Puget Sound Clean Air Agency (Agency) is a special-purpose, regional municipal corporation in existence since 1967. Its mission is to “work together to clean the air we breathe and protect our climate through education, incentives and enforcement.” The Agency’s vision is for everyone, everywhere to breathe clean, healthy air all the time regardless of who they are, or where they live and to become the most climate-friendly region in the United States. In addition to reducing air pollution overall, the Agency focuses on equity to ensure that nobody is more at risk because of where they live or their socio-economic status.
The Agency’s jurisdiction covers King, Kitsap, Pierce and Snohomish counties, home to over 4 million people, over half of Washington State’s population. The Agency works in partnership with federal, state and local agencies and an array of private and non-profit organizations to protect public health, improve neighborhood air quality and reduce the region’s contribution to climate change. This work is guided by the Agency’s commitment to following mandates in the federal Clean Air Act and the Washington Clean Air Act, adopting and enforcing air quality regulations, monitoring air pollution, sponsoring voluntary initiatives and educating people and businesses about clean-air and climate-friendly choices.
The Air Quality Programs Division Director is instrumental in meeting the on-going objectives of the Agency and leads the Agency’s efforts to reduce the single largest source of conventional and climate pollutants: transportation. The Director will serve as part of the executive team of the organization that works closely with federal, state and local jurisdictions in advancing the goals of the Agency. The successful candidate will have the following qualifications and experiences:
A demonstrated record of executive-level program management with knowledge of federal and state air quality issues and policies as well as strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
A commitment to creative, problem-solving through teamwork and professionalism, outstanding supervisory and administrative skills and highly developed interpersonal and oral/written communication skills.
A participatory leadership style and ability to initiate and provide strong visioning in assisting the Agency to identify, analyze and thoroughly deliberate and address policy questions which are critical to meeting the purpose and objectives of the organization.
A Master’s degree or equivalent from an accredited institution of higher education in a relevant field of study and at least five years in a senior leadership role within a substantial and complex advocacy organization, government agency or for-profit corporation that involves leading a scientific staff and managing significant funds.
Demonstrated experience in public health, policy or administration, physical sciences or engineering is preferred.
The starting salary range is $129,000 - $159,000 with an excellent benefits package. Apply online to www.govhrusa.com/career-center/ with resume, cover letter and contract information for three professional references by September 7, 2018 to the attention of Sarah McKee, Vice-President, GovHRUSA, 630 Dundee Road #130, Northbrook, IL 60062 Tel: (847) 380-3240.
Click HERE to apply!!
Aug 13, 2018
Full time
Puget Sound Clean Air Agency (Agency) is a special-purpose, regional municipal corporation in existence since 1967. Its mission is to “work together to clean the air we breathe and protect our climate through education, incentives and enforcement.” The Agency’s vision is for everyone, everywhere to breathe clean, healthy air all the time regardless of who they are, or where they live and to become the most climate-friendly region in the United States. In addition to reducing air pollution overall, the Agency focuses on equity to ensure that nobody is more at risk because of where they live or their socio-economic status.
The Agency’s jurisdiction covers King, Kitsap, Pierce and Snohomish counties, home to over 4 million people, over half of Washington State’s population. The Agency works in partnership with federal, state and local agencies and an array of private and non-profit organizations to protect public health, improve neighborhood air quality and reduce the region’s contribution to climate change. This work is guided by the Agency’s commitment to following mandates in the federal Clean Air Act and the Washington Clean Air Act, adopting and enforcing air quality regulations, monitoring air pollution, sponsoring voluntary initiatives and educating people and businesses about clean-air and climate-friendly choices.
The Air Quality Programs Division Director is instrumental in meeting the on-going objectives of the Agency and leads the Agency’s efforts to reduce the single largest source of conventional and climate pollutants: transportation. The Director will serve as part of the executive team of the organization that works closely with federal, state and local jurisdictions in advancing the goals of the Agency. The successful candidate will have the following qualifications and experiences:
A demonstrated record of executive-level program management with knowledge of federal and state air quality issues and policies as well as strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
A commitment to creative, problem-solving through teamwork and professionalism, outstanding supervisory and administrative skills and highly developed interpersonal and oral/written communication skills.
A participatory leadership style and ability to initiate and provide strong visioning in assisting the Agency to identify, analyze and thoroughly deliberate and address policy questions which are critical to meeting the purpose and objectives of the organization.
A Master’s degree or equivalent from an accredited institution of higher education in a relevant field of study and at least five years in a senior leadership role within a substantial and complex advocacy organization, government agency or for-profit corporation that involves leading a scientific staff and managing significant funds.
Demonstrated experience in public health, policy or administration, physical sciences or engineering is preferred.
The starting salary range is $129,000 - $159,000 with an excellent benefits package. Apply online to www.govhrusa.com/career-center/ with resume, cover letter and contract information for three professional references by September 7, 2018 to the attention of Sarah McKee, Vice-President, GovHRUSA, 630 Dundee Road #130, Northbrook, IL 60062 Tel: (847) 380-3240.
Click HERE to apply!!
Save the Redwoods League is looking for an experienced Director of Parks and Public Engagement who will supervise a multi-disciplinary team and will create and implement strategies to connect people to the peace and beauty of the California redwoods through a network of world-class parks and redwood education/interpretation programs.
Since 1918, Save the Redwoods League has worked to protect and restore redwood forests and connect people to their peace and beauty. We have improved access to parkland and helped create parks and reserves that have touched the lives of millions of people from around the world.
The League is an established conservation leader that utilizes sound science and cutting edge conservation tools to ensure that California's unique redwood forests exist for millennia more. Visit www.SaveTheRedwoods.org to learn more.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS:
Public Engagement:
Advances Save the Redwoods League strategies to transform public access and interpretation in redwood parks to inspire visitation and attract new audiences
Develops partnerships with key museums and other educational and interpretive institutions; promotes opportunities for raising awareness about redwood conservation and opportunities for the public to engage first-hand with redwood parks
Creates signature redwood park destinations in select geographies
Upgrades recreational, educational and interpretive infrastructure in redwood parks
Raises awareness and understanding of redwood forests through redwood parks promotional campaigns; partners with schools and environmental education and interpretive centers to develop and implement redwood focused programs
Provides staff support to the League’s Education Committee and Connect Task Force
Parks Engagement:
Cultivates partnerships with park agencies and educational institutions; creates opportunities to build and sustain the portfolio of public engagement activities
Works with the Director of Science; tracks public access and forest health metrics in redwood parks and reserves to ensure the League promotes an appropriate balance of excellent visitor experiences and natural resource protection
Program Management:
Leads the Education and Interpretation program; develops, promotes, and implements best practices in redwood education and interpretation programming
Ensures that redwood information is consistently presented in an accurate, relevant, and engaging way
Leads the Parks Program; enhances the redwood park visitor experience in select locations in ways that complement the League’s Protect and Restore strategies; enhances redwood park portals critical to Californians
Internal Collaboration:
Works closely with the Chief Program Officer, Chief Communications Officer, and Program Managers to assess current programs and develop new programs to advance the Leagues goals and strategies
Leads a cross-disciplinary team to implement recreational infrastructure, interpretation, and educational programs in parks; recruits, develops, coaches, and empowers parks, education, and interpretation program staff
QUALIFICATIONS:
Master’s degree in a related field, MBA, or equivalent experience required
Passion for redwoods conservation and the mission of the League; alignment with the League’s pragmatic, non-confrontational approach to conservation
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in one or more of the following:
Leading successful public engagement and program promotion efforts, diversity and inclusion outreach, and program evaluation;
Parks improvement planning and project management;
Developing and managing effective park interpretation and environmental education programs.
Strong supervisory and team management experience: ability to motivate, lead, set objectives, and manage performance of an experienced multi-disciplinary team
Demonstrated record of accomplishment initiating, structuring and executing complex, high profile and sensitive projects involving numerous agencies, organizational partners and other stakeholders
Creative and strategic thinker, with proven ability to assemble, assess and organize information, conduct analyses, structure solutions, and propose and implement recommendations.
Exceptional collaboration and inter-personal skills; politically savvy and adept at negotiating varied relationships and successfully facilitating inter-group collaboration, cooperation, and coordination
Proactive, well-organized, self-directed, with a positive attitude and demonstrated ability to manage change, thrive in a fast-paced environment, deal with ambiguity, prioritize multiple projects, and deliver results
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; proficient at presenting information, including ecological concepts, to general audiences
Highly skilled MS Office Suite user, comfortable adopting evolving office technologies
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT:
Frequent travel within California
Some weekend and evening responsibilities
Valid driver’s license and safe driving record
Regularly sits or stands at a desk or computer workstation
Frequently moves about the office to collaborate with colleagues
Occasionally required to hike through forest land while working off-site, including walking on uneven ground, climbing over obstacles, and accessing remote locations
Occasionally lifts, carries or otherwise moves and positions objects weighing up to 30 pounds
We provide excellent benefits including paid vacation, sick time, medical, dental, transit benefits, life insurance and a generous 401K!
To be considered, your full application must include the following:
A cover letter addressing why you are a great fit for this role
A résumé that details your relevant experience
Salary expectations
TO APPLY: Email the above documents to jobs@SaveTheRedwoods.org with the subject heading "Director of Parks and Public Engagement"
NO CALLS PLEASE. . .we are busy protecting redwoods. THANK YOU!
Save the Redwoods League is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Aug 10, 2018
Full time
Save the Redwoods League is looking for an experienced Director of Parks and Public Engagement who will supervise a multi-disciplinary team and will create and implement strategies to connect people to the peace and beauty of the California redwoods through a network of world-class parks and redwood education/interpretation programs.
Since 1918, Save the Redwoods League has worked to protect and restore redwood forests and connect people to their peace and beauty. We have improved access to parkland and helped create parks and reserves that have touched the lives of millions of people from around the world.
The League is an established conservation leader that utilizes sound science and cutting edge conservation tools to ensure that California's unique redwood forests exist for millennia more. Visit www.SaveTheRedwoods.org to learn more.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS:
Public Engagement:
Advances Save the Redwoods League strategies to transform public access and interpretation in redwood parks to inspire visitation and attract new audiences
Develops partnerships with key museums and other educational and interpretive institutions; promotes opportunities for raising awareness about redwood conservation and opportunities for the public to engage first-hand with redwood parks
Creates signature redwood park destinations in select geographies
Upgrades recreational, educational and interpretive infrastructure in redwood parks
Raises awareness and understanding of redwood forests through redwood parks promotional campaigns; partners with schools and environmental education and interpretive centers to develop and implement redwood focused programs
Provides staff support to the League’s Education Committee and Connect Task Force
Parks Engagement:
Cultivates partnerships with park agencies and educational institutions; creates opportunities to build and sustain the portfolio of public engagement activities
Works with the Director of Science; tracks public access and forest health metrics in redwood parks and reserves to ensure the League promotes an appropriate balance of excellent visitor experiences and natural resource protection
Program Management:
Leads the Education and Interpretation program; develops, promotes, and implements best practices in redwood education and interpretation programming
Ensures that redwood information is consistently presented in an accurate, relevant, and engaging way
Leads the Parks Program; enhances the redwood park visitor experience in select locations in ways that complement the League’s Protect and Restore strategies; enhances redwood park portals critical to Californians
Internal Collaboration:
Works closely with the Chief Program Officer, Chief Communications Officer, and Program Managers to assess current programs and develop new programs to advance the Leagues goals and strategies
Leads a cross-disciplinary team to implement recreational infrastructure, interpretation, and educational programs in parks; recruits, develops, coaches, and empowers parks, education, and interpretation program staff
QUALIFICATIONS:
Master’s degree in a related field, MBA, or equivalent experience required
Passion for redwoods conservation and the mission of the League; alignment with the League’s pragmatic, non-confrontational approach to conservation
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in one or more of the following:
Leading successful public engagement and program promotion efforts, diversity and inclusion outreach, and program evaluation;
Parks improvement planning and project management;
Developing and managing effective park interpretation and environmental education programs.
Strong supervisory and team management experience: ability to motivate, lead, set objectives, and manage performance of an experienced multi-disciplinary team
Demonstrated record of accomplishment initiating, structuring and executing complex, high profile and sensitive projects involving numerous agencies, organizational partners and other stakeholders
Creative and strategic thinker, with proven ability to assemble, assess and organize information, conduct analyses, structure solutions, and propose and implement recommendations.
Exceptional collaboration and inter-personal skills; politically savvy and adept at negotiating varied relationships and successfully facilitating inter-group collaboration, cooperation, and coordination
Proactive, well-organized, self-directed, with a positive attitude and demonstrated ability to manage change, thrive in a fast-paced environment, deal with ambiguity, prioritize multiple projects, and deliver results
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; proficient at presenting information, including ecological concepts, to general audiences
Highly skilled MS Office Suite user, comfortable adopting evolving office technologies
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT:
Frequent travel within California
Some weekend and evening responsibilities
Valid driver’s license and safe driving record
Regularly sits or stands at a desk or computer workstation
Frequently moves about the office to collaborate with colleagues
Occasionally required to hike through forest land while working off-site, including walking on uneven ground, climbing over obstacles, and accessing remote locations
Occasionally lifts, carries or otherwise moves and positions objects weighing up to 30 pounds
We provide excellent benefits including paid vacation, sick time, medical, dental, transit benefits, life insurance and a generous 401K!
To be considered, your full application must include the following:
A cover letter addressing why you are a great fit for this role
A résumé that details your relevant experience
Salary expectations
TO APPLY: Email the above documents to jobs@SaveTheRedwoods.org with the subject heading "Director of Parks and Public Engagement"
NO CALLS PLEASE. . .we are busy protecting redwoods. THANK YOU!
Save the Redwoods League is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Wild Salmon Center Job Announcement
Southwest Oregon Program Manager
Wild Salmon Center (WSC) is looking for a highly motivated person to manage our watershed planning and habitat restoration work in southwest Oregon. If you are interested in a fast-paced job working with a diverse group of dedicated partners to protect and restore some of the healthiest remaining wild salmon and steelhead watersheds in Oregon, we invite you to apply.
The Position
The Southwest Oregon Program Manager leads WSC’s conservation program in the south coast, Klamath-Siskiyou, and southern Cascade eco-regions. Project locations will include work in the Umpqua, Upper Rogue, and Upper Klamath river basins, as well as selected direct coastal tributaries south of the Umpqua River. The position will primarily focus on advancing watershed planning and habitat restoration priorities initiated under the organization’s Coastal Program. The position will be based in southwest Oregon and report to the Coastal Program Director in Portland, OR.
The Southwest Oregon Program Manager will be responsible for the ongoing development and implementation of the organization’s conservation work in the region. In the near term (2018-2021), the position will focus on an initiative that WSC is managing aimed at the recovery of coast coho in Oregon. Called the “Coast Coho Business Plan,” the program teams with regional conservation partnerships to prioritize and coordinate habitat protection and restoration projects benefitting independent populations of coast coho. In close partnership with a steering committee comprised of state and federal agency partners, WSC facilitates an 18-month prioritization process that generates a “Strategic Action Plan” (SAP) for population recovery. Upon completion of the plan, we work with public and private funders to finance implementation of the plan’s highest priority habitat protection and restoration projects.
In partnership with the Business Plan team and the Coast Program Director, this position will be responsible for the facilitation and production of selected plans, leveraging funding for implementation, and the management/oversight of sub-awards supporting locally-led project implementation.
In addition to these functions, the position will also be responsible for identifying long term conservation priorities and opportunities in the Southwest Oregon region and refining WSC’s role in the region as needs and opportunities arise.
Responsibilities. This position will work closely with the Coast Program Director to:
Produce the Upper Rogue and/or Coos River “SAPs”, which are currently under development and anticipated for publication in late 2019;
Partner with local teams to facilitate and develop the next round of SAPs that are tentatively planned in the region;
Leverage and coordinate funding for the implementation of high priority projects contained in the SAPs in current (Upper Rogue, Elk River) and future SAP watersheds;
Develop and administer sub-awards for habitat restoration project implementation in current and future SAP areas in SW Oregon;
Support the establishment of long term outcomes for the Program in the SW region and assist with the development and implementation of the Coast Program’s annual workplan and budget;
Build strategic relationships and partnerships with key regional stakeholders including Tribes, angling communities, community leaders, NGOs, and state and federal government leaders;
Identify priorities for policy and management reform in SW Oregon and promote wild fish conservation through the integration of new and existing science into management decision-making; and
In partnership with the WSC Development team, support fundraising activities to secure funding for the program; and
In partnership with the WSC Communications team, develop strategic communications and media plans to support and advance programmatic goals and initiatives.
Key Qualifications: Education, experience, and preferred skills
The desired candidate for this position will possess a far ranging understanding of wild salmon conservation needs in the region, including a thorough understanding of the watershed processes that generate healthy wild salmon habitats; the land use and management systems which can limit watershed health; and the habitat restoration and policy priorities needed to protect and restore wild salmon and steelhead strongholds in SW Oregon. Preferred qualifications include:
Four or more years of professional experience managing watershed planning and restoration projects in wild salmon ecosystems;
A B.S. in natural resource science or related field. A Masters degree in a natural science or related resource management /policy program may substitute for two years of experience;
Excellent written and verbal communications skills; an effective, diplomatic, and friendly communication style;
The discipline and commitment to be self-directed in the absence of day to day oversight; and
Flexibility to travel (mostly in-region; periodically out-of-state.)
The ideal candidate will also possess one or more of the following:
Experience facilitating group processes;
Experience with state/federal grant programs and grant-writing/reporting experience;
Experience in water management and/or policy;
GIS experience; and/or
Experience working in the SW Oregon region.
Hours of Work
This is a full-time regular position that is exempt from federal Fair Labor Standard Act overtime rules.
Location
This position will be located in Southwest Oregon.
Compensation
The compensation package includes a competitive salary and excellent fringe benefits including vacation, retirement plan match, medical and dental plan, life insurance and disability coverage. The Project Manager salary range minimum is $50,000, and the salary offered will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
To Apply
To apply for this position, please email resume and cover letter by September 7, 2018 to info@wildsalmoncenter.org .
Note: This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.
WILD SALMON CENTER IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Aug 08, 2018
Full time
Wild Salmon Center Job Announcement
Southwest Oregon Program Manager
Wild Salmon Center (WSC) is looking for a highly motivated person to manage our watershed planning and habitat restoration work in southwest Oregon. If you are interested in a fast-paced job working with a diverse group of dedicated partners to protect and restore some of the healthiest remaining wild salmon and steelhead watersheds in Oregon, we invite you to apply.
The Position
The Southwest Oregon Program Manager leads WSC’s conservation program in the south coast, Klamath-Siskiyou, and southern Cascade eco-regions. Project locations will include work in the Umpqua, Upper Rogue, and Upper Klamath river basins, as well as selected direct coastal tributaries south of the Umpqua River. The position will primarily focus on advancing watershed planning and habitat restoration priorities initiated under the organization’s Coastal Program. The position will be based in southwest Oregon and report to the Coastal Program Director in Portland, OR.
The Southwest Oregon Program Manager will be responsible for the ongoing development and implementation of the organization’s conservation work in the region. In the near term (2018-2021), the position will focus on an initiative that WSC is managing aimed at the recovery of coast coho in Oregon. Called the “Coast Coho Business Plan,” the program teams with regional conservation partnerships to prioritize and coordinate habitat protection and restoration projects benefitting independent populations of coast coho. In close partnership with a steering committee comprised of state and federal agency partners, WSC facilitates an 18-month prioritization process that generates a “Strategic Action Plan” (SAP) for population recovery. Upon completion of the plan, we work with public and private funders to finance implementation of the plan’s highest priority habitat protection and restoration projects.
In partnership with the Business Plan team and the Coast Program Director, this position will be responsible for the facilitation and production of selected plans, leveraging funding for implementation, and the management/oversight of sub-awards supporting locally-led project implementation.
In addition to these functions, the position will also be responsible for identifying long term conservation priorities and opportunities in the Southwest Oregon region and refining WSC’s role in the region as needs and opportunities arise.
Responsibilities. This position will work closely with the Coast Program Director to:
Produce the Upper Rogue and/or Coos River “SAPs”, which are currently under development and anticipated for publication in late 2019;
Partner with local teams to facilitate and develop the next round of SAPs that are tentatively planned in the region;
Leverage and coordinate funding for the implementation of high priority projects contained in the SAPs in current (Upper Rogue, Elk River) and future SAP watersheds;
Develop and administer sub-awards for habitat restoration project implementation in current and future SAP areas in SW Oregon;
Support the establishment of long term outcomes for the Program in the SW region and assist with the development and implementation of the Coast Program’s annual workplan and budget;
Build strategic relationships and partnerships with key regional stakeholders including Tribes, angling communities, community leaders, NGOs, and state and federal government leaders;
Identify priorities for policy and management reform in SW Oregon and promote wild fish conservation through the integration of new and existing science into management decision-making; and
In partnership with the WSC Development team, support fundraising activities to secure funding for the program; and
In partnership with the WSC Communications team, develop strategic communications and media plans to support and advance programmatic goals and initiatives.
Key Qualifications: Education, experience, and preferred skills
The desired candidate for this position will possess a far ranging understanding of wild salmon conservation needs in the region, including a thorough understanding of the watershed processes that generate healthy wild salmon habitats; the land use and management systems which can limit watershed health; and the habitat restoration and policy priorities needed to protect and restore wild salmon and steelhead strongholds in SW Oregon. Preferred qualifications include:
Four or more years of professional experience managing watershed planning and restoration projects in wild salmon ecosystems;
A B.S. in natural resource science or related field. A Masters degree in a natural science or related resource management /policy program may substitute for two years of experience;
Excellent written and verbal communications skills; an effective, diplomatic, and friendly communication style;
The discipline and commitment to be self-directed in the absence of day to day oversight; and
Flexibility to travel (mostly in-region; periodically out-of-state.)
The ideal candidate will also possess one or more of the following:
Experience facilitating group processes;
Experience with state/federal grant programs and grant-writing/reporting experience;
Experience in water management and/or policy;
GIS experience; and/or
Experience working in the SW Oregon region.
Hours of Work
This is a full-time regular position that is exempt from federal Fair Labor Standard Act overtime rules.
Location
This position will be located in Southwest Oregon.
Compensation
The compensation package includes a competitive salary and excellent fringe benefits including vacation, retirement plan match, medical and dental plan, life insurance and disability coverage. The Project Manager salary range minimum is $50,000, and the salary offered will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
To Apply
To apply for this position, please email resume and cover letter by September 7, 2018 to info@wildsalmoncenter.org .
Note: This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.
WILD SALMON CENTER IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
At KLJ, we love engineering, moving forward, and bringing ideas to life. Our work is more than a project, it's a long-term solution for the communities in which we live and work. We are committed to providing an exceptional experience to our customers – every project, every time. We reimagine what projects can be through innovative planning, design, and support of infrastructure projects of all shapes and sizes. Join our team and reimagine what your career can be.
Internal Job ID: 18-0117; 18-0224
Position Purpose
Provide wetland delineations/stream assessment and botany/wildlife services, along with NEPA compliance and permitting for KLJ projects in designated region or area.
Essential Functions
Participate in and facilitate meetings with clients, stakeholders and the public
Responsible for reports, documents, permits and Quality Assurance and Quality Control review
Responsible for contracts, scope of services, schedules and budgets
Respond to RFPs and lead interviews
Instruct, train and mentor group members
Liaison between client, agencies and team members
Compliant with KLJ quality standards
Utilize effective written and oral communication
Responsibilities
May serve as a project or client manager
May assist with business development and marketing strategy
May have supervisory responsibilities for group members and support staff
May market to existing or potential clients and obtain work
Effectively deal with difficult situations and confrontation both internally and externally
Qualifications
A four year degree in Environmental studies or closely related field is required
Experience level is 4+
Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to operate motorized vehicles
Preferences:
Project management experience is preferred
GIS training is highly desired
6+ years of experience is desired
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.
The employee is regularly required to:
Sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl
Use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms
Talk or hear and communicate clearly
The employee must:
Be able to walk on uneven terrain up to ten miles per day
Frequently lift and move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 75 pounds
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Hours and Travel
This position requires the individual work 40+ hours per week with 70% of the time spent in the office and 30% in the field.
The salary for this position is expected to range from $62,370 to $76,230 depending on experience.
All applicants must be authorized to work in the US. KLJ does not sponsor applicants for employment-based visas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status
Aug 07, 2018
At KLJ, we love engineering, moving forward, and bringing ideas to life. Our work is more than a project, it's a long-term solution for the communities in which we live and work. We are committed to providing an exceptional experience to our customers – every project, every time. We reimagine what projects can be through innovative planning, design, and support of infrastructure projects of all shapes and sizes. Join our team and reimagine what your career can be.
Internal Job ID: 18-0117; 18-0224
Position Purpose
Provide wetland delineations/stream assessment and botany/wildlife services, along with NEPA compliance and permitting for KLJ projects in designated region or area.
Essential Functions
Participate in and facilitate meetings with clients, stakeholders and the public
Responsible for reports, documents, permits and Quality Assurance and Quality Control review
Responsible for contracts, scope of services, schedules and budgets
Respond to RFPs and lead interviews
Instruct, train and mentor group members
Liaison between client, agencies and team members
Compliant with KLJ quality standards
Utilize effective written and oral communication
Responsibilities
May serve as a project or client manager
May assist with business development and marketing strategy
May have supervisory responsibilities for group members and support staff
May market to existing or potential clients and obtain work
Effectively deal with difficult situations and confrontation both internally and externally
Qualifications
A four year degree in Environmental studies or closely related field is required
Experience level is 4+
Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to operate motorized vehicles
Preferences:
Project management experience is preferred
GIS training is highly desired
6+ years of experience is desired
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.
The employee is regularly required to:
Sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl
Use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms
Talk or hear and communicate clearly
The employee must:
Be able to walk on uneven terrain up to ten miles per day
Frequently lift and move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 75 pounds
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Hours and Travel
This position requires the individual work 40+ hours per week with 70% of the time spent in the office and 30% in the field.
The salary for this position is expected to range from $62,370 to $76,230 depending on experience.
All applicants must be authorized to work in the US. KLJ does not sponsor applicants for employment-based visas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status
Naturalists at Large
We use over 35 sites throughout California: Sequoia-Kings Canyon, Yosemite, Joshua Tree, Point Reyes, Pinnacles, Colorado River, Catalina Island, Coastal Redwoods, Santa Monica Mountains, Santa Cruz Mountains, and San Bernardino Mountains.
COMPANY DESCRIPTION:
Naturalists at Large is a leading outdoor and environmental education group in California. Since 1985, we have provided outdoor education programs for tens of thousands of students from over three hundred schools.
We pride ourselves on our ability to facilitate outdoor programs that are exciting and fun, while giving students an understanding of the beauty and diversity of our planet. We are committed to teaching people of all ages the skills to be at ease in the outdoors, and to come to a better understanding of the Western ecosystems: mountains, deserts, and seashores.
We use over 35 sites throughout California:
Sequoia-Kings Canyon, Yosemite, Joshua Tree, Point Reyes, Pinnacles, Colorado River, Catalina Island, Coastal Redwoods, Santa Monica Mountains, Santa Cruz Mountains, and San Bernardino Mountains.
RESPONSIBILITIES : Lead students in 1-6 day outdoor education programs for grades 4-12. Teach natural history, human history, environmental education, team building & a variety of outdoor skills: camping, hiking, canoeing, cross-country skiing, and backpacking. Assist specialists (rock climbing; ropes course; kayak/snorkel) with student instruction. All NAL employees are responsible for transporting themselves from site to site throughout California.
QUALIFICATIONS :
Previous Professional Experience working with youth in an outdoor setting.
Significant personal outdoor experience.
Group management, time management, and solid facilitation skills for team building and initiatives
Demonstrated leadership/facilitator skills and safety/risk management skills
4-year University Degree
Familiarity with academic outdoor programs and a variety of outdoor activities
Current Wilderness First Aid and CPR. (Wilderness First Responder or WEMT training is desirable). Please submit certification copies with application. On-Line certifications are NOT acceptable.
Satisfactory response from the California Livescan Fingerprinting process
AVAILABILITY : Fall season will run August 17-October 26 for new staff.
BENEFITS : Entry-level compensation is $107 per day. For an average 4-day program plus a staff preparation day the pay is $535 plus room (or tent space) and board during program. A variety of specialized training are offered to employees throughout the season. Pro purchase programs.
TO APPLY : Applications are available on our website at naturalistsatlarge.com. Return your application, cover letter and resume to Naturalists at Large at staffing@natsatlarge.com or PO Box 3517, Ventura, CA 93006. Phone interviews began in May and are on-going until positions are filled. For more information, call (805) 642-2692.
Naturalists at Large is “An Equal Opportunity Employer” –M/F/D/V
Aug 01, 2018
Seasonal
COMPANY DESCRIPTION:
Naturalists at Large is a leading outdoor and environmental education group in California. Since 1985, we have provided outdoor education programs for tens of thousands of students from over three hundred schools.
We pride ourselves on our ability to facilitate outdoor programs that are exciting and fun, while giving students an understanding of the beauty and diversity of our planet. We are committed to teaching people of all ages the skills to be at ease in the outdoors, and to come to a better understanding of the Western ecosystems: mountains, deserts, and seashores.
We use over 35 sites throughout California:
Sequoia-Kings Canyon, Yosemite, Joshua Tree, Point Reyes, Pinnacles, Colorado River, Catalina Island, Coastal Redwoods, Santa Monica Mountains, Santa Cruz Mountains, and San Bernardino Mountains.
RESPONSIBILITIES : Lead students in 1-6 day outdoor education programs for grades 4-12. Teach natural history, human history, environmental education, team building & a variety of outdoor skills: camping, hiking, canoeing, cross-country skiing, and backpacking. Assist specialists (rock climbing; ropes course; kayak/snorkel) with student instruction. All NAL employees are responsible for transporting themselves from site to site throughout California.
QUALIFICATIONS :
Previous Professional Experience working with youth in an outdoor setting.
Significant personal outdoor experience.
Group management, time management, and solid facilitation skills for team building and initiatives
Demonstrated leadership/facilitator skills and safety/risk management skills
4-year University Degree
Familiarity with academic outdoor programs and a variety of outdoor activities
Current Wilderness First Aid and CPR. (Wilderness First Responder or WEMT training is desirable). Please submit certification copies with application. On-Line certifications are NOT acceptable.
Satisfactory response from the California Livescan Fingerprinting process
AVAILABILITY : Fall season will run August 17-October 26 for new staff.
BENEFITS : Entry-level compensation is $107 per day. For an average 4-day program plus a staff preparation day the pay is $535 plus room (or tent space) and board during program. A variety of specialized training are offered to employees throughout the season. Pro purchase programs.
TO APPLY : Applications are available on our website at naturalistsatlarge.com. Return your application, cover letter and resume to Naturalists at Large at staffing@natsatlarge.com or PO Box 3517, Ventura, CA 93006. Phone interviews began in May and are on-going until positions are filled. For more information, call (805) 642-2692.
Naturalists at Large is “An Equal Opportunity Employer” –M/F/D/V
Tetra Tech Inc. is a leading provider of consulting, engineering, and technical services worldwide. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees—16,000 people working together across disciplines and time zones to provide smart, sustainable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in 400 locations around the world. We offer competitive compensation and benefits and are searching for innovative people to join our teams.
Tetra Tech, Inc is seeking an Air Quality Specialist to support our growing energy practice along the Front Range/Denver Colorado region. This practice includes fossil fuel, onshore and offshore wind, solar and electric power generation, transmission lines and substations, natural gas transmission pipelines (FERC and non-FERC regulated), compressor stations, and other energy related facilities.
This position will support air quality engineering, modeling, permitting, acoustical analysis and due diligence/compliance services for energy-related projects, with support occasionally provided to other projects requiring similar experience.
ESSENTIAL EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Possess a B.S. degree, a M.S. degree preferred, in an applicable field (i.e., engineering, meteorology, physics, environmental studies, or a closely related discipline)
2-4 years of professional experience
Experience with energy and/or industrial projects in conducting air quality engineering, modeling, permitting and compliance work
Possess familiarity with the Clean Air Act and implementing regulations, the USEPA air quality modeling guidelines and procedures, and other applicable environmental regulatory programs
Working knowledge of federal and state environmental legislations and negotiations relative to regulatory compliance and permitting is preferred
Possess the ability to handle multiple tasks, coordinate effectively with others, and work independently within a team
Strong computer skills are required as well as experience with USEPA air quality emission factors and dispersion models, including AERMOD
Experience with demographic databases and Environmental Justice analysis procedures preferred
Attention to detail and commitment to quality and professionalism are critical skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential
Knowledge and use of Microsoft Office Programs specifically use of Microsoft Excel spreadsheet functions
Possess familiarity with transactional due diligence review, including electronic records and data review
Knowledge and experience related to acoustical monitoring and analysis is a plus
Knowledge and experience related to oil and gas well development and midstream infrastructure is a plus
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and we do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, sexual orientation, or age.
If you are interested in joining our dynamic team, for immediate consideration please submit your resume to Tetra Tech, Inc. , at www.tetratech.com . Please mention the position you are applying for in your cover letter and include salary requirements. A Pre-employment drug screen is required.
Tetra Tech, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we value workplace diversity. We invite resumes from all interested parties including women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities. Please visit our website at www.tetratech.com to see the array of diverse services and exciting projects we are currently working on.
If you are disabled and need assistance with your job application process, please fax the position you are applying for to: (973) 630-8111.
Tetra Tech is an EOE AA/M/F/Vets/Disability employer. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans for available positions.
Jul 31, 2018
Full time
Tetra Tech Inc. is a leading provider of consulting, engineering, and technical services worldwide. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees—16,000 people working together across disciplines and time zones to provide smart, sustainable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in 400 locations around the world. We offer competitive compensation and benefits and are searching for innovative people to join our teams.
Tetra Tech, Inc is seeking an Air Quality Specialist to support our growing energy practice along the Front Range/Denver Colorado region. This practice includes fossil fuel, onshore and offshore wind, solar and electric power generation, transmission lines and substations, natural gas transmission pipelines (FERC and non-FERC regulated), compressor stations, and other energy related facilities.
This position will support air quality engineering, modeling, permitting, acoustical analysis and due diligence/compliance services for energy-related projects, with support occasionally provided to other projects requiring similar experience.
ESSENTIAL EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Possess a B.S. degree, a M.S. degree preferred, in an applicable field (i.e., engineering, meteorology, physics, environmental studies, or a closely related discipline)
2-4 years of professional experience
Experience with energy and/or industrial projects in conducting air quality engineering, modeling, permitting and compliance work
Possess familiarity with the Clean Air Act and implementing regulations, the USEPA air quality modeling guidelines and procedures, and other applicable environmental regulatory programs
Working knowledge of federal and state environmental legislations and negotiations relative to regulatory compliance and permitting is preferred
Possess the ability to handle multiple tasks, coordinate effectively with others, and work independently within a team
Strong computer skills are required as well as experience with USEPA air quality emission factors and dispersion models, including AERMOD
Experience with demographic databases and Environmental Justice analysis procedures preferred
Attention to detail and commitment to quality and professionalism are critical skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential
Knowledge and use of Microsoft Office Programs specifically use of Microsoft Excel spreadsheet functions
Possess familiarity with transactional due diligence review, including electronic records and data review
Knowledge and experience related to acoustical monitoring and analysis is a plus
Knowledge and experience related to oil and gas well development and midstream infrastructure is a plus
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and we do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, sexual orientation, or age.
If you are interested in joining our dynamic team, for immediate consideration please submit your resume to Tetra Tech, Inc. , at www.tetratech.com . Please mention the position you are applying for in your cover letter and include salary requirements. A Pre-employment drug screen is required.
Tetra Tech, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we value workplace diversity. We invite resumes from all interested parties including women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities. Please visit our website at www.tetratech.com to see the array of diverse services and exciting projects we are currently working on.
If you are disabled and need assistance with your job application process, please fax the position you are applying for to: (973) 630-8111.
Tetra Tech is an EOE AA/M/F/Vets/Disability employer. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans for available positions.
ABOUT THE POSITION
The Clark County District Attorney's Office invites you to apply for the position of Senior Attorney in our Civil Division. The Senior Attorney in this position will represent and advise the Clark County Department of Air Quality (DAQ) with a focus on the interpretation and enforcement of the federal Clean Air Act, NRS Chapter 445B and Clark County Air Quality Regulations. DAQ serves as the air pollution control agency for Clark County, Nevada ensuring that the region's air quality meets all local, state and federal standards. In addition, the Senior Attorney will work on contracts, other environmental legal issues, administrative proceedings, litigation, interpretation of federal, state and local laws applicable to DAQ operations, and drafting new DAQ rules and regulations. This position will be used to fill vacancies in the Civil division of the District Attorney's Office. This examination will establish an Open Competitive and Promotional list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by the Office of Human Resources.
Resume Requirement: In order to be considered for this recruitment, candidates are required to submit a resume at time of application. Candidates selected for an interview will be required to submit law school transcripts and a writing sample to the District Attorney's Office prior to interview.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education and Experience: Possession of a certificate of admission to the Bar of the State of Nevada and eligibility to practice law before the courts of the State of Nevada, AND eight (8) years of full-time experience in professional legal work related to the Clean Air Act and other environmental law, including four (4) years as a practicing attorney. If you do not currently hold a certificate of admission to the State of Nevada, you must hold a certificate of admission to the bar in another state and obtain a certificate of admission to the Bar of the State of Nevada within one (1) year from date of employment. 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 attached resume" on your application. Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon the results of a background investigation, which may include both a pre-and post-offer background check for positions within the District Attorney's Office. Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Plan, direct, coordinate, and review work of subordinate staff in the preparation of cases for hearings and/or trial; assure appropriate handling of cases and the provision of quality professional legal services. Supervise new attorneys; provide for appropriate training of attorneys; assign cases; review cases and settlement offers; evaluate staff performance. Provide assistance and advice to other attorneys with regard to issues in specified areas of expertise. In the District Attorney's Office, oversee cases and attorneys assigned to a team or unit; supervise and review the preparation and presentation of State's evidence in criminal and civil actions, and/or juvenile prosecution; counsel colleagues on legal strategies and legal issues; conduct preliminary evaluation of the case; review offer settlements. Personally direct and/or handle the investigation and prosecution of certain major criminal, key civil, or other high profile cases, to include legal arguments regarding merit; argue on behalf of the State against writs of habeas corpus, petition for post-conviction relief and motions to suppress evidence. Appear on behalf of the State in probation, revocation hearings and sanity hearings; prepare and supervise the preparation of legal briefs filed on behalf of the State. Present plea negotiations with opposing attorneys. Interview and advise complainants and witnesses in regard to prospective criminal or civil action. Confer with and advise County officials, employees, and representatives on legal questions; draft ordinances, resolutions and other legislative measures; represent the County in cases initiated by or against the County; confer with investigators regarding the collection of facts and evidence. In this Senior Attorney position, draft, review, edit and advise on air quality rules and regulations, Notices of Violation, and settlement agreements. Represent DAQ in settlement negotiations, administrative hearings and legal proceedings. In addition, maintain accurate records and files; prepare a variety of records and reports as assigned. Use standard office equipment, including a computer in the performance of the work. May drive a personal or County vehicle in the course of the work or be capable of arranging for transportation to off-site locations in order to attend meetings and conduct other legal business.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment, vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Stand for prolonged periods of time. Speak in a clear and comprehensible manner. Hear and respond to questions posed. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.
Closing 8/24/2018 5:01 PM Pacific
Jul 28, 2018
Full time
ABOUT THE POSITION
The Clark County District Attorney's Office invites you to apply for the position of Senior Attorney in our Civil Division. The Senior Attorney in this position will represent and advise the Clark County Department of Air Quality (DAQ) with a focus on the interpretation and enforcement of the federal Clean Air Act, NRS Chapter 445B and Clark County Air Quality Regulations. DAQ serves as the air pollution control agency for Clark County, Nevada ensuring that the region's air quality meets all local, state and federal standards. In addition, the Senior Attorney will work on contracts, other environmental legal issues, administrative proceedings, litigation, interpretation of federal, state and local laws applicable to DAQ operations, and drafting new DAQ rules and regulations. This position will be used to fill vacancies in the Civil division of the District Attorney's Office. This examination will establish an Open Competitive and Promotional list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by the Office of Human Resources.
Resume Requirement: In order to be considered for this recruitment, candidates are required to submit a resume at time of application. Candidates selected for an interview will be required to submit law school transcripts and a writing sample to the District Attorney's Office prior to interview.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education and Experience: Possession of a certificate of admission to the Bar of the State of Nevada and eligibility to practice law before the courts of the State of Nevada, AND eight (8) years of full-time experience in professional legal work related to the Clean Air Act and other environmental law, including four (4) years as a practicing attorney. If you do not currently hold a certificate of admission to the State of Nevada, you must hold a certificate of admission to the bar in another state and obtain a certificate of admission to the Bar of the State of Nevada within one (1) year from date of employment. 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 attached resume" on your application. Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon the results of a background investigation, which may include both a pre-and post-offer background check for positions within the District Attorney's Office. Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Plan, direct, coordinate, and review work of subordinate staff in the preparation of cases for hearings and/or trial; assure appropriate handling of cases and the provision of quality professional legal services. Supervise new attorneys; provide for appropriate training of attorneys; assign cases; review cases and settlement offers; evaluate staff performance. Provide assistance and advice to other attorneys with regard to issues in specified areas of expertise. In the District Attorney's Office, oversee cases and attorneys assigned to a team or unit; supervise and review the preparation and presentation of State's evidence in criminal and civil actions, and/or juvenile prosecution; counsel colleagues on legal strategies and legal issues; conduct preliminary evaluation of the case; review offer settlements. Personally direct and/or handle the investigation and prosecution of certain major criminal, key civil, or other high profile cases, to include legal arguments regarding merit; argue on behalf of the State against writs of habeas corpus, petition for post-conviction relief and motions to suppress evidence. Appear on behalf of the State in probation, revocation hearings and sanity hearings; prepare and supervise the preparation of legal briefs filed on behalf of the State. Present plea negotiations with opposing attorneys. Interview and advise complainants and witnesses in regard to prospective criminal or civil action. Confer with and advise County officials, employees, and representatives on legal questions; draft ordinances, resolutions and other legislative measures; represent the County in cases initiated by or against the County; confer with investigators regarding the collection of facts and evidence. In this Senior Attorney position, draft, review, edit and advise on air quality rules and regulations, Notices of Violation, and settlement agreements. Represent DAQ in settlement negotiations, administrative hearings and legal proceedings. In addition, maintain accurate records and files; prepare a variety of records and reports as assigned. Use standard office equipment, including a computer in the performance of the work. May drive a personal or County vehicle in the course of the work or be capable of arranging for transportation to off-site locations in order to attend meetings and conduct other legal business.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment, vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Stand for prolonged periods of time. Speak in a clear and comprehensible manner. Hear and respond to questions posed. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.
Closing 8/24/2018 5:01 PM Pacific
Position: Seeking an Associate with expertise in NEPA and environmental policy for employment in the District of Columbia office of a small environmental consulting firm. The Associate will consult primarily on the National Environmental Policy Act and related laws for clients in the federal government. This mid level position is expected to have experience in project management and be able to work independently with clients.
Work may include, but is not limited to:
• Management and development of EA/EIS documents; • Review of NEPA Documents for sufficiency; • Development of regulatory guidance and policy recommendations for federal clients; • Briefings for government officials and facilitation of project meetings; • Analysis of NEPA in the context of other issues including global climate change; • Proposal writing for NEPA and environmental policy projects; • Mentoring junior staff; • Public speaking engagements including training and federal conferences.
Qualifications: Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree in the environmental field or historic preservation field, a minimum of 5 years of experience, and have direct experience working with federal agencies on environmental issues. A thorough understanding of NEPA and associated federal laws and regulations is also required. Flood risk or climate resilience experience is a plus. Experience working with federal agencies such as BLM, EPA, FWS, FEMA and DOD preferred. Applicants should have at least a general understanding of federal contracting rules and requirements. Project management experience and the ability to manage a multidisciplinary team on multiple projects simultaneously is required. The successful applicant will have an interest in national environmental policy and the nexus of business, community, and environment. The office is often fast paced which will require the associate to be a highly motivated self starter with good communication skills, clear writing, and a high degree of organization.
Terms: This is a full-time position. Salary is dependent on experience. Travel may be required. Telework is allowed with supervisor’s approval. Applications: Please submit a resume and letter of interest addressed to info@clarkgroupllc.com. Position is open until filled although interested applicants are encouraged to apply by August 15th.
Jul 27, 2018
Full time
Position: Seeking an Associate with expertise in NEPA and environmental policy for employment in the District of Columbia office of a small environmental consulting firm. The Associate will consult primarily on the National Environmental Policy Act and related laws for clients in the federal government. This mid level position is expected to have experience in project management and be able to work independently with clients.
Work may include, but is not limited to:
• Management and development of EA/EIS documents; • Review of NEPA Documents for sufficiency; • Development of regulatory guidance and policy recommendations for federal clients; • Briefings for government officials and facilitation of project meetings; • Analysis of NEPA in the context of other issues including global climate change; • Proposal writing for NEPA and environmental policy projects; • Mentoring junior staff; • Public speaking engagements including training and federal conferences.
Qualifications: Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree in the environmental field or historic preservation field, a minimum of 5 years of experience, and have direct experience working with federal agencies on environmental issues. A thorough understanding of NEPA and associated federal laws and regulations is also required. Flood risk or climate resilience experience is a plus. Experience working with federal agencies such as BLM, EPA, FWS, FEMA and DOD preferred. Applicants should have at least a general understanding of federal contracting rules and requirements. Project management experience and the ability to manage a multidisciplinary team on multiple projects simultaneously is required. The successful applicant will have an interest in national environmental policy and the nexus of business, community, and environment. The office is often fast paced which will require the associate to be a highly motivated self starter with good communication skills, clear writing, and a high degree of organization.
Terms: This is a full-time position. Salary is dependent on experience. Travel may be required. Telework is allowed with supervisor’s approval. Applications: Please submit a resume and letter of interest addressed to info@clarkgroupllc.com. Position is open until filled although interested applicants are encouraged to apply by August 15th.
Exhibit Associate
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is empowered by its mission to inspire and educate all with the beauty and importance of plants; to advance sustainability and promote human and environmental well-being through action and research; and to celebrate its historic glasshouse.
Phipps is seeking a full-time Exhibit Associate to assist the Associate Director of Exhibits in creating and implementing seasonal flower shows, annual displays and gallery exhibitions, including the design and implementation of interactive displays and lighting displays. Responsibilities will include creating installation schedules, sourcing materials, fabricating horticultural props and display needs, and organizing props and materials. The Exhibit Associate will also assist with responding to marketing and media requests.
A bachelor’s degree in landscape design, horticulture or a related field is required, along with art/design experience. Knowledge of a vast plant palette and the ability to research the needs of individual crops and suggest suitable plants to add to displays are required. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a willingness to interact graciously with the general public are required. Evening and weekend work may be required. Phipps offers a competitive compensation package, strong benefits and unique atmosphere.
Qualified candidates should email a resume, cover letter and salary history to hr@phipps.conservatory.org or mail to Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Human Resources Department, One Schenley Park, Pittsburgh, PA 15213. No telephone calls, please.
For more information about Phipps, please visit our website: www.phipps.conservatory.org.
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is an equal opportunity employer.
Jul 23, 2018
Exhibit Associate
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is empowered by its mission to inspire and educate all with the beauty and importance of plants; to advance sustainability and promote human and environmental well-being through action and research; and to celebrate its historic glasshouse.
Phipps is seeking a full-time Exhibit Associate to assist the Associate Director of Exhibits in creating and implementing seasonal flower shows, annual displays and gallery exhibitions, including the design and implementation of interactive displays and lighting displays. Responsibilities will include creating installation schedules, sourcing materials, fabricating horticultural props and display needs, and organizing props and materials. The Exhibit Associate will also assist with responding to marketing and media requests.
A bachelor’s degree in landscape design, horticulture or a related field is required, along with art/design experience. Knowledge of a vast plant palette and the ability to research the needs of individual crops and suggest suitable plants to add to displays are required. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a willingness to interact graciously with the general public are required. Evening and weekend work may be required. Phipps offers a competitive compensation package, strong benefits and unique atmosphere.
Qualified candidates should email a resume, cover letter and salary history to hr@phipps.conservatory.org or mail to Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Human Resources Department, One Schenley Park, Pittsburgh, PA 15213. No telephone calls, please.
For more information about Phipps, please visit our website: www.phipps.conservatory.org.
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is an equal opportunity employer.
Position Overview
CALSTART has an immediate opening for a highly-motivated person to join our team as a Marketing and Outreach Project Manager. The ideal candidate will play an important role in supporting high impact clean transportation projects by overseeing the development and implementation of strategic marketing and outreach activities for the California Air Resources Board Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Program (HVIP). HVIP provides incentives to California fleets who purchase clean trucks and buses. HVIP is funded by the California Air Resources Board and administered by CALSTART. In this role, the Marketing and Outreach Project Manager will be responsible for industry engagement, marketing campaigns, communication development, and community outreach. The position will be based in the CALSTART solar-powered headquarters in Pasadena, California.
About CALSTART
CALSTART‘s mission is to improve air quality, combat climate change, strengthen the economy, and create jobs by growing the clean transportation technology industry. With more than 25 years of experience, CALSTART is recognized nationally and internationally as an effective industry catalyst organization. CALSTART’s member companies are diverse and include Tesla Motors, UPS, Ford, the Union of Concerned Scientists, Kenworth, General Motors, Southern California Gas and Southern California Edison. CALSTART focuses its work in four major initiatives: cars, buses, trucks (including non-road vehicles), and fuels. CALSTART advances each of these sectors by supporting technology development, assessing and validating new technologies and products, accelerating market growth by supporting clean vehicle incentive programs, providing policy guidance and implementation, and giving valued-added services to its member organizations. CALSTART is a national organization with multiple offices in several states. We believe now is our time and we are planning for growth. If you want a career where you are making a real impact and benefiting both society and the environment, you should consider coming to work for CALSTART.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate must have excellent communication and outreach skills and experience in developing and executing marketing strategies that inform targeted audiences, support meaningful engagement and result in successful program participation. The candidate will have strong interpersonal, written and spoken communication skills; experience in leading innovative educational and marketing programs; exceptional leadership in partnership development and team management; solid understanding of and experience with multimedia use for effective outreach; and proven track record of facilitating successful marketing and outreach campaigns and events.
CALSTART seeks a team member with a passion for the organization’s mission and for making a difference, who can anticipate and fulfill project partner needs, and supports an environment that promotes inclusiveness and team-building. Successful candidates must have a positive “can do” attitude and to learn and grow, and strive for excellence.
He or she will have the necessary skills to develop and implement a marketing and outreach strategy for HVIP and must be able to perform the following tasks with strong competency:
Lead development of marketing and outreach program to increase awareness, create HVIP brand recognition, collaborate with public and private partners on strategic outreach, facilitate multiple methods for industry engagement, conduct community outreach, and increase program participation through targeted fleet and dealership outreach;
Work with HVIP team to develop customized programs and strategies for various market segments for program participation;
Oversee the planning and execution of industry engagement and outreach events and workshops including content development; manufacturer, dealer and fleet participation; promotional material development; logistics; sponsorship; vendor displays; and ride and drive events;
Develop a state campaign with multiple stakeholders to conduct community outreach in disadvantaged communities, evaluate key community partners, identify community needs, develop targeted outreach materials, and engage local champions to support fleet participation;
Manage program communication development and key messaging including development of print collateral, including fact sheets, brochures, case studies, and pop-up banners; website content management; and ongoing information sharing through social media;
Build relationships and partnerships with participating manufacturers and dealerships to support program participation including development of marketing materials to support OEM and dealership marketing activities and collaboration in outreach events;
Oversee all press activities and program announcements by coordinating with key partners on press release development and publicity events;
Coordinate with HVIP outreach team to participate, present and exhibit at events;
Develop and manage HVIP calendar of events, select and prioritize participation in key industry events, and regularly update HVIP website to report on event participation and upcoming outreach activities; and
Develop and maintain a robust network and contact database of stakeholders including fleets, dealerships, industry associations, utilities, municipalities, air districts, community-based organizations, environmental organizations, and others.
Necessary Skills and Experience
The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree (preferably in Marketing, Advertising Communications, Journalism and/or Business Management) and at least 3 to 5 years of professional experience in education and outreach programs, marketing and campaign development, industry/business engagement, community outreach, content and collateral development, event planning, social media and website development/management. The candidate should have existing knowledge of and experience with environmental and energy issues and the transportation industry.
The candidate must have a high degree of proficiency in written and oral communications and must have the capability of presenting to and working with diverse stakeholder groups. The candidate must work well in a team environment, display personal initiative and be driven by a passion for the clean transportation industry. It is essential that the candidate be well organized and have strong project management capabilities. The candidate should be proficient in the Microsoft Office suite of applications, with a high degree of competence in Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Publisher. The candidate must also be able to demonstrate initiative, independently manage time, and multi-task in a deadline-oriented environment. A strong attention to detail will be required.
The ideal candidate should have the following experience.
Demonstrated experience in developing effective marketing strategies supporting a variety of methodologies (direct interpersonal outreach, print collateral & promotional communications, online communications via website, e-blast and webinars, etc.);
Proven track record of developing and building responsive HTML emails with persuasive and informational content to appeal to multiple stakeholders;
Ability to lead social media campaigns and content for Twitter and LinkedIn;
Proven ability to manage relationships with key trade associations, industry and non-profit organizations;
Proven track record and high proficiency in project management across various stages of project development and implementation (initiating, planning, execution, monitoring and completion);
Understanding of or interest in clean transportation, energy efficiency and sustainability;
Demonstrated development of strategic marketing, education and outreach plans.
Experience of marketing and conducting outreach to low income and disadvantaged communities;
Ability to think ahead, propose new ideas, take active steps in addressing challenges, and implementing new strategies/approaches to adapt to new/changing priorities;
Ability to engage and communicate tactfully and persuasively with a variety of stakeholders through oral and written communication methods;
Must be extremely detailed oriented and perform within project deadlines; and
Ability to take initiative, manage multiple tasks, and work in a fast pace business environment.
Additional Skills and Use of Tools
The following skills and knowledge of are highly preferred or would open additional opportunities. They will be viewed favorably and will provide an advantage:
Experience with Eloqua, Marketo, Pardot, Exact Target, and other similar email tools;
Experience with Google Analytics and AdWords;
Experience with Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator
Compensation and Benefits
CALSTART offers a strong compensation package. In addition to a competitive salary, CALSTART currently offers employees a company-paid HMO health plan including dental and vision care. The compensation plan also includes a retirement plan equivalent to 8 percent of the annual salary. CALSTART allows for flexible work hours as appropriate, and provides funding for transit. The organization also has a strong interest in employee growth and skills development.
How to Apply
Applicants should send their responses in email form only and must include a cover letter explaining why they should be considered for this position and a resume.
Applicants should send their information to: Margaret De Guzman: mdeguzman@calstart.org
CALSTART, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. As such, CALSTART offers equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, gender, religion, age, nationality, social or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. These opportunities include all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, job placement, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, advancement, and termination. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Jul 19, 2018
Full time
Position Overview
CALSTART has an immediate opening for a highly-motivated person to join our team as a Marketing and Outreach Project Manager. The ideal candidate will play an important role in supporting high impact clean transportation projects by overseeing the development and implementation of strategic marketing and outreach activities for the California Air Resources Board Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Program (HVIP). HVIP provides incentives to California fleets who purchase clean trucks and buses. HVIP is funded by the California Air Resources Board and administered by CALSTART. In this role, the Marketing and Outreach Project Manager will be responsible for industry engagement, marketing campaigns, communication development, and community outreach. The position will be based in the CALSTART solar-powered headquarters in Pasadena, California.
About CALSTART
CALSTART‘s mission is to improve air quality, combat climate change, strengthen the economy, and create jobs by growing the clean transportation technology industry. With more than 25 years of experience, CALSTART is recognized nationally and internationally as an effective industry catalyst organization. CALSTART’s member companies are diverse and include Tesla Motors, UPS, Ford, the Union of Concerned Scientists, Kenworth, General Motors, Southern California Gas and Southern California Edison. CALSTART focuses its work in four major initiatives: cars, buses, trucks (including non-road vehicles), and fuels. CALSTART advances each of these sectors by supporting technology development, assessing and validating new technologies and products, accelerating market growth by supporting clean vehicle incentive programs, providing policy guidance and implementation, and giving valued-added services to its member organizations. CALSTART is a national organization with multiple offices in several states. We believe now is our time and we are planning for growth. If you want a career where you are making a real impact and benefiting both society and the environment, you should consider coming to work for CALSTART.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate must have excellent communication and outreach skills and experience in developing and executing marketing strategies that inform targeted audiences, support meaningful engagement and result in successful program participation. The candidate will have strong interpersonal, written and spoken communication skills; experience in leading innovative educational and marketing programs; exceptional leadership in partnership development and team management; solid understanding of and experience with multimedia use for effective outreach; and proven track record of facilitating successful marketing and outreach campaigns and events.
CALSTART seeks a team member with a passion for the organization’s mission and for making a difference, who can anticipate and fulfill project partner needs, and supports an environment that promotes inclusiveness and team-building. Successful candidates must have a positive “can do” attitude and to learn and grow, and strive for excellence.
He or she will have the necessary skills to develop and implement a marketing and outreach strategy for HVIP and must be able to perform the following tasks with strong competency:
Lead development of marketing and outreach program to increase awareness, create HVIP brand recognition, collaborate with public and private partners on strategic outreach, facilitate multiple methods for industry engagement, conduct community outreach, and increase program participation through targeted fleet and dealership outreach;
Work with HVIP team to develop customized programs and strategies for various market segments for program participation;
Oversee the planning and execution of industry engagement and outreach events and workshops including content development; manufacturer, dealer and fleet participation; promotional material development; logistics; sponsorship; vendor displays; and ride and drive events;
Develop a state campaign with multiple stakeholders to conduct community outreach in disadvantaged communities, evaluate key community partners, identify community needs, develop targeted outreach materials, and engage local champions to support fleet participation;
Manage program communication development and key messaging including development of print collateral, including fact sheets, brochures, case studies, and pop-up banners; website content management; and ongoing information sharing through social media;
Build relationships and partnerships with participating manufacturers and dealerships to support program participation including development of marketing materials to support OEM and dealership marketing activities and collaboration in outreach events;
Oversee all press activities and program announcements by coordinating with key partners on press release development and publicity events;
Coordinate with HVIP outreach team to participate, present and exhibit at events;
Develop and manage HVIP calendar of events, select and prioritize participation in key industry events, and regularly update HVIP website to report on event participation and upcoming outreach activities; and
Develop and maintain a robust network and contact database of stakeholders including fleets, dealerships, industry associations, utilities, municipalities, air districts, community-based organizations, environmental organizations, and others.
Necessary Skills and Experience
The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree (preferably in Marketing, Advertising Communications, Journalism and/or Business Management) and at least 3 to 5 years of professional experience in education and outreach programs, marketing and campaign development, industry/business engagement, community outreach, content and collateral development, event planning, social media and website development/management. The candidate should have existing knowledge of and experience with environmental and energy issues and the transportation industry.
The candidate must have a high degree of proficiency in written and oral communications and must have the capability of presenting to and working with diverse stakeholder groups. The candidate must work well in a team environment, display personal initiative and be driven by a passion for the clean transportation industry. It is essential that the candidate be well organized and have strong project management capabilities. The candidate should be proficient in the Microsoft Office suite of applications, with a high degree of competence in Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Publisher. The candidate must also be able to demonstrate initiative, independently manage time, and multi-task in a deadline-oriented environment. A strong attention to detail will be required.
The ideal candidate should have the following experience.
Demonstrated experience in developing effective marketing strategies supporting a variety of methodologies (direct interpersonal outreach, print collateral & promotional communications, online communications via website, e-blast and webinars, etc.);
Proven track record of developing and building responsive HTML emails with persuasive and informational content to appeal to multiple stakeholders;
Ability to lead social media campaigns and content for Twitter and LinkedIn;
Proven ability to manage relationships with key trade associations, industry and non-profit organizations;
Proven track record and high proficiency in project management across various stages of project development and implementation (initiating, planning, execution, monitoring and completion);
Understanding of or interest in clean transportation, energy efficiency and sustainability;
Demonstrated development of strategic marketing, education and outreach plans.
Experience of marketing and conducting outreach to low income and disadvantaged communities;
Ability to think ahead, propose new ideas, take active steps in addressing challenges, and implementing new strategies/approaches to adapt to new/changing priorities;
Ability to engage and communicate tactfully and persuasively with a variety of stakeholders through oral and written communication methods;
Must be extremely detailed oriented and perform within project deadlines; and
Ability to take initiative, manage multiple tasks, and work in a fast pace business environment.
Additional Skills and Use of Tools
The following skills and knowledge of are highly preferred or would open additional opportunities. They will be viewed favorably and will provide an advantage:
Experience with Eloqua, Marketo, Pardot, Exact Target, and other similar email tools;
Experience with Google Analytics and AdWords;
Experience with Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator
Compensation and Benefits
CALSTART offers a strong compensation package. In addition to a competitive salary, CALSTART currently offers employees a company-paid HMO health plan including dental and vision care. The compensation plan also includes a retirement plan equivalent to 8 percent of the annual salary. CALSTART allows for flexible work hours as appropriate, and provides funding for transit. The organization also has a strong interest in employee growth and skills development.
How to Apply
Applicants should send their responses in email form only and must include a cover letter explaining why they should be considered for this position and a resume.
Applicants should send their information to: Margaret De Guzman: mdeguzman@calstart.org
CALSTART, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. As such, CALSTART offers equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, gender, religion, age, nationality, social or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. These opportunities include all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, job placement, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, advancement, and termination. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.
ACV is a clean shaven and drug free environment.
ACV offers excellent benefits including medical, dental and vision, 401K with employer match, disability insurance and offers room for advancement.
Summary:
The primary purpose of the position is to ensure that Emergency Response Calls are answered in a timely manner Field Technicians are responsible for clean ups, spills and other duties delegated by management that are within the scope of work.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Perform work under the direct guidance of a Supervisor or Foreman involving the remediation of cleanup regarding hazardous waste and materials.
Daily work will involve confined space entry such as manholes, tank cleaning, oil spill cleanup, drum handling, decontamination, sweeping and shoveling, high pressure washing and various other remedial activities.
On-call 24 hours per day 365 days per year or “On-Call” based on the rotating “On-Call” schedule for Emergency Response. May require out of town travel. Length of travel will be dependent on service center and on-going projects
Preforms other, related tasks as assigned
Qualifications:
Pass a Pre-Employment Physical
Pass the Company's Auto Insurance Qualifiers
Pass the HAZWOPER 40 hour training (provided if necessary)
Be willing to work overtime
Must be 18 Years old
High School Diploma or GED
Valid driver’s License preferred and clean MVR record for three years
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (KSAs):
To perform the duties of this job, the employee must have good interpersonal skills; be patient and tactful; display an enthusiastic, cooperative and friendly attitude at all times with managers/supervisors, co-workers, visitors, customers and clients. Must be able to maintain high business ethics internally and externally. Ability to communicate effectively with all employees, as well as corporate staff and executive management.
Communication Skills: Good oral communication skills to clearly understand and convey other’s message and intent, and receives and processes feedback. Ability to read, comprehend, follow instructions and work manuals.
Reasoning Ability: Ability to attend to numerous details under the stress of maintaining courteous, accurate and timely relations with a variety of individuals. Ability to apply common sense and understanding the scope of the job.
Jul 17, 2018
Full time
ACV is a clean shaven and drug free environment.
ACV offers excellent benefits including medical, dental and vision, 401K with employer match, disability insurance and offers room for advancement.
Summary:
The primary purpose of the position is to ensure that Emergency Response Calls are answered in a timely manner Field Technicians are responsible for clean ups, spills and other duties delegated by management that are within the scope of work.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Perform work under the direct guidance of a Supervisor or Foreman involving the remediation of cleanup regarding hazardous waste and materials.
Daily work will involve confined space entry such as manholes, tank cleaning, oil spill cleanup, drum handling, decontamination, sweeping and shoveling, high pressure washing and various other remedial activities.
On-call 24 hours per day 365 days per year or “On-Call” based on the rotating “On-Call” schedule for Emergency Response. May require out of town travel. Length of travel will be dependent on service center and on-going projects
Preforms other, related tasks as assigned
Qualifications:
Pass a Pre-Employment Physical
Pass the Company's Auto Insurance Qualifiers
Pass the HAZWOPER 40 hour training (provided if necessary)
Be willing to work overtime
Must be 18 Years old
High School Diploma or GED
Valid driver’s License preferred and clean MVR record for three years
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (KSAs):
To perform the duties of this job, the employee must have good interpersonal skills; be patient and tactful; display an enthusiastic, cooperative and friendly attitude at all times with managers/supervisors, co-workers, visitors, customers and clients. Must be able to maintain high business ethics internally and externally. Ability to communicate effectively with all employees, as well as corporate staff and executive management.
Communication Skills: Good oral communication skills to clearly understand and convey other’s message and intent, and receives and processes feedback. Ability to read, comprehend, follow instructions and work manuals.
Reasoning Ability: Ability to attend to numerous details under the stress of maintaining courteous, accurate and timely relations with a variety of individuals. Ability to apply common sense and understanding the scope of the job.
Manager, Company Network
Organization
Ceres is a sustainability nonprofit organization leading the most influential investors and companies to build leadership and drive solutions throughout the economy. Through powerful networks and advocacy, Ceres tackles the world’s biggest sustainability challenges, including climate change, water scarcity and pollution, and human rights abuses.
The Ceres Company Network comprises more than 50 leading U.S. companies that are setting the highest bar for sustainability leadership, committing to robust sustainability goals, and improving resiliency in their operations and supply chains. Ceres enjoys a unique, direct advocacy relationship with Network members, leveraging the Ceres Roadmap for Sustainability —our strategic vision and practical framework for sustainable corporations in the 21st century—as well as access to investors and other advocacy organizations to move companies to make environmental, social and governance considerations integral to their core business strategies.
For more information about Ceres, please visit our web site ( www.ceres.org ).
Description and Responsibilities
The Ceres Company Network is led by a collaborative team of sustainable business strategists who bring a depth of expertise in environmental, social and governance issues. At the foundation of Ceres engagement with companies is the Ceres Roadmap for Sustainability –our strategic vision and practical framework for sustainable corporations in the 21st Century. Following the release of the Ceres Roadmap in 2010, Ceres has periodically benchmarked the performance of the largest companies in the U.S.. Our most recent benchmark assessment, Turning Point, was released in early 2018.
Ceres seeks a Manager with a strong subject matter foundation and a passion for driving improvement in corporate sustainability performance to implement the vision of the Ceres Roadmap . The Manager will be a savvy project manager, strong communicator and strategic thinker that will help develop and realize Ceres strategy for expanding the uptake of the Ceres Roadmap with both companies and investors. This is a full-time position, based in our Boston office, with line reporting to one of the Directors of the Company Network. Desired content knowledge encompasses environmental and social sustainability issues, with specific focus on those issues within the corporate and investor communities.
Specific duties include, but are not limited to the following:
Act as project manager, overseeing all work related to the Ceres Roadmap —including project work with member and non-member companies, communication and rollout activities related to Ceres most recent benchmarking assessment Turning Point, and strategic planning and development for future work related to the Ceres Roadmap— including a fourth benchmarking assessment;
Contribute to the design, development and implementation of tools and resources to drive forward leadership in corporate sustainability practice as defined in the Ceres Roadmap;
Lead marketing and outreach efforts for fee for service work related to the Ceres Roadmap and Turning Point, with responsibility for increasing and diversifying Company Network revenue ;
Lead, in coordination with Ceres Development Team, the Ceres Roadmap related fundraising activities with individual, corporate and/or foundation contacts, including the preparation of proposals, presentations and other related development materials;
Help manage a small portfolio of Company Network members, supporting their direct engagement and advocating for implementation of the Ceres Roadmap expectations;
Assess company performance against the Ceres Roadmap and Turning Point project work, and provide expert guidance on topics including governance, climate and energy, water, labor and human rights, and sustainable supply chains, among others;
Coordinate and develop Ceres’ public communications (via website, social media, online media, print and other mediums) focused on the Ceres Roadmap and related content;
Provide support to the Company Network team and other Ceres staff in development of presentations, talking points, speeches, etc. related to the Ceres Roadmap and Turning Point ;
Maintain the Ceres Roadmap website ( ceres.org/roadmap ) and Turning Point website ( www.ceres.org/turningpoint ),developing fresh content and new user experiences;
Develop external engagement opportunities (e.g. webinars, workshops, small events) that provide opportunity for deeper focus on particular issues areas covered in the Ceres Roadmap, such as governance, water stewardship, renewable energy, and sustainable supply chains;
Engage cross-organizationally with each of the Ceres programmatic teams—tapping into their expertise and supporting organizational priorities;
Assist in the planning of the annual Ceres Conference program and other events; and
Represent Ceres externally by attending and speaking at relevant conferences and events.
Qualifications
Bachelor degree, required; master degree preferred.
Five years or more of direct experience working on sustainability and corporate responsibility issues in the corporate, investor or non-profit sectors.
Significant and sophisticated project management experience, with demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
Evidence of project and people management across all levels within an organization.
Proven business development experience, including a track record of establishing new revenue streams and/or securing foundation funding.
In-depth knowledge of environmental and sustainability issues and an understanding of corporations (including corporate reporting and business strategy tools), the socially responsible investment community, and the environmental and sustainability movements.
Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills for both internal and external audiences.
Effective facilitation skills with the ability to bring divergent ideas to a productive conclusion.
Sound judgment, sensitivity to diverse constituencies, excellent interpersonal skills, strong initiative and motivation.
Proven leadership and people skills, including a demonstrated ability to mentor the skills and effectiveness of other team members.
Ability to move seamlessly between collaborative, team-driven activities and independent projects.
Ability to bring a positive outlook and energetic commitment to working at Ceres on a daily basis and to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated ability to be an advocate.
Experience in North American context is required, coupled with an understanding of the broader international context for sustainability.
Willingness to travel as needed to accomplish duties noted above.
Passion for accelerating and expanding the adoption of sustainable business practices and solutions to build a healthy global economy.
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, please should submit a resume, cover letter, two writing samples, and a list of three references, as well as complete the additional information as instructed.
Ceres is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate against any individual based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status, disability, or any factors prohibited by applicable law.
Jul 16, 2018
Full time
Manager, Company Network
Organization
Ceres is a sustainability nonprofit organization leading the most influential investors and companies to build leadership and drive solutions throughout the economy. Through powerful networks and advocacy, Ceres tackles the world’s biggest sustainability challenges, including climate change, water scarcity and pollution, and human rights abuses.
The Ceres Company Network comprises more than 50 leading U.S. companies that are setting the highest bar for sustainability leadership, committing to robust sustainability goals, and improving resiliency in their operations and supply chains. Ceres enjoys a unique, direct advocacy relationship with Network members, leveraging the Ceres Roadmap for Sustainability —our strategic vision and practical framework for sustainable corporations in the 21st century—as well as access to investors and other advocacy organizations to move companies to make environmental, social and governance considerations integral to their core business strategies.
For more information about Ceres, please visit our web site ( www.ceres.org ).
Description and Responsibilities
The Ceres Company Network is led by a collaborative team of sustainable business strategists who bring a depth of expertise in environmental, social and governance issues. At the foundation of Ceres engagement with companies is the Ceres Roadmap for Sustainability –our strategic vision and practical framework for sustainable corporations in the 21st Century. Following the release of the Ceres Roadmap in 2010, Ceres has periodically benchmarked the performance of the largest companies in the U.S.. Our most recent benchmark assessment, Turning Point, was released in early 2018.
Ceres seeks a Manager with a strong subject matter foundation and a passion for driving improvement in corporate sustainability performance to implement the vision of the Ceres Roadmap . The Manager will be a savvy project manager, strong communicator and strategic thinker that will help develop and realize Ceres strategy for expanding the uptake of the Ceres Roadmap with both companies and investors. This is a full-time position, based in our Boston office, with line reporting to one of the Directors of the Company Network. Desired content knowledge encompasses environmental and social sustainability issues, with specific focus on those issues within the corporate and investor communities.
Specific duties include, but are not limited to the following:
Act as project manager, overseeing all work related to the Ceres Roadmap —including project work with member and non-member companies, communication and rollout activities related to Ceres most recent benchmarking assessment Turning Point, and strategic planning and development for future work related to the Ceres Roadmap— including a fourth benchmarking assessment;
Contribute to the design, development and implementation of tools and resources to drive forward leadership in corporate sustainability practice as defined in the Ceres Roadmap;
Lead marketing and outreach efforts for fee for service work related to the Ceres Roadmap and Turning Point, with responsibility for increasing and diversifying Company Network revenue ;
Lead, in coordination with Ceres Development Team, the Ceres Roadmap related fundraising activities with individual, corporate and/or foundation contacts, including the preparation of proposals, presentations and other related development materials;
Help manage a small portfolio of Company Network members, supporting their direct engagement and advocating for implementation of the Ceres Roadmap expectations;
Assess company performance against the Ceres Roadmap and Turning Point project work, and provide expert guidance on topics including governance, climate and energy, water, labor and human rights, and sustainable supply chains, among others;
Coordinate and develop Ceres’ public communications (via website, social media, online media, print and other mediums) focused on the Ceres Roadmap and related content;
Provide support to the Company Network team and other Ceres staff in development of presentations, talking points, speeches, etc. related to the Ceres Roadmap and Turning Point ;
Maintain the Ceres Roadmap website ( ceres.org/roadmap ) and Turning Point website ( www.ceres.org/turningpoint ),developing fresh content and new user experiences;
Develop external engagement opportunities (e.g. webinars, workshops, small events) that provide opportunity for deeper focus on particular issues areas covered in the Ceres Roadmap, such as governance, water stewardship, renewable energy, and sustainable supply chains;
Engage cross-organizationally with each of the Ceres programmatic teams—tapping into their expertise and supporting organizational priorities;
Assist in the planning of the annual Ceres Conference program and other events; and
Represent Ceres externally by attending and speaking at relevant conferences and events.
Qualifications
Bachelor degree, required; master degree preferred.
Five years or more of direct experience working on sustainability and corporate responsibility issues in the corporate, investor or non-profit sectors.
Significant and sophisticated project management experience, with demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
Evidence of project and people management across all levels within an organization.
Proven business development experience, including a track record of establishing new revenue streams and/or securing foundation funding.
In-depth knowledge of environmental and sustainability issues and an understanding of corporations (including corporate reporting and business strategy tools), the socially responsible investment community, and the environmental and sustainability movements.
Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills for both internal and external audiences.
Effective facilitation skills with the ability to bring divergent ideas to a productive conclusion.
Sound judgment, sensitivity to diverse constituencies, excellent interpersonal skills, strong initiative and motivation.
Proven leadership and people skills, including a demonstrated ability to mentor the skills and effectiveness of other team members.
Ability to move seamlessly between collaborative, team-driven activities and independent projects.
Ability to bring a positive outlook and energetic commitment to working at Ceres on a daily basis and to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated ability to be an advocate.
Experience in North American context is required, coupled with an understanding of the broader international context for sustainability.
Willingness to travel as needed to accomplish duties noted above.
Passion for accelerating and expanding the adoption of sustainable business practices and solutions to build a healthy global economy.
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, please should submit a resume, cover letter, two writing samples, and a list of three references, as well as complete the additional information as instructed.
Ceres is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate against any individual based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status, disability, or any factors prohibited by applicable law.
Manager, California Policy Organization Ceres is a sustainability nonprofit organization leading the most influential investors and companies to build leadership and drive solutions throughout the economy. Through powerful networks and advocacy, Ceres tackle the world’s biggest sustainability challenges, including climate change, water scarcity and pollution, and human rights abuses. For more information about Ceres, please visit our web site ( www.ceres.org ) . Description & Responsibilities Ceres is looking to hire a Manager, California Policy. The Manager will be a key member of Ceres’ growing California office and will play a critical role in implementing Ceres’ water and climate policy and business advocacy work in California. The Manager will be responsible for supporting policy engagements with Ceres BICEP (Business for Innovative Climate and Energy Policy), Connect the Drops, and the Investor Policy Working Group and for communications and support of the networks. The Manager will be knowledgeable about environmental and sustainability issues, have experience working with non-profit organizations and private sector companies, and have experience with public policy, ideally at the state-level in California. The Manager is a cross-program role that will work closely with Ceres program staff based in Boston. This role will closely work with the Policy, the Climate and Energy, and the Water Programs to mobilize major corporations in support of public policies that call for sustainable water management, clean energy, and greenhouse gas emissions reductions in California. This is a full-time position, based in San Francisco, and will report to Director, California Policy and Partnerships. Specific duties include, but are not limited to the following: ● In close partnership with Director, California Policy & Partnerships and the Policy, Climate and Energy, and Water teams, execute Ceres’ strategy for California state policy work, including advancing policy to further smart water management and promote clean transportation, clean energy, and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. Responsibilities include: o Work closely with Director, California Policy & Partnerships to implement an identified strategy on state policy. o Collaborate with CA-based coalitions and NGO partners. o Help develop and cultivate relationships with key state policymakers and NGOs. o Organize all policymaker education events and meetings. o Research and analyze relevant policy opportunities. ● Support Ceres’ work with companies in California, including outreach and engagement with California-based companies and companies with a California market presence that are committed to advocacy and sustainable business practices. Responsibilities include: o Keep up to date with sustainability-related developments at partner companies. o Identify success stories on sustainability. o Support team on the management of existing company relationships. o Educate corporate partners on key policy issues through webinars, conference presentations, and written communications. o Mobilize companies on key advocacy opportunities. o Contribute to communications and network maintenance for Ceres BICEP, Connect the Drops, and Investor Policy Working Group networks. o In collaboration with Policy and Company Network teams, identify and develop relationships with potential business advocacy partners. ● Support in outreach and dissemination of Ceres’ work in California, including designing and implementing workshops, webinars/conference calls, newsletters and other multi-media communications to reach existing and new donors, funders, NGO partners or other collaborators. ● Partner with Communications and Marketing team to: o Support development of op-eds that highlight the role of business and investors in advancing sustainability (including significant written work product). o Execute engagement events with companies, investors, and policymakers. o Track and communicate specific results of Ceres’ work and that of our partners. ● Assist with planning for the Ceres annual conference and other events. ● Coordinate with other program teams as needed to accomplish organizational objectives. Qualifications ● Master degree, preferred. ● Bachelor degree, required. ● Five years or more of direct experience working on policy and sustainability issues in the corporate, investor and/or non-profit sectors. ● Knowledge of environmental and sustainability issues. ● Knowledge of California political system. ● Understanding of how corporations function and how they incorporate sustainability into business practices. ● Self-starter focused on execution, with ability to manage multiple projects. ● Ability to make strong connections between sustainability issues and articulate the impacts and implications for corporate and investor audiences. ● Demonstrated ability to bring an advocacy perspective to corporate dialogues will be viewed as beneficial. ● Demonstrated strong project management, strategic planning skills and attention to detail are required. ● Effective presentation style as well as strong speaking and written communication skills for external and internal audiences. ● Sound judgment, sensitivity to diverse constituencies, excellent interpersonal skills, strong initiative and motivation. ● Successful record of organizing multiple projects, coordinating and facilitating dialogues with senior-level professionals and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. ● Ability to work as part of a team and take a collaborative approach to working across the organization. ● Planning and prioritization skills with the ability to make adjustments to work and still deliver projects on deadline and within time and resource budgets. ● Willingness to travel as needed to accomplish duties noted above. ● Proficient with word-processing, spreadsheet, presentation, database, and e-mail computer applications. How to Apply We encourage all applicants to review our website to familiarize themselves with Ceres before applying: www.ceres.org . If you are interested in applying, please submit a cover letter, resume two writing samples, and a list of three references, as well as complete the additional information as instructed. Ceres is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate against any individual based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status, disability, or any factors prohibited by applicable law.
Jul 11, 2018
Full time
Manager, California Policy Organization Ceres is a sustainability nonprofit organization leading the most influential investors and companies to build leadership and drive solutions throughout the economy. Through powerful networks and advocacy, Ceres tackle the world’s biggest sustainability challenges, including climate change, water scarcity and pollution, and human rights abuses. For more information about Ceres, please visit our web site ( www.ceres.org ) . Description & Responsibilities Ceres is looking to hire a Manager, California Policy. The Manager will be a key member of Ceres’ growing California office and will play a critical role in implementing Ceres’ water and climate policy and business advocacy work in California. The Manager will be responsible for supporting policy engagements with Ceres BICEP (Business for Innovative Climate and Energy Policy), Connect the Drops, and the Investor Policy Working Group and for communications and support of the networks. The Manager will be knowledgeable about environmental and sustainability issues, have experience working with non-profit organizations and private sector companies, and have experience with public policy, ideally at the state-level in California. The Manager is a cross-program role that will work closely with Ceres program staff based in Boston. This role will closely work with the Policy, the Climate and Energy, and the Water Programs to mobilize major corporations in support of public policies that call for sustainable water management, clean energy, and greenhouse gas emissions reductions in California. This is a full-time position, based in San Francisco, and will report to Director, California Policy and Partnerships. Specific duties include, but are not limited to the following: ● In close partnership with Director, California Policy & Partnerships and the Policy, Climate and Energy, and Water teams, execute Ceres’ strategy for California state policy work, including advancing policy to further smart water management and promote clean transportation, clean energy, and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. Responsibilities include: o Work closely with Director, California Policy & Partnerships to implement an identified strategy on state policy. o Collaborate with CA-based coalitions and NGO partners. o Help develop and cultivate relationships with key state policymakers and NGOs. o Organize all policymaker education events and meetings. o Research and analyze relevant policy opportunities. ● Support Ceres’ work with companies in California, including outreach and engagement with California-based companies and companies with a California market presence that are committed to advocacy and sustainable business practices. Responsibilities include: o Keep up to date with sustainability-related developments at partner companies. o Identify success stories on sustainability. o Support team on the management of existing company relationships. o Educate corporate partners on key policy issues through webinars, conference presentations, and written communications. o Mobilize companies on key advocacy opportunities. o Contribute to communications and network maintenance for Ceres BICEP, Connect the Drops, and Investor Policy Working Group networks. o In collaboration with Policy and Company Network teams, identify and develop relationships with potential business advocacy partners. ● Support in outreach and dissemination of Ceres’ work in California, including designing and implementing workshops, webinars/conference calls, newsletters and other multi-media communications to reach existing and new donors, funders, NGO partners or other collaborators. ● Partner with Communications and Marketing team to: o Support development of op-eds that highlight the role of business and investors in advancing sustainability (including significant written work product). o Execute engagement events with companies, investors, and policymakers. o Track and communicate specific results of Ceres’ work and that of our partners. ● Assist with planning for the Ceres annual conference and other events. ● Coordinate with other program teams as needed to accomplish organizational objectives. Qualifications ● Master degree, preferred. ● Bachelor degree, required. ● Five years or more of direct experience working on policy and sustainability issues in the corporate, investor and/or non-profit sectors. ● Knowledge of environmental and sustainability issues. ● Knowledge of California political system. ● Understanding of how corporations function and how they incorporate sustainability into business practices. ● Self-starter focused on execution, with ability to manage multiple projects. ● Ability to make strong connections between sustainability issues and articulate the impacts and implications for corporate and investor audiences. ● Demonstrated ability to bring an advocacy perspective to corporate dialogues will be viewed as beneficial. ● Demonstrated strong project management, strategic planning skills and attention to detail are required. ● Effective presentation style as well as strong speaking and written communication skills for external and internal audiences. ● Sound judgment, sensitivity to diverse constituencies, excellent interpersonal skills, strong initiative and motivation. ● Successful record of organizing multiple projects, coordinating and facilitating dialogues with senior-level professionals and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. ● Ability to work as part of a team and take a collaborative approach to working across the organization. ● Planning and prioritization skills with the ability to make adjustments to work and still deliver projects on deadline and within time and resource budgets. ● Willingness to travel as needed to accomplish duties noted above. ● Proficient with word-processing, spreadsheet, presentation, database, and e-mail computer applications. How to Apply We encourage all applicants to review our website to familiarize themselves with Ceres before applying: www.ceres.org . If you are interested in applying, please submit a cover letter, resume two writing samples, and a list of three references, as well as complete the additional information as instructed. Ceres is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate against any individual based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status, disability, or any factors prohibited by applicable law.
Southwestern Pennsylvania Corp.
Pittsburgh, PA, USA
WATER RESOURCE PLANNER
Participate in the development, implementation and administration of water resource planning and stormwater management programs. Communication, organizational, analytical and database/computer skills. Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Public Administration, Environmental Biology, Environmental Education. Details @ www.spcregion.org . Letter of interest, resume and salary history to hr@spcregion.org
EEO/AA/M/F/Vet/Disability Employer
Jul 10, 2018
Full time
WATER RESOURCE PLANNER
Participate in the development, implementation and administration of water resource planning and stormwater management programs. Communication, organizational, analytical and database/computer skills. Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Public Administration, Environmental Biology, Environmental Education. Details @ www.spcregion.org . Letter of interest, resume and salary history to hr@spcregion.org
EEO/AA/M/F/Vet/Disability Employer
Miami Dade College- Wolfson Campus- Miami, FL
Job ID: 994596
Salary: $62,300 - $77,875
Job Summary
The Director of the Earth Ethics Institute (EEI) works to fulfill the vision and mission of EEI through the execution of strategies focused on developing and supporting faculty, enhancing cross-discipline curriculum development, and promoting student engagement in environmental-related activities and events. The position serves as a leader on the Social Change Initiatives (SCI) team to promote the College’s focus on change making through various social and environmental sustainability efforts that engage students, faculty and staff.This is a Professional Exempt Contractual (PEC) position for which an annual contract reflecting the base salary within the fiscal year (July 1st to June 30th) will be issued after ratification by Miami Dade College’s District Board of Trustees.
Jul 03, 2018
Full time
Miami Dade College- Wolfson Campus- Miami, FL
Job ID: 994596
Salary: $62,300 - $77,875
Job Summary
The Director of the Earth Ethics Institute (EEI) works to fulfill the vision and mission of EEI through the execution of strategies focused on developing and supporting faculty, enhancing cross-discipline curriculum development, and promoting student engagement in environmental-related activities and events. The position serves as a leader on the Social Change Initiatives (SCI) team to promote the College’s focus on change making through various social and environmental sustainability efforts that engage students, faculty and staff.This is a Professional Exempt Contractual (PEC) position for which an annual contract reflecting the base salary within the fiscal year (July 1st to June 30th) will be issued after ratification by Miami Dade College’s District Board of Trustees.
Director of Conservation
POSITION: Director of Conservation
STATUS: Full time, Exempt DEPT: Conservation
REPORTS TO : President/CEO UPDATED : April 2017
ORGANIZATION:
The Catalina Island Conservancy “(Conservancy)” an independent, California 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, was formed in 1972 to protect and restore the natural and cultural resources of Santa Catalina Island, and to make them available for public recreation, education, and enjoyment. As one of the largest and oldest land trusts in Southern California, the protected lands of the Conservancy amount to approximately 42,000 acres or 88% of the Island. The Conservancy’s mission is to be a responsible steward of its lands through a balance of conservation, education and recreation. The organization takes this balance as both an obligation and an opportunity – its science, restoration, education and outreach activities serve as a model for the conservation of protected lands worldwide in the context of human use. As a “living laboratory,” Catalina Island, and the restoration work of the Conservancy, represents one of the largest, most diverse landscape-level scientific experiments being conducted in community-based conservation in the nation. This role creates an exceptional opportunity to build and run a next-generation, conservation biology field station in a human-impacted environment with ecosystems of great diversity.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Director of Conservation will report to the President & CEO. In turn, the Director will manage a Conservation Department, which will consist of approximately eight (8) staff members including a Conservation Operations Coordinator, Plant Conservation Manager, an Invasive Plant Program Manager, two (2) Plant Technicians, a GIS/IT Manager and two (2) Wildlife Biologists. Several of these positions manage a team of seasonal, part time, or full time employees, or volunteers. The organizational structure of the Conservation Department, as well as individual positions within it, may change, over time, to respond to the biodiversity and ecological needs of the land, and as a result of securing funding to strengthen programs and meet changing department and organizational goals. The Conservation Director will be responsible for developing, implementing and overseeing the conservation management program, including but not limited to wildlife management, biological and cultural programs. The role requires an entrepreneurial spirit eager to create funding opportunities, and a business/programs model ideally suited for our Catalina field station. The Director will work closely with the President & CEO, and with the senior management team to achieve the mission and strategic goals of the Conservancy.
The Director of Conservation will implement a conservation vision, which includes and elevates key aspects of conservation, with the goal of improving and maintaining the biodiversity and ecological health of Catalina Island. Developed using an adaptive management approach, the conservation program is comprised of the management of all aspects of wildlife, vegetation, rare species and habitat, small and large-scale restoration projects, wildlife and plant community monitoring, invasive and introduced species control, plant conservation, propagation and installation, and rare and endemic species surveys.
Additionally, the Director will participate in and provide leadership of other habitat restoration projects related broadly to Santa Catalina Island, other Channel Islands and Southern California. This will include oversight of an annual Conservation and Education Symposium and leadership/participation in the Channel Islands Symposium held approximately every four years.
SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
Oversees program work, while adhering to budgets, ensuring that work is performed in accordance with best practices and standards.
Manages staff, consultants, university partners and volunteers with a focus on professional development, evaluation of performance and safety practices.
Directs the Conservation Department’s efforts to proactively identify funding opportunities, write grant proposals, and solicit funding from foundations, organizations and government agencies to assist in financing programs and projects, research, and data collection.
Designs, redefines and hones programs and practices to relate accomplishments and goals to the Conservancy’s mission and strategic goals developed jointly with the President & CEO.
Develops and manages operating and capital budgets, including purchasing services and materials, preparation of capital equipment specifications, and coordinates budget expenditures.
Recommends to President & CEO biologically-sound habitat improvements and practices to better achieve the balance outlined in the Conservancy’s mission.
Effectively communicates project and program results through professional organizations and scientific publications, staff training, presentations and external media.
Prepares baseline vegetation and wildlife survey documentation, conservation reports, biological assessments, vegetation studies, current condition reports, land management plans, GPS data reports and historical tracking of conservation issues on the Conservancy’s landscape.
Develops and/or works with various databases to track projects, history and activities.
Oversees the Conservancy’s outreach to and hosting of various researchers in order to secure solid scientific data to inform management decisions on Catalina and elsewhere (including, but not limited to soils, botany, ornithology, mammalogy, entomology, taxonomy, genetics, and ecology).
Gives tours of the wildlands and speaks publically to various audiences about the work of the Conservancy, including its successes and challenges, as well as the relationship of the work to other islands/lands.
Coordinates with government agencies, NGOs, universities, and colleges in planning and implementing ecological and educational programs and projects.
Works closely with management team, to implement projects that support the balanced mission.
Works with other stakeholders on Catalina Island, representatives of the Channel Islands, other land trusts, government agencies, the Conservancy’s Board of Directors and external funders.
Updates and enhances knowledge by continuing education for professional growth, i.e., attends relevant conferences, seminars and certification programs.
Supports the Conservancy’s potential land trust accreditation process.
Submits a yearly work program and performs other duties as needed or assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge and Skills:
Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing innovative conservation management programs.
Knowledge of a wide range of natural resource stewardship and land management issues; familiar with all aspects of conservation and land management, including understanding of legal, financial, regulatory issues involved in land conservation and wetland restoration/protection.
Strong experience in project and grant management.
Understanding of the range of bird, mammals, invertebrates that inhabit or are native to Catalina Island.
Ability to utilize GPS equipment, read detailed maps interpret aerial photos and navigate in the field.
Strong management experience in supervising (exempt and non-exempt employees, and volunteers).
Demonstrated skills in budget management and proposal/grant writing.
Strong natural history field skills (wildlife, birds, plants, geology, etc.) and familiarity with Southern California flora, ecology, indigenous cultures and natural history desirable.
COMPLEXITY/PROBLEM SOLVING:
Able to think critically and creatively to develop solutions to complex environmental education, cultural change, conservation, facility operations and land use problems
Ability to adapt and respond to unexpected or unplanned educational, ecological (e.g. fire, drought, new invasions) or programmatic (e.g. changes in organizational priorities or funding) circumstances while still progressing towards core program objectives.
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written), visionary, and problem solving; planning and goal setting.
Ability to analyze diverse facts and develop clear, concise reports and recommendations.
Solid understanding of the social, legal, and ecological basis for land management policies that influence ecosystem restoration and management decisions.
Ability to function flexibly and effectively in a complex organizational environment with a range of different departments and operations.
Ability to work both independently or as part of a team.
COMMUNICATIONS/INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS:
Strong management experience in supervising full-time and part-time staff and volunteers required.
Strong organizational, coordination, project management and negotiation skills.
Strong customer service skills (internal and external) extremely important.
Ability to function and thrive as an “internal consultant” within a complex, multi-goal (conservation, education, recreation) organization with diverse professional staff (scientists, operations professionals, guest experience managers, marketing and public relations) is crucial.
Excellent written and oral communication skills are needed; ability to communicate effectively with diverse or specific audiences and with those with opposing points of view.
Ability to work both independently and as a part of a team is essential; strong team building and relationship building skills critical.
Positive attitude, sense of humor, energetic, creative and transparent, focused on strategic goals of the Conservancy; not limited to conservation.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE :
Ph.D. preferred, but not required; Masters Degree in relevant discipline (biological science, environmental studies, ecology, conservation or combination of science and management education and experience.
Five to seven years of progressively more complicated and more responsible supervisory and applied conservation management experience expected, especially within a land trust, conservation or governmental land use, or similar organizational environments.
Field work in biology, bio-science, botany/plant science, earth science, ecology, geology, geography, and land management. Marine science/oceanography or sustainable development planning a plus.
Demonstrated experience with various regional, state and federal agencies (e.g. County of Los Angeles, Regional Planning; CA Department of Fish and Wildlife, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, and Army Corps of Engineers) with regards to plant, animal and environmental concerns, protocols and procedures; familiarity with the CA Private Lands Management Program. A familiarity with SEQA, NEPA and CA Coastal Commission and SEA programs preferred.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/ PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job or that an employee encounters while performing the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Employee must live and work on Catalina Island and be comfortable with the major aspects of island life including schools, medical care, housing, shopping, and transportation.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The office environment has moderate noise levels and is a non-smoking environment. Field conditions are strongly weather-dependent and may be hot, dusty, cold, muddy, and/or wet depending on season and degree of exposure. Work may be conducted independently or with groups of staff and volunteers. Hiking conditions include steep, rugged terrain with unstable rocky substrate and cactus. Wild animals, including bison and rattlesnakes, may also be encountered in the field and pose some threat.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Position involves functioning in both field and office environments. The office environment has moderate noise levels and is a non‑smoking. Field work involves manual labor, hiking long distances over rugged terrain and through dense scrub, in varied weather conditions, and routine handling of plants. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Jun 30, 2018
Full time
Director of Conservation
POSITION: Director of Conservation
STATUS: Full time, Exempt DEPT: Conservation
REPORTS TO : President/CEO UPDATED : April 2017
ORGANIZATION:
The Catalina Island Conservancy “(Conservancy)” an independent, California 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, was formed in 1972 to protect and restore the natural and cultural resources of Santa Catalina Island, and to make them available for public recreation, education, and enjoyment. As one of the largest and oldest land trusts in Southern California, the protected lands of the Conservancy amount to approximately 42,000 acres or 88% of the Island. The Conservancy’s mission is to be a responsible steward of its lands through a balance of conservation, education and recreation. The organization takes this balance as both an obligation and an opportunity – its science, restoration, education and outreach activities serve as a model for the conservation of protected lands worldwide in the context of human use. As a “living laboratory,” Catalina Island, and the restoration work of the Conservancy, represents one of the largest, most diverse landscape-level scientific experiments being conducted in community-based conservation in the nation. This role creates an exceptional opportunity to build and run a next-generation, conservation biology field station in a human-impacted environment with ecosystems of great diversity.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Director of Conservation will report to the President & CEO. In turn, the Director will manage a Conservation Department, which will consist of approximately eight (8) staff members including a Conservation Operations Coordinator, Plant Conservation Manager, an Invasive Plant Program Manager, two (2) Plant Technicians, a GIS/IT Manager and two (2) Wildlife Biologists. Several of these positions manage a team of seasonal, part time, or full time employees, or volunteers. The organizational structure of the Conservation Department, as well as individual positions within it, may change, over time, to respond to the biodiversity and ecological needs of the land, and as a result of securing funding to strengthen programs and meet changing department and organizational goals. The Conservation Director will be responsible for developing, implementing and overseeing the conservation management program, including but not limited to wildlife management, biological and cultural programs. The role requires an entrepreneurial spirit eager to create funding opportunities, and a business/programs model ideally suited for our Catalina field station. The Director will work closely with the President & CEO, and with the senior management team to achieve the mission and strategic goals of the Conservancy.
The Director of Conservation will implement a conservation vision, which includes and elevates key aspects of conservation, with the goal of improving and maintaining the biodiversity and ecological health of Catalina Island. Developed using an adaptive management approach, the conservation program is comprised of the management of all aspects of wildlife, vegetation, rare species and habitat, small and large-scale restoration projects, wildlife and plant community monitoring, invasive and introduced species control, plant conservation, propagation and installation, and rare and endemic species surveys.
Additionally, the Director will participate in and provide leadership of other habitat restoration projects related broadly to Santa Catalina Island, other Channel Islands and Southern California. This will include oversight of an annual Conservation and Education Symposium and leadership/participation in the Channel Islands Symposium held approximately every four years.
SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
Oversees program work, while adhering to budgets, ensuring that work is performed in accordance with best practices and standards.
Manages staff, consultants, university partners and volunteers with a focus on professional development, evaluation of performance and safety practices.
Directs the Conservation Department’s efforts to proactively identify funding opportunities, write grant proposals, and solicit funding from foundations, organizations and government agencies to assist in financing programs and projects, research, and data collection.
Designs, redefines and hones programs and practices to relate accomplishments and goals to the Conservancy’s mission and strategic goals developed jointly with the President & CEO.
Develops and manages operating and capital budgets, including purchasing services and materials, preparation of capital equipment specifications, and coordinates budget expenditures.
Recommends to President & CEO biologically-sound habitat improvements and practices to better achieve the balance outlined in the Conservancy’s mission.
Effectively communicates project and program results through professional organizations and scientific publications, staff training, presentations and external media.
Prepares baseline vegetation and wildlife survey documentation, conservation reports, biological assessments, vegetation studies, current condition reports, land management plans, GPS data reports and historical tracking of conservation issues on the Conservancy’s landscape.
Develops and/or works with various databases to track projects, history and activities.
Oversees the Conservancy’s outreach to and hosting of various researchers in order to secure solid scientific data to inform management decisions on Catalina and elsewhere (including, but not limited to soils, botany, ornithology, mammalogy, entomology, taxonomy, genetics, and ecology).
Gives tours of the wildlands and speaks publically to various audiences about the work of the Conservancy, including its successes and challenges, as well as the relationship of the work to other islands/lands.
Coordinates with government agencies, NGOs, universities, and colleges in planning and implementing ecological and educational programs and projects.
Works closely with management team, to implement projects that support the balanced mission.
Works with other stakeholders on Catalina Island, representatives of the Channel Islands, other land trusts, government agencies, the Conservancy’s Board of Directors and external funders.
Updates and enhances knowledge by continuing education for professional growth, i.e., attends relevant conferences, seminars and certification programs.
Supports the Conservancy’s potential land trust accreditation process.
Submits a yearly work program and performs other duties as needed or assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge and Skills:
Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing innovative conservation management programs.
Knowledge of a wide range of natural resource stewardship and land management issues; familiar with all aspects of conservation and land management, including understanding of legal, financial, regulatory issues involved in land conservation and wetland restoration/protection.
Strong experience in project and grant management.
Understanding of the range of bird, mammals, invertebrates that inhabit or are native to Catalina Island.
Ability to utilize GPS equipment, read detailed maps interpret aerial photos and navigate in the field.
Strong management experience in supervising (exempt and non-exempt employees, and volunteers).
Demonstrated skills in budget management and proposal/grant writing.
Strong natural history field skills (wildlife, birds, plants, geology, etc.) and familiarity with Southern California flora, ecology, indigenous cultures and natural history desirable.
COMPLEXITY/PROBLEM SOLVING:
Able to think critically and creatively to develop solutions to complex environmental education, cultural change, conservation, facility operations and land use problems
Ability to adapt and respond to unexpected or unplanned educational, ecological (e.g. fire, drought, new invasions) or programmatic (e.g. changes in organizational priorities or funding) circumstances while still progressing towards core program objectives.
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written), visionary, and problem solving; planning and goal setting.
Ability to analyze diverse facts and develop clear, concise reports and recommendations.
Solid understanding of the social, legal, and ecological basis for land management policies that influence ecosystem restoration and management decisions.
Ability to function flexibly and effectively in a complex organizational environment with a range of different departments and operations.
Ability to work both independently or as part of a team.
COMMUNICATIONS/INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS:
Strong management experience in supervising full-time and part-time staff and volunteers required.
Strong organizational, coordination, project management and negotiation skills.
Strong customer service skills (internal and external) extremely important.
Ability to function and thrive as an “internal consultant” within a complex, multi-goal (conservation, education, recreation) organization with diverse professional staff (scientists, operations professionals, guest experience managers, marketing and public relations) is crucial.
Excellent written and oral communication skills are needed; ability to communicate effectively with diverse or specific audiences and with those with opposing points of view.
Ability to work both independently and as a part of a team is essential; strong team building and relationship building skills critical.
Positive attitude, sense of humor, energetic, creative and transparent, focused on strategic goals of the Conservancy; not limited to conservation.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE :
Ph.D. preferred, but not required; Masters Degree in relevant discipline (biological science, environmental studies, ecology, conservation or combination of science and management education and experience.
Five to seven years of progressively more complicated and more responsible supervisory and applied conservation management experience expected, especially within a land trust, conservation or governmental land use, or similar organizational environments.
Field work in biology, bio-science, botany/plant science, earth science, ecology, geology, geography, and land management. Marine science/oceanography or sustainable development planning a plus.
Demonstrated experience with various regional, state and federal agencies (e.g. County of Los Angeles, Regional Planning; CA Department of Fish and Wildlife, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, and Army Corps of Engineers) with regards to plant, animal and environmental concerns, protocols and procedures; familiarity with the CA Private Lands Management Program. A familiarity with SEQA, NEPA and CA Coastal Commission and SEA programs preferred.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/ PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job or that an employee encounters while performing the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Employee must live and work on Catalina Island and be comfortable with the major aspects of island life including schools, medical care, housing, shopping, and transportation.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The office environment has moderate noise levels and is a non-smoking environment. Field conditions are strongly weather-dependent and may be hot, dusty, cold, muddy, and/or wet depending on season and degree of exposure. Work may be conducted independently or with groups of staff and volunteers. Hiking conditions include steep, rugged terrain with unstable rocky substrate and cactus. Wild animals, including bison and rattlesnakes, may also be encountered in the field and pose some threat.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Position involves functioning in both field and office environments. The office environment has moderate noise levels and is a non‑smoking. Field work involves manual labor, hiking long distances over rugged terrain and through dense scrub, in varied weather conditions, and routine handling of plants. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
PASE Corps is solving the chronic problem of job seekers needing a job to get experience and employers who want candidates that have experience. Description: Environmental Associates become part of PASE Corps and build their resume by: Participating in weekly advanced environmental training sessions that are based on skills employers told us were the most important or often missing in resumes and experience that they wished more candidates would have -- based on nationwide environmental employer surveys. Researching technical and environmental policy issues one week and then teaching them next week. Much of the Summer 2018 and Fall 2018 advanced training sessions will focus on the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and associated laws and regulations such as Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act. You will also gain experience researching and preparing proposals for grants, cooperative agreements, and environmental contracts -- environmental employers seek technical staff that can also write proposals and win work! You will need to adapt, research, and train on other skills that environmental employers introduce to us during the semester -- for example, Brownfields, climate change planning, ISO 14001 EMS, and other environmental compliance laws, regulations, and skills. Limited to 15 participants for Summer 2018 session. Two-hour training sessions on Mondays at TNCC in Hampton, VA. Start date: July 9.
Additional training sessions may be added based on employer/partner's needs. Some Associates may be selected to work on short-term projects for our Partners (municipalities, government agencies, consultants, and nonprofit environmental organizations). Others may be placed in internships on-site with our Partners. Ultimate goal is placing PASE Corps Environmental Associates in rewarding entry-level environmental sustainability careers. Qualifications : At least two years of college, bachelor's degree or higher preferred. Preference for candidates who have college education in environmental-related degree programs. Ability to research environmental topics one week and teach them at the following week's session. Don't worry--everyone has to do it. Your're building experience, knowledge and your resume. Availability to work on short-term environmental projects for our partners/employers. PASE Corps Environmental Associates are not stuck in the Catch-22 trap of: The job requires experienced people, but I need that job to get experience. They are passionate about sharpening their skills and abilities and building their resume for a career that makes a difference. To Apply: Attach your resume and describe your career goals and action plan. See PASEcorps.org for more information. PASE Corps is an EEO
Jun 04, 2018
Internship- Unpaid
PASE Corps is solving the chronic problem of job seekers needing a job to get experience and employers who want candidates that have experience. Description: Environmental Associates become part of PASE Corps and build their resume by: Participating in weekly advanced environmental training sessions that are based on skills employers told us were the most important or often missing in resumes and experience that they wished more candidates would have -- based on nationwide environmental employer surveys. Researching technical and environmental policy issues one week and then teaching them next week. Much of the Summer 2018 and Fall 2018 advanced training sessions will focus on the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and associated laws and regulations such as Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act. You will also gain experience researching and preparing proposals for grants, cooperative agreements, and environmental contracts -- environmental employers seek technical staff that can also write proposals and win work! You will need to adapt, research, and train on other skills that environmental employers introduce to us during the semester -- for example, Brownfields, climate change planning, ISO 14001 EMS, and other environmental compliance laws, regulations, and skills. Limited to 15 participants for Summer 2018 session. Two-hour training sessions on Mondays at TNCC in Hampton, VA. Start date: July 9.
Additional training sessions may be added based on employer/partner's needs. Some Associates may be selected to work on short-term projects for our Partners (municipalities, government agencies, consultants, and nonprofit environmental organizations). Others may be placed in internships on-site with our Partners. Ultimate goal is placing PASE Corps Environmental Associates in rewarding entry-level environmental sustainability careers. Qualifications : At least two years of college, bachelor's degree or higher preferred. Preference for candidates who have college education in environmental-related degree programs. Ability to research environmental topics one week and teach them at the following week's session. Don't worry--everyone has to do it. Your're building experience, knowledge and your resume. Availability to work on short-term environmental projects for our partners/employers. PASE Corps Environmental Associates are not stuck in the Catch-22 trap of: The job requires experienced people, but I need that job to get experience. They are passionate about sharpening their skills and abilities and building their resume for a career that makes a difference. To Apply: Attach your resume and describe your career goals and action plan. See PASEcorps.org for more information. PASE Corps is an EEO
Fall Internship 2018
Organization
Ceres is a sustainability nonprofit organization working with 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 ).
We are seeking dynamic, committed interns who would find it exciting to join the Ceres team!
General Internship Information
Ceres’ interns support Program, Communications, and Development staff working with a wide variety of constituents within the Ceres network: environmental activists, investors, funders, and corporations. While providing some administrative support, interns will primarily work in one of the following areas using skills in research, project coordination, IT and communications. Detailed descriptions of each available position can be found below.
Each fall internship position requires 10 to 15 hours of work per week. Schedules can be flexible to fit with class and/or work schedules. Ceres compensates interns at a rate of $13.50 hour. Our Fall Internship Program runs from September 2018 through mid-December 2018.
Please read details of each position on our website and apply for the specific internship you are interested in. We typically hire 8-10 interns, who are a mix of undergraduate and graduate students. Please note: Only the Program Teams listed on the website are seeking an intern for Fall 2018. If any of these internships listed below are not currently on our website, we are no longer accepting applications for that position.
TRANSPORTATION INTERN
This intern will work with both the Director of Transportation and the Senior Manager of Clean Vehicles at Ceres.
A clean and efficient transportation system is critical to a strong economy; its benefits include saving consumers and businesses money as well as reducing our dependence on oil. Transportation is also a significant contributor to carbon emissions. In fact, in 2016, the transportation sector surpassed the electric power sector as the largest emitter of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the United States, accounting for 28% of GHG emissions – more emissions than any other nation's entire economy, with the exception of China.
To adequately reduce emissions associated with the transportation sector, we need to focus on three components: vehicles, fuels and infrastructure. In the next year, Ceres’ Transportation Program's primary focus will be on promoting clean fuels, vehicles and relevant policies, and increasing corporate uptake and deployment of electric vehicles (EVs) and EV charging stations. Fall 2018 projects will include advocating for Low Carbon Fuel Standards, supporting passenger vehicles and truck fuel economy standards, and promoting advanced technology vehicles. In addition, this position will assist in preparing materials for and engaging companies on the business case for EVs with the goal of securing large-scale corporate electrification commitments. This intern will be asked to perform research on various transportation issues, draft educational materials and perform some administrative tasks. Link to Ceres' transportation project: http://www.ceres.org/industry-initiatives/transportation . Graduate students preferred, but all will be considered.
ELECTRIC POWER INTERN
The Electric Power Team at Ceres seeks to encourage electric utilities and large corporate energy consumers to adopt modern 21st century sustainable practices and technologies. Specifically, we will urge companies to increase their renewable electric generation, improve their energy efficiency, and reduce their reliance on carbon-based electric generation. The Electric Power Team is seeking an intern for the Fall 2018 period to assist the team in providing research and fact-checking to help develop and prioritize our targets for corporate engagement.
The intern will also assist with the development of materials to support corporate engagement on renewable energy and energy efficiency including presentations, fact sheets and other advocacy materials. These materials will help us make the business case to companies for adoption of renewables and efficiency as well as the case to investors on the importance of engaging with companies on these issues. We are seeking an undergraduate or graduate student with interest, experience, knowledge and desire to work in the clean energy field and who has excellent communications, research, writing, Excel and database skills.
WATER INTERN
Ceres is working with companies, investors, water providers, policymakers, environmental organizations and other stakeholders to improve water management and increase reporting on water issues that pose risks to businesses, communities and the environment.
The Water Program is seeking a graduate student this fall to help us advance our work on analyzing and addressing water risks related to two pillars: the food and beverage sector and the investment community. While providing some administrative support, this research assistant will primarily work across various topic areas using skills ranging in research, marketing, quantitative analysis and writing (short memos, case studies, data narratives etc.).
Program areas of work include:
Providing support to the Agriculture and Water Risk initiative, with a focus on the ongoing rollout of Feeding Ourselves Thirsty and the AgWater Challenge . This includes conducting research and analysis on food companies, supporting the team with tracking news flow and pulling examples of risk, building out power points for external presentations, and doing company/investor research on the Bloomberg terminal.
Assisting in the rollout of the Investor Water Hub Toolkit , a water-risk integration tool for the mainstream global investment community . Topics covered in the Toolkit include systemic risks and materiality of water, investment beliefs and policies, asset class allocation and water-related shareholder engagements. This research assistant will provide specific support with social media efforts related to the Toolkit and will assist with tracking news flow relevant to investors on water.
Other general water-related research to support the Water Program, such as a conducting research and analysis of big data and artificial intelligence sources and services as a means to capture ESG data and ESG analysis, and assisting in preliminary research of industry water risk analysis.
Desired Background:
Knowledge of social media strategies a plus (but not required).
Interest and experience in sustainability and responsible investing.
For more information, see Ceres’ Water Program: https://www.ceres.org/issues/water
COMPANY NETWORK – CORPORATE SUSTAINABILITY RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS
The Company Network team engages with the 50+ members of the Ceres Company Network to help them develop sustainable business strategies that address key challenges such as climate change, water scarcity and pollution, and human rights abuses throughout the value chain. Ceres’ advocacy is rooted in the expectations for corporate sustainability outlined in The 21st Century Corporation: The Ceres Roadmap for Sustainability . These expectations address four critical dimensions of a company’s approach to sustainability: governance, stakeholder engagement, disclosure, and performance as it relates to company operations, supply chains and products. The Company Network seeks an intern who will support our corporate engagement work by:
Using publicly available information to research and analyze the sustainability performance of individual companies and sectors through the lens of the Ceres Roadmap expectations;
Providing in-depth research support for ad hoc projects on key topics such as the link between sustainability performance and executive compensation, sustainable supply chains, or modes of stakeholder engagement;
Researching, compiling and presenting industry trends and leading practices;
Developing research briefs for potential member companies, including analyzing performance against the Ceres Roadmap expectations and identifying opportunities for engagement.
We are looking for candidates with solid research skills (preferably with experience reviewing corporate sustainability reports), an ability to work independently, excellent verbal and written communication skills and familiarity with key environmental and social sustainability issues that influence, and are influenced by, the private sector. Graduate students preferred, but all will be considered.
COMPANY NETWORK – HUMAN RIGHTS AND EQUITABLE WORKPLACES
The Company Network is seeking an intern to support Ceres’ work advancing corporate human rights disclosure to drive improved performance, including by engaging companies on the United Nations Guiding Principles (UNGP) on Business and Human Rights and scaling implementation of the UNGP Reporting Framework. Specific opportunities to support this work include:
Researching and analyzing current corporate reporting on human rights, including investor expectations on human rights disclosure;
Researching and analyzing specific issues within the realm of corporate human rights management, such as forced labor, supplier engagement, and remediation systems;
Researching and identifying potential funding and/or project opportunities; and
Preparing summary briefing documents and presentations for key project milestones.
The preferred candidate will possess a familiarity with the Ceres Roadmap for Sustainability and the UN Guiding Principles. Familiarity with corporate disclosure frameworks, such as the Global Reporting Initiative, is a plus. Demonstrated ability to take initiative, prioritize responsibilities, and work independently while being part of a team is also important.
POLICY PARTNERSHIPS & COMMUNICATIONS INTERN
The Policy Team at Ceres works with companies through Business for Innovative Climate and Energy Policy (BICEP) and investors in our Investor Network on Climate Risk to advance climate and clean energy policies at the federal and state levels. The Policy Team is looking for an intern to assist in its work with members, prospective members, partners and media. This position will support the Director of Stewardship and Partnerships and the Policy Communications Manager primarily through research, participation and note-taking in strategy meetings, data collection and organization. Projects will include researching prospective members, partners, updating press lists, and assisting with management of the organization's membership database.
We are looking for candidates with strong organizational, research, and writing skills, an ability to work independently, and some familiarity with environmental and sustainability policies.
FEDERAL POLICY & PARTNERSHIPS INTERN
The Policy Team at Ceres works with companies through Business for Innovative Climate and Energy Policy (BICEP) and investors in our Investor Network on Climate Risk to advance climate and clean energy policies at the federal level. The Policy Team is looking for an intern to assist in its work with companies and investors on energy and climate policies – focused on federal work. This position will support the Policy Team primarily through research and writing projects focused on key federal policies, participation and note-taking in strategy meetings, legislative analysis, and other tasks, possibly including data collection and organization. Additionally, this position will also assist with our BICEP Partnerships program. We are looking for candidates with strong organizational, research, and writing skills, an ability to work independently, and some familiarity with environmental and sustainability policies. This position will report both to the Director of Federal Policy and the Director of Stewardship and Partnerships.
STATE POLICY INTERN
The Policy Team at Ceres works with companies through Business for Innovative Climate and Energy Policy (BICEP) and investors in our Investor Network on Climate Risk to advance climate and clean energy policies at the state level. This position will support the State Policy Team primarily through research and writing projects focused on (1) key state emissions reductions, clean energy and clean transportation policies, as well as (2) the key actors and decision makers in our priority states. Work will also include participation and note-taking in strategy meetings, legislative analysis, and other tasks, including data collection and organization. We are looking for candidates with strong organizational, research, and writing skills, an ability to work independently, and some familiarity with and interest in public policy and/or efforts to decarbonize the electricity and transportation sectors.
CAPITAL MARKET SYSTEMS INTERN
Ceres’ Capital Markets Systems program works with companies, investors, regulators, policymakers and other stakeholders on levers that will facilitate improved integration of material sustainability factors into decision-making. This includes Ceres’ work on enhancing sustainability disclosures (covering our engagements in this regard with stock exchanges, financial regulators, standard setters and others) and integrating sustainability into corporate governance systems (covering our work with corporate boards).
The Capital Market Systems program is seeking a graduate student researcher to help support key projects on how companies and investors are integrating sustainability into their governance and disclosure practices. While providing some administrative support, this research intern will primarily work in the following areas using skills ranging from research, quantitative analysis and writing (short memos, case studies, etc.) on:
Literature review of research on how corporate boards are integrating sustainability into oversight of corporate risk evaluation,
Tracking board governance and disclosure practices of priority U.S.-based companies,
Conduct comparative analysis of Ceres' sustainability disclosure program and create recommendations for growth,
Tracking investor engagement of companies engaged during the 2019 proxy season, and
Other projects on disclosure and governance as needed for the Capital Market Systems team.
How to Apply
Review each program internship opportunity carefully at https://www.ceres.org/about-us/career-opportunities/ and apply for the one you feel best fit.
If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a resume, cover letter, and two (2) brief writing samples, 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.
Address all correspondence to: Christine Richard
Aug 16, 2018
Internship- Paid
Fall Internship 2018
Organization
Ceres is a sustainability nonprofit organization working with 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 ).
We are seeking dynamic, committed interns who would find it exciting to join the Ceres team!
General Internship Information
Ceres’ interns support Program, Communications, and Development staff working with a wide variety of constituents within the Ceres network: environmental activists, investors, funders, and corporations. While providing some administrative support, interns will primarily work in one of the following areas using skills in research, project coordination, IT and communications. Detailed descriptions of each available position can be found below.
Each fall internship position requires 10 to 15 hours of work per week. Schedules can be flexible to fit with class and/or work schedules. Ceres compensates interns at a rate of $13.50 hour. Our Fall Internship Program runs from September 2018 through mid-December 2018.
Please read details of each position on our website and apply for the specific internship you are interested in. We typically hire 8-10 interns, who are a mix of undergraduate and graduate students. Please note: Only the Program Teams listed on the website are seeking an intern for Fall 2018. If any of these internships listed below are not currently on our website, we are no longer accepting applications for that position.
TRANSPORTATION INTERN
This intern will work with both the Director of Transportation and the Senior Manager of Clean Vehicles at Ceres.
A clean and efficient transportation system is critical to a strong economy; its benefits include saving consumers and businesses money as well as reducing our dependence on oil. Transportation is also a significant contributor to carbon emissions. In fact, in 2016, the transportation sector surpassed the electric power sector as the largest emitter of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the United States, accounting for 28% of GHG emissions – more emissions than any other nation's entire economy, with the exception of China.
To adequately reduce emissions associated with the transportation sector, we need to focus on three components: vehicles, fuels and infrastructure. In the next year, Ceres’ Transportation Program's primary focus will be on promoting clean fuels, vehicles and relevant policies, and increasing corporate uptake and deployment of electric vehicles (EVs) and EV charging stations. Fall 2018 projects will include advocating for Low Carbon Fuel Standards, supporting passenger vehicles and truck fuel economy standards, and promoting advanced technology vehicles. In addition, this position will assist in preparing materials for and engaging companies on the business case for EVs with the goal of securing large-scale corporate electrification commitments. This intern will be asked to perform research on various transportation issues, draft educational materials and perform some administrative tasks. Link to Ceres' transportation project: http://www.ceres.org/industry-initiatives/transportation . Graduate students preferred, but all will be considered.
ELECTRIC POWER INTERN
The Electric Power Team at Ceres seeks to encourage electric utilities and large corporate energy consumers to adopt modern 21st century sustainable practices and technologies. Specifically, we will urge companies to increase their renewable electric generation, improve their energy efficiency, and reduce their reliance on carbon-based electric generation. The Electric Power Team is seeking an intern for the Fall 2018 period to assist the team in providing research and fact-checking to help develop and prioritize our targets for corporate engagement.
The intern will also assist with the development of materials to support corporate engagement on renewable energy and energy efficiency including presentations, fact sheets and other advocacy materials. These materials will help us make the business case to companies for adoption of renewables and efficiency as well as the case to investors on the importance of engaging with companies on these issues. We are seeking an undergraduate or graduate student with interest, experience, knowledge and desire to work in the clean energy field and who has excellent communications, research, writing, Excel and database skills.
WATER INTERN
Ceres is working with companies, investors, water providers, policymakers, environmental organizations and other stakeholders to improve water management and increase reporting on water issues that pose risks to businesses, communities and the environment.
The Water Program is seeking a graduate student this fall to help us advance our work on analyzing and addressing water risks related to two pillars: the food and beverage sector and the investment community. While providing some administrative support, this research assistant will primarily work across various topic areas using skills ranging in research, marketing, quantitative analysis and writing (short memos, case studies, data narratives etc.).
Program areas of work include:
Providing support to the Agriculture and Water Risk initiative, with a focus on the ongoing rollout of Feeding Ourselves Thirsty and the AgWater Challenge . This includes conducting research and analysis on food companies, supporting the team with tracking news flow and pulling examples of risk, building out power points for external presentations, and doing company/investor research on the Bloomberg terminal.
Assisting in the rollout of the Investor Water Hub Toolkit , a water-risk integration tool for the mainstream global investment community . Topics covered in the Toolkit include systemic risks and materiality of water, investment beliefs and policies, asset class allocation and water-related shareholder engagements. This research assistant will provide specific support with social media efforts related to the Toolkit and will assist with tracking news flow relevant to investors on water.
Other general water-related research to support the Water Program, such as a conducting research and analysis of big data and artificial intelligence sources and services as a means to capture ESG data and ESG analysis, and assisting in preliminary research of industry water risk analysis.
Desired Background:
Knowledge of social media strategies a plus (but not required).
Interest and experience in sustainability and responsible investing.
For more information, see Ceres’ Water Program: https://www.ceres.org/issues/water
COMPANY NETWORK – CORPORATE SUSTAINABILITY RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS
The Company Network team engages with the 50+ members of the Ceres Company Network to help them develop sustainable business strategies that address key challenges such as climate change, water scarcity and pollution, and human rights abuses throughout the value chain. Ceres’ advocacy is rooted in the expectations for corporate sustainability outlined in The 21st Century Corporation: The Ceres Roadmap for Sustainability . These expectations address four critical dimensions of a company’s approach to sustainability: governance, stakeholder engagement, disclosure, and performance as it relates to company operations, supply chains and products. The Company Network seeks an intern who will support our corporate engagement work by:
Using publicly available information to research and analyze the sustainability performance of individual companies and sectors through the lens of the Ceres Roadmap expectations;
Providing in-depth research support for ad hoc projects on key topics such as the link between sustainability performance and executive compensation, sustainable supply chains, or modes of stakeholder engagement;
Researching, compiling and presenting industry trends and leading practices;
Developing research briefs for potential member companies, including analyzing performance against the Ceres Roadmap expectations and identifying opportunities for engagement.
We are looking for candidates with solid research skills (preferably with experience reviewing corporate sustainability reports), an ability to work independently, excellent verbal and written communication skills and familiarity with key environmental and social sustainability issues that influence, and are influenced by, the private sector. Graduate students preferred, but all will be considered.
COMPANY NETWORK – HUMAN RIGHTS AND EQUITABLE WORKPLACES
The Company Network is seeking an intern to support Ceres’ work advancing corporate human rights disclosure to drive improved performance, including by engaging companies on the United Nations Guiding Principles (UNGP) on Business and Human Rights and scaling implementation of the UNGP Reporting Framework. Specific opportunities to support this work include:
Researching and analyzing current corporate reporting on human rights, including investor expectations on human rights disclosure;
Researching and analyzing specific issues within the realm of corporate human rights management, such as forced labor, supplier engagement, and remediation systems;
Researching and identifying potential funding and/or project opportunities; and
Preparing summary briefing documents and presentations for key project milestones.
The preferred candidate will possess a familiarity with the Ceres Roadmap for Sustainability and the UN Guiding Principles. Familiarity with corporate disclosure frameworks, such as the Global Reporting Initiative, is a plus. Demonstrated ability to take initiative, prioritize responsibilities, and work independently while being part of a team is also important.
POLICY PARTNERSHIPS & COMMUNICATIONS INTERN
The Policy Team at Ceres works with companies through Business for Innovative Climate and Energy Policy (BICEP) and investors in our Investor Network on Climate Risk to advance climate and clean energy policies at the federal and state levels. The Policy Team is looking for an intern to assist in its work with members, prospective members, partners and media. This position will support the Director of Stewardship and Partnerships and the Policy Communications Manager primarily through research, participation and note-taking in strategy meetings, data collection and organization. Projects will include researching prospective members, partners, updating press lists, and assisting with management of the organization's membership database.
We are looking for candidates with strong organizational, research, and writing skills, an ability to work independently, and some familiarity with environmental and sustainability policies.
FEDERAL POLICY & PARTNERSHIPS INTERN
The Policy Team at Ceres works with companies through Business for Innovative Climate and Energy Policy (BICEP) and investors in our Investor Network on Climate Risk to advance climate and clean energy policies at the federal level. The Policy Team is looking for an intern to assist in its work with companies and investors on energy and climate policies – focused on federal work. This position will support the Policy Team primarily through research and writing projects focused on key federal policies, participation and note-taking in strategy meetings, legislative analysis, and other tasks, possibly including data collection and organization. Additionally, this position will also assist with our BICEP Partnerships program. We are looking for candidates with strong organizational, research, and writing skills, an ability to work independently, and some familiarity with environmental and sustainability policies. This position will report both to the Director of Federal Policy and the Director of Stewardship and Partnerships.
STATE POLICY INTERN
The Policy Team at Ceres works with companies through Business for Innovative Climate and Energy Policy (BICEP) and investors in our Investor Network on Climate Risk to advance climate and clean energy policies at the state level. This position will support the State Policy Team primarily through research and writing projects focused on (1) key state emissions reductions, clean energy and clean transportation policies, as well as (2) the key actors and decision makers in our priority states. Work will also include participation and note-taking in strategy meetings, legislative analysis, and other tasks, including data collection and organization. We are looking for candidates with strong organizational, research, and writing skills, an ability to work independently, and some familiarity with and interest in public policy and/or efforts to decarbonize the electricity and transportation sectors.
CAPITAL MARKET SYSTEMS INTERN
Ceres’ Capital Markets Systems program works with companies, investors, regulators, policymakers and other stakeholders on levers that will facilitate improved integration of material sustainability factors into decision-making. This includes Ceres’ work on enhancing sustainability disclosures (covering our engagements in this regard with stock exchanges, financial regulators, standard setters and others) and integrating sustainability into corporate governance systems (covering our work with corporate boards).
The Capital Market Systems program is seeking a graduate student researcher to help support key projects on how companies and investors are integrating sustainability into their governance and disclosure practices. While providing some administrative support, this research intern will primarily work in the following areas using skills ranging from research, quantitative analysis and writing (short memos, case studies, etc.) on:
Literature review of research on how corporate boards are integrating sustainability into oversight of corporate risk evaluation,
Tracking board governance and disclosure practices of priority U.S.-based companies,
Conduct comparative analysis of Ceres' sustainability disclosure program and create recommendations for growth,
Tracking investor engagement of companies engaged during the 2019 proxy season, and
Other projects on disclosure and governance as needed for the Capital Market Systems team.
How to Apply
Review each program internship opportunity carefully at https://www.ceres.org/about-us/career-opportunities/ and apply for the one you feel best fit.
If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a resume, cover letter, and two (2) brief writing samples, 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.
Address all correspondence to: Christine Richard
Associate, Web Communications
Organization
Ceres is a sustainability nonprofit organization leading the most influential investors and companies to build leadership and drive solutions throughout the economy. Through our powerful networks and advocacy, we tackle the world’s biggest sustainability challenges, including climate change, water scarcity and pollution, and human rights abuses.
For more information about Ceres, please visit our web site ( www.ceres.org ).
Description & Responsibilities
Ceres is looking for an innovative, detail-oriented person to help advance our work and market the organization on the digital stage. This is a great opportunity to join a fast-paced, dynamic organization and put your digital and analytic skills to good use to help promote and communicate our work to tackle the world’s biggest sustainability challenges like climate change, water scarcity and human right abuses. The Website Associate will join the Communications and Marketing team to help Ceres build and maintain its suite of websites, manage online distribution and marketing platforms and inform web and digital strategy decisions with curated data analysis.
The website associate will work across the organization to effectively communicate our work and impact across various issues and sectors, build our online presence and increase brand recognition, and attract new interest and support for our mission via the Ceres website. This is a full-time position, based in our Boston office and will report to the Digital Director of Communications and Marketing.
Specific duties include, but are not limited to:
Overall maintenance of the Ceres websites (posting new content and job announcements, building new landing pages, leading communication with web developers and consultants on custom projects and managing domain configuration or other technical and administrative needs)
Working with programs and teams to update key website content that will best represent and market their programs, networks and impacts to an online audience
Owning branding guidelines to ensure consistency on Ceres website and digital marketing materials
Providing support for Ceres major events and campaigns by building and maintaining event websites, mobile apps and registration systems, and supporting the events team on site
Using Google Analytics to monitor and analyze key metrics and work with programs, teams and the Digital Director to make strategic recommendations based on your analysis
Providing regular website statistics reports on online engagement to the digital communications and Ceres leadership teams
Use Google Adwords to market Ceres website, events, projects and reports. Manage Ceres Google Adwords program to drive high quality traffic to the Ceres website.
Manage external online news posts, including posting original Ceres content on Forbes, Huffington Post, National Geographic, 3BL and other online distribution platforms
Other duties, some administrative, as assigned by the Digital Director and Senior Director of Marketing and Communications
Qualifications
Associate or Bachelor degree, preferred.
2-3 years of relevant work experience, required.
Experience using a content management systems, such as Plone, Wordpress, or Drupal, etc.
Drupal highly desired, but not necessary
Prior experience managing, updating and maintaining websites, required
Working knowledge of HTML, required
Demonstrated interested in environmental or sustainability issues, preferred
Prior office experience, preferred
Prior experience with data analysis platforms, like Google Analytics, Google Data Studio, or AddThis, preferred
Strong organizational skills
Ability to translate highly technical things to a non-technical staff
Ability to evaluate workload and prioritize projects
Able to manage multiple tasks at the same time, and shift quickly from one to the next
Able to work well independently and as a team member
Comfortable working with different personalities
Desire to work in a mission-driven / nonprofit environment
Marketing/Branding experience a plus
Strong sense of design and knowledge of Adobe Acrobat and Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Illustrator, preferred
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, please submit a resume, cover letter, two writing samples, and a list of three references, as well as complete the additional information as instructed.
Ceres is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate against any individual based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status, disability, or any factors prohibited by applicable law.
Aug 16, 2018
Full time
Associate, Web Communications
Organization
Ceres is a sustainability nonprofit organization leading the most influential investors and companies to build leadership and drive solutions throughout the economy. Through our powerful networks and advocacy, we tackle the world’s biggest sustainability challenges, including climate change, water scarcity and pollution, and human rights abuses.
For more information about Ceres, please visit our web site ( www.ceres.org ).
Description & Responsibilities
Ceres is looking for an innovative, detail-oriented person to help advance our work and market the organization on the digital stage. This is a great opportunity to join a fast-paced, dynamic organization and put your digital and analytic skills to good use to help promote and communicate our work to tackle the world’s biggest sustainability challenges like climate change, water scarcity and human right abuses. The Website Associate will join the Communications and Marketing team to help Ceres build and maintain its suite of websites, manage online distribution and marketing platforms and inform web and digital strategy decisions with curated data analysis.
The website associate will work across the organization to effectively communicate our work and impact across various issues and sectors, build our online presence and increase brand recognition, and attract new interest and support for our mission via the Ceres website. This is a full-time position, based in our Boston office and will report to the Digital Director of Communications and Marketing.
Specific duties include, but are not limited to:
Overall maintenance of the Ceres websites (posting new content and job announcements, building new landing pages, leading communication with web developers and consultants on custom projects and managing domain configuration or other technical and administrative needs)
Working with programs and teams to update key website content that will best represent and market their programs, networks and impacts to an online audience
Owning branding guidelines to ensure consistency on Ceres website and digital marketing materials
Providing support for Ceres major events and campaigns by building and maintaining event websites, mobile apps and registration systems, and supporting the events team on site
Using Google Analytics to monitor and analyze key metrics and work with programs, teams and the Digital Director to make strategic recommendations based on your analysis
Providing regular website statistics reports on online engagement to the digital communications and Ceres leadership teams
Use Google Adwords to market Ceres website, events, projects and reports. Manage Ceres Google Adwords program to drive high quality traffic to the Ceres website.
Manage external online news posts, including posting original Ceres content on Forbes, Huffington Post, National Geographic, 3BL and other online distribution platforms
Other duties, some administrative, as assigned by the Digital Director and Senior Director of Marketing and Communications
Qualifications
Associate or Bachelor degree, preferred.
2-3 years of relevant work experience, required.
Experience using a content management systems, such as Plone, Wordpress, or Drupal, etc.
Drupal highly desired, but not necessary
Prior experience managing, updating and maintaining websites, required
Working knowledge of HTML, required
Demonstrated interested in environmental or sustainability issues, preferred
Prior office experience, preferred
Prior experience with data analysis platforms, like Google Analytics, Google Data Studio, or AddThis, preferred
Strong organizational skills
Ability to translate highly technical things to a non-technical staff
Ability to evaluate workload and prioritize projects
Able to manage multiple tasks at the same time, and shift quickly from one to the next
Able to work well independently and as a team member
Comfortable working with different personalities
Desire to work in a mission-driven / nonprofit environment
Marketing/Branding experience a plus
Strong sense of design and knowledge of Adobe Acrobat and Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Illustrator, preferred
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, please submit a resume, cover letter, two writing samples, and a list of three references, as well as complete the additional information as instructed.
Ceres is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate against any individual based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status, disability, or any factors prohibited by applicable law.
Manager, Communications and Marketing
Organization
Ceres is a sustainability nonprofit organization leading the most influential investors and companies to build leadership and drive solutions throughout the economy. Through powerful networks and advocacy, Ceres tackles the world’s biggest sustainability challenges, including climate change, water scarcity and pollution, and human rights abuses.
For more information about Ceres, please visit our web site ( www.ceres.org ).
Description and Responsibilities
The Manager of Communications and Marketing will develop and execute short and long-term communications and marketing strategies for our Food and Water initiatives to elevate the leadership and actions of influential investors and companies on a host of sustainability issues, including water, food and deforestation, and expand Ceres position as a thought leader on these issues in the U.S. and around the globe. Ceres works with the most influential investors and companies to tackle sustainability risks and opportunities, and reduce the impacts of threats on our planet and natural resources, including fresh sources of water and forests.
Embedded within the Water and Food team, and working closely with the Communications and Marketing team, the Manager will be responsible for executing media strategies and generating earned media coverage through an array of media relations and cultivation tactics. This position will be responsible for developing related-media materials and placing thought leadership columns in targeted investor, business and financial outlets, while leveraging messaging and content around key Ceres and external events and moments.
This position will also support the execution of paid and unpaid marketing strategies, developing corresponding materials to market key reports and investor engagement tools, and campaigns and initiatives, and provide input on website, social media and eCommunity messaging to amplify impact across Ceres’ digital platforms.
This is a full-time salaried position. This person will report to the Senior Director, Water and Food and have a dotted line relationship to the Department Director of Communications and Marketing. Specific duties include, but are not limited to the following:
Work closely with communications and marketing team to develop and execute long-term communications and marketing strategies for Ceres
Conduct targeted media relations and outreach to generate uptake in earned news coverage of Ceres experts/thought leadership as well as investor and company leadership and action.
Work with Ceres experts and investor and company media spokespeople to conduct on-the-record interviews, provide quotes and statements, author columns/op-eds and editorials, and support social media amplification.
Execute media strategies for research reports and initiative rollouts, ensuring coordination internally and with external partners, and consistency in framing, messaging and design.
Identify key events and moments to leverage messaging and content, ensuring activities are coordinated and organized closely together with relevant initiatives, and with Ceres’ overall communications and marketing priorities and calendar.
Support strategies for paid and unpaid marketing tactics to market reports, investor engagement tools, and campaigns and initiatives.
Identify and cultivate new strategic (paid and unpaid) media/social media partnerships.
Provide input on website, social media, eCommunity messaging to amplify impact across all Ceres’ digital platforms.
Ensure regular communications with investor and company communications staff to cultivate and maintain those relationships.
Provide communications and marketing support as needed for key Ceres events (e.g. Ceres Conference, Investor Summit on Climate Risk, etc.).
Qualifications
Bachelor degree, required. Graduate degree, preferred.
5 years of work experience in journalism, communications, public relations, required.
Experience developing media relations strategies and working in fast-paced media environments.
Strong writing and fact-checking skills with experience writing for media audiences including pitches, press releases, statements, columns/op-eds, etc.
Experience with producing content that resonate with various audiences including media, policymakers and the business community.
Demonstrated interest in water and food and/or sustainability issues, preferred.
Existing relationships with water and food, business and financial reporters, preferred.
Experience managing and strengthening relationships and coordinating with multiple partners.
Strong pitching and organizational skills.
Ability to regularly evaluate workload and prioritize projects.
Able to direct and manage multiple projects at the same time.
Able to work well independently and as a team member.
Comfortable working with different personalities and people.
Desire to work in a mission-driven and nonprofit environment.
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, please submit a resume, cover letter, two writing samples, and a list of three references, as well as complete the additional information as instructed.
Ceres is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate against any individual based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status, disability, or any factors prohibited by applicable law.
Aug 16, 2018
Full time
Manager, Communications and Marketing
Organization
Ceres is a sustainability nonprofit organization leading the most influential investors and companies to build leadership and drive solutions throughout the economy. Through powerful networks and advocacy, Ceres tackles the world’s biggest sustainability challenges, including climate change, water scarcity and pollution, and human rights abuses.
For more information about Ceres, please visit our web site ( www.ceres.org ).
Description and Responsibilities
The Manager of Communications and Marketing will develop and execute short and long-term communications and marketing strategies for our Food and Water initiatives to elevate the leadership and actions of influential investors and companies on a host of sustainability issues, including water, food and deforestation, and expand Ceres position as a thought leader on these issues in the U.S. and around the globe. Ceres works with the most influential investors and companies to tackle sustainability risks and opportunities, and reduce the impacts of threats on our planet and natural resources, including fresh sources of water and forests.
Embedded within the Water and Food team, and working closely with the Communications and Marketing team, the Manager will be responsible for executing media strategies and generating earned media coverage through an array of media relations and cultivation tactics. This position will be responsible for developing related-media materials and placing thought leadership columns in targeted investor, business and financial outlets, while leveraging messaging and content around key Ceres and external events and moments.
This position will also support the execution of paid and unpaid marketing strategies, developing corresponding materials to market key reports and investor engagement tools, and campaigns and initiatives, and provide input on website, social media and eCommunity messaging to amplify impact across Ceres’ digital platforms.
This is a full-time salaried position. This person will report to the Senior Director, Water and Food and have a dotted line relationship to the Department Director of Communications and Marketing. Specific duties include, but are not limited to the following:
Work closely with communications and marketing team to develop and execute long-term communications and marketing strategies for Ceres
Conduct targeted media relations and outreach to generate uptake in earned news coverage of Ceres experts/thought leadership as well as investor and company leadership and action.
Work with Ceres experts and investor and company media spokespeople to conduct on-the-record interviews, provide quotes and statements, author columns/op-eds and editorials, and support social media amplification.
Execute media strategies for research reports and initiative rollouts, ensuring coordination internally and with external partners, and consistency in framing, messaging and design.
Identify key events and moments to leverage messaging and content, ensuring activities are coordinated and organized closely together with relevant initiatives, and with Ceres’ overall communications and marketing priorities and calendar.
Support strategies for paid and unpaid marketing tactics to market reports, investor engagement tools, and campaigns and initiatives.
Identify and cultivate new strategic (paid and unpaid) media/social media partnerships.
Provide input on website, social media, eCommunity messaging to amplify impact across all Ceres’ digital platforms.
Ensure regular communications with investor and company communications staff to cultivate and maintain those relationships.
Provide communications and marketing support as needed for key Ceres events (e.g. Ceres Conference, Investor Summit on Climate Risk, etc.).
Qualifications
Bachelor degree, required. Graduate degree, preferred.
5 years of work experience in journalism, communications, public relations, required.
Experience developing media relations strategies and working in fast-paced media environments.
Strong writing and fact-checking skills with experience writing for media audiences including pitches, press releases, statements, columns/op-eds, etc.
Experience with producing content that resonate with various audiences including media, policymakers and the business community.
Demonstrated interest in water and food and/or sustainability issues, preferred.
Existing relationships with water and food, business and financial reporters, preferred.
Experience managing and strengthening relationships and coordinating with multiple partners.
Strong pitching and organizational skills.
Ability to regularly evaluate workload and prioritize projects.
Able to direct and manage multiple projects at the same time.
Able to work well independently and as a team member.
Comfortable working with different personalities and people.
Desire to work in a mission-driven and nonprofit environment.
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, please submit a resume, cover letter, two writing samples, and a list of three references, as well as complete the additional information as instructed.
Ceres is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate against any individual based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status, disability, or any factors prohibited by applicable law.
