[job]: UW Recycling Recycling Project Coordinator

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UW Recycling has  one opening for a Recycling Project Coordinator. This position would begin immediately and is a 6-month paid position with the opportunity to work full-time during the summer and part-time during Fall quarter (weekly hours are flexible). We’re looking for qualified and dedicated students interested in environmental issues and sustainability to build their overall skills and experience.

To view the full job description and apply, interested and qualified candidates should sign in to Husky Jobs, www.huskyjobs.washington.edu/students/and search by job number: 6137

See full job description below!

UW Recycling MiniMax Recycling Project Coordinator

Start Date: Immediately

Hours/Times: Negotiable

Compensation: $12 per hour

General Description:

Under the direction of the Program Operations Manager, provide specialized coordination of the MiniMax program, a campus-wide recycling and solid waste campaign that advocates personal responsibility of waste generation and disposal by promoting minimum waste and maximum recycling.

General job responsibilities include:

Provide coordination of the MiniMax program, a campus-wide recycling and solid waste program on the main UW campus. Work with Recycling & Solid Waste staff regarding implementation of the MiniMax program and installation of the recycling and waste collection containers. Resolve inquiries and complaints regarding the program and its implementation.

Coordinate and conduct “building-to-building” education and outreach to promote the program and overall waste reduction efforts. This includes site visits and developing detailed installation plans. Advise UW faculty, staff, students, and the general public regarding the policies and procedures for the MiniMax program.

Work directly with Manager and Program Coordinators to implement the MiniMax program campus-wide. Develop and distribute promotional and educational material as needed.  Assemble, label, or otherwise prepare recycling and waste containers for installation. Assist in distribution and placement of collection containers at each participating building.  

Conduct systems analysis on effectiveness of program and its impact on overall waste diversion efforts. Identify efficiencies and needed areas of improvement.

Maintain and update department equipment inventory records and MiniMax building list; perform physical inventories as required.

Use word processing, graphics, statistical, spreadsheet and database software as required.

Provide general administrative support to Recycling & Solid Waste staff as required. 

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Pursuing an undergraduate degree or a Masters degree Good oral and written communications skills

Good project coordination skills

Good customer service skills

Desirable Qualifications

Experience conducting educational outreach or coordinating promotions/campaigns

Experience and/or interest in recycling, composting or related field (eg. solid waste management, waste prevention, etc.)

[job]: Sustainable Technology Research Fellow

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SUSTAINABLE TECHNOLOGY RESEARCH FELLOW

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Oberlin College invites applications for the position of Sustainable

Technology Research Fellow. The successful candidate will assist in

the development and management of a novel technological system of

building and bioregional “dashboards” and other devices that provide

city and college residents with environmentally and socially

contextualized real-time feedback on electricity and water flows

through college, residential and commercial buildings and through the

City of Oberlin. We seek a recent college graduate (or equivalent

experience) with advanced computer skills and experiences and

excellent organizational skills who is excited by the opportunity to

develop and manage novel technology designed to motivate and empower

citizens to take better care of the environment.  Applications will be

reviewed starting 5/1 and applicants will be considered until the

position is filled (6/1 limit).  Graduating seniors and recent

graduates with appropriate skills are encouraged to apply.  A full

description and instructions for application are posted at:

new.oberlin.edu/home/jobs/jobs_detail.dot?id=3872517

[job]: EarthCorps Corpsmember June – December 2012

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EarthCorps is now accepting applications for the following position:

 

2012 Corpsmember (June – December)

 

POSITION SUMMARY:

The corpsmember position is a training-level, seasonal position with EarthCorps, offered through the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS). As such, all applicants must meet the requirements to become an AmeriCorps member and abide by AmeriCorps policies.  AmeriCorps members will join participants from around the world as they work to restore the environment of the Pacific Northwest. EarthCorps has trained environmental leaders from the following countries: Bolivia, Brazil, Cameroon, China, Georgia, Ghana, Jamaica, Liberia, Mongolia, Namibia, Nepal, Pakistan, Panama, Philippines, Russia, Serbia, Slovakia, Tanzania, Uganda, United States, Uzbekistan, and many more!

 

Corpsmembers spend 80% of their time in the field engaged in environmental restoration projects throughout the Puget Sound region (in urban, suburban, and rural settings). Restoration is physically demanding service that takes place outdoors in all weather conditions. Projects can include stream and salmon habitat restoration, erosion control, invasive plant removal (weed removal), native plant installation, trail construction and maintenance, and volunteer management. Corpsmembers spend 20% of their time in classes, workshops, and field trainings as part of EarthCorps’ education program. Education sessions mirror the learning goals of the EarthCorps experience, with curriculum covering basic botany and ecology of the Pacific Northwest, environmental restoration theories and concepts, topics in natural resource management and global environmental issues, leadership skills, and interpersonal and cross-cultural communication.

 

CORPSMEMBER TERMS OF SERVICE:

  • STATUS: Temporary, non-exempt – Enrolled through CNCS
  • PERIOD: June 4 – December 13, 2012
  • RATE OF PAY: Living stipend of approx. $1,120/month
  • TYPICAL HOURS OF SERVICE: 7:20 a.m. – 5 p.m. Tuesday – Saturday, alternating Sat.  and Mon. off

 

BENEFITS:

  • AmeriCorps education award of $2775 upon completion of 900 hours
  • Days off permissible as designated by EarthCorps
  • Holidays will be paid as designated by EarthCorps
  • Medical Insurance
  • ORCA Pass for bus transportation
  • Education & Training
  • Boots, pants, T-shirt, rain gear and safety equipment provided

 

TO APPLY:

Click here to view a full position description and obtain information regarding application requirements. 

[job]: Summer camp instructor for the Northwest School

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Hi! My name is Van,

I am the summer camp director for the Northwest School and I am
currently looking for someone to teach the following subjects:

· Fun Marine Biology: Puget Sound

· Fun Zoology: Spiders and Insects of WA State

· Fun Life Science: Human Body

Hoang thought that you might have a network of people who would be
interested in this opportunity. I am looking for just 1 person to teach
all three classes. For more information on our camp, you can visit:
http://www.northwestschool.org/summer
The camp is a total of 6 weeks (July 2 – August 10), but broken down
into 3 2-week sessions. We would like the person to teach all 3 weeks as
well as come to faculty orientation (June 26-29) and camp breakdown
(August 13& 14). Pay is approximately $18-22/hr DOE.

Our campers range in age from 10-18 and approximately ∏ of them will be
international kids. Thus, we are looking for someone who has experience
teaching to a wide range of students and particularly ESL students.

If you could forward this info to anyone you think may be interested, I
would really appreciate it. Let me know if you have any questions.

Thanks!
Van

Van Nguyen
Summer Camp Director
DIRECT LINE: (206) 816-6211
van.nguyen@northwestschool.org <mailto:van.nguyen@northwestschool.org>
www.northwestschool.org/summer <http://www.northwestschool.org/summer>
<http://www.northwestschool.org/summer>

The Northwest School
1415 Summit Ave
Seattle, WA 98122
PHONE: (206) 682-7309
FAX: (206) 467-7353
www.northwestschool.org <http://www.northwestschool.org>
<http://www.northwestschool.org/>

[job] – Temporary Position with City of Bellevue/Parks and Community Services

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Well Kept Supervisor – Temporary Position – City of Bellevue ( Job # 12-0033)

Minimum Salary: $14.39 per hour
Maximum Salary: $19.85 per hour
Employment Type: Full Time
Department: Parks & Community Services 
Open until filled.
(Open to current employees and the general public.)

Summary

The Well KEPT Program is a summer youth employment program offered through the Natural Resource Division of the Parks & Community Services Department. The program is designed to provide Bellevue youth with education, job skills, and career development training in the field of park resource management. Work focuses on parkland renovation and maintenance; projects may include forest enhancement, wetland restoration, and trail construction. The Well KEPT Program combines on-the-job work experience, environmental education, and career development training to instill strong self-esteem, good work habits, and sound environmental ethics. 

Position needed from Approximately June 6, 2012 – September 2, 2012

Primary Responsibilities

  • Assist the Park Ranger with program administration, hiring the 10-person youth crew, and scheduling projects for the youth crew.
  • Responsible for direct supervision of the youth crew.
  • Must posses a strong customer service attitude and high level of interpersonal skills, including the ability to work effectively with youth.
  • Must be able to work with minimal supervision and to direct and motivate crews independently in the field.
 Qualifications
 
 Must be at least 19 years of age with completion of at least two years of college desirable.
  • Required to possess a valid Washington driver’s license by date of hire. Must have and maintain a good driving record according to City standards. Current original drivers abstract required at time of interview.
  • Experience in environmental restoration, trail construction, and/or landscape maintenance preferred.
  • Supervisory experience working with diverse youth groups preferred.
  • Experience using a variety of hand and/or power tools beneficial.
  • Criminal History check required on all applicants.
 Physical Demands
 
  • The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms.  Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
  • The employee may be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry up to 40 pounds.
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet.
  • Work may periodically require the employee to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.
  • Employee must be willing and able to work outside in all weather conditions.
 Definition of a Temporary:
  • Hired on the City’s payroll for up to 9 months working full-time or part-time. 
  • Cannot work for more than 9 months in the previous 12 months, whether in the same position or a series of consecutive positions. 
  •  Cannot work simultaneously as a temporary employee and a temporary agency worker. 
  • A temporary employee who has worked the 9 month maximum in the previous 12 months must have at least a 3-month break in service before being re-employed by the City in another temporary status. 
  • At-will for the duration of the temporary status, except as indicated by union contract. 
  • Employment eligibility of a new hire into a temporary status must be verified. 
  • Temporary workers will be placed in non-regular positions, and shall receive no other compensation or benefits than the designated base hourly rate for hours of actual work performed except as specifically authorized by ordinance.

 Other

For further information about the job, please contact Alexandra Dysard at 425-452-6855 or email at adysard@bellevuewa.gov

https://www.govjobstoday.com/Jobs/JobAnnouncement.aspx?jid=1587

[job]: EPA Region 10 temporary (10-week) positions

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04/10/2012 08:00 PM EDT
Job Announcement Number:LV-R10-OT-2012-0009Location Name:Port Orchard,Washington;Seattle,WashingtonGovernment Agency Subelement Name: Environmental Protection AgencyOccupation Code: Environmental Protection AssistantPay Plan: GSAppointment Duration: SummerOpening Date:Wednesday, April 11, 2012Closing Date: Friday, April 13, 2012Job Status: Full-TimeSalary:$26,603.00 to $38,822.00 / Per YearPay Grade(s): 03 to 04Who May Apply: PublicJob Summary:These positions are located in Region 10 located in Seattle, WA. (many vacancies) and Port Orchard, WA (few vacancies). Each of these jobs is expected to last ten weeks in duration, however extentions may be approved based on project and funding availability. The US EPA Region 10 is accepting applications for the student temporary employment program. Applications will be accepted during the open period stated in this announcement. This exciting opportunity is for students in any educational field. For more information on this office, visit their website: http://www.epa.gov/aboutepa/region10.html

04/10/2012 08:00 PM EDT
Job Announcement Number:LV-R10-OT-2012-0008Location Name:Seattle,WashingtonGovernment Agency Subelement Name: Environmental Protection AgencyOccupation Code: Miscellaneous Clerk And AssistantPay Plan: GSAppointment Duration: SummerOpening Date: Wednesday, April 11, 2012Closing Date: Friday, April 13, 2012Job Status: Full-TimeSalary: $26,603.00 to $38,822.00 / Per YearPay Grade(s): 03 to 04Who May Apply: PublicJob Summary: This position is located in Region 10 located in Seattle, WA. Each of these jobs is expected to last ten weeks in duration, however extentions may be approved based on project and funding availability. The US EPA Region 10 is accepting applications for the student temporary employment program. Applications will be accepted during the open period stated in this announcement. This exciting opportunity is for students in any educational field. For more information on this office, visit their website:http://www.epa.gov/aboutepa/region10.html

Awesome internship opportunity with King County!

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Hey PoE students!

Checkout this fabulous internship opportunity with King County to work on green purchasing issues.

 http://mobilizegreen.applicantpro.com/

This opportunity is available thanks to the support of the National Association of Counties (NACo) and MobilizeGreen. There is also a position with Skagit County locally and a few other select counties nationally.

I have worked with Karen Hamilton, the Environmental Purchasing Program Manager for King County, before and she is fantastic! Don’t miss out on this opportunity!!

[job] – Faire Share Alliance Campaign Director Position

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Long-term & Summer Campaign Director Position with Fair Share Alliance!

Fair Share Alliance is a citizen-based non-profit advocacy organization that works to provide every American with a fair shot at a good job, a secure future and a strong voice in our democracy.

We’re facing a huge jobs crisis in this country. While too many Americans are struggling to find work, big corporations like Exxon Mobil are receiving billions in government subsidies. The good news is that we can create jobs rebuilding America’s roads and bridges, and expanding clean energy. Big companies like Exxon will spend millions lobbying to stop us, but with elections coming up, grassroots support can make the difference.

We are NOW HIRING for offices around the country. We’re looking for people who work hard, communicate well, and are committed to positive social change. As a Campaign Director, you’ll be part of building a Fair Share Alliance organization in your community and raising the profile of our issues to make a real impact in the lives of your friends, family and neighbors. To learn more details on particular responsibilities we encourage you to fill out our interest form so we can reach out to you directly with more information.

Fair Share Alliance is opening offices in 30 states across the country–it is also possible to apply and interview in Washington for a position in a different state office. Please use the links above or email Leah Farkas at leah@fairsharealliance.org for questions or to get started in the process!

                     Fair Share Alliance Campaign Director Job Description:

FIGHT FOR A FAIR ECONOMY
As a Campaign Director, you’ll be a part of building a Fair Share Alliance organization in your community and raising the profile of our issues to make a real impact in the lives of your friends, family and neighbors. Campaign Directors are responsible for building the grassrootsmovement to help everyday people have access to the American Dream. Specifically, you’ll run alocal campaign office to conduct grassroots fundraising, build membership for Fair Share Alliance and support for our issues, turnout voters for the elections and keep the heat on the 1% in the media.

RESPONSIBILITIES
You’ll work on a team with other directors to run a successful campaign office. Each Director will be responsible for:

Staff Management
• Recruit and manage a 10-25 staff members to sign on thousands of members in your area to support our work and our issue campaigns.
• Train staff on effective canvassing and grassroots campaign skills.
• Develop new leaders and the next generation of political activists.

Grassroots fundraising and membership building
• Lead the effort to raise hundreds of thousands of dollars and recruit thousands of members for the organization locally. Specifically, meet or exceed your office’s goals for fundraising and membership.
• Canvass three or more days a week to raise money, identify supporters, sign up members and train staff.
• Manage all day-to-day administrative tasks related to fundraising, building membership, campaign and election work and general office management.

Issue Campaigns and Election Field Work
• Work with local coalitions of like-minded organizations, elected leaders and businesses.
• Run media events to raise the profile of our issues.
• Organize grassroots lobbying events and in-district meetings with elected officials.
• Work with the Fair Share Alliance political team to devise a local strategy for reaching out to base and swing voters.
• Recruit volunteers and staff to talk face-to-face with thousands of voters.
• Target and turn out our supporters to vote.

TRAINING
Training is designed to give the skills and confidence needed to tackle the challenges of building a movement. In classrooms and in the field, you’ll work with experienced staff to learn all the skills of campaign directing, including recruitment, leadership development, staff management, public speaking, media, fundraising, canvassing, and administrative management.

QUALIFICATIONS
We’re looking for smart leaders ready to launch a project in their state.  Passion for the issues, strong work ethic, ability to work on a team and follow direction are a must.

OFFICES
We have offices in AZ, CA, CO, FL, IA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MT, NC, NE, NH, NM, NV, OH, OR, PA,TX, VA, and WI.

SALARY/BENEFITS
Campaign directors will make $23,750 in their first year and $24,250 in their second year. Benefits include college loan assistance, two weeks paid vacation, paid holidays and paid sick days. Campaign Directors are also eligible to opt into one of our state health coverage plans. Salary and benefits differ in CA and MA.  We are looking for candidates for a one-year commitment, but we are open to applicants who are only available in the summer.

HOW TO APPLY
Send your resume and short cover letter to Leah Farkas at: leah@fairsharealliance.org

[job] – Summer Camp Teacher with Friends of the Issaquah Salmon Hatchery

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Friends of the Issaquah Salmon Hatchery (FISH) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to retaining and improving the historic Issaquah Salmon Hatchery and promoting watershed stewardship through education.  This will be FISH’s 11th year offering day camps that teach about salmon, habitat and watershed  stewardship.  This year there are 3 weeks of camp for 6-8 year olds and one week for 9-11 year olds at the hatchery, one week for 9-11 year olds at Baxter Barn in Fall City, and a 3-half-day camp for preschoolers at the hatchery.  Camp for 6-11 year olds is called “Salmon Science Camp” and the preschool camp is known as “Little Fry Camp”.

Job Description: The Camp teacher supports FISH’s summer education program and Education Coordinator (EC). The teacher will work with the EC to deliver high quality, hands-on day camps centered on salmon and the ecology and watersheds of the Northwest.  Camps have a focus on science, but include arts, games and other elements.  Camp takes place indoors and outdoors at the Issaquah Salmon Hatchery in the Watershed Science Center and surrounding area; the week at Baxter Barn is 11 miles away in Fall City.


This is a 6.5-week temporary contract position.  Position includes training and set up for camp; camp begins on June 25, 2012 and concludes on August 10.  There is no camp week of July 2; that week will be used for planning, prep and set up.  Hours of work are Monday-Friday and will vary between 8:00 am and 4 pm; training and prep for camp will be 12 hours prior to June 25.  Total hours: during camp 40 hours per week, total term up to 268 hours.

Duties & Responsibilities:

·       Teach and co-teach interactive science and environmental education lessons, activities and games

·       Model and inspire respect and care for the environment

·       Supervise campers along with the EC, maintaining campers’ emotional and physical safety

·       Assist with camp logistics such as set up, clean up, and paperwork

·       Provide leadership and positive example to youth volunteer camp helpers

·       Communicate professionally with campers families, volunteer camp helpers and the EC

·       Maintain safe and organized indoor and outdoor camp environment.

 

Minimum Skills & Qualifications:

·       Two years experience working with elementary-aged children in environmental education

·       Knowledge of Pacific salmon and northwest ecology

·       Enjoy working in an outdoor environment

·       Must be at least 18 years of age and pass Washington State Patrol background check

·       CPR/1st Aid Certified

 

Preferred Abilities & Attributes:

·       Bachelors degree in natural sciences, education or related field

·       Desire and ability to develop and adapt lessons related to natural history and environmental science

·       Ability to be flexible, think on your feet and maintain a positive outlook even in stressful situations

·       Experience working with preschool-aged children

·       Group management skills

 
Reports To: Education Coordinator
Position Start Date: June 20, 2012
Job Status: Contract, Full-Time, Temporary

Compensation:  $13 per hour, no health benefits or paid vacation/holidays.

TO APPLY:  Send resume, letter of interest and two references to Celina@issaquahfish.org, or mail to Celina Steiger, 125 W. Sunset Way, Issaquah, WA 98027