32 jobs found

Director, Federal 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 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 The Director, Federal Policy is designed for a high energy person who enjoys advocating for strong federal policies related to climate, clean energy, water, and related policies with members of Capitol Hill.  This full-time position may be based in Washington, D.C. or Boston, MA.  This position is designed for a highly motivated, self-starter with prior policy campaign experience.  The position will report to the Vice President, Government Relations. Specific duties...

Manager, Clean Energy & Climate 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 The Manager, Clean Energy & Climate, will organize and coordinate work with investors, companies and other key stakeholders focused on encouraging companies to make ambitious corporate clean energy commitments. This position will collaborate closely with various teams across the organization working on corporate clean energy and climate commitments and policy. The Manager, Clean Energy & Climate will manage key projects and campaigns, including initiatives...

Manager, Electric Power  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 The Manager, Electric Power, will organize and coordinate work with investors, companies and other key stakeholders focused on encouraging power companies to make ambitious climate commitments and advocate for climate and clean energy policies. This position will collaborate closely with various teams across the organization working on corporate climate commitments and policy. The Manager, Electric Power will manage key projects and campaigns related to the electric power...

Part-time, seasonal position from May 15th through August 31st Hours: Flexible, Fridays through Mondays, 20-30 hours/week Salary Range: $14.00 - $16.00/hour Start date:  May 15th  Barnstable Clean Water Coalition (BCWC) is a non-profit organization working to restore and preserve clean water in Barnstable. BCWC owns and manages the eastern end of Dead Neck Sampson’s Island, a 1.4-mile barrier beach that is the site of protected, nesting shorebirds.         Duties Include: Patrol eastern end of Dead Neck Sampson’s Island and promote compliance with island rules and regulations regarding protected shorebird species. Enforce island regulations to protect listed shorebird species. Educate visitors regarding island rules, regulations, and safety concerns. Educate visitors on Dead Neck Sampson’s Island about coastal water birds and barrier island ecology. Collect data on visitors. Carry out other tasks as needed and assigned by Island Manager....

Part-time, seasonal position from April through August Hours: Flexible, Fridays through Mondays, 20-30 hours/week Salary Range: $14.00 - $16.00/hour Start date:  April 1st  Barnstable Clean Water Coalition (BCWC) is a non-profit organization working to restore and preserve clean water throughout Barnstable. BCWC owns and manages the eastern end of Dead Neck Sampson’s Island, a 1.4-mile barrier beach that is the site of protected nesting shorebirds.     Duties Include: Monitor nesting piping plovers and least terns on barrier island in conjunction with MA Audubon Coastal Waterbird Program staff. Locate and identify piping plover and least tern nesting sites and broods. Collect and record biological and behavioral data on piping plovers, least terns, and other listed shorebirds, including nest locations and abundance, along with associated environmental data. Monitor avian and mammalian predator activity. Educate island visitors on coastal waterbird conservation...

Full-time, seasonal position from March 15th through August 31st  Hours Variable, including weekends and holidays, 40 hours/week for 20 weeks Salary Range: $18.00-$20.00/hour Start Date: March 15th   Barnstable Clean Water Coalition (BCWC) is a non-profit organization working to restore and preserve clean water throughout Barnstable. BCWC owns and manages the eastern end of Dead Neck Sampson’s Island, a 1.4-mile barrier beach that is the site of protected nesting shorebirds.       Duties Include, but not limited to: Coordinate management of Dead Neck Sampson’s Island shorebird monitoring program in conjunction with MA Audubon Coastal Waterbird Program staff. Train and supervise island monitors and rangers.    Assist with construction and maintenance of symbolic and electric fencing. Monitor avian and mammalian predator activity.     Produce weekly reports on island activities including shorebird and island visitor data. Educate public on coastal waterbird...

The Monitoring Assistant will work with BCWC staff and partners in support of multiple water quality monitoring programs (groundwater, estuary, pond, bog, and streams) focused on the assessment and tracking of nutrient pollution in waters throughout the town of Barnstable.   Duties include, but are not limited to: Collect water samples and associated water quality measurements, including dissolved oxygen, turbidity, and temperature. Perform laboratory analysis of water samples. Maintain sampling and monitoring equipment. Data entry and processing in Excel.    Assist BCWC staff with other programs as needed. Qualifications: Must be 18 years or older, preference given to students, currently enrolled in, or recently graduated from a college or university with a major/degree in marine/environmental science, biology, ecology, natural resource management, or related disciplines. Experience with water quality monitoring and associated equipment. Basic...

Interns assist with the care of oysters and maintenance of upweller tank located on Hyannis Harbor. In addition, interns will be involved with water quality and marine invasive species monitoring programs at several locations in the town of Barnstable.   Duties include, but are not limited to: Assist with the daily care of oysters at off-site upweller tank on Hyannis Harbor. Sort and track growth of oysters. Clean and maintain upweller and equipment. Collect and analyze water samples from upweller and harbor. Data entry and processing of oyster and water quality data in Excel. Assist with community outreach and education on oysters and water quality. Assist with other water sampling programs and marine invasive species monitoring. Assist BCWC staff with other duties as needed.   Weekly stipend offered. Interns must provide own housing and transportation.  Part-time, June through August   Hours: Flexible, including weekends, 20-30 hours/week...

Manager, Policy, Communications and Marketing  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 tackles 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 and Responsibilities The Manager, Policy, Communications and Marketing role will support the policy and communications teams at Ceres with writing, research, and message and content development to elevate the business voice in support of climate policy and environmental equity in key states and at the federal level. We seek a highly-motivated, skillful writer looking to join a fast-paced sustainability advocacy organization to carry out advocacy communications strategies....

Manager, Transportation  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 The Manager, Transportation, will organize and coordinate work with investors, companies and other key stakeholders focused on promoting strong clean transportation policies and encouraging transportation companies and companies with a significant transportation footprint to make ambitious climate commitments and align lobbying with climate science.  The Manager will collaborate closely with various teams across the organization working on corporate climate commitments and...

Senior Manager, Environmental Justice 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 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 The Senior Manager supports Ceres’ state and federal-level policy work. This position is designed for a highly motivated, self-starter with prior policy experience who is looking to be an advocate for strong and effective state and federal climate and environmental justice goals. The position will report to the Vice President, Government Relations. Specific duties include, but are not limited to the following: Lead Ceres’ environmental, equity and...

Senior Manager, Federal 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 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 The Senior Manager, Federal Policy position focuses on federal-level climate, clean energy and clean transportation policy.  This position is designed for a highly motivated, self-starter with prior policy experience looking to be an advocate for strong and effective federal climate, clean energy, and clean transportation policies.  This is a full-time position and will report to the Director, Federal Policy.  We are open to this person working in our Boston office or...

Organization U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Reference Code EPA-REG6-2020-01 How to Apply A complete application consists of: An application Transcripts –  Click here for detailed information about acceptable transcripts A current resume/CV, including academic history, employment history, relevant experiences, and publication list One educational or professional recommendation All documents must be in English or include an official English translation. If you have questions, send an email to  EPArpp@orau.org . Please include the reference code for this opportunity in your email. Application Deadline  2/3/2021 10:06:09 AM  Eastern Time Zone Description *Applications will be reviewed on a rolling-basis. A research opportunity is available at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Region 6, Dallas, TX in the NPDES/Wetlands Review Section. Research project opportunity to review mitigation bank types and evaluate their...

Organization  U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Reference Code  USDA-USFS-2021-0042 How to Apply A complete application package consists of: An application Transcript(s) – For this opportunity, an unofficial transcript or copy of the student academic records printed by the applicant or by academic advisors from internal institution systems may be submitted.  Selected candidate must provide proof of completion of the degree before the appointment can start.  All transcripts must be in English or include an official English translation.  Click  Here  for detailed information about acceptable transcripts. A current resume/CV Two educational or professional recommendations All documents must be in English or include an official English translation. Description *Applications may be reviewed on a rolling-basis.   USFS Office/Lab and Location:  A research training opportunity is available at the USDA Forest Service, Pacific Northwest...

About the opportunity SWCA is seeking a Natural Resources Summer Intern for Summer 2021 for our Westborough, MA location.  SWCA provides a range of services including ecological design, landscape architecture, environmental site assessment, resource identification, environmental planning, permitting, mitigation, restoration, and remediation. The Firm employs designers and scientists with expertise, interest, and experience to perform tasks with professional acumen and attention to detail. The Natural Resources department employs professional wetland scientists, certified soil scientists, certified wildlife biologists, GIS specialists, environmental designers and planners, and environmental engineers. What you will accomplish The Natural Resources Internship is specifically targeted to assisting wetland scientists with wetland delineations in the field. However, the intern may also have the opportunity to work on other projects such as rare species and...

About the opportunity SWCA Environmental Consultants has an exciting opportunity for field biologists with particular experience completing botanical surveys in the southwest. We are looking for biologists for both Tucson and Phoenix offices. This is a temporary, hourly position depending on workload needs, with the potential for career growth.    What you will accomplish  Under the supervision of a botany crew leader, the successful applicant will survey and map plants in the southwestern deserts, including native and non-native species. These surveys will be conducted in various vegetation types throughout central and southern Arizona and southern New Mexico. Tasks required include field surveys (primarily for vegetation, but also wildlife when needed), data collection such as photographing and documenting field site conditions, habitat, identification of species and landforms. Use topographic maps, aerial photographs, GPS units, and other maps and tools to...

Our People & Places Solutions business – reinforces our drive to improve the lives of people everywhere and epitomizes the “why” of what we do – the tremendous positive impact and value our solutions bring to our communities and society as a whole. From facilities delivering life-saving therapies and ensuring clean water to enabling the connection of people through all modes of transportation and providing access to technology – we’re integrating a multitude of these solution elements to build the smart environments of tomorrow. Start your Jacobs career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow. Your Impact: We’re seeking an environmental scientist who can lead wetland permitting and compliance efforts for transportation, water and other infrastructure projects. Work will include the identification of permitting and regulatory requirements for a variety of public and...

Environmental Advocates NY seeks candidates  for our Clean Water Associate position.  This position is integral to our clean water program, which advocates to protect New York’s waters from source to tap.    Environmental Advocates NY has served as the state’s government watchdog in Albany for more than 50 years. We are a nonprofit organization that fights for bold and just environmental policies to restore and protect New York State’s environment and encourage healthy and vibrant communities for all. We seek candidates who are highly motivated to change public policy and be a part of the  movement for environmental justice.   Job Description The Clean Water Associate is a full-time salaried exempt position that reports to the Director of Clean Water. The Associate will analyze and advocate for strong water policies and organize powerful coalitions to secure clean water for all New Yorkers and to eliminate environmental injustices committed against low-income...