Job Opportunities

March 2007 Job Opportunities

Deputy/Division Director - Columbia

Deputy/Division Director
SC DNR - Columbia, SC

VACANCY NUMBER: DNR-20070031

Job Title: Dpty/Div Director-Exec Comp
Band/Class: Na/Ua03
Job Status: Full-Time/Permanent
Work Schedule: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Monday thru Friday
Location: Columbia, SC
Band Range: $74,411 - $94,913
Hiring Range: $74,411 - $94,913

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Ensure that the land, water and conservation division is able to carry out its responsibilities with respect to water resources, land resources and the South Carolina geologic survey. The deputy director will ensure that within allocations provided in the state budget adequate resources are available to carry out program responsibilities. This includes the securing of appropriate personnel, sufficient fiscal resources and the collection and analysis of data necessary to make informed decisions concerning the sustainable, beneficial use of the state's land, water, geological and mineral resources.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

A bachelor's degree in a natural resource program area, earth sciences, or in public administration and ten years of experience in natural resource management.

OTHER PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

This position requires considerable knowledge and experience to sustain the state's water and land resources and the geologic survey. The position is complex due to its varied nature and will require knowledge in technical and administrative areas, working with the public, conservation districts and the state's land and water users to carry out the goals of the division and department. The deputy director must be prepared to respond to changing circumstances and situations affecting or affected by the state's atmospheric, water and land resources.

INTERNET USERS: A South Carolina Government Application may be obtained at http://www.state.sc.us/jobs/application

TO APPLY: Submit a state application to the following address no later than the closing date:
OPEN DATE: March 07, 2007
CLOSING DATE: April 17, 2007

Office of Human Resources
Department of Natural Resources
P.O. Box 167, 1000 Assembly Street
Columbia, South Carolina 29202-0167
(803) 734-4400 Email: jobs@dnr.sc.gov

Applicants should submit a completed State Application to the Office of
Human Resources by the closing date. College transcripts must be available upon request.

South Carolina Department of Natural Resources is an EEO/AA Employer.

Coastal Program Director - AL

Coastal Program Director
The Nature Conservancy (www.tnc.org)

POSITION TITLE: Coastal Program Director
JOB FAMILY: Program Director
JOB NUMBER: 250005
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
LOCATION: Mobile, Alabama
SUPERVISOR: Director of Conservation Programs

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The Alabama Coastal Program Director directs all aspects of a multifaceted marine and estuarine conservation program, including science, restoration, and community relations activities for the near shore waters and barrier islands of Alabama and Mississippi. Position requires entrepreneurial leadership in continuing to grow a well-funded, community-based conservation program aimed at preserving biodiversity within several ecoregional priority conservation areas including East Mississippi Sound, Gulf Islands, Grand Bay, Mobile-Tensaw River Delta and Bay and Perdido Bay. The Program Director serves as the principal contact to government agencies, other conservation organizations, foundations and the academic community. This may include the following functions:

• Coordinates the freshwater programs in South Alabama with Chapter staff and partners; integrates terrestrial, freshwater and marine conservation
• Expands the Conservancy’s reputation as a major marine conservation partner in a region
• Serves as senior conservation staff person for the Alabama Coastal Program
• Coordinates activities with both Alabama and Mississippi field offices
• Leads and manages team which supports and improves conservation efforts
• Works with Philanthropy staff to create a successful fundraising program, assisting in donor cultivation and fundraising efforts
• Builds strategic, scientific, and technical capacity in the field
• Develops key partnerships with public and private organizations in order to identify and resolve technical issues and to widely communicate solutions and best practices
• Develops innovative scientific methods, analyses, tools, and frameworks to address the natural system needs
• Engages local community support for local conservation efforts
• Negotiates complex and innovative solutions with government agencies and landowners to conserve and protect natural communities
• Develops and implements conservation strategies
• Works with Protection and Stewardship staff at coastal sites to integrate all conservation strategies

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• BA/BS degree and 3-5 years experience in conservation practice or equivalent combination of education and experience. Master’s degree is preferred. Marine experience preferred.
• Demonstrated experience influencing, developing and implementing conservation policy and plans
• Knowledge of current trends and practices in marine, estuarine and barrier island protection and restoration
• Knowledge of fundraising principles and comfort in talking to donors for the purpose of obtaining funds
• Knowledge of politics and society with respect to environmental affairs
• Supervisory experience, including ability to motivate team members and/or direct reports, set goals, manage performance and resolve conflicts
• Managing time and diverse activities under deadlines while delivering quality results
• Communicating clearly via written, spoken, and graphical means in English and other relevant languages
• Successful experience in developing, directing and managing multiple projects
• Success experience in partnership development (partners, community, government, etc.); political savvy
• Proven interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills

COMPLEXITY/PROBLEM SOLVING:

• Diagnoses complex problems and identifies creative solutions
• Interprets guidelines, evaluates information, and modifies processes to adapt to changing circumstances
• Manages and prioritizes tasks from multiple sources
• Designs, implements and directs complex and diverse projects, encompassing multiple programs and coordinating the work of other professionals, inside and outside the organization. Incorporates cross-disciplinary knowledge to support program objectives
• Negotiates complex agreements, sometimes in political environments
• Develops and implements creative ideas to improve overall performance in conservation strategies
• Formulates, evaluates, and decides broad organization policies and long-term programs

DISCRETION/LATITUDE/DECISION-MAKING:

• Ensures program accountability and legal compliance
• Assesses decisions’ potential impact on colleagues’ work, public image, scientific credibility and financial and legal standings
• Makes decisions based on incomplete or ambiguous information and accepts associated risks
• Makes independent strategic decisions frequently based on analysis, experience and judgment

RESPONSIBILITY/OVERSIGHT – FINANCIAL & SUPERVISORY:

• Manage and/or coordinate efforts of a multi-disciplinary administrative and professional staff. Establish clear directions and set stretch objectives
• Responsible for operating within budget guidelines to ensure sound financial performance. Develop and administer departmental budget and participate in efforts to meet fundraising targets
• Establish and maintain optimal standards of performance for the department or program while controlling costs and administering budgets
• Responsible for ensuring that public and private funds are raised to meet program needs with assistance from Philanthropy staff
• Develops long-term strategies and achieves strategic goals and objectives
• Builds cooperation from outside parties to accomplish program goals

COMMUNICATIONS/INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS:

• Builds cooperative relationships and collaborates with diverse groups, including land owners, conservation partners, government officials, donors, board members, and the general public to recruit support for the Conservancy and publicize Conservancy efforts
• Ability to function productively as a member or leader of a team
• Commands attention, changes tactics midstream as necessary and manages group processes during presentations or discussions
• May speak with and in front of various audiences on scientific topics and the Conservancy’s mission
• Ability to establish excellent working relationships with outside partners, state/local/federal agencies, land managers, private landowners and the academic community
• Work effectively in high-tension situations and maintain composure under pressure. Diffuses high-tension situations comfortably
• Work and communicate effectively with a diverse group of people, including scientists, preserve staff and others, providing and obtaining needed information
• Ability to articulate lessons learned regarding conservation initiative successes and failures
• Ability to simplify and explain complex scientific data to general audience

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT:

This position may require work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances.

These conditions:
• require occasional physical exertion and/or muscular strain
• present occasional possibility of injury
• require long hours in isolated settings

This position may also:
• require frequent travel domestically and/or internationally
• require evening and weekend hours
• require a valid driver’s license, safe driving record, and current insurance and reliable personal vehicle available for work use.

TO APPLY:
Submit cover letter and resume to:

Cindy L. Massey
The Nature Conservancy
2100 First Avenue North
Suite 500
Birmingham, AL 35203
Fax: (205)251-4444
E-mail: cmassey@tnc.org

Application deadline: March 23, 2007. No phone calls please.

The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Sea Grant Educator - MI

Michigan State University Extension
www.msue.msu.edu

POSITION: District Sea Grant Educator
OFFICE LOCATION: Grand Haven, Michigan
STATUS: Full-Time, Continuing Employment Position
AVAILABLE: May 1, 2007
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 23, 2007
STARTING SALARY RANGE: Salary commensurate with education and experience.
POSITION DESCRIPTION/QUALIFICATIONS: See following job description.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Apply by using the Web Employment Application process at:

http://www.msue.msu.edu/jobs

FURTHER INFORMATION:

David J. Guikema or Lynn Vecziedins
MSU Extension, Central Region
940 Monroe Avenue N.W., Suite 140
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503
Phone: (616) 458-6805
E-mail: guikema@msu.edu or vecziedi@msu.edu

Michigan State University Extension employment opportunities are open to eligible/qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status, or family status. Persons with disabilities have the right to request and receive reasonable accommodations.

POSITION DESCRIPTION
DISTRICT EXTENSION SEA GRANT EDUCATOR

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Michigan Sea Grant, a joint program of Michigan State University and the University of Michigan, promotes greater knowledge of the Great Lakes through research and education. Sea Grant Extension Educators are expected to plan, organize and implement university-based educational programs that apply knowledge and understanding gained through research to assist Great Lakes constituencies and communities in their districts to wisely interact with Great lakes resources.

Each Sea Grant Extension educator is expected to serve a variety of clientele groups, but no single educator can be an expert in all areas of concern to all prospective clients. Therefore, educators are part of a team within Michigan Sea Grant Extension and Michigan State University Extension specializing in particular areas of concern in their districts and sharing their knowledge and skills with colleagues in other parts of the state and Great Lakes Basin. The person in this position will be responsible for programs that focus on enhancing Great Lakes Fisheries; including sport, commercial and charter fisheries, recreation boating industries, sustainable coastal development, and environmental stewardship of the Lake Michigan coastline.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

The individual selected is expected to work with the local constituencies, Sea Grant colleagues, and other Extension team members to identify key issues and develop educational initiatives that result in tangible benefit to constituencies and the resource. In concert with the Program Coordinator for Michigan Sea Grant Extension the educator will also develop performance measures to evaluate the effectiveness of Sea Grant Extension programming.

Specifically, this educator will be expected to conduct, facilitate and support educational programs that focus on the improvement of Michigan’s Great Lakes ecosystem and its fisheries resources including such programs that assist in the understanding of commercial recreation, tourism development, water safety, water quality, waterfront development and preservation, coastal economic development, aquatic nuisance species, natural resources management, environmental education, wise use of the land and natural resources, and environmental stewardship.

This educator will also be expected to build and maintain a network of contacts with other groups interested in natural resource related issues to facilitate better communication and interactions between constituencies with appropriate natural resource agencies. The Sea Grant educator must have the ability to work with a variety of clientele groups that often have competing visions for the Great Lakes and help to facilitate the interactions of these diverse constituencies for the common good of the resource. This individual will also be expected to collaborate with community based organizations and utilize the skills and abilities of community volunteers and stakeholders to obtain local resources that supplement Sea Grant/MSU Extension efforts and extend and expand programming support.

The educator must be able to effectively work with natural resources agencies, constituent organizations, coastal communities, community residents, leaders and volunteers in identifying problem areas and opportunities for educational impact. This individual will identify informational gaps and work with researchers to develop research that addresses important issues.

This individual is responsible for working with Sea Grant and MSUE administrative team members to assure compliance with equal opportunity, affirmative action and other civil rights requirements. He or she will be responsible for meeting MSU Extension commitments to diversity/pluralism.

The educator will prepare required reports necessary for the Employee Development System (EDS) and assists the Regional Director, County Extension Directors and Coordinator of Sea Grant Extension in tabulating relevant information necessary for unit outreach and other reporting requirements, including EIS, and other MSUE or Sea Grant Extension reports.

It is expected that the Sea Grant educator will participate in appropriate in-service training and professional development activities that maintain program area effectiveness and competence in their educational roles.

The educator must also perform other duties as assigned as related to the mission of the program.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Attainment of at least a Master's degree in an area directly related to fulfilling the responsibilities of the position. Background and working knowledge in fisheries, aquatic ecology and management, commercial recreation management, environmental education or related Great Lakes natural resources field.

Demonstrated effectiveness in leadership, facilitation, human relations, and written and oral communications. Experience in conducting effective Extension programming is highly desirable.

Proven record of working with Federal State and community based organizations and groups. Experience in establishing collaborations and community based initiatives.

Computer skills, including use of word processing, spread sheets, presentation software and the development of multimedia programs.

An understanding of educational program planning and successful experiences in proposal development. Experience managing operating budgets is desirable.

Documented understanding of and commitment to equal opportunity, affirmative action and diversity/pluralism. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse audiences of all socioeconomic levels and cultural backgrounds.

ADMINISTRATIVE RELATIONSHIPS:

Reports to the Central Regional Extension Director for administrative direction and the Interim State Coordinator of Sea Grant Extension for programmatic direction. Educator will coordinate educational program opportunities with County Extension Directors in the program coverage area.

MSU Extension is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer.

Environmental Coordinator - TN

The Facilities Services Department at The University of Tennessee (Knoxville) is hiring an environmental coordinator.

Coordinator I - (Environmental Coordinator), available immediately

Pay Grade 38 ($30,000-$35,000)

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor degree in related field and two years of relevant professional experience preferably in the areas of recycling, energy conservation, environmental education, etc. Ability to work with a range of individuals in all professions and ranks. Effectiveness in written and oral communication skills including experience in public speaking. Strong interpersonal skills. Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Power Point. Ability to help motivate personnel to achieve optimum performance levels. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities:

Oversee, evaluate, and expand the daily operations of the campus recycling program. Speak to campus groups and organizations regarding environmental programs. Develop educational programs to enhance general campus environmental activities. Develop and implement energy conservation strategies. Decisions relating to the activities of the daily operations of the campus environmental programs. Effective recommendations in hiring, etc. Providing work direction to a group of employees. Assisting others by providing guidance.

For more information visit

http://uthr.admin.utk.edu/emplcomp/StaffVacancy.shtml

and scroll down to coordinator 1- Facilities Services. A PDF of the full job description is available at

http://www.pp.utk.edu/Recycle/DescCOOR1-EnvRecyl.pdf

Environmental Scientist/ Engineer - IN

Environmental Scientist/Engineer
Indianapolis IN

Join Corradino's Indiana team for a new work experience-we're growing and need additional staff for new projects.

Corradino, (http://www.Corradino.com), is a consulting firm, specializing in the design of civil engineering, planning, construction, architecture and environmental projects for a variety of clients throughout the Southern and Midwest United States. Services provided include: design of roadways, drainage/sewer systems; traffic engineering; master planning; commercial site planning; construction services; architecture; and environmental.

Current office locations include: Indianapolis, IN, Evansville, IN, Detroit, MI, Cincinnati, OH, Louisville, KY, Miami, FL, Fort Lauderdale, FL, and West Palm Beach, FL. Corradino has an immediate environmental science position for an environmental engineer/scientist in our Indianapolis office.

A degree in civil/environmental engineering and/or a background in wetlands, ecology, water quality, stream mitigation, botany, biology, or zoology is needed. Candidates should have a minimum of three years experience with CE's, EA'S and NEPA projects. Good written and oral communication skills needed, as well as, GIS and CAD experience. Knowledge of the Department of Interior standards for Section 106 historic analysis is a plus. The right person for this position will be flexible and willing to learn various aspects of the highway
design/consulting industry.

Corradino will offer a competitive salary based on experience. Paid relocation includes travel and accommodations to coordinate living arrangements. Our current benefit package includes: 100% Corradino paid employee medical insurance premium, several dental plans, a vision rider, company provided life insurance (one times annual salary, with employee/dependent supplemental coverage available), short- and long-term disability insurance provided, 401(k) savings plan with a Corradino match, flexible spending accounts, and a 529 college savings plan.

Send Corradino your resume today-let's talk about a bright new future for you with our Indiana team. Contact HR by email:

ebingham@corradino.com

or fax:

502/587-2636

An Equal Opportunity Employer

National Wildlife Federation Campus Field Coordinators - MI and TX

National Wildlife Federation (www.nwf.org) is excited to announce that we are hiring Two New Campus Field Coordinators!

These positions will be exciting opportunities for someone who wants to join our campaign to reduce greenhouse gas emissions on college campuses. Please help us get this announcement into the right hands by spreading the word.

NWF Campus Field Coordinator - Ann Arbor, MI and Austin, TX

National Wildlife Federation is seeking a national Campus Field Coordinator who desires to work at the leading edge of a movement for campus climate action. This person will be responsible for:

· Campus Outreach: Recruiting, cultivating, and supporting campus climate champions who commit to reducing their greenhouse gas emissions by at least 30 percent by 2020.
· Organizing regional gatherings and networks to support campus climate action.
· Orchestrating a Web based community to support climate action.
· Providing administrative and logistical support to the field director.

Qualifications:

· College graduate with demonstrated interest in environment and climate organizing and practical solutions to global warming, especially in a campus setting.
· Minimum 3 years project management experience. Experience as an intern or professional staffer with college or environmental or social justice organizing and experience working with diverse groups of people.
· Experience training, writing, teaching, and facilitating dialogue as well as event planning and meeting coordination helpful.
· Phone, computer, writing, oratory, administrative, time management, organizing, scheduling, researching, assembling print, or web packages and more.
· Ability to cultivate relationships with diverse communities.
· Aptitude to develop on-line community building skills.

The positions will pay in the mid 30s. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis and the position will be filled as soon as a qualified applicant is identified.

Apply Online Today: http://www.nwf.org/careergateway/

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National Wildlife Federation is America's conservation organization passionate about protecting wildlife for our children's future. NWF offers an excellent benefits package. NWF is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.

Americorps through the Noisette Foundation - Charleston

The Noisette Foundation

www.noisettefoundation.com

is Currently Recruiting a Motivated Individual For A Year of Service, Building the Capacity of the Following Two Local Programs:

1) The HUB Academy: Noisette Foundation has worked to bring together a Consortium of community organizations to establish practical business training for local minority building contractors. This training program helps small licensed contractors improve their business management skills and earn a larger share of the construction work in this region. VISTA duties will include:

•           Seeking funding for the HUB Academy to prevent tuition increases
•           Organizing and assisting the Alumni Association in their networking efforts
•           Developing PR material to advertise the Academy, recruit new students, and to illustrate its success to potential funders

2) The Michaux Conservancy Preserve: The Michaux Conservancy is the non-profit steward of the 135-acre Noisette Creek Preserve under the Noisette Foundation. The Conservancy serves North Charleston residents by working with them and other stakeholders to restore and care for the Noisette Creek ecosystem, a healthy natural asset. VISTA duties will include:

•           Developing an environmental curriculum for local schools and organizing volunteers to lead community education
•           Assisting in developing programs for Interim Center
•           Preparing brochures, a Nosiette Creek website, and instructional materials

AmeriCorps VISTA Basic Requirements/Benefits:

•           Term of service: One full calendar year; minimum 35-40 hours per week
•           No other work or class commitments during year of service
•           Annual “living allowance” of approximately $9,996-$10,380
•           End-of-service award of $4,725 Education Award or $1,200 year-end stipend
•           Limited health insurance

For more information, please contact Joanna Dees at

1360 Truxtun Avenue, Suite 101
North Charleston, SC 29405

(843) 554-6399(W)
(843) 554-6367 (Fax)

foundation@noisettesc.com www.noisettefoundation.com

Oil Spill Planner - WA

There is an opening at the Washington State Department of Ecology for an Oil Spill Planner. To ensure consideration for this position, apply electronically at www.careers.wa.gov using reference number NB00002471* .

MISSION & VISION

The Department of Ecology’s mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment, and promote the wise management of our air, land and water for current and future generations.

To learn more about our Agency, please visit our website at: www.ecy.wa.gov

POSITION INFORMATION:

There is one current vacancy with the Department of Ecology, Spill Prevention, Preparedness and Response Program in Lacey, Washington.

Duties:

This position will be assigned several areas of responsibility -

1.) Plans, observes, evaluates and participates in drills and spill responses of regulated vessels, facilities and response contractors. Evaluates the effectiveness of the plans, response equipment and personnel capability through realistic and strategically designed drills. Over the three year drill cycle, tracks the achievement by industry of the designated drill objectives, and the readiness status of major response equipment in the region. Participates in drill design and encouraging drills which will maximize demonstration of plan holders response capabilities and environmental protection. Meets the performance measures for timely evaluations of drills. Promptly and thoroughly records drill information in the Marine Information System (MIS) database

2.)    Under the requirements of the joint federal and state protocol, reviews, analyzes and recommends plans for approval using both state and federal standards. Meets performance measures for timely reviews. Accurately maintains plan updates for each copy of the plan located throughout in the various program offices. Promptly and thoroughly records information in the MIS database. Provides technical assistance (internally and externally) on preparedness. Stays aware of and coordinates within the program on all major issues that relate to the regulated vessels and facilities that this position is assigned to manage.

3.) Assists with the development and maintenance of the geographic response plans. Participates in investigation and enforcement activities for regulated vessels and facilities.   Participates on the Spills overhead team in positions designated on the team roster. Trains and demonstrates competency through DRILLTRAC.   Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

A Bachelor's degree involving major study in environmental, physical, maritime or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field and five years of professional-level experience in environmental analysis or control, or environmental planning which includes one year equal to an Environmental Specialist 3 or above or two years equal to an Environmental Specialist 2 or above. Additional qualifying experience will substitute, year for year, for education.

OR A Master's degree in one of the above fields and three years of professional- level experience as required above which includes one year equal to an Environmental Specialist 3 or above or two years equal to an Environmental Specialist 2 or above.

OR A Ph.D. in one of the above fields and two years of professional-level experience as required above which includes one year equal to an Environmental Specialist 3 or above or two years equal to an Environmental Specialist 2 or above.

OR Two years of experience as an Environmental Specialist 3.

There are other desired qualifications that you can read about at www.careers.wa.gov

Landscape Ecologist - Dewees Island

Open Position: Landscape Ecologist - Dewees Island, SC
www.deweesislandpoa.org

The Dewees Island Property Owners Association is now seeking a Landscape Ecologist with a strong background in landscape and wildlife management.

The responsibilities of the position include working with the Dewees Island community to promote and oversee landscaping with native plants, protection of critical maritime forest understory, management of wetland ecosystems, and eradication of invasive-exotic species. This individual will serve as a liaison between the Property Owners Association and regulatory agencies and serve as coordinator for Dewees Island's Architectural Review Board, providing staff oversight of the implementation of the island's design guidelines and island compliance with federal and state agencies.

The Dewees Island Property Owners Association is responsible for the operation and stewardship of Dewees Island, a 1,200-acre barrier island near Charleston, South Carolina. Dewees Island is a residential community dedicated to environmental preservation and is actively managed and home to several rare species. Restricted by the Island Covenant, only 150 home sites will ever be available on Dewees; each home is built under the peer and professional review of the Architectural Resource Board. There are no cars, golf courses, or manicured lawns on the island. Instead, the island boasts acres of flourishing live oak, pines, and palmettos, along with salt marshes and tidal wetlands teeming with fish, shellfish, alligators, and birds. The 2 ½-mile Dewees front beach and dune ecosystem is home to seabeach amaranth, shorebirds, and attracts nesting loggerhead sea turtles each year.

Specific job responsibilities:

1. Manage tidal wetlands for water quality and seasonal wildlife
2. Supervise vegetation management on private lots in collaboration with owners and landscape contractors
3. Encourage the restoration and succession of the maritime forest through selective cutting, planting, and removal of invasive-exotics
4. Collaborate with the Island Naturalist on related interpretive programs and signs
5. Monitor the erosion and accretion of the Dewees front beach, manage dune restoration where necessary, and supervise the construction and maintenance of dune crossovers
6. Serve as a liaison with State and Federal agencies for following construction guidelines, as well as for wildlife management
7. Inspect construction sites for compliance with the island's environmental philosophy and construction site regulations
8. Coordinate the Dewees Island Architectural Review Board (ARB): receive and disseminate architectural submissions, publicize meeting times and agendas, produce minutes and correspondence, review Guidelines and keep Guideline documents up to date and available for the community

Our Ideal Candidate has:

1. Master's or PhD, or B.S. and/or significant demonstrated experience in similar position
2. Expertise in plant taxonomy
3. Intimate knowledge of landscaping design and native plants
4. Knowledge of the ecology and cultural history of the southeastern coastal plain
5. Excellent interpersonal communications skills
6. The candidate must have an outgoing and engaging personality who can respond well to potential conflict situations
7. Ability to organize, coordinate, and recruit volunteers to assist with community projects
8. Demonstrated organizational skills in time management, paperwork, scheduling, and in meeting deadlines
9. Demonstrated skills in writing (web design and content-building a plus)
10. Ability to be an independent worker who accomplishes all responsibilities with minimal supervision
11. Excellent health and is capable of working in extreme heat with exposure to sun and biting insects
12. Ability to accept and learn from constructive criticism
13. Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint (experience with GIS is also desirable)
14. Willingness to earn CPR/First Aid qualifications

Compensation: Annual salary is commensurate with experience.

Starting Date: May 1, 2007

To apply: Please send resume, salary requirements, writing samples, and 3 professional references to: accountant@deweesislandpoa.org

Wetland Scientist/Restoration Ecologist - VA

Wetland Scientist/Restoration Ecologist
Environmental Services & Consulting
www.es-and-c.com

Environmental Services & Consulting has immediate openings for qualified individuals for the position of full-time wetland scientist /Restoration Ecologist.

Qualifications include: wetland and stream delineation and restoration, knowledge of 404 permitting and Joint Permit Applications, along with mitigation plans. Familiarity with AutoCad, ArcGIS, and GPS preferred. ROSGEN training is a plus but not required and salary is commensurate with experience. Please send qualifications, references, and salary history to: jobs@es-and-c.com.

Application Deadline: March 31, 2006 or until filled

ES&C offers a complete benefits package including paid holidays/vacation and sick time, medical/dental/vision insurance, no cost annual check-ups, paid continuing education, and professional registration fees, ES&C is an equal opportunity employer. ES&C is a smoke-free work place. You can email your resume or Application to jobs@es-and-c.com or mail it to:

Environmental Services & Consulting, LLC
101 Professional Park Drive, Suite 303
Blacksburg, VA 24060

Full details and application online at:
http://www.es-and-c.com/company/jobs.php

Environmental Education - MI

Inland Seas Education Association
www.schoolship.org
Suttons Bay, Michigan

POSITION DISCRIPTION: Education Director & Chief Scientist

GENERAL

The mission of the Inland Seas Education Association is to foster aquatic science learning though experiential education and create a new stewardship for the Great Lakes. Inland Seas Education Association operates two schooners and a Friendship sloop as science and heritage classrooms on Lake Michigan and has recently established the Inland Seas Education Center on the Suttons Bay, Michigan waterfront. The Inland Seas Education Center is designed to compliment and expand ISEA's shipboard programs through on-shore programs for schools, community groups, families and the general public.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

The Education Director has leadership responsibility for development, implementation and oversight of Great Lakes education programs aboard ISEA vessels and at the Inland Seas Education Center. Client groups include students in grades 1 - 12, teachers, youth groups, families and the general public. A corps of over 200 volunteers assists the Education Director. The Education Director reports to the Executive Director.

For full details, please go to the web site listed below. Thanks, T. Kelly

Thomas M. Kelly, Executive Director
Inland Seas Education Association
100 Dame Street, P. O. Box 218
Suttons Bay, MI 49682-0218
231-271-3077 Fax: 231-271-3088
tkelly@schoolship.org
www.schoolship.org

Protecting the Great Lakes Through Education

Environmental Education - Charleston

Charleston County Parks and Recreation Commission are now accepting applications for Interpretive Specialist, an Environmental Education position at Caw Caw Interpretive Center, Ravenel, SC (just south of Charleston)

Complete job information is online at http://ccprc.com/jobs.asp?JobID=83

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Caw Caw Interpretive Specialist / Naturalist
Interpretive/ Environmental Education

Salary: $28,609 w/ excellent benefits package.

Duties Include:

* Works under the direction of the Recreation Interpretive Coordinator

* Implements interpretive programs for the Quarterly Calendar, school programs, and assist with historical programs and special groups requesting interpretive programs.

* Responsible for the implementation of these programs in accordance with a monthly schedule provided by and under the supervision of the Recreation Interpretive Coordinator.

*Designs and implements interpretive programs and assist the Recreation Interpretive Coordinator with other interpretive programs, and assist with the day-to-day operations of the Caw Caw Interpretive Center, as necessary.

Qualifications:

*Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with emphasis in environmental education, wildlife management, natural resources, or life sciences. *One-year experience in the field of interpretation or environmental education is required. Experience with children and children’s programs is preferred.

Special Requirements:

*A formal and philosophical background and good working knowledge of the local flora and fauna. *A general knowledge of the local environment and natural resources of South Carolina. *Ability to obtain and maintain certification in First Aid, CPR, and Bloodborne pathogen procedures. *Must have general knowledge of canoeing and kayaking skills as well as safe boating practices. *General computer skills, as well as experience with Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Publisher, spreadsheets, PowerPoint, and/or other related software.

Miscellaneous:

*Must work weekends and some holidays. *Shall possess and maintain a valid S.C. Driver’s License.

Application is available online at:

http://ccprc.com/PublicLogin.asp?txtRedirect=application.asp&HR_Page=login

Please submit application and email resume and cover letter to: humanresources@ccprc.com

Field Sampling at Sea - Charleston

Scientific Field Sampling at Sea

Vacancy Number: DNR-20070033

Job Title: Temporary Hourly (2 Positions)
Job Status: Full-Time/Temporary
Work Schedule: 40+ Hours/Week and Some Weekends.
Location: Charleston
Hiring Range: 10.00 hourly

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The employee will assist with scientific field sampling aboard the R/V Palmetto. Will also be responsible for basic laboratory tasks and logistical cruise support.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of a bachelor's degree in biological sciences or equivalent, or be enrolled in such a program.

OTHER PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

The ability to spend many days at sea (including weekends) and the ability to lift 75 pounds. Must be in good physical condition and be able to swim. Experience working in/on/around boats and in offshore environment preferred. Must be adaptable to working 6 hours on and 6 hours off schedule 24 hours/day while at sea. Up to three 10-day and ten 5-day cruises scheduled.

INTERNET USERS: A South Carolina Government Application may be obtained at http://www.state.sc.us/jobs/application.

TO APPLY: Submit a state application to the following address no later than the closing date:

OPEN DATE: March 01, 2007
CLOSING DATE: March 14, 2007

Office of Human Resources
Department of Natural Resources
P.O. Box 167, 1000 Assembly Street
Columbia, South Carolina 29202-0167
(803) 734-4400
email: jobs@dnr.sc.gov

Applicants should submit a completed State Application to the Office of Human Resources by the closing date. College transcripts must be available upon request.

South Carolina Department of Natural Resources is an EEO/AA Employer.

Geophysics and Remote Sensing - Mt. Pleasant & US Southwest

Advent Environmental, Inc. (www.adventenv.com) is getting ready to start a contract in support of a company doing geophysics and remote sensing in the Southwest US.

They are looking to hire 2-3 people to spend as much as three months at a shot in the Southwest on this project. Ideally you would have at least a BS/BA in geology, with some knowledge of geophysics and remote sensing, but they are prepared to train people, so anyone with a BS/BA in geology who wants to travel and is willing to work should submit a resume.

Anyone with a degree in a physical science is encouraged to apply and will be dealt with on a case by case basis. Additionally, this person must be able to be deployed to the southwest US for up to 3 months at a time (working out of our Mt Pleasant office when not working on this project).

Anyone who is interested should contact:

James Weeg at:
jwweeg@adventenv.com

or Larry Fowler at:
lnfowler@adventenv.com

Noisette Foundation President - Charleston

As you may know, with the appointment of Ashley Pennington as the President of the Charleston County Public Defenders Office, the members of board of directors the Noisette Foundation are embarking on a process for searching for and selecting his successor as President of the Foundation.

The selected candidate must be a strong leader and ideally have a minimum of 8 to 10 years experience in a senior management role within a nonprofit, foundation, association or for profit organization. He/she should have an understanding of and appreciation for the six areas of focus of the Foundation, including education and life long learning, economic opportunity, social justice and civic responsibility, environmental restoration and enjoyment, enhancing public health and celebrating arts and culture. This individual will act as a spokesperson for the Foundation, thus requiring strong communication and interpersonal skills. Some experience in fundraising would be a plus.

We would like to start interviewing candidates for this position as soon as possible and have established a deadline of April 16, 2007 for receipt of applications. Should you know of anyone you feel may be qualified, please feel free to Shannon Deeb, Assistant to the CEO of the Noisette Company, via email at sdeeb@noisettesc.com for a full position description or forward this email to them directly. The Foundation’s web site is www.noisettefoundation.org.

We know that you are very busy, and are grateful for your willingness to forward this email to those you think might qualify for this position. We are proud of the many ways that the Noisette Foundation is making a difference in North Charleston and the greater Charleston area. Please visit our website at www.noisettefoundation.org to learn how our initiatives are increasing the quality employment, improving public education, expanding local participation in community problem solving and fostering a sustained celebration of our life and culture.

Thank you again for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,

John L. Knott, Jr.
Chairman of the Board, Noisette Foundation President / CEO, Noisette Company

Matt Bauer
Chair, Executive Search Committe
President, Betterworld Telecom

Stream Enhancement Engineer - WA

Engineer II (Stream Enhancement)
Everett WA

The Surface Water Management Division of Public Works is seeking a qualified professional having training and experience in stream enhancement engineering.

Individual sought with skills in water resources engineering related to stream, wetland and river restoration, stream hydraulics, hydrology or similar technical field. Related skills in project design, project management, and communications are desired.

Salary: $4,998 - $6,078 per month plus benefits.

For submittal requirements, go to http://www.co.snohomish.wa.us

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