May 2006 Job Opportunities
Marine
and Coastal Resources Management - DC (Closing Date: May 31,
2006)
Extension
Educator-in-Residence - CT
Geographic
Information Systems Intern - CA (Closing Date: May 12, 2006)
Sea
Turtle Educators - FL
Sea
Grant Marine Advisory Program - AK
Irvine
Ranch Land Reserve Trust - CA
The
Nature Conservancy - USVI (Closing Date: May 31, 2006)
Invasive
Plant Control - Eastern US
GIS
Intern - MA
Environmental
Manager- MA |
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Marine
and Coastal Resources Management - DC (Closing Date: May 31, 2006)
From:
Gene Buck [mailto:GBUCK@crs.loc.gov]
Colleagues:
In
anticipation of my retirement in 5 or so years, CRS has posted
a position opening in "marine and coastal resources management."
The individual hired under this posting will work on policy analysis
for the U.S. Congress with me until I retire. Ideally, CRS would
like to hire someone mid-career, late 30s-early 40s, who would
be able to stay in the position for 20 +/- years. The position
can be found on CRS's employment page, under Environmental and
Natural Resources Policy, at:
http://www.loc.gov/crsinfo/
This
page also has links to background about CRS, etc. Closing date
on this posting in May 31, 2006. Please pass this along to whomever
might be interested.
I'd
be glad to answer any questions about CRS or this position ...
just drop me an e-mail.
Gene
Buck, Specialist in Natural Resources Policy
Congressional Research Service
gbuck@crs.loc.gov |
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| Extension
Educator-in-Residence - CT
POSITION
ANNOUNCEMENT
POSITION:
Assistant Extension Educator-in-Residence, Coastal Habitat Quality
Department of Extension
Connecticut Sea Grant College Program
University of Connecticut
LOCATION:
Avery Point Regional Campus, Groton, CT
POSITION
DESCRIPTION
The
successful candidate for this position will develop and conduct
Extension outreach education programs on coastal habitat quality,
primarily for decision makers in Connecticut's coastal communities.
The Extension educator will be a member of the Connecticut Sea
Grant College Program, and a faculty member in the Department
of Extension. The Sea Grant Program is a national partnership
between the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
and the nation's universities. He/she will be an integral member
of the Nonpoint Education for Municipal Officials (NEMO) program
team, a collaboration between Sea Grant and the Department of
Extension. For more information, refer to www.seagrant.uconn.edu/
and http://nemo.uconn.edu.
Duties
include: Develop and implement Extension programs to provide information,
education, and technical assistance to coastal communities and
other decision makers on the impacts of land use on coastal habitat
areas, including riparian buffers. This work will include, but
is not limited to: developing research results into Extension
education programs and materials for land use decision makers
and other audiences, including workshops (formal and informal),
publications, and web information; evaluation of programs; and
writing of grant proposals. As part of the Sea Grant team, the
successful candidate will work closely with other University faculty
and staff members to integrate new habitat programs with others
in Connecticut and nearby states. As part of the NEMO team, the
Extension educator will work in concert with the CT NEMO Director
and others to expand NEMO educational offerings in coastal areas,
making particular use of recent land cover and invasive species
research results generated by the UConn Center for Land Use Education
and Research (CLEAR).
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
An earned Master's degree and minimum of two years of experience
in a field related to coastal habitat ecology, land use planning,
or natural resource management. Demonstrated superior communication
skills, including public speaking and writing of educational materials.
Ability to work as an integral member of a diverse project team,
but must also work well independently. Willingness to travel and
to work evenings, as needed.
Desired:
Experience working with local land use officials on natural resource
issues, particularly habitat or water resource issues. Experience
in writing and managing grants. Familiarity with the internet,
geographic information system (GIS), and remote sensing technologies.
Familiarity with Sea Grant and/or Cooperative Extension non-advocacy,
research-based, educational programming.
SALARY,
AND BENEFITS: Salary commensurate with experience, with full benefits.
This is a grant funded position, with annual reappointment contingent
on performance and availability of funds. Must have driver's license,
own vehicle, and provide required insurance for work-related travel.
Mileage allowance provided.
CONTACT:
To apply, send a cover letter with curriculum vita and contact
information (including e-mails) for three references to: Nancy
Balcom, Connecticut Sea Grant College Program, University of Connecticut/Avery
Point, 1080 Shennecossett Road, Groton, Connecticut 06340-6048. Nancy.balcom@uconn.edu.
(860) 405-9107. This position will be open until a suitable candidate
is identified. Review of all applicants will begin on 26 June
2006. Applications from under-represented groups including minorities,
women and people with disabilities are encouraged. |
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Geographic
Information Systems Intern - CA
Title:
Geographic Information Systems Intern
Location: 201 Mission Street, San Francisco, California
Term: June 5th August 11th, 2006
Time: Full time
Stipend: $16 / hour USD
Essential
Functions
The
GIS Intern provides assistance to the GIS program staff at The
Nature Conservancy. The primary responsibility of the GIS Intern
will be cartographic production with some requisite data management.
The GIS Intern will work closely with TNC staff to assess map
needs and make recommendations of the best approach to ensure
a clean and information-rich product. The GIS Intern will be mentored
by other GIS and Planning staff to ensure skill development.
Required
Knowledge & Skills
·
Currently enrolled in geography, ecology, natural sciences, information
management or an equivalent program at university.
· Working knowledge of GIS & database systems such
as ArcGIS & MS Access
· Proven cartographic ability and information design skills
· Knowledge of biological data and ability to manipulate,
analyze and interpret these data
· Up to date on current trends in geospatial technology
· Proven organizational skills and attention to detail
· Excellent computer skills and proficiency in common applications
(Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc)
Please
Apply by May 12th
Email
resume and cover letter to:
resumes@tnc.org
Please
list job title in the subject line.
The
Nature Conservancy
201 Mission St., 4th Floor
San Francisco, CA 94105
Fax: 415-777-0244
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| Sea
Turtle Educators - FL
The
Loggerhead Marinelife Center is a non-profit (501-C-3) organization
located in Juno Beach, FL whose mission is "to promote conservation
of Florida's coastal ecosystems through education, research and
rehabilitation, with a special focus on threatened and endangered
sea turtles."
The
Loggerhead Marinelife Center (www.marinelife.org)
has an IMMEDIATE OPENING for a Summer Program Counselor in our
Jr. Marine Biologist Program. This is a paid full time seasonal
position. This person must be available to work May 29, 2006 to
August 4, 2006 Monday through Friday. Responsibilities include
instruction and organization of camp activities for children ages
6-14. This position requires knowledge of how young people learn;
classroom management; excellent public speaking skills; an upbeat,
flexible attitude; good interpersonal skills; and a desire to
get their hands (and feet) wet with the kids! Teaching or environmental
education experience preferred. Salary is $8 per hour.
Questions
should be directed to Leslie Figg, Director of Education at 561-627-8280
To apply, email your cover letter, resume and 3 references to:
leslie@marinelife.org
We
also have a position available as an Education Coordinator. Duties
include creating and implementing education programs including
guided field trips, pre-K, family, and adult programs, creating
printed educational materials, leading outreach presentations
to schools and community organizations, and assisting with the
Jr. Marine Biologist Program (day-camp type program).
The
ideal candidate will have: Bachelor's degree (or working toward
it) in environmental education/ biology/education or related field;
experience working with children; experience creating and implementing
environmental education programs for a variety of audiences; excellent
public speaking skills; an upbeat, flexible attitude; a desire
to get their hands (and feet) wet with the kids!
Salary
starts at $10 per hour, 30-40 hours per week; this is a grant-funded
position that ends May 2007, however we expect this to become
a full-time permanent position.
The
LMC is currently open Tues-Sat 10am-4pm, Sun 12pm-3pm. The schedule
for the Education Coordinator position will be Tue-Sat, but can
be somewhat flexible with hours. Guided field trip and outreach
programs normally occur weekday mornings; we would also like to
implement educational programming, such as Birthday Parties &
preschool programs, on the weekends.
Questions
should be directed to Leslie Figg, Director of Education &
Volunteer Services at 561-627-8280 x105
To
apply, email your cover letter, resume and 3 references to:
leslie@marinelife.org
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| Sea
Grant Marine Advisory Program - AK
UHi.
We are recruiting for a Sea Grant Marine Advisory Program agent,
to be stationed in Nome, Alaska (yes, there really is such a place).
This
is a new position. We've never had an agent in Nome. Please forward
this to anyone who might be interested in a truly unique life
experience, professionally and otherwise. Thanks. Kurt
Position
description at:
https://www.uakjobs.com
Kurt Byers
Education Services Manager
Alaska Sea Grant College Program
P.O. Box 755040
207C O'Neill Building
University of Alaska Fairbanks
Fairbanks, AK 99775-5040
Phone: 907-474-6702
Fax: 907-474-6285
http://www.uaf.edu/seagrant/staff/byers.html
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| Irvine
Ranch Land Reserve Trust - CA
ENVIRONMENTAL
POSITIONS
Irvine Ranch Land Reserve Trust (www.irlrtrust.org)
Orange County, California (CA)
FIELD
ECOLOGIST: We are seeking a creative, motivated, team-oriented
ecologist This field-based position is responsible for planning,
coordinating, and implementing ecological activities on open space
related to the Trust's management agreement with the City of Irvine,
part of the 50,000-acre Irvine Ranch Land Reserve. Includes species
and habitat monitoring, exotic species control, habitat restoration,
fire and fuels management, review of trail project design, and
assisting with field trips and volunteer workdays. Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in ecology, natural resources management or
a similar field and 3-5 years of related experience in land management.
A Master's degree is preferred.
SENIOR
PUBLIC PROGRAMS MANAGER: We are seeking an experienced manager
of public programs. This position leads, supervises and manages
a team of paid professionals and more than 150 volunteers that
conducts guided tour programs. Creates and produces broad and
targeted educational and informational programs and materials
that connect the public and user groups to the assets and resources
of the 50,000-acre Irvine Ranch Land Reserve. Also oversees recruitment,
management, and retention of volunteers. Qualifications: Bachelor's
degree and 3-5 years of experience in Public Programs, Interpretation,
Education, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.
Experience designing and implementing public programs is desired,
including interpretation, education and recreation on open space
and wildlands.
DIRECTOR
OF SCIENCE AND STEWARDSHIP: We are seeking an experienced professional
to lead and manage an interdisciplinary team of scientific and
technical experts responsible for refining and achieving the natural
resources conservation vision for the 50,000-acre Irvine Ranch
Land Reserve in Orange County, California. Directs all aspects
of the stewardship and science components of the Trust's activities.
Success will require building and managing a highly qualified
stewardship staff and collaborating with partners, colleagues
and public agencies to develop an innovative program of long-term
adaptive management. Develops and implements strategic plans,
annual work plans and program budgets, biological monitoring and
resource management plans. Qualifications: Requires working in
a fast-paced, practical, solution-oriented atmosphere, balancing
the needs of partners, landowners, nongovernmental organizations
and recreation advocates to achieve long-term sustainability of
natural resources on the Reserve. Advanced degree in biology,
ecology, natural resources management or a related field; A PhD
is strongly preferred. Five to seven years of experience applying
scientific knowledge and theory to land stewardship projects.
To
Apply: Please send a résumé to jobs@irlrtrust.org.
Please indicate in your correspondence that you are responding
to our announcement in www.EcoJobs.com. See also www.irlrtrust.org.
An Equal Opportunity Employer. Compensation: Excellent salary
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| The
Nature Conservancy - USVI
TPlease
find below an opportunity at The Nature Conservancy, Eastern Caribbean
Program. The position is based in St. Croix, US Virgin Islands.
Deadline
- May 31st, 2006. Additional details can be found at
http://www.nature.org/careers/index.html
Please
submit CV and cover letter to:
Nancy
Graff
Office Manager, Eastern Caribbean Program
The Nature Conservancy
3052 Little Princess
Christiansted, VI 00820
Tel: (340) 773-5575 Fax: (340) 773-1613
Email: easterncaribbean@tnc.org
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Partnership
Specialist
JOB
TITLE: PARTNERSHIP SPECIALIST
JOB FAMILY: International
JOB NUMBER: 3011
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
RELATED POSITION TITLES: INSTITUTIONAL DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST
ESSENTIAL
FUNCTIONS:
The Partnership Specialist works to develop and leverage strong
partner relationships with scientific/research organizations,
NGOs, governments, community organizations, indigenous groups,
national affiliates of international conservation and development
organizations, etc. S/he works closely with Northern Tropical
Andes Conservation Program staff, external affairs staff and other
Conservancy professional resources to implement systems and processes
that support all of the above-mentioned partnerships. Specific
systems and processes include: partner capacity-building to implement
key conservation strategies, partner scoping and identification,
partner profiles and organizational lifecycle stages, partner
selection, facilitation of on-going partner relations, partner
communications, organizational assessments, and integration of
financial management/grants training activities. S/he implements
impact measures with the Conservation Program and Region to indicate
the progress and/or obstacles of geographic programs in achieving
leverage through partnerships. S/he, in close coordination with
External Affairs staff, helps to raise funds for overall functional
initiatives and/or specific projects, by providing input for proposal
writing, negotiating with bilateral and multilateral agencies,
and cultivating donors, as needed.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:
1. Bachelors degree and 5-7 years experience in the
functional field, or equivalent. Masters degree may be preferred
or required.
2. Extensive experience on design and application of capacity-building
and training programs
3. Working knowledge of current trends in relevant discipline.
4. Excellent communications in English and Spanish.
5. Understanding of and relevant experience in the culture of
the country/region.
6. Demonstrated knowledge of the cultural norms and practices
of country and region
7. Supervisory experience, including ability to set objectives
and manage performance.
COMPLEXITY/PROBLEM
SOLVING:
1. Diagnoses complex problems and identifies creative solutions.
2. Cultivates the creative ideas of others to identify potential
solutions. Experiments to find creative solutions thinks
outside the box.
3. Designs, implements and directs multiple complex projects,
setting and meeting deadlines and ensuring program accountability.
4. Develop, propose and implement procedures to enhance overall
performance in accordance with strategic goals, sort and long
term objectives. Creative thinker.
5. Negotiate complex high profile or sensitive agreements. Resolve
complex issues that involve multiple program areas.
DISCRETION/LATITUDE/DECISION-MAKING:
1. Significant opportunity to act independently within broad program
goals.
2. Makes strategic decisions based on analysis, consultation with
others, experience and judgment.
3. Decisions may have program-wide impact.
RESPONSIBILITY/OVERSIGHT
FINANCIAL & SUPERVISORY:
1. Supervises organizations and administrative staff with responsibility
for performance management, training and development, as well
as monitors professional staff (consultants)
2. Responsibility and accountability for meeting NTA strategic
goals and objectives.
3. Overall responsibility for financial management of the capacity-building
program, including setting goals, analyzing results, and taking
corrective action
COMMUNICATIONS/INTERPERSONAL
CONTACTS:
1. Superb communication and presentation skills; ability to persuasively
convey the mission of TNC to diverse groups including government
agencies, multi-lateral organizations, NGO partners, and others
who are critical to the organizations overall prosperity
2. Ability to communicate professionally with a wide variety of
people of different cultures to develop, negotiate and/or implement
functional programs. Ability to train organizations and people
with different experience and education levels
3. Prepare and present project proposals and negotiate with bilateral
and multilateral agencies to achieve program goals.
4. Solicit program support through clear written communications,
including proposal writing and other written materials.
5. Leverage constructive and effective relationships inside and
outside the Conservancy. Work in partnership with other organizations
in a collaborative or advisory role.
WORKING
CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT:
1. Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
2. Willingness to travel 25-50% of time.
3. Work requires only minor physical exertion and/or physical
strain. Work environment involves only infrequent exposure to
disagreeable elements.
4. Position will be located in Caracas, Venezuela
The
Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer |
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Invasive
Plant Control - Eastern US
JOB
ANNOUNCEMENT (CONSERVATION)
POSITION
TITLE: Invasive Plant Control Intern
LOCATION: Eastern US
SUPERVISOR: Restoration Ecologist
CLOSING DATE: Open
RATE OF PAY: Hourly: $400-$500 per week (Interns), lodging, perdiem
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Applicants will have the opportunity to work in various natural
areas throughout the eastern United States. Projects range from
Pennsylvania to Georgia. Invasive Plant Control, Inc. will provide
you with the opportunity to conduct intensive habitat restoration
of many different native plant communities with the main emphasis
in on-the-ground invasive plant management. Invasive species are
the second leading cause of endangered species in the world.
IPC, Inc. is a privately owned company considered the leader
in the invasive plant control market in the US. IPC has a strong
focus on selective control in natural area settings.
Applicants selected will be subject to a government security
investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access
to classified information.
SPECIFIC
DUTIES:
Primary function will be to travel continuously throughout the
eastern US as part of an invasive plant management team and utilize
a variety of techniques including chemical, mechanical and biological
methods to control invasive exotic plants
REQUIREMENTS:
Valid drivers license; good communication skills; good physical
condition; ability to work with minimal supervision; ability to
travel for long periods of time away from home; ability to pass
pesticide applicator exams in various states.
Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines
Ability to work an irregular schedule and travel extensively
and on short notice.
Knowledge of current trends in invasive plant management
in natural areas.
Adapt, improvise, and overcome precarious situations.
Employees will be required to treat all invasive plant
species with minimal to no damage to native species in the area.
Position requires employee to wear the official Invasive
Plant Control, inc. uniform.
Position requires that employee wear proper safety equipment
while in field. Steel toed boots and prescription safety glasses
are the employees expense. IPC, Inc. will provide all other
safety equipment.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT:
Job involves the use of chemicals on a daily basis. Position requires
extensive chemical applications and the need to mix chemicals,
spray with low and high volume equipment, and rinse and clean
application devices. Applicant will be required to study and pass
pesticide applicator tests in all states he or she will work.
Job involves the use of chainsaws and brushcutters in dense
vegetation up to 8 hours per day.
Work requires physical exertion and/or muscular strain.
Work involves several disagreeable elements and/or exposure to
job hazards where there is possibility of injury.
Work is conducted in outdoor natural areas settings where
extreme temperatures and high humidity can present extreme work
conditions
Applicant will need to perform tasks in a natural area
setting where ticks, mosquitoes, venomous snakes, poison ivy and
other hazardous obstacles may create undesirable working conditions
Terrain may present the need for hiking up to 10 miles
in a day while packing up to 50 pounds of equipment.
Job involves an excessive amount of travel often times
traveling 3 week stretches at one time.
EDUCATIONAL
REQUIREMENTS:
As a minimum, applicant must be enrolled in a resource management
related program.
TRAINING/EDUCATIONAL
OPPORTUNITIES
Applicant will have the opportunity to participate in seminars
or training sessions regarding: Invasive plant removal techniques;
first aid; chainsaw and handtool safety; pesticide safety; pump
equipment; ATV use and orienteering
There will be opportunities to visit many culturally and
historically significant sites; attend educational workshops or
meetings concerning vegetation management and work alongside professionals
involved in many different areas of resource management.
To
Apply Call or Send Cover Letter and Resume To:
steve@ipc-inc.org
615-969-1309
Or
lee@ipc-inc.org
615-812-5313
www.invasiveplantcontrol.com
Lee
Patrick
VP Restoration Ecologist
Invasive Plant Control, Inc.
PO Box 50556
Nashville, TN 37205
Invasive
Plant Control, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Terms
of Employment:
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: This agency provides reasonable accommodations
during the application process to applicants with disabilities.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application
and hiring process, please contact us. The decision on granting
reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
ALL APPLICANTS ARE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, RELIGION,
COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX, POLITICAL AFFILIATION, AGE (WITH
AUTHORIZED EXCEPTIONS) OR ANY OTHER NONMERIT FACTOR.
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GIS
Intern - MA
JOB
TITLE: GEOGRAPHIC INFO. SYSTEMS (GIS) INTERN
FLSA STATUS: $12.00/hr
LOCATION: Boston, MA
DATES: 35 hrs/wk, June-August 2006
ESSENTIAL
FUNCTIONS:
This
individual will be responsible for providing GIS data and analysis
support for a project to assess and model river floodplain ecosystems
in the Connecticut River Watershed. The position involves supervised
work with GIS spatial data compilation, GIS attribute data development,
and some spatial analysis. Specific duties of the GIS Intern include
loading, converting, and projecting source GIS data (NWI, FEMA,
soils, etc.); standardizing attribute fields and values; clipping
and merging geographic datasets for specific areas of interest;
creating metadata, creating maps, and doing some overlay spatial
analysis. This position will be staffed out of the Eastern Regional
Science Office in Boston. The GIS Intern will be mentored by other
senior GIS analysts/modelers and ecologists to ensure skill development.
DUTIES:
·
GIS spatial data compilation
· GIS attribute data table field and value standardization
· Spatial Analysis
· Production of maps and charts
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:
·
Working knowledge of, and demonstrated experience with, ESRIs
ArcGIS (ArcCatalog, ArcMap, ArcToolbox)
· Working knowledge of the prevailing data models (coverage,
shapefile, GRID, and geodatabase
· Ability to compile, manipulate, analyze, and interpret
geographic data
· Experience with tabular database management, experience
with MS Excel, Access and dBase desirable
· Understanding of basic cartographic principles &
experience with map creation
· Proven organizational skills and attention to detail
· Ability to complete tasks within assigned time frames,
manage multiple priorities, and work independently
· Experience with natural resource and conservation planning
GIS, coursework in wetland ecology, aquatic ecology, or floodplain
ecosystems preferred
Send
resume & cover letter to:
Kim
Lutz
Connecticut River Program Director
The Nature Conservancy
11 Avenue de Lafayette, 5th Floor
Boston, MA 02111
klutz@tnc.org
413-584-1016
413-584-1017 (fax)
The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer |
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Environmental
Manager - MA
MIT
is hiring an environmental manager to jointly support the Institutes
hazardous waste management program and campus sustainability pro
gram within the EHS Office. This is a great opportunity to join
a vibrant and diverse campus environmental community.
To
Apply On-Line, please visit http://sh.webhire.com/Public/631/ and search under Keyword mit-00002906. Prospective employees can
visit MITs Human Resources website at http://web.mit.edu/hr/index.html
Job
Description
Title: Assistant Environment Health And Safety Officer
Req Number: mit-00002906
Department: Environment, Health And Safety Office
Location(s):
Cambridge MA
ASSISTANT
EHS OFFICER to provide technical, program development, and implementation
support in the areas of 1.) hazardous (chemical) waste management,
and 2.) campus sustainability initiatives as a professional tea
m member within the Environmental Management Program of MITs EHS
Office. The EHS Office provides comprehensive EHS services to
a diverse campus research, education and operations community.
Primary responsibilities for the hazardous waste management program
include supporting program development and implementation, pollution
prevention, and environmental compliance. Responsibilities for
the campus sustainability program include supporting t he development
and implementation of non-regulatory projects that minimize the
environmental impact of campus operations in the areas of: renewable
energy, alternative transportation fuels and vehicles, energy
efficiency and conservation, recycling, waste minimization, sustainable
design, behavioral change, and sustainability awareness and education.
REQUIREMENTS: a minimum of 3-5 years professional experience in
an environmental field including hazardous waste management and/or
environment al sustainability programs, preferably in a college
or university setting. Knowledge of and experience with federal
and state environmental regulation s, as well as general familiarity
of sustainability issues including energy conservation and efficiency,
renewable energy, green building, pollution prevention, alternative
transportation, waste minimization, recycling, and outreach is
essential. Candidate should have strong analytic skills, be detail
oriented and highly motivated with a strong bias for taking initiative
and action. Strong interpersonal and oral and written communication
skills are needed. Candidate must work well in team settings,
and have ability to build coalitions with a diverse student, faculty,
and staff population. Must me willing and able to learn new subject
matter quickly, and be proficient in general office computing
requirements, including database management. A bachelors degree
in an environmental management-related discipline, including engineering,
physical science, biological science, chemistry, or management
; or equivalent experience in environmental management is required.
Additional experience or a masters degree is desirable. Specific
Responsibilities May Include:In the area of the campus sustainability
program:- Support the coordination of diffuse sustainability efforts
of staff, faculty, and students.
- Provide research and analysis on emerging sustainability issues
on campus.
- Develop case study and benchmarking materials on environmental
performance.
- Publicize, promote, and communicate through websites and other
media MITs sustainability efforts within and outside the campus
community, including developing and writing outreach material
for a variety of target audiences, including newsletters and articles.
- Review existing program web content and develop updated material.
- Assist in the development and oversight of student campus sustainability
research projects.
- Work directly with students and faculty to identify and implement
projects.
- Staff events and display tables to build awareness of and educate
MIT community members on campus sustainability issues.
- Provide grant administration support for on-going grants; and
- Manage and provide programmatic support for numerous special
projects as necessary.In the area of the hazardous waste management
program:
- Assist in the development, monitoring and evaluation of the
hazardous chemical waste program and other environmental programs
to ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations.
- Work as the member of a team to develop and implement policies,
procedures, and systems related to the Environmental Management
Program and EHS Management System.
- Provide consultation to the MIT community on matters of waste
management and minimization.
- Develop and implement training and educational programs related
to hazardous waste management, environmental programs, and pollution
prevention.
- Establish and maintain cooperative relations and communicate
effectively with a range of individuals in all of MITs departments,
labs and centers.
- Assist in the preparation of the annual budgetary requirements
for hazardous waste program operations.
- Maintain computer programs, paperwork, and databases for the
management of hazardous waste.
- Interface with hazardous waste service providers to ensure efficient
high quality service to MIT.
- Assist in the identification, development, and implementation
of pollution prevention opportunities, particularly in the area
of laboratory chemical use.
To
Apply On-Line, please visit http://sh.webhire.com/Public/631/ and search under Keyword mit-00002906. Prospective employees can
visit MITs Human Resources website at http://web.mit.edu/hr/index.html |
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