Potomac Conservancy
Grassroots Organizer
Do you love talking to people about your passion for clean water and helping them find theirs? Is empowering local residents to make a difference your thing? Do you believe that change comes from collective action? If so, Potomac Conservancy is seeking an energetic and creative self-starter to join our mission for clean water.
Who we are: Founded in 1993, Potomac Conservancy believes the foundation of healthy, vibrant, and resilient communities start with clean water. As the region’s leading clean water advocate, we shape the broader effort to ensure the Potomac River boasts clean drinking water, healthy lands, and connected communities. You will be joining a small but mighty team who work every day to fight for clean water through building a local inclusive movement of impassioned river advocates.
Grassroots Organizer: The Grassroots Organizer is responsible for the creation and nourishment of community driven volunteer teams that leverage hands-on stewardship and outreach to inspire clean water action, which addresses root causes of pollution through civic engagement and advocacy. Working in the larger DC Metro area, our clean water advocacy efforts are informed by communities, our Policy team, and our Clean Potomac Plan. The Organizer will interpret a broad strategic vision for community action in a local context, requiring the ability to listen to community needs and enact change.
To support this objective in the first year, the Organizer will also manage four regional days of service around our Potomac Stewards and Growing Native programs, organize summer recreation events, and plan and lead 6-10 private events for sponsors annually. In the out years, workplans will be dependent upon new ideas coming from the Organizer, community needs, and organizational priorities.
The job posting and full descpription is also available on their website: https://potomac.org/careers.
Please contact Katie Blackman (blackman@potomac.org) with any questions.
Thursday, September 26, 2019
Power Shift Network
Network Organizer
The Power Shift Network is a decentralized network of passionate young climate justice seekers fighting for a livable future. We are looking for our next Network Organizer to support the foundation of this network to support that fight. This is a remote position working full time at 40 hours a week.
Read more and apply here: https://powershift.org/jobs/network-organizer-community-college-hbcus
Network Organizer
The Power Shift Network is a decentralized network of passionate young climate justice seekers fighting for a livable future. We are looking for our next Network Organizer to support the foundation of this network to support that fight. This is a remote position working full time at 40 hours a week.
Read more and apply here: https://powershift.org/jobs/network-organizer-community-college-hbcus
Waterkeepers Chesapeake Communications & Outreach Associate
Waterkeepers Chesapeake seeks an enthusiastic, energetic, outgoing self-starter with a passion for environmental justice to provide high-level support to our communications and outreach efforts. The Associate will work closely with the Executive Director and program staff to promote our primary campaigns— Fair Farms and Clear Choices, Clean Water. The ideal candidate will have an educational and professional background that demonstrates effective communications, outreach, and campaign-building skills. Proven experience in leveraging social media, persuasive writing, visual media, earned media, and data driven targeting to engage and inspire action is critical. This is an excellent position for a candidate interested in working in a small organization that welcomes creative ideas from staff at all levels, and provides a range of responsibilities and opportunities to learn and participate in campaigns that make a difference in people’s lives.
DOWNLOAD FULL JOB NOTICE for full details, desired qualifications, and how to apply.
Waterkeepers Chesapeake seeks an enthusiastic, energetic, outgoing self-starter with a passion for environmental justice to provide high-level support to our communications and outreach efforts. The Associate will work closely with the Executive Director and program staff to promote our primary campaigns— Fair Farms and Clear Choices, Clean Water. The ideal candidate will have an educational and professional background that demonstrates effective communications, outreach, and campaign-building skills. Proven experience in leveraging social media, persuasive writing, visual media, earned media, and data driven targeting to engage and inspire action is critical. This is an excellent position for a candidate interested in working in a small organization that welcomes creative ideas from staff at all levels, and provides a range of responsibilities and opportunities to learn and participate in campaigns that make a difference in people’s lives.
DOWNLOAD FULL JOB NOTICE for full details, desired qualifications, and how to apply.
Ecologist
Summary
This position is located in Natural Resources Stewardship and Science, in the Inventory and Monitoring Division. Please visit find a park for additional park information.
Responsibilities
The incumbent will be responsible for developing and implementing the national landscape dynamics and/or climate monitoring protocols National Park Service administered lands included within the 32 Inventory & Monitoring Networks. In accomplishing this task, the incumbent will work with an interdisciplinary team of scientists, data management staff, and park managers to identify high priority resource issues, develop integrated and comprehensive approaches to monitoring and reporting the status and trends of resources for the purpose of establishing baseline reference conditions of park ecosystems. Specific duties include:
For more information, or to apply, visit the official USAJOBS posting.
Appalachian Laboratory of the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science
Open & closing dates: 09/24/2019 to 10/23/2019
Service: Competitive
Pay scale & grade: GS 11 - 12
Salary: $67,956 to $105,890 per year
Appointment type: Permanent
Work schedule: Full-Time
Location: Fort Collins, CO
Relocation expenses reimbursed: Yes, you may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
Telework eligible: No
Summary
This position is located in Natural Resources Stewardship and Science, in the Inventory and Monitoring Division. Please visit find a park for additional park information.
Responsibilities
The incumbent will be responsible for developing and implementing the national landscape dynamics and/or climate monitoring protocols National Park Service administered lands included within the 32 Inventory & Monitoring Networks. In accomplishing this task, the incumbent will work with an interdisciplinary team of scientists, data management staff, and park managers to identify high priority resource issues, develop integrated and comprehensive approaches to monitoring and reporting the status and trends of resources for the purpose of establishing baseline reference conditions of park ecosystems. Specific duties include:
- Developing and carrying out statistically valid data collection methods, conducting analysis of complex data, and determining and documenting the significance of findings.
- Preparing scientific reports regarding the results of inventory and monitoring efforts, and summarizing new information for use by the scientific community, park staff, cooperators, and partners.
- Coordinating park-based ecological monitoring strategies and programs with those on adjacent lands for the purposes of achieving broad ecosystem protection and conservation strategies.
- Assisting natural resources management staff in parks, centers, and support offices by providing direct professional and programmatic advice and support.
For more information, or to apply, visit the official USAJOBS posting.
Wednesday, September 25, 2019
Common Good City Farm
Part-time LEAF Youth Program Assistant
Common good City Farm is looking for a creative and energetic individual to support their LEAF after-school program. LEAF (Learning for the Environment, Agriculture, and Food) is a drop in youth program designed for elementary age students that live in the surrounding area of Common Good City Farm. The program focuses on hands on learning including garden science, working in our youth garden, nutrition, making art for the farm and each class involves preparing a snack using fresh produce. The program takes place primarily on our farm space, but will move indoors as needed during winter or severe weather. The LEAF Youth Program Assistant will take part in curriculum planning, procuring needed supplies, facilitating lessons, data tracking and managing volunteers. Applicants should be available during program hours, Wednesdays and Sundays from 4-6 pm.
Deadline for applications is Friday October 18, 2019.
Find more information on our website.
Additionally, we are looking for new board members. See details and how to apply here. Interest forms that are received by Monday, September 30th will be considered for election in 2019. If it's after September 30th, 2019, you can still express interest, but your form will be saved for 2020 consideration.
Part-time LEAF Youth Program Assistant
Common good City Farm is looking for a creative and energetic individual to support their LEAF after-school program. LEAF (Learning for the Environment, Agriculture, and Food) is a drop in youth program designed for elementary age students that live in the surrounding area of Common Good City Farm. The program focuses on hands on learning including garden science, working in our youth garden, nutrition, making art for the farm and each class involves preparing a snack using fresh produce. The program takes place primarily on our farm space, but will move indoors as needed during winter or severe weather. The LEAF Youth Program Assistant will take part in curriculum planning, procuring needed supplies, facilitating lessons, data tracking and managing volunteers. Applicants should be available during program hours, Wednesdays and Sundays from 4-6 pm.
Deadline for applications is Friday October 18, 2019.
Find more information on our website.
Additionally, we are looking for new board members. See details and how to apply here. Interest forms that are received by Monday, September 30th will be considered for election in 2019. If it's after September 30th, 2019, you can still express interest, but your form will be saved for 2020 consideration.
Bat Biologist Position
Texas Parks and Wildlife is hiring a bat biologist! It's funded for 2 years with the possibility of extension if funding is available. This position will work under the supervision of Jonah Evans, the State Mammalogist, to manage bat and white-nose syndrome research.
They'll be accepting applications through October 4th.
Full position description can be found here: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=00007103&tz=GMT-05%3A00&tzname=America%2FChicago
Texas Parks and Wildlife is hiring a bat biologist! It's funded for 2 years with the possibility of extension if funding is available. This position will work under the supervision of Jonah Evans, the State Mammalogist, to manage bat and white-nose syndrome research.
They'll be accepting applications through October 4th.
Full position description can be found here: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=00007103&tz=GMT-05%3A00&tzname=America%2FChicago
Tuesday, September 24, 2019
Job AvailabilityDelta Analytical Corporation
Company Description:
Delta Analytical Corporation provides consulting services to companies needing assistance with US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and State registrations. Delta prepares and submits both EPA and State product registrations as well as annual State registration renewals for hundreds of products each year. Delta was established in 1981 and is based in Silver Spring, MD. We are a small company with a friendly, flexible work environment.
Position Title:
Jr. Regulatory Analyst / Administrative Assistant
Job Description:
This position focuses on State registration services: preparing submissions for State registration of EPA registered products and working with clients in understanding and meeting regulatory requirements. Job responsibilities include preparing correspondence, completing product application forms, assembling documents for application packages, tracking registration approvals, reviewing and recording documents, and communicating with State agency staff and clients. The position also includes related administrative tasks. Great opportunity for growth and advancement.
Qualifications:
Must be detail oriented with superior organizational skills, have good written and verbal communication skills, and be motivated to learn and work hard. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
Please send resume and cover letter to dleventhal@delta-ac.com.
Company Description:
Delta Analytical Corporation provides consulting services to companies needing assistance with US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and State registrations. Delta prepares and submits both EPA and State product registrations as well as annual State registration renewals for hundreds of products each year. Delta was established in 1981 and is based in Silver Spring, MD. We are a small company with a friendly, flexible work environment.
Position Title:
Jr. Regulatory Analyst / Administrative Assistant
Job Description:
This position focuses on State registration services: preparing submissions for State registration of EPA registered products and working with clients in understanding and meeting regulatory requirements. Job responsibilities include preparing correspondence, completing product application forms, assembling documents for application packages, tracking registration approvals, reviewing and recording documents, and communicating with State agency staff and clients. The position also includes related administrative tasks. Great opportunity for growth and advancement.
Qualifications:
Must be detail oriented with superior organizational skills, have good written and verbal communication skills, and be motivated to learn and work hard. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
Please send resume and cover letter to dleventhal@delta-ac.com.
Friday, September 20, 2019
Bat Research Field Technician
National Park Service (NPS), Bat Conservation International (BCI), Humboldt State University (HSU), and other partners are kicking off the pilot year of a winter roost study in the vicinity of Chester CA, where Pd 'suspect' bats were sampled this spring. We are hiring a bat research field technician to support bat capture, radiotelemetry, and acoustic monitoring efforts for an abbreviated field season through early/mid November. Tentative project start date is 9/25/2019, with an expected duration of 6-8 weeks, depending on conditions.
Employer: Bat Conservation International
Salary: $16.50/hour.
Location: Chester California. Shared housing provided.
Start date: ASAP
End date: early to mid November
Required qualifications: B.S. degree in wildlife/biology/ecology/environmental sciences or similar field; Valid state driver's license and clean driving record; Experience with VHF radiotelemetry.
Other requirements: experience with field navigation by map, compass, and GPS; willingness to work long, irregular, daytime or nighttime hours; ability to work independently in steep terrain, inclement weather, extreme temperatures, and/or remote locations; comfortable with shared living quarters.
Interested applicants should send an email addressing interest, qualifications, and dates of availability to alice_chung-maccoubrey@nps.gov. Email must also include a CV/resume and contact information for three references. Please use "bat telemetry project" in subject heading.
National Park Service (NPS), Bat Conservation International (BCI), Humboldt State University (HSU), and other partners are kicking off the pilot year of a winter roost study in the vicinity of Chester CA, where Pd 'suspect' bats were sampled this spring. We are hiring a bat research field technician to support bat capture, radiotelemetry, and acoustic monitoring efforts for an abbreviated field season through early/mid November. Tentative project start date is 9/25/2019, with an expected duration of 6-8 weeks, depending on conditions.
Employer: Bat Conservation International
Salary: $16.50/hour.
Location: Chester California. Shared housing provided.
Start date: ASAP
End date: early to mid November
Required qualifications: B.S. degree in wildlife/biology/ecology/environmental sciences or similar field; Valid state driver's license and clean driving record; Experience with VHF radiotelemetry.
Other requirements: experience with field navigation by map, compass, and GPS; willingness to work long, irregular, daytime or nighttime hours; ability to work independently in steep terrain, inclement weather, extreme temperatures, and/or remote locations; comfortable with shared living quarters.
Interested applicants should send an email addressing interest, qualifications, and dates of availability to alice_chung-maccoubrey@nps.gov. Email must also include a CV/resume and contact information for three references. Please use "bat telemetry project" in subject heading.
Tuesday, September 17, 2019
Technician position
Smithsonian Environmental Research Center in Maryland
The Ecosystem Conservation lab at the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC), led by Dr. Kim Komatsu, is recruiting a full-time research technician. The technician will be based at SERC and will participate in a funded project examining the role that bacterial symbioses play in shaping soybean responses to drought and insect pests, in collaboration with Drs. Karin Burghardt (University of Maryland) and John Parker (SERC). SERC is a vibrant community of scientists set within a 1,027-hectare field-site, and located near the Annapolis, MD and Washington, DC metro areas.
The Ecosystem Conservation lab explores community and ecosystem responses to global change drivers, and the role that symbioses, competition, and trophic interactions play in shaping those responses (https://serc.si.edu/labs/ecosystem-conservation).Our research projects occur in field, lab, and greenhouse settings and include ecological genetics, microbial culturing, and field-based species identification, often in an experimental framework.
Field and greenhouse duties will include plant and insect identification and collection, measurement of environmental parameters, seed preparation, experimental set-up and monitoring, and data entry. Lab duties will include sample processing, microbial culturing, routine molecular tasks (e.g., DNA extraction, PCR, DNA visualization, sequencing, genotyping), and next generation sequencing library prep. In addition, the technician will be responsible for day-to-day organization and safety for the funded project, under the direction of the PI, including supply inventory and ordering, maintaining data records (hardcopy and digital), and working collaboratively with other project members.
Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree in ecology (or related field) with at least two years of prior research experience, basic ecological genetic skills (PCR, sequencing, genotyping), strong communication and organizational skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Additional experience with field surveys, next generation sequencing, and data analysis is preferred.
The preferred start date is late fall 2019, and the appointment will be for at least one year. While not a federal position, salary and benefits are commensurate with experience, up to a salary equivalent of Grade 7, Step 1 within the federal pay scale.
Interested candidates should send (1) a cover letter highlighting relevant research experience, (2) a resume or CV, (3) contact information for 2-3 references, and (4) an unofficial copy of transcripts to Kim Komatsu (koamtsuk@si.edu ). Review of applications will begin on September 23, and continue until the position is filled.
Smithsonian Environmental Research Center in Maryland
The Ecosystem Conservation lab at the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC), led by Dr. Kim Komatsu, is recruiting a full-time research technician. The technician will be based at SERC and will participate in a funded project examining the role that bacterial symbioses play in shaping soybean responses to drought and insect pests, in collaboration with Drs. Karin Burghardt (University of Maryland) and John Parker (SERC). SERC is a vibrant community of scientists set within a 1,027-hectare field-site, and located near the Annapolis, MD and Washington, DC metro areas.
The Ecosystem Conservation lab explores community and ecosystem responses to global change drivers, and the role that symbioses, competition, and trophic interactions play in shaping those responses (https://serc.si.edu/labs/ecosystem-conservation).Our research projects occur in field, lab, and greenhouse settings and include ecological genetics, microbial culturing, and field-based species identification, often in an experimental framework.
Field and greenhouse duties will include plant and insect identification and collection, measurement of environmental parameters, seed preparation, experimental set-up and monitoring, and data entry. Lab duties will include sample processing, microbial culturing, routine molecular tasks (e.g., DNA extraction, PCR, DNA visualization, sequencing, genotyping), and next generation sequencing library prep. In addition, the technician will be responsible for day-to-day organization and safety for the funded project, under the direction of the PI, including supply inventory and ordering, maintaining data records (hardcopy and digital), and working collaboratively with other project members.
Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree in ecology (or related field) with at least two years of prior research experience, basic ecological genetic skills (PCR, sequencing, genotyping), strong communication and organizational skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Additional experience with field surveys, next generation sequencing, and data analysis is preferred.
The preferred start date is late fall 2019, and the appointment will be for at least one year. While not a federal position, salary and benefits are commensurate with experience, up to a salary equivalent of Grade 7, Step 1 within the federal pay scale.
Interested candidates should send (1) a cover letter highlighting relevant research experience, (2) a resume or CV, (3) contact information for 2-3 references, and (4) an unofficial copy of transcripts to Kim Komatsu (koamtsuk@si.edu ). Review of applications will begin on September 23, and continue until the position is filled.
Northeast Specialty Crop Water Symposium
UVM's Dudley H. Davis Center | Burlington, VT | December 18 - 19, 2019
This symposium, which will be co-hosted by the University of Vermont and the USDA Northeast Climate Hub, will be targeted towards researchers, agricultural advisors (e.g. Extension, agency, and private), and industry representatives who work in northeastern specialty crops. We are grateful for the support of USDA NIFA in holding this event.
The Symposium has three overarching goals:
Increase our shared understanding and knowledge about how climate change will affect irrigated/rain fed specialty crops in the Northeast, and how water use efficiency practices can be improved
Create opportunities for researchers, Extension, and technical service providers working in different specialty crop sectors to learn from one another
Create opportunities for participants in the Northeast to learn from practitioners from other parts of the U.S.
Students are welcome to register and attend! More details here: https://www.eiseverywhere.com/website/3694/
UVM's Dudley H. Davis Center | Burlington, VT | December 18 - 19, 2019
This symposium, which will be co-hosted by the University of Vermont and the USDA Northeast Climate Hub, will be targeted towards researchers, agricultural advisors (e.g. Extension, agency, and private), and industry representatives who work in northeastern specialty crops. We are grateful for the support of USDA NIFA in holding this event.
The Symposium has three overarching goals:
Increase our shared understanding and knowledge about how climate change will affect irrigated/rain fed specialty crops in the Northeast, and how water use efficiency practices can be improved
Create opportunities for researchers, Extension, and technical service providers working in different specialty crop sectors to learn from one another
Create opportunities for participants in the Northeast to learn from practitioners from other parts of the U.S.
Students are welcome to register and attend! More details here: https://www.eiseverywhere.com/website/3694/
Now recruiting
Green Corps
Green Corps is looking for college graduates who are ready to take on the biggest environmental challenges of our day. This is a paid fellowship and training program.
Click here to learn more about Green Corps’ paid environmental organizing fellowship.
Our year-long program puts you in an intensive classroom training with people like Bill McKibben and other guest speakers. Then, you move to hands-on experience working with groups like Oceana, Audubon Society, The Wilderness Society and Mighty Earth to fight climate change, protect public lands and reform our food system. And when you graduate we will help you find a career with one for the nation’s leading environmental and social change groups.
We’re accepting the top 25 out of more than 1000 applicants for our 2020-2021 program. If you’re passionate about the environment and ready to learn and practice the craft of organizing, Click Here to apply!
Green Corps year long program begins in August 2020 with Introductory Classroom Training, and continues with field placements in multiple locations across the U.S. Candidates must be willing to relocate.
Green Corps
Green Corps is looking for college graduates who are ready to take on the biggest environmental challenges of our day. This is a paid fellowship and training program.
Click here to learn more about Green Corps’ paid environmental organizing fellowship.
Our year-long program puts you in an intensive classroom training with people like Bill McKibben and other guest speakers. Then, you move to hands-on experience working with groups like Oceana, Audubon Society, The Wilderness Society and Mighty Earth to fight climate change, protect public lands and reform our food system. And when you graduate we will help you find a career with one for the nation’s leading environmental and social change groups.
We’re accepting the top 25 out of more than 1000 applicants for our 2020-2021 program. If you’re passionate about the environment and ready to learn and practice the craft of organizing, Click Here to apply!
Green Corps year long program begins in August 2020 with Introductory Classroom Training, and continues with field placements in multiple locations across the U.S. Candidates must be willing to relocate.
Monday, September 16, 2019
Pathways Program - Recent Graduates
The Pathways Program is now hiring a Cartographer within the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA): https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/545565800
"The Recent Graduates Program targets recent graduates of trade and vocational schools, community colleges, universities, and other qualifying educational institutions or programs. To be eligible, applicants must apply within two years of degree or certificate completion.
Veterans who, due to military service, were unable to apply for positions, will have up to two years from their release or discharge from active duty, not to exceed six years after degree and/or certificate completion.
Successful applicants will be placed in a one-year career development program.."
The Pathways Program is now hiring a Cartographer within the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA): https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/545565800
"The Recent Graduates Program targets recent graduates of trade and vocational schools, community colleges, universities, and other qualifying educational institutions or programs. To be eligible, applicants must apply within two years of degree or certificate completion.
Veterans who, due to military service, were unable to apply for positions, will have up to two years from their release or discharge from active duty, not to exceed six years after degree and/or certificate completion.
Successful applicants will be placed in a one-year career development program.."
Friday, September 6, 2019
Fellowship
Food Recovery Network
Food Recovery Network is currently seeking candidates for various Fellowship opportunities, including communications and marketing, resource development, and programming. Our fellowships are a great, one or two year opportunity to have hands-on experience working for a national nonprofit committed to fighting food waste and feeding people. Our various positions offer opportunities for skill development in project planning, management, and implementation; collaboration; communication skills — both written and spoken; travel and experience supervising within a national nonprofit.
If you are interested, please see details on the position description for applying and contact our team at careers@foodrecoverynetwork.org.
Food Recovery Network
Food Recovery Network is currently seeking candidates for various Fellowship opportunities, including communications and marketing, resource development, and programming. Our fellowships are a great, one or two year opportunity to have hands-on experience working for a national nonprofit committed to fighting food waste and feeding people. Our various positions offer opportunities for skill development in project planning, management, and implementation; collaboration; communication skills — both written and spoken; travel and experience supervising within a national nonprofit.
If you are interested, please see details on the position description for applying and contact our team at careers@foodrecoverynetwork.org.
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