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Application Deadline: February 8, 2021 Service Term Dates: April 12 – September 21, 2021   General Description: Live, learn and explore Maine’s conservation pockets with Maine Conservation Corps (MCC). As an individual placement member, you can make in impact within an organization and the community through achieving specific Host Site goals as unique as each placement.  Environmental Stewards (ES) accomplish a wide variety of conservation projects ranging from water quality monitoring, habitat restoration, mobilizing volunteers to maintain hiking trails, banding and gathering data on songbirds, restoring eelgrass, teaching school kids about shellfisheries, mapping invasive species, and more. Gain experience and an adventure while making a difference.   This is a specific position with Department of Environmental Protection - Maine Healthy Beaches. When you apply, you can specify you are only interested in this position or also the 900 hour Environmental Steward...

Application Deadline: March 15, 2021 Service Term Dates: June 1 – November 12, 2021   General Description: Live, learn and explore Maine’s conservation pockets with Maine Conservation Corps (MCC). As an individual placement member, you can make in impact within an organization and the community through achieving specific Host Site goals as unique as each placement.  Environmental Stewards (ES) accomplish a wide variety of conservation projects ranging from water quality monitoring, habitat restoration, mobilizing volunteers to maintain hiking trails, banding and gathering data on songbirds, restoring eelgrass, teaching school kids about shellfisheries, mapping invasive species, and more. Gain experience and an adventure while making a difference.   This is a general description of MCC ES positions but does not capture the objectives of each host site.   Location: Individual sites will be posted on the MCC website as they are recruited. Applicants will be...

Summary The Sustainability department is responsible for developing the sustainability strategy and plans for NYPA and the Canal Corp., managing performance and preparing annual reports. The Sustainability program aligns with and supports the strategic vision and New York State’s ambitious climate and energy goals. The Lead Sustainability Analyst is responsible for managing the climate and energy program areas and works on a variety of projects and initiatives. These include:   Developing a comprehensive greenhouse inventory that meets full reporting standards Analyzing energy use and greenhouse emissions across the  value chain and identifying opportunities to reduce the  organization’s carbon footprint Assessing climate change impacts and developing climate resilience and adaptation plans   The Lead Sustainability Analyst is expected to serve as a strategic sustainability advisor to business units and departments across the organization, providing...

About Sustainable Conservation Sustainable Conservation helps California thrive by uniting people to solve the toughest challenges facing our land, air, and water. Every day, we bring together business, landowners, communities and government, in some of the most productive yet economically disadvantaged parts of California, to steward the resources on which we all depend in ways that are just and make economic sense. Sustainable Conservation’s current focus is driving collaborative solutions to meet the water needs of California’s environment, economy and people for current and future generations with particular focus on advancing sustainable groundwater management and accelerating the stewardship of natural and working lands and waterways.  A sustainable water future for California that supports a thriving economy is achievable. But, a future in which nature and people have access to clean, affordable and reliable water is possible only by working with – not against – each...

Hudson Valley Native Landscaping is a family-owned business that has been serving residential property owners throughout New York’s Hudson Valley since 2009.  In our forestry division, we restore woodlands, manually remove invasive plants, and incorporate permaculture philosophies.  In our native landscaping division, we design and plant gardens. Demand is growing for this type of service and we are perfectly positioned to lead in the marketplace. The long-term opportunities for you in the residential field are enormous. As an Operations Manager, you will draw upon your knowledge of forest ecology, while supervising and working side by side with your team to directly improve the health and biology of our client’s yards & woodlands.  We invite you to join our team in bringing this rapidly growing company to the next level.   Job Description:   Plan and supervise field work in the restoration of impaired edge habitat. Provide knowledgeable consultations for...

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

The Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission (MORPC) is seeking an Intern for the Department of Planning & Sustainability to provide assistance to MORPC’s energy planning and air quality program work, as well as active transportation. The selected intern will develop a clear understanding of regional planning and more specifically, air quality and energy planning.  Examples of Duties Assignments will include working with MORPC staff on a variety of planning projects with focus on both energy and air quality projects. Tasks include conducting research and developing documents. More specifically, some of the work will be related to emission analysis, updating MORPC’s solar toolkit, assisting with air quality messaging, education, and marketing. The ideal candidate will have experience conducting independent research, identifying marketing and outreach strategies, and preparing interpretive reports and presentations. The Intern works under the direct supervision of full-time...

The Sustainability Officer will lead Baltimore County’s effort to become a national leader in developing and implementing strategies to mitigate climate change and to create a more sustainable future for all of its residents. This includes leading County-wide work to reduce energy consumption, increase use of renewable energy, promote environmental protection and restoration, build green infrastructure, reduce waste, and promote sustainable growth policies. The Sustainability Officer will report to the County Executive through the Chief of Staff and will lead inter-departmental sustainability initiatives. The ideal candidate has knowledge of federal, state and local environmental protection, transportation, community development, energy and land use policies; familiarity with local government planning and development processes; and knowledge of federal, state and philanthropic funding to support sustainability initiatives.  Examples of Duties Essential Job Functions...

Description Under general direction, the Solid Waste and Environmental Services Program Manager plans, directs, and oversees the activities, operations, and projects of complex programs; serves as a technical expert and resource for assigned programs including providing extensive, in-depth, and specialized administrative, budgetary, financial, and compliance research, analysis, and support; analyzes programmatic practices and procedures and develops and implements recommendations for operational, policy, and procedural improvements; oversees and conducts needs analyses, feasibility studies, and evaluations for assigned programs; oversees, develops, summarizes, and maintains administrative, staff, technical, and fiscal reports and records; fosters cooperative working relationships among Department and City units and divisions and acts as a liaison with various community, public, and regulatory agencies; and performs related work as required.   The Solid Waste and Environmental...

Senior Manager, Financial Institutions Engagement,  Ceres Accelerator for Sustainable Capital Markets 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 ). Here is more information on the Ceres Accelerator  https://www.ceres.org/accelerator .    Description & Responsibilities This is a full-time position, preferably based in the Boston or New York City area.  This position is designed for a highly motivated, self-starter with prior policy campaign experience looking to be an advocate for strong and effective climate and clean energy policies, especially in the financial...

Title:  Education and Interpretation Individual Placement Location:   Shenandoah National Park (Luray, Virginia) Estimated Project Dates:   March 1 – August 27, 2021 or April 25 – October 22, 2021 (or 26 weeks) Status:  This is a full-time, seasonal 900 hour AmeriCorps National Service position. Questions?   Contact   ACCrecruiting@conservationlegacy.org     Position Summary: The Education and Interpretation Individual Placement is an internship position based at Shenandoah National Park (SHEN) in Virginia. Interns may work out of Dickey Ridge Visitor Center (North District, mile 4.6), Byrd Visitor Center (Central District, mile 51) or the Education Office (Park Headquarters). The Individual Placement (IP) will work with and report directly to National Park Service Staff. Interpretation and Education Individual Placements are responsible for preparing and presenting programs for the general public and educational groups including guided walks and hikes,...

General Description Live, serve, and explore Maine’s wilderness, coast and mountains with Maine Conservation Corps (MCC).  Members serve in teams of three to six, using traditional construction and maintenance skills to enhance hiking, biking, skiing, and other types of recreational trails throughout the state.  Learn how to highline a 500-pound boulder to construct a stone staircase, build timber structures, or open access to treasured natural areas.  You’ll make a difference in local communities, while connecting to nature, peers and yourself.  Build a path, while finding yours.    Location: 54 Independence Drive, Augusta, ME 04330 Training typically takes place in the Augusta area; field projects are conducted throughout Maine.   Start Date:  June 1, 2021   End Date:   October 1, 2021   Time Requirement: Full time, 40 hours a week, 7:00am – 4:30pm, for 9 days (Monday – Tuesday), followed by 5 days off OR Monday – Friday with weekends off. It is typical to...

Live, serve, and explore Maine’s wilderness, coast and mountains with Maine Conservation Corps (MCC). Get paid for 6 weeks of leadership and technical skills training and then practice those skills while serving and supporting a team leader in managing a crew to enhance hiking, biking, skiing, and other types of recreational trails throughout the state. Gain training and experience in leadership while learning how to highline a 500-pound boulder to construct a stone staircase, build timber structures, or open access to treasured natural areas.  You’ll make a difference in the lives of your team and local communities, while connecting to nature, peers and yourself.  Build a path, while finding yours.    Location:   MCC Office: 54 Independence Drive, Augusta, ME 04330 Training typically takes place in the Augusta area; field projects occur throughout Maine.   Start Date:  April 20, 2021   End Date:   October 1, 2021   Time requirements: Full time, 40+ hours a...

Director, Campaigns, Ceres Accelerator for Sustainable Capital Markets 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 ). Here is more information on the Ceres Accelerator    https://www.ceres.org/accelerator .  Description & Responsibilities Ceres is searching for a full-time Campaign Director to coordinate all actors and pieces of mobilizing investors and financial institutions to step up action to address the climate crisis.   The first project to manage is Ceres’ Accelerator Net Zero Finance Campaign. This position is designed for a highly motivated, self-starter with prior...

Senior Associate, Water and Agriculture Resilience Organization    Ceres is a sustainability nonprofit organization leading the most influential investors and companies to build leadership and drive solutions throughout the economy. Through our powerful networks and advocacy, we tackle the world’s biggest sustainability challenges, including climate change, water scarcity and pollution, and human rights abuses. For more information about Ceres, please visit our website ( www.ceres.org ). Description & Responsibilities Ceres’ Water Program promotes capital market solutions to the global water crisis by accelerating private sector leadership on sustainable water management, through cutting-edge research, company engagement, investor mobilization and advocacy. Ultimately our work is about changing the way the world’s largest economic actors value and manage water.  The Senior Associate, Water and Agriculture Resilience position supports the program’s efforts to...