[job]: LiMPETS Coordinator

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LiMPETS Coordinator
Full-time, 40 hours per week

Deadline to apply: August 16th, 2011

The Farallones Marine Sanctuary Association is a non-profit organization whose mission is to protect Gulf of the Farallones National Marine Sanctuary habitats and wildlife through the development of a diverse community of informed and active ocean stewards.

Program description: The Association in partnership with the Gulf of the Farallones, Monterey Bay, and Channel Islands national marine sanctuaries conducts LiMPETS, Long-term Monitoring Program and Experiential Training for Students. LiMPETS is an environmental monitoring and education program for students, educators, and volunteer groups. This hands-on program was developed to monitor the ocean and coastal ecosystems of California’s national marine sanctuaries to increase awareness and stewardship of these important areas. Locally, the LiMPETS program serves middle, high schools and colleges in the San Francisco Bay area. Monitoring activities take place on beaches and rocky intertidal areas in and around the Gulf of the Farallones and northern Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuaries. Visit the LiMPETS website for more information,http://limpetsmonitoring.org.
Position description: The LiMPETS Coordinator will provide the primary instructional and day-to-day administrative coordination for LiMPETS. Primary responsibilities include:

  • Lead LiMPETS programs, both in the classroom and in the field.
  • Coordinate schedule, provide program support and follow-up with partners and teachers regionally and statewide.
  • Ensure consistency and accuracy of student-generated monitoring data. Conduct data analyses.
  • Oversee equipment and supplies.
  • Maintain a safe environment for all students during monitoring activities.
  • Assist in planning and implementation of annual teacher professional development series.
  • Assist in the development and enhancement of LiMPETS resources, including website, online data entry system and curriculum.
  • Support FMSA/GFNMS education programs and objectives.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelors or Masters Degree in environmental education, biology, marine science, or related field.
  • Environmental research or monitoring field experience required.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience teaching environmental, outdoor or science programs to students grades 6-12.
  • Ability to inspire and engage youth of all abilities, aptitudes and backgrounds.
  • Excellent classroom management and public speaking skills.
  • Knowledge of marine science concepts, local marine invertebrates, and California natural history.
  • Strong computer skills and experience with statistical software (NCSS) desired.
  • Good driving record and ability to pass online government Driver Safety Course. Reliable transportation to and from Sanctuary office in the Presidio, San Francisco.
  • Flexible; willingness to work occasional early mornings, evenings and weekends.

Start date: September 1, 2011
Compensation: $37,440, full time, exempt, with benefit package. 
How to apply: Please send a cover letter, resume, and references (3) to Amy Dean, Education Manager, adean@farallones.org.

[internship]: Garden Internship – International Rescue Committee/Cascade Land Conservancy

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[internship]: Garden Internship – International Rescue Committee/Cascade Land Conservancy

Here is an internship working with refugees and King County-area food/agriculture-related organizations to create classes at a community garden.  It’s a great opportunity for those interested in agriculture, food justice, community outreach and organizing, teaching, and volunteer coordinating. Could you possibly forward this to your undergraduate listserves and any other potentially interested groups? Thank you much!

volunteer with Seattle Inner City Outings

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WHAT  ICO is a completely autonomous (all-volunteer led) organization whose mission is to connect local adults with under-served schools in order to enjoy, protect and explore the natural world. 
WHO  Adult volunteers commit to leading or attending five, monthly trips with established partnerships through Seattle Public Schools during the school year.
HOW Training is provided.  Leaders are trained in CPR/First Aid, risk management, non-profit management, trip planning, and environmental education.  2011-12 training is scheduled for Aug 27 and 28, an overnight at the Washington Alpine Club cabin at the Snoqualmie pass.
WHY Here’s 3 reasons why should join:

1.  Gain valuable work experience!
This is basically FREE skills training and looks really good on a resume:
leadership development * environmental education * fund raising & grant writing *communications/event planning * volunteer recruitment * etc.

2.  Help connect youth with local, environmental issues
Be the change you wish to see in the world!!!

3.  Networking!!
ICO has been a supportive community for me over the past 5 years.  I have developed lasting friendships and contacts who have served as references for me and continued to help me create and clarify how to turn my interests into occupations.

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[internship]: Sustainable Research Intern

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Sustainability Research Intern

 

Sustainable Business Consulting (SBC) is a Seattle-based consulting firm that delivers improved profitability through sustainable business practices. We believe that business is the best way to solve the huge financial, social, and environmental challenges facing our world today.

 

We are looking for an independent, hard-working, and motivated intern to help us with the following:

 

Internship Job Responsibilities include:

·                  Conducting in-depth research and analyses on key sustainability issues within the global market

·                  Providing support on various sustainability assignments 

·                  Identifying case studies around sustainability and organizational change

·                  Supporting company presentations and speaking engagements

·                  Perform various administrative tasks as needed

 


Qualifications

·         Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills

·         Proven research experience

·         Demonstrated interest in sustainability as it applies to business management

·         Proficient in MS Office suite, especially PowerPoint

·         Quick learner, willingness to take on any task (e.g. data entry, research, whatever is needed)

·         Solid work ethic, positive can-do attitude, high standard of professionalism

 

Timeframe and Compensation

This internship is intended for college students or recent graduates who will be with us 15 hours per week for 3 months.  The intern must work in the office 2 days/week. We can work with you and your advisor to ensure you receive college credit for the internship. 

 

Starting right away – Mid-August

 

The position is volunteer and unpaid, but will be working directly for the CEO and senior staff to support high level presentations and speaking engagements. Moreover, we are not only committed to teaching you about sustainable business but also supporting your career development.  Please do not apply if you are looking for a paid position. 

 

Application Details

Please e-mail your resume, cover letter, and two references to:

Emily at emily[at]sustainablebizconsulting.com.  Deadline is Aug. 14. Interviews to be conducted week of August 15. 

 

No phone calls please.

 

 

APPLICATION DEADLINE August 14, 2011

Focus the Nation

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Dear Student,

Are you an Innovator, Politico, Technician or Storyteller (or maybe a combination of a few)?  Your passion and skills are needed to drive creative clean energy solutions on your campus and in your community.

Focus the Nation, a national organization committed to clean energy leadership development, is now planning our next cycle of Forums-to-Action (F2A) for the upcoming 2011-2012 academic year.

Our F2A program engages hundreds of millennials on strategically selected campuses across the nation each year developing their Clean Energy Leadership skills.  Our program prepares you to moderate high-level multi-sector panel discussions on campus that develop and implement dynamic solutions in your local community.  

By taking part in F2A you will gain leadership skills, knowledge of clean energy, and professional development. You will also have the opportunity to earn:

·  Federal Work Study money (for eligible students)

·  Independent Study Credit

·  Service-Learning Credit

More information about the F2A program and the 2012 Theme:  Energy Innovation can be found on our web site.   

If you are interested in this dynamic leadership opportunity please don’t hesitate to contact me at 503-224-9440 or sasha@focusthenation.org.  Also, please feel free to share this opportunity with other students who are interested in taking the lead on clean energy solutions!

All the best,

Sasha

–

Sasha Tenzin

 

Clean Energy Leadership Intern | FOCUS THE NATION
240 N. Broadway, Suite 212 | Portland, OR 97227 | 503 224 9440| www.focusthenation.org

Empowering a generation to power a nation.

 

Recent coverage of FTN in the New York Times

[Course]: CFR 521D Yakama Nation Autumn 2011

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[Course]: CFR 521D Yakama Nation Autumn 2011

This course (for full information, click on the link above) is a two-credit, overnight field-trip to the Yakama Nation on October 6 and 7. While a 2 credit course will not complete the minimum category requirement, the credits can count towards the ‘Human and Social Dimensions’ perspectives requirement of the Environmental Studies major or minor.

[training] State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) Basics and Beyond

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State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) Basics and Beyond August 24th9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Issaquah, WACost: $150/$150* Instructor: Annie Szvetecz & Neil Aaland, AICP The basic overview section is designed to provide participants with a general overview of the purpose of SEPA, the procedural requirements of the SEPA rules, and how SEPA can be used in decision-making. Participants will learn how to: 

  • Determine when SEPA environmental review is required
  • Evaluate a proposal and make a threshold determination
  • Issue SEPA documents
  • Provide public notice
  • Consider comments
  • Use SEPA supplemental authority to condition or deny a proposal

Who should attend? 

  • Beneficial agency staff, tribes, attorneys and consultants
  • Members of environmental organizations and interested citizens

[ More Information ]  *Reduced tuition is available to employees of Native American tribes, government agencies, and nonprofits; students; and NAEP, NEBC, NWAEP members.

Take more courses and save! – Include the promotional code, seen within the order confirmation, and save 50 dollars on your next NWETC course.
Northwest Environmental Training Centera 501©(3) non-profit program of EOS Alliance |  www.nwetc.org | 425-270-3274

[volunteer] Geoduck Aquaculture Project Field Trips

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We are continuing our investigation of the ecological effects of geoduck clam aquaculture on beaches in Puget Sound. We’ll be doing a variety of work over the next two months: collecting/preserving benthic core samples, photo-quadrats, epibenthic pump and excavation samples, crab and fish tagging and tissue collection. This work will take a lot of people-power to complete and we’re looking for folks to help out. The remaining dates for August are below. Please respond to this email with questions

DETAILS:
Each day we’ll depart from the loading dock on the west side of the Fisheries Sciences Building (FSH, aka SAFS; across from Recycled cycles). Please try to be there about 10 minutes before the departure time so we can load all of the gear. We will most likely head straight to our research sites without delay so plan on packing a travel mug if you need java to keep yourself motivated. Once we get to the sites we’ll give everyone an overview of the survey design and divide up into groups to complete tasks. Our trips typically take 7-8 hours.

ITEMS YOU SHOULD BRING: 
Dress in layers and expect to get muddy/dirty. This time of year a wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen are often a good idea. If you have rubber boots, please bring them. You should also bring rain gear (rain pants or overalls might help you stay a bit cleaner too). If you’re lacking boots or rain gear, please let us know and we’ll find something for you. You should also pack a lunch. Please let me know if you have any questions. Again, thank you for contributing to this study. We appreciate your help.

SCHEDULE:
Wednesday, 8/10/2011: depart UW at 4:15AM; Foss site (core samples, photos, epibenthic pump samples)
Thursday, 8/11/2011: depart UW at 5:00 AM:  Manke site (core samples, photos, epibenthic pump samples)
Thursday, 8/11/2011: depart UW at 6:30 AM: Stratford site (core samples, excavation samples, photos)

cheers,

Sean

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P. Sean McDonald, PhD
Lecturer, Program on the Environment
Research Associate, School of Aquatic & Fishery Sciences
University of Washington
Box 355020
Seattle, WA 98195-5020
PoE office: 206-616-2186
SAFS office: 206.221.5456
psean@uw.edu