[job]: UW Recycling and UW Garbology Project

UW Recycling and the UW Garbology Project are hiring a student assistant to work with office and project staff to develop outreach materials and programs.  This position is an ideal part-time job for an advanced undergraduate with an interest in sustainability and waste diversion.  Work hours are flexible, and the position carries up to 150 hours of funded work from summer 2013 through fall quarter 2013.
 
The Outreach and Communications Coordinator will work with UW Recycling and the UW Garbology Project (UWGP) to develop marketing and communications materials and strategies to educate and engage the UW community in waste reduction efforts.  A primary focus will be disseminating information relevant to the recently funded CSF project, The Denny Project: The Future of Waste at UW, where we studied the impact select waste diversion programs implemented in Denny Hall had on overall waste composition generated in the building.
Responsibilities:
  • Research and write content for newsletters, articles, press releases and other relevant campus media
  • Manage and update social media content and post regularly to UWGP and UW Recycling Facebook pages
  • Assist with preparation for relevant campus events such as First-Year Orientation and the Sustainability Summit
  • Assist with creative concept planning for educational campaigns and videos.
  • Design posters, flyers, brochures, and other promotional materials related to the Denny Project
  • Design qualitative survey gauging the effectiveness of the programs implemented during the Denny Project
  • Take photos and manage photo library relevant to the Denny Project
  • Build resource library and make connections with key campus partners and stakeholders interested in waste reduction initiatives

To apply for this position, login to Husky Jobs: https://www.huskyjobs.washington.edu

Position Number: 70531


Greetings Lettuce Link friends, volunteers and community supporters! 

We’re Hiring!

Michelle Bates-Benetua, Lettuce Link Program Manager, recently announced that she will be moving on from Lettuce Link. Read Michelle’s thoughts and please share the job posting widely. 

We’re also hiring an AmeriCorps member for 2013-2014. This job is a great fit if you’re passionate about farming, food security, and garden education. 

Lately we’ve been:

  • Harvesting 400 pounds of produce for local food banks at Marra Farm and the Seattle Community Farm with the help of over 445 volunteers
  • Teaching gardening and nutrition at Marra Farm each week to over 150 studentsfrom Concord International Elementary School
  • Facilitating kid-led cooking workshops at Concord International Elementary
  • Providing seeds and starts to over 1037 food bank clients in April, allowing people to grow their own food to feed their families
  • Coordinating the delivery of over 4200 plant starts to giving gardens from the volunteer-led Wallingford and Ballard Greenhouses
  • Cheering the launch of the Seattle Giving Garden Network website. Register your giving garden on the map! 

Volunteer Opportunities


Upcoming Events

June 25, 6pm
Lettuce Link Volunteer Appreciation Dinner
Current, former, and future volunteers welcome! Be inspired by Sue McGann’s beautiful backyard garden in NE Seattle. Contact Robin for the address and to RSVP. 


Wishing you a May of spinach and flowering pea vines,

The Lettuce Link staff ~
Michelle, Sue, Scott, Robin, Amelia, Mariah, and Mandy

Our spring intern Mollycooks herbed-tofu tacosat Marra Farm with second graders!

We’re hiring! Please share widely the announcements about the open Lettuce Link Program Managerand Apple Corps AmeriCorps member positions.
Pete Lawrence of the Queen Anne P-Patch Giving Garden explains why he believes in growing and giving

Position Title: North Pacific Groundfish Observers 

Agency/Location: AIS, Inc. (contractor no NMFS). Positions located in ports along the Gulf of Alaska and the Bering Sea.

Responsibilities: Work at sea collecting and recording fish catch/discard and biological samples for the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) aboard commercial fishing vessels. Observers record detailed information on the gear and fishing activity of the vessels. Vessels range from 40 ft to 125 ft and trips are 2 to 10 days. After attending 1 to 4 week paid training course observers are deployed from ports throughout the Bering Sea and the Gulf of Alaska. 

Qualifications: A BS in Marine Biology or other natural science is require including 30 semester hours of biological course work including at least one course that required extensive use of dichotomous keys and 5 semester hours of mathematics consisting of at least one math course and one statistic course. Previous observer experience, sea and fish research experience strongly preferred  A valid driver’s license and US passport are required. 

Compensation: Starting rate atre $15.00 per hour plus health/dental insurance/vision, vacation. sick and holiday benefits. Experienced observers may be paid at higher rates depending on qualifications and experience. Overtime is paid for hours worked in excess of 8 hours in a day or 40 hours in a week. 

Closing: Open until filled

Contact: If you would like to apply, please click the following link http://goo.gl/CR1fG to submit the required information: resume, cover letter, at least 3 professional references (name, email, and phone number), latest NPGOP evaluation (is applicable , and unofficial copies of your college transcripts. 

For more information please visit the AIS, Inc. website www.aisobservers.com



[job] Nature Consortium Restoration Program Manager

Nature Consortium is a 501©(3) non-profit organization. Printed on 100% post-consumer waste.

CONNECTING PEOPLE, ARTS & NATURE

Nature Consortium

4408 Delridge Way SW #107

Seattle, WA 98106

(206) 923-0853 WWW.NATUREC.ORG

Nature Consortium, a registered 501c(3) Seattle based not for profit, is in search of a Restoration Program Manager to work within our Urban Forest Restoration Program. This position will start the week of June 10th and is a full time position.

Position Overview: The Restoration Program Manager (RPM) is responsible for developing habitat restoration projects within the upland forest of the West Duwamish Greenbelt for implementation by community volunteers through events in which the RPM shares responsibility of managing and leading with the Field Coordinator. The RPM’s key responsibilities include teaching environmental education lessons in the field and the classroom to diverse audiences, developing fee for service relationships, managing programmatic operations, and undertaking restoration project management actions such as project development and implementation. Duties also include community outreach, data management, budgeting and reporting, communications with partner organizations and agencies, and occasional grant writing.

This position reports directly to the Restoration Program Director and serves as an advisor and in field supervisor for the Field Coordinator. The RPM will work closely with the Restoration Program Director in project implementation and program facilitation; coordination between other staff members as well as community partners, agencies, and volunteers. The RPM will work at project sites within the West Duwamish Greenbelt and Duwamish Head as well as with local West Seattle public and private schools and community centers. The successful candidate will work both in our office and in the field at our restoration sites. Some Saturdays and evenings are required.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Program Implementation:

 Manage volunteer events on a rotating basis during the week and on Saturdays.

 Coordinate with Restoration Program Director in planning Nature Consortium signature events, field projects, materials acquisition and site documentation.

 Manage project metrics through Salesforce, CEDAR, and Excel (volunteer data, work logs, plant lists, tool inventory, monitoring data, etc.)

 Volunteer recruitment and stewardship

 Responsible for overall management of volunteer supplies/materials including stocking volunteer supplies, gloves, hospitality/snack items, sign-in sheets, and t-shirt bin.

 Work with volunteer coordinator to secure snack/hospitality/materials donations for restoration program

 Manage & implement equipment maintenance (vehicle, tools, etc.)

 Develop, manage, and implement environmental education curriculums, lessons, and projects

 Manage & implement all monitoring for restoration sites including photo points, vegetation plots, post restoration plots, etc.

Program Supervision:

 Serve as on-site program manager for Nature Consortium in the absence of Restoration Program Director.

 Assist Restoration Program Director with management and supervision of Field Coordinator.

 Supervise, motivate, educate, and inspire Nature Consortium volunteers, interns, and school/community groups.

 Responsible for ensuring that volunteer restoration work and environmental education projects and objectives are met with efficiency and high level of quality.

 Lead by example while working alongside volunteers & Field Coordinator in all weather conditions.

 Manage fee for service and environmental education projects.

 Responsible for working with Restoration Program Director to grow and augment environmental education projects and partnerships with area schools and community centers.

Nature Consortium is a 501©(3) non-profit organization. Printed on 100% post-consumer waste.

CONNECTING PEOPLE, ARTS & NATURE

Communication:

 Prepare oral and written reports including: daily work logs, project summaries, equipment inventory and maintenance logs, performance evaluation, incident reports, and progress reports and invoices for Seattle Parks and other potential funders.

 Conduct audience appropriate trainings and presentations in areas such as project orientation, tool & workplace safety, environmental restoration, volunteer event leadership/management skills, and natural resource management.

 Serve as a program & organizational liaison to partner organizations, schools, & agencies.

 Meet frequently with Restoration Director to discuss projects and output.

Program Support:

 Enforce policies and procedures of Nature Consortium and ensure adherence to program goals and mission.

 Assist with enforcement and improvement of program systems and infrastructure.

 Support Restoration Program Director in program metrics evaluations.

 Participate in grant writing opportunities as needed.

 Ensure program calendars are up to date.

Qualifications:

 2 years minimum experience with forest restoration with knowledge of NW native & invasive plants, urban forestry and ecology

 Educational background or working experience with environmental education

 Ability to collaborate with a wide range of volunteers, community groups, partners, staff and board members

 Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal – must be comfortable speaking to groups

 Basic computer literacy including ability to use Word, Excel, Publisher, Outlook, etc.

 Ability to lift 25-50 lbs. (tools, plants, trees, etc.) and walk in uneven terrain

 Ability & desire to work under physically demanding conditions

 Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record

 Possess a strong understanding of environmental issues

 Committed to social justice empowerment work

 Positive attitude, energetic personality, and sense of humor

Additional Desired Qualifications

 Bachelor’s degree in natural sciences or environmental education

 Management experience

 Experience working with CRM; Salesforce a plus

 Working knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS

 First Aid & CPR certification

 A well-developed anti-racism/anti-oppression analysis and relevant skills

Status: Full-time with medical, dental & vision benefits and a generous paid leave policy. Salary is competitive and depends on experience.

Applications and inquires:

Resumes and questions can be e-mailed to lili@naturec.org.

Nature Consortium is a 501©(3) non-profit organization. Printed on 100% post-consumer waste.

CONNECTING PEOPLE, ARTS & NATURE

Persons of Color strongly encouraged to apply

Nature Consortium is an equal opportunity employer. No applicant will be discriminated against because of race, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, age, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, or sensory, mental or physical disability.

Organization Description: Nature Consortium’s mission is to connect people, arts and nature. Our programs include an urban forest restoration program, a youth art program, and our annual Arts in Nature Festival. More information on our programs can be found at www.naturec.org.


The National Park Service is looking for a student trainee to work as a cartographic technician. Positions are available in both Seattle as well as San Francisco. It is full time, and the position may not exceed one year. Salaries begin at $29,865.00 per year. 

The application deadline is Friday, May 17th, 2013

Apply at https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/343261500


Greetings,

The City of Bellevue has two temporary positions open for full time summer work (June 3-September 6)- working with teens on restoration and trail resurfacing projects Monday through Friday from 8 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.  Please pass this along. This is open until filled.

Well KEPT Position Announcement and Information: https://apply.govjobstoday.com/JobAnnouncement.aspx?jid=3079

Video about Position: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7kKVLsv9pu4

Thanks!

Alexandra DySard
Park Ranger – Environmental Programs Coordinator 
City of Bellevue – Parks & Community Services
Office: 425-452-4195
Mobile: 425-864-1569
ADySard@bellevuewa.gov


The United Way of King County is offering a full time summer position for students with an interest in food security issues. 

99,000 low-income children and teenagers in King County count on free or discounted meals during the school year, but less than 10% access free meals during the summer. By working with the One Million Meals Campaign, you can work to end childhood hunger and develop professional skills by working on outreach, planning and implementation for free summer meals programs for low-income kids!

The position is from June 18th to August 26th, including training. This is a full time position, but hours will be flexible depending on site. If you are unable to work 40 hours per week, but are still interested in the campaign, contact the part-time One Million Meals Campaign Intern position at basicneeds@uwkc.org

To apply: Please submit a resume and cover letter to basicneeds@uwkc.org. Cover letter should include previous experience, any speacial skills to share with children (dance, football, etc.), and leadership experience. Also indicate preference (Federal Way, Des Moines, South Seattle, Seatac, Renton, North Seattle, Central Seattle). Living allowance of $1069/month, as well as Segal Americorps Education award ($1,174.60 upon completion of service term) OR post-service cash stipend ($125/month). Bus pass and training provided.

Priority deadlines is May 3rd. Apply and find more information at http://volunteerinternjob.wordpress.com/2013/04/24/one-million-meals-campaign/


The ASUW Experimental College office, stationed in the Husky Union Building, is hiring several part-time student employees for the 2013-2014 academic year, including a Director and Assistant Director for the College. These positions, ranging from 15 hours per week to 25 hours per week, are ideal for students interested in gaining non-profit management experience and delving into marketing, design, or accounting.
 
The Experimental College provides students with non-credit, low-stress classes in a variety of subjects, from Ballet and Tango to Didgeridoo and Massage. Our quarterly catalog contains 150 classes taught by local community members, and is distributed at over 300 locations in the greater Seattle area. Our staff work alongside 100 or more instructors, registering 5000-6000 people for our classes per year. 
 
Conveniently located in the Husky Union Building, our entirely student-run office maintains a relaxed and friendly atmosphere while providing quality customer service to students and members of the general public alike. 
We are seeking qualified applicants for the following positions:
Director
Assistant Director
Catalog Editor
Public Relations Coordinator
Accountant
For full descriptions of the positions available and to apply, please visit jobs.asuw.org. Applications close Sunday, April 28th.

4-6 summer “Temporary Sales and Outreach Representative” positions are open at Cascadia Consulting. Click the image above for full details.