Friday, April 29, 2016

Field GIS, 6-month post-grad internship

Southeast Conservation Corps - Great Smokey Mountains NP 


The Southeast Conservation Corps is seeking folks that know how to use a GPS and a computer, and are extremely capable in off-trail hazardous terrain.  Please note this particular position has an arduous duty work capacity certification.

The AmeriCorps recruit will work 40 hours/week on a Monday through Thursday schedule (4/10). Primary duties include researching, developing, presenting, and evaluating Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Global Positioning System (GPS) data used for water and hydrology resource management in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

The member will assist planners and resource managers in creating and evaluating data used by the park to ensure National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) compliance as well as effective use and management of spatial and non-spatial data in support of park fisheries and water quality management operations. The member will also assist park staff in integrating planning and maintenance GIS data in other aspects of park operations, Wildlife, Fisheries Management, and Hydrology. This includes collection, development and deployment of data which supports visitor services such as campground facilities, Emergency Action Plans (EAP), trail maintenance, emergency spill response, real-time wildlife tracking, Search and Rescue, Cultural Resource Preservation, Environmental Impact Statements, and transportation planning. 

The goal of this project is to provide the park with a comprehensive inventory and assessment of park water resources. The focus of this project will be off-trail assessment of stream and stream corridor habitat assessment for the purpose of defining park streams for fisheries and water quality management. Most of the project time will involve navigation in some of the most difficult, steep, and dense vegetation areas of the park performing GPS stream assessments where no person has ever seen them before.

Primary Functions of Position:
  • Develop and Deploy daily travel maps using GIS software;
  • Operate GPS and photo equipment;
  • Perform Biologic, Hydrologic, and Geomorphologic stream assessments;
  • Perform data entry into a GIS;
  • Serve as members of the Search and Rescue Team

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Must have own transportation & a valid driving license (*no moving violations allowed) · Paid or unpaid experience with GIS and/or GPS and/or Databases · Paid or unpaid experience in the natural resource or environmental field · Strong interest in environmental natural resource conservation and civil planning or engineering · Must be able to work as a member of a diverse and complex team · Able to work independently and take leadership on goal accomplishment · Capable of working with people from diverse backgrounds · Solid organizational and leadership skills · Commitment to honesty, excellence and professionalism · Ability to quickly assimilate new technology · Strong technical writing skills · Above-average computer skills · Ability to hike long distances in adverse weather · Ability to stand for long periods of time while performing surveying operations · Strong attention to detail and accuracy ·Ability to navigate in very, very steep terrain, climb steep stream channels·Carry a 45lb pack three miles in 45 minutes·

Optional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: State or higher-recognized emergency medical training such as EMT, Medic, WFR · State or higher-recognized emergency response training such as “Red Card”, FEMA, Aviation · Verifiable climbing experience

Work dates:  Aug 15 - Nov7 2016
Housing:  Park housing provided

To apply:   Visit http://www.southeastconservationcorps.org/join/americorps-adult-conservation-programs/ and click the ‘General Internship Positions’ section to APPLY NOW and complete the application process. Specify that you are interested in the GIS internship when asked what program you have the most interest in.

Coordinator of Green Housing Program - apply by 5/13

UMD Office of Sustainability


The Office of Sustainability is hiring a Coordinator of Green Housing programs.  The Coordinator will develop, pilot, scale and manage programs that engage students living in residence halls, fraternity/sorority chapter houses and the departmental staff who work with these populations in sustainable behaviors and create a culture of sustainability in these residential communities.

The Coordinator will develop and oversee two new green housing programs: the Green Chapter Program in the Department of Fraternity/Sorority Life (DFSL), and the Green Challenge Program (already in development) in the Department of Resident Life (DRL). This position will interact with and/or advise staff and students in DRL and DFSL, and will collaborate as needed with staff in various offices, including but not limited to Living/Learning Programs, Facilities Management, and Residential Facilities.

This is a twelve-month contractual position with funding for two years and prospect of continuing funding for additional years based on the successful implementation of programs.

The posting can be found here: https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/42300.

Best consideration date is Friday, May 13 and we will be conducting interviews shortly after.

Monday, April 11, 2016

Hiring: 

Env Studies & Sustainability Office Program Coordinator

Colgate University


Colgate University is pleased to announce a full-time position for a qualified individual to be the university's Environmental Studies & Sustainability Office Program Coordinator.  This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to Colgate’s nationally recognized and growing environmental studies and sustainability programs.  

To learn more about the position and to apply, click here and follow directions: https://careers.colgate.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/Welcome_css.jsp

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The Montgomery County GreenFest

  • Saturday, April 30, 2016
  • 11am - 4pm
  • The Takoma Park Community Center, 7500 Maple Avenue, Takoma Park, MD 20912
  • Free! 

On April 30, the 2nd Annual Montgomery CountyGreenFest is taking over 2 blocks of Takoma Park with music, films, speakers, exhibitors and workshops all focused on building community and improving our environment. 

GreenFest has activities for all ages!
  • Join a nature photography walk with local artist Joanne Miller
  • Watch the award winning environmental documentary, E.O. Wilson: Of Ants and Men
  • Relax to the sound of local musicians at the outdoor stage
  • Bring the kids for tree climbing with Montgomery Parks, arts and crafts, a book reading and the electric vehicle show
  • Explore the more than 80 exhibitors and vendors
  • Get inspired! EPA Administrator Gina McCarthy will be a featured speaker. She will be joined by the County Executive and other local dignitaries
  • Attend a workshop on backyard chickens, beekeeping, composting or lawn care
  • Check out our panel discussions on transportation, energy and the sharing economy
  • Grab a bite to eat at a food truck 

For the latest info and updates on the schedule, visit montgomerycountygreenfest.org.  Add GreenFest to your calendar: http://bit.ly/1OKAFW9

Montgomery County will provide sign language interpreters and other auxiliary aids or services upon request — with as much advance notice as possible, preferably at least three (3) business days before GreenFest. Contact Jessica Jones at 240-777-7753 (voice) or send a request to askdep@montgomerycountymd.gov. Taking these steps will help us have sufficient time to best meet your needs. 

The Montgomery County GreenFest is brought to you by Montgomery County Government, Montgomery Parks, the City of Takoma Park, WSSC, Silver Spring Green, Poolesville Green, Green Wheaton, Bethesda Green, the University of Maryland Extension, City of Rockville, City of Gaithersburg, Montgomery County Public Schools and Montgomery College. Hope to see you there!

Sustainability Programs Manager - The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore

  General Summary:    The Sustainability Programs Manager will manage multiple sustainability projects for the Zoo and implement the Zoo’s S...