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.
Skills for Rhode Island's Future
Providence, RI, USA
Skills for Rhode Island's Future is recruiting candidates for Boston Energy Wind Power Services Inc. Boston Energy is a provider of service, inspection and maintenance services to the onshore and offshore wind energy sector.
Responsibilities:
Manage daily operations of Boston Energy Wind Power Services Inc.
Manage Client relations across multiple states within the USA
Strategic Development to significantly build and grow the business to be both the customer and the Technicians choice of partner
Identify new opportunities with existing and new customers
To manage teams of people in multiple areas to ensure Boston Energy Wind Power Services competitive edge is upheld and improved upon
Profit and Loss responsibility for Boston Energy Wind Power Services, including a detailed grasp of the commercial operation to ensure value and profit is maximized.
Key Characteristics of the role:
The successful candidate will possess the following characteristics:
Ability to meet demands of a fast-moving business with expectations of a high level of service
Ability to simultaneously drive the business forward via multiple work streams
Is adaptable, flexible and possesses a can-do attitude
Outstanding communication skills at all levels
100% accuracy and an eye for detail
Strong technical understanding of recruiting and managing both external and internal wind turbine technicians
Act as a strong manager and good motivator for overall team performance
Willingness to travel up to 75% of the time
Required Qualifications:
Excellent results in education
Is tenacious, flexible, and resilient and able to maintain excellent attention to detail
Must have previously held a position of equivalent responsibilities including team management
Experience in the recruitment and/or energy sector
Sep 18, 2019
Full time
Skills for Rhode Island's Future is recruiting candidates for Boston Energy Wind Power Services Inc. Boston Energy is a provider of service, inspection and maintenance services to the onshore and offshore wind energy sector.
Responsibilities:
Manage daily operations of Boston Energy Wind Power Services Inc.
Manage Client relations across multiple states within the USA
Strategic Development to significantly build and grow the business to be both the customer and the Technicians choice of partner
Identify new opportunities with existing and new customers
To manage teams of people in multiple areas to ensure Boston Energy Wind Power Services competitive edge is upheld and improved upon
Profit and Loss responsibility for Boston Energy Wind Power Services, including a detailed grasp of the commercial operation to ensure value and profit is maximized.
Key Characteristics of the role:
The successful candidate will possess the following characteristics:
Ability to meet demands of a fast-moving business with expectations of a high level of service
Ability to simultaneously drive the business forward via multiple work streams
Is adaptable, flexible and possesses a can-do attitude
Outstanding communication skills at all levels
100% accuracy and an eye for detail
Strong technical understanding of recruiting and managing both external and internal wind turbine technicians
Act as a strong manager and good motivator for overall team performance
Willingness to travel up to 75% of the time
Required Qualifications:
Excellent results in education
Is tenacious, flexible, and resilient and able to maintain excellent attention to detail
Must have previously held a position of equivalent responsibilities including team management
Experience in the recruitment and/or energy sector
Description
Founded in 1936, The National Wildlife Federation (NWF) and its 51 state and territorial affiliate partners are working to ensure that wildlife are able to thrive in a rapidly changing world. NWF is one of the nation’s oldest and most respected conservation organizations; through their seven regional offices across the country and the National Advocacy Center in Washington, DC, NWF aims to protect, restore, and connect wildlife habitat, to support 21st-centruy wildlife management, to educate the next generation of conservation stewards, and to connect both children and adults with the natural world.
The National Wildlife Federation’s South Central Region covers 12 states (IO, KS, OK, MO, TX, AR, LA, MS, AL, GA, FL, SC) and two territories (Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands). The regional office is headquartered in Austin, TX, with additional offices in New Orleans and Atlanta. The conservation work of the South Central Region is largely focused on water.
This is an exciting time of growth and expansion for NWF’s work in Texas. Launched in 2001, the Texas Living Waters Project is advancing environmentally sound management of fresh water resources in Texas; the Mississippi River Delta Restoration project focuses on the restoration and rebuilding of Louisiana’s deteriorating coastal wetland ecosystem; and the Gulf Restoration Program actively promotes the investment of funds from the 2010 Gulf Oil Spill in the restoration and protection of coastal resources.
The Director of Texas Water Programs role is a full-time position based in Austin, Texas.
To learn more about the work of the National Wildlife Federation, please visit www.nwf.org .
The Opportunity
The South Central Regional Center of the National Wildlife Federation is currently seeking a dynamic Director of Texas Water Programs to lead NWF’s water-related policy and program work in Texas, with a primary focus on NWF’s signature Texas program, the Texas Living Waters Project . The Texas Living Waters Project is an NWF-led coalition effort to improve the state’s management and use of water to ensure that sufficient freshwater is available to support abundant fish and wildlife along with thriving communities and a robust economy.
Reporting directly to the Regional Executive Director, South Central Region, the Director of Texas Water Programs is responsible for the overall direction and management of the program, overseeing a staff of three-to-five people, managing relationships with project partners, and securing the funds necessary to sustain and expand program work. The Director will also serve as the primary external face of NWF’s Texas water work with state and local decision-makers, the media, business and community stakeholders, donors and supporters, and partners and allies in the conservation community.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Program Direction : Oversee the development and execution of strategies for water-related policy and program work in Texas, including but not limited to the Texas Living Waters Project.
External Communications : Represent NWF in a variety of forums and venues, including legislative hearings and state agency proceedings, media events, conferences and workshops, and meetings with business, community, or conservation allies.
Partnership Development and Management : Oversee the development and successful execution of both formal and informal partnerships with conservation allies in Texas.
Staff Management: Manage water program staff to optimize their effectiveness, professional development, and contributions to NWF conservation work in Texas.
Fundraising : Sustain existing funding for NWF water work in Texas by maintaining positive working relationships with current funders, developing compelling proposals, and effectively communicating program accomplishments. Work with Regional Executive Director and Philanthropy staff to cultivate and secure support from new funders in support of water programs in Texas.
Financial Management : In collaboration with Deputy Director for the NWF South Central Region, ensure effective, sound, and strategic use of the Texas water program’s financial resources.
Support NWF Conservation Mission : Advise the Regional Executive Director on pertinent water issues in the NWF South Central Region or the country, as needed.
Candidate Profile
The Director of Texas Water Programs will be a knowledgeable, collaborative, and action-oriented leader with a compelling presence and exceptional relationship-building skills. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in Texas water law and policy to advance the cause of water for wildlife in a state where water is limited, the population is expanding, and abundant fish and wildlife are a vital part of the state’s identity and natural heritage.
While no one candidate will possess every quality outlined for this position , the successful candidate will bring many of the following professional qualifications and personal attributes:
Authentic passion for National Wildlife Federation’s mission and commitment to protecting natural resources.
Strategic leader, with a minimum of 5 years senior management experience leading water program work at the local, state, regional or national level.
Significant knowledge and experience with Texas water law/policy or and/or Western water law/policy
Demonstrated success in fundraising, including proposal development, particularly with foundations and other institutional sources.
Successful track record in team leadership and inspiring a mission-driven team to achieve results; collegial and team-building approach.
Strong interpersonal, presentation and communication skills; ability to represent NWF in a professional, engaging and dynamic manner.
Demonstrated track record in developing, cultivating, and maintaining effective partnerships with allies both within the conservation field and with non-conservation stakeholders and allies.
Willingness to travel within the community and nationally as needed to meet the organizations goals.
Undergraduate degree required; advanced degree in in natural-resource, policy-related field, or relevant field preferred (education does not take the place of robust/relevant work experience).
Contact
Kara Teising and Shavon Bell of Koya Leadership Partners have been exclusively retained for this search. To express your interest in this role, please submit materials here . Materials should include a thorough resume and compelling letter of interest. All inquiries and discussions will be considered strictly confidential.
The National Wildlife Federation is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with disabilities, women, and LGBT applicants.
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Sep 12, 2019
Full time
Description
Founded in 1936, The National Wildlife Federation (NWF) and its 51 state and territorial affiliate partners are working to ensure that wildlife are able to thrive in a rapidly changing world. NWF is one of the nation’s oldest and most respected conservation organizations; through their seven regional offices across the country and the National Advocacy Center in Washington, DC, NWF aims to protect, restore, and connect wildlife habitat, to support 21st-centruy wildlife management, to educate the next generation of conservation stewards, and to connect both children and adults with the natural world.
The National Wildlife Federation’s South Central Region covers 12 states (IO, KS, OK, MO, TX, AR, LA, MS, AL, GA, FL, SC) and two territories (Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands). The regional office is headquartered in Austin, TX, with additional offices in New Orleans and Atlanta. The conservation work of the South Central Region is largely focused on water.
This is an exciting time of growth and expansion for NWF’s work in Texas. Launched in 2001, the Texas Living Waters Project is advancing environmentally sound management of fresh water resources in Texas; the Mississippi River Delta Restoration project focuses on the restoration and rebuilding of Louisiana’s deteriorating coastal wetland ecosystem; and the Gulf Restoration Program actively promotes the investment of funds from the 2010 Gulf Oil Spill in the restoration and protection of coastal resources.
The Director of Texas Water Programs role is a full-time position based in Austin, Texas.
To learn more about the work of the National Wildlife Federation, please visit www.nwf.org .
The Opportunity
The South Central Regional Center of the National Wildlife Federation is currently seeking a dynamic Director of Texas Water Programs to lead NWF’s water-related policy and program work in Texas, with a primary focus on NWF’s signature Texas program, the Texas Living Waters Project . The Texas Living Waters Project is an NWF-led coalition effort to improve the state’s management and use of water to ensure that sufficient freshwater is available to support abundant fish and wildlife along with thriving communities and a robust economy.
Reporting directly to the Regional Executive Director, South Central Region, the Director of Texas Water Programs is responsible for the overall direction and management of the program, overseeing a staff of three-to-five people, managing relationships with project partners, and securing the funds necessary to sustain and expand program work. The Director will also serve as the primary external face of NWF’s Texas water work with state and local decision-makers, the media, business and community stakeholders, donors and supporters, and partners and allies in the conservation community.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Program Direction : Oversee the development and execution of strategies for water-related policy and program work in Texas, including but not limited to the Texas Living Waters Project.
External Communications : Represent NWF in a variety of forums and venues, including legislative hearings and state agency proceedings, media events, conferences and workshops, and meetings with business, community, or conservation allies.
Partnership Development and Management : Oversee the development and successful execution of both formal and informal partnerships with conservation allies in Texas.
Staff Management: Manage water program staff to optimize their effectiveness, professional development, and contributions to NWF conservation work in Texas.
Fundraising : Sustain existing funding for NWF water work in Texas by maintaining positive working relationships with current funders, developing compelling proposals, and effectively communicating program accomplishments. Work with Regional Executive Director and Philanthropy staff to cultivate and secure support from new funders in support of water programs in Texas.
Financial Management : In collaboration with Deputy Director for the NWF South Central Region, ensure effective, sound, and strategic use of the Texas water program’s financial resources.
Support NWF Conservation Mission : Advise the Regional Executive Director on pertinent water issues in the NWF South Central Region or the country, as needed.
Candidate Profile
The Director of Texas Water Programs will be a knowledgeable, collaborative, and action-oriented leader with a compelling presence and exceptional relationship-building skills. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in Texas water law and policy to advance the cause of water for wildlife in a state where water is limited, the population is expanding, and abundant fish and wildlife are a vital part of the state’s identity and natural heritage.
While no one candidate will possess every quality outlined for this position , the successful candidate will bring many of the following professional qualifications and personal attributes:
Authentic passion for National Wildlife Federation’s mission and commitment to protecting natural resources.
Strategic leader, with a minimum of 5 years senior management experience leading water program work at the local, state, regional or national level.
Significant knowledge and experience with Texas water law/policy or and/or Western water law/policy
Demonstrated success in fundraising, including proposal development, particularly with foundations and other institutional sources.
Successful track record in team leadership and inspiring a mission-driven team to achieve results; collegial and team-building approach.
Strong interpersonal, presentation and communication skills; ability to represent NWF in a professional, engaging and dynamic manner.
Demonstrated track record in developing, cultivating, and maintaining effective partnerships with allies both within the conservation field and with non-conservation stakeholders and allies.
Willingness to travel within the community and nationally as needed to meet the organizations goals.
Undergraduate degree required; advanced degree in in natural-resource, policy-related field, or relevant field preferred (education does not take the place of robust/relevant work experience).
Contact
Kara Teising and Shavon Bell of Koya Leadership Partners have been exclusively retained for this search. To express your interest in this role, please submit materials here . Materials should include a thorough resume and compelling letter of interest. All inquiries and discussions will be considered strictly confidential.
The National Wildlife Federation is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with disabilities, women, and LGBT applicants.
Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com
Description
Founded in 1936, the National Wildlife Federation has grown into America's largest and most trusted grassroots conservation organization with 52 state/territorial affiliates and more than six million members and supporters, including hunters, anglers, gardeners, birders, hikers, campers, paddlers, etc. The mission of the National Wildlife Federation is to unite all Americans to ensure wildlife thrive in our rapidly changing world. The organization's programs focus on conserving wildlife, restoring habitat and waterways, expanding outdoor opportunities, connecting children with nature, and addressing the causes and consequences of climate change.
We are seeking a Senior Coordinator to join the Tropical Forests and Agriculture Program at the National Wildlife Federation (NWF) in Washington, DC to provide administrative and operational support for projects focused on advancing more sustainable business practices among major international companies involved in the production, sourcing and financing of agricultural products.
You will work alongside leading programmatic experts and liaise with partner organizations, coalitions and multi-stakeholder groups to help ensure effective and efficient execution of projects.
Background
For the past thirty years, the National Wildlife Federation (NWF) has worked internationally to protect wildlife habitat in key regions of the tropics. The goal of our international work is to eliminate tropical deforestation and human rights abuses driven by the production of globally traded agricultural commodities (soy, beef, leather, palm oil, pulp and paper) - the leading drivers of forest loss and habitat conversion in Latin America and Southeast Asia. NWF works with other leading conservation organizations through coalitions and multi-stakeholder partnerships to advance support for deforestation-free agriculture production, sourcing and financing.
The Senior Coordinator will report directly to the Senior Program Manager, and work in conjunction with the rest of the team based in Washington, DC, Europe, and Brazil to develop and implement administrative and operational processes to support our programmatic efforts.
In this role you will :
Work alongside NWF staff in fostering support for multi-stakeholder efforts aimed at eliminating deforestation and habitat loss from beef, leather, palm oil, soy cacao, and pulp and paper supply chains.
Work closely with the Senior Program Manager, Program Director and other team members to manage relationships with partner organizations, consultants and contractors, and ensure effective and efficient execution of project deliverables.
Represent NWF in coalition working groups, collaborating directly with your counterparts at partner organizations.
Provide coordination and support for cross-cutting work streams, including monitoring and evaluation of project deliverables.
Track project workflows, maintain effective organizational processes and systems, and help ensure all project deliverables are met.
Serve as the point person for the preparation, submission, review, and execution of sub-grant agreements and contracts, liaising with internal NWF departments and external groups.
Provide budgetary support for projects, tracking contract disbursements, preparing progress reports, and helping ensure project spend-down rates stay on track.
Review and process invoices from partners and contractors, prepare wire transfer forms, and archive all documentation.
Organize, coordinate logistics, and carry out tasks to ensure effective meetings, calls, conferences, webinars, and other events (e.g. creating calendar appointments, save the date announcements, event flyers, managing participant lists, coordinating catering services).
Take notes during calls and meetings, identify and prioritize action items, discuss follow-up points with team members, and disseminate notes and deliverable timelines.
Help review and prepare documents and materials.
Conduct general administrative tasks related to implementing NWF's international program, supporting effective execution of grant deliverables, and supporting office functions, including maintaining files and online subscriptions, correspondence and contact databases, phone/communications, and making travel arrangements.
Qualifications :
Fluency in English and professional proficiency in Spanish.
At least three years of professional experience.
Experience managing simultaneous work streams and tracking deliverables.
Experience organizing and coordinating calls, meetings, workshops, conferences and/or events.
Experience managing relationships with partner organizations and/or external clients.
Experience reviewing and overseeing contract development and financial disbursements.
Experience developing and maintaining effective organizational systems and workflow processes.
Experience taking notes on calls, identifying action items and following-up with responsible parties.
Ability to juggle multiple tasks and coordinate different workpieces simultaneously.
Extremely well organized with acute attention to detail.
Strong interpersonal and networking skills.
High level of computer proficiency with Windows OS and Microsoft Office.
Self-starter, with a high degree of initiative.
Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
Ability to work with people of different cultural and professional backgrounds.
Your actions are expected to reflect the staff values of the National Wildlife Federation: collaboration, mindfulness, empowerment, inclusivity, and mission focus.
Additional preferred qualifications :
Additional language skills in Brazilian Portuguese.
Experience working in South America (or internationally).
Experience translating correspondences and documents between English and/or Spanish and/or Portuguese.
Experience using web conferencing tools, such as Zoom and Webex.
Experience with donor/grant reporting.
Travel requirements : Occasional travel will be required, including internationally (sometimes to remote locations).
Salary : $56,000 – $63,000 (commensurate with experience and skill set)
The National Wildlife Federation offers excellent benefits, including 16 weeks of paid FMLA leave, competitive compensation, and a family-friendly, flexible work environment.
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Sep 12, 2019
Full time
Description
Founded in 1936, the National Wildlife Federation has grown into America's largest and most trusted grassroots conservation organization with 52 state/territorial affiliates and more than six million members and supporters, including hunters, anglers, gardeners, birders, hikers, campers, paddlers, etc. The mission of the National Wildlife Federation is to unite all Americans to ensure wildlife thrive in our rapidly changing world. The organization's programs focus on conserving wildlife, restoring habitat and waterways, expanding outdoor opportunities, connecting children with nature, and addressing the causes and consequences of climate change.
We are seeking a Senior Coordinator to join the Tropical Forests and Agriculture Program at the National Wildlife Federation (NWF) in Washington, DC to provide administrative and operational support for projects focused on advancing more sustainable business practices among major international companies involved in the production, sourcing and financing of agricultural products.
You will work alongside leading programmatic experts and liaise with partner organizations, coalitions and multi-stakeholder groups to help ensure effective and efficient execution of projects.
Background
For the past thirty years, the National Wildlife Federation (NWF) has worked internationally to protect wildlife habitat in key regions of the tropics. The goal of our international work is to eliminate tropical deforestation and human rights abuses driven by the production of globally traded agricultural commodities (soy, beef, leather, palm oil, pulp and paper) - the leading drivers of forest loss and habitat conversion in Latin America and Southeast Asia. NWF works with other leading conservation organizations through coalitions and multi-stakeholder partnerships to advance support for deforestation-free agriculture production, sourcing and financing.
The Senior Coordinator will report directly to the Senior Program Manager, and work in conjunction with the rest of the team based in Washington, DC, Europe, and Brazil to develop and implement administrative and operational processes to support our programmatic efforts.
In this role you will :
Work alongside NWF staff in fostering support for multi-stakeholder efforts aimed at eliminating deforestation and habitat loss from beef, leather, palm oil, soy cacao, and pulp and paper supply chains.
Work closely with the Senior Program Manager, Program Director and other team members to manage relationships with partner organizations, consultants and contractors, and ensure effective and efficient execution of project deliverables.
Represent NWF in coalition working groups, collaborating directly with your counterparts at partner organizations.
Provide coordination and support for cross-cutting work streams, including monitoring and evaluation of project deliverables.
Track project workflows, maintain effective organizational processes and systems, and help ensure all project deliverables are met.
Serve as the point person for the preparation, submission, review, and execution of sub-grant agreements and contracts, liaising with internal NWF departments and external groups.
Provide budgetary support for projects, tracking contract disbursements, preparing progress reports, and helping ensure project spend-down rates stay on track.
Review and process invoices from partners and contractors, prepare wire transfer forms, and archive all documentation.
Organize, coordinate logistics, and carry out tasks to ensure effective meetings, calls, conferences, webinars, and other events (e.g. creating calendar appointments, save the date announcements, event flyers, managing participant lists, coordinating catering services).
Take notes during calls and meetings, identify and prioritize action items, discuss follow-up points with team members, and disseminate notes and deliverable timelines.
Help review and prepare documents and materials.
Conduct general administrative tasks related to implementing NWF's international program, supporting effective execution of grant deliverables, and supporting office functions, including maintaining files and online subscriptions, correspondence and contact databases, phone/communications, and making travel arrangements.
Qualifications :
Fluency in English and professional proficiency in Spanish.
At least three years of professional experience.
Experience managing simultaneous work streams and tracking deliverables.
Experience organizing and coordinating calls, meetings, workshops, conferences and/or events.
Experience managing relationships with partner organizations and/or external clients.
Experience reviewing and overseeing contract development and financial disbursements.
Experience developing and maintaining effective organizational systems and workflow processes.
Experience taking notes on calls, identifying action items and following-up with responsible parties.
Ability to juggle multiple tasks and coordinate different workpieces simultaneously.
Extremely well organized with acute attention to detail.
Strong interpersonal and networking skills.
High level of computer proficiency with Windows OS and Microsoft Office.
Self-starter, with a high degree of initiative.
Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
Ability to work with people of different cultural and professional backgrounds.
Your actions are expected to reflect the staff values of the National Wildlife Federation: collaboration, mindfulness, empowerment, inclusivity, and mission focus.
Additional preferred qualifications :
Additional language skills in Brazilian Portuguese.
Experience working in South America (or internationally).
Experience translating correspondences and documents between English and/or Spanish and/or Portuguese.
Experience using web conferencing tools, such as Zoom and Webex.
Experience with donor/grant reporting.
Travel requirements : Occasional travel will be required, including internationally (sometimes to remote locations).
Salary : $56,000 – $63,000 (commensurate with experience and skill set)
The National Wildlife Federation offers excellent benefits, including 16 weeks of paid FMLA leave, competitive compensation, and a family-friendly, flexible work environment.
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OVERALL FUNCTION
The Oceans Program works to find constructive solutions to the most critical problems threatening the world’s marine environments. At the national, regional, and international levels, our team of scientists, attorneys and economists are working with fishermen to establish fair and sensible limits on their catch that will allow fisheries to recover. EDF’s Oceans Program works to improve the health of the oceans via innovative and durable solutions to today’s toughest fishery management challenges. Our Oceans Program has focused on fisheries in the waters of the United States, Mexico and the Caribbean and Europe and is now implementing its strategy to influence fisheries reform globally to ensure more fish in the water, more food on the plate, and more prosperous communities.
Under the direction of the Chief Counsel, Oceans, the Policy Manager will be responsible for helping create and implement advocacy strategies to leverage U.S. and international policy to help the Oceans program reach ambitious sustainable fisheries goals.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Providing sophisticated and well-informed policy development and analysis related to the Oceans program’s top political and policy challenges, including defending the key conservation tenets of the Magnuson-Stevens Act, climate change impacts on fisheries, and sustainable management of fisheries domestically and internationally.
In conjunction with EDF staff from multiple geographies, developing and implementing appropriate strategies to work with the administration, multi-lateral institutions, and other policymakers in support of international initiatives with a U.S. policy component. Strategy development will include
Mapping pathways for improving regulation and industry performance for each of EDF’s core marine conservation goals, as well as solutions for existing and new obstacles to achieving those goals and
Communications, including paid, earned, and social media
Oversee the development and maintenance of relationships with policymakers, including on Capitol Hill and in the administration, and with multi-lateral institutions, fishing industry groups, other ENGOs, and other stakeholders in support of sustainable fisheries management in the United States and around the world.
Developing appropriate written products including comment letters, one-pagers and talking points on key issues.
Building and participating in coalitions and collaborations with diverse partners including organizing congressional fly-ins and other outreach in conjunction with key allies.
Representing EDF at important internal and external events.
Manage broadly defined policy projects, bringing together people and resources from multiple disciplines, both inside and outside of EDF, to advance EDF’s legislative objectives.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum of six years’ experience working to affect change in policy issues or regulatory processes, including a demonstrated history of success in achieving environmental policy reforms through negotiations with industry, regulators, elected officials and other stakeholders.
Graduate degree, or equivalent work experience, in science, policy, economics or law in areas related to the environment and/or energy.
Experience with legislative and regulatory structures, and solid understanding of the political dynamics surrounding a broad range of marine conservation issues and the wider political context in which they operate.
Demonstrated project management experience, including ability to: develop vision, mission and strategies; and plan/manage activities of project team.
Strong written and verbal skills, analytic capabilities and ability to manage a diverse workload in a rapidly evolving environment.
Strong understanding of marine conservation policymaking, structure and political processes.
Existing relationships with stakeholder groups including the following strongly preferred: relevant committee and personal office Hill staff; political and career staff at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the State Department, and other relevant agencies; commercial and recreational fishing groups; sustainably-minded members of the fishing supply chain; environmental advocacy groups focusing on marine conservation; environmental justice groups; and staff at relevant multilateral institutions..
Results-oriented, self-starter with the ability to think strategically and work on fast-paced, dynamic issues. Ability to recognize and build on political opportunities for progress.
Ability to work both independently and as a leader or member of teams in a dynamic and creative environment with colleagues and partners of varied background and experience. Able to prioritize and be flexible.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
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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Sep 11, 2019
Full time
OVERALL FUNCTION
The Oceans Program works to find constructive solutions to the most critical problems threatening the world’s marine environments. At the national, regional, and international levels, our team of scientists, attorneys and economists are working with fishermen to establish fair and sensible limits on their catch that will allow fisheries to recover. EDF’s Oceans Program works to improve the health of the oceans via innovative and durable solutions to today’s toughest fishery management challenges. Our Oceans Program has focused on fisheries in the waters of the United States, Mexico and the Caribbean and Europe and is now implementing its strategy to influence fisheries reform globally to ensure more fish in the water, more food on the plate, and more prosperous communities.
Under the direction of the Chief Counsel, Oceans, the Policy Manager will be responsible for helping create and implement advocacy strategies to leverage U.S. and international policy to help the Oceans program reach ambitious sustainable fisheries goals.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Providing sophisticated and well-informed policy development and analysis related to the Oceans program’s top political and policy challenges, including defending the key conservation tenets of the Magnuson-Stevens Act, climate change impacts on fisheries, and sustainable management of fisheries domestically and internationally.
In conjunction with EDF staff from multiple geographies, developing and implementing appropriate strategies to work with the administration, multi-lateral institutions, and other policymakers in support of international initiatives with a U.S. policy component. Strategy development will include
Mapping pathways for improving regulation and industry performance for each of EDF’s core marine conservation goals, as well as solutions for existing and new obstacles to achieving those goals and
Communications, including paid, earned, and social media
Oversee the development and maintenance of relationships with policymakers, including on Capitol Hill and in the administration, and with multi-lateral institutions, fishing industry groups, other ENGOs, and other stakeholders in support of sustainable fisheries management in the United States and around the world.
Developing appropriate written products including comment letters, one-pagers and talking points on key issues.
Building and participating in coalitions and collaborations with diverse partners including organizing congressional fly-ins and other outreach in conjunction with key allies.
Representing EDF at important internal and external events.
Manage broadly defined policy projects, bringing together people and resources from multiple disciplines, both inside and outside of EDF, to advance EDF’s legislative objectives.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum of six years’ experience working to affect change in policy issues or regulatory processes, including a demonstrated history of success in achieving environmental policy reforms through negotiations with industry, regulators, elected officials and other stakeholders.
Graduate degree, or equivalent work experience, in science, policy, economics or law in areas related to the environment and/or energy.
Experience with legislative and regulatory structures, and solid understanding of the political dynamics surrounding a broad range of marine conservation issues and the wider political context in which they operate.
Demonstrated project management experience, including ability to: develop vision, mission and strategies; and plan/manage activities of project team.
Strong written and verbal skills, analytic capabilities and ability to manage a diverse workload in a rapidly evolving environment.
Strong understanding of marine conservation policymaking, structure and political processes.
Existing relationships with stakeholder groups including the following strongly preferred: relevant committee and personal office Hill staff; political and career staff at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the State Department, and other relevant agencies; commercial and recreational fishing groups; sustainably-minded members of the fishing supply chain; environmental advocacy groups focusing on marine conservation; environmental justice groups; and staff at relevant multilateral institutions..
Results-oriented, self-starter with the ability to think strategically and work on fast-paced, dynamic issues. Ability to recognize and build on political opportunities for progress.
Ability to work both independently and as a leader or member of teams in a dynamic and creative environment with colleagues and partners of varied background and experience. Able to prioritize and be flexible.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
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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Job profile summary:
This new and exciting leadership position reflects the growing importance of effectively managing the dual challenge of the energy transition, particularly associated with energy generating technologies beyond oil and gas and associated with decarbonising oil and gas. This role is responsible for leading the development and establishing an understanding of environmental impacts associated with energy generation technologies and sustainability priorities to inform and shape BP’s energy transition. The role will evaluate emerging environmental and sustainability issues and establish research to improve understanding of specific environmental impacts where the issues are not well known. Working with a wide range of internal stakeholders (both leadership and technical experts) this role will inform selection of potential energy sources, associated venture investments and management strategies associated with the energy transition and inform future business strategy. Externally the role holder will work with key stakeholders including academia, industry, technology companies and selected NGOs to help shape support to BPs energy transition and environmental and sustainability understanding. The role will establish horizon scanning for emerging issues, key analysis, tools and metrics to support critical environmental issues including life cycle analysis, severe weather and climate modelling and will sustain a process to communicate key findings as they emerge. The role will lead the development of capability to deepen critical expertise where necessary.
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Could you support the energy transition with sound environmental science? At BP, we’re committed to providing the energy that fuels growth and improves lives but in new ways, with fewer emissions. These are big, complex challenges so it’s important that we unlock the full potential of our workforce. Our Environmental Technology team ensures BP is focused on the environment’s most important issues. By providing strategic expertise, sharing commercial insight, driving innovation and deployment of technologies, the team supports our low-carbon energy transition, every day. About the opportunity As the environmental science director , your role will be to help us build an even deeper understanding of the environmental impacts and opportunities associated with energy generation. You’ll consider the potential impact of advances in technology throughout the global energy system and be responsible for developing technology strategies that reflect the complexity of global sustainability. And scan for and deploy key analysis, tools and technologies to support critical environmental issues. Here, you’ll shape BP’s environmental science and technology strategy. You’ll identify ways to decarbonise oil, gas and other energy sources. You’ll lead your team through issues linked to sustainability issues including; severe weather and climate change analysis, life cycle assessments, circular economy and natural capital. Plus, you’ll collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders to develop future strategies. What’s more, you’ll communicate key findings as they emerge to inform our senior leaders developing BP’s overall strategy. And lead relevant environmental science and technology R&D, related to emerging environmental issues. Ultimately, one of your main goals will be to support BP in maximizing environmental benefits and avoiding negative impacts. About you With a BSc degree or equivalent in Physical Sciences or Environmental Sciences, you have broad experience in technology, engineering, operational or business management. We also find it highly desirable if you have a qualification, Master’s degree, PhD or similar in a relevant subject, such as Environmental Technology or Environmental Economics. You take pride in your understanding of environmental science, from the decarbonisation of oil and gas, to energy-generating innovations. You’ve got a great overview of key science and technology, how to find out more and keep current. And strong, relevant experience in supporting energy transitions. Plus, you’re a leader who knows how to motivate and empower the whole team, as well as communicate complex analyses into critical insights that enables executives to take action. Your previous work in the energy industry will play a great role in your work at BP. Same as your experience in delivering value through academic and stakeholder collaborations. And with a strong ability to identify and implement opportunities, you’ll help us thrive both in the short and the long term. Join us and discover how the future looks with a business that keeps advancing.
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Sep 10, 2019
Full time
Job profile summary:
This new and exciting leadership position reflects the growing importance of effectively managing the dual challenge of the energy transition, particularly associated with energy generating technologies beyond oil and gas and associated with decarbonising oil and gas. This role is responsible for leading the development and establishing an understanding of environmental impacts associated with energy generation technologies and sustainability priorities to inform and shape BP’s energy transition. The role will evaluate emerging environmental and sustainability issues and establish research to improve understanding of specific environmental impacts where the issues are not well known. Working with a wide range of internal stakeholders (both leadership and technical experts) this role will inform selection of potential energy sources, associated venture investments and management strategies associated with the energy transition and inform future business strategy. Externally the role holder will work with key stakeholders including academia, industry, technology companies and selected NGOs to help shape support to BPs energy transition and environmental and sustainability understanding. The role will establish horizon scanning for emerging issues, key analysis, tools and metrics to support critical environmental issues including life cycle analysis, severe weather and climate modelling and will sustain a process to communicate key findings as they emerge. The role will lead the development of capability to deepen critical expertise where necessary.
Job Advert:
Could you support the energy transition with sound environmental science? At BP, we’re committed to providing the energy that fuels growth and improves lives but in new ways, with fewer emissions. These are big, complex challenges so it’s important that we unlock the full potential of our workforce. Our Environmental Technology team ensures BP is focused on the environment’s most important issues. By providing strategic expertise, sharing commercial insight, driving innovation and deployment of technologies, the team supports our low-carbon energy transition, every day. About the opportunity As the environmental science director , your role will be to help us build an even deeper understanding of the environmental impacts and opportunities associated with energy generation. You’ll consider the potential impact of advances in technology throughout the global energy system and be responsible for developing technology strategies that reflect the complexity of global sustainability. And scan for and deploy key analysis, tools and technologies to support critical environmental issues. Here, you’ll shape BP’s environmental science and technology strategy. You’ll identify ways to decarbonise oil, gas and other energy sources. You’ll lead your team through issues linked to sustainability issues including; severe weather and climate change analysis, life cycle assessments, circular economy and natural capital. Plus, you’ll collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders to develop future strategies. What’s more, you’ll communicate key findings as they emerge to inform our senior leaders developing BP’s overall strategy. And lead relevant environmental science and technology R&D, related to emerging environmental issues. Ultimately, one of your main goals will be to support BP in maximizing environmental benefits and avoiding negative impacts. About you With a BSc degree or equivalent in Physical Sciences or Environmental Sciences, you have broad experience in technology, engineering, operational or business management. We also find it highly desirable if you have a qualification, Master’s degree, PhD or similar in a relevant subject, such as Environmental Technology or Environmental Economics. You take pride in your understanding of environmental science, from the decarbonisation of oil and gas, to energy-generating innovations. You’ve got a great overview of key science and technology, how to find out more and keep current. And strong, relevant experience in supporting energy transitions. Plus, you’re a leader who knows how to motivate and empower the whole team, as well as communicate complex analyses into critical insights that enables executives to take action. Your previous work in the energy industry will play a great role in your work at BP. Same as your experience in delivering value through academic and stakeholder collaborations. And with a strong ability to identify and implement opportunities, you’ll help us thrive both in the short and the long term. Join us and discover how the future looks with a business that keeps advancing.
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Description
Our Entry-Level Environmental Professionals are responsible for performing tasks requiring the application of standard environmental techniques and procedures. Responsibilities include assisting with environmental site assessments, field studies, development of soil and groundwater sampling plans, data analysis, GIS analysis, site remediation, and preparation of environmental reports, permits, and assessments.
Opportunities exist in multiple market segments and locations. Market segments include Air/Noise, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Geology, and Wetlands. Specific assignments and project work varies depending on the market segments and locations. Please see below for information on each market:
Air/Noise
Within this group, our Entry-Level hires will work on permitting services in the power, industrial, commercial, transportation and manufacturing industries. This includes performing air and noise quality analyses and permitting, environmental regulatory analysis and interpretation of environmental regulations.
Environmental Engineer
Our Entry-Level Environmental Engineers work under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer and assist with new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of projects including high-voltage transmission line routing, power generation construction activities, and water treatment facilities. They work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting environmental plans according to budget constraints, design factors or client needs.
Environmental Scientist
Our Scientists conduct environmental and siting studies including biological and aquatics fieldwork, data recording and analysis, prepare permitting applications and summary reports for various types of projects, including high-voltage transmission line routing, power generation construction activities, renewable energy generation, and water treatment facilities. Working knowledge of Geographical Information Systems preferred.
Geologist
Our Entry-Level Geologists assist on a variety of environmental based tasks as required by the project including federal, state, local, and commercial clients. This position is responsible for field sampling, investigations, and report writing.
Wetlands Specialist
Our Wetlands Specialists conduct wetland assessments and delineations, vegetative studies, wetland mitigation monitoring, and soil sampling for large projects in a variety of locations. Participate in data recording and analysis, permitting application preparation, and summary reports. Working knowledge of Geographical Information Systems preferred.
Qualifications
Pursuit or completion of Bachelor's degree in environmental science, geology, environmental engineering, or related degree from an accredited program
Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.
Involvement on campus or in the community.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
Demonstrated leadership skills.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e. without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.
EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
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Sep 10, 2019
Full time
Description
Our Entry-Level Environmental Professionals are responsible for performing tasks requiring the application of standard environmental techniques and procedures. Responsibilities include assisting with environmental site assessments, field studies, development of soil and groundwater sampling plans, data analysis, GIS analysis, site remediation, and preparation of environmental reports, permits, and assessments.
Opportunities exist in multiple market segments and locations. Market segments include Air/Noise, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Geology, and Wetlands. Specific assignments and project work varies depending on the market segments and locations. Please see below for information on each market:
Air/Noise
Within this group, our Entry-Level hires will work on permitting services in the power, industrial, commercial, transportation and manufacturing industries. This includes performing air and noise quality analyses and permitting, environmental regulatory analysis and interpretation of environmental regulations.
Environmental Engineer
Our Entry-Level Environmental Engineers work under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer and assist with new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of projects including high-voltage transmission line routing, power generation construction activities, and water treatment facilities. They work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting environmental plans according to budget constraints, design factors or client needs.
Environmental Scientist
Our Scientists conduct environmental and siting studies including biological and aquatics fieldwork, data recording and analysis, prepare permitting applications and summary reports for various types of projects, including high-voltage transmission line routing, power generation construction activities, renewable energy generation, and water treatment facilities. Working knowledge of Geographical Information Systems preferred.
Geologist
Our Entry-Level Geologists assist on a variety of environmental based tasks as required by the project including federal, state, local, and commercial clients. This position is responsible for field sampling, investigations, and report writing.
Wetlands Specialist
Our Wetlands Specialists conduct wetland assessments and delineations, vegetative studies, wetland mitigation monitoring, and soil sampling for large projects in a variety of locations. Participate in data recording and analysis, permitting application preparation, and summary reports. Working knowledge of Geographical Information Systems preferred.
Qualifications
Pursuit or completion of Bachelor's degree in environmental science, geology, environmental engineering, or related degree from an accredited program
Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.
Involvement on campus or in the community.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
Demonstrated leadership skills.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e. without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.
EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
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Description
Burns & McDonnell’s office in Denver, CO, is actively seeking a Staff Environmental Planner to support, manage, and develop business for environmental surveys, NEPA analysis, and land use permitting services. Burns & McDonnell is a 100% employee-owned firm ranked on FORTUNE’s List of 100 Best Companies to Work For and voted as a Best Place to Work in numerous other cities across the United States.
This position provides the opportunity to challenge and grow yourself professionally within one of the industry’s leading firms. Be on a team that solves our client’s issues and problems for environmental and engineering practices in the planning, permitting, design, and remediation service space.
The candidate should have an established and successful history managing and leading tasks for both small and large-scale projects including but not limited to assisting with developing proposals and cost estimates, executing project tasks, and assisting with developing strategic plans. The Planner will support and manage the execution of environmental projects, be a subject matter expert, and be a technical lead/author on Environmental Planning. Areas to be covered include NEPA, resource impact assessment, and land use permitting. This includes managing permitting applications and analyzing environmental data supporting the development of environmental documents and studies for NEPA compliance for various types of projects, including high-voltage transmission line routing, renewables, power generation construction activities and upstream and midstream Oil and Gas. Candidates with a strong background in land use permits such as, 1041, use by special review, condition use, special use, locations and extents, zoning amendments, site plan permits, and other land use entitlement, are strongly preferred
The Environmental Planner will work within our Environmental Services (ENS) Global Practice to perform the following duties:
Project management, team leadership, management & mentoring of junior staff;
Preparing studies, evaluations, NEPA and state documentation for all types and sizes of environmental projects;
Conduct pre-application meetings with jurisdictions, interact effectively with county and local staff, prepare and submit land use permits, and prepare material for public open houses and public outreach.
Ability to work independently and demonstrate a high level of competence in the area of technical report writing related to NEPA compliance as well as other types of technical reports and regulatory (Federal, State, local) permitting documents;
Experience with environmental compliance, permitting, and agency consultations;
Working with clients, resource agencies, environmental and technical staff to prepare environmental documents and related technical studies
Developing, cultivating, and strengthening relationships with clients;
Assist with developing business for the Denver ENS Global Practice;
Other duties as assigned.
Qualified candidates will have experience in the following areas and with the following agencies:
National Environmental Policy Act
State and Local Environmental and Land Use Permitting
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
U.S.F.S
BLM
BOR
Qualifications
B.S. or M.S. in Environmental Science or Studies, Planning, Natural and/or Cultural Resource Management or related field, or B.S. or M.S. in land use planning/urban planning. Applicable years of experience may be substituted for degree requirement.
Minimum 5-6 years related consulting experience in a wide variety of areas ranging from leading and managing technical teams, project management and business development, and must also be able to effectively balance their direct and indirect utilization rates.
Specific experience acquiring land use permits for electric transmissions, oil & gas, transportation, renewables, and other similar markets is preferred.
Experience with the resources and regulatory agencies in the western U.S is a requirement. Local and regional knowledge and relationships with existing clients is preferred.
Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills are required to develop and maintain relationships.
Solid time management and follow-through skills, with the ability to simultaneously work on and manage multiple tasks/projects with tight deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Working knowledge of GIS
Excellent writing skills.
Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office suite.
Strong experience working with both private and public-sector clients.
EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
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Sep 10, 2019
Full time
Description
Burns & McDonnell’s office in Denver, CO, is actively seeking a Staff Environmental Planner to support, manage, and develop business for environmental surveys, NEPA analysis, and land use permitting services. Burns & McDonnell is a 100% employee-owned firm ranked on FORTUNE’s List of 100 Best Companies to Work For and voted as a Best Place to Work in numerous other cities across the United States.
This position provides the opportunity to challenge and grow yourself professionally within one of the industry’s leading firms. Be on a team that solves our client’s issues and problems for environmental and engineering practices in the planning, permitting, design, and remediation service space.
The candidate should have an established and successful history managing and leading tasks for both small and large-scale projects including but not limited to assisting with developing proposals and cost estimates, executing project tasks, and assisting with developing strategic plans. The Planner will support and manage the execution of environmental projects, be a subject matter expert, and be a technical lead/author on Environmental Planning. Areas to be covered include NEPA, resource impact assessment, and land use permitting. This includes managing permitting applications and analyzing environmental data supporting the development of environmental documents and studies for NEPA compliance for various types of projects, including high-voltage transmission line routing, renewables, power generation construction activities and upstream and midstream Oil and Gas. Candidates with a strong background in land use permits such as, 1041, use by special review, condition use, special use, locations and extents, zoning amendments, site plan permits, and other land use entitlement, are strongly preferred
The Environmental Planner will work within our Environmental Services (ENS) Global Practice to perform the following duties:
Project management, team leadership, management & mentoring of junior staff;
Preparing studies, evaluations, NEPA and state documentation for all types and sizes of environmental projects;
Conduct pre-application meetings with jurisdictions, interact effectively with county and local staff, prepare and submit land use permits, and prepare material for public open houses and public outreach.
Ability to work independently and demonstrate a high level of competence in the area of technical report writing related to NEPA compliance as well as other types of technical reports and regulatory (Federal, State, local) permitting documents;
Experience with environmental compliance, permitting, and agency consultations;
Working with clients, resource agencies, environmental and technical staff to prepare environmental documents and related technical studies
Developing, cultivating, and strengthening relationships with clients;
Assist with developing business for the Denver ENS Global Practice;
Other duties as assigned.
Qualified candidates will have experience in the following areas and with the following agencies:
National Environmental Policy Act
State and Local Environmental and Land Use Permitting
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
U.S.F.S
BLM
BOR
Qualifications
B.S. or M.S. in Environmental Science or Studies, Planning, Natural and/or Cultural Resource Management or related field, or B.S. or M.S. in land use planning/urban planning. Applicable years of experience may be substituted for degree requirement.
Minimum 5-6 years related consulting experience in a wide variety of areas ranging from leading and managing technical teams, project management and business development, and must also be able to effectively balance their direct and indirect utilization rates.
Specific experience acquiring land use permits for electric transmissions, oil & gas, transportation, renewables, and other similar markets is preferred.
Experience with the resources and regulatory agencies in the western U.S is a requirement. Local and regional knowledge and relationships with existing clients is preferred.
Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills are required to develop and maintain relationships.
Solid time management and follow-through skills, with the ability to simultaneously work on and manage multiple tasks/projects with tight deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Working knowledge of GIS
Excellent writing skills.
Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office suite.
Strong experience working with both private and public-sector clients.
EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
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Location : Flagstaff or Tucson, AZ
Summary : Arizona Conservation Corps, a program of Conservation Legacy, aims to continue the legacy of the Civilian Conservation Corps of the 1930s. AZCC is focused on connecting youth, young adults and recent era military veterans with conservation service work projects on public lands. Our programs promote professional and personal growth, experiential learning, and an ethic of natural resource stewardship while incorporating the guiding principles of community, dedication, challenge, integrity and fun! AZCC offers conservation service opportunities across Arizona that engage individuals and strengthen communities through service and conservation.
The Individual Placements (IP) Program Director is responsible for managing effective and efficient support of individual placement programs at AZCC. Our IP team will recruit and place roughly 100 individuals per year within the geographic region served by AZCC. This position interacts with other Conservation Legacy staff on admissions processes, member tracking, and other areas of administrative support. This person will be responsible for the IP program across Arizona and supervises a team of staff. This team is currently supporting Individual Placements with some partners in New Mexico as well.
Qualifications:
Minimum of 2 years managing administrative systems in non-profit or similar organizations.
Previous programmatic experience with a Corps, youth-serving organization or Federal Agency highly preferred.
Experience with AmeriCorps programs and compliance
Experience with human resources management and admissions/hiring processes.
Flexibility, adaptability and capacity to work in a fluid, changing work environment.
Outstanding organizational and time management skills, and ability to prioritize.
Self-motivated, decisive, and able to work independently.
The ability to communicate effectively with all staff in the organization and to understand administrative needs as they arise.
Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BS) from a four-year college or university preferred.
Insurable driving record and ability to pass Conservation Legacy’s criminal history checks.
Proficient in all Microsoft Office Suite applications and ability to manage information in an organizational database.
Positive, entrepreneurial attitude and attentiveness to detail.
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Sep 10, 2019
Full time
Location : Flagstaff or Tucson, AZ
Summary : Arizona Conservation Corps, a program of Conservation Legacy, aims to continue the legacy of the Civilian Conservation Corps of the 1930s. AZCC is focused on connecting youth, young adults and recent era military veterans with conservation service work projects on public lands. Our programs promote professional and personal growth, experiential learning, and an ethic of natural resource stewardship while incorporating the guiding principles of community, dedication, challenge, integrity and fun! AZCC offers conservation service opportunities across Arizona that engage individuals and strengthen communities through service and conservation.
The Individual Placements (IP) Program Director is responsible for managing effective and efficient support of individual placement programs at AZCC. Our IP team will recruit and place roughly 100 individuals per year within the geographic region served by AZCC. This position interacts with other Conservation Legacy staff on admissions processes, member tracking, and other areas of administrative support. This person will be responsible for the IP program across Arizona and supervises a team of staff. This team is currently supporting Individual Placements with some partners in New Mexico as well.
Qualifications:
Minimum of 2 years managing administrative systems in non-profit or similar organizations.
Previous programmatic experience with a Corps, youth-serving organization or Federal Agency highly preferred.
Experience with AmeriCorps programs and compliance
Experience with human resources management and admissions/hiring processes.
Flexibility, adaptability and capacity to work in a fluid, changing work environment.
Outstanding organizational and time management skills, and ability to prioritize.
Self-motivated, decisive, and able to work independently.
The ability to communicate effectively with all staff in the organization and to understand administrative needs as they arise.
Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BS) from a four-year college or university preferred.
Insurable driving record and ability to pass Conservation Legacy’s criminal history checks.
Proficient in all Microsoft Office Suite applications and ability to manage information in an organizational database.
Positive, entrepreneurial attitude and attentiveness to detail.
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Context: Plans, directs and manages regional strategy, policy, staff, etc. of the Eastern Region for the Beyond Coal Campaign, encompassing approximately twenty states and Puerto Rico. Responsible for collaborating with national staff and volunteers to ensure tight coordination and alignment of regional strategy with national strategy and performance of designated campaign outcomes. Provides leadership in support of a collaborative campaign culture that affirms and centers equity, justice, and inclusion as it meets ambitious climate outcomes and organizational goals.
Responsible for managing campaign support for Sierra Club positions on local, regional, and national issues and providing volunteer support services.
Scope: The Eastern Regional Campaign Director is responsible for the planning and direction of all staff activities and financial resources to accomplish the goals and objectives of the Sierra Club’s climate campaigns as assigned for the Eastern Region, to deliver defined greenhouse gas reduction outcomes and build transformational power for equitable solutions. Develops strategies, creates regional work plans, establishes priorities and benchmarks, oversees and supports state-based plans, provides leadership, evaluates campaign effectiveness and manages budgets. Manages day-to-day operational aspects of regional campaign. Conducts and coordinates training for volunteers and staff and provides strategic advice. Represents the Sierra Club to government officials, the media, business and community leaders, allies and other organizations, and the public. Manages and directs regional and state-based campaigns and provides advice and guidance from regional experience for the national Beyond Coal campaign. Develops fundraising proposals and participates in fundraising activities and donor relations.
Job Activities:
Creates and implements a highly strategic regional campaign plan to advance the objectives of the Beyond Coal Campaign. Collaborates with Sierra Club’s Environmental Law Program, Chapters, Communications Department, Organizing and Digital Strategies Capacities, Political Team, Sierra Student Coalition, Sierra Club’s programs including but not limited to Environmental Justice, Labor, Partnerships, and volunteer leadership to ensure execution of strategic coordinated state-based campaigns equitably moving states off of coal and gas to renewable energy, energy efficiency, energy storage, and other climate mitigation outcomes as assigned. Supports the success of the Clean Energy For All initiative. Collaborates with other Sierra Club energy and climate campaigns, including Beyond Dirty Fuels, Ready For 100, and Clean Transportation For All.
Manages Beyond Coal Campaign staff in the Eastern region. Manages (directly and indirectly) assigned campaign staff in other Sierra Club climate campaigns in the Eastern Region. Activities include recruiting and hiring for equity, diversity, and excellence, establishing priorities and assisting in work planning, preparing and conducting performance reviews, and providing on-going staff development opportunities.
Ensures strategic engagement of key environmental justice and other frontline community-based organizations in the region, key regional labor organizations, state/regional power generation stakeholders, state/regional elected and appointed decision-makers, and executives in the renewable energy and efficiency industries to assure advancement of Sierra Club’s priorities.
Models and implements Sierra Club best practices regarding the Jemez Principles for Democratic Organizing, justice, equity, and inclusion.
Supports Sierra Club’s power-building goals by ensuring campaign strategies and activities are designed to build a base of leaders and increase and deepen strategic partnerships. This includes, but is not limited to ensuring Sierra Club participates in strategically aligned coalitions and coalition efforts. Works to ensure that volunteers assume meaningful roles in the program/campaign.
Demonstrated ability to take responsibility and work independently, as well as participate in a team. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships based on mutual respect and accountability. Manages themselves and team with clarity of expectations, while creating a culture of collaboration, accountability, learning, and modeling leadership that works in the best interests of the Sierra Club as a whole.
Supports and provides senior-level professional subject matter expertise to local, regional, and national conservation volunteers and staff. Writes, edits, and reviews educational and advocacy materials.
Analyzes coal, gas and clean energy policies and sector trends. Presents Sierra Club positions to the general public, media, decision-makers, and strategic allies.
Manages and monitors regional campaign resources and expenses. Provides analysis and support of budget and monthly re-forecasts.
Communicates and collaborates with other Regional Campaign Directors to identify opportunities for collaboration, support national Campaign efforts, and share best practices. Leads cross-region special project teams as assigned.
Works in collaboration with Advancement to plan and execute fundraising plan. Collaborates on creating grant proposals, donor solicitations and building donor relationships.
Evaluates and reports on progress toward campaign goals and objectives; establishes metrics for campaign progress.
Serves as a member of the Beyond Coal Management Team, providing advice and guidance on Campaign strategies, tactics, resources and operations, and responsible for Campaign outcomes within their designated regions.
Introduces creative ideas and approaches for consideration.
Frequent travel is expected in this role.
Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned.
Knowledge & Skills:
5 - 8 years experience in the strategic planning and implementation of campaigns, preferably in the electric sector, either at Sierra Club or with another organization, which includes substantial experience with program/employee management; planning and managing a national level campaign including strategy, organizing, media, fundraising, budget planning and management; and work with senior-level political and business leaders.
Demonstrated supervisory experience in developing, training and coaching employees, including high-level staff.
Demonstrated familiarity with and commitment to incorporating principles of justice, equity, and inclusion into campaign process and outcomes. Demonstrated cultural competence.
Demonstrated effectiveness as a major gift fundraiser.
Excellent demonstrated written and oral communication skills. Demonstrated public speaking and media presentation ability.
Substantial experience, demonstrated skill and ability, in local and regional media relations. Includes effective television and radio presence and knowledge of media technologies.
Expert knowledge within the environmental field, which includes in-depth knowledge and background in coal, gas and clean energy issues.
Sense of humor, patience, strong emotional intelligence, and demonstrated ability to create rapport and inspire trust.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with volunteers.
Valid driver’s license, satisfactory driving record, and proof of auto insurance required.
The Sierra Club offers competitive salary package commensurate with skills and experience plus excellent benefits that include medical, dental, and vision coverage, and a retirement savings 401(k) plan.
This is a category 5 exempt position.
Sierra Club is a 501(c)(4) non-profit organization. Sierra Club employees are not eligible to participate in the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. Sierra Club does not sponsor H1B visas.
The Sierra Club is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity.
Explore, enjoy and protect the planet.
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Sep 09, 2019
Full time
Context: Plans, directs and manages regional strategy, policy, staff, etc. of the Eastern Region for the Beyond Coal Campaign, encompassing approximately twenty states and Puerto Rico. Responsible for collaborating with national staff and volunteers to ensure tight coordination and alignment of regional strategy with national strategy and performance of designated campaign outcomes. Provides leadership in support of a collaborative campaign culture that affirms and centers equity, justice, and inclusion as it meets ambitious climate outcomes and organizational goals.
Responsible for managing campaign support for Sierra Club positions on local, regional, and national issues and providing volunteer support services.
Scope: The Eastern Regional Campaign Director is responsible for the planning and direction of all staff activities and financial resources to accomplish the goals and objectives of the Sierra Club’s climate campaigns as assigned for the Eastern Region, to deliver defined greenhouse gas reduction outcomes and build transformational power for equitable solutions. Develops strategies, creates regional work plans, establishes priorities and benchmarks, oversees and supports state-based plans, provides leadership, evaluates campaign effectiveness and manages budgets. Manages day-to-day operational aspects of regional campaign. Conducts and coordinates training for volunteers and staff and provides strategic advice. Represents the Sierra Club to government officials, the media, business and community leaders, allies and other organizations, and the public. Manages and directs regional and state-based campaigns and provides advice and guidance from regional experience for the national Beyond Coal campaign. Develops fundraising proposals and participates in fundraising activities and donor relations.
Job Activities:
Creates and implements a highly strategic regional campaign plan to advance the objectives of the Beyond Coal Campaign. Collaborates with Sierra Club’s Environmental Law Program, Chapters, Communications Department, Organizing and Digital Strategies Capacities, Political Team, Sierra Student Coalition, Sierra Club’s programs including but not limited to Environmental Justice, Labor, Partnerships, and volunteer leadership to ensure execution of strategic coordinated state-based campaigns equitably moving states off of coal and gas to renewable energy, energy efficiency, energy storage, and other climate mitigation outcomes as assigned. Supports the success of the Clean Energy For All initiative. Collaborates with other Sierra Club energy and climate campaigns, including Beyond Dirty Fuels, Ready For 100, and Clean Transportation For All.
Manages Beyond Coal Campaign staff in the Eastern region. Manages (directly and indirectly) assigned campaign staff in other Sierra Club climate campaigns in the Eastern Region. Activities include recruiting and hiring for equity, diversity, and excellence, establishing priorities and assisting in work planning, preparing and conducting performance reviews, and providing on-going staff development opportunities.
Ensures strategic engagement of key environmental justice and other frontline community-based organizations in the region, key regional labor organizations, state/regional power generation stakeholders, state/regional elected and appointed decision-makers, and executives in the renewable energy and efficiency industries to assure advancement of Sierra Club’s priorities.
Models and implements Sierra Club best practices regarding the Jemez Principles for Democratic Organizing, justice, equity, and inclusion.
Supports Sierra Club’s power-building goals by ensuring campaign strategies and activities are designed to build a base of leaders and increase and deepen strategic partnerships. This includes, but is not limited to ensuring Sierra Club participates in strategically aligned coalitions and coalition efforts. Works to ensure that volunteers assume meaningful roles in the program/campaign.
Demonstrated ability to take responsibility and work independently, as well as participate in a team. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships based on mutual respect and accountability. Manages themselves and team with clarity of expectations, while creating a culture of collaboration, accountability, learning, and modeling leadership that works in the best interests of the Sierra Club as a whole.
Supports and provides senior-level professional subject matter expertise to local, regional, and national conservation volunteers and staff. Writes, edits, and reviews educational and advocacy materials.
Analyzes coal, gas and clean energy policies and sector trends. Presents Sierra Club positions to the general public, media, decision-makers, and strategic allies.
Manages and monitors regional campaign resources and expenses. Provides analysis and support of budget and monthly re-forecasts.
Communicates and collaborates with other Regional Campaign Directors to identify opportunities for collaboration, support national Campaign efforts, and share best practices. Leads cross-region special project teams as assigned.
Works in collaboration with Advancement to plan and execute fundraising plan. Collaborates on creating grant proposals, donor solicitations and building donor relationships.
Evaluates and reports on progress toward campaign goals and objectives; establishes metrics for campaign progress.
Serves as a member of the Beyond Coal Management Team, providing advice and guidance on Campaign strategies, tactics, resources and operations, and responsible for Campaign outcomes within their designated regions.
Introduces creative ideas and approaches for consideration.
Frequent travel is expected in this role.
Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned.
Knowledge & Skills:
5 - 8 years experience in the strategic planning and implementation of campaigns, preferably in the electric sector, either at Sierra Club or with another organization, which includes substantial experience with program/employee management; planning and managing a national level campaign including strategy, organizing, media, fundraising, budget planning and management; and work with senior-level political and business leaders.
Demonstrated supervisory experience in developing, training and coaching employees, including high-level staff.
Demonstrated familiarity with and commitment to incorporating principles of justice, equity, and inclusion into campaign process and outcomes. Demonstrated cultural competence.
Demonstrated effectiveness as a major gift fundraiser.
Excellent demonstrated written and oral communication skills. Demonstrated public speaking and media presentation ability.
Substantial experience, demonstrated skill and ability, in local and regional media relations. Includes effective television and radio presence and knowledge of media technologies.
Expert knowledge within the environmental field, which includes in-depth knowledge and background in coal, gas and clean energy issues.
Sense of humor, patience, strong emotional intelligence, and demonstrated ability to create rapport and inspire trust.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with volunteers.
Valid driver’s license, satisfactory driving record, and proof of auto insurance required.
The Sierra Club offers competitive salary package commensurate with skills and experience plus excellent benefits that include medical, dental, and vision coverage, and a retirement savings 401(k) plan.
This is a category 5 exempt position.
Sierra Club is a 501(c)(4) non-profit organization. Sierra Club employees are not eligible to participate in the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. Sierra Club does not sponsor H1B visas.
The Sierra Club is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity.
Explore, enjoy and protect the planet.
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Pacific Forest Trust
Presidio of San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, USA
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Pacific Forest Trust serves as grantee on a portfolio comprising over 100,000 acres of working forest conservation easements (CEs). This position is responsible for the stewardship of PFT’s CE interests under the supervision of senior staff. Consistent with PFT policies and procedures, and best practices promulgated by the Land Trust Accreditation Commission, the Stewardship Associate will monitor PFT’s eased forest properties consistent with approved Monitoring Plans, review management plans and timber harvest plans for conservation easement properties, undertake monitoring using both field and remote sensing, contribute to the management and implementation of property information systems, contribute to property baseline development, develop monitoring plans for new acquisitions, and other related CE monitoring and management goals and tasks. In addition, this position provides opportunities to contribute to planning of habitat enhancement and forest resilience projects on our landowners’ properties.
Reports to: Co-CEO; works collaboratively with other Stewardship staff.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Annual Stewardship: Achieve annual goals for each CE property consistent with PFT policies and property history. Implement annual stewardship tasks for existing CE interests, including: landowner communications; comprehensive annual monitoring and site visits; pre- and post-timber harvest or other specialized site visits as may be required under the terms of a conservation easement; responses to landowner requests for approvals or questions on easement terms; and related tasks. Coordinate landowner relationship management with Stewardship Manager.
Monitoring Plans: For each acquired CE, prepare the appropriate monitoring plan consistent with PFT policies, procedures and models. Prepare periodic updates as necessary.
Forest Management and Timber Harvest Plans: Contribute to PFT’s internal review of landowner plans for consistency with CE terms. This includes review and approval of Safe Harbor Agreements entered into by the landowner, consistent with CE terms, to achieve regulatory certainty in management for listed threatened species.
GIS and other data analysis: Contribute to GIS database management, analysis and map-making for PFT Conservation and Stewardship program. Help manage and utilize PFT data for CE properties to monitor compliance with CE terms.
Conservation Easement Violations: Consistent with PFT’s CE Defense and Enforcement Policy, identify actual or potential violations and contribute to managing a successful resolution or CE defense.
Conservation Easement Amendments: Consistent with PFT’s CE Amendment Policy, assure coordination with appropriate Conservation team members for management of amendment process, including support for negotiation of amended terms and obtaining necessary approvals by the parties, under direction of Co-CEO or her designee.
Habitat Enhancement and Collaborative Stewardship Projects: Contribute as needed to development and implementation of habitat restoration, enhancement, and related projects (including fuels management) on CE properties.
Conservation Scoping: As needed, conduct research (including obtaining, organizing and analyzing public and landowner data), fieldwork and mapping for conservation assessment of privately owned forest tracts under consideration by PFT for acquisition of either a conservation easement or fee title interest.
Project Information, Mapping, Baseline Report: As needed, identify and map forest and other natural resources, vegetation types, other characteristics and land uses on candidate properties. Write property and resource descriptions for baseline reports of conserved forests. Prepare necessary maps and tables.
Property Information Systems: For each conservation property, as it is acquired and for on-going stewardship, obtain, organize, analyze and maintain data and other information regarding the property’s resources, management and on-going stewardship.
Outreach: Participate in PFT outreach and general communication efforts with landowners, foresters and other natural resource professionals. Manage/participate in field trips to candidate properties and portfolio properties.
Other tasks as may be required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Natural resource science and management experience, preferably in the fields of conservation, forestry, or wildlife biology.
A minimum 2 years’ work experience in related field.
Masters degree in natural resource science/management, conservation biology, land use planning or similar required; professional qualifications or other certifications may substitute for advanced degree.
Strong field, research, data analysis and GIS skills.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Results-orientation with a keen understanding of the steps necessary to achieve goals on deadline and within budget.
Strong initiative and work ethic, with perseverance, resilience and sustained energy.
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
Personable and flexible with a strong capacity to manage time and competing priorities.
Must be available for extensive travel (on average 30%+/- time); able to drive, hike in steep and uneven terrain and carry 25 pounds.
Understanding of ecosystem dynamics and impacts of forest management are highly valued.
Excellent organizational and written and oral communication skills
Fluent with relevant computer applications, e.g., Arc GIS, Access, growth and yield models, as well as Microsoft Office.
Commitment to creative conservation and grasp of overall mission of PFT.
TRAVEL: Significant travel is required. Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
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THE OPPORTUNITY
The Pacific Forest Trust serves as grantee on a portfolio comprising over 100,000 acres of working forest conservation easements (CEs). This position is responsible for the stewardship of PFT’s CE interests under the supervision of senior staff. Consistent with PFT policies and procedures, and best practices promulgated by the Land Trust Accreditation Commission, the Stewardship Associate will monitor PFT’s eased forest properties consistent with approved Monitoring Plans, review management plans and timber harvest plans for conservation easement properties, undertake monitoring using both field and remote sensing, contribute to the management and implementation of property information systems, contribute to property baseline development, develop monitoring plans for new acquisitions, and other related CE monitoring and management goals and tasks. In addition, this position provides opportunities to contribute to planning of habitat enhancement and forest resilience projects on our landowners’ properties.
Reports to: Co-CEO; works collaboratively with other Stewardship staff.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Annual Stewardship: Achieve annual goals for each CE property consistent with PFT policies and property history. Implement annual stewardship tasks for existing CE interests, including: landowner communications; comprehensive annual monitoring and site visits; pre- and post-timber harvest or other specialized site visits as may be required under the terms of a conservation easement; responses to landowner requests for approvals or questions on easement terms; and related tasks. Coordinate landowner relationship management with Stewardship Manager.
Monitoring Plans: For each acquired CE, prepare the appropriate monitoring plan consistent with PFT policies, procedures and models. Prepare periodic updates as necessary.
Forest Management and Timber Harvest Plans: Contribute to PFT’s internal review of landowner plans for consistency with CE terms. This includes review and approval of Safe Harbor Agreements entered into by the landowner, consistent with CE terms, to achieve regulatory certainty in management for listed threatened species.
GIS and other data analysis: Contribute to GIS database management, analysis and map-making for PFT Conservation and Stewardship program. Help manage and utilize PFT data for CE properties to monitor compliance with CE terms.
Conservation Easement Violations: Consistent with PFT’s CE Defense and Enforcement Policy, identify actual or potential violations and contribute to managing a successful resolution or CE defense.
Conservation Easement Amendments: Consistent with PFT’s CE Amendment Policy, assure coordination with appropriate Conservation team members for management of amendment process, including support for negotiation of amended terms and obtaining necessary approvals by the parties, under direction of Co-CEO or her designee.
Habitat Enhancement and Collaborative Stewardship Projects: Contribute as needed to development and implementation of habitat restoration, enhancement, and related projects (including fuels management) on CE properties.
Conservation Scoping: As needed, conduct research (including obtaining, organizing and analyzing public and landowner data), fieldwork and mapping for conservation assessment of privately owned forest tracts under consideration by PFT for acquisition of either a conservation easement or fee title interest.
Project Information, Mapping, Baseline Report: As needed, identify and map forest and other natural resources, vegetation types, other characteristics and land uses on candidate properties. Write property and resource descriptions for baseline reports of conserved forests. Prepare necessary maps and tables.
Property Information Systems: For each conservation property, as it is acquired and for on-going stewardship, obtain, organize, analyze and maintain data and other information regarding the property’s resources, management and on-going stewardship.
Outreach: Participate in PFT outreach and general communication efforts with landowners, foresters and other natural resource professionals. Manage/participate in field trips to candidate properties and portfolio properties.
Other tasks as may be required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Natural resource science and management experience, preferably in the fields of conservation, forestry, or wildlife biology.
A minimum 2 years’ work experience in related field.
Masters degree in natural resource science/management, conservation biology, land use planning or similar required; professional qualifications or other certifications may substitute for advanced degree.
Strong field, research, data analysis and GIS skills.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Results-orientation with a keen understanding of the steps necessary to achieve goals on deadline and within budget.
Strong initiative and work ethic, with perseverance, resilience and sustained energy.
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
Personable and flexible with a strong capacity to manage time and competing priorities.
Must be available for extensive travel (on average 30%+/- time); able to drive, hike in steep and uneven terrain and carry 25 pounds.
Understanding of ecosystem dynamics and impacts of forest management are highly valued.
Excellent organizational and written and oral communication skills
Fluent with relevant computer applications, e.g., Arc GIS, Access, growth and yield models, as well as Microsoft Office.
Commitment to creative conservation and grasp of overall mission of PFT.
TRAVEL: Significant travel is required. Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
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Job Summary
This position is responsible for performing difficult professional and administrative work related to the development and implementation of City-wide environmental and sustainability programs; energy efficiency and renewable energy projects; ordinances, rules, policies, guidance, and training; and City compliance with State and federal environmental laws, rules, and permits. The work requires a collaborative, proactive, entrepreneurial approach to promote sustainability values and techniques to both the public and staff from various City departments. This position serves as the City lead for identifying, designing, and tracking sustainability initiatives and projects across all City departments and divisions. The work requires considerable technical understanding, tact, discretion, and persuasion supplying and seeking information on specialized matters. The work is subject to general policy direction, practices, and procedures covered by precedents and the general supervisory review by the Chief of Environmental Management.
Essential Job Functions
Implements programs and maintains compliance with City-wide ordinances and policies, as well as City compliance with applicable federal and state environmental laws, rules, and permits.
Provides technical and programmatic support in the development, implementation, performance tracking, and reporting related to various sustainability policies, programs, and initiatives in the areas of energy efficiency, renewable energy, green building, stormwater management, waste reduction, climate change mitigation and adaptation, equity, green procurement, and sustainable transportation.
Leads, collaborates and coordinates with other divisions and public stakeholders to research, develop, comment, and periodically update City codes and strategic plans; including the City's green building code, comprehensive Sustainability Strategy, Municipal Energy Action Plan, Comprehensive Master Plan, Climate Action Plan, and the annual budget.
Monitors sustainability-related changes in local, state, and federal law and policy and evaluates impacts on City programs, initiatives, and budgets; considering factors such as life-cycle cost/benefit analysis, technical feasibility, and integration with other City-wide goals.
Works with the City's utility consultant to track electricity and fuel consumption for city-operated facilities, fleet, street and traffic lights, and water-treatment and distribution operations and generates relevant benchmarking and disclosure reports, energy performance metrics and annual reports to demonstrate performance over time.
Coordinates with other divisions to research, identify and assess strategic energy-saving measures and funding opportunities to reduce the City's energy costs and carbon emissions through energy efficiency, energy conservation, energy procurement, demand response, behavioral change, education and training, policy, and renewable energy deployment.
Collects data and periodically updates municipal and community greenhouse gas emissions inventories to assess progress and identify opportunities to reduce emissions.
Prepares reports on City sustainability initiatives, including periodic reporting for the City's Sustainable Maryland Certified certification, Maryland Smart Energy Communities designation, and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Green Power Community designation.
Organizes and conducts education, outreach and engagement programs with diverse stakeholders to support City-wide climate action planning efforts to raise community awareness and develop and implement recommendations for actions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and increase adaptation capacity.
Develops and maintains relationships, and acts as City liaison with other regional sustainability partners, governmental agencies, business organizations, non-profits, resident groups and the general public; including those organized by the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG), Montgomery County, Rockville Chamber of Commerce, and Rockville Economic Development, Inc.
Works with the City's Public Information and Community Engagement Division to develop internal and public-facing education and outreach materials to increase environmental awareness and promote sustainability goals; including developing content and public engagement campaigns through the City's website, social media platforms, online and printed newsletters, presentations, and cable TV channel.
Analyzes complex technical data, interprets results, and develops feasible recommendations for briefings and presentations to senior managers and the Mayor and Council.
Serves as liaison to the Rockville Environmental Commission.
Participates in strategic planning for the Environmental Management Division.
Assists in the preparation of grant and rebate applications and requests for proposals (RFPs), reviews responsive contract proposal submissions, oversees contract work, and manages successful grant projects.
Manages contractors, deliverables, and budgets for assigned projects.
Manages up to three volunteer professional environmental interns to assist with division activities.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in environmental science, environmental engineering, environmental law, architecture, urban planning, energy efficiency, or related field; a Master's degree is preferred and at least five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in public sector environmental or sustainability programs. LEED Accredited Professional (LEED-AP), Certified Energy Manager (CEM) certification, or equivalent is preferred, but not required.
Special Qualifications: Must possess a valid State of Maryland driver's license as issued by the Motor Vehicle Administration.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of the principles and concepts of energy efficiency, green building design, green purchasing, and alternative energy generation.
Knowledge and understanding of climate change issues, greenhouse gas reduction strategies, and mitigation approaches.
Skill in program leadership.
Skill in written and verbal communication, including public speaking.
Skill in collaboration, coordination, and team skills.
Skill in strategic thinking and project planning.
Skill in attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Skill in public outreach and education/training.
Ability to perform critical strategic thinking and project planning.
Ability to use computers and internet/web.
Ability to write and evaluate grants.
Ability to assess personal job performance and that of an assigned team.
Basic understanding and ability to learn government procurement systems and processes.
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Sep 09, 2019
Full time
Job Summary
This position is responsible for performing difficult professional and administrative work related to the development and implementation of City-wide environmental and sustainability programs; energy efficiency and renewable energy projects; ordinances, rules, policies, guidance, and training; and City compliance with State and federal environmental laws, rules, and permits. The work requires a collaborative, proactive, entrepreneurial approach to promote sustainability values and techniques to both the public and staff from various City departments. This position serves as the City lead for identifying, designing, and tracking sustainability initiatives and projects across all City departments and divisions. The work requires considerable technical understanding, tact, discretion, and persuasion supplying and seeking information on specialized matters. The work is subject to general policy direction, practices, and procedures covered by precedents and the general supervisory review by the Chief of Environmental Management.
Essential Job Functions
Implements programs and maintains compliance with City-wide ordinances and policies, as well as City compliance with applicable federal and state environmental laws, rules, and permits.
Provides technical and programmatic support in the development, implementation, performance tracking, and reporting related to various sustainability policies, programs, and initiatives in the areas of energy efficiency, renewable energy, green building, stormwater management, waste reduction, climate change mitigation and adaptation, equity, green procurement, and sustainable transportation.
Leads, collaborates and coordinates with other divisions and public stakeholders to research, develop, comment, and periodically update City codes and strategic plans; including the City's green building code, comprehensive Sustainability Strategy, Municipal Energy Action Plan, Comprehensive Master Plan, Climate Action Plan, and the annual budget.
Monitors sustainability-related changes in local, state, and federal law and policy and evaluates impacts on City programs, initiatives, and budgets; considering factors such as life-cycle cost/benefit analysis, technical feasibility, and integration with other City-wide goals.
Works with the City's utility consultant to track electricity and fuel consumption for city-operated facilities, fleet, street and traffic lights, and water-treatment and distribution operations and generates relevant benchmarking and disclosure reports, energy performance metrics and annual reports to demonstrate performance over time.
Coordinates with other divisions to research, identify and assess strategic energy-saving measures and funding opportunities to reduce the City's energy costs and carbon emissions through energy efficiency, energy conservation, energy procurement, demand response, behavioral change, education and training, policy, and renewable energy deployment.
Collects data and periodically updates municipal and community greenhouse gas emissions inventories to assess progress and identify opportunities to reduce emissions.
Prepares reports on City sustainability initiatives, including periodic reporting for the City's Sustainable Maryland Certified certification, Maryland Smart Energy Communities designation, and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Green Power Community designation.
Organizes and conducts education, outreach and engagement programs with diverse stakeholders to support City-wide climate action planning efforts to raise community awareness and develop and implement recommendations for actions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and increase adaptation capacity.
Develops and maintains relationships, and acts as City liaison with other regional sustainability partners, governmental agencies, business organizations, non-profits, resident groups and the general public; including those organized by the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG), Montgomery County, Rockville Chamber of Commerce, and Rockville Economic Development, Inc.
Works with the City's Public Information and Community Engagement Division to develop internal and public-facing education and outreach materials to increase environmental awareness and promote sustainability goals; including developing content and public engagement campaigns through the City's website, social media platforms, online and printed newsletters, presentations, and cable TV channel.
Analyzes complex technical data, interprets results, and develops feasible recommendations for briefings and presentations to senior managers and the Mayor and Council.
Serves as liaison to the Rockville Environmental Commission.
Participates in strategic planning for the Environmental Management Division.
Assists in the preparation of grant and rebate applications and requests for proposals (RFPs), reviews responsive contract proposal submissions, oversees contract work, and manages successful grant projects.
Manages contractors, deliverables, and budgets for assigned projects.
Manages up to three volunteer professional environmental interns to assist with division activities.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in environmental science, environmental engineering, environmental law, architecture, urban planning, energy efficiency, or related field; a Master's degree is preferred and at least five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in public sector environmental or sustainability programs. LEED Accredited Professional (LEED-AP), Certified Energy Manager (CEM) certification, or equivalent is preferred, but not required.
Special Qualifications: Must possess a valid State of Maryland driver's license as issued by the Motor Vehicle Administration.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of the principles and concepts of energy efficiency, green building design, green purchasing, and alternative energy generation.
Knowledge and understanding of climate change issues, greenhouse gas reduction strategies, and mitigation approaches.
Skill in program leadership.
Skill in written and verbal communication, including public speaking.
Skill in collaboration, coordination, and team skills.
Skill in strategic thinking and project planning.
Skill in attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Skill in public outreach and education/training.
Ability to perform critical strategic thinking and project planning.
Ability to use computers and internet/web.
Ability to write and evaluate grants.
Ability to assess personal job performance and that of an assigned team.
Basic understanding and ability to learn government procurement systems and processes.
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DESCRIPTION
General Position Overview: The Center for Biological Diversity seeks a full-time Paralegal for our Endangered Species Program. The Endangered Species Program works to protect endangered species and their habitats across the country. The Paralegal will provide administrative and research support to the attorneys in the program. The working environment is fast-paced, exciting and supportive. The position is full time and will be located in our Portland office.
Applicants without paralegal experience or equivalent qualifications will not be considered, nor will applications that do not contain a cover letter, resume, writing sample and three to five references as a single PDF file.
Main duties:
Preparation of legal documents, including tables of contents and tables of authorities for briefs; proofreading; formatting; cite-checking; and ensuring compliance with court rules in a variety of state and federal jurisdictions.
Assistance with maintenance of the Center's litigation-tracking database and tracking calendar events, administrative actions, internal deadlines, and court filings.
Maintenance of electronic databases for filings and program actions.
Filing and serving legal documents and maintenance of legal dockets, including e-filing, serving documents by certified mail, making courtesy/chambers copies, corresponding with Clerks' offices, and related tasks.
Performing online research, including legal research.
Assistance with drafting comment letters, including retrieval of online references.
Preparation and indexing of administrative records and appendices/excerpts of record in litigation.
Preparation of attorney billing records for fee recovery and settlement negotiation.
Assistance with the planning and handling of internal and external meetings, travel and conference arrangements.
Assistance with preparation for trials, hearings, and court appearances.
Assisting with preparation for events such as public presentations and rallies
Assistance with discovery preparation and exchange, including compilation and organization of discovery documents; maintenance of discovery databases; preparation of initial disclosures, interrogatories, and requests for production; assembly of discovery binders; document scrubbing and metadata removal; and secure document transmission.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Essential qualities, qualifications and skills:
A university degree. Paralegal certificate preferred, but significant experience as a paralegal or legal assistant is acceptable in lieu of a paralegal certificate.
A minimum of one year of experience in a litigation or research environment.
Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail.
Ability and willingness to complete legal secretarial tasks.
Intermediate or higher skills in Microsoft Office and Adobe Pro
Familiarity with practice management and timekeeping software (e.g. Rocket Matter, MyCase) preferred
Excellent writing and editing skills
Strong communication skills to facilitate working with attorneys in offices throughout the country.
An ability to multi-task efficiently and to work well as part of an effective team.
A strong work ethic and a demonstrated commitment to environmental protection.
Salary is commensurate with that offered by other nonprofit organizations for comparable experience.
Benefits package:
Paid generous medical, dental and vision plan.
Paid short-term and long-term disability.
403(b) plan with opportunity for match.
Relaxed work atmosphere.
The Center for Biological Diversity deeply values, and is committed to sustaining and promoting, both biological and cultural diversity. We welcome, embrace and respect diversity of people, identities and cultures. We are committed to fostering an organizational culture of diversity and inclusion. The Center believes staff and board diversity is critical to saving life on Earth.
We are an equal opportunity employer.
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Sep 09, 2019
Full time
DESCRIPTION
General Position Overview: The Center for Biological Diversity seeks a full-time Paralegal for our Endangered Species Program. The Endangered Species Program works to protect endangered species and their habitats across the country. The Paralegal will provide administrative and research support to the attorneys in the program. The working environment is fast-paced, exciting and supportive. The position is full time and will be located in our Portland office.
Applicants without paralegal experience or equivalent qualifications will not be considered, nor will applications that do not contain a cover letter, resume, writing sample and three to five references as a single PDF file.
Main duties:
Preparation of legal documents, including tables of contents and tables of authorities for briefs; proofreading; formatting; cite-checking; and ensuring compliance with court rules in a variety of state and federal jurisdictions.
Assistance with maintenance of the Center's litigation-tracking database and tracking calendar events, administrative actions, internal deadlines, and court filings.
Maintenance of electronic databases for filings and program actions.
Filing and serving legal documents and maintenance of legal dockets, including e-filing, serving documents by certified mail, making courtesy/chambers copies, corresponding with Clerks' offices, and related tasks.
Performing online research, including legal research.
Assistance with drafting comment letters, including retrieval of online references.
Preparation and indexing of administrative records and appendices/excerpts of record in litigation.
Preparation of attorney billing records for fee recovery and settlement negotiation.
Assistance with the planning and handling of internal and external meetings, travel and conference arrangements.
Assistance with preparation for trials, hearings, and court appearances.
Assisting with preparation for events such as public presentations and rallies
Assistance with discovery preparation and exchange, including compilation and organization of discovery documents; maintenance of discovery databases; preparation of initial disclosures, interrogatories, and requests for production; assembly of discovery binders; document scrubbing and metadata removal; and secure document transmission.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Essential qualities, qualifications and skills:
A university degree. Paralegal certificate preferred, but significant experience as a paralegal or legal assistant is acceptable in lieu of a paralegal certificate.
A minimum of one year of experience in a litigation or research environment.
Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail.
Ability and willingness to complete legal secretarial tasks.
Intermediate or higher skills in Microsoft Office and Adobe Pro
Familiarity with practice management and timekeeping software (e.g. Rocket Matter, MyCase) preferred
Excellent writing and editing skills
Strong communication skills to facilitate working with attorneys in offices throughout the country.
An ability to multi-task efficiently and to work well as part of an effective team.
A strong work ethic and a demonstrated commitment to environmental protection.
Salary is commensurate with that offered by other nonprofit organizations for comparable experience.
Benefits package:
Paid generous medical, dental and vision plan.
Paid short-term and long-term disability.
403(b) plan with opportunity for match.
Relaxed work atmosphere.
The Center for Biological Diversity deeply values, and is committed to sustaining and promoting, both biological and cultural diversity. We welcome, embrace and respect diversity of people, identities and cultures. We are committed to fostering an organizational culture of diversity and inclusion. The Center believes staff and board diversity is critical to saving life on Earth.
We are an equal opportunity employer.
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THE OPPORTUNITY
This position will play a central role in building and managing PFT’s portfolio of forest conservation projects in Oregon and regionally. The Project Manager will engage with landowners, key funders, and agency stakeholders to identify, initiate, and manage conservation projects and transactions. Particular emphasis will be on advancing our outreach and building our constituency and support in Oregon. PFT’s projects are often large-scale and complex, and involve collaboration with multiple public and private partners. This position will lead and facilitate these projects from inception to closing.
The Project Manager will plan for strategic acquisitions and manage/assist in the completion of easement and fee title projects from outreach through development to closing. All activities will be performed in a manner consistent with PFT’s overall program priorities, policies and procedures as a twice-accredited land trust and publicly supported charity and with our commitment to the highest ethical standards.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Identify and cultivate partnerships through outreach to private forestland owners, foresters, public agencies, elected officials, other resource managers, and other forest stakeholders. This includes one-on-one visits; organizing, attending and/or presenting at meetings, conferences and workshops (including PFT’s own); participating in regional collaboratives of which PFT is a member; and collaborating with other PFT staff on articles and other media.
Actively source and develop conservation easements and fee title projects in PFT priority areas, consistent with PFT’s acquisition policies and procedures.
Develop and implement funding plans for acquisitions by cultivating financial support for PFT at the state, national and local level. Understand and be able to successfully access all potential government funding sources (state, federal, other), as well as philanthropic and private sector financial sources and structures. Prepare proposals and financial analyses. Fulfill reporting requirements of funders.
Negotiate and manage conservation easement acquisitions, including drafting and quality assurance of conservation plans or assessments for the property; supervising property due diligence, including title investigation, site characterization, and environmental assessment; negotiation and drafting of conservation easement deeds; and oversight of transaction closing processes.
Play a key role within PFT’s Conservation and Stewardship team, collaborating with other conservation and stewardship staff.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum of 10 years working in land conservation, including at least 5 years in conservation easement transactions. Forestry or other related resource management background preferred.
Demonstrated success negotiating, financing and managing conservation easement acquisitions.
An understanding of, commitment to, and experience meeting the high standards of land trust accreditation.
Advanced degree, preferably in relevant field of law, resource management or business.
Strong track record of collaboration and partnership with varying stakeholders to develop successful conservation projects.
Expertise and success obtaining funds from public and private sources for land and conservation easement acquisitions and fulfilling funding requirements, including reporting.
Excellent written and oral communication skills to effectively articulate the benefits of working forest conservation to engage potential and existing partners, including forest owners, government agencies and community stakeholders.
Experience building long-term partnerships with stakeholders to develop successful conservation projects.
Experience managing and leading teams.
A commitment to high standards and personal accountability, with strong initiative, perseverance, and resilience.
Commitment to Pacific Forest Trust’s mission and desire to make an enduring contribution to the field of conservation and sustainable forestry.
Fluent with basic computer applications, e.g., Microsoft Office, ArcGIS
Personable and flexible. Able to work under pressure and to manage time and competing priorities. Comfortable and effective working in a small, busy organization.
Must be able to lift 20 pounds and hike across sometimes steep or uneven terrain.
REPORTS TO:
PFT President ; works closely with the Conservation and Stewardship team and Oregon Program Director.
TRAVEL:
Significant travel is required. Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
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Sep 09, 2019
Full time
THE OPPORTUNITY
This position will play a central role in building and managing PFT’s portfolio of forest conservation projects in Oregon and regionally. The Project Manager will engage with landowners, key funders, and agency stakeholders to identify, initiate, and manage conservation projects and transactions. Particular emphasis will be on advancing our outreach and building our constituency and support in Oregon. PFT’s projects are often large-scale and complex, and involve collaboration with multiple public and private partners. This position will lead and facilitate these projects from inception to closing.
The Project Manager will plan for strategic acquisitions and manage/assist in the completion of easement and fee title projects from outreach through development to closing. All activities will be performed in a manner consistent with PFT’s overall program priorities, policies and procedures as a twice-accredited land trust and publicly supported charity and with our commitment to the highest ethical standards.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Identify and cultivate partnerships through outreach to private forestland owners, foresters, public agencies, elected officials, other resource managers, and other forest stakeholders. This includes one-on-one visits; organizing, attending and/or presenting at meetings, conferences and workshops (including PFT’s own); participating in regional collaboratives of which PFT is a member; and collaborating with other PFT staff on articles and other media.
Actively source and develop conservation easements and fee title projects in PFT priority areas, consistent with PFT’s acquisition policies and procedures.
Develop and implement funding plans for acquisitions by cultivating financial support for PFT at the state, national and local level. Understand and be able to successfully access all potential government funding sources (state, federal, other), as well as philanthropic and private sector financial sources and structures. Prepare proposals and financial analyses. Fulfill reporting requirements of funders.
Negotiate and manage conservation easement acquisitions, including drafting and quality assurance of conservation plans or assessments for the property; supervising property due diligence, including title investigation, site characterization, and environmental assessment; negotiation and drafting of conservation easement deeds; and oversight of transaction closing processes.
Play a key role within PFT’s Conservation and Stewardship team, collaborating with other conservation and stewardship staff.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum of 10 years working in land conservation, including at least 5 years in conservation easement transactions. Forestry or other related resource management background preferred.
Demonstrated success negotiating, financing and managing conservation easement acquisitions.
An understanding of, commitment to, and experience meeting the high standards of land trust accreditation.
Advanced degree, preferably in relevant field of law, resource management or business.
Strong track record of collaboration and partnership with varying stakeholders to develop successful conservation projects.
Expertise and success obtaining funds from public and private sources for land and conservation easement acquisitions and fulfilling funding requirements, including reporting.
Excellent written and oral communication skills to effectively articulate the benefits of working forest conservation to engage potential and existing partners, including forest owners, government agencies and community stakeholders.
Experience building long-term partnerships with stakeholders to develop successful conservation projects.
Experience managing and leading teams.
A commitment to high standards and personal accountability, with strong initiative, perseverance, and resilience.
Commitment to Pacific Forest Trust’s mission and desire to make an enduring contribution to the field of conservation and sustainable forestry.
Fluent with basic computer applications, e.g., Microsoft Office, ArcGIS
Personable and flexible. Able to work under pressure and to manage time and competing priorities. Comfortable and effective working in a small, busy organization.
Must be able to lift 20 pounds and hike across sometimes steep or uneven terrain.
REPORTS TO:
PFT President ; works closely with the Conservation and Stewardship team and Oregon Program Director.
TRAVEL:
Significant travel is required. Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
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Walt Disney Company
Walt Disney World Resort, Buena Vista Drive, Lake Buena Vista, FL, USA
Job Summary:
Marine Conservation Education Internship – Spring 2020 The Seas with Nemo and Friends Be a part of a transformative team and culture… You will make an impact by supporting family and youth conservation education programing, while also delivering content onstage at The Seas with Nemo & Friends.
Responsibilities:
Inspire change and daily conservation action through informal education and interpretation
Create Magical Moments for Guests, deliver formal presentations, and initiate one-on-one interactions
Lead the facilitation of conservation-based programs comprised of groups of students from around the country and world, grades 3-12
Conceptualize logistics and teach new programs which may be in development
Basic Qualifications:
An ability to excel in an extremely flexible, fast paced environment focusing on high Guest satisfaction.
Experience working with the public in a formal or informal learning setting (i.e classroom, zoo, aquarium, museum, or science center)
Strong public speaking experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
A valid U.S driver’s license.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience utilizing computer design programs such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign
Ability to communicate verbally and written in two or more languages
SCUBA certification
Required Education
Junior, Senior or recent college graduate of Undergraduate degree
Minimum grade point average of 3.0
Studying directly Education, Zoology, Marine Science, Environmental or Life Sciences, Recreation, or related major
Additional Information:
Required Materials
Résumé (outlining all of your required qualifications)
College transcripts (official or unofficial)
Please attach a copy of your SCUBA Certification Card front and back within 48 hours of submitting application (If you are certified at the time of application)
To upload these documents:
Log into your Dashboard
Click the second tab "Attachments"
Select "Submitted Applications"
Click on the title of the position for which you would like to attach the transcript/cover letter/resume/etc
Click the "Add Files" button
Under what you want to add, select "Transcript"/or type of document you are attaching
Be sure your document is titled appropriately with your name and type of document in this format: First Name_Last Name_Transcript
Internship Eligibility :
Must be enrolled in an accredited college/university taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program OR must have graduated from a college/university within 6 months OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Professional Internship
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must not have completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program.
Must possess unrestricted work authorization
Must provide full work availability
Must provide own transportation to/from work
Current Active Disney cast members must meet Professional Internship transfer guidelines (for Walt Disney World cast members this is no more than four points and one reprimand in the last six months; for Disneyland cast members this is six months of consecutive service and a performance record clear of any disciplinary issues (warnings, suspensions, etc.) for at least six months)
Program Length : The approximate dates of this internship are January 2020 - June 2020. Interns must be fully available for the duration of the internship. Housing : A limited amount of company-sponsored housing is available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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Sep 04, 2019
Internship- Paid
Job Summary:
Marine Conservation Education Internship – Spring 2020 The Seas with Nemo and Friends Be a part of a transformative team and culture… You will make an impact by supporting family and youth conservation education programing, while also delivering content onstage at The Seas with Nemo & Friends.
Responsibilities:
Inspire change and daily conservation action through informal education and interpretation
Create Magical Moments for Guests, deliver formal presentations, and initiate one-on-one interactions
Lead the facilitation of conservation-based programs comprised of groups of students from around the country and world, grades 3-12
Conceptualize logistics and teach new programs which may be in development
Basic Qualifications:
An ability to excel in an extremely flexible, fast paced environment focusing on high Guest satisfaction.
Experience working with the public in a formal or informal learning setting (i.e classroom, zoo, aquarium, museum, or science center)
Strong public speaking experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
A valid U.S driver’s license.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience utilizing computer design programs such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign
Ability to communicate verbally and written in two or more languages
SCUBA certification
Required Education
Junior, Senior or recent college graduate of Undergraduate degree
Minimum grade point average of 3.0
Studying directly Education, Zoology, Marine Science, Environmental or Life Sciences, Recreation, or related major
Additional Information:
Required Materials
Résumé (outlining all of your required qualifications)
College transcripts (official or unofficial)
Please attach a copy of your SCUBA Certification Card front and back within 48 hours of submitting application (If you are certified at the time of application)
To upload these documents:
Log into your Dashboard
Click the second tab "Attachments"
Select "Submitted Applications"
Click on the title of the position for which you would like to attach the transcript/cover letter/resume/etc
Click the "Add Files" button
Under what you want to add, select "Transcript"/or type of document you are attaching
Be sure your document is titled appropriately with your name and type of document in this format: First Name_Last Name_Transcript
Internship Eligibility :
Must be enrolled in an accredited college/university taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program OR must have graduated from a college/university within 6 months OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Professional Internship
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must not have completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program.
Must possess unrestricted work authorization
Must provide full work availability
Must provide own transportation to/from work
Current Active Disney cast members must meet Professional Internship transfer guidelines (for Walt Disney World cast members this is no more than four points and one reprimand in the last six months; for Disneyland cast members this is six months of consecutive service and a performance record clear of any disciplinary issues (warnings, suspensions, etc.) for at least six months)
Program Length : The approximate dates of this internship are January 2020 - June 2020. Interns must be fully available for the duration of the internship. Housing : A limited amount of company-sponsored housing is available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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Walt Disney Company
Remote (Walt Disney World, Buena Vista Drive, Orlando, FL, USA)
Job Summary:
Conservation Education Presenter Internship – Spring 2020 Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park Be a part of a transformative team and culture… As a Conservation Education Presenter at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, you will inspire future generations to take action. As part of a high-energy, fast-paced front-line team you will engage with Guests of all ages as they discover the magic of nature.
Responsibilities:
Actively invite Guests to connect with animals and conservation topics at Wilderness Explorer Troop Leader locations and select animal habitats throughout the park
Empower thousands of Guests to positively impact wildlife and take conservation action
Share natural history and animal behavior information using fun and engaging interpretive techniques
No direct animal contact takes place in this role.
Basic Qualifications:
Personal passion for wildlife conservation, as well as a passion for sharing insight and knowledge of wildlife conservation with others
Demonstrated strong conservation and environmental knowledge
Strong interpersonal skills including previous experience working with children and families
Knowledge and passion for sharing science-related information in a learning environment (classroom, zoo, aquarium, museum, camp, nature center, etc.)
Ability to regularly work weekends and holidays, outdoors for 6+ hours per day, and in all weather conditions including extreme heat and rain
Preferred Qualifications:
The Intern’s preferred qualifications include:
Proven ability to work as part of a high-performance team and in a feedback-rich environment
Excellent problem-solving abilities and critical thinking skills
Ability to speak more than one language
Required Education
Currently enrolled in a college/university or recent college graduate
Life or Environmental Sciences, Environmental Policy, Biology, Zoology, Education, Recreation, Communications or related major
Minimum grade point average of 2.0
Internship Eligibility :
Must be enrolled in an accredited college/university taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program OR must have graduated from a college/university within 6 months OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Professional Internship
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must not have completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program.
Must possess unrestricted work authorization
Must provide full work availability
Must provide own transportation to/from work
Current Active Disney cast members must meet Professional Internship transfer guidelines (for Walt Disney World cast members this is no more than four points and one reprimand in the last six months; for Disneyland cast members this is six months of consecutive service and a performance record clear of any disciplinary issues (warnings, suspensions, etc.) for at least six months)
Program Length: The approximate dates of this internship are January 2020 - June 2020. Interns must be fully available for the duration of the internship. Housing: A limited amount of company-sponsored housing is available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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Sep 03, 2019
Internship- Paid
Job Summary:
Conservation Education Presenter Internship – Spring 2020 Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park Be a part of a transformative team and culture… As a Conservation Education Presenter at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, you will inspire future generations to take action. As part of a high-energy, fast-paced front-line team you will engage with Guests of all ages as they discover the magic of nature.
Responsibilities:
Actively invite Guests to connect with animals and conservation topics at Wilderness Explorer Troop Leader locations and select animal habitats throughout the park
Empower thousands of Guests to positively impact wildlife and take conservation action
Share natural history and animal behavior information using fun and engaging interpretive techniques
No direct animal contact takes place in this role.
Basic Qualifications:
Personal passion for wildlife conservation, as well as a passion for sharing insight and knowledge of wildlife conservation with others
Demonstrated strong conservation and environmental knowledge
Strong interpersonal skills including previous experience working with children and families
Knowledge and passion for sharing science-related information in a learning environment (classroom, zoo, aquarium, museum, camp, nature center, etc.)
Ability to regularly work weekends and holidays, outdoors for 6+ hours per day, and in all weather conditions including extreme heat and rain
Preferred Qualifications:
The Intern’s preferred qualifications include:
Proven ability to work as part of a high-performance team and in a feedback-rich environment
Excellent problem-solving abilities and critical thinking skills
Ability to speak more than one language
Required Education
Currently enrolled in a college/university or recent college graduate
Life or Environmental Sciences, Environmental Policy, Biology, Zoology, Education, Recreation, Communications or related major
Minimum grade point average of 2.0
Internship Eligibility :
Must be enrolled in an accredited college/university taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program OR must have graduated from a college/university within 6 months OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Professional Internship
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must not have completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program.
Must possess unrestricted work authorization
Must provide full work availability
Must provide own transportation to/from work
Current Active Disney cast members must meet Professional Internship transfer guidelines (for Walt Disney World cast members this is no more than four points and one reprimand in the last six months; for Disneyland cast members this is six months of consecutive service and a performance record clear of any disciplinary issues (warnings, suspensions, etc.) for at least six months)
Program Length: The approximate dates of this internship are January 2020 - June 2020. Interns must be fully available for the duration of the internship. Housing: A limited amount of company-sponsored housing is available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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Start a new career with Georgia-Pacific , one of the world’s leading manufacturers of Building Products and Consumer Products. We are hiring now for a Facility Environmental Manager at our Newington, New Hampshire facility . Want to learn about the Newington, NH area? Click the following link to get a taste of the area! http://www.goportsmouthnh.com/ /. The Facility Environmental Manager will perform professional work at multiple levels in support of the Plant and Corporate Environmental Programs at the Newington, NH facility. The individual will be responsible for the development, implementation, and management of the facility’s environmental compliance programs and systems. This position will assist in ensuring facility compliance with pertinent governmental regulations, including state and federal air regulations for air emissions, storm water, wastewater, and hazardous wastes. The role will also help ensure that the site conforms to relative company policies and procedures, such as Georgia Pacific's Environmental Compliance Standards.
The Georgia-Pacific Gypsum facility in Newington, NH produces a variety of gypsum wallboard, roof decking, and sheathing products. Wallboard is an affordable, strong and durable construction material used in residential and commercial building. To learn more about our Building Products division, visit www.buildgp.com . To learn more about our gypsum products, visit www.gpgypsum.com and https://youtu.be/6GHIm5A0sKs
Our performance-based compensation system allows motivated employees to earn accelerated increases, annual bonus program participation, and be eligible for spot bonuses. Safety is a shared value at Georgia-Pacific and we ‘walk the talk’ through employee involvement in every facet of our operation. We offer full medical and dental benefits, life insurance, a 401K matching program, paid holidays, paid vacation days, and paid floating holidays each year. Opportunities for advancement are only limited by your initiative and ability to create value in a business that is solid, growing, and reinvesting in new technologies for enhanced safety, quality, reliability, and employee fulfillment.
A Day In The Life Typically Includes:
Technical Expert and Compliance Standard Owner
Direct and assist in compliance of federal (EPA) and State (NHDES) environmental program requirements, including but not limited to air, wastewater, storm water, solid and hazardous waste, CERCL/EPCRA, and FCC.
Assist Plant Manager in the development and the implementation of the Corporate Environmental Management System (7-Element Risk Management System), as well as integration of the environmental system into the plant’s overall Operational Excellence (OpEx) Plan
Analyze incident and compliance trend data and work with operating departments to reduce risk
Participate in and/or lead environmental incident investigations, mitigation, root cause analysis, and corrective actions
Coordinate activities and prepare/submit reporting to outside agencies on schedule
Assess and mitigate employee exposure to hazards in the workplace
Stay current with new ideas, engineering, and techniques in the environmental field
Represent facility during agency inspections
Identify cost-effective solutions for technical and regulatory environmental issues
Work closely with the respective Regional Environmental Manager and/or Business Environmental Manager for guidance and direction on all environmental matters
Knowledge share with Environmental personnel at other GP Building Product facilities
Learn and apply Market Based Management (MBM®) and foster the use of the MBM® Guiding Principles to create value and drive down risk at the site.
Function as the facility FCC licensing and regulatory contact for 2-way radios
What You Will Need:
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Environmental Science or Engineering Degree or related degree
A minimum of three (3) years of industrial environmental experience, with direct involvement in all aspects of a Title V Air Permit program
Experience with resolution and firmness to take charge of environmental matters and direct others’ activities as needed
Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Outlook
Ability to interface well with all employees (hourly and salaried) in the facility
What Will Put You Ahead?
Preferred Qualifications:
Two (2) years of successful environmental compliance and management systems experience
Willingness to conduct and submit sampling of various items on a monthly basis.
Experience in understanding emissions calculations, emissions factors and how they are applied to calculate emissions
Experience implement key management systems/controls, such as Permits, Plans, License & Registration; Written Representation Tables; Statement of Basis; Declaration of Negative Applicability; and Compliance Calendars
Want to learn more about Georgia-Pacific?
Equal Opportunity Employer. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: www.kochcareers.com/doc/Everify.pdf
Aug 22, 2019
Full time
Start a new career with Georgia-Pacific , one of the world’s leading manufacturers of Building Products and Consumer Products. We are hiring now for a Facility Environmental Manager at our Newington, New Hampshire facility . Want to learn about the Newington, NH area? Click the following link to get a taste of the area! http://www.goportsmouthnh.com/ /. The Facility Environmental Manager will perform professional work at multiple levels in support of the Plant and Corporate Environmental Programs at the Newington, NH facility. The individual will be responsible for the development, implementation, and management of the facility’s environmental compliance programs and systems. This position will assist in ensuring facility compliance with pertinent governmental regulations, including state and federal air regulations for air emissions, storm water, wastewater, and hazardous wastes. The role will also help ensure that the site conforms to relative company policies and procedures, such as Georgia Pacific's Environmental Compliance Standards.
The Georgia-Pacific Gypsum facility in Newington, NH produces a variety of gypsum wallboard, roof decking, and sheathing products. Wallboard is an affordable, strong and durable construction material used in residential and commercial building. To learn more about our Building Products division, visit www.buildgp.com . To learn more about our gypsum products, visit www.gpgypsum.com and https://youtu.be/6GHIm5A0sKs
Our performance-based compensation system allows motivated employees to earn accelerated increases, annual bonus program participation, and be eligible for spot bonuses. Safety is a shared value at Georgia-Pacific and we ‘walk the talk’ through employee involvement in every facet of our operation. We offer full medical and dental benefits, life insurance, a 401K matching program, paid holidays, paid vacation days, and paid floating holidays each year. Opportunities for advancement are only limited by your initiative and ability to create value in a business that is solid, growing, and reinvesting in new technologies for enhanced safety, quality, reliability, and employee fulfillment.
A Day In The Life Typically Includes:
Technical Expert and Compliance Standard Owner
Direct and assist in compliance of federal (EPA) and State (NHDES) environmental program requirements, including but not limited to air, wastewater, storm water, solid and hazardous waste, CERCL/EPCRA, and FCC.
Assist Plant Manager in the development and the implementation of the Corporate Environmental Management System (7-Element Risk Management System), as well as integration of the environmental system into the plant’s overall Operational Excellence (OpEx) Plan
Analyze incident and compliance trend data and work with operating departments to reduce risk
Participate in and/or lead environmental incident investigations, mitigation, root cause analysis, and corrective actions
Coordinate activities and prepare/submit reporting to outside agencies on schedule
Assess and mitigate employee exposure to hazards in the workplace
Stay current with new ideas, engineering, and techniques in the environmental field
Represent facility during agency inspections
Identify cost-effective solutions for technical and regulatory environmental issues
Work closely with the respective Regional Environmental Manager and/or Business Environmental Manager for guidance and direction on all environmental matters
Knowledge share with Environmental personnel at other GP Building Product facilities
Learn and apply Market Based Management (MBM®) and foster the use of the MBM® Guiding Principles to create value and drive down risk at the site.
Function as the facility FCC licensing and regulatory contact for 2-way radios
What You Will Need:
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Environmental Science or Engineering Degree or related degree
A minimum of three (3) years of industrial environmental experience, with direct involvement in all aspects of a Title V Air Permit program
Experience with resolution and firmness to take charge of environmental matters and direct others’ activities as needed
Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Outlook
Ability to interface well with all employees (hourly and salaried) in the facility
What Will Put You Ahead?
Preferred Qualifications:
Two (2) years of successful environmental compliance and management systems experience
Willingness to conduct and submit sampling of various items on a monthly basis.
Experience in understanding emissions calculations, emissions factors and how they are applied to calculate emissions
Experience implement key management systems/controls, such as Permits, Plans, License & Registration; Written Representation Tables; Statement of Basis; Declaration of Negative Applicability; and Compliance Calendars
Want to learn more about Georgia-Pacific?
Equal Opportunity Employer. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: www.kochcareers.com/doc/Everify.pdf
FORESTRY/BIOLOGICAL AIDS and TECHNICIANS HOT JOBS WITH US FOREST SERVICE
FORESTRY - WILDLIFE - FIREFIGHTING - FISHERIES - CONSERVATION
See current list of USDA Forest Service Summer-Seasonal-Temporary FORESTRY and BIOLOGICAL AID AND TECHNICIAN Jobs 2019!
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Aug 21, 2019
Temporary
FORESTRY/BIOLOGICAL AIDS and TECHNICIANS HOT JOBS WITH US FOREST SERVICE
FORESTRY - WILDLIFE - FIREFIGHTING - FISHERIES - CONSERVATION
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New Jersey Conservation Foundation
Far Hills, NJ, USA
New Jersey Conservation Foundation seeks a Development Manager to cultivate and increase membership, major donor giving, planned giving and manage fundraising events.
The position offers an exceptional opportunity for a fundraising professional with a deep commitment to land conservation. The ideal candidate will thrive in a team environment focusing on major donor cultivation, small donor fundraising strategies, online and direct mail campaigns, planned giving and fundraising events.
Required education and experience include a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of three years experience in a fundraising and development or marketing role and proficiency with online fundraising, direct mail, nonprofit advocacy, membership cultivation, social media, and fundraising events. Qualifications include exceptional writing, proofreading, organizational and interpersonal skills, attention to detail and ability to multi-task. Must be a self-starter and work well as a team member. Familiarity with Adobe Illustrator and Salsa database a plus.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. Qualified candidates should submit their cover letter and resume along with salary requirements to recruiting@njconservation.org or fax to (908) 234-1189. For additional information about us visit www.njconservation.org .
Job Description :
The Development Manager will cultivate and increase membership, major donor giving, planned giving and manage fundraising events.
Responsibilities:
Coordinate all major donor cultivation activities including identifying and scheduling visits with major donors
Develop and implement small donor fundraising strategies to increase membership and manage calls to action for online and direct mail campaigns
Assist in the production of queries, reports and the generation of lists through Salsa database
Develop consistent communications to grow donor base and solicit and cultivate members
Produce direct mail appeals (including member, lapsed donor and new member acquisition appeals), invitations, and brochures
Update social network profiles including Facebook and Twitter with relevant content
Create and distribute regular email updates to members
Create dynamic advocacy appeals
Interact with members by email, social media, phone and personal meetings
Manage planned giving program
Manage fundraising events
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
3+ years experience in a fundraising and development or marketing role
Bachelor’s degree
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to drive projects to completion
Exceptional writing, proofreading and interpersonal skills
Ability to multi-task, work well as a team member and be self-directed and flexible
Proficiency with online fundraising, nonprofit advocacy and membership cultivation
Basic image editing skills, familiarity with Adobe Illustrator and Salsa or other fundraising database
Commitment to the mission of New Jersey Conservation Foundation.
Other preferred characteristics:
Eagerness to learn and contribute to a small team
Creative and compelling storyteller
Comfort and proficiency with common software packages and ability to perform mail merges, simple HTML edits, etc.
Self-starter, dynamic and yet responsive to direction and feedback
Experience with fundraising events
Organizational Relationship: Reports to the Assistant Director
New Jersey Conservation Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, age, national origin, ethnic background, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to building a diverse team and strongly encourage all qualified professionals to apply.
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Aug 09, 2019
Full time
New Jersey Conservation Foundation seeks a Development Manager to cultivate and increase membership, major donor giving, planned giving and manage fundraising events.
The position offers an exceptional opportunity for a fundraising professional with a deep commitment to land conservation. The ideal candidate will thrive in a team environment focusing on major donor cultivation, small donor fundraising strategies, online and direct mail campaigns, planned giving and fundraising events.
Required education and experience include a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of three years experience in a fundraising and development or marketing role and proficiency with online fundraising, direct mail, nonprofit advocacy, membership cultivation, social media, and fundraising events. Qualifications include exceptional writing, proofreading, organizational and interpersonal skills, attention to detail and ability to multi-task. Must be a self-starter and work well as a team member. Familiarity with Adobe Illustrator and Salsa database a plus.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. Qualified candidates should submit their cover letter and resume along with salary requirements to recruiting@njconservation.org or fax to (908) 234-1189. For additional information about us visit www.njconservation.org .
Job Description :
The Development Manager will cultivate and increase membership, major donor giving, planned giving and manage fundraising events.
Responsibilities:
Coordinate all major donor cultivation activities including identifying and scheduling visits with major donors
Develop and implement small donor fundraising strategies to increase membership and manage calls to action for online and direct mail campaigns
Assist in the production of queries, reports and the generation of lists through Salsa database
Develop consistent communications to grow donor base and solicit and cultivate members
Produce direct mail appeals (including member, lapsed donor and new member acquisition appeals), invitations, and brochures
Update social network profiles including Facebook and Twitter with relevant content
Create and distribute regular email updates to members
Create dynamic advocacy appeals
Interact with members by email, social media, phone and personal meetings
Manage planned giving program
Manage fundraising events
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
3+ years experience in a fundraising and development or marketing role
Bachelor’s degree
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to drive projects to completion
Exceptional writing, proofreading and interpersonal skills
Ability to multi-task, work well as a team member and be self-directed and flexible
Proficiency with online fundraising, nonprofit advocacy and membership cultivation
Basic image editing skills, familiarity with Adobe Illustrator and Salsa or other fundraising database
Commitment to the mission of New Jersey Conservation Foundation.
Other preferred characteristics:
Eagerness to learn and contribute to a small team
Creative and compelling storyteller
Comfort and proficiency with common software packages and ability to perform mail merges, simple HTML edits, etc.
Self-starter, dynamic and yet responsive to direction and feedback
Experience with fundraising events
Organizational Relationship: Reports to the Assistant Director
New Jersey Conservation Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, age, national origin, ethnic background, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to building a diverse team and strongly encourage all qualified professionals to apply.
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Job Title: Forestry Program Operations Manager
FLSA Status: Exempt
Summary:
Provide overall administrative, technical, logistics, financial, and resource management of a forestry maintenance program of work to include all pre-inspection listing and/or removal of hazard trees from start to finish for various utility clients along their existing right-of-ways. Executes our Core Values and Priorities – Integrity, Safety, Quality, and Production to guide our business practices that ensures P&J is committed to a Zero Incident Philosophy of no harm to person, property, the environment, or our reputation.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Lead and overall responsibility for the entire utility program of work.
Maintain a professional appearance with the ability to work well under pressure to meet deadlines.
Responsible for recruiting, interviewing, hiring, assigning and directing work, performance evaluations to include coaching and discipline, addressing complaints to resolution for all project personnel while demonstrating positive leadership to motivate all personnel and communicate with both direct reports and superiors.
Define problems, collect information, and establish facts to provide an appropriate resolution.
Build and maintain solid relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.
Setup, organize, update, and maintain electronic and printed files of working documents.
Coordinate and schedule subcontractors, vendors, and material suppliers.
Establish project objectives, procedures, and performance standards within the limits of the corporate policy.
Manage financial aspects of contracts to protect company’s interest while maintaining good relationships.
Review cost reports and evaluate methods to reduce cost while maintaining productivity. Manage budget projection for labor, material, equipment, and subcontractors procured on the project. Responsible for daily, weekly, and monthly projections and progress for all construction activities.
Responsible for project cost forecasting, monthly cost to complete development, and accuracy of reporting.
Responsible for the invoicing or payment application process as well as monitoring the quality of weekly labor and equipment hours, material, and subcontractor reporting.
Provide technical assistance to include interpretation of drawings and recommending construction methods.
Responsible for productivity, efficient use of materials/equipment, and contractual performance of the project.
Coordinates materials, subcontractors, equipment expediting efforts as required to maintain the schedule.
Review and analyze daily cost reports for comparison analysis, planning, and implementing changes as required.
Develop, negotiate, submit, track, and maintain client and/or subcontractor change orders.
Develop scope of work and project schedules in Microsoft Excel, Project, or Primavera.
Lead project meetings and generate daily, weekly, or monthly meeting documents.
Work with landowners and develop lease, borrow, and any other agreements necessary for the project.
Assist the safety department in the coordination and executing annual safety training, preparing emergency action plans, completing good catch, near miss, and incident investigations and/or reports, and leading or attending daily and weekly safety meetings to ensure projects are being constructed in a safe manner to include implementing, promoting, and monitoring safety objectives.
Manages the issuance of work to be performed and tracks work progress, maps circuits using client continuity lists, performs outage investigations and, when necessary, obtains permits from public agencies and documents work.
Maintain working relationships with local client representatives, as well as all relevant federal, state and local governmental agencies with which it may become necessary to interact with during the course of performing their prescribed vegetation management duties.
Audit compliance with all regulatory requirements and client vegetation management standards.
Develop presentations and present information at internal and external client meetings.
Conducts work in a safety-conscious manner as not to endanger themselves or others.
Knows and exemplifies Phillips & Jordan’s Core Values.
Assume additional responsibilities and duties as directed.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Manage operations managers and area supervisors on the pre-inspection listing and clearing scopes or work regarding the forestry program operations.
May directly supervise up to 20 supervisors with a project team of up to 250 team members.
Requirements:
Knowledge of forestry or construction, finance, and management.
Ability to apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize employee performance.
Thorough understanding of corporate and industry practices, processes, standards and activities.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Microsoft Project, Outlook, Visio, Primavera).
Effective communication (oral, written, presentation, listening).
Effective motivational and supervisory skills.
Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks.
Expected to travel nationally.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical specifications, drawings, financial reports, and legal documents.
Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, subcontractors, suppliers, regulatory agencies, landowners, or members of the community.
Extensive familiarity with contractor’s work practices.
Education and Experience:
Undergraduate degree or experience in Forestry, Forestry Operations, Construction Science, Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Business Management, Horticulture, Arboriculture, Environmental Studies, Conservation, Natural Resources, or related fields.
Minimum of five years forestry or construction management experience with similar scopes of work. Thorough knowledge of all aspects of forestry or construction (technology, equipment, methods), negotiations, schedules, and safety required.
ISA Certification Preferred
Utility Vegetation Management Experience Preferred
Possess a valid driver's license. Must have a clean driving record in the past 36 months, as verified by a current MVR report.
Safety Considerations:
May be required to occasionally lift objects up to 80 pounds. Must practice good back posture and ergonomic principles for working in an office environment. Must wear personal protective equipment in the field to include safety glasses, boots, hard hats, gloves and similar. May be exposed to extreme heat and cold environments on a limited basis. Extended walking, climbing and use of hands and feet will be necessary. May be required to drive a company vehicle and must have a valid driver’s license and approval prior to driving a company owned or leased vehicle.
Environment
Work in a temporary office location environment with various outdoor field environments while on the program; vehicle and foot inspections of work along utility power lines; remote locations as well as urban, city environment; physical demands and travel from site to site, including: walking/hiking on various surfaces including flat, dry, wet, slippery, uneven, rough, steep terrain, hills and slopes; exposure to noise, dust, grease, and all types of weather and temperature conditions; exposure to hazardous traffic conditions.
Physical
Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in both an office and a field environment; to walk, stand, sit, and operate a motor vehicle for prolonged periods of time; to frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, run, crawl, climb, reach, twist, grasp and make repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties; carry, push and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight (5 to 20 lbs.); to operate assigned equipment and vehicles; ability to verbally communicate to exchange information with public; ability to see and hear in normal range with or without correction.
Jul 31, 2019
Full time
Job Title: Forestry Program Operations Manager
FLSA Status: Exempt
Summary:
Provide overall administrative, technical, logistics, financial, and resource management of a forestry maintenance program of work to include all pre-inspection listing and/or removal of hazard trees from start to finish for various utility clients along their existing right-of-ways. Executes our Core Values and Priorities – Integrity, Safety, Quality, and Production to guide our business practices that ensures P&J is committed to a Zero Incident Philosophy of no harm to person, property, the environment, or our reputation.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Lead and overall responsibility for the entire utility program of work.
Maintain a professional appearance with the ability to work well under pressure to meet deadlines.
Responsible for recruiting, interviewing, hiring, assigning and directing work, performance evaluations to include coaching and discipline, addressing complaints to resolution for all project personnel while demonstrating positive leadership to motivate all personnel and communicate with both direct reports and superiors.
Define problems, collect information, and establish facts to provide an appropriate resolution.
Build and maintain solid relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.
Setup, organize, update, and maintain electronic and printed files of working documents.
Coordinate and schedule subcontractors, vendors, and material suppliers.
Establish project objectives, procedures, and performance standards within the limits of the corporate policy.
Manage financial aspects of contracts to protect company’s interest while maintaining good relationships.
Review cost reports and evaluate methods to reduce cost while maintaining productivity. Manage budget projection for labor, material, equipment, and subcontractors procured on the project. Responsible for daily, weekly, and monthly projections and progress for all construction activities.
Responsible for project cost forecasting, monthly cost to complete development, and accuracy of reporting.
Responsible for the invoicing or payment application process as well as monitoring the quality of weekly labor and equipment hours, material, and subcontractor reporting.
Provide technical assistance to include interpretation of drawings and recommending construction methods.
Responsible for productivity, efficient use of materials/equipment, and contractual performance of the project.
Coordinates materials, subcontractors, equipment expediting efforts as required to maintain the schedule.
Review and analyze daily cost reports for comparison analysis, planning, and implementing changes as required.
Develop, negotiate, submit, track, and maintain client and/or subcontractor change orders.
Develop scope of work and project schedules in Microsoft Excel, Project, or Primavera.
Lead project meetings and generate daily, weekly, or monthly meeting documents.
Work with landowners and develop lease, borrow, and any other agreements necessary for the project.
Assist the safety department in the coordination and executing annual safety training, preparing emergency action plans, completing good catch, near miss, and incident investigations and/or reports, and leading or attending daily and weekly safety meetings to ensure projects are being constructed in a safe manner to include implementing, promoting, and monitoring safety objectives.
Manages the issuance of work to be performed and tracks work progress, maps circuits using client continuity lists, performs outage investigations and, when necessary, obtains permits from public agencies and documents work.
Maintain working relationships with local client representatives, as well as all relevant federal, state and local governmental agencies with which it may become necessary to interact with during the course of performing their prescribed vegetation management duties.
Audit compliance with all regulatory requirements and client vegetation management standards.
Develop presentations and present information at internal and external client meetings.
Conducts work in a safety-conscious manner as not to endanger themselves or others.
Knows and exemplifies Phillips & Jordan’s Core Values.
Assume additional responsibilities and duties as directed.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Manage operations managers and area supervisors on the pre-inspection listing and clearing scopes or work regarding the forestry program operations.
May directly supervise up to 20 supervisors with a project team of up to 250 team members.
Requirements:
Knowledge of forestry or construction, finance, and management.
Ability to apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize employee performance.
Thorough understanding of corporate and industry practices, processes, standards and activities.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Microsoft Project, Outlook, Visio, Primavera).
Effective communication (oral, written, presentation, listening).
Effective motivational and supervisory skills.
Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks.
Expected to travel nationally.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical specifications, drawings, financial reports, and legal documents.
Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, subcontractors, suppliers, regulatory agencies, landowners, or members of the community.
Extensive familiarity with contractor’s work practices.
Education and Experience:
Undergraduate degree or experience in Forestry, Forestry Operations, Construction Science, Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Business Management, Horticulture, Arboriculture, Environmental Studies, Conservation, Natural Resources, or related fields.
Minimum of five years forestry or construction management experience with similar scopes of work. Thorough knowledge of all aspects of forestry or construction (technology, equipment, methods), negotiations, schedules, and safety required.
ISA Certification Preferred
Utility Vegetation Management Experience Preferred
Possess a valid driver's license. Must have a clean driving record in the past 36 months, as verified by a current MVR report.
Safety Considerations:
May be required to occasionally lift objects up to 80 pounds. Must practice good back posture and ergonomic principles for working in an office environment. Must wear personal protective equipment in the field to include safety glasses, boots, hard hats, gloves and similar. May be exposed to extreme heat and cold environments on a limited basis. Extended walking, climbing and use of hands and feet will be necessary. May be required to drive a company vehicle and must have a valid driver’s license and approval prior to driving a company owned or leased vehicle.
Environment
Work in a temporary office location environment with various outdoor field environments while on the program; vehicle and foot inspections of work along utility power lines; remote locations as well as urban, city environment; physical demands and travel from site to site, including: walking/hiking on various surfaces including flat, dry, wet, slippery, uneven, rough, steep terrain, hills and slopes; exposure to noise, dust, grease, and all types of weather and temperature conditions; exposure to hazardous traffic conditions.
Physical
Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in both an office and a field environment; to walk, stand, sit, and operate a motor vehicle for prolonged periods of time; to frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, run, crawl, climb, reach, twist, grasp and make repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties; carry, push and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight (5 to 20 lbs.); to operate assigned equipment and vehicles; ability to verbally communicate to exchange information with public; ability to see and hear in normal range with or without correction.
