storage Tank Sections, and the Brownfields programs. The Field Operations Branch has the responsibility of inspecting solid waste management facilities and providing assistance to ensure compliance with rules and permit conditions, initiating enforcement actions for noncompliance and against unpermitted, illegal dump sites. The Branch also provides technical assistance on the proper management and reuse of a variety of waste types, supports local government regulatory efforts, manages the recycling and resource recovery tax certification program, manages rule development for the Section, and support statewide efforts in preparation for and recovery from natural and man-made disasters regarding the proper management of waste(s). Compliance with solid waste law and rules will minimize the potential for harm to public health and the environment from improper management of solid waste. Ensuring compliance with more recent regulatory requirements will result in the development and implementation of local solid waste management programs directed toward waste reduction as well as sound disposal practices and environmental monitoring of permitted facilities. This position will provide technical assistance/training, conduct targeted strategic inspections, comprehensive site audits, complaint investigations and respond to solid waste emergencies within a designated multi-county area of central and northeastern NC. This position will be directly involved in the initiation of enforcement actions and support continuing legal action when violations are determined to contravene the North Carolina General Statutes and/or solid waste management rules and regulations. This position also provides technical assistance and support to local governments, businesses and the public on the proper management of solid waste(s). Additionally, this position will inspect a variety of industrial and commercial settings as it pertains to recycling of and resource recovery from solid waste. This position provides technical assistance and support to local, state and federal agencies in the preparation and recovery from disasters, such as hurricanes, tornadoes, etc. as it pertains to the management of debris and other wastes, which may include working at the State Emergency Operations Center.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies ***To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. *** Qualified applicants must possess an application that clearly reflects work experience that demonstrates the following:
Demonstrated logical skills, and knowledge of the field of solid and hazardous waste management, environmental assessment and cleanup, and multi-media environmental science, environmental health and safety as well as an understanding of research and data gathering techniques.
Ability to communicate effectively and interact with the regulated community, technical specialists, and legal counsel.
Ability to perform under pressure, time-critical events, and safely, especially when involved with hazardous or emergency activities.
Ability to express oneself verbally and in written form, communicate tactfully with the public in response to complaints, seminars and meetings.
Must be able to coordinate and manage multiple activities simultaneously and be responsive to the needs and requests associated with evaluating complex waste management issues.
Ability to maintain a chain of sufficient evidence to prove violations of laws and rules through the legal process.
Management Preferences (if applicable), please list:
Candidates with direct experience in local, state or federal environmental compliance and enforcement programs, or experience in private industry with environmental regulations or industrial processes related to the management of waste streams.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor's degree in one of the agricultural, biological, engineering, environmental or natural resource sciences or a closely related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience related to the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
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Environmental Science Associates (ESA)
Delray Beach, FL, USA
ABOUT THE POSITION
The Environmental Scientist II is an entry to mid-level scientist in the Environmental Scientist professional series. This role includes performing natural resource-related environmental evaluations and studies, such as environmental assessments in support of regulatory permitting; scientific and technical assessments in support of NEPA, and other multi-disciplinary evaluations; field and geospatial data collection, processing, and analysis; and report preparation. The Environmental Scientist II may specialize in one of a number of areas, including, but not limited to: environmental science, geology, oceanography, natural resources management, soil science, water quality/limnology, or related field. The Environmental Scientist II works under the supervision of more senior environmental scientists or project managers.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
Independently supports tasks and projects of low-moderate complexity and portions of more complex projects by applying standard techniques and methods, based on understanding of project objectives.
Receives close supervision most of the time, and receives direction on unusual or difficult assignments.
Supports a range of environmental data collection, field sampling, and implementation of monitoring programs including, but not limited to: surface water, groundwater, and stormwater sampling; soil sampling; and air quality sampling.
As part of a team, interprets and analyzes environmental data for tasks and projects of low-moderate complexity.
Supports the preparation of permit applications and other regulatory approvals.
Prepares technical and regulatory reports for submittal to clients and state/federal/local agencies.
Supports and participates in client meetings, public information meetings, and hearings.
Communicates with senior staff and teaming partners to support environmental analyses and permit compliance.
Performs other related duties as required.
REQUIREMENTS
Core Consulting Competencies:
Technical Expertise: Develops knowledge and skills in a specific area of expertise. Collaboratively uses judgment to develop adaptations in methods for non-standard assignments. Knowledge of and experience with relevant regulations, processes, and basic principles of related fields.
Leadership: Accepts responsibility for tasks; takes initiative to lead small teams and assignments.
Project Delivery/Financial Management: Works both independently and as part of a team to support the successful completion of project-related work on time and within budget. Able to work on multiple projects of moderate size and complexity. Prepares sections of project scopes, budgets, and schedules for review by Project Manager. Gains understanding of basic concepts of project management through in-house and external training opportunities.
Client Engagement: Able to work collaboratively with clients and interdisciplinary teams to deliver project assignments.
Winning Work: Assists and supports the preparation of proposals and other marketing materials and pursuits, and supports routine marketing efforts including networking. Attends conferences and networking events, developing a marketing network.
Communications: Effective oral and presentation skills, as well as listening skills. Ability to present technical information understandably to groups and the public. Able to prepare clear, concise, well-supported sections of technical reports with minimal errors.
Minimum Qualifications/Experience/Skills
Bachelor’s degree in a field related to environmental science, geology, oceanography, chemistry, natural resources management, soil science, water quality/limnology, or related field.
3 years of relevant experience (advanced education may replace minimum experience in some cases).
Knowledge of and experience with environmental permitting, NEPA/CEQA/SEPA, as well as relevant regulations and processes, and related basic principles. Experience with field methodologies, data collection, and natural resource-based permitting processes. Familiarity with federal/state environmental regulations applicable to area of expertise.
Effective writing skills and ability to prepare written documents.
Good working knowledge of relevant integrated software applications (Microsoft Office, including Excel, GIS, and other relevant software).
Ability to independently perform detail-oriented work while keeping big-picture goals in mind.
Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
Must possess a valid driver's license.
Able to pass a federal and state background check for project-based assignments.
Additional Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in a related field.
4+ years of professional experience in an environmental science-related field.
Previous experience working in a consulting environment is desirable.
Possession of license, registration, or certification in a related field.
Commitment to professional development through publishing research papers, participating in courses, and speaking at conferences.
Technical writing, computer analysis, and project research skills.
Working Conditions/Physical Demands
The position of Environmental Scientist II requires work that is varied in nature including: indoor office and laboratory work, as well as outdoor rural and/or urban physical work. Indoor work includes, but is not limited to: regularly sitting at a desk or in meetings for long periods of time, using computer, video conferencing, laboratory, and other office equipment. Outdoor physical work includes, but is not limited to: fieldwork or site visits traversing uneven ground and sometimes steep terrain in forested environments, fields, arid lands, along stream banks, and in coastal/intertidal areas. Fieldwork may be conducted at all hours, including night. The Environmental Scientist II may be exposed to inclement weather and uncomfortable working conditions.
The Environmental Scientist II must be willing and able to work irregular hours and sometimes long days, with an irregular work week including nights, weekends, and holidays. Must be able to: walk long distances, bend, stoop, dig with a shovel, at times carry up to 40 pounds, load and transport equipment and gear, crawl through dense brush, cross fences, and walk carrying a backpack. Employees must be able to safely operate motor vehicles in field situations.
Diversity:
At ESA, we value diversity and inclusion. Collaborating with colleagues from a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives leads to better solutions and opportunities for everyone. We celebrate the differences—age, color, physical ability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, language, national origin, race, religion, veteran status, and other characteristics—that make each of us unique. ESA's culture is built on mutual respect, recognizing that the collective sum of our individual differences and life experiences fosters our continued success and achievement, for our employee-owners and our clients.
ESA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. (EOE M/V/F/D)
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Oct 17, 2019
Full time
ABOUT THE POSITION
The Environmental Scientist II is an entry to mid-level scientist in the Environmental Scientist professional series. This role includes performing natural resource-related environmental evaluations and studies, such as environmental assessments in support of regulatory permitting; scientific and technical assessments in support of NEPA, and other multi-disciplinary evaluations; field and geospatial data collection, processing, and analysis; and report preparation. The Environmental Scientist II may specialize in one of a number of areas, including, but not limited to: environmental science, geology, oceanography, natural resources management, soil science, water quality/limnology, or related field. The Environmental Scientist II works under the supervision of more senior environmental scientists or project managers.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
Independently supports tasks and projects of low-moderate complexity and portions of more complex projects by applying standard techniques and methods, based on understanding of project objectives.
Receives close supervision most of the time, and receives direction on unusual or difficult assignments.
Supports a range of environmental data collection, field sampling, and implementation of monitoring programs including, but not limited to: surface water, groundwater, and stormwater sampling; soil sampling; and air quality sampling.
As part of a team, interprets and analyzes environmental data for tasks and projects of low-moderate complexity.
Supports the preparation of permit applications and other regulatory approvals.
Prepares technical and regulatory reports for submittal to clients and state/federal/local agencies.
Supports and participates in client meetings, public information meetings, and hearings.
Communicates with senior staff and teaming partners to support environmental analyses and permit compliance.
Performs other related duties as required.
REQUIREMENTS
Core Consulting Competencies:
Technical Expertise: Develops knowledge and skills in a specific area of expertise. Collaboratively uses judgment to develop adaptations in methods for non-standard assignments. Knowledge of and experience with relevant regulations, processes, and basic principles of related fields.
Leadership: Accepts responsibility for tasks; takes initiative to lead small teams and assignments.
Project Delivery/Financial Management: Works both independently and as part of a team to support the successful completion of project-related work on time and within budget. Able to work on multiple projects of moderate size and complexity. Prepares sections of project scopes, budgets, and schedules for review by Project Manager. Gains understanding of basic concepts of project management through in-house and external training opportunities.
Client Engagement: Able to work collaboratively with clients and interdisciplinary teams to deliver project assignments.
Winning Work: Assists and supports the preparation of proposals and other marketing materials and pursuits, and supports routine marketing efforts including networking. Attends conferences and networking events, developing a marketing network.
Communications: Effective oral and presentation skills, as well as listening skills. Ability to present technical information understandably to groups and the public. Able to prepare clear, concise, well-supported sections of technical reports with minimal errors.
Minimum Qualifications/Experience/Skills
Bachelor’s degree in a field related to environmental science, geology, oceanography, chemistry, natural resources management, soil science, water quality/limnology, or related field.
3 years of relevant experience (advanced education may replace minimum experience in some cases).
Knowledge of and experience with environmental permitting, NEPA/CEQA/SEPA, as well as relevant regulations and processes, and related basic principles. Experience with field methodologies, data collection, and natural resource-based permitting processes. Familiarity with federal/state environmental regulations applicable to area of expertise.
Effective writing skills and ability to prepare written documents.
Good working knowledge of relevant integrated software applications (Microsoft Office, including Excel, GIS, and other relevant software).
Ability to independently perform detail-oriented work while keeping big-picture goals in mind.
Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
Must possess a valid driver's license.
Able to pass a federal and state background check for project-based assignments.
Additional Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in a related field.
4+ years of professional experience in an environmental science-related field.
Previous experience working in a consulting environment is desirable.
Possession of license, registration, or certification in a related field.
Commitment to professional development through publishing research papers, participating in courses, and speaking at conferences.
Technical writing, computer analysis, and project research skills.
Working Conditions/Physical Demands
The position of Environmental Scientist II requires work that is varied in nature including: indoor office and laboratory work, as well as outdoor rural and/or urban physical work. Indoor work includes, but is not limited to: regularly sitting at a desk or in meetings for long periods of time, using computer, video conferencing, laboratory, and other office equipment. Outdoor physical work includes, but is not limited to: fieldwork or site visits traversing uneven ground and sometimes steep terrain in forested environments, fields, arid lands, along stream banks, and in coastal/intertidal areas. Fieldwork may be conducted at all hours, including night. The Environmental Scientist II may be exposed to inclement weather and uncomfortable working conditions.
The Environmental Scientist II must be willing and able to work irregular hours and sometimes long days, with an irregular work week including nights, weekends, and holidays. Must be able to: walk long distances, bend, stoop, dig with a shovel, at times carry up to 40 pounds, load and transport equipment and gear, crawl through dense brush, cross fences, and walk carrying a backpack. Employees must be able to safely operate motor vehicles in field situations.
Diversity:
At ESA, we value diversity and inclusion. Collaborating with colleagues from a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives leads to better solutions and opportunities for everyone. We celebrate the differences—age, color, physical ability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, language, national origin, race, religion, veteran status, and other characteristics—that make each of us unique. ESA's culture is built on mutual respect, recognizing that the collective sum of our individual differences and life experiences fosters our continued success and achievement, for our employee-owners and our clients.
ESA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. (EOE M/V/F/D)
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2 vacancies in the following locations:
Anchorage, AK
Milwaukee, WI
Summary
This is a Group Vacancy for two State & Private Forestry positions in Milwaukee, WI and Anchorage, AK. The Milwaukee position leads Region 9's wood utilization program, including primary & secondary wood processing. The Anchorage position leads the Region 10 program for the conversion of facilities to biomass energy. Contact Susan Ellsworth, 414-297-3021 or susan.ellsworth@usda.gov about the Milwaukee position, and Debbie Hollen, 503-808-2340 or debbie.hollen@usda.gov about Anchorage.
Learn more about this agency
Responsibilities
The positions in this announcement will be hired at the GS-12 level only with promotion potential to GS-13.
Serve as a regionally recognized expert in identifying and supporting biomass development, wood products processing and marketing.
Assist with the formulation of plans, policies, and objectives and coordinate annual and long-term management programs.
Anchorage, AK position: Assists federal and non-federal partners with identifying and developing opportunities for conversion of facilities to biomass thermal energy.
Milwaukee, WI position: Assists federal and non-federal partners with identifying and developing wood utilization and product analysis.
Coordinate planned activities among local, state, and federal agencies, non-profit organizations, and businesses to promote sustainable use of forest products.
Interpret broad, related legislation requirements, develop implementation policies and guidelines and advise colleagues and internal and external partners.
Recommend practices based on sound scientific ecological principles and the needs of program partners and cooperators that are consistent with legislation, agency goals, and objectives
Identify and leverage linkages between Forest Service Research and Development, State and Private Forestry, and National Forest System program management and delivery.
Assist in the development and adoption of performance measures that demonstrate program outcomes for Congressional and Administrative reports.
Evaluate the implications of various public policy and proposals that are related to the program.
Review analyses of relevant published literature to recommend findings to apply in the development of national program guidance, mission guidance, or directives.
Liaison with experts in the field, including scientists, educators, or industry, to maintain awareness of trends and innovations.
Oversee study projects to develop guidelines, standards, and procedures for analyzing public needs, demands, and resource capabilities.
Coordinate program planning activities by managing and vetting the final project selection process.
Continuously appraise program goals in light of changing economic and public concern factors.
Review long and short-range action plans to ensure consistency with the natural resources program strategies and priorities.
Develop and maintain working relationships with State Foresters, state implementing agency personnel and other program delivery partners.
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Oct 17, 2019
Full time
2 vacancies in the following locations:
Anchorage, AK
Milwaukee, WI
Summary
This is a Group Vacancy for two State & Private Forestry positions in Milwaukee, WI and Anchorage, AK. The Milwaukee position leads Region 9's wood utilization program, including primary & secondary wood processing. The Anchorage position leads the Region 10 program for the conversion of facilities to biomass energy. Contact Susan Ellsworth, 414-297-3021 or susan.ellsworth@usda.gov about the Milwaukee position, and Debbie Hollen, 503-808-2340 or debbie.hollen@usda.gov about Anchorage.
Learn more about this agency
Responsibilities
The positions in this announcement will be hired at the GS-12 level only with promotion potential to GS-13.
Serve as a regionally recognized expert in identifying and supporting biomass development, wood products processing and marketing.
Assist with the formulation of plans, policies, and objectives and coordinate annual and long-term management programs.
Anchorage, AK position: Assists federal and non-federal partners with identifying and developing opportunities for conversion of facilities to biomass thermal energy.
Milwaukee, WI position: Assists federal and non-federal partners with identifying and developing wood utilization and product analysis.
Coordinate planned activities among local, state, and federal agencies, non-profit organizations, and businesses to promote sustainable use of forest products.
Interpret broad, related legislation requirements, develop implementation policies and guidelines and advise colleagues and internal and external partners.
Recommend practices based on sound scientific ecological principles and the needs of program partners and cooperators that are consistent with legislation, agency goals, and objectives
Identify and leverage linkages between Forest Service Research and Development, State and Private Forestry, and National Forest System program management and delivery.
Assist in the development and adoption of performance measures that demonstrate program outcomes for Congressional and Administrative reports.
Evaluate the implications of various public policy and proposals that are related to the program.
Review analyses of relevant published literature to recommend findings to apply in the development of national program guidance, mission guidance, or directives.
Liaison with experts in the field, including scientists, educators, or industry, to maintain awareness of trends and innovations.
Oversee study projects to develop guidelines, standards, and procedures for analyzing public needs, demands, and resource capabilities.
Coordinate program planning activities by managing and vetting the final project selection process.
Continuously appraise program goals in light of changing economic and public concern factors.
Review long and short-range action plans to ensure consistency with the natural resources program strategies and priorities.
Develop and maintain working relationships with State Foresters, state implementing agency personnel and other program delivery partners.
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Environmental Science Associates (ESA)
San Diego, CA, USA
About the Position:
ESA is seeking an Environmental Planning Principal to lead our Community Development group in the San Diego office. ESA’s Community Development group focuses on environmental analysis (predominantly CEQA), community planning, and compliance services for a wide range of public and private clients with the overarching goal of supporting and advancing our communities. A dynamic outlook, vision, and strategic approach is necessary in addressing the needs of our clients and markets in the San Diego area. The position will have a strong emphasis on servicing and broadening ESA’s San Diego area clients, which include local agencies and municipalities in addition to private clients.
The San Diego-based Environmental Planning Principal will lead the office’s environmental planning group and be responsible for its continued advancement and growth in the geographies that the San Diego office serves, including the Inland Empire. Critical responsibilities include client interface, business development and marketing, contract leadership and management, and internal team management and development. Specific responsibilities include:
Lead business development and marketing activities targeting local and regional public agencies and private clients within Southern California.
Generate new contracts and task orders from existing clients.
Plan, execute, and deliver complex projects in a collaborative environment involving a range of technical specialists, including planners, engineers, and other technical staff.
Manage projects from initiation to close and ensure clients’ needs are met—this includes determining project staffing requirements, negotiating scopes of work and budgets, directly managing internal project teams and subconsultants, and meeting schedules and budgets.
Manage preparation of detailed studies and environmental documents, oversee and interpret technical analyses, and lead and support a wide range of planning and permitting projects.
Perform quality assurance and quality control functions.
Mentor and advance the professional development of staff within the group.
Have substantial input in the development of the Southern California Community Development business group's business and strategic plans and partner with other leaders in the Southern California region to implement the plan.
Promote and ensure collaboration across the disciplines and the firm.
Build ESA's reputation with potential new staff (recruitment).
Support the business group through the hiring process for new staff, as necessary, to grow the practice meet revenue goals.
Be responsible for the financial performance of projects with direct involvement (e.g., roles of Project Manager or Project Director).
Address financial and performance issues, as needed.
The San Diego office currently includes more than 30 specialists and scientists (community planning, biological resources, restoration, cultural and historic resources, environmental hydrology, air quality and climate change, noise, etc.) who have been particularly successful in developing a strong backlog for the office. Contracts include a variety of project and on-call contracts with a wide range of San Diego municipalities, City and County departments, and private entities. The group works in collaboration with the rest of the Southern California region’s staff, a group of 120+.
Requirements:
The candidate must have deep experience directing and managing CEQA and NEPA analyses for public agency projects. Knowledge of other environmental laws and policies is also required in order to broker ESA’s wide range of services to our public and private clients. An ideal candidate must possess effective problem-solving ability, client interface and management expertise, demonstrated marketing and business development ability, exceptional writing and communication skills, and an ability to ensure performance of internal technical teams and subconsultants.
Strong knowledge of and experience with a range of environmental disciplines is required, including city planning, environmental, and biological/natural resources within the San Diego region. Experience working with public clients in a private consulting firm is also necessary, particularly public agency clients within the San Diego region. As well, experience with federal, state, regional, and local agencies and knowledge of current issues is essential, particularly in Southern California.
This role requires the initiative, confidence, and tenacity to uphold ESA’s strong work ethic, to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team environment, and to manage to our fiduciary responsibility as an employee-owned firm. Qualified candidates will have at least a BA/BS in a related discipline and 15+ years of experience, preferably in the environmental consulting industry. A city planning or environmental science background is a plus, although not required. A master’s degree and/or registered professional is desired. The position will be calibrated to a candidate’s level of experience.
ESA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. (EOE M/V/F/D)
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Oct 17, 2019
Full time
About the Position:
ESA is seeking an Environmental Planning Principal to lead our Community Development group in the San Diego office. ESA’s Community Development group focuses on environmental analysis (predominantly CEQA), community planning, and compliance services for a wide range of public and private clients with the overarching goal of supporting and advancing our communities. A dynamic outlook, vision, and strategic approach is necessary in addressing the needs of our clients and markets in the San Diego area. The position will have a strong emphasis on servicing and broadening ESA’s San Diego area clients, which include local agencies and municipalities in addition to private clients.
The San Diego-based Environmental Planning Principal will lead the office’s environmental planning group and be responsible for its continued advancement and growth in the geographies that the San Diego office serves, including the Inland Empire. Critical responsibilities include client interface, business development and marketing, contract leadership and management, and internal team management and development. Specific responsibilities include:
Lead business development and marketing activities targeting local and regional public agencies and private clients within Southern California.
Generate new contracts and task orders from existing clients.
Plan, execute, and deliver complex projects in a collaborative environment involving a range of technical specialists, including planners, engineers, and other technical staff.
Manage projects from initiation to close and ensure clients’ needs are met—this includes determining project staffing requirements, negotiating scopes of work and budgets, directly managing internal project teams and subconsultants, and meeting schedules and budgets.
Manage preparation of detailed studies and environmental documents, oversee and interpret technical analyses, and lead and support a wide range of planning and permitting projects.
Perform quality assurance and quality control functions.
Mentor and advance the professional development of staff within the group.
Have substantial input in the development of the Southern California Community Development business group's business and strategic plans and partner with other leaders in the Southern California region to implement the plan.
Promote and ensure collaboration across the disciplines and the firm.
Build ESA's reputation with potential new staff (recruitment).
Support the business group through the hiring process for new staff, as necessary, to grow the practice meet revenue goals.
Be responsible for the financial performance of projects with direct involvement (e.g., roles of Project Manager or Project Director).
Address financial and performance issues, as needed.
The San Diego office currently includes more than 30 specialists and scientists (community planning, biological resources, restoration, cultural and historic resources, environmental hydrology, air quality and climate change, noise, etc.) who have been particularly successful in developing a strong backlog for the office. Contracts include a variety of project and on-call contracts with a wide range of San Diego municipalities, City and County departments, and private entities. The group works in collaboration with the rest of the Southern California region’s staff, a group of 120+.
Requirements:
The candidate must have deep experience directing and managing CEQA and NEPA analyses for public agency projects. Knowledge of other environmental laws and policies is also required in order to broker ESA’s wide range of services to our public and private clients. An ideal candidate must possess effective problem-solving ability, client interface and management expertise, demonstrated marketing and business development ability, exceptional writing and communication skills, and an ability to ensure performance of internal technical teams and subconsultants.
Strong knowledge of and experience with a range of environmental disciplines is required, including city planning, environmental, and biological/natural resources within the San Diego region. Experience working with public clients in a private consulting firm is also necessary, particularly public agency clients within the San Diego region. As well, experience with federal, state, regional, and local agencies and knowledge of current issues is essential, particularly in Southern California.
This role requires the initiative, confidence, and tenacity to uphold ESA’s strong work ethic, to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team environment, and to manage to our fiduciary responsibility as an employee-owned firm. Qualified candidates will have at least a BA/BS in a related discipline and 15+ years of experience, preferably in the environmental consulting industry. A city planning or environmental science background is a plus, although not required. A master’s degree and/or registered professional is desired. The position will be calibrated to a candidate’s level of experience.
ESA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. (EOE M/V/F/D)
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The Program Coordinator reports to the Project Manager, Energy Program Operations and provides vital programmatic and administrative support by developing and implementing efficient protocols for project tracking, program expenses, invoice and contract management, scheduling, and meeting and event planning for projects designed to help advance the goals of the Energy Program. This position supports team members located in different time zones and countries within the Energy Program so the ability to work independently with minimal supervision is required. The Program Coordinator proactively solves problems and independently troubleshoots and addresses issues that arise and possesses strong communication skills. This is a challenging role requiring advanced organizational and time management skills, great attention to detail and the ability to respond to quickly shifting priorities.
Program Overview
EDF’s Energy program works to reduce the climate, health, and environmental impacts of the current energy system while accelerating the transition to a low carbon energy economy with clean energy access for all. We have successfully won climate and clean air protections across North America and internationally, including playing an instrumental role in the passage of sweeping clean energy legislation in California and Illinois; establishing oil and gas methane pollution as a priority environmental issue; and prompting regulation of oil and gas methane in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Responsibilities
Work with program management, program staff and program finance staff to help maintain and monitor budget.
Update monthly project forecast. In collaboration with the Program Financial Analyst, review monthly reports of actual vs. budget results; investigate, and explain variances from budget for income and expense line items; and advise program managers, program staff and finance staff on trends and issues of concern.
Apply excellent organizational, communication, and planning skills by responding to requests for information, helping to coordinate activities and projects for the team and preparing correspondence and reports as needed.
Administer domestic and international contracts for consultants, including assistance in writing and processing contracts and working with program staff and consultants to ensure the fulfillment of contractual obligations and timely submission of invoices.
Maintain schedules and provide travel arrangements for program leadership (Associate Vice President & Senior Director).
Conduct the administrative processes of the team, which include expense reports, budget maintenance and invoice processing. Follow through with finance staff to ensure payments are made and consultants apprised.
Manage other administrative tasks associated with staff, consultants and interns, including logistics, office needs, and telecommunications.
Assist in preparation of legal and regulatory filings, including tracking key submission deadlines, associated financial reimbursements, and preparation of reports on progress.
Assist Program staff and other colleagues to better communicate and coordinate on joint projects.
All other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree required.
3 or more years of professional experience
Creativity, energy, attention to detail and the ability to multi-task and get work done under pressure.
Experience with budgeting, accounting and/or bookkeeping.
Excellent project management and administration skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability and willingness to work as a strong team player and independently as a self-starter.
Ability to manage and prioritize diverse, simultaneous tasks.
Proficiency in the use of PCs and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint).
Interest in environmental advocacy is strongly preferred.
Paralegal experience preferred
Fluency in another language strongly preferred.
Travel 10% or less is expected for this position.
Environmental Defense Fund is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
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Oct 16, 2019
Full time
The Program Coordinator reports to the Project Manager, Energy Program Operations and provides vital programmatic and administrative support by developing and implementing efficient protocols for project tracking, program expenses, invoice and contract management, scheduling, and meeting and event planning for projects designed to help advance the goals of the Energy Program. This position supports team members located in different time zones and countries within the Energy Program so the ability to work independently with minimal supervision is required. The Program Coordinator proactively solves problems and independently troubleshoots and addresses issues that arise and possesses strong communication skills. This is a challenging role requiring advanced organizational and time management skills, great attention to detail and the ability to respond to quickly shifting priorities.
Program Overview
EDF’s Energy program works to reduce the climate, health, and environmental impacts of the current energy system while accelerating the transition to a low carbon energy economy with clean energy access for all. We have successfully won climate and clean air protections across North America and internationally, including playing an instrumental role in the passage of sweeping clean energy legislation in California and Illinois; establishing oil and gas methane pollution as a priority environmental issue; and prompting regulation of oil and gas methane in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Responsibilities
Work with program management, program staff and program finance staff to help maintain and monitor budget.
Update monthly project forecast. In collaboration with the Program Financial Analyst, review monthly reports of actual vs. budget results; investigate, and explain variances from budget for income and expense line items; and advise program managers, program staff and finance staff on trends and issues of concern.
Apply excellent organizational, communication, and planning skills by responding to requests for information, helping to coordinate activities and projects for the team and preparing correspondence and reports as needed.
Administer domestic and international contracts for consultants, including assistance in writing and processing contracts and working with program staff and consultants to ensure the fulfillment of contractual obligations and timely submission of invoices.
Maintain schedules and provide travel arrangements for program leadership (Associate Vice President & Senior Director).
Conduct the administrative processes of the team, which include expense reports, budget maintenance and invoice processing. Follow through with finance staff to ensure payments are made and consultants apprised.
Manage other administrative tasks associated with staff, consultants and interns, including logistics, office needs, and telecommunications.
Assist in preparation of legal and regulatory filings, including tracking key submission deadlines, associated financial reimbursements, and preparation of reports on progress.
Assist Program staff and other colleagues to better communicate and coordinate on joint projects.
All other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree required.
3 or more years of professional experience
Creativity, energy, attention to detail and the ability to multi-task and get work done under pressure.
Experience with budgeting, accounting and/or bookkeeping.
Excellent project management and administration skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability and willingness to work as a strong team player and independently as a self-starter.
Ability to manage and prioritize diverse, simultaneous tasks.
Proficiency in the use of PCs and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint).
Interest in environmental advocacy is strongly preferred.
Paralegal experience preferred
Fluency in another language strongly preferred.
Travel 10% or less is expected for this position.
Environmental Defense Fund is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
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Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection
Meadville, PA, USA
THE POSITION
Looking to start an exciting career in the field of environmental protection? Want to put your bachelor's degree in a physical, biological or engineering field to good use? Don't want to be tied to a desk? Look no further than to Environmental Trainee opportunities with the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)! DEP has immediate openings for college graduates with no professional environmental protection experience required! We are seeking environmentally friendly and energetic individuals who are committed to protecting and preserving Pennsylvania's resources through the regulation of air, water, waste, mining, radiation sources, and oil and gas. Environmental Trainees are hired into a 12-month training program, which consists of on-the-job training to learn the duties of an environmental inspector in a specific environmental field. Employees in the trainee job will learn applicable regulations and policies, and assist more experienced employees in performing inspections of assigned facilities. Trainees may become Safe Drinking Water inspectors, Storage Tanks inspectors, Wastewater Treatment Plant inspectors, Air Quality inspectors, among others. Travel is required for these positions, but does not typically include overnight stays. Applicants must possess a valid driver's license as issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. DEP vehicles can be signed out to facilitate travel to and from inspection sites. Inspections may require employees to negotiate uneven or rough terrain, sometimes while carrying test equipment. Employees who complete the Environmental Trainee year often move on to higher-level specialist and supervisory job titles in the future. Work hours: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm (Mon-Fri).
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
http://www.occup.state.pa.us/OrgChart/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=00128158
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
In order to be eligible for this position you must:
Have successfully examined and have a current score on file. If you have not already done so, you must first apply to the ENVIRONMENTAL TRAINEE (ONLINE EXAM) posting and follow the directions provided.
Meet Pennsylvania residency requirements
Be able to perform essential job functions
A resume needs to be submitted with your application. You may upload your document as an attachment during the application process. Veterans: Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov . The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is proud to be an equal opportunity employer supporting workplace diversity.
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Oct 16, 2019
Full time
THE POSITION
Looking to start an exciting career in the field of environmental protection? Want to put your bachelor's degree in a physical, biological or engineering field to good use? Don't want to be tied to a desk? Look no further than to Environmental Trainee opportunities with the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)! DEP has immediate openings for college graduates with no professional environmental protection experience required! We are seeking environmentally friendly and energetic individuals who are committed to protecting and preserving Pennsylvania's resources through the regulation of air, water, waste, mining, radiation sources, and oil and gas. Environmental Trainees are hired into a 12-month training program, which consists of on-the-job training to learn the duties of an environmental inspector in a specific environmental field. Employees in the trainee job will learn applicable regulations and policies, and assist more experienced employees in performing inspections of assigned facilities. Trainees may become Safe Drinking Water inspectors, Storage Tanks inspectors, Wastewater Treatment Plant inspectors, Air Quality inspectors, among others. Travel is required for these positions, but does not typically include overnight stays. Applicants must possess a valid driver's license as issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. DEP vehicles can be signed out to facilitate travel to and from inspection sites. Inspections may require employees to negotiate uneven or rough terrain, sometimes while carrying test equipment. Employees who complete the Environmental Trainee year often move on to higher-level specialist and supervisory job titles in the future. Work hours: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm (Mon-Fri).
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
http://www.occup.state.pa.us/OrgChart/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=00128158
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
In order to be eligible for this position you must:
Have successfully examined and have a current score on file. If you have not already done so, you must first apply to the ENVIRONMENTAL TRAINEE (ONLINE EXAM) posting and follow the directions provided.
Meet Pennsylvania residency requirements
Be able to perform essential job functions
A resume needs to be submitted with your application. You may upload your document as an attachment during the application process. Veterans: Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov . The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is proud to be an equal opportunity employer supporting workplace diversity.
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The Community Engagement Program Director leads and supports the Ecology Center’s Community Engagement programming for the Ecology Center’s store and public resource center, engagement & education programs, and EcoHouse. The Community Engagement Program Director leads, develops, and oversees the organization’s Climate Action and Zero Waste education activities, plans and implements strategies to build and develop education and direct service programs, foster and promote retail sales, community partnerships, coalitions, organizational visibility, institutional funding, and individual giving. This position reports to and supports the Executive Director.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead all aspects of the Ecology Center’s Community Engagement Programs and staff including Climate Action, Zero Waste, Store, Ecohouse, and Information & Library Services in collaboration with program staff
Provide direct supervision and support to program managers, other program staff, and contractors, including hiring, training, supervising, and conducting annual performance evaluations
Nurture and cultivate a collaborative team environment within the Education & Engagement division as well as organization-wide, prioritizing inter-personal and inter-programmatic communication and events development, as well as supporting and encouraging individual professional development
In collaboration with Executive Director and program staff, create and manage an annual engagement plan, establishing benchmarks for program development and evaluation including building, monitoring, and maintaining budgets
Work with Development Director to cultivate corporate partnerships, individual donors, and secure memberships, as well as identify, create, and submit grant funding for Community Engagement programs
Play a leading role in program fundraising, grant preparation, submission, management and reporting, funder relations, and execution of deliverables in collaboration with Development Director and Executive Director
Provide leadership and representation for policy advocacy in diverse realms, particularly in Zero Waste and Climate Action, including City, state and federal campaigns in alignment with strategic goals
Provide leadership, support, and direction for the Ecology Center’s Community Engagement programs to reach, educate and include a more diverse audience and build a more diverse membership
Develop and expand projects and programs that foster and model community sustainability practices such as the current reusable foodware pilot project and Berkeley Climate Action Coalition
Develop outreach activities that promote the Ecology Center’s resources and services, building coalitions with a wide range of organizations, enterprises, and networks, as well as collaborating on projects and campaigns
Represent the organization externally in Community Engagement program-related activities and events with the public and the press
Ensure that staff, volunteers, and contractors participating in Community Engagement programming observe safe operating practices and comply with organizational safety policies
In collaboration with Program Managers ensure effective staffing schedules in support of daily Store activities, Resource Center and event functions; provide direct support with customer service and sales and other needs as needed
Performs other duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Bachelor’s degree with an Environmental, Education, Non-profit Administration, Business Development, or related field
5 years of progressive community engagement experience
3 years of operations/team management and supervisory experience
Proven program management experience in a non-profit environment
Proven experience creating and executing mission-minded engagement programming
Demonstrated team building and staff supervision experience
Demonstrated success in fundraising and/or membership development including proven track record in proposing and securing programmatic funding support
Deep knowledge of environmental and social justice issues and values, specifically in the areas of climate action and climate justice, and zero waste and recycling
General knowledge on a wide variety of issues including toxics, water and energy conservation, environmental health, agroecology and permaculture etc.
Experience in developing and managing complex budgets
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, google applications, and sales force in a Mac environment
Proactive worker with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Management professional who pays attention to both detail and bigger picture goals
Intelligent, hard-working, and “Can Do” attitude
Flexible, responsive, and able to manage diverse priorities
Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions of a highly responsible nature
Experience working in a multicultural environment
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in retail, small business, and/ or enterprise development
Spanish and/or other language proficiency a plus
Master’s degree in related field preferred
COMPENSATION
Full-time, exempt position; starting pay range is $70,000 to $76,500, depending on qualifications. Please note that only internal candidates are eligible for the highest starting pay rate. This position is eligible for benefits which include fully paid employee medical, dental, optional vision plan, fully vested 401K plan, vacation/sick/holiday pay, Employee Assistance Program.
HOW TO APPLY:
Complete application found at www.ecologycenter.org/jobs/
Send completed application, resume, and cover letter to hiring@ecologycenter.org . Please add “Community Engagement Program Director” in the e-mail subject line. Please note that all application materials must be submitted to be considered for an interview
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Open until filled. Please apply early as this position may close at any time.
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE
We value diversity. People of color, people LGBTQIA-identified, women, veterans, people with disabilities, and formerly incarcerated individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. EOE/AA.
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Oct 16, 2019
Full time
The Community Engagement Program Director leads and supports the Ecology Center’s Community Engagement programming for the Ecology Center’s store and public resource center, engagement & education programs, and EcoHouse. The Community Engagement Program Director leads, develops, and oversees the organization’s Climate Action and Zero Waste education activities, plans and implements strategies to build and develop education and direct service programs, foster and promote retail sales, community partnerships, coalitions, organizational visibility, institutional funding, and individual giving. This position reports to and supports the Executive Director.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead all aspects of the Ecology Center’s Community Engagement Programs and staff including Climate Action, Zero Waste, Store, Ecohouse, and Information & Library Services in collaboration with program staff
Provide direct supervision and support to program managers, other program staff, and contractors, including hiring, training, supervising, and conducting annual performance evaluations
Nurture and cultivate a collaborative team environment within the Education & Engagement division as well as organization-wide, prioritizing inter-personal and inter-programmatic communication and events development, as well as supporting and encouraging individual professional development
In collaboration with Executive Director and program staff, create and manage an annual engagement plan, establishing benchmarks for program development and evaluation including building, monitoring, and maintaining budgets
Work with Development Director to cultivate corporate partnerships, individual donors, and secure memberships, as well as identify, create, and submit grant funding for Community Engagement programs
Play a leading role in program fundraising, grant preparation, submission, management and reporting, funder relations, and execution of deliverables in collaboration with Development Director and Executive Director
Provide leadership and representation for policy advocacy in diverse realms, particularly in Zero Waste and Climate Action, including City, state and federal campaigns in alignment with strategic goals
Provide leadership, support, and direction for the Ecology Center’s Community Engagement programs to reach, educate and include a more diverse audience and build a more diverse membership
Develop and expand projects and programs that foster and model community sustainability practices such as the current reusable foodware pilot project and Berkeley Climate Action Coalition
Develop outreach activities that promote the Ecology Center’s resources and services, building coalitions with a wide range of organizations, enterprises, and networks, as well as collaborating on projects and campaigns
Represent the organization externally in Community Engagement program-related activities and events with the public and the press
Ensure that staff, volunteers, and contractors participating in Community Engagement programming observe safe operating practices and comply with organizational safety policies
In collaboration with Program Managers ensure effective staffing schedules in support of daily Store activities, Resource Center and event functions; provide direct support with customer service and sales and other needs as needed
Performs other duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Bachelor’s degree with an Environmental, Education, Non-profit Administration, Business Development, or related field
5 years of progressive community engagement experience
3 years of operations/team management and supervisory experience
Proven program management experience in a non-profit environment
Proven experience creating and executing mission-minded engagement programming
Demonstrated team building and staff supervision experience
Demonstrated success in fundraising and/or membership development including proven track record in proposing and securing programmatic funding support
Deep knowledge of environmental and social justice issues and values, specifically in the areas of climate action and climate justice, and zero waste and recycling
General knowledge on a wide variety of issues including toxics, water and energy conservation, environmental health, agroecology and permaculture etc.
Experience in developing and managing complex budgets
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, google applications, and sales force in a Mac environment
Proactive worker with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Management professional who pays attention to both detail and bigger picture goals
Intelligent, hard-working, and “Can Do” attitude
Flexible, responsive, and able to manage diverse priorities
Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions of a highly responsible nature
Experience working in a multicultural environment
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in retail, small business, and/ or enterprise development
Spanish and/or other language proficiency a plus
Master’s degree in related field preferred
COMPENSATION
Full-time, exempt position; starting pay range is $70,000 to $76,500, depending on qualifications. Please note that only internal candidates are eligible for the highest starting pay rate. This position is eligible for benefits which include fully paid employee medical, dental, optional vision plan, fully vested 401K plan, vacation/sick/holiday pay, Employee Assistance Program.
HOW TO APPLY:
Complete application found at www.ecologycenter.org/jobs/
Send completed application, resume, and cover letter to hiring@ecologycenter.org . Please add “Community Engagement Program Director” in the e-mail subject line. Please note that all application materials must be submitted to be considered for an interview
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Open until filled. Please apply early as this position may close at any time.
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE
We value diversity. People of color, people LGBTQIA-identified, women, veterans, people with disabilities, and formerly incarcerated individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. EOE/AA.
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Job
The Environmental Project Manager will have the opportunity manage environmental projects for County-owned buildings and property, including projects associated with the County's underground storage tank, aboveground storage tank, asbestos, lead, indoor air quality, hazardous material management, stormwater pollution prevention and other environmental programs. This position is responsible for the coordination and management of environmental projects and other responsibilities as determined by the Environmental Program Manager.
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Oct 16, 2019
Full time
Job
The Environmental Project Manager will have the opportunity manage environmental projects for County-owned buildings and property, including projects associated with the County's underground storage tank, aboveground storage tank, asbestos, lead, indoor air quality, hazardous material management, stormwater pollution prevention and other environmental programs. This position is responsible for the coordination and management of environmental projects and other responsibilities as determined by the Environmental Program Manager.
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Kleinfelder is seeking an Environmental Client Account Manager to focus on Utah and the surrounding states who will be aligned to our Salt Lake City, office. This Environmental Client Account Manager (CAM) will support the local team in the development of local marketing strategy, advancing client relationships and driving growth with a select group of existing and targeted public and private sector clients in Salt Lake City, Wasatch Front and Intermountain West areas. We are a progressive, highly motivated group of professionals and are looking to add a strong CAM who is motivated and eager to grow the business. Key services include air quality, remediation, compliance and planning. The successful candidate will play a key role in:
Developing, sustaining, and growing our sales with targeted clients, and
Exceeding client expectations through exceptional client service.
The successful CAM will need to understand our clients' business and work with our technical expert teams to develop innovative solutions and sound recommendations to meet their needs along with the following responsibilities:
Responsible for developing and managing one or more client accounts.
Identifying and developing project opportunities for new work and/or expanded services for new and established clients.
Coordinating project delivery and proposal teams with clear and succinct communication as to the client requirements and differentiation strategy.
Addressing client questions and requests, communicating with clients, following procedure to solve client problems, understanding full range of company services, maintaining pleasant and professional image.
Conducting positive negotiations with ability to seek common ground, articulate own and other’s goals, and stay focused on positive outcome.
Developing strategies that utilize Company’s strengths and innovative thinking to gain a competitive advantage.
Is attentive to detail and accuracy, is committed to excellence, looks for improvements continuously, monitors quality levels, finds root cause of quality problems, owns/acts on quality problems.
Targets and achieves results, provides leadership, motivation, and mentoring to staff.
Minimum requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, engineering or related field
15+ years of professional consulting experience in environmental engineering or environmental related field – preferably in the local market
5+ years’ experience with direct client interaction – preferably in the local market
Strong business acumen; strategic thinking; oral and written communication skills
Preferred skills:
Project management experience
Professional Registration
Kleinfelder offers an excellent compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays. Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)
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Oct 16, 2019
Full time
Kleinfelder is seeking an Environmental Client Account Manager to focus on Utah and the surrounding states who will be aligned to our Salt Lake City, office. This Environmental Client Account Manager (CAM) will support the local team in the development of local marketing strategy, advancing client relationships and driving growth with a select group of existing and targeted public and private sector clients in Salt Lake City, Wasatch Front and Intermountain West areas. We are a progressive, highly motivated group of professionals and are looking to add a strong CAM who is motivated and eager to grow the business. Key services include air quality, remediation, compliance and planning. The successful candidate will play a key role in:
Developing, sustaining, and growing our sales with targeted clients, and
Exceeding client expectations through exceptional client service.
The successful CAM will need to understand our clients' business and work with our technical expert teams to develop innovative solutions and sound recommendations to meet their needs along with the following responsibilities:
Responsible for developing and managing one or more client accounts.
Identifying and developing project opportunities for new work and/or expanded services for new and established clients.
Coordinating project delivery and proposal teams with clear and succinct communication as to the client requirements and differentiation strategy.
Addressing client questions and requests, communicating with clients, following procedure to solve client problems, understanding full range of company services, maintaining pleasant and professional image.
Conducting positive negotiations with ability to seek common ground, articulate own and other’s goals, and stay focused on positive outcome.
Developing strategies that utilize Company’s strengths and innovative thinking to gain a competitive advantage.
Is attentive to detail and accuracy, is committed to excellence, looks for improvements continuously, monitors quality levels, finds root cause of quality problems, owns/acts on quality problems.
Targets and achieves results, provides leadership, motivation, and mentoring to staff.
Minimum requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, engineering or related field
15+ years of professional consulting experience in environmental engineering or environmental related field – preferably in the local market
5+ years’ experience with direct client interaction – preferably in the local market
Strong business acumen; strategic thinking; oral and written communication skills
Preferred skills:
Project management experience
Professional Registration
Kleinfelder offers an excellent compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays. Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)
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Delaware Solid Waste Authority
Wilmington, DE, USA
This is a temporary full-time position to provide the Facility Manager with support services related to landfill operation and maintenance requirements, design, permitting, research, analysis, surveying and construction inspections.
Major duties include assisting with landfill operations including: Monitoring on-site contractors for permit/contractual compliance. Ensuring permit compliance by performing compliance activities. Arranging for contractual services, materials purchase/deliveries etc. Assisting customers/contractors. Compiling and computing environmental and engineering data. Reviewing contractors permitted daily, weekly and monthly inspection forms. Providing assistance to engineers for projects and permitting. Performing construction inspection services. Performing material testing – collecting fines. Collecting data in the field. Assisting with research projects. Analyzing and interpreting data collected. Observing, photographing and documenting progress of construction work.
The minimum qualifications for this position include possession of an Associates's Degree in environmental sciences, environmental engineering or pre-engineering or equivalent and one (1) year experience involving duties and tasks described above. Two (2) years of experience may be substituted for one (1) year of college providing the experience is applicable to duties and tasks listed above. This is a safety-sensitive position and requires drug testing as a condition of employment.
EOE
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Oct 15, 2019
Temporary
This is a temporary full-time position to provide the Facility Manager with support services related to landfill operation and maintenance requirements, design, permitting, research, analysis, surveying and construction inspections.
Major duties include assisting with landfill operations including: Monitoring on-site contractors for permit/contractual compliance. Ensuring permit compliance by performing compliance activities. Arranging for contractual services, materials purchase/deliveries etc. Assisting customers/contractors. Compiling and computing environmental and engineering data. Reviewing contractors permitted daily, weekly and monthly inspection forms. Providing assistance to engineers for projects and permitting. Performing construction inspection services. Performing material testing – collecting fines. Collecting data in the field. Assisting with research projects. Analyzing and interpreting data collected. Observing, photographing and documenting progress of construction work.
The minimum qualifications for this position include possession of an Associates's Degree in environmental sciences, environmental engineering or pre-engineering or equivalent and one (1) year experience involving duties and tasks described above. Two (2) years of experience may be substituted for one (1) year of college providing the experience is applicable to duties and tasks listed above. This is a safety-sensitive position and requires drug testing as a condition of employment.
EOE
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Building a career at Granite may be the most valuable thing you could do...
Are you interested in the opportunity to work for an industry-leading company that will give you the experience and exposure you need to build your career and personal brand? If so, then you’ve come to the right place!
Since 1922, Granite Construction has continued its long-standing commitment to building some of America’s largest infrastructure projects including highways, bridges, dams, rail, and power. Recognized as one of the top 25 largest construction companies in the U.S., Granite specializes in complex infrastructure projects and provides award-winning construction services in mining, earthwork, water/sewer, power, tunneling, rail, highway and bridge construction. Granite also produces construction materials-sand, gravel, ready-mix, recycled asphalt product and asphalt concrete, and is a proven leader in alternative procurement project delivery.
At Granite, our employees are our most valued asset and we are passionate about retaining, developing, and recruiting the best talent available. Our employees reflect our core values: Honesty, Integrity, Fairness, Accountability, Consideration of Others, Pursuit of Excellence, Reliability Safety and Citizenship and we are continuously looking for individuals who possess a winning attitude and share our Core Values. In exchange, we help you build a career that no other company can duplicate. You will be part of a learning culture, where teamwork and collaboration are encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is respected and valued. Add our award-winning safety program, ethics, reputation, and a commitment to continuous improvement and you’ll see that we are building more than infrastructure—together, we are building your future.
General Summary This position is responsible for coordinating an environmental program using established guidelines, including all aspects of the permitting and compliance processes, provides engineering solutions to meet environmental needs, and leadership on environmental matters in a manner consistent with company policies and procedures. Essential Job Accountabilities 1. Obtain all environmental permits necessary for the operation of quarries, sand and gravel, asphalt and other related operations to ensure compliance. 2. Provide Engineering solutions to meet to meet location environmental needs. 3. Coordinate with business unit personnel at multiple facilities including developing training programs to ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations 4. Maintain an environmental compliance database which coordinates compliance reports to agencies or parties, coordinates monitoring to meet permit conditions, and brings all worksite facilities into compliance with environmental laws. 5. Maintain an Environmental Management System (EMS) which coordinates legal requirements and compliance tasks, establishes environmental objectives and targets, determines roles and responsibilities for environmental activities, and maintains a document and record system. 6. Identify and monitor environmentally significant issues and advise management on the appropriate action to help develop and maintain Granite’s reputation as an environmental leader. 7. Assist with solving technical problems and develop solutions to meet environmental requirements.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, or other related engineering field required
Work Experience 0-2 years related work experience preferred
Knowledge, skills, and abilities Must have demonstrated decision making skills. General understanding of federal, state and local laws, policies and procedures. Experienced with scheduling, working with subcontractors, budgeting and cost control. Ability to establish relationships with agencies and represent Granite in a public forum. Strong public speaking and ability to communicate with management. Ability to work with all levels of construction project crafts and management personnel to successfully coordinate and complete work requirements. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand (for up to 8 hours), walk, sit and use hands to operate a computer keyboard. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Additional Requirements/Skills Ability to abide by Granite’s Code of Conduct on a daily basis. A team player.
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Oct 15, 2019
Full time
Building a career at Granite may be the most valuable thing you could do...
Are you interested in the opportunity to work for an industry-leading company that will give you the experience and exposure you need to build your career and personal brand? If so, then you’ve come to the right place!
Since 1922, Granite Construction has continued its long-standing commitment to building some of America’s largest infrastructure projects including highways, bridges, dams, rail, and power. Recognized as one of the top 25 largest construction companies in the U.S., Granite specializes in complex infrastructure projects and provides award-winning construction services in mining, earthwork, water/sewer, power, tunneling, rail, highway and bridge construction. Granite also produces construction materials-sand, gravel, ready-mix, recycled asphalt product and asphalt concrete, and is a proven leader in alternative procurement project delivery.
At Granite, our employees are our most valued asset and we are passionate about retaining, developing, and recruiting the best talent available. Our employees reflect our core values: Honesty, Integrity, Fairness, Accountability, Consideration of Others, Pursuit of Excellence, Reliability Safety and Citizenship and we are continuously looking for individuals who possess a winning attitude and share our Core Values. In exchange, we help you build a career that no other company can duplicate. You will be part of a learning culture, where teamwork and collaboration are encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is respected and valued. Add our award-winning safety program, ethics, reputation, and a commitment to continuous improvement and you’ll see that we are building more than infrastructure—together, we are building your future.
General Summary This position is responsible for coordinating an environmental program using established guidelines, including all aspects of the permitting and compliance processes, provides engineering solutions to meet environmental needs, and leadership on environmental matters in a manner consistent with company policies and procedures. Essential Job Accountabilities 1. Obtain all environmental permits necessary for the operation of quarries, sand and gravel, asphalt and other related operations to ensure compliance. 2. Provide Engineering solutions to meet to meet location environmental needs. 3. Coordinate with business unit personnel at multiple facilities including developing training programs to ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations 4. Maintain an environmental compliance database which coordinates compliance reports to agencies or parties, coordinates monitoring to meet permit conditions, and brings all worksite facilities into compliance with environmental laws. 5. Maintain an Environmental Management System (EMS) which coordinates legal requirements and compliance tasks, establishes environmental objectives and targets, determines roles and responsibilities for environmental activities, and maintains a document and record system. 6. Identify and monitor environmentally significant issues and advise management on the appropriate action to help develop and maintain Granite’s reputation as an environmental leader. 7. Assist with solving technical problems and develop solutions to meet environmental requirements.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, or other related engineering field required
Work Experience 0-2 years related work experience preferred
Knowledge, skills, and abilities Must have demonstrated decision making skills. General understanding of federal, state and local laws, policies and procedures. Experienced with scheduling, working with subcontractors, budgeting and cost control. Ability to establish relationships with agencies and represent Granite in a public forum. Strong public speaking and ability to communicate with management. Ability to work with all levels of construction project crafts and management personnel to successfully coordinate and complete work requirements. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand (for up to 8 hours), walk, sit and use hands to operate a computer keyboard. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Additional Requirements/Skills Ability to abide by Granite’s Code of Conduct on a daily basis. A team player.
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The Summer Internship Program provides interns an opportunity to learn more about how our efficient, safe and “green” rail network supports the global supply chain. Interns participate in group events and projects, experiencing first-hand what it is like to be a full-time BNSF employee. Operating one of the largest railroads in North America, we have countless opportunities for interns to develop their skills, create new ideas and even travel!
The program begins with an extensive corporate orientation in Fort Worth, Texas. During the training period, interns receive a company overview and interact with company leaders. Following orientation, interns receive on-the-job training according to their assigned group. The summer will be spent in Fort Worth or in a field location that can be anywhere on BNSF's system. The objective of our Summer Internship Program is to find students that will join us after graduation as part of our Management Trainee Program.
Relocation assistance may be provided to interns who are moving more than 50 driving miles from their permanent residence.
Work Location: Fort Worth, TX
Anticipated Start Date: 05/27/2020 End Date: 08/11/2020 Salary Range: $3,825 - $4,100 per month
Applicants will be notified via e-mail regarding potential interviews, testing and hiring events for this position. Please check your e-mail on a daily basis.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist the Manager of Environmental Operations with various tasks related to environmental compliance, sustainability, project permitting and planning.
Specific areas of work include:
Permitting for Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act
Permitting for Section 404 of the Clean Water Act
Permitting for Section 402 of the Clean Water Act
Sustainability metrics and report content validation
Sustainability and Permitting benchmarking
Systems and Process assessment and continuous improvement
Compliance, GIS and/or Hazardous Materials related projects
Additionally, qualified candidates must be able to:
Demonstrate the ability to perform the duties and responsibilities listed above.
Demonstrate leadership skills.
Work effectively in a team environment.
Express ideas and information in a clear and concise manner.
Recognize and respond effectively to unexpected situations and tight deadlines.
Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to changing task priorities and work situations.
Demonstrate ability to compete tasks regardless of obstacles
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Primarily an office environment, with some field activities.
Normal office hours, Monday through Friday, with weekend or evening work as required.
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENT:
Must have reliable transportation to and from work.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above for engineering majors OR cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above for non-engineering majors.
Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s or graduate degree program at an accredited university at the time of application and throughout the duration of the internship.
Less than three (3) years of work experience in a professional work environment. When calculating work experience, EXCLUDE internships or positions held while in high school or college.
Authorization to work in the US without Company sponsorship now AND in the future.
Ability to relocate to an assigned location within the BNSF Network for the summer.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher.
Pursuit of a degree in one of the following: Natural Science (Biology, Chemistry, etc.) or Engineering program with an emphasis in environmental.
Graduation date prior to September 1, 2021.
Previous work experience in related field.
Proficiency in MS Office Applications (specifically Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
Proven leadership experience and excellent oral and written communication skills.
GIS and database experience is preferred.
BENEFITS:
BNSF offers competitive benefit programs and services including, but not limited to:
Relocation Stipend
Summer Lodging Stipend
Potential for offer of fulltime position
Paid Internship
BNSF Railway is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION ELEMENTS:
Criminal history
Last 7 years of driving history
Last 5 years of employment history to include military service
Social Security number
Education
MEDICAL REVIEW ELEMENTS
Medical evaluation
Drug Screen
Other elements as needed
DRUG TEST ELEMENTS
BNSF is committed to a safe and drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing. All new hires are required to undergo a hair drug test which detects the presence of illegal drugs for months prior to testing. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping BNSF safe and drug-free.
Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC): Federal authority requires BNSF employees, whose work requires unescorted access to secure areas of port facilities, to obtain a TWIC. A TWIC is a condition of employment for such positions and requires candidates to those positions to submit to a TSA security assessment (to include, but not limited to, providing: biographic information; identity documents; fingerprints; digital photograph). More information is available at http://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic .
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Oct 15, 2019
Internship- Paid
Apply early as this job may be filled at any time .
The Summer Internship Program provides interns an opportunity to learn more about how our efficient, safe and “green” rail network supports the global supply chain. Interns participate in group events and projects, experiencing first-hand what it is like to be a full-time BNSF employee. Operating one of the largest railroads in North America, we have countless opportunities for interns to develop their skills, create new ideas and even travel!
The program begins with an extensive corporate orientation in Fort Worth, Texas. During the training period, interns receive a company overview and interact with company leaders. Following orientation, interns receive on-the-job training according to their assigned group. The summer will be spent in Fort Worth or in a field location that can be anywhere on BNSF's system. The objective of our Summer Internship Program is to find students that will join us after graduation as part of our Management Trainee Program.
Relocation assistance may be provided to interns who are moving more than 50 driving miles from their permanent residence.
Work Location: Fort Worth, TX
Anticipated Start Date: 05/27/2020 End Date: 08/11/2020 Salary Range: $3,825 - $4,100 per month
Applicants will be notified via e-mail regarding potential interviews, testing and hiring events for this position. Please check your e-mail on a daily basis.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist the Manager of Environmental Operations with various tasks related to environmental compliance, sustainability, project permitting and planning.
Specific areas of work include:
Permitting for Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act
Permitting for Section 404 of the Clean Water Act
Permitting for Section 402 of the Clean Water Act
Sustainability metrics and report content validation
Sustainability and Permitting benchmarking
Systems and Process assessment and continuous improvement
Compliance, GIS and/or Hazardous Materials related projects
Additionally, qualified candidates must be able to:
Demonstrate the ability to perform the duties and responsibilities listed above.
Demonstrate leadership skills.
Work effectively in a team environment.
Express ideas and information in a clear and concise manner.
Recognize and respond effectively to unexpected situations and tight deadlines.
Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to changing task priorities and work situations.
Demonstrate ability to compete tasks regardless of obstacles
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Primarily an office environment, with some field activities.
Normal office hours, Monday through Friday, with weekend or evening work as required.
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENT:
Must have reliable transportation to and from work.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above for engineering majors OR cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above for non-engineering majors.
Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s or graduate degree program at an accredited university at the time of application and throughout the duration of the internship.
Less than three (3) years of work experience in a professional work environment. When calculating work experience, EXCLUDE internships or positions held while in high school or college.
Authorization to work in the US without Company sponsorship now AND in the future.
Ability to relocate to an assigned location within the BNSF Network for the summer.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher.
Pursuit of a degree in one of the following: Natural Science (Biology, Chemistry, etc.) or Engineering program with an emphasis in environmental.
Graduation date prior to September 1, 2021.
Previous work experience in related field.
Proficiency in MS Office Applications (specifically Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
Proven leadership experience and excellent oral and written communication skills.
GIS and database experience is preferred.
BENEFITS:
BNSF offers competitive benefit programs and services including, but not limited to:
Relocation Stipend
Summer Lodging Stipend
Potential for offer of fulltime position
Paid Internship
BNSF Railway is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION ELEMENTS:
Criminal history
Last 7 years of driving history
Last 5 years of employment history to include military service
Social Security number
Education
MEDICAL REVIEW ELEMENTS
Medical evaluation
Drug Screen
Other elements as needed
DRUG TEST ELEMENTS
BNSF is committed to a safe and drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing. All new hires are required to undergo a hair drug test which detects the presence of illegal drugs for months prior to testing. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping BNSF safe and drug-free.
Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC): Federal authority requires BNSF employees, whose work requires unescorted access to secure areas of port facilities, to obtain a TWIC. A TWIC is a condition of employment for such positions and requires candidates to those positions to submit to a TSA security assessment (to include, but not limited to, providing: biographic information; identity documents; fingerprints; digital photograph). More information is available at http://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic .
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National Marine Fisheries Service
Honolulu, HI, USA
Summary
This position is located within the Department of Commerce (DOC), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), Pacific Islands Fisheries Science Center, Ecosystem Sciences Division, with one vacancy in Honolulu, HI.
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Responsibilities
As a Supervisory Research Marine Scientist, you will perform the following duties: • Provide leadership to program scientists and technicians promoting ecosystem research of fisheries, protected species, and marine habitats. • Formulate and conduct a program of ecosystem research on the suite of managed species providing scientific information to support the regional fishery council, other agencies and constituents. • Manage and supervise all matters including administration in the office, laboratory, and at sea as supervisor for staff of one of three programs supporting the Ecosystem Sciences Division (Habitat and Living Marine Resources, Data Management and Operations, Ocean Synthesis and Human Dimensions). • Develop funding priorities, spend plans, and performance tracking to ensure effective budget execution.
Travel Required
Occasional travel - 10% of foreign and domestic travel may be required.
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Oct 15, 2019
Full time
Summary
This position is located within the Department of Commerce (DOC), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), Pacific Islands Fisheries Science Center, Ecosystem Sciences Division, with one vacancy in Honolulu, HI.
Learn more about this agency
Responsibilities
As a Supervisory Research Marine Scientist, you will perform the following duties: • Provide leadership to program scientists and technicians promoting ecosystem research of fisheries, protected species, and marine habitats. • Formulate and conduct a program of ecosystem research on the suite of managed species providing scientific information to support the regional fishery council, other agencies and constituents. • Manage and supervise all matters including administration in the office, laboratory, and at sea as supervisor for staff of one of three programs supporting the Ecosystem Sciences Division (Habitat and Living Marine Resources, Data Management and Operations, Ocean Synthesis and Human Dimensions). • Develop funding priorities, spend plans, and performance tracking to ensure effective budget execution.
Travel Required
Occasional travel - 10% of foreign and domestic travel may be required.
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TERM AND SALARY : Full time, exempt $60,000-$65,000/year DOE plus comprehensive benefits including: medical, dental, and vision health insurance; 403b retirement savings plan; vacation and sick leave; employee assistance program; life insurance; technology stipend; and paid holidays.
POSITION SUMMARY: River Network seeks an experienced fundraising professional to join our dynamic team. The primary role of this position is to increase unrestricted support for River Network, thereby allowing River Network more ability and responsiveness in fulfilling its efforts to advance clean water and healthy rivers for all (for more information, see our current strategic plan ). This position is externally-facing by design to grow donations from individuals and corporate sponsorships, achieving or surpassing River Network’s related revenues goals (currently $330,000 /year and $100,000/year respectively). This position will work shoulder to shoulder with the Director of Philanthropy and the President/CEO, and in partnership with the Marketing and Communications Manager, Director of Finance, and other staff members to develop and execute River Network’s overall fundraising strategy on an annual basis. We are looking for a smart, energetic, organized, and determined individual with a growth mindset, experience germane to designing and executing fundraising strategies and campaigns, a proven ability to excite interest and investment, and a drive to engage and inspire existing and potential supporters. The right candidate will also have an uncanny ability to build trust and rapport with colleagues and supporters, and meaningfully connect supporters to our work.
ABOUT RIVER NETWORK : River Network envisions a future of clean and ample water for people and nature, where local caretakers are well-equipped, effective and courageous champions for our rivers. River Network’s mission is to empower and unite people and communities to protect and restore rivers and other waters that sustain all life. Visit www.rivernetwork.org to learn more about our current priorities. Our headquarters are in Boulder, Colorado and we have staff located in communities across the U.S. We are committed to embracing diversity, equity and inclusion in all areas to achieve our mission – explore our core values and commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion, our explanation for why equity, diversity an inclusion are the foundation of our mission , and our principles for equitable and inclusive work . Through our programs, we seek to connect with all communities and increase the impact of their efforts to secure clean and ample water. Through our internal practices and external leadership, we seek an inclusive workplace culture that attracts diverse staff, board, members, and supporters.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Establish annual cycle of activities related to the prospecting, cultivation and stewardship of individual donors and corporate sponsors that will achieve or surpass River Network’s related revenues goals (currently $330,000/year for individual donors and $100,000/year for corporate sponsors).
Persistently and relentlessly identify prospective individual donors and corporate sponsors, actively communicating persuasively and passionately through in-person meetings, by phone, via email, and through written products resulting in commitments to River Network and moving investors along a continuum toward higher levels of giving.
Oversee direct mail and email campaigns and appeals in collaboration with Marketing and Communications Manager and other colleagues.
Manage President/CEO’s appointment schedule with prospective and existing major donors and corporate sponsors, and engage board members and other colleagues in cultivation and stewardship efforts as appropriate.
Develop excellent working relationships with River Network’s Board of Directors, working hand in hand with individual board members to execute their annual fundraising goals and commitments.
Develop and maintain detailed records and files for all $1,000+ individual and family donors and prospects. Track all individual fundraising efforts and results in Salesforce database.
Support the execution of the corporate strategy, including persuasive communication with existing and prospective corporate partners through phone conversations, personal visits, written proposals and reports.
Undertake collaborations with colleagues and the Board of Directors with candor, integrity, and clarity.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Three to five years professional fundraising experience with in-depth experience developing and implementing successful strategies and campaigns attracting support from individuals and corporations.
Proven experience managing major donors and securing $1,000+ donations from individuals or equivalent.
Knowledge of current and evolving trends in donor engagement and corporate sponsorship.
Exceptional oral and written communication skills, proven experience translating complex and technical concepts into compelling and clear messages for specific audiences, positive attitude and energy.
Detail-oriented, with proven experience managing multiple projects simultaneously and delivering assignments within stringent deadlines.
Highly technologically savvy, with proficiency in donor management systems (Salesforce), prospect research tools, and MS Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.) and ability to comprehend and interpret nonprofit financial statements.
Commitment to values of mutual respect and collaboration, teamwork and diversity.
Access to transportation to visit with individual donor and corporate supporters and prospects, willingness to travel, and availability for events.
Ability to work from our Boulder, Colorado office location.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of river conservation, current issues in the water arena, challenges related to equity, etc.
Familiarity with the local/Colorado philanthropic community.
TO APPLY: Please send cover letter and resume as one integrated PDF or Word document to: careers@rivernetwork.org with “PHILANTHROPY MANAGER” in the subject line of the email. References, work samples, simulations, and questions will be part of the selection process. Position will remain open until an expectation of a November hire date. No phone calls please. The successful applicant must also meet the requirements of River Network’s background screening process.
Consistent with our values and our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion as stated above, River Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer . We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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Oct 14, 2019
Full time
TERM AND SALARY : Full time, exempt $60,000-$65,000/year DOE plus comprehensive benefits including: medical, dental, and vision health insurance; 403b retirement savings plan; vacation and sick leave; employee assistance program; life insurance; technology stipend; and paid holidays.
POSITION SUMMARY: River Network seeks an experienced fundraising professional to join our dynamic team. The primary role of this position is to increase unrestricted support for River Network, thereby allowing River Network more ability and responsiveness in fulfilling its efforts to advance clean water and healthy rivers for all (for more information, see our current strategic plan ). This position is externally-facing by design to grow donations from individuals and corporate sponsorships, achieving or surpassing River Network’s related revenues goals (currently $330,000 /year and $100,000/year respectively). This position will work shoulder to shoulder with the Director of Philanthropy and the President/CEO, and in partnership with the Marketing and Communications Manager, Director of Finance, and other staff members to develop and execute River Network’s overall fundraising strategy on an annual basis. We are looking for a smart, energetic, organized, and determined individual with a growth mindset, experience germane to designing and executing fundraising strategies and campaigns, a proven ability to excite interest and investment, and a drive to engage and inspire existing and potential supporters. The right candidate will also have an uncanny ability to build trust and rapport with colleagues and supporters, and meaningfully connect supporters to our work.
ABOUT RIVER NETWORK : River Network envisions a future of clean and ample water for people and nature, where local caretakers are well-equipped, effective and courageous champions for our rivers. River Network’s mission is to empower and unite people and communities to protect and restore rivers and other waters that sustain all life. Visit www.rivernetwork.org to learn more about our current priorities. Our headquarters are in Boulder, Colorado and we have staff located in communities across the U.S. We are committed to embracing diversity, equity and inclusion in all areas to achieve our mission – explore our core values and commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion, our explanation for why equity, diversity an inclusion are the foundation of our mission , and our principles for equitable and inclusive work . Through our programs, we seek to connect with all communities and increase the impact of their efforts to secure clean and ample water. Through our internal practices and external leadership, we seek an inclusive workplace culture that attracts diverse staff, board, members, and supporters.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Establish annual cycle of activities related to the prospecting, cultivation and stewardship of individual donors and corporate sponsors that will achieve or surpass River Network’s related revenues goals (currently $330,000/year for individual donors and $100,000/year for corporate sponsors).
Persistently and relentlessly identify prospective individual donors and corporate sponsors, actively communicating persuasively and passionately through in-person meetings, by phone, via email, and through written products resulting in commitments to River Network and moving investors along a continuum toward higher levels of giving.
Oversee direct mail and email campaigns and appeals in collaboration with Marketing and Communications Manager and other colleagues.
Manage President/CEO’s appointment schedule with prospective and existing major donors and corporate sponsors, and engage board members and other colleagues in cultivation and stewardship efforts as appropriate.
Develop excellent working relationships with River Network’s Board of Directors, working hand in hand with individual board members to execute their annual fundraising goals and commitments.
Develop and maintain detailed records and files for all $1,000+ individual and family donors and prospects. Track all individual fundraising efforts and results in Salesforce database.
Support the execution of the corporate strategy, including persuasive communication with existing and prospective corporate partners through phone conversations, personal visits, written proposals and reports.
Undertake collaborations with colleagues and the Board of Directors with candor, integrity, and clarity.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Three to five years professional fundraising experience with in-depth experience developing and implementing successful strategies and campaigns attracting support from individuals and corporations.
Proven experience managing major donors and securing $1,000+ donations from individuals or equivalent.
Knowledge of current and evolving trends in donor engagement and corporate sponsorship.
Exceptional oral and written communication skills, proven experience translating complex and technical concepts into compelling and clear messages for specific audiences, positive attitude and energy.
Detail-oriented, with proven experience managing multiple projects simultaneously and delivering assignments within stringent deadlines.
Highly technologically savvy, with proficiency in donor management systems (Salesforce), prospect research tools, and MS Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.) and ability to comprehend and interpret nonprofit financial statements.
Commitment to values of mutual respect and collaboration, teamwork and diversity.
Access to transportation to visit with individual donor and corporate supporters and prospects, willingness to travel, and availability for events.
Ability to work from our Boulder, Colorado office location.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of river conservation, current issues in the water arena, challenges related to equity, etc.
Familiarity with the local/Colorado philanthropic community.
TO APPLY: Please send cover letter and resume as one integrated PDF or Word document to: careers@rivernetwork.org with “PHILANTHROPY MANAGER” in the subject line of the email. References, work samples, simulations, and questions will be part of the selection process. Position will remain open until an expectation of a November hire date. No phone calls please. The successful applicant must also meet the requirements of River Network’s background screening process.
Consistent with our values and our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion as stated above, River Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer . We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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