Description
Renowned for its accredited researched-based undergraduate field programs, Wildlands Studies seeks candidates holding an MSc or PhD to be the Lead Instructor for new field programs. Students consistently report that their Wildlands Studies experience added depth and meaning to their on-campus classes and “changed their lives”. Wildlands Studies instructors enhance their own credentials with unique opportunities to teach in the field while engaging students in active research.
The Lead Instructor will direct students on an academically rigorous, wilderness-based six-week field study to explore habitats and cultures of specific international locales, with the aim to offer the course repeatedly each year. Students earn 15 quarter credits for three field classes covering Environmental Studies, Field Research Practices, and Environment and Culture. Lead Instructor is responsible for on-going seminars, lectures, instruction, guided field work and field methods, and assessment of all student work, as well as group dynamics and the overall well-being of participants. Compensation is competitive.
Requirements
Knowledge and experience of field study location required. Applicants must have graduate degree in hand. A qualified Lead Instructor will have experience leading field study programs and teaching at the undergraduate level, specifically upper division environmental studies classes; a good sense of humor, flexibility, patience, and understanding; and the know-how to work with and manage 16 students and the group dynamics that occur on a six-week field study.
Program Dates
We are currently accepting proposals for our 2020-2021 academic year (Summer 2020, Fall 2020, Winter 2021, Spring 2021). We especially need a new international six-week program starting Summer 2020, and would like to add one more international six week program in Spring 2021. Our instructors tend to stay for several years, and strong candidates would need to be in a position to establish a program in 2020-2021 and continue to lead for at least a couple following years. Locations that include a wildlife study are always preferred. Review www.wildlandsstudies.com for details.
Application Process
Review website and current course offerings to ensure understanding of program requirements. Submit CV, cover letter detailing experience with course topics/field study experience and brief initial course proposal. WS staff will work with applicants on formal proposals. Email application materials to positions@wildlandsstudies.com .
May 01, 2019
Seasonal
Description
Renowned for its accredited researched-based undergraduate field programs, Wildlands Studies seeks candidates holding an MSc or PhD to be the Lead Instructor for new field programs. Students consistently report that their Wildlands Studies experience added depth and meaning to their on-campus classes and “changed their lives”. Wildlands Studies instructors enhance their own credentials with unique opportunities to teach in the field while engaging students in active research.
The Lead Instructor will direct students on an academically rigorous, wilderness-based six-week field study to explore habitats and cultures of specific international locales, with the aim to offer the course repeatedly each year. Students earn 15 quarter credits for three field classes covering Environmental Studies, Field Research Practices, and Environment and Culture. Lead Instructor is responsible for on-going seminars, lectures, instruction, guided field work and field methods, and assessment of all student work, as well as group dynamics and the overall well-being of participants. Compensation is competitive.
Requirements
Knowledge and experience of field study location required. Applicants must have graduate degree in hand. A qualified Lead Instructor will have experience leading field study programs and teaching at the undergraduate level, specifically upper division environmental studies classes; a good sense of humor, flexibility, patience, and understanding; and the know-how to work with and manage 16 students and the group dynamics that occur on a six-week field study.
Program Dates
We are currently accepting proposals for our 2020-2021 academic year (Summer 2020, Fall 2020, Winter 2021, Spring 2021). We especially need a new international six-week program starting Summer 2020, and would like to add one more international six week program in Spring 2021. Our instructors tend to stay for several years, and strong candidates would need to be in a position to establish a program in 2020-2021 and continue to lead for at least a couple following years. Locations that include a wildlife study are always preferred. Review www.wildlandsstudies.com for details.
Application Process
Review website and current course offerings to ensure understanding of program requirements. Submit CV, cover letter detailing experience with course topics/field study experience and brief initial course proposal. WS staff will work with applicants on formal proposals. Email application materials to positions@wildlandsstudies.com .
Earthjustice
San Francisco, CA or Seattle, WA or Washington, DC
Earthjustice is hiring two attorneys to join our team of lawyers and advocates who are using the power of the law to protect our oceans. The attorneys will focus primarily on work with foreign nongovernmental organizations and institutions to develop and implement innovative strategies and litigation to protect keystone, highly migratory marine predator species from threats stemming from bycatch, overfishing, and pollution in select countries. The attorneys will also engage in and support litigation in U.S. courts to protect these same species.
Earthjustice’s Oceans Program works to protect oceans and ocean wildlife from threats such as overfishing, pollution, and habitat degradation. Our team includes six full-time attorneys who litigate cases in U.S. federal courts aimed at protecting ocean resources. The positions will be part of our Oceans Program, which is based in Seattle, WA and will collaborate with our San Francisco, CA-based International Program. The positions will preferably be based in our San Francisco, Washington D.C., or Seattle offices, but for the right candidate we would also consider placing the position elsewhere.
Earthjustice employs both staff attorneys and associate attorneys. We seek to fill these positions with one staff attorney and one associate attorney and will consider applicants at both levels. Staff attorneys are experienced litigators who develop and lead significant bodies of Earthjustice litigation. Staff attorney positions are not term-limited. Associate attorneys are earlier in their career trajectory and work with staff attorneys as they develop the capacity to lead litigation on their own. The associate attorney position is a three-year position. This program is designed to help attorneys develop into thoughtful, professional, and effective advocates skilled in the various phases of public interest litigation. Some associates have gone on to other positions within Earthjustice, while others use the experience as a springboard to other career opportunities in environmental litigation or with other public interest organizations.
Earthjustice is the premier nonprofit environmental law organization. We take on the biggest, most precedent-setting cases across the country. We wield the power of law and the strength of partnership to protect people’s health; to preserve magnificent places and wildlife; to advance clean energy; and to combat climate change. We achieve this by hiring people who share a passion for justice and a healthy environment. We are here because the earth needs a good lawyer.
Founded in 1971, Earthjustice has a distinguished track record of achieving significant, lasting environmental protections. We achieve this by hiring people who share a passion for justice and a healthy environment. Our headquarters are in San Francisco with offices in Anchorage, Juneau, Los Angeles, Tallahassee, Miami, Honolulu, New York, Philadelphia, Denver, Seattle, Bozeman, and Washington, DC.
To learn more about Earthjustice’s work to protect oceans, visit https://earthjustice.org/about/offices/oceans .
Qualifications for Staff Attorney
Juris Doctorate (JD) degree.
A minimum of six years of litigation or legal advocacy experience, as well as a demonstrated capacity to contribute to the development of government policies or regulations.
Licensed to practice law in the U.S. jurisdiction in which the attorney will be located, or a willingness and qualifications to apply for membership within one year of employment.
Excellent litigation or legal advocacy skills, including legal research, writing and oral advocacy skills.
Interest and ability in supervising and developing more junior attorneys.
Knowledge of and experience with ocean protection issues and foreign environmental or natural resources law.
Proficiency in working with technical experts.
Experience working in cross-cultural settings.
Initiative, good judgment, a strong work ethic, and a sense of humor.
Ability to work independently and in collaboration with clients, partners and staff.
Ability to develop and maintain partnerships with community-based or other grassroots groups.
Ability and willingness to travel internationally as needed.
Commitment to serving the public interest and to fight for the right of all to a healthy environment.
Demonstrated awareness of and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse and non-U.S. cultures, backgrounds and orientations.
Commitment to help create a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce and culture that encourages and celebrates differences.
Qualifications for Associate Attorney
Law school graduate at the time of application admitted to, or qualified and willing to apply for admission to, the bar of the state where they will be located.
Licensed to practice law in the U.S. jurisdiction in which the attorney will be located, or a willingness and qualifications to apply for membership within one year of employment.
Excellent research, analytic, writing and communication skills.
Strong work ethic, initiative, sound yet creative judgment, and an ability to work well in a collegial setting;
Commitment to serving the public interest and to fighting for the right of all to a healthy environment.
Experience or ability to work in cross-cultural settings.
Ability to develop and maintain partnerships with community-based or other grassroots groups.
Ability and willingness to travel internationally as needed.
Demonstrated awareness of and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse and non-U.S. cultures, backgrounds and orientations.
Commitment to help create a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce and culture that encourages and celebrates differences.
The ideal candidates will also have experience working in another country or working with international organizations.
We offer a mission- and employee-focused work environment and a competitive compensation package with excellent benefits. Earthjustice is an equal opportunity employer and highly values diversity.
Application Procedure: Interested candidates should submit a:
Resume
One or two-page cover letter that addresses why you are drawn to Earthjustice and ocean protection. Please also describe any experiences you have working with people or communities with backgrounds that differ from your own, and how you might apply those experiences at Earthjustice.
Writing sample that primarily reflects your work.
Law school transcript.
List of three references.
Writing sample, preferably a legal brief or memorandum that primarily reflects your work.
List of contact information for three references.
Please reach out to jobs@earthjustice.org if you are having technical difficulties submitting your application. No phone calls, drop-ins, or hard copies.
Earthjustice is driven by a passion for justice, partnership and excellence. Our core values lead us to seek a broad range of perspectives and backgrounds to achieve our mission and to maintain an inclusive environment where all staff are valued and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to employment practices that ensure that employees and applicants for employment are provided with equal opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or any other factor that is not related to the position .
For positions located within the City and County of San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
For positions located within the City of Los Angeles: We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
May 01, 2019
Full time
Earthjustice is hiring two attorneys to join our team of lawyers and advocates who are using the power of the law to protect our oceans. The attorneys will focus primarily on work with foreign nongovernmental organizations and institutions to develop and implement innovative strategies and litigation to protect keystone, highly migratory marine predator species from threats stemming from bycatch, overfishing, and pollution in select countries. The attorneys will also engage in and support litigation in U.S. courts to protect these same species.
Earthjustice’s Oceans Program works to protect oceans and ocean wildlife from threats such as overfishing, pollution, and habitat degradation. Our team includes six full-time attorneys who litigate cases in U.S. federal courts aimed at protecting ocean resources. The positions will be part of our Oceans Program, which is based in Seattle, WA and will collaborate with our San Francisco, CA-based International Program. The positions will preferably be based in our San Francisco, Washington D.C., or Seattle offices, but for the right candidate we would also consider placing the position elsewhere.
Earthjustice employs both staff attorneys and associate attorneys. We seek to fill these positions with one staff attorney and one associate attorney and will consider applicants at both levels. Staff attorneys are experienced litigators who develop and lead significant bodies of Earthjustice litigation. Staff attorney positions are not term-limited. Associate attorneys are earlier in their career trajectory and work with staff attorneys as they develop the capacity to lead litigation on their own. The associate attorney position is a three-year position. This program is designed to help attorneys develop into thoughtful, professional, and effective advocates skilled in the various phases of public interest litigation. Some associates have gone on to other positions within Earthjustice, while others use the experience as a springboard to other career opportunities in environmental litigation or with other public interest organizations.
Earthjustice is the premier nonprofit environmental law organization. We take on the biggest, most precedent-setting cases across the country. We wield the power of law and the strength of partnership to protect people’s health; to preserve magnificent places and wildlife; to advance clean energy; and to combat climate change. We achieve this by hiring people who share a passion for justice and a healthy environment. We are here because the earth needs a good lawyer.
Founded in 1971, Earthjustice has a distinguished track record of achieving significant, lasting environmental protections. We achieve this by hiring people who share a passion for justice and a healthy environment. Our headquarters are in San Francisco with offices in Anchorage, Juneau, Los Angeles, Tallahassee, Miami, Honolulu, New York, Philadelphia, Denver, Seattle, Bozeman, and Washington, DC.
To learn more about Earthjustice’s work to protect oceans, visit https://earthjustice.org/about/offices/oceans .
Qualifications for Staff Attorney
Juris Doctorate (JD) degree.
A minimum of six years of litigation or legal advocacy experience, as well as a demonstrated capacity to contribute to the development of government policies or regulations.
Licensed to practice law in the U.S. jurisdiction in which the attorney will be located, or a willingness and qualifications to apply for membership within one year of employment.
Excellent litigation or legal advocacy skills, including legal research, writing and oral advocacy skills.
Interest and ability in supervising and developing more junior attorneys.
Knowledge of and experience with ocean protection issues and foreign environmental or natural resources law.
Proficiency in working with technical experts.
Experience working in cross-cultural settings.
Initiative, good judgment, a strong work ethic, and a sense of humor.
Ability to work independently and in collaboration with clients, partners and staff.
Ability to develop and maintain partnerships with community-based or other grassroots groups.
Ability and willingness to travel internationally as needed.
Commitment to serving the public interest and to fight for the right of all to a healthy environment.
Demonstrated awareness of and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse and non-U.S. cultures, backgrounds and orientations.
Commitment to help create a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce and culture that encourages and celebrates differences.
Qualifications for Associate Attorney
Law school graduate at the time of application admitted to, or qualified and willing to apply for admission to, the bar of the state where they will be located.
Licensed to practice law in the U.S. jurisdiction in which the attorney will be located, or a willingness and qualifications to apply for membership within one year of employment.
Excellent research, analytic, writing and communication skills.
Strong work ethic, initiative, sound yet creative judgment, and an ability to work well in a collegial setting;
Commitment to serving the public interest and to fighting for the right of all to a healthy environment.
Experience or ability to work in cross-cultural settings.
Ability to develop and maintain partnerships with community-based or other grassroots groups.
Ability and willingness to travel internationally as needed.
Demonstrated awareness of and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse and non-U.S. cultures, backgrounds and orientations.
Commitment to help create a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce and culture that encourages and celebrates differences.
The ideal candidates will also have experience working in another country or working with international organizations.
We offer a mission- and employee-focused work environment and a competitive compensation package with excellent benefits. Earthjustice is an equal opportunity employer and highly values diversity.
Application Procedure: Interested candidates should submit a:
Resume
One or two-page cover letter that addresses why you are drawn to Earthjustice and ocean protection. Please also describe any experiences you have working with people or communities with backgrounds that differ from your own, and how you might apply those experiences at Earthjustice.
Writing sample that primarily reflects your work.
Law school transcript.
List of three references.
Writing sample, preferably a legal brief or memorandum that primarily reflects your work.
List of contact information for three references.
Please reach out to jobs@earthjustice.org if you are having technical difficulties submitting your application. No phone calls, drop-ins, or hard copies.
Earthjustice is driven by a passion for justice, partnership and excellence. Our core values lead us to seek a broad range of perspectives and backgrounds to achieve our mission and to maintain an inclusive environment where all staff are valued and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to employment practices that ensure that employees and applicants for employment are provided with equal opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or any other factor that is not related to the position .
For positions located within the City and County of San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
For positions located within the City of Los Angeles: We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
Earthjustice is the premier nonprofit environmental law organization. We take on high impact, precedent-setting cases across the country. We wield the power of law and the strength of partnership to protect people’s health; to preserve magnificent places and wildlife; to advance clean energy; and to combat climate change. We partner with thousands of groups, supporters and citizens to engage the critical environmental issues of our time, and bring about positive change. We are here because the earth needs a good lawyer .
Founded in 1971, Earthjustice wields the power of law and the strength of partnership to protect people’s health, to preserve magnificent places and wildlife, to advance clean energy, and to combat climate change around the world. Drawing on deep experience in foreign, US and international environmental, energy and human rights law, and foreign and international litigation, we work with partners in South Africa, Indonesia, Australia, Latin America and elsewhere on domestic and international legal advocacy to reduce dependence on dirty fossil fuels and speed the transition to clean energy.
The term for the associate position is three years with potential for extension. Many use the position as a springboard to other environmental litigation career opportunities. Others are promoted to senior associate and staff attorney positions within Earthjustice. The position will be located in San Francisco.
Responsibilities
Associate attorneys perform a range of litigation and advocacy-related tasks that can include:
Conducting legal and factual research and preparing memoranda on issues relating to ongoing or potential new cases.
Reviewing and analyzing administrative records and technical documents.
Drafting motions, briefs, and other legal and factual documents in support of litigation.
Participating in proceedings before federal and international courts and tribunals.
Working with clients and experts, and learning how to handle press work.
Hiring and supervising law students who work at Earthjustice as interns or clerks.
Qualifications
Law school graduate admitted to, or qualified and willing to apply for admission to, the California State Bar.
Up to 5 years of experience.
Excellent research, analytic, writing and communication skills.
Strong work ethic and initiative, and sound yet creative judgment.
Strong desire to fight for the right of all to a healthy environment.
Ability to work well in a team-oriented atmosphere.
Awareness of and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds and orientations.
Willingness to contribute to the creation of a diverse, equitable and inclusive work culture that encourages and celebrates differences.
The ideal candidate will have knowledge of environmental or international law, experience working in a country other than the United States, and professional fluency in a language other than English.
We offer a mission- and employee-focused work environment and a competitive compensation package, including excellent benefits. Earthjustice is an equal opportunity employer and highly values diversity.
To Apply
Interested applicants should submit a:
Resume.
One- or two-page cover letter that addresses: 1) aspects of your experience that are relevant to the qualifications listed above; 2) why you are drawn to the work of Earthjustice’s International Program and whether there are particular legal, environmental or justice issues that inspire you; and 3) how your time at Earthjustice would contribute to your career aspirations;
Writing sample, preferably a legal brief or memorandum that has not been edited by anyone else;
Law school transcript; and
List of three references.
Earthjustice is driven by a passion for justice, partnership and excellence. Our core values lead us to seek a broad range of perspectives and backgrounds to achieve our mission and to maintain an inclusive environment where all staff are valued and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to employment practices that ensure that employees and applicants for employment are provided with equal opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or any other factor that is not related to the position.
For positions located within the City and County of San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
For positions located within the City of Los Angeles: We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
Apr 29, 2019
Full time
Earthjustice is the premier nonprofit environmental law organization. We take on high impact, precedent-setting cases across the country. We wield the power of law and the strength of partnership to protect people’s health; to preserve magnificent places and wildlife; to advance clean energy; and to combat climate change. We partner with thousands of groups, supporters and citizens to engage the critical environmental issues of our time, and bring about positive change. We are here because the earth needs a good lawyer .
Founded in 1971, Earthjustice wields the power of law and the strength of partnership to protect people’s health, to preserve magnificent places and wildlife, to advance clean energy, and to combat climate change around the world. Drawing on deep experience in foreign, US and international environmental, energy and human rights law, and foreign and international litigation, we work with partners in South Africa, Indonesia, Australia, Latin America and elsewhere on domestic and international legal advocacy to reduce dependence on dirty fossil fuels and speed the transition to clean energy.
The term for the associate position is three years with potential for extension. Many use the position as a springboard to other environmental litigation career opportunities. Others are promoted to senior associate and staff attorney positions within Earthjustice. The position will be located in San Francisco.
Responsibilities
Associate attorneys perform a range of litigation and advocacy-related tasks that can include:
Conducting legal and factual research and preparing memoranda on issues relating to ongoing or potential new cases.
Reviewing and analyzing administrative records and technical documents.
Drafting motions, briefs, and other legal and factual documents in support of litigation.
Participating in proceedings before federal and international courts and tribunals.
Working with clients and experts, and learning how to handle press work.
Hiring and supervising law students who work at Earthjustice as interns or clerks.
Qualifications
Law school graduate admitted to, or qualified and willing to apply for admission to, the California State Bar.
Up to 5 years of experience.
Excellent research, analytic, writing and communication skills.
Strong work ethic and initiative, and sound yet creative judgment.
Strong desire to fight for the right of all to a healthy environment.
Ability to work well in a team-oriented atmosphere.
Awareness of and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds and orientations.
Willingness to contribute to the creation of a diverse, equitable and inclusive work culture that encourages and celebrates differences.
The ideal candidate will have knowledge of environmental or international law, experience working in a country other than the United States, and professional fluency in a language other than English.
We offer a mission- and employee-focused work environment and a competitive compensation package, including excellent benefits. Earthjustice is an equal opportunity employer and highly values diversity.
To Apply
Interested applicants should submit a:
Resume.
One- or two-page cover letter that addresses: 1) aspects of your experience that are relevant to the qualifications listed above; 2) why you are drawn to the work of Earthjustice’s International Program and whether there are particular legal, environmental or justice issues that inspire you; and 3) how your time at Earthjustice would contribute to your career aspirations;
Writing sample, preferably a legal brief or memorandum that has not been edited by anyone else;
Law school transcript; and
List of three references.
Earthjustice is driven by a passion for justice, partnership and excellence. Our core values lead us to seek a broad range of perspectives and backgrounds to achieve our mission and to maintain an inclusive environment where all staff are valued and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to employment practices that ensure that employees and applicants for employment are provided with equal opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or any other factor that is not related to the position.
For positions located within the City and County of San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
For positions located within the City of Los Angeles: We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
Earthjustice is seeking an experienced attorney to join the Climate and Energy team in its Northeast office. The Climate and Energy work is at the heart of Earthjustice’s efforts to cut greenhouse gas emissions and prevent catastrophic climate change. The attorney selected for this position will work closely with other professionals (attorneys, policy analysts, communications experts) to force a shift from dirty to clean energy. The position will be based in our office in New York City. Earthjustice is the premier nonprofit environmental law organization. We take on the biggest, most precedent-setting cases across the country. We wield the power of law and the strength of partnership to protect people’s health; to preserve magnificent places and wildlife; to advance clean energy; and to combat climate change. We partner with thousands of groups and supporters to engage the critical environmental issues of our time, and bring about positive change. We are here because the earth needs a good lawyer .
Founded in 1971, Earthjustice has a distinguished track record of achieving significant, lasting environmental protections. We achieve this by hiring people who share a passion for justice and a healthy environment. Our headquarters are in San Francisco with offices in Anchorage, Juneau, Los Angeles, Miami, Tallahassee, Honolulu, New York, Philadelphia, Denver, Seattle, Bozeman, and Washington, DC.
The Climate and Energy work in the Northeast Office uses litigation and administrative advocacy to end the region’s reliance on fossil fuels and speed the transition to clean, renewable energy for power generation, home heating and cooking, and transportation. Our docket includes involvement in utility ratemaking proceedings in Albany, litigation to prevent construction of additional fossil fuel infrastructure, and other advocacy activities to foster a more rapid change to a zero emission future, especially in New York and New Jersey.
Applicants must be ready and able to develop and lead litigation from day one. The ideal candidate for this position will have extensive and successful experience with most aspects of judicial and administrative proceedings—including developing cases, conducting discovery, assisting with expert reports, motion practice, evidentiary hearings, and post-hearing briefing. We offer a mission-and employee-focused work environment and a competitive compensation package, including excellent benefits. Earthjustice is an equal opportunity employer and highly values diversity.
Responsibilities :
Manage new and existing cases from start to finish, performing all aspects of litigation, including: drafting pleadings, motions and briefs; conducting discovery; presenting oral arguments; and handling appeals.
Conduct factual investigations and develop legal theories for possible advocacy or litigation advancing the goals of our Climate and Energy work.
Assist in growing the Northeast Office’s work in fostering an equitable pathway to swift cuts to greenhouse gas emissions.
Serve as the office’s principal representative in Public Service Commission proceedings in Albany.
Join other staff in long-term planning, strategy development, goal-setting, and work plan management that advances a collective vision for future Climate and Energy work, generally, and zero-emission advocacy, specifically.
Participate actively in organizational and office efforts to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace.
Supervise the work of Associate Attorneys, Law Clerks, and Litigation Assistants, who are part of the litigation team.
Develop and manage relationships with co-counsel, clients, and coalition partners, including increasing the Northeast Office’s ties to overburdened and marginalized communities.
Work effectively with other departments within Earthjustice, including Communications, Development, and Policy and Legislation.
Qualifications :
Admitted or willing to seek admission to the New York bar.
At least seven years of legal experience, including substantial experience with litigation and administrative proceedings.
Experience in pre-trial and administrative proceedings (e.g., regulatory comments; preparation of fact and expert witnesses; motion practice); evidentiary hearings; and post-trial or post-hearing briefing. Experience in appellate litigation is a plus.
Excellent research, analysis, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
Demonstrated ability to think strategically and to implement collective plans.
Initiative, good judgment, a collegial work style, and a strong work ethic.
A commitment to public interest work and a passion for Earthjustice’s mission.
Ability to work both independently and in collaboration with others.
Aware of and sensitive to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and orientations.
Ability to contribute to the creation of a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work culture that encourages and celebrates differences.
Eager to help the office recruit, hire, develop, and retain a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Ability and willingness to travel for case work, court and regulatory proceedings, and presentations, including spending substantial time, as needed, in Albany, NY to participate in proceedings before the state’s Public Service Commission.
We offer a mission and employee-focused work environment and a competitive compensation package including excellent benefits. Earthjustice is an equal opportunity employer and highly values diversity.
To Apply
Interested candidates should submit a:
Resume.
One- or two-page cover letter that addresses at least the following subjects: (1) why you are drawn to Earthjustice’s mission and whether there are particular legal, environmental, or justice issues that inspire you; and (2) aspects of your background that demonstrate competence to work with diverse clients and colleagues.
Legal writing sample, preferably from litigation, that is either unedited or lightly edited by someone other than you. Please include a cover sheet explaining the extent of editing.
List of three references.
Please reach out to jobs@earthjustice.org if you are having technical difficulties submitting your application. No phone calls, drop-ins, or hard copies.
Earthjustice is driven by a passion for justice, partnership, and excellence. Our core values lead us to seek a broad range of perspectives and backgrounds to achieve our mission and to maintain an inclusive environment where all staff are valued and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to employment practices that ensure that employees and applicants for employment are provided with equal opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other factor that is not related to the position. For positions located within the City and County of San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. For positions located within the City of Los Angeles: We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
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Apr 17, 2019
Full time
Earthjustice is seeking an experienced attorney to join the Climate and Energy team in its Northeast office. The Climate and Energy work is at the heart of Earthjustice’s efforts to cut greenhouse gas emissions and prevent catastrophic climate change. The attorney selected for this position will work closely with other professionals (attorneys, policy analysts, communications experts) to force a shift from dirty to clean energy. The position will be based in our office in New York City. Earthjustice is the premier nonprofit environmental law organization. We take on the biggest, most precedent-setting cases across the country. We wield the power of law and the strength of partnership to protect people’s health; to preserve magnificent places and wildlife; to advance clean energy; and to combat climate change. We partner with thousands of groups and supporters to engage the critical environmental issues of our time, and bring about positive change. We are here because the earth needs a good lawyer .
Founded in 1971, Earthjustice has a distinguished track record of achieving significant, lasting environmental protections. We achieve this by hiring people who share a passion for justice and a healthy environment. Our headquarters are in San Francisco with offices in Anchorage, Juneau, Los Angeles, Miami, Tallahassee, Honolulu, New York, Philadelphia, Denver, Seattle, Bozeman, and Washington, DC.
The Climate and Energy work in the Northeast Office uses litigation and administrative advocacy to end the region’s reliance on fossil fuels and speed the transition to clean, renewable energy for power generation, home heating and cooking, and transportation. Our docket includes involvement in utility ratemaking proceedings in Albany, litigation to prevent construction of additional fossil fuel infrastructure, and other advocacy activities to foster a more rapid change to a zero emission future, especially in New York and New Jersey.
Applicants must be ready and able to develop and lead litigation from day one. The ideal candidate for this position will have extensive and successful experience with most aspects of judicial and administrative proceedings—including developing cases, conducting discovery, assisting with expert reports, motion practice, evidentiary hearings, and post-hearing briefing. We offer a mission-and employee-focused work environment and a competitive compensation package, including excellent benefits. Earthjustice is an equal opportunity employer and highly values diversity.
Responsibilities :
Manage new and existing cases from start to finish, performing all aspects of litigation, including: drafting pleadings, motions and briefs; conducting discovery; presenting oral arguments; and handling appeals.
Conduct factual investigations and develop legal theories for possible advocacy or litigation advancing the goals of our Climate and Energy work.
Assist in growing the Northeast Office’s work in fostering an equitable pathway to swift cuts to greenhouse gas emissions.
Serve as the office’s principal representative in Public Service Commission proceedings in Albany.
Join other staff in long-term planning, strategy development, goal-setting, and work plan management that advances a collective vision for future Climate and Energy work, generally, and zero-emission advocacy, specifically.
Participate actively in organizational and office efforts to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace.
Supervise the work of Associate Attorneys, Law Clerks, and Litigation Assistants, who are part of the litigation team.
Develop and manage relationships with co-counsel, clients, and coalition partners, including increasing the Northeast Office’s ties to overburdened and marginalized communities.
Work effectively with other departments within Earthjustice, including Communications, Development, and Policy and Legislation.
Qualifications :
Admitted or willing to seek admission to the New York bar.
At least seven years of legal experience, including substantial experience with litigation and administrative proceedings.
Experience in pre-trial and administrative proceedings (e.g., regulatory comments; preparation of fact and expert witnesses; motion practice); evidentiary hearings; and post-trial or post-hearing briefing. Experience in appellate litigation is a plus.
Excellent research, analysis, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
Demonstrated ability to think strategically and to implement collective plans.
Initiative, good judgment, a collegial work style, and a strong work ethic.
A commitment to public interest work and a passion for Earthjustice’s mission.
Ability to work both independently and in collaboration with others.
Aware of and sensitive to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and orientations.
Ability to contribute to the creation of a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work culture that encourages and celebrates differences.
Eager to help the office recruit, hire, develop, and retain a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Ability and willingness to travel for case work, court and regulatory proceedings, and presentations, including spending substantial time, as needed, in Albany, NY to participate in proceedings before the state’s Public Service Commission.
We offer a mission and employee-focused work environment and a competitive compensation package including excellent benefits. Earthjustice is an equal opportunity employer and highly values diversity.
To Apply
Interested candidates should submit a:
Resume.
One- or two-page cover letter that addresses at least the following subjects: (1) why you are drawn to Earthjustice’s mission and whether there are particular legal, environmental, or justice issues that inspire you; and (2) aspects of your background that demonstrate competence to work with diverse clients and colleagues.
Legal writing sample, preferably from litigation, that is either unedited or lightly edited by someone other than you. Please include a cover sheet explaining the extent of editing.
List of three references.
Please reach out to jobs@earthjustice.org if you are having technical difficulties submitting your application. No phone calls, drop-ins, or hard copies.
Earthjustice is driven by a passion for justice, partnership, and excellence. Our core values lead us to seek a broad range of perspectives and backgrounds to achieve our mission and to maintain an inclusive environment where all staff are valued and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to employment practices that ensure that employees and applicants for employment are provided with equal opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other factor that is not related to the position. For positions located within the City and County of San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. For positions located within the City of Los Angeles: We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
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Overview
World Wildlife Fund (WWF), one of the world's leading conservation organizations, seeks a Manager, Renewable Thermal Energy & Climate-Smart Land Use to join WWF's fast moving and influential US corporate climate and renewable energy team. The Manager leads WWF's strategic and technical work under the Renewable Thermal Collaborative. The RTC is a multi-stakeholder platform launched in September 2017 as a joint initiative of WWF, the Center for Climate and Energy Solutions (C2ES) and David Gardiner and Associates. The RTC is the leading coalition for organizations committed to scaling sustainable, renewable heating and cooling at their facilities and dramatically cutting carbon emissions. The manager is also the focal point for the Climate & Energy Team's work to advance accounting standards and scale implementation for corporate scope 3 targets that impact land use, forests and food systems.
Many large buyers (corporations, cities, education institutions, etc.) with large thermal energy loads are increasingly looking to renewable thermal solutions, just as they have been seeking renewable electricity solutions. However, renewable thermal solutions are far less commercially developed for a variety of reasons, including the availability and sustainability of bioenergy feedstocks. The goal of the RTC is to develop and implement sustainable, cost-competitive solutions. Within the RTC, the Manager will lead WWF's work to deepen the RTC coalition's strategy to develop buyer-focused solutions, particularly around biomass and bioenergy. The manager will also collaborate with staff across the WWF organization to drive standards for land-use accounting and target setting and to implement scalable solutions for companies with value chains touching land use, forests and food systems.
Responsibilities
Strategy & Planning for the RTC: Drives the effective development and execution of a joint vision, strategy and work plan for RTC in collaboration with WWF's RTC partners, RTC members and other supporting organizations.
WWF and RTC Thought Leadership: Advances WWF and RTC thought-leadership on the impacts and accounting for biomass, bioenergy and land use on climate change with key audiences through research and writing, media engagement, stakeholder dialogues and discussions with policy makers.
Relationship Management and Recruitment: The Manager leads WWF's role in the RTC partnership, leads WWF's RTC recruitment and manages relationships with member companies and cities.
Fundraising & Budget: In cooperation with the WWFUS Development Team and the Private Sector Engagement Team, the Manager identifies funding opportunities from RTC donors and members, cultivates opportunities, and prepares funding proposals and reports to donors, including joint funding proposals with RTC partners. The manager develops and tracks budgets for WWF's portion of the RTC initiative.
Scope 3 Standard Development and Implementation Solutions: Manages internal processes within WWFUS to advance collaborative work among members of the Climate and Energy team, as well as WWFUS's Food and Forest teams, and WWF Network Climate & Business Hub, on development of accounting standards and scalable implementation solutions to address Scope 3 corporate emissions touching land use, forest and food systems.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Must have at least 8 years of relevant work experience, including work on biomass, bioenergy and other renewable thermal technologies; accounting for bioenergy and land use emissions; and process and relationship management involving these issues. A graduate degree in a related field of study may substitute for up to 2 years of experience.
Must have a bachelor's degree, preferably in fields such as environmental studies, forestry, or business. An advanced degree in these areas of study is preferred.
Experience working within or managing multi-stakeholder processes is desired.
Additional Skills/Abilities
Strong technical understanding of bioenergy sustainability issues – understanding of the emissions profile compared to fossil fuels, various accounting methodologies and considerations, issues around land-use accounting, and sustainability issues for bioenergy feedstocks and supply chain.
In-depth knowledge of relevant accounting and sustainability standards for biomass and bioenergy, the Greenhouse Gas Protocol and other related voluntary standards, as well as offsets and renewable energy credits.
Knowledge of and connections with groups/companies/organizations that can advance renewable thermal solutions.
Relationships with key players on bioenergy accounting and policy standards.
Experience developing and managing corporate relationships.
Strong coalition building and management skills.
Strong program management skills – plan, execute and follow through.
A problem-solving and positive attitude, including a strong level of emotional intelligence with an understanding of how her/his emotional responses impact others positively and negatively.
Communicates clearly and concisely orally and in writing, including ability to convey complex information simply to corporate, policy and other audiences.
Familiarity with trade-offs between natural gas for heating and cooling and renewable alternatives, including electrification preferred.
Knowledge of a variety of potential solutions for meeting renewable thermal needs, including geothermal, solar thermal, biogas, electrification, etc. preferred.
Please Note:
Preference is for the person in this role to be based out of our DC office, but alternate arrangements can be considered for the right candidate.
We are looking to fill this position asap, so applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received
To Apply:
Please visit our Careers Page , job# 19093, to submit an online application including resume and cover letter
Due to the high volume of applications we are not able to respond to inquiries via phone
As an EOE/AA employer, WWF will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, national origin, and veteran or disability status.
Apply Here
PI109305244
Apr 16, 2019
Full time
Overview
World Wildlife Fund (WWF), one of the world's leading conservation organizations, seeks a Manager, Renewable Thermal Energy & Climate-Smart Land Use to join WWF's fast moving and influential US corporate climate and renewable energy team. The Manager leads WWF's strategic and technical work under the Renewable Thermal Collaborative. The RTC is a multi-stakeholder platform launched in September 2017 as a joint initiative of WWF, the Center for Climate and Energy Solutions (C2ES) and David Gardiner and Associates. The RTC is the leading coalition for organizations committed to scaling sustainable, renewable heating and cooling at their facilities and dramatically cutting carbon emissions. The manager is also the focal point for the Climate & Energy Team's work to advance accounting standards and scale implementation for corporate scope 3 targets that impact land use, forests and food systems.
Many large buyers (corporations, cities, education institutions, etc.) with large thermal energy loads are increasingly looking to renewable thermal solutions, just as they have been seeking renewable electricity solutions. However, renewable thermal solutions are far less commercially developed for a variety of reasons, including the availability and sustainability of bioenergy feedstocks. The goal of the RTC is to develop and implement sustainable, cost-competitive solutions. Within the RTC, the Manager will lead WWF's work to deepen the RTC coalition's strategy to develop buyer-focused solutions, particularly around biomass and bioenergy. The manager will also collaborate with staff across the WWF organization to drive standards for land-use accounting and target setting and to implement scalable solutions for companies with value chains touching land use, forests and food systems.
Responsibilities
Strategy & Planning for the RTC: Drives the effective development and execution of a joint vision, strategy and work plan for RTC in collaboration with WWF's RTC partners, RTC members and other supporting organizations.
WWF and RTC Thought Leadership: Advances WWF and RTC thought-leadership on the impacts and accounting for biomass, bioenergy and land use on climate change with key audiences through research and writing, media engagement, stakeholder dialogues and discussions with policy makers.
Relationship Management and Recruitment: The Manager leads WWF's role in the RTC partnership, leads WWF's RTC recruitment and manages relationships with member companies and cities.
Fundraising & Budget: In cooperation with the WWFUS Development Team and the Private Sector Engagement Team, the Manager identifies funding opportunities from RTC donors and members, cultivates opportunities, and prepares funding proposals and reports to donors, including joint funding proposals with RTC partners. The manager develops and tracks budgets for WWF's portion of the RTC initiative.
Scope 3 Standard Development and Implementation Solutions: Manages internal processes within WWFUS to advance collaborative work among members of the Climate and Energy team, as well as WWFUS's Food and Forest teams, and WWF Network Climate & Business Hub, on development of accounting standards and scalable implementation solutions to address Scope 3 corporate emissions touching land use, forest and food systems.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Must have at least 8 years of relevant work experience, including work on biomass, bioenergy and other renewable thermal technologies; accounting for bioenergy and land use emissions; and process and relationship management involving these issues. A graduate degree in a related field of study may substitute for up to 2 years of experience.
Must have a bachelor's degree, preferably in fields such as environmental studies, forestry, or business. An advanced degree in these areas of study is preferred.
Experience working within or managing multi-stakeholder processes is desired.
Additional Skills/Abilities
Strong technical understanding of bioenergy sustainability issues – understanding of the emissions profile compared to fossil fuels, various accounting methodologies and considerations, issues around land-use accounting, and sustainability issues for bioenergy feedstocks and supply chain.
In-depth knowledge of relevant accounting and sustainability standards for biomass and bioenergy, the Greenhouse Gas Protocol and other related voluntary standards, as well as offsets and renewable energy credits.
Knowledge of and connections with groups/companies/organizations that can advance renewable thermal solutions.
Relationships with key players on bioenergy accounting and policy standards.
Experience developing and managing corporate relationships.
Strong coalition building and management skills.
Strong program management skills – plan, execute and follow through.
A problem-solving and positive attitude, including a strong level of emotional intelligence with an understanding of how her/his emotional responses impact others positively and negatively.
Communicates clearly and concisely orally and in writing, including ability to convey complex information simply to corporate, policy and other audiences.
Familiarity with trade-offs between natural gas for heating and cooling and renewable alternatives, including electrification preferred.
Knowledge of a variety of potential solutions for meeting renewable thermal needs, including geothermal, solar thermal, biogas, electrification, etc. preferred.
Please Note:
Preference is for the person in this role to be based out of our DC office, but alternate arrangements can be considered for the right candidate.
We are looking to fill this position asap, so applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received
To Apply:
Please visit our Careers Page , job# 19093, to submit an online application including resume and cover letter
Due to the high volume of applications we are not able to respond to inquiries via phone
As an EOE/AA employer, WWF will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, national origin, and veteran or disability status.
Apply Here
PI109305244
Job Description
Dewberry is a leading, market-facing professional services firm with more than 50 locations and 2,000 professionals nationwide. What sets us apart from our competitors are our people. At Dewberry, we seek out exceptional talent and strive to deliver the highest quality of services to our clients. Whether you’re an experienced professional or a new graduate, you’ll have the chance to collaborate with the best and brightest and work on innovative and complex projects at the forefront of the industry. Our commitment to excellence stems from our personal integrity and from other defining attributes, which we call “Dewberry at Work,” that have inspired our employees to be successful for more than a half-century.
This position will support the Resilience Solutions (RS) Branch with building capabilities, winning and executing projects related to Community Resilience and other related service lines. This position will focus on flood risk hazard mitigation, community outreach and engagement, mitigation planning, research, developing reports, presentations and/or decision support applications to increase resilience. Related areas of technical focus for this position include but are not limited to: climate change adaptation, sea level rise, extreme heat, forecasting, demographic and economic analysis, research and planning primarily related to Federal agencies (FEMA/FIMA, USGS, NOAA, EPA and US F&WS), Cooperating Technical Partners, and local communities.
Responsibilities
Develop and conduct outreach for community resilience projects.
Prepare studies, reports and other technical documentation and guidance documents.
Represents Dewberry in meetings with clients to resolve complex issues and to plan and coordinate work.
Represents Dewberry at professional conferences, and meetings, presenting results of work within Dewberry, when appropriate.
Applies intensive and diversified knowledge of technical principles related to Resilience to projects.
Assists Project Managers with the development of technical and business proposals for new projects;
Works on other related projects within RS in order to acquire supplementary technical and programmatic knowledge/skills.
Required Skills & Required Experience
Must be pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Planning, Environmental Sciences or related field.
Sets and meets deadlines, relates effectively within diverse work group and manages multiple functions.
Performs an expanded array of tasks assigned by higher level staff, designed to broaden experience and familiarization with methods, practices, and programs applicable to the department.
Responsibilities may occasionally require an adjusted work schedule, overtime, and evening/weekend hours in order to meet deadlines.
GIS Analysis
Ability to get along with coworkers and superiors.
Work is typically performed within the office although field/site visits are occasionally required.
Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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May 15, 2019
Internship- Paid
Job Description
Dewberry is a leading, market-facing professional services firm with more than 50 locations and 2,000 professionals nationwide. What sets us apart from our competitors are our people. At Dewberry, we seek out exceptional talent and strive to deliver the highest quality of services to our clients. Whether you’re an experienced professional or a new graduate, you’ll have the chance to collaborate with the best and brightest and work on innovative and complex projects at the forefront of the industry. Our commitment to excellence stems from our personal integrity and from other defining attributes, which we call “Dewberry at Work,” that have inspired our employees to be successful for more than a half-century.
This position will support the Resilience Solutions (RS) Branch with building capabilities, winning and executing projects related to Community Resilience and other related service lines. This position will focus on flood risk hazard mitigation, community outreach and engagement, mitigation planning, research, developing reports, presentations and/or decision support applications to increase resilience. Related areas of technical focus for this position include but are not limited to: climate change adaptation, sea level rise, extreme heat, forecasting, demographic and economic analysis, research and planning primarily related to Federal agencies (FEMA/FIMA, USGS, NOAA, EPA and US F&WS), Cooperating Technical Partners, and local communities.
Responsibilities
Develop and conduct outreach for community resilience projects.
Prepare studies, reports and other technical documentation and guidance documents.
Represents Dewberry in meetings with clients to resolve complex issues and to plan and coordinate work.
Represents Dewberry at professional conferences, and meetings, presenting results of work within Dewberry, when appropriate.
Applies intensive and diversified knowledge of technical principles related to Resilience to projects.
Assists Project Managers with the development of technical and business proposals for new projects;
Works on other related projects within RS in order to acquire supplementary technical and programmatic knowledge/skills.
Required Skills & Required Experience
Must be pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Planning, Environmental Sciences or related field.
Sets and meets deadlines, relates effectively within diverse work group and manages multiple functions.
Performs an expanded array of tasks assigned by higher level staff, designed to broaden experience and familiarization with methods, practices, and programs applicable to the department.
Responsibilities may occasionally require an adjusted work schedule, overtime, and evening/weekend hours in order to meet deadlines.
GIS Analysis
Ability to get along with coworkers and superiors.
Work is typically performed within the office although field/site visits are occasionally required.
Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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The Department: The Sustainability Department leads sustainability, climate, and energy policy and projects for the City. A large portion of the department's work is driven by the implementation of the City's Climate Action Plan (CAP) adopted in 2015 which aims to reduce local greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 50 percent below 2010 levels by 2035. By doing so, the Plan sets the City on a path to meet the State of California's requirement to reduce emissions by 80 percent below 1990 levels by 2050. Though various City departments are involved in the implementation of the CAP, the Sustainability Department is responsible for the cross departmental coordination of these efforts on a day-to-day basis. The Sustainability Department currently has 24 budgeted positions and a Fiscal Year 2019 budget of approximately $4.9 million. The Position : Under the guidance of the Director/Deputy Director of the Sustainability Department, the Sustainability & Technology Program Manager is responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of policies and projects that enable the City to use advanced technologies to obtain more efficient and effective outcomes in reaching sustainability targets. This includes technologies such as Internet-of-Things (IoT) solutions, building/energy management systems, new mobility data and technologies, zero emissions vehicles infrastructure and expansion, sustainability-related market transformation opportunities, big data analytics and machine learning. This position will also be expected to seek and manage grant funding in support of program goals and actions. The Program Manager will be a part of the Sustainability Department's leadership team, and as such, will also contribute to the vision, mission, and general administrative duties of the department. This position will be expected to contribute to effective operations of the City's day-to-day sustainability programs including: directing, managing, supervising, participating, and coordinating the activities and operations relating to the work of staff, and stakeholders responsible for implementation, monitoring, and measurement of the City's comprehensive Climate Action Plan and broader sustainability efforts. This position will also be expected to present on efforts of their team and the department to City management, City Council, and public audiences. Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Public Policy, Public or Business Administration, Sustainability, Engineering, Data Science, or a related field, and
A minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in sustainability, renewable energy, technology procurement, mobility data and technologies, sustainability-related market transformation opportunities, energy efficiency or other government services management is highly desirable.
Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates these qualifications may be qualifying.
Key Areas of Responsibilities:
Identify opportunities for expanding data and technology applications in new and existing building energy management systems, new mobility data and technologies, renewable energy use, energy storage capabilities, IoT solutions, and zero emissions vehicles (ZEV).
Identify and implement innovative or critical technology projects for the City to lead or participate in and help demonstrate technology applications for other sustainability programs throughout the region, state, and country.
Integrate various City goals, project, and key outcomes into the department's work and the deployment of advanced sustainability technology.
Identify market transformation opportunities in the sustainability field and related business engagement opportunities.
Manage a team responsible for cross-departmental implementation of the ZEV policies and infrastructure and provide support to other departments.
Serve as the City's spokesperson on energy and other sustainability technology projects as well as department efforts.
Focus on collaboration by seeking and building upon partnerships within the City and public-private relationships with external parties.
Provide regional, state, and national thought leadership in technology & sustainability.
Track statewide regulatory or legislative actions and propose options for engagement.
Coordinate grant writing and budgeting of resources to support the City's sustainability initiatives.
Carry-out additional duties as necessary.
Qualifications: The ideal candidate will be an experienced energy and sustainability professional capable of managing programs, deploying the department's resources in innovative yet responsible ways to maximize effectiveness, and raising the City's profile in sustainability and technology circles. In addition, the candidate will possess, at a minimum, the following qualifications:
A commitment to public service, fiscal responsibility and innovation in government.
A commitment to the team and to always being a team player.
A focus on enhanced services and customer satisfaction.
Excellence in clear, well-documented, and transparent accounting of all aspects of projects from budgeting and financing strategies to communication of outcomes.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in sustainability and energy technology, applications, financing, and best practices.
Demonstrated ability to engage partners in new solutions applicable within a local government setting.
Expertise in electric or other zero emissions vehicles infrastructure, policy, and supply chain.
Experience with new mobility technologies and opportunities.
Demonstrated experience with concept and actual application of technology platforms and procurement, including return on investment calculations, business finance, data privacy controls, and points in which to change or utilize city or state code to increase responsible use of data to drive sustainability outcomes.
Experience implementing projects, ranging from funding a project to design, construction, monitoring/verification of systems, and operation.
Experience or knowledge of innovative tools to track mobility, waste and/or energy use, visualize data for effective analysis and communication, and implementation of projects or programs based on data/visualization of data.
Ability to navigate government procurement and other processes to allow for innovation.
Progressively responsible management experience reflecting ability to foster and nurture productive employees and build teams.
Collaborative skill in working with other city departments, businesses, elected officials, the public, and other government agencies.
Proven skill in overseeing project and program management and attention to detail.
Ability to balance competing interests and build consensus.
Strong interpersonal skills, communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills, with the ability to successfully interact with a wide variety of stakeholders.
Active and genuine commitment to managing diversity in the workplace and overseeing a diverse team.
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May 15, 2019
Full time
The Department: The Sustainability Department leads sustainability, climate, and energy policy and projects for the City. A large portion of the department's work is driven by the implementation of the City's Climate Action Plan (CAP) adopted in 2015 which aims to reduce local greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 50 percent below 2010 levels by 2035. By doing so, the Plan sets the City on a path to meet the State of California's requirement to reduce emissions by 80 percent below 1990 levels by 2050. Though various City departments are involved in the implementation of the CAP, the Sustainability Department is responsible for the cross departmental coordination of these efforts on a day-to-day basis. The Sustainability Department currently has 24 budgeted positions and a Fiscal Year 2019 budget of approximately $4.9 million. The Position : Under the guidance of the Director/Deputy Director of the Sustainability Department, the Sustainability & Technology Program Manager is responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of policies and projects that enable the City to use advanced technologies to obtain more efficient and effective outcomes in reaching sustainability targets. This includes technologies such as Internet-of-Things (IoT) solutions, building/energy management systems, new mobility data and technologies, zero emissions vehicles infrastructure and expansion, sustainability-related market transformation opportunities, big data analytics and machine learning. This position will also be expected to seek and manage grant funding in support of program goals and actions. The Program Manager will be a part of the Sustainability Department's leadership team, and as such, will also contribute to the vision, mission, and general administrative duties of the department. This position will be expected to contribute to effective operations of the City's day-to-day sustainability programs including: directing, managing, supervising, participating, and coordinating the activities and operations relating to the work of staff, and stakeholders responsible for implementation, monitoring, and measurement of the City's comprehensive Climate Action Plan and broader sustainability efforts. This position will also be expected to present on efforts of their team and the department to City management, City Council, and public audiences. Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Public Policy, Public or Business Administration, Sustainability, Engineering, Data Science, or a related field, and
A minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in sustainability, renewable energy, technology procurement, mobility data and technologies, sustainability-related market transformation opportunities, energy efficiency or other government services management is highly desirable.
Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates these qualifications may be qualifying.
Key Areas of Responsibilities:
Identify opportunities for expanding data and technology applications in new and existing building energy management systems, new mobility data and technologies, renewable energy use, energy storage capabilities, IoT solutions, and zero emissions vehicles (ZEV).
Identify and implement innovative or critical technology projects for the City to lead or participate in and help demonstrate technology applications for other sustainability programs throughout the region, state, and country.
Integrate various City goals, project, and key outcomes into the department's work and the deployment of advanced sustainability technology.
Identify market transformation opportunities in the sustainability field and related business engagement opportunities.
Manage a team responsible for cross-departmental implementation of the ZEV policies and infrastructure and provide support to other departments.
Serve as the City's spokesperson on energy and other sustainability technology projects as well as department efforts.
Focus on collaboration by seeking and building upon partnerships within the City and public-private relationships with external parties.
Provide regional, state, and national thought leadership in technology & sustainability.
Track statewide regulatory or legislative actions and propose options for engagement.
Coordinate grant writing and budgeting of resources to support the City's sustainability initiatives.
Carry-out additional duties as necessary.
Qualifications: The ideal candidate will be an experienced energy and sustainability professional capable of managing programs, deploying the department's resources in innovative yet responsible ways to maximize effectiveness, and raising the City's profile in sustainability and technology circles. In addition, the candidate will possess, at a minimum, the following qualifications:
A commitment to public service, fiscal responsibility and innovation in government.
A commitment to the team and to always being a team player.
A focus on enhanced services and customer satisfaction.
Excellence in clear, well-documented, and transparent accounting of all aspects of projects from budgeting and financing strategies to communication of outcomes.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in sustainability and energy technology, applications, financing, and best practices.
Demonstrated ability to engage partners in new solutions applicable within a local government setting.
Expertise in electric or other zero emissions vehicles infrastructure, policy, and supply chain.
Experience with new mobility technologies and opportunities.
Demonstrated experience with concept and actual application of technology platforms and procurement, including return on investment calculations, business finance, data privacy controls, and points in which to change or utilize city or state code to increase responsible use of data to drive sustainability outcomes.
Experience implementing projects, ranging from funding a project to design, construction, monitoring/verification of systems, and operation.
Experience or knowledge of innovative tools to track mobility, waste and/or energy use, visualize data for effective analysis and communication, and implementation of projects or programs based on data/visualization of data.
Ability to navigate government procurement and other processes to allow for innovation.
Progressively responsible management experience reflecting ability to foster and nurture productive employees and build teams.
Collaborative skill in working with other city departments, businesses, elected officials, the public, and other government agencies.
Proven skill in overseeing project and program management and attention to detail.
Ability to balance competing interests and build consensus.
Strong interpersonal skills, communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills, with the ability to successfully interact with a wide variety of stakeholders.
Active and genuine commitment to managing diversity in the workplace and overseeing a diverse team.
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Colorado Legislative Council Staff
Denver, CO, USA
Department Information
Colorado Legislative Council Staff (LCS), the nonpartisan research agency of the Colorado General Assembly, is seeking a skilled and highly motivated professional to join the Fiscal Notes Section as an Environmental Impact Analyst. Additional information about Legislative Council Staff is available at: http://leg.colorado.gov/agencies/legislative-council-staff .
Description of Job
Primary responsibilities. This position is responsible for analyzing and writing greenhouse gas emission reports on proposed legislation, as required by House Bill 19-1188 . This position will also develop and maintain databases and analytic models on greenhouse gas emissions, and respond to questions concerning the environmental impact of legislation from legislators, lobbyists, government officials, and the public. This position will advise the management of Legislative Council Staff on the initial design and ongoing implementation of the greenhouse gas emission report process. Other responsibilities. Responsibilities of the position also include writing research papers and issue briefs on environmental policy issues; working with special legislative study committees during the legislative interim; and researching and writing portions of the "Blue Book" voter guide on statewide election issues.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Required knowledge, skills, and abilities. A successful candidate must have effective oral and written communication skills; strong analytical, data analysis, and research abilities; and excellent time management skills. Candidates must be proficient with word processing, spreadsheet programs, and statistical software. The minimum educational requirement is a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with coursework in environmental studies, environmental planning/management, public policy, energy/environmental economics, natural sciences, sustainability, natural resources, or a related field. A successful candidate should have a minimum of two years of experience in a professional work environment. Preferred candidates would hold a Master's or other postgraduate degree in a relevant field, and be familiar with Colorado law, state government operations, and the legislative process. This position requires the ability to work in a nonpartisan manner in a partisan environment, and to provide objective information regardless of the issue or personal opinions. Salary and benefits. The salary range for this position is $60,000 - $90,000 per year, with salary level within this range commensurate with education and experience. Legislative Council Staff employees are not members of the state personnel system, although employment includes coverage under the State of Colorado benefits package.
Supplemental Information
Time-limited position. This position is scheduled to repeal on September 1, 2025. Continuation of this position beyond this date will depend on the decision of the General Assembly to continue the greenhouse gas emission report process beyond the 2025 legislative session. Application Process Please email your application packet with "Environmental Impact Analyst" in the email subject line to: Hiring Manager, Fiscal Notes Section lcs.fiscalnotes@state.co.us Application packet. Your application packet must include: • your resume; • a cover letter; • your salary requirements; and • a list of three professional references. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Only applicants who provide a plausible range or amount for their salary requirements within the salary range for this position will receive further consideration. Because this position is with the legislative branch, there is no need to fill out the state application. Application review will continue until the position is filled. Legislative Council Staff is an equal opportunity employer.
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May 15, 2019
Full time
Department Information
Colorado Legislative Council Staff (LCS), the nonpartisan research agency of the Colorado General Assembly, is seeking a skilled and highly motivated professional to join the Fiscal Notes Section as an Environmental Impact Analyst. Additional information about Legislative Council Staff is available at: http://leg.colorado.gov/agencies/legislative-council-staff .
Description of Job
Primary responsibilities. This position is responsible for analyzing and writing greenhouse gas emission reports on proposed legislation, as required by House Bill 19-1188 . This position will also develop and maintain databases and analytic models on greenhouse gas emissions, and respond to questions concerning the environmental impact of legislation from legislators, lobbyists, government officials, and the public. This position will advise the management of Legislative Council Staff on the initial design and ongoing implementation of the greenhouse gas emission report process. Other responsibilities. Responsibilities of the position also include writing research papers and issue briefs on environmental policy issues; working with special legislative study committees during the legislative interim; and researching and writing portions of the "Blue Book" voter guide on statewide election issues.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Required knowledge, skills, and abilities. A successful candidate must have effective oral and written communication skills; strong analytical, data analysis, and research abilities; and excellent time management skills. Candidates must be proficient with word processing, spreadsheet programs, and statistical software. The minimum educational requirement is a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with coursework in environmental studies, environmental planning/management, public policy, energy/environmental economics, natural sciences, sustainability, natural resources, or a related field. A successful candidate should have a minimum of two years of experience in a professional work environment. Preferred candidates would hold a Master's or other postgraduate degree in a relevant field, and be familiar with Colorado law, state government operations, and the legislative process. This position requires the ability to work in a nonpartisan manner in a partisan environment, and to provide objective information regardless of the issue or personal opinions. Salary and benefits. The salary range for this position is $60,000 - $90,000 per year, with salary level within this range commensurate with education and experience. Legislative Council Staff employees are not members of the state personnel system, although employment includes coverage under the State of Colorado benefits package.
Supplemental Information
Time-limited position. This position is scheduled to repeal on September 1, 2025. Continuation of this position beyond this date will depend on the decision of the General Assembly to continue the greenhouse gas emission report process beyond the 2025 legislative session. Application Process Please email your application packet with "Environmental Impact Analyst" in the email subject line to: Hiring Manager, Fiscal Notes Section lcs.fiscalnotes@state.co.us Application packet. Your application packet must include: • your resume; • a cover letter; • your salary requirements; and • a list of three professional references. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Only applicants who provide a plausible range or amount for their salary requirements within the salary range for this position will receive further consideration. Because this position is with the legislative branch, there is no need to fill out the state application. Application review will continue until the position is filled. Legislative Council Staff is an equal opportunity employer.
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RAN has an opening for a full-time position on our Digital Engagement Team for a Digital Campaign Strategist for the Climate and Energy Program. The Digital Campaign Strategist will work closely with RAN’s Climate Program to provide & assist in digital strategy and technical backbone necessary for effective online campaigning.
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May 15, 2019
Full time
RAN has an opening for a full-time position on our Digital Engagement Team for a Digital Campaign Strategist for the Climate and Energy Program. The Digital Campaign Strategist will work closely with RAN’s Climate Program to provide & assist in digital strategy and technical backbone necessary for effective online campaigning.
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Delaware River Basin Commission
West Trenton, Ewing Township, NJ, USA
BRIEF DESCRIPTION
This position provides technical and administrative services to support Water Resource Operations Branch activities related to hydrologic assessment, hydrologic modeling, flood, reservoir operations, and climate change.
Specific duties of the Water Resources Engineer include:
Support of modeling efforts related to flow management operations and their effects on storage and river flows under current and future climate, land use, and demand scenarios;
Development and quality assurance of large time-series data sets for use in hydrologic, flood, and reservoir operations models;
Statistical analyses of input and output datasets from hydrologic, flood, and reservoir operations models (experience with R is desirable);
Design of reservoir releases, based on current and predicted conditions, to meet instream flow needs;
Monitoring, evaluating, and reporting on hydrologic conditions in real-time and in summary format for internal and external stakeholders;
Participation in, and reporting about, advisory committees and other meetings;
Activities related to flood loss reduction activities, including GIS analyses and interaction with the public, state, and federal agencies regarding flood loss reduction;
Maintenance of Water Resources Operations library and creating an archive of historical analytical documents and analyses;
Provision of hydrologic information to the Communications Office or to the public as needed, including oral presentations, responses to inquiries, and development of content for dissemination;
Support of other branches as assigned to meet Commission goals and objectives; and
Other activities as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering or science from an accredited institution. A Master’s degree in engineering, hydrology, or water resources including course work in hydrology, GIS, water resources modeling, and statistics is preferred. A professional engineering license is preferable, but not required.
Experience: This is an early career position open to graduates with a Bachelors or Masters in engineering degree related to water resource engineering and science. The individual selected for the position will develop an understanding of hydrologic modeling, hydrologic data analysis, reservoir operations modeling, and flood loss reduction. Desirable Candidates will have 1-2 years of experience, but new graduates will be considered. Participation in a cooperative education program may be included as part of work experience. Excellent oral and written communication and organizational skills are required. Knowledge of python, R, or other programming languages is desirable.
Applicant must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States without sponsorship.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLICANTS
Send resume via email to: jobs@drbc.nj.gov
This position is open until filled
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May 13, 2019
Full time
BRIEF DESCRIPTION
This position provides technical and administrative services to support Water Resource Operations Branch activities related to hydrologic assessment, hydrologic modeling, flood, reservoir operations, and climate change.
Specific duties of the Water Resources Engineer include:
Support of modeling efforts related to flow management operations and their effects on storage and river flows under current and future climate, land use, and demand scenarios;
Development and quality assurance of large time-series data sets for use in hydrologic, flood, and reservoir operations models;
Statistical analyses of input and output datasets from hydrologic, flood, and reservoir operations models (experience with R is desirable);
Design of reservoir releases, based on current and predicted conditions, to meet instream flow needs;
Monitoring, evaluating, and reporting on hydrologic conditions in real-time and in summary format for internal and external stakeholders;
Participation in, and reporting about, advisory committees and other meetings;
Activities related to flood loss reduction activities, including GIS analyses and interaction with the public, state, and federal agencies regarding flood loss reduction;
Maintenance of Water Resources Operations library and creating an archive of historical analytical documents and analyses;
Provision of hydrologic information to the Communications Office or to the public as needed, including oral presentations, responses to inquiries, and development of content for dissemination;
Support of other branches as assigned to meet Commission goals and objectives; and
Other activities as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering or science from an accredited institution. A Master’s degree in engineering, hydrology, or water resources including course work in hydrology, GIS, water resources modeling, and statistics is preferred. A professional engineering license is preferable, but not required.
Experience: This is an early career position open to graduates with a Bachelors or Masters in engineering degree related to water resource engineering and science. The individual selected for the position will develop an understanding of hydrologic modeling, hydrologic data analysis, reservoir operations modeling, and flood loss reduction. Desirable Candidates will have 1-2 years of experience, but new graduates will be considered. Participation in a cooperative education program may be included as part of work experience. Excellent oral and written communication and organizational skills are required. Knowledge of python, R, or other programming languages is desirable.
Applicant must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States without sponsorship.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLICANTS
Send resume via email to: jobs@drbc.nj.gov
This position is open until filled
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Are you interested in working for indigenous rights and rainforest protection? Amazon Watch is a nonprofit advocacy organization with offices in Oakland, CA and Washington, DC supporting communities threatened by shortsighted natural resources exploitation projects in the Amazon Basin. Amazon Watch works with indigenous and environmental movements to defend the forest and advance indigenous peoples' rights in the face of large-scale industrial development-oil & gas pipelines, power lines, roads, and other mega-projects. As an Amazon Watch intern, you can earn credits while gaining real-life experience and working to protect the Earth's largest tropical rainforest.
Interns work directly with an Amazon Watch staff person but are expected to be self-motivated, creative, and willing to make a set time commitment based on project needs. Internships require a three-month minimum commitment and a minimum of two days per week. If you are unable to commit to three months, we recommend you explore volunteer opportunities at Amazon Watch.
To Apply:
Please send your cover letter, resume, links to your social media accounts, and a writing sample to amazon@amazonwatch.org .
Amazon Watch is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, political belief, age, gender, sexual orientation or class. People of color and indigenous people strongly encouraged to apply. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Current Available Internships
Database Intern
Location: Oakland, CA
Duties:
Assist Development Officer with Salesforce management
Keep donor mailing list up to date
Preparation of donor mailings and acknowledgement letters
Donor Research
Data management research
Field General inquiries
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with Salesforce CRM
Interns must be comfortable using basic computer programs: Word, Excel, Google Drive, on Apple computers.
The right candidates are enthusiastic, dependable, resourceful, detail-oriented, and exhibit great communication skills.
Strong organizational, and independent time management skills
Strong interest in the environment and human rights issues
Spanish proficiency is preferred, but not required
As an intern, you will:
Work with dedicated and connected environmental activists
Learn about the history and issues relating to environmental and human rights threats currently affecting communities in the Amazon basin
Attend various online webinars for development, administration, event support
Strengthen critical thinking and analysis skills
Details
The work will take place during regular business hours here in our office in downtown Oakland, CA.
This is an unpaid internship
Interns are expected to commit to 20 to 40 hours per week for 3 to 5 months
Development Intern
Location: Oakland, CA
Duties:
In kind sponsorships for annual gala
Tabling and community outreach
Manage and keep organized inventory of event materials
Database entry from events
Support event planning and production
Preferred Qualifications:
Interns must be comfortable using basic computer programs: Word, Excel, Google Drive, on Apple computers.
The right candidates are enthusiastic, dependable, resourceful, detail-oriented, and exhibit great communication skills.
Strong organizational, and independent time management skills
Strong interest in the environment and human rights issues
Spanish proficiency is preferred, but not required
As an intern, you will:
Work with dedicated and connected environmental activists
Learn about the history and issues relating to environmental and human rights threats currently affecting communities in the Amazon basin
Attend various online webinars for development, administration, event support
Strengthen critical thinking and analysis skills
Details:
The work will take place during regular business hours here in our office in downtown Oakland, CA.
This is an unpaid internship.
Interns are expected to commit between 15 to 24 hours per week for the months of March until the end of October.
PR & Communications Assistant
Location: Oakland, CA
Duties:
Assist with creating and managing a PR strategy
Assist with strategic analysis and organization of social media contacts (specifically Twitter)
Research, identify and manage a list of key social media accounts (i.e. journalists, government officials, etc.) to follow and connect via Twitter
Research, curate, and draft a press list of key contacts and news media sources
Research, familiarize and thoroughly understand Amazon Watch's main campaigns and relevant issues by reading previously created content and searching online content
Critically analyze findings, use this understanding to update and fact check existing Wikipedia pages
Fact check and cross verify information from sources online and identify content that is misrepresentative of the truth
Communicate these findings, both in written and verbal form
Write and edit factually correct content
Organize photo and media archive
Edit B-roll film footage
Preferred Qualifications:
Active social media accounts including Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, Pinterest (an active Twitter account is required)
Extensive experience and understanding of Twitter
Ability to think strategically about messaging and image management
Keen analytical and critical thinking skills
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Strong organizational, and independent time management skills
Self-motivated
Strong interest in the environment and human rights issues
College graduate with focus and experience in PR and strategic communications preferred
Experience editing film is preferred, but not required
Spanish proficiency is preferred, but not required
As an intern, you will:
Work with dedicated and connected environmental activists
Gain familiarity with and experience building a PR and communications strategy for an international NGO
Experience organizing social media contacts and communications (particularly related to Twitter)
Experience organizing information, researching, and corresponding with key contacts or journalists
Learn about the history and issues relating to environmental and human rights threats currently affecting communities in the Amazon basin
Strengthen critical thinking and analysis skills
Gain experience organizing information and fact checking
Intern Scholarships
Below are some of the many scholarships that may be available to our interns:
Intern Service Award – Amount: $1,000. Deadline: Dec. 31st annually. Open to all interns at non-profit organizations. Apply to Asia Times .
Women’s Leadership Scholarship – Amount: $1,000. Deadline: March 31st annually. Offered to high-achieving women, working as an intern in a non-profit. Apply to AirSafe Research .
EU International Intern Scholarship – Amount: $1,000. Deadline: Dec. 31st annually. Open to U.S. and international students, working as interns at a non-profit. Apply to EU Business .
Minority College Scholarship – Amount: $1,000. Deadline: March 15th annually. Available to minority students with GPA above 3.0, interning at a non-profit organization. Apply to PakTribune .
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May 13, 2019
Are you interested in working for indigenous rights and rainforest protection? Amazon Watch is a nonprofit advocacy organization with offices in Oakland, CA and Washington, DC supporting communities threatened by shortsighted natural resources exploitation projects in the Amazon Basin. Amazon Watch works with indigenous and environmental movements to defend the forest and advance indigenous peoples' rights in the face of large-scale industrial development-oil & gas pipelines, power lines, roads, and other mega-projects. As an Amazon Watch intern, you can earn credits while gaining real-life experience and working to protect the Earth's largest tropical rainforest.
Interns work directly with an Amazon Watch staff person but are expected to be self-motivated, creative, and willing to make a set time commitment based on project needs. Internships require a three-month minimum commitment and a minimum of two days per week. If you are unable to commit to three months, we recommend you explore volunteer opportunities at Amazon Watch.
To Apply:
Please send your cover letter, resume, links to your social media accounts, and a writing sample to amazon@amazonwatch.org .
Amazon Watch is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, political belief, age, gender, sexual orientation or class. People of color and indigenous people strongly encouraged to apply. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Current Available Internships
Database Intern
Location: Oakland, CA
Duties:
Assist Development Officer with Salesforce management
Keep donor mailing list up to date
Preparation of donor mailings and acknowledgement letters
Donor Research
Data management research
Field General inquiries
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with Salesforce CRM
Interns must be comfortable using basic computer programs: Word, Excel, Google Drive, on Apple computers.
The right candidates are enthusiastic, dependable, resourceful, detail-oriented, and exhibit great communication skills.
Strong organizational, and independent time management skills
Strong interest in the environment and human rights issues
Spanish proficiency is preferred, but not required
As an intern, you will:
Work with dedicated and connected environmental activists
Learn about the history and issues relating to environmental and human rights threats currently affecting communities in the Amazon basin
Attend various online webinars for development, administration, event support
Strengthen critical thinking and analysis skills
Details
The work will take place during regular business hours here in our office in downtown Oakland, CA.
This is an unpaid internship
Interns are expected to commit to 20 to 40 hours per week for 3 to 5 months
Development Intern
Location: Oakland, CA
Duties:
In kind sponsorships for annual gala
Tabling and community outreach
Manage and keep organized inventory of event materials
Database entry from events
Support event planning and production
Preferred Qualifications:
Interns must be comfortable using basic computer programs: Word, Excel, Google Drive, on Apple computers.
The right candidates are enthusiastic, dependable, resourceful, detail-oriented, and exhibit great communication skills.
Strong organizational, and independent time management skills
Strong interest in the environment and human rights issues
Spanish proficiency is preferred, but not required
As an intern, you will:
Work with dedicated and connected environmental activists
Learn about the history and issues relating to environmental and human rights threats currently affecting communities in the Amazon basin
Attend various online webinars for development, administration, event support
Strengthen critical thinking and analysis skills
Details:
The work will take place during regular business hours here in our office in downtown Oakland, CA.
This is an unpaid internship.
Interns are expected to commit between 15 to 24 hours per week for the months of March until the end of October.
PR & Communications Assistant
Location: Oakland, CA
Duties:
Assist with creating and managing a PR strategy
Assist with strategic analysis and organization of social media contacts (specifically Twitter)
Research, identify and manage a list of key social media accounts (i.e. journalists, government officials, etc.) to follow and connect via Twitter
Research, curate, and draft a press list of key contacts and news media sources
Research, familiarize and thoroughly understand Amazon Watch's main campaigns and relevant issues by reading previously created content and searching online content
Critically analyze findings, use this understanding to update and fact check existing Wikipedia pages
Fact check and cross verify information from sources online and identify content that is misrepresentative of the truth
Communicate these findings, both in written and verbal form
Write and edit factually correct content
Organize photo and media archive
Edit B-roll film footage
Preferred Qualifications:
Active social media accounts including Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, Pinterest (an active Twitter account is required)
Extensive experience and understanding of Twitter
Ability to think strategically about messaging and image management
Keen analytical and critical thinking skills
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Strong organizational, and independent time management skills
Self-motivated
Strong interest in the environment and human rights issues
College graduate with focus and experience in PR and strategic communications preferred
Experience editing film is preferred, but not required
Spanish proficiency is preferred, but not required
As an intern, you will:
Work with dedicated and connected environmental activists
Gain familiarity with and experience building a PR and communications strategy for an international NGO
Experience organizing social media contacts and communications (particularly related to Twitter)
Experience organizing information, researching, and corresponding with key contacts or journalists
Learn about the history and issues relating to environmental and human rights threats currently affecting communities in the Amazon basin
Strengthen critical thinking and analysis skills
Gain experience organizing information and fact checking
Intern Scholarships
Below are some of the many scholarships that may be available to our interns:
Intern Service Award – Amount: $1,000. Deadline: Dec. 31st annually. Open to all interns at non-profit organizations. Apply to Asia Times .
Women’s Leadership Scholarship – Amount: $1,000. Deadline: March 31st annually. Offered to high-achieving women, working as an intern in a non-profit. Apply to AirSafe Research .
EU International Intern Scholarship – Amount: $1,000. Deadline: Dec. 31st annually. Open to U.S. and international students, working as interns at a non-profit. Apply to EU Business .
Minority College Scholarship – Amount: $1,000. Deadline: March 15th annually. Available to minority students with GPA above 3.0, interning at a non-profit organization. Apply to PakTribune .
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Position Description
This position is in the Office of Sustainability and Conservation. OPEN UNTIL FILLED. Salary Grade: U2 Must submit a resume, cover letter and three (3) references with phones numbers at time of application. The Program Coordinator will be a part of the Sustainability Division's core team. This position will assist the Sustainability Manager in the implementation of the County's sustainability programs including: planning, coordinating and administering the activities and operations related to the climate adaptation and mitigation goals of the County's Sustainable Action Plan. This position provides internal services support for the program through direct interface, dialogue and data analysis with departments such as Facilities Management, the Regional Wastewater Reclamation Department, the Regional Flood Control Department, other governmental agencies and the public, to build capacity to advance program goals and objectives and address program-related issues. This position will be expected to undertake data management duties, perform advanced data analyses on building performance, greenhouse gas emissions, and solid waste diversion and present the results of the team's work in reports, memos and presentations for County management, regional stakeholders and public audiences. The Program Coordinator, under the supervision of the Manager will also undertake research to support planning, policy and grant making assignments. This classification is in the unclassified service and is exempt from the Pima County Merit System Rules.
Duties/Responsibilities
(Work assignments may vary depending on the department's needs and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.) Coordinates, supervises and participates in the activities of a specialized program; Provides support and participates in the daily activities essential to the completion of program objectives; Coordinates program activities with other departments, governmental agencies and the public; Meets with representatives of other departments, governmental agencies and the public to resolve program-related problems, address issues and discuss program goals and objectives; Provides internal services support for the program by coordinating activities with such departments as Human Resources, Management Information Systems, Budget, Finance, Purchasing, etc.; Develops or participates in the development of program goals and objectives and program budgets; Researches, analyzes and reports on program activities; May coordinate and/or supervise daily staff activities including those of other Program Coordinators; May perform required managerial functions in the absence of management; May perform public relations activities by speaking, giving demonstrations and coordinating publicity campaigns with the media. KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS : Knowledge of:
practices of program coordination and administration;
principles and practices of budgeting, accounting and financial management;
principles and practices of effective supervision;
practices and procedures for providing internal services.
Skill in:
developing program goals and objectives;
expressing, explaining and interpreting program policies and practices to the public;
communicating effectively, both orally and in writing;
supervising, training and evaluating support personnel.
Minimum Qualifications
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in public or business administration, environmental science and management, urban planning, engineering, sustainability or a field closely related to the program area, as determined by the appointing authority and two years of progressively responsible program administration experience or experience directly related to the nature of the program. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application . Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):
Master's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in environmental science and management, architecture, urban planning, engineering, sustainability, or other program-related field.
Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience working with interdisciplinary teams and applying leadership, communication, consensus building and facilitation skills in sustainability planning and operations for the public sector to deliver internal customer satisfaction with attention to detail and replicability.
Three (3) years experience in advanced data management and analysis for building performance, e.g. energy, water and waste diversion data using Excel or statistical programs and SQL databases for archiving and retrieving data for reporting and informing program planning.
Three (3) years progressive experience working in energy management systems and improvement in building energy and water performance, including benchmarking, audits, and reporting; return on investment calculations; renewable energy installations; AZ utility regulatory structures; and capital improvement planning for resilience under climate change.
Three (3) years progressive experience optimizing and managing waste diversion programs that include employee engagement components and vendor contract management to improve recycling, green waste diversion, building waste diversion, the reduction and re-use of office materials, green purchasing, and tracking and measuring progress to achieve targets.
Experience researching, reporting and presenting sustainability topics for a variety of audiences to communicate program value.
Experience with Arc GIS and SQL database design and management.
Selection Procedure: Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum/desired qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum/desired qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.
Supplemental Information
Licenses and Certificates: Valid driver license is required at time of application . Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant's suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Service's review and approval of the candidate's driving record. Physical/Sensory Requirements: Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position.
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May 10, 2019
Full time
Position Description
This position is in the Office of Sustainability and Conservation. OPEN UNTIL FILLED. Salary Grade: U2 Must submit a resume, cover letter and three (3) references with phones numbers at time of application. The Program Coordinator will be a part of the Sustainability Division's core team. This position will assist the Sustainability Manager in the implementation of the County's sustainability programs including: planning, coordinating and administering the activities and operations related to the climate adaptation and mitigation goals of the County's Sustainable Action Plan. This position provides internal services support for the program through direct interface, dialogue and data analysis with departments such as Facilities Management, the Regional Wastewater Reclamation Department, the Regional Flood Control Department, other governmental agencies and the public, to build capacity to advance program goals and objectives and address program-related issues. This position will be expected to undertake data management duties, perform advanced data analyses on building performance, greenhouse gas emissions, and solid waste diversion and present the results of the team's work in reports, memos and presentations for County management, regional stakeholders and public audiences. The Program Coordinator, under the supervision of the Manager will also undertake research to support planning, policy and grant making assignments. This classification is in the unclassified service and is exempt from the Pima County Merit System Rules.
Duties/Responsibilities
(Work assignments may vary depending on the department's needs and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.) Coordinates, supervises and participates in the activities of a specialized program; Provides support and participates in the daily activities essential to the completion of program objectives; Coordinates program activities with other departments, governmental agencies and the public; Meets with representatives of other departments, governmental agencies and the public to resolve program-related problems, address issues and discuss program goals and objectives; Provides internal services support for the program by coordinating activities with such departments as Human Resources, Management Information Systems, Budget, Finance, Purchasing, etc.; Develops or participates in the development of program goals and objectives and program budgets; Researches, analyzes and reports on program activities; May coordinate and/or supervise daily staff activities including those of other Program Coordinators; May perform required managerial functions in the absence of management; May perform public relations activities by speaking, giving demonstrations and coordinating publicity campaigns with the media. KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS : Knowledge of:
practices of program coordination and administration;
principles and practices of budgeting, accounting and financial management;
principles and practices of effective supervision;
practices and procedures for providing internal services.
Skill in:
developing program goals and objectives;
expressing, explaining and interpreting program policies and practices to the public;
communicating effectively, both orally and in writing;
supervising, training and evaluating support personnel.
Minimum Qualifications
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in public or business administration, environmental science and management, urban planning, engineering, sustainability or a field closely related to the program area, as determined by the appointing authority and two years of progressively responsible program administration experience or experience directly related to the nature of the program. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application . Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):
Master's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in environmental science and management, architecture, urban planning, engineering, sustainability, or other program-related field.
Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience working with interdisciplinary teams and applying leadership, communication, consensus building and facilitation skills in sustainability planning and operations for the public sector to deliver internal customer satisfaction with attention to detail and replicability.
Three (3) years experience in advanced data management and analysis for building performance, e.g. energy, water and waste diversion data using Excel or statistical programs and SQL databases for archiving and retrieving data for reporting and informing program planning.
Three (3) years progressive experience working in energy management systems and improvement in building energy and water performance, including benchmarking, audits, and reporting; return on investment calculations; renewable energy installations; AZ utility regulatory structures; and capital improvement planning for resilience under climate change.
Three (3) years progressive experience optimizing and managing waste diversion programs that include employee engagement components and vendor contract management to improve recycling, green waste diversion, building waste diversion, the reduction and re-use of office materials, green purchasing, and tracking and measuring progress to achieve targets.
Experience researching, reporting and presenting sustainability topics for a variety of audiences to communicate program value.
Experience with Arc GIS and SQL database design and management.
Selection Procedure: Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum/desired qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum/desired qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.
Supplemental Information
Licenses and Certificates: Valid driver license is required at time of application . Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant's suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Service's review and approval of the candidate's driving record. Physical/Sensory Requirements: Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position.
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The Alliance for Climate Education seeks an Executive Director who will lead a team of talented and passionate professionals to realize ACE’s mission.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will be responsible for strategic planning, fundraising, organizational management, communications, and program implementation to ensure long-term impact and financial sustainability.
ACE seeks an Executive Director with an established track record of leading an organization, managing a highly motivated team, developing and executing financial and programmatic growth strategies, fundraising, and building partnerships to advance an organization’s mission. This is a high-profile opportunity for a dynamic professional who will be responsible for expanding ACE’s impact with the goal of building youth power in the climate movement.
ACE will consider candidates with a range of career profiles whose core values and leadership abilities match the demands of the Executive Director role. The Executive Director will report to the Board of Directors, and work closely with the Board, staff, partners, teachers, and youth leaders to implement the organization’s fundraising efforts and execute the strategic plan.
How to Apply
If you are interested in applying or wish to nominate someone for this position, please send a cover letter and resume in confidence to search@blueridegadvisorsllc.com.
ACE is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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May 09, 2019
Full time
The Alliance for Climate Education seeks an Executive Director who will lead a team of talented and passionate professionals to realize ACE’s mission.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will be responsible for strategic planning, fundraising, organizational management, communications, and program implementation to ensure long-term impact and financial sustainability.
ACE seeks an Executive Director with an established track record of leading an organization, managing a highly motivated team, developing and executing financial and programmatic growth strategies, fundraising, and building partnerships to advance an organization’s mission. This is a high-profile opportunity for a dynamic professional who will be responsible for expanding ACE’s impact with the goal of building youth power in the climate movement.
ACE will consider candidates with a range of career profiles whose core values and leadership abilities match the demands of the Executive Director role. The Executive Director will report to the Board of Directors, and work closely with the Board, staff, partners, teachers, and youth leaders to implement the organization’s fundraising efforts and execute the strategic plan.
How to Apply
If you are interested in applying or wish to nominate someone for this position, please send a cover letter and resume in confidence to search@blueridegadvisorsllc.com.
ACE is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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Join the City of Santa Rosa as a Sustainability Coordinator in the Santa Rosa Water Department as part of the Water Resources Division! This exciting position leads and manages the Water Department's sustainability teams and programs. This recruitment is being conducted to fill one full time vacancy to manage the City's innovative Water Use Efficiency Program and lead the Water Use Efficiency Team, but may be used to fill future vacancies in this classification as well.
Sustainability Coordinators ensure that the Santa Rosa Water Department is in compliance with Local, State and Federal water and energy use efficiency, conservation and greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) standards to meet established targets; to analyze water and energy use patterns and to identify effective efficiency, reduction and mitigation measures; and to prepare information, make presentations, and implement incentive programs and regulations which promote the efficient use of water and implement projects related to water and energy, climate change, resource management and sustainability. This recruitment will fill the Water Use Efficiency position.
IDEAL CANDIDATE :
The ideal candidate will have experience with water use efficiency programs, implementing and analyzing resource efficiency programs, knowledge of current regulation and legislation related to Water Use Efficiency, project management skills, will be detail oriented, will have strong writing skills, outstanding communication and presenting skills, and superior customer service skills. The successful candidate will have experience supervising, coaching and mentoring staff, and will have the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders and work together to develop regional collaborations to implement regional resource efficiency programs.
THE SELECTION PROCESS :
Applicants possessing the most desirable qualifications will be invited to continue in a selection process that may consist of an application screening, written exam, performance exam, oral appraisal, and/or other activity selected by the Human Resources Department. An eligible list will be established as a result of this selection process and may be used to fill future vacancies.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :
Knowledge of: Principles and practices of sustainability; methods of creating and managing public information programs; administrative principles and methods, including supervision, leadership, project planning and program management; principles and practices of effective supervision and staff development; laws and regulatory codes applicable to sustainability, water-use efficiency, energy conservation and renewables; grant writing and administration; budget preparation and monitoring.
Water Use Efficiency: Principles and practices of water-use efficiency, related planning and management, including water use analysis and forecasting; embedded energy in water; green building standards; low impact development standards; techniques and equipment used in irrigation and water distribution; operation of various water-saving devices; water-use efficient landscaping, irrigation practices, and drought-tolerant planting; California Urban Water Conservation Council's Best Management Practices.
Ability to: Analyze data on water/energy consumption and renewable energy production; use computer forecasting and water/energy planning tools; conduct water/energy audits; identify measures that target inefficient use; analyze water/energy related legislation; communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; make effective, professional presentations to a wide variety of audiences, such as community groups, schools, businesses and public commissions; write and create technical publications, reports, grants, training curricula, graphs, brochures and other materials to inform and persuade the public about sustainability related topics; develop and administer programs that involve community participation; establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinate staff, peers, professional associates, policy making bodies and with the general public; supervise, train, coach and evaluate subordinate personnel.
Experience and Education: Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience - Sufficient years of responsible experience in water/energy supply, renewable energy or water/energy-use efficiency program work, including supervisory experience, to demonstrate possession of the knowledge and abilities listed above; Education - Equivalent to a BS or BA degree from an accredited college with major course work in public or business administration, public relations, communications, environmental engineering, environmental studies, landscaping, water supply, renewable energy or closely related field. An AA or AS degree in environmental studies, landscaping, or water supply can be qualifying if it is supplemented by additional experience in water conservation work.
License or Certification :
Individuals must be physically capable of operating a motor vehicle safely and possess a valid, Class C, California Driver License, OR be able to demonstrate the ability to travel on scheduled or unscheduled visits to various locations in the City which may or may not be reachable by public transportation.
Water Use Efficiency: Certification from American Water Works Association as a Water Conservation Practitioner and licensing from the Irrigation Association or Qualified Water Efficient Landscaper as a Water Auditor are desired.
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May 09, 2019
Full time
Job
Join the City of Santa Rosa as a Sustainability Coordinator in the Santa Rosa Water Department as part of the Water Resources Division! This exciting position leads and manages the Water Department's sustainability teams and programs. This recruitment is being conducted to fill one full time vacancy to manage the City's innovative Water Use Efficiency Program and lead the Water Use Efficiency Team, but may be used to fill future vacancies in this classification as well.
Sustainability Coordinators ensure that the Santa Rosa Water Department is in compliance with Local, State and Federal water and energy use efficiency, conservation and greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) standards to meet established targets; to analyze water and energy use patterns and to identify effective efficiency, reduction and mitigation measures; and to prepare information, make presentations, and implement incentive programs and regulations which promote the efficient use of water and implement projects related to water and energy, climate change, resource management and sustainability. This recruitment will fill the Water Use Efficiency position.
IDEAL CANDIDATE :
The ideal candidate will have experience with water use efficiency programs, implementing and analyzing resource efficiency programs, knowledge of current regulation and legislation related to Water Use Efficiency, project management skills, will be detail oriented, will have strong writing skills, outstanding communication and presenting skills, and superior customer service skills. The successful candidate will have experience supervising, coaching and mentoring staff, and will have the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders and work together to develop regional collaborations to implement regional resource efficiency programs.
THE SELECTION PROCESS :
Applicants possessing the most desirable qualifications will be invited to continue in a selection process that may consist of an application screening, written exam, performance exam, oral appraisal, and/or other activity selected by the Human Resources Department. An eligible list will be established as a result of this selection process and may be used to fill future vacancies.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :
Knowledge of: Principles and practices of sustainability; methods of creating and managing public information programs; administrative principles and methods, including supervision, leadership, project planning and program management; principles and practices of effective supervision and staff development; laws and regulatory codes applicable to sustainability, water-use efficiency, energy conservation and renewables; grant writing and administration; budget preparation and monitoring.
Water Use Efficiency: Principles and practices of water-use efficiency, related planning and management, including water use analysis and forecasting; embedded energy in water; green building standards; low impact development standards; techniques and equipment used in irrigation and water distribution; operation of various water-saving devices; water-use efficient landscaping, irrigation practices, and drought-tolerant planting; California Urban Water Conservation Council's Best Management Practices.
Ability to: Analyze data on water/energy consumption and renewable energy production; use computer forecasting and water/energy planning tools; conduct water/energy audits; identify measures that target inefficient use; analyze water/energy related legislation; communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; make effective, professional presentations to a wide variety of audiences, such as community groups, schools, businesses and public commissions; write and create technical publications, reports, grants, training curricula, graphs, brochures and other materials to inform and persuade the public about sustainability related topics; develop and administer programs that involve community participation; establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinate staff, peers, professional associates, policy making bodies and with the general public; supervise, train, coach and evaluate subordinate personnel.
Experience and Education: Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience - Sufficient years of responsible experience in water/energy supply, renewable energy or water/energy-use efficiency program work, including supervisory experience, to demonstrate possession of the knowledge and abilities listed above; Education - Equivalent to a BS or BA degree from an accredited college with major course work in public or business administration, public relations, communications, environmental engineering, environmental studies, landscaping, water supply, renewable energy or closely related field. An AA or AS degree in environmental studies, landscaping, or water supply can be qualifying if it is supplemented by additional experience in water conservation work.
License or Certification :
Individuals must be physically capable of operating a motor vehicle safely and possess a valid, Class C, California Driver License, OR be able to demonstrate the ability to travel on scheduled or unscheduled visits to various locations in the City which may or may not be reachable by public transportation.
Water Use Efficiency: Certification from American Water Works Association as a Water Conservation Practitioner and licensing from the Irrigation Association or Qualified Water Efficient Landscaper as a Water Auditor are desired.
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Position Description
As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose--serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis. The City of Minneapolis is seeks a full time, experienced Sustainability Program Coordinator focusing on Energy Benchmarking and Building Energy Efficiency to join the City Coordinator's Division of Sustainability. The position will report to the City's Sustainability Director and work with other Sustainability Program Coordinators to effectively implement the Commercial and Residential Energy Disclosure Policies ensuring policy awareness and assisting building owners achieve the energy efficiency goals of the program. This position will also collaborate with the City's Environmental Health program on energy efficiency incentive programming. This position will also work with the Clean Energy Partnership (CEP) and Energy Vision Advisory Committee (EVAC) to provide support and assistance on the implementation of the CEP work plan. The position requires thought leadership and experience to develop and advocate for clean energy solutions to achieve the City's greenhouse gas emissions reduction goals. Also necessary are strong analytical, organizational, and communications skills as well as the ability to work independently and manage professional relationship both internally and externally.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Manage Commercial and Residential Energy Benchmarking and related annual reporting
Develop and implement an outreach plan for large building owners who are affected by the energy benchmarking policies.
Develop and implement an outreach plan to small- and medium-sized rental building owners who are affected by time-of-rent energy disclosure policies.
Manage the truth-in-sale-of-housing (TISH) energy evaluation program, develop and implement an outreach plan to realtors, homeowners and home evaluators who are affected by TISH policies.
Develop content for website pages and develop education materials.
Develop, monitor and measure environmental performance measures for benchmarked buildings and best practice studies.
Provide needed assistance and expertise to property owners in energy efficiency, financing resources, grant funding and utility programs.
Assist in coordinating energy policy and greenhouse gas inventories.
Manage and work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary project work teams on projects including drafting the project scope, scheduling meetings, completing tasks, facilitating meetings, garnering consensus on recommendations, and preparing reports/presentations.
Prepare and make presentations to groups, residents, and elected officials.
Act as a liaison to create policies, promote sustainability and participate in community-wide sustainability projects.
Participate in annual training and development
Coordinate with the Bloomberg American Cities Climate Challenge, Urban Sustainability Directors Network, Carbon Neutral Cities Alliance and other external coalition partners.
Work with and coordinate programs with internal department and city staff.
Working Conditions: Office and field
Required Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Building Science, Construction Management, Sustainability, Environmental Science, Urban Planning or equivalent. Experience: Five years of professional experience, including working in sustainability, building energy efficiency, environmental management and outreach, and/or climate change. Equivalency : An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered. Cover letter and Resume: You must attach a cover letter and updated resume to your application. Without these documents, the application may be deemed as incomplete and will not be considered further. Selection Process: The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience and/or an oral examination (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process. Background Check: The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position. Union Representation: This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the Minneapolis Public Employees Association (MPEA). For more information on the terms and conditions of this agreement please visit: http://www.minneapolismn.gov/hr/laboragreements/labor-agreements_professional-employees_index Eligible List: The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire three months after it has been established. Interview Selection: The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate's education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Demonstrated knowledge of building energy efficiency and GHG reduction strategies
Demonstrated experience in outreach and engagement strategies to groups of stakeholders
Technical experience on building energy benchmarking systems such as EPA's Portfolio Manager
Knowledge of renewable energy and demand side management programs and strategies.
Demonstrated knowledge of environmental issues, including current trends and methods related to sustainability, best practices and technical expertise to address such issues.
Ability to coordinate multiple projects at the same time and organize work to meet deadlines and conflicting priorities.
Ability to plan and manage projects with multiple players and diverse issues.
Ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with staff, representatives of government/private sector, and general public.
Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Strong presentation skills to a wide variety of audiences on environmental policy and issues.
Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
Ability to understand policy implications of issues and make appropriate recommendations.
Creatively solve problems involving sensitive situations and issues.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Preferred knowledge of contract and grant proposal preparation and management.
Preferred knowledge of budget development and management.
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May 06, 2019
Full time
Position Description
As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose--serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis. The City of Minneapolis is seeks a full time, experienced Sustainability Program Coordinator focusing on Energy Benchmarking and Building Energy Efficiency to join the City Coordinator's Division of Sustainability. The position will report to the City's Sustainability Director and work with other Sustainability Program Coordinators to effectively implement the Commercial and Residential Energy Disclosure Policies ensuring policy awareness and assisting building owners achieve the energy efficiency goals of the program. This position will also collaborate with the City's Environmental Health program on energy efficiency incentive programming. This position will also work with the Clean Energy Partnership (CEP) and Energy Vision Advisory Committee (EVAC) to provide support and assistance on the implementation of the CEP work plan. The position requires thought leadership and experience to develop and advocate for clean energy solutions to achieve the City's greenhouse gas emissions reduction goals. Also necessary are strong analytical, organizational, and communications skills as well as the ability to work independently and manage professional relationship both internally and externally.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Manage Commercial and Residential Energy Benchmarking and related annual reporting
Develop and implement an outreach plan for large building owners who are affected by the energy benchmarking policies.
Develop and implement an outreach plan to small- and medium-sized rental building owners who are affected by time-of-rent energy disclosure policies.
Manage the truth-in-sale-of-housing (TISH) energy evaluation program, develop and implement an outreach plan to realtors, homeowners and home evaluators who are affected by TISH policies.
Develop content for website pages and develop education materials.
Develop, monitor and measure environmental performance measures for benchmarked buildings and best practice studies.
Provide needed assistance and expertise to property owners in energy efficiency, financing resources, grant funding and utility programs.
Assist in coordinating energy policy and greenhouse gas inventories.
Manage and work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary project work teams on projects including drafting the project scope, scheduling meetings, completing tasks, facilitating meetings, garnering consensus on recommendations, and preparing reports/presentations.
Prepare and make presentations to groups, residents, and elected officials.
Act as a liaison to create policies, promote sustainability and participate in community-wide sustainability projects.
Participate in annual training and development
Coordinate with the Bloomberg American Cities Climate Challenge, Urban Sustainability Directors Network, Carbon Neutral Cities Alliance and other external coalition partners.
Work with and coordinate programs with internal department and city staff.
Working Conditions: Office and field
Required Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Building Science, Construction Management, Sustainability, Environmental Science, Urban Planning or equivalent. Experience: Five years of professional experience, including working in sustainability, building energy efficiency, environmental management and outreach, and/or climate change. Equivalency : An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered. Cover letter and Resume: You must attach a cover letter and updated resume to your application. Without these documents, the application may be deemed as incomplete and will not be considered further. Selection Process: The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience and/or an oral examination (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process. Background Check: The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position. Union Representation: This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the Minneapolis Public Employees Association (MPEA). For more information on the terms and conditions of this agreement please visit: http://www.minneapolismn.gov/hr/laboragreements/labor-agreements_professional-employees_index Eligible List: The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire three months after it has been established. Interview Selection: The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate's education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Demonstrated knowledge of building energy efficiency and GHG reduction strategies
Demonstrated experience in outreach and engagement strategies to groups of stakeholders
Technical experience on building energy benchmarking systems such as EPA's Portfolio Manager
Knowledge of renewable energy and demand side management programs and strategies.
Demonstrated knowledge of environmental issues, including current trends and methods related to sustainability, best practices and technical expertise to address such issues.
Ability to coordinate multiple projects at the same time and organize work to meet deadlines and conflicting priorities.
Ability to plan and manage projects with multiple players and diverse issues.
Ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with staff, representatives of government/private sector, and general public.
Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Strong presentation skills to a wide variety of audiences on environmental policy and issues.
Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
Ability to understand policy implications of issues and make appropriate recommendations.
Creatively solve problems involving sensitive situations and issues.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Preferred knowledge of contract and grant proposal preparation and management.
Preferred knowledge of budget development and management.
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Position Description
Seattle City Light was created by the residents of Seattle in 1902 to provide affordable, reliable, and environmentally sound electric power to homes and businesses in the City of Seattle and neighboring suburbs. Owned by the community it serves, City Light is the nation's 10th largest municipally owned electric utility, serving 450,000 customers, and is a nationally recognized leader in energy efficiency, renewable resource development, and environmental stewardship.
City Light's business environment is changing rapidly in response to the convergence of policy, technology, and customer trends that are driving toward a cleaner more decentralized energy system. With its carbon neutral generation system and 40-year history of delivering energy efficiency and renewable energy solutions to customers at scale, City Light is poised to lead the community toward a decarbonized future.
The Utility's Customer Energy Solutions Division works with residential, business, and institutional customers to evaluate and adopt an ever-expanding array of clean energy choices to meet their cost, convenience, productivity and sustainability goals. Building on its legacy of leadership in energy efficiency, the Division is expanding its program and service offerings to enable and promote:
Deeper energy efficiency in buildings.
Electrification of vehicles and transportation.
Building electrification.
Rooftop solar adoption.
Onsite battery storage.
Customer renewable energy purchases.
Job Responsibilities
The Division is hiring a Business Energy Solutions Manager to oversee the delivery of clean energy programs and services to the utility's business and institutional customers. As a direct report to the Director of Customer Energy Solutions, the position will lead a team of 25 dynamic, customer focused energy management analysts to help businesses and institutions evaluate and adopt a wide range of carbon free energy choices, including energy efficiency, building electrification, solar energy and renewable power purchases. The team is responsible for customer outreach and engagement; project evaluation, origination and facilitation, and program implementation services. In a typical year, the project development team will develop and manage several hundred customer energy management projects. Planning and execution will focus on providing outstanding customer service, innovative but practical solutions, and technical excellence. With an annual budget of approximately $18 million, the Manager is accountable for ensuring program and customer experience goals are met, while prudently managing financial and human resources. This position provides management oversight and responsibility for supervision, workload planning and assignments, staff development and performance management. The Manager will also serve as a member of the CES leadership team, collaborating with other Division leaders on strategy and portfolio management decisions. The manager will also champion staff participation in cross-functional teams focusing on strategy, program design, continuous process improvement, and workplace culture.
Additional Job Responsibilities:
Oversee the implementation of commercial and industrial programs and services that provide technical assistance and financial incentives to customers, developers, building owners and trade allies to install energy efficient technologies and measures in existing or new facilities.
Sponsor project development staff participation on strategy and program design teams to assure that the program offerings align with customer needs, market opportunities, and technology trends.
Collaborate with the Account Executive team to develop and implement strategic account plans and energy solution strategies for key accounts and customer segments.
Provide technical advice and recommendations on energy efficiency, electrification and distributed generation potential in existing and new commercial buildings. Provide input at the State and regional levels regarding regulation, codes and guidelines for existing and new commercial buildings.
Define and create operational performance metrics, develop and administer forecasting and project management tools that address cost, energy savings, cycle time, and customer satisfaction.
Establish and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders and organizations. Represent the City, City Light and CES with external and internal constituencies. Diffuses problems using creativity, tact and influencing skills
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, Sustainable Resource Development; or Environmental or Physical Sciences; or related field (other combinations of education, training and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis for comparability). Experience: 6 or more years of progressively responsible experience in managing the design and or delivery of customer focused energy programs or consulting services, including 2 years as a manager or supervisor (or combination of education and relevant work experience, which provides an equivalent background required to perform this body of work). Certification/License: Valid Washington State Driver's License and Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or Certified Energy Manager (CEM). Desired Qualifications: In addition to the professional experience of the successful candidate, key leadership values, attributes, and competencies will also be assessed:
Advanced knowledge and experience with energy analysis and utilization concepts as they relate to commercial and industrial buildings, equipment, or processes .
Substantial professional experience leading energy management consulting services, projects, programs or technical teams. Functional expertise in customer outreach and engagement; project development, facilitation and or financing, and measurement and verification.
Demonstrated accomplishment or expertise in clean technologies including accountability for commercial or industrial programs or projects involving at least one or more of the following:
Energy efficiency
Demand response
Distributed generation
Smart buildings
Energy storage
Efficient Electrification
A Certified Measurement and Verification Professional (CMVP)
Demonstrated commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of employees and the general public. Works proactively to reduce workplace hazards, prevent accidents and provide safety training and resources for employees.
A people first leader who focuses on the growth and well-being of customers and employees. Collaborative, empathetic leader who puts the needs of others first and empowers team members to do their best work.
Possesses a keen sense of integrity and honesty. Understands trust is essential to building credibility and support within and outside the organization.
Holds self and team accountable for performance on commitments by aligning actions with words. Establishes clear performance metrics and measures performance against goals.
Demonstrates commitment to robust and clear communications both internally and externally. Encourages feedback and listens; Admits and learns from mistakes. Fosters an environment of transparency.
Strong emotional intelligence, and the ability to listen, reflect, mentor and coach. Effectively manages interpersonal and ideological conflict through direct, respectful communication.
Demonstrated commitment to workforce equity and a healthy workplace culture. Fosters a fair, respectful and caring work environment that values the contributions and differences of each person and each job function.
Inspires and motivates team members to continuously learn, improve individual and organizational capabilities and processes, pursue new ideas and approaches, and realize creative solutions.
Encourages and supports cross functional collaboration. Builds effective working relationships across the organization.
Bold commitment to environmental and economic equity in the delivery of services. Promotes solutions that are inclusive and innovative.
Additional Information
Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process including the completion of a background check which includes criminal history and driving history review. Want to know more about Seattle City Light? Check out our webpage: http://www.seattle.gov/light/ .
May 03, 2019
Full time
Position Description
Seattle City Light was created by the residents of Seattle in 1902 to provide affordable, reliable, and environmentally sound electric power to homes and businesses in the City of Seattle and neighboring suburbs. Owned by the community it serves, City Light is the nation's 10th largest municipally owned electric utility, serving 450,000 customers, and is a nationally recognized leader in energy efficiency, renewable resource development, and environmental stewardship.
City Light's business environment is changing rapidly in response to the convergence of policy, technology, and customer trends that are driving toward a cleaner more decentralized energy system. With its carbon neutral generation system and 40-year history of delivering energy efficiency and renewable energy solutions to customers at scale, City Light is poised to lead the community toward a decarbonized future.
The Utility's Customer Energy Solutions Division works with residential, business, and institutional customers to evaluate and adopt an ever-expanding array of clean energy choices to meet their cost, convenience, productivity and sustainability goals. Building on its legacy of leadership in energy efficiency, the Division is expanding its program and service offerings to enable and promote:
Deeper energy efficiency in buildings.
Electrification of vehicles and transportation.
Building electrification.
Rooftop solar adoption.
Onsite battery storage.
Customer renewable energy purchases.
Job Responsibilities
The Division is hiring a Business Energy Solutions Manager to oversee the delivery of clean energy programs and services to the utility's business and institutional customers. As a direct report to the Director of Customer Energy Solutions, the position will lead a team of 25 dynamic, customer focused energy management analysts to help businesses and institutions evaluate and adopt a wide range of carbon free energy choices, including energy efficiency, building electrification, solar energy and renewable power purchases. The team is responsible for customer outreach and engagement; project evaluation, origination and facilitation, and program implementation services. In a typical year, the project development team will develop and manage several hundred customer energy management projects. Planning and execution will focus on providing outstanding customer service, innovative but practical solutions, and technical excellence. With an annual budget of approximately $18 million, the Manager is accountable for ensuring program and customer experience goals are met, while prudently managing financial and human resources. This position provides management oversight and responsibility for supervision, workload planning and assignments, staff development and performance management. The Manager will also serve as a member of the CES leadership team, collaborating with other Division leaders on strategy and portfolio management decisions. The manager will also champion staff participation in cross-functional teams focusing on strategy, program design, continuous process improvement, and workplace culture.
Additional Job Responsibilities:
Oversee the implementation of commercial and industrial programs and services that provide technical assistance and financial incentives to customers, developers, building owners and trade allies to install energy efficient technologies and measures in existing or new facilities.
Sponsor project development staff participation on strategy and program design teams to assure that the program offerings align with customer needs, market opportunities, and technology trends.
Collaborate with the Account Executive team to develop and implement strategic account plans and energy solution strategies for key accounts and customer segments.
Provide technical advice and recommendations on energy efficiency, electrification and distributed generation potential in existing and new commercial buildings. Provide input at the State and regional levels regarding regulation, codes and guidelines for existing and new commercial buildings.
Define and create operational performance metrics, develop and administer forecasting and project management tools that address cost, energy savings, cycle time, and customer satisfaction.
Establish and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders and organizations. Represent the City, City Light and CES with external and internal constituencies. Diffuses problems using creativity, tact and influencing skills
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, Sustainable Resource Development; or Environmental or Physical Sciences; or related field (other combinations of education, training and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis for comparability). Experience: 6 or more years of progressively responsible experience in managing the design and or delivery of customer focused energy programs or consulting services, including 2 years as a manager or supervisor (or combination of education and relevant work experience, which provides an equivalent background required to perform this body of work). Certification/License: Valid Washington State Driver's License and Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or Certified Energy Manager (CEM). Desired Qualifications: In addition to the professional experience of the successful candidate, key leadership values, attributes, and competencies will also be assessed:
Advanced knowledge and experience with energy analysis and utilization concepts as they relate to commercial and industrial buildings, equipment, or processes .
Substantial professional experience leading energy management consulting services, projects, programs or technical teams. Functional expertise in customer outreach and engagement; project development, facilitation and or financing, and measurement and verification.
Demonstrated accomplishment or expertise in clean technologies including accountability for commercial or industrial programs or projects involving at least one or more of the following:
Energy efficiency
Demand response
Distributed generation
Smart buildings
Energy storage
Efficient Electrification
A Certified Measurement and Verification Professional (CMVP)
Demonstrated commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of employees and the general public. Works proactively to reduce workplace hazards, prevent accidents and provide safety training and resources for employees.
A people first leader who focuses on the growth and well-being of customers and employees. Collaborative, empathetic leader who puts the needs of others first and empowers team members to do their best work.
Possesses a keen sense of integrity and honesty. Understands trust is essential to building credibility and support within and outside the organization.
Holds self and team accountable for performance on commitments by aligning actions with words. Establishes clear performance metrics and measures performance against goals.
Demonstrates commitment to robust and clear communications both internally and externally. Encourages feedback and listens; Admits and learns from mistakes. Fosters an environment of transparency.
Strong emotional intelligence, and the ability to listen, reflect, mentor and coach. Effectively manages interpersonal and ideological conflict through direct, respectful communication.
Demonstrated commitment to workforce equity and a healthy workplace culture. Fosters a fair, respectful and caring work environment that values the contributions and differences of each person and each job function.
Inspires and motivates team members to continuously learn, improve individual and organizational capabilities and processes, pursue new ideas and approaches, and realize creative solutions.
Encourages and supports cross functional collaboration. Builds effective working relationships across the organization.
Bold commitment to environmental and economic equity in the delivery of services. Promotes solutions that are inclusive and innovative.
Additional Information
Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process including the completion of a background check which includes criminal history and driving history review. Want to know more about Seattle City Light? Check out our webpage: http://www.seattle.gov/light/ .
Description
The City of Cupertino is committed to environmental sustainability, both community-wide and in our own operations. Sustainability is a key element of the City's General Plan and Climate Action Plan that lays out the specific steps for achieving aggressive greenhouse gas reduction goals. The Sustainability Manager oversees the sustainability division located within the City Manager's Office. The ideal candidate will be a highly collaborative, innovative and creative individual with the drive and commitment to foster positive change to make the city of Cupertino world class in its pursuit of Climate Action Plan (CAP) implementation and greenhouse gas reduction goals.
Essential Duties
Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job. Coordinate sustainability activities among internal departments, external agencies and community organizations City-wide. Organize and support the sustainability commission. Serve as technical resource on sustainability initiatives, policies and programs. Work with City departments to establish sustainable practices applicable to their respective functions and implementation of municipal measures in CAP. Keep City current on Federal, State and local legislation affecting sustainability programs and projects, and analyze implications of new regulations and requirements. Evaluate proposed sustainability measures to prioritize investment through life cycle and cost/benefit analysis or other applicable metrics prior to implementation. Develop and implement mechanisms to track progress in achieving environmental sustainable goals and objectives. Research, seek out and write grant applications to implement CAP goals. Act as a City representative on sustainability topics to private organizations and other government agencies. Make presentations to Council, Commissions, other City departments and applicable outside organizations. Prepare reports, correspondence, spreadsheets and PowerPoint presentations using a computer. Designs sustainable impact programs and present information to the public
Qualifications
Knowledge of: Management principles and techniques. Procedures for planning and coordinating community-wide sustainability and climate programs. Principles and practices of public administration. Budget preparation and administration. Federal, State and local laws, regulations and ordinances. Sustainable development programs. Environmental education, technical research and report/grant writing abilities. Ability to: Develop, plan and coordinate community facing programs, and climate action plan implementation. Ability to interpret and explain technical and/or complex policies and programs with clarity to a variety of audiences; Conduct budget analysis and cost benefit analysis Demonstrate competency in facilitating groups, meeting management and consensus-based decision making Prepare public information materials and information for print and web Use computer and specialized software. Education and Experience Three years of progressively responsible experience in a related field; graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in environmental science, engineering, economics, urban planning or other pertinent field. Demonstrated progressive responsibility directly related to climate plans and/or developing environmental sustainability programs is highly desirable. Licenses and Certifications Possession of or ability to obtain and maintain a valid California Class C driver's license.
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May 01, 2019
Full time
Description
The City of Cupertino is committed to environmental sustainability, both community-wide and in our own operations. Sustainability is a key element of the City's General Plan and Climate Action Plan that lays out the specific steps for achieving aggressive greenhouse gas reduction goals. The Sustainability Manager oversees the sustainability division located within the City Manager's Office. The ideal candidate will be a highly collaborative, innovative and creative individual with the drive and commitment to foster positive change to make the city of Cupertino world class in its pursuit of Climate Action Plan (CAP) implementation and greenhouse gas reduction goals.
Essential Duties
Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job. Coordinate sustainability activities among internal departments, external agencies and community organizations City-wide. Organize and support the sustainability commission. Serve as technical resource on sustainability initiatives, policies and programs. Work with City departments to establish sustainable practices applicable to their respective functions and implementation of municipal measures in CAP. Keep City current on Federal, State and local legislation affecting sustainability programs and projects, and analyze implications of new regulations and requirements. Evaluate proposed sustainability measures to prioritize investment through life cycle and cost/benefit analysis or other applicable metrics prior to implementation. Develop and implement mechanisms to track progress in achieving environmental sustainable goals and objectives. Research, seek out and write grant applications to implement CAP goals. Act as a City representative on sustainability topics to private organizations and other government agencies. Make presentations to Council, Commissions, other City departments and applicable outside organizations. Prepare reports, correspondence, spreadsheets and PowerPoint presentations using a computer. Designs sustainable impact programs and present information to the public
Qualifications
Knowledge of: Management principles and techniques. Procedures for planning and coordinating community-wide sustainability and climate programs. Principles and practices of public administration. Budget preparation and administration. Federal, State and local laws, regulations and ordinances. Sustainable development programs. Environmental education, technical research and report/grant writing abilities. Ability to: Develop, plan and coordinate community facing programs, and climate action plan implementation. Ability to interpret and explain technical and/or complex policies and programs with clarity to a variety of audiences; Conduct budget analysis and cost benefit analysis Demonstrate competency in facilitating groups, meeting management and consensus-based decision making Prepare public information materials and information for print and web Use computer and specialized software. Education and Experience Three years of progressively responsible experience in a related field; graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in environmental science, engineering, economics, urban planning or other pertinent field. Demonstrated progressive responsibility directly related to climate plans and/or developing environmental sustainability programs is highly desirable. Licenses and Certifications Possession of or ability to obtain and maintain a valid California Class C driver's license.
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Administrative Assistant to Vice Presidents
Organization
Ceres is a sustainability nonprofit organization leading the most influential investors and companies to build leadership and drive solutions throughout the economy. Through our powerful networks and advocacy, we tackle the world’s biggest sustainability challenges, including climate change, water scarcity and pollution, and human rights abuses. For more information about Ceres, please visit our web site ( www.ceres.org ).
Description & Responsibilities
The Assistant will support two of the four Vice Presidents who serve on the Program Management Team. This critical role provides administrative and logistical support and assists with internal and external communications for the Vice Presidents. This opening is designed for an extremely organized, self-starter who has a demonstrated track record of successfully working with senior staff. The position reports to two Vice Presidents and is based in Boston, MA. Specific duties include, but are not limited to the following:
Provide administrative and logistical support to Vice Presidents
Prepare VPs for internal and external meetings ensuring materials are available or prepared for presentations
Book travel and draft trip itineraries for VPs
Manage calendars and prioritize meetings for VPs
Process expense reports, reimbursements, and other finance-related administrative duties
Track outreach to constituents and funders and update database with activity
Attend internal and external meetings in order to take notes, compile meeting minutes and produce next steps for meeting attendees
Provide writing support on communications to external partners
Assist with planning, coordination and logistics for Department meetings and events, including side meetings at the Ceres annual conference or team retreats
Work closely with other Assistants to assure coordination and alignment across Ceres
Complete other administrative projects as assigned by Vice Presidents
Qualifications
Minimum of four years of relevant work experience supporting a senior staff member
Sound judgment, sensitivity to diverse constituencies, excellent interpersonal skills, strong initiative and motivation
Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail required.
Successful record of organizing and advancing multiple projects and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Familiar with sustainability issues such as climate change, water risks, deforestation, etc., a plus
Strong writing skills to develop correspondence on behalf of senior staff members.
Strong oral skills
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Proficient with word-processing, spreadsheet, presentation, database, and e-mail applications
Familiarity with a CRM Database (such as Salesforce), a plus.
How to Apply
We encourage all applicants to review our website to familiarize themselves with Ceres before applying: www.ceres.org . If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a resume, cover letter, and a list of three references, as well as complete the additional information as instructed.
Ceres is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate against any individual based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status, disability, or any factors prohibited by applicable law.
Apr 30, 2019
Full time
Administrative Assistant to Vice Presidents
Organization
Ceres is a sustainability nonprofit organization leading the most influential investors and companies to build leadership and drive solutions throughout the economy. Through our powerful networks and advocacy, we tackle the world’s biggest sustainability challenges, including climate change, water scarcity and pollution, and human rights abuses. For more information about Ceres, please visit our web site ( www.ceres.org ).
Description & Responsibilities
The Assistant will support two of the four Vice Presidents who serve on the Program Management Team. This critical role provides administrative and logistical support and assists with internal and external communications for the Vice Presidents. This opening is designed for an extremely organized, self-starter who has a demonstrated track record of successfully working with senior staff. The position reports to two Vice Presidents and is based in Boston, MA. Specific duties include, but are not limited to the following:
Provide administrative and logistical support to Vice Presidents
Prepare VPs for internal and external meetings ensuring materials are available or prepared for presentations
Book travel and draft trip itineraries for VPs
Manage calendars and prioritize meetings for VPs
Process expense reports, reimbursements, and other finance-related administrative duties
Track outreach to constituents and funders and update database with activity
Attend internal and external meetings in order to take notes, compile meeting minutes and produce next steps for meeting attendees
Provide writing support on communications to external partners
Assist with planning, coordination and logistics for Department meetings and events, including side meetings at the Ceres annual conference or team retreats
Work closely with other Assistants to assure coordination and alignment across Ceres
Complete other administrative projects as assigned by Vice Presidents
Qualifications
Minimum of four years of relevant work experience supporting a senior staff member
Sound judgment, sensitivity to diverse constituencies, excellent interpersonal skills, strong initiative and motivation
Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail required.
Successful record of organizing and advancing multiple projects and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Familiar with sustainability issues such as climate change, water risks, deforestation, etc., a plus
Strong writing skills to develop correspondence on behalf of senior staff members.
Strong oral skills
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Proficient with word-processing, spreadsheet, presentation, database, and e-mail applications
Familiarity with a CRM Database (such as Salesforce), a plus.
How to Apply
We encourage all applicants to review our website to familiarize themselves with Ceres before applying: www.ceres.org . If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a resume, cover letter, and a list of three references, as well as complete the additional information as instructed.
Ceres is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate against any individual based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status, disability, or any factors prohibited by applicable law.
Location : Denver,CO; New Mexico; Texas (Flexible)
Context: Plans and implements the strategies and activities of the Beyond Dirty Fuels campaign to challenge the gas industry, specifically focused on fighting gas pipelines, as a means to building a movement to keep fossil fuels in the ground, combat climate change, and support the U.S. transition to clean energy.
Scope: The Senior Campaign Representative has overall program responsibility, and provides experienced leadership and strategic planning to challenge the rapidly expanding gas pipeline infrastructure in the U.S,. Coordinates with Sierra Club capacities, including communications, digital strategy, federal policy, organizing and chapters to ensure strategic alignment of the campaign goals and effective execution of the campaign plan. Manages and monitors campaign resources and expenses. Creates and executes campaign plans and revises as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements; Represents the Sierra Club to government officials, allies, the media, other organizations, and the public.
Job Activities:
Plans and carries out activities for the Beyond Dirty Fuels campaign. Participates in the development of a strategic campaign plan, goals and objectives including development and support of strong, diverse grassroots network to achieve Beyond Dirty Fuels goals related to challenging the gas industry and promoting clean energy. Coordinates the campaign and appropriate national staff (including communications, digital, organizing, legal, advancement, federal policy and other staff), regional and Chapter staff, allies and volunteer entities to plan and implement campaigns to achieve results.
In collaboration with the Sierra Club stakeholders listed above, engages key players in the fracking and climate movements, elected and appointed decision makers and their influencers to assure advancement of Sierra Club’s priorities.
Monitors, analyzes, and evaluates policies, initiatives and new developments around gas pipeline issues at the community, state and national levels.
Supports and provides senior level professional expertise to staff and volunteers, and partners.
Works to develop and ensure that volunteers assume meaningful roles in the campaign.
Helps the Beyond Dirty Fuels and Our Wild America Campaigns embody a culture of justice, equity and inclusion by designing and implementing campaign plans and standard practices with these values at their core.
In coordination with Communications Department, serves as Sierra Club spokesperson to media outlets and promotes media exposure for front-line communities and volunteers. Writes, edits, and reviews educational and advocacy materials.
Represents the Sierra Club to the general public and to strategic allies.
In coordination with Advancement Department, assists with donor communications, cultivation, and solicitation.
Reports on progress toward established goals and the effectiveness of campaign strategies.
Introduces creative ideas and approaches for consideration.
Performs miscellaneous duties as directed.
Knowledge & Skills:
B.A./B.S. degree in Environmental Studies, Political Science, or a closely related field, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
3-5 years of experience as a campaigner or comparable position, which includes substantial experience planning and managing national or grassroots campaigns, including developing strategy, organizing, lobbying, media relations, and working with senior level leaders.
Proficient knowledge of the gas industry, its impacts on water, air, climate and communities, and the associated regulatory framework. Experience in the climate movement a plus. Experience with racial justice work a plus.
Excellent demonstrated written and oral communication skills. Demonstrated public speaking and media presentation ability.
Substantial experience and demonstrated ability and effectiveness working with volunteers and diverse partners.
Able to travel as needed; excellent computer skills.
Valid driver’s license, satisfactory driving record, and proof of auto insurance required.
This position is represented by a collective bargaining unit and is subject to the terms and conditions of the contract between Sierra Club and Progressive Workers Union. 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 3 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. *If you are applying for more than one position with us, please attach your job-specific cover letters in the 'Attachments' section
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Apr 29, 2019
Full time
Location : Denver,CO; New Mexico; Texas (Flexible)
Context: Plans and implements the strategies and activities of the Beyond Dirty Fuels campaign to challenge the gas industry, specifically focused on fighting gas pipelines, as a means to building a movement to keep fossil fuels in the ground, combat climate change, and support the U.S. transition to clean energy.
Scope: The Senior Campaign Representative has overall program responsibility, and provides experienced leadership and strategic planning to challenge the rapidly expanding gas pipeline infrastructure in the U.S,. Coordinates with Sierra Club capacities, including communications, digital strategy, federal policy, organizing and chapters to ensure strategic alignment of the campaign goals and effective execution of the campaign plan. Manages and monitors campaign resources and expenses. Creates and executes campaign plans and revises as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements; Represents the Sierra Club to government officials, allies, the media, other organizations, and the public.
Job Activities:
Plans and carries out activities for the Beyond Dirty Fuels campaign. Participates in the development of a strategic campaign plan, goals and objectives including development and support of strong, diverse grassroots network to achieve Beyond Dirty Fuels goals related to challenging the gas industry and promoting clean energy. Coordinates the campaign and appropriate national staff (including communications, digital, organizing, legal, advancement, federal policy and other staff), regional and Chapter staff, allies and volunteer entities to plan and implement campaigns to achieve results.
In collaboration with the Sierra Club stakeholders listed above, engages key players in the fracking and climate movements, elected and appointed decision makers and their influencers to assure advancement of Sierra Club’s priorities.
Monitors, analyzes, and evaluates policies, initiatives and new developments around gas pipeline issues at the community, state and national levels.
Supports and provides senior level professional expertise to staff and volunteers, and partners.
Works to develop and ensure that volunteers assume meaningful roles in the campaign.
Helps the Beyond Dirty Fuels and Our Wild America Campaigns embody a culture of justice, equity and inclusion by designing and implementing campaign plans and standard practices with these values at their core.
In coordination with Communications Department, serves as Sierra Club spokesperson to media outlets and promotes media exposure for front-line communities and volunteers. Writes, edits, and reviews educational and advocacy materials.
Represents the Sierra Club to the general public and to strategic allies.
In coordination with Advancement Department, assists with donor communications, cultivation, and solicitation.
Reports on progress toward established goals and the effectiveness of campaign strategies.
Introduces creative ideas and approaches for consideration.
Performs miscellaneous duties as directed.
Knowledge & Skills:
B.A./B.S. degree in Environmental Studies, Political Science, or a closely related field, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
3-5 years of experience as a campaigner or comparable position, which includes substantial experience planning and managing national or grassroots campaigns, including developing strategy, organizing, lobbying, media relations, and working with senior level leaders.
Proficient knowledge of the gas industry, its impacts on water, air, climate and communities, and the associated regulatory framework. Experience in the climate movement a plus. Experience with racial justice work a plus.
Excellent demonstrated written and oral communication skills. Demonstrated public speaking and media presentation ability.
Substantial experience and demonstrated ability and effectiveness working with volunteers and diverse partners.
Able to travel as needed; excellent computer skills.
Valid driver’s license, satisfactory driving record, and proof of auto insurance required.
This position is represented by a collective bargaining unit and is subject to the terms and conditions of the contract between Sierra Club and Progressive Workers Union. 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 3 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. *If you are applying for more than one position with us, please attach your job-specific cover letters in the 'Attachments' section
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Description
SALARY: $77,073.17 - $94,609.15 approximately per year The salary reflects the starting salary range for this position. Starting salary will depend upon qualifications. The top of the range for salary advancement is $112,147.23
NOTE: The County may provide reimbursement for reasonable relocation expenses, and at the discretion of the CEO, can provide flexible relocation assistance, student loan offsets and cash incentives.
ABOUT THE DIVISION: As part of the County of Santa Barbara's Community Services Department, the Sustainability Division collaborates across County departments and regionally to create opportunities that empower and connect people to enhance the environment and our quality of life. The division is guided by the County's Energy and Climate Action Plan, which seeks to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from County operations and community wide. For more, visit http://www.countyofsb.org/sustainability ABOUT THE POSITION: Under direction of the Sustainability Division Chief, the Climate Program Manager will oversee the implementation of and reporting on the County's Energy and Climate Action Plan, which seeks to reduce community-wide greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions to 15% below 2007 levels by 2020. This position will also be responsible for updating the plan to achieve a recently adopted, deeper GHG reduction target and help the community be more resilient to the local effects of climate change. Activities will include technical analysis and research, program management, stakeholder engagement, development and support of policy initiatives, and supervisory responsibilities. This position will include oversight of a team responsible for various components of implementation, as well as coordination with other departments and partners. This position will also be expected to seek and manage external funding sources in support of program goals and actions, and deliver presentations to County leadership and the public. The ideal candidate:
Strong technical knowledge of GHG accounting, climate action planning, emissions reduction strategies, and climate and community resiliency practices
Expertise in bringing diverse stakeholders together to solve seemingly intractable problems
Excellence in clear, well-documented, and transparent reporting of all aspects of climate action from budget and performance metrics to communication of outcomes
Experience quantifying and communicating the environmental, social, and economic benefits of sustainability
Familiarity with federal and state climate change policy and how to apply such policy locally
Extraordinary attention to detail, organizational abilities, and problem-solving skills
Self-motivated with strong project management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks and effectively manage competing deadlines
Experience leading and managing teams
Excellent interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build strong professional relationships
Ability to adapt to changing policy direction and funding source requirements
Examples of Duties
Lead and coordinate the implementation, monitoring of, and reporting on, the County's Energy and Climate Action Plan
Develop and implement a strategy for updating the Energy and Climate Action Plan by working collaboratively with other departmental and local government staff, community members, and other stakeholders as appropriate
Seek innovative and cutting-edge opportunities in climate action and sustainability development, reporting, and policy
Serve as a County spokesperson on climate planning and projects as well as department efforts
Develop/expand relationships with key partner agencies and organizations in the community to improve implementation of and updates to the Energy and Climate Action Plan
Set team/project goals and measurements; take full leadership responsibility for assigned teams and projects; obtain and deploy resources necessary to manage team/project; and assume full accountability for team/project outcomes
Develop and administer contracts and budgets in coordination with legal, procurement, and fiscal staff
Monitor related regulatory and legislative processes at local, state, and national level and propose options for engagement
Research, analyze, and apply for funding; identify revenue and partnership opportunities to support program area
Miscellaneous duties as assigned to meet department and program goals
Employment Standards
Possession of a bachelor's degree in sustainability, environmental science, environmental studies, earth sciences, public policy, or related field; AND
Two (2) years of professional experience in sustainability, environmental, or resource conservation field AND one (1) year of program management experience; OR
A combination of training, education, and experience that is equivalent to one of the employment standards listed above and that provides the required competencies.
Additional Qualifications: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License is required at the time of appointment. Independent travel throughout the county and state is required. Preferred Qualifications:
A master's degree in public administration, public policy, sustainability, or a related field
The County of Santa Barbara is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants. Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter listed on the job posting. We do require verification of needed accommodation from a professional source, such as a doctor or a learning institution. The County of Santa Barbara respects and values a diverse workforce and strongly promotes strategies and activities to recruit, develop and retain qualified persons of varied backgrounds, lifestyles, experiences and races. BENEFITS: The County of Santa Barbara offers generous benefits, please visit our website. http://cosb.countyofsb.org/hr/compsumm.aspx?id=11044
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Apr 26, 2019
Full time
Description
SALARY: $77,073.17 - $94,609.15 approximately per year The salary reflects the starting salary range for this position. Starting salary will depend upon qualifications. The top of the range for salary advancement is $112,147.23
NOTE: The County may provide reimbursement for reasonable relocation expenses, and at the discretion of the CEO, can provide flexible relocation assistance, student loan offsets and cash incentives.
ABOUT THE DIVISION: As part of the County of Santa Barbara's Community Services Department, the Sustainability Division collaborates across County departments and regionally to create opportunities that empower and connect people to enhance the environment and our quality of life. The division is guided by the County's Energy and Climate Action Plan, which seeks to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from County operations and community wide. For more, visit http://www.countyofsb.org/sustainability ABOUT THE POSITION: Under direction of the Sustainability Division Chief, the Climate Program Manager will oversee the implementation of and reporting on the County's Energy and Climate Action Plan, which seeks to reduce community-wide greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions to 15% below 2007 levels by 2020. This position will also be responsible for updating the plan to achieve a recently adopted, deeper GHG reduction target and help the community be more resilient to the local effects of climate change. Activities will include technical analysis and research, program management, stakeholder engagement, development and support of policy initiatives, and supervisory responsibilities. This position will include oversight of a team responsible for various components of implementation, as well as coordination with other departments and partners. This position will also be expected to seek and manage external funding sources in support of program goals and actions, and deliver presentations to County leadership and the public. The ideal candidate:
Strong technical knowledge of GHG accounting, climate action planning, emissions reduction strategies, and climate and community resiliency practices
Expertise in bringing diverse stakeholders together to solve seemingly intractable problems
Excellence in clear, well-documented, and transparent reporting of all aspects of climate action from budget and performance metrics to communication of outcomes
Experience quantifying and communicating the environmental, social, and economic benefits of sustainability
Familiarity with federal and state climate change policy and how to apply such policy locally
Extraordinary attention to detail, organizational abilities, and problem-solving skills
Self-motivated with strong project management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks and effectively manage competing deadlines
Experience leading and managing teams
Excellent interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build strong professional relationships
Ability to adapt to changing policy direction and funding source requirements
Examples of Duties
Lead and coordinate the implementation, monitoring of, and reporting on, the County's Energy and Climate Action Plan
Develop and implement a strategy for updating the Energy and Climate Action Plan by working collaboratively with other departmental and local government staff, community members, and other stakeholders as appropriate
Seek innovative and cutting-edge opportunities in climate action and sustainability development, reporting, and policy
Serve as a County spokesperson on climate planning and projects as well as department efforts
Develop/expand relationships with key partner agencies and organizations in the community to improve implementation of and updates to the Energy and Climate Action Plan
Set team/project goals and measurements; take full leadership responsibility for assigned teams and projects; obtain and deploy resources necessary to manage team/project; and assume full accountability for team/project outcomes
Develop and administer contracts and budgets in coordination with legal, procurement, and fiscal staff
Monitor related regulatory and legislative processes at local, state, and national level and propose options for engagement
Research, analyze, and apply for funding; identify revenue and partnership opportunities to support program area
Miscellaneous duties as assigned to meet department and program goals
Employment Standards
Possession of a bachelor's degree in sustainability, environmental science, environmental studies, earth sciences, public policy, or related field; AND
Two (2) years of professional experience in sustainability, environmental, or resource conservation field AND one (1) year of program management experience; OR
A combination of training, education, and experience that is equivalent to one of the employment standards listed above and that provides the required competencies.
Additional Qualifications: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License is required at the time of appointment. Independent travel throughout the county and state is required. Preferred Qualifications:
A master's degree in public administration, public policy, sustainability, or a related field
The County of Santa Barbara is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants. Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter listed on the job posting. We do require verification of needed accommodation from a professional source, such as a doctor or a learning institution. The County of Santa Barbara respects and values a diverse workforce and strongly promotes strategies and activities to recruit, develop and retain qualified persons of varied backgrounds, lifestyles, experiences and races. BENEFITS: The County of Santa Barbara offers generous benefits, please visit our website. http://cosb.countyofsb.org/hr/compsumm.aspx?id=11044
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