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SUMMARY:Community Solar Coordinator
DESCRIPTION:*Please visit www.communityenergyproject.org/job-opportunities/ for full application instructions* \nPOSITION DESCRIPTION\nABOUT Community Energy Project (CEP) is an independent nonprofit that delivers\nDIY workshops on conservation and safety\, as well as direct services in\nthese areas to seniors and people with disabilities. CEP provides Home\nEnergy Scores\, on-bill financing\, and contractor referrals. We have\nrecently become the Low-Income Facilitator for Community Solar. \nMISSION Community Energy Project believes that everyone deserves a safe\,\nhealthy\, efficient home regardless of income. \nTITLE Community Solar Coordinator \nCOMPENSATION $15-$19/hour DOE (full-time\, non-exempt) paid sick and vacation; health\ninsurance fully paid; 403(b) available. \nREPORTS TO Engagement Manager \nPOSITION SUMMARY\nCEP is the Low-Income Facilitator for the Oregon Community Solar Program and is responsible for\nengaging with communities that have been traditionally left out of the solar market\, such as those\nwith lower incomes and people of color. The Community Solar Coordinator will be a part of the\nEngagement Team at CEP to help with program development and the launch of the new Community\nSolar Program. The Coordinator will conduct research\, outreach\, and education to Community-Based\nOrganizations (CBOs)\, municipalities\, and to the general public using an equity lens. This position will\nrequire significant travel around Oregon\, public speaking\, partnership building\, client support\, and\ndata management. \nESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES \n1. Community Engagement\nEngagement and education with the public at large\na. Partner research & outreach planning\nb. Workshop development and delivery\nc. Relationship-building with other CBOs\, municipalities\, etc.\nd. Work with larger Program Administrator Team as needed \n2. Participant Management\nOne on one interaction with participants and Project Managers\na. Participant education\, Q&A\nb. Verification and enrollment\nc. Waitlist communications\nd. Working with Project Managers and solar developers for participant allocations and\nmarketing plans\ne. Data management\, working with solar platform \nQUALIFICATIONS and REQUIREMENTS\n1. Minimum Bachelor’s Degree or three years’ experience in outreach\, program development\,\nand partnership building\n2. Must have a minimum of three years experience with group facilitation\, public speaking\, and\nnonformal community/adult education for both lay and professional audiences\n3. Strong passion for equity and renewable energy\n4. Knowledge about renewable energy or solar development preferred\n5. Experience in adult education; diversity\, equity\, and inclusion\, environmental justice preferred\n6. Excellent interpersonal skills—able to manage and communicate effectively with diverse\nindividuals and groups of people in a variety of manners\, including public\nspeaking/presentations\n7. Experience with data management\, data analysis\, reporting\, and program evaluation\n8. Must have the availability to work a flexible schedule\, including some evenings and weekends\nand extended statewide travel\n9. Must have a valid driver’s license\, good driving record\, and access to a vehicle\, willingness to\ntravel around state\, sometimes for several nights\n10. Bicultural/Bilingual in Spanish or Russian helpful \nStatement of Inclusion\nCommunity Energy Project is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Community Energy Project values and\noperates by a policy of inclusion\, providing equal opportunity to all persons regardless of their\nprotected status\, including race\, color\, creed\, religion\, sex\, age\, national origin\, marital status\, sexual\norientation\, gender identity\, disability\, and/or any other class determined by law. \nAdditional:\n● Position requires extensive time sitting in front of a computer as well as long periods of time\nstanding while working out in the field at community events\, workshops\, and training events.\nApplicant may have to be able to lift 25lbs repeatedly\, load and unload outreach and\nworkshop materials from the warehouse to vehicle at the beginning and end of events\, lift\nboxes when receiving shipments of materials\, and stand for extended periods of time\n● May travel nationally to attend conferences and conduct professional trainings for up to one\nweek at a time\n● Non-smoking\, drug-free workplace
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/community-solar-coordinator/
CATEGORIES:Jobs + Internships
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190819T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190819T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T032600
CREATED:20190807T073025Z
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SUMMARY:International Visitor Program (IVP) Intern
DESCRIPTION:The International Visitor Program (IVP) intern will have the opportunity to become familiar with an aspect of American foreign policy\, which promotes citizen diplomacy thorough international friendship and understanding. They will be encouraged to escort visitors to appointments and attend professional meetings and will have an opportunity to meet WorldOregon staff working in additional areas that may be of particular interest to the intern. \nPlease find a full description of the internship here. To apply\, please email a resume and cover letter to volunteer@worldoregon.org by the above deadline to be considered. Please indicate which internship term you are applying for in the subject line.
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/international-visitor-program-ivp-intern/
LOCATION:World Oregon\, 1207 SW Broadway Suite 300\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jobs + Internships
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ORGANIZER;CN="World Oregon":MAILTO:community@worldoregon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190811T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190811T170000
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CREATED:20190801T212310Z
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SUMMARY:Backyard Habitat Certification Program Manager Position
DESCRIPTION:We have extended the application period for our Backyard Habitat Certification Program Manager Position until Sunday\, August 11. This is an amazing program\, managed collaboratively by Portland Audubon and Columbia Land Trust\, which has enrolled over 5\,000 yards in Multnomah\, Washington\, Clackamas and Clark Counties. This is a great job for somebody with strong managerial\, community building.and collaboration skills\, and a real passion for urban conservation.\n\nPlease pass this on to anybody you think would be interested. Application can be found at this link: https://audubonportland.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Backyard-Habitat-Program-Manager-2019-Extended.pdf
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/backyard-habitat-certification-program-manager-position/
LOCATION:Audubon Society of Portland\, 5151 NW Cornell Road\, Portland\, OR\, 97210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jobs + Internships
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190810T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190810T170000
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CREATED:20190728T053145Z
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SUMMARY:Green Empowerment Communications Intern
DESCRIPTION:Green Empowerment is seeking a communications intern to increase the organization’s visibility and advance efforts to share our story globally. This self-starter will own multiple assignments\, deliver high-quality work and confidently propose new ideas for improving our communications strategy. Responsibilities include\, but are not limited to: writing blog entries\, crafting social media posts\, tracking analytics\, conducting market research\, developing promotional materials and assisting at Green Empowerment events. \nFull job description here. 
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/green-empowerment-communications-intern/
LOCATION:Green Empowerment\, 140 SW Yamhill Street\, Portland\, OR\, 97204\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jobs + Internships
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190908
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SUMMARY:ECO Educator Opening
DESCRIPTION:Organization: Ecology in Classrooms and Outdoors (ECO) \nMission: ECO inspires students to care for nature and their local communities through hands-on science education. \nPosition: ECO Educator \nStart Date: Late August- Early Sept \nFTE: 35 hrs/wk (0.875 FTE) \nCompensation: $16-$19/hr \nBenefits: FTE equivalent of 40 hours of PTO + 9 holidays + 5 day year-end break \nTo Apply: Email resume and cover letter to: sarah@ecologyoutdoors.org \nFull Job Description: https://www.ecologyoutdoors.org/educator-job-posting-1 \nSummary of Position: \nThe ECO Educator is the face of the organization. They provide a key connection between our schools\, outdoor sites\, and students. The Educator helps to create the educational setting and ambiance that helps students meaningfully engage with nature. They work closely with the After School Program Coordinator and Program Managers to understand our program’s parameters and specifics\, from curriculum delivery to outdoor project management. The Educator will work in the school on a daily basis to maintain the safety of students\, create an engaging and enjoyable outdoor experience for students\, and deliver curriculum.
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/eco-educator-opening/
CATEGORIES:Jobs + Internships
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ecology in Classrooms &amp%3B Outdoors (ECO)":MAILTO:info@ecologyoutdoors.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190802
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190803
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SUMMARY:Washington County Programs Coordinator
DESCRIPTION:Reports to: Oregon Agriculture in the Classroom Foundation Executive Director \nPosition Summary:\nThe Oregon Agriculture in the Classroom Foundation (AITC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit\, organized for the purpose of incorporating the basic concepts of agriculture and natural resources into existing curricula in grades K-12 of public\, private and home schools in Oregon. Last year\, the program impacted more than 220\,000 students in Oregon. The purpose of the position is to work with the Executive Director in the continued development and expansion of the program\, specifically in Washington County. We are seeking an educational professional to promote and implement programs\, manage resources available to teachers and support educators in their efforts to incorporate agriculture and natural resources into their curriculum. \nThis full-time position will work in Hillsboro\, Oregon at the Tualatin Soil and Water Conservation District offices. \nDuties and Responsibilities:\n\nPrepare and present education programs for students and trainings for teachers in Washington County schools\nManage lending library for Washington County teachers including procurement of items and coordination with library users\nPromote Oregon AITC programs at the local level including resources and curriculum\, art contests\, Get Oregonized\, and grant-funded projects\nPromote and assist with coordination of annual agricultural literacy project\, connecting volunteers with classrooms in Washington County\nAssist Executive Director with grant writing and securing local funds for program work\nPresent AITC programs and resources at outreach events within Washington County\nOrganize events such as on-farm field days and educator workshops throughout the county\nPromote programs and resources using Oregon AITC website\, blog and local media and promotional outlets\nConnect students and teachers with relevant projects occurring at the Tualatin Soil and Water Conservation District for hands-on\, real-life research projects\n\nMinimum Qualifications:\n\nBachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university\nAt least 2+ years of experience in education\, agriculture or related field\nExcellent knowledge of latest education standards and practices\nHigh level of proficiency in Microsoft Office; Adobe Creative Suite\, a plus\nProficient in Spanish\nBasic understanding of agriculture\nExperience working directly with partners\, leaders\, community members\, and stakeholders from diverse racial\, ethnic\, and socioeconomic backgrounds\nAbility to work independently\, without supervision\, as well as collaborate on a team and with volunteers\nProven ability to successfully interact with youth 5-19 years of age\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills\, and ability to present to diverse audiences\, specifically racially\, ethnically\, and socioeconomically diverse communities\nApplicant must possess a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record\n\nPhysical Demands:\n\nLifting or moving up to 40 pounds occasionally\nWork involves sitting a fair amount of time\, but may involve walking or standing for periods\nof time\n\nSalary Range:\n$35\,000-$45\,000 salary\, commensurate with experience \nPlease note that this position is dependent on funding from the Tualatin Soil and Water Conservation District’s tax base. An agreement has been signed through April 2021 and is renewable upon successful completion of objectives. If for any reason this funding is no longer available\, this position will be terminated with at least 90 days notice. \nEmployment Status\, Salary\, and Benefits:\n\nReimbursement for travel will be given at IRS per diem rate for use of a personal vehicle\nPaid holidays (8 days annually); paid vacation (15 days annually) and paid sick leave (12 days annually)\nModest retirement and health care stipend offered after six-month probationary period\n\nTo apply\, please submit a cover letter\, resume and a list of names and contact information for three\nreferences familiar with your work to Jessica Jansen\, Executive Director\, jessica.jansen@oregonstate.edu. Please submit all materials by noon August 2\, 2019.
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/washington-county-programs-coordinator/
CATEGORIES:Jobs + Internships
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ORGANIZER;CN="Oregon Agriculture in the Classroom":MAILTO:kassia.rudd@oregonstate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190801T080000
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SUMMARY:Columbia Springs Environmental Educator
DESCRIPTION:Do you remember the first time you saw a banana slug? Did you spend your childhood\noutside\, exploring moss-covered forests or turning over rocks in the stream to see what\nlives underneath? Join our fun and passionate team of Columbia Springs Educators and\nguide the next generation of nature explorers! If you want to make a lasting impact on kids\nin our community\, this is the job for you. Columbia Springs is a non-profit dedicated to\nconnecting people with nature and inspiring stewardship. See website for more info:\nwww.columbiasprings.org \nColumbia Springs Environmental Educators support our education programs in a diversity of\nways and should be enthusiastic about filing a variety of roles and learning new tasks\nquickly. A week in the life of an educator might include leading an ecosystem field trip for\nfifth graders at our 100 acre natural area\, driving to a school the next day to lead a fish\ndissection for third graders and the next day leading a bug program for 1 st graders!\nEducators also lead summer day camp groups\, provide educational activities at community\noutreach events\, and support our education programs in a variety of ways throughout the\nyear. \nDuties and Responsibilities may include:\n– Lead a full class of elementary students (20-30 students) through 2-4hr science and\nnature field trip programs on-site at our 100 acre natural area and trout hatchery.\n– Guide groups of up to 12 elementary students during our week-long summer nature\nday camp programs.\n– Support our Salmon in the Classroom program (which raises thousands of Coho\nSalmon with in-school tanks all over Clark County!) by providing program support\,\nleading in-class activities and field trips.\n– Conduct outdoor activities in all kinds of weather on earthed trails and uneven\nterrain with a positive attitude.\n– Manage the behavior of students through positive feedback and excellent classroom\nmanagement skills.\n– Set-up and clean-up all educational activities each day.\n– Assist education program coordinators with tasks as needed. \nHours:\n– This position is year-round\, but work will vary (avg 10-15hrs/week) based\non season\, school holidays and program needs.\n– Generally 5-6 hours per shift (usually between 9am-2pm)\, 1-3 shifts per week.\n– Planned work dates and times will be provided by the Education Coordinator in\nadvance and are subject to change based on mutual agreement. Schedule can be\nflexible when planned in advance. \nCompensation: $14/hr with accrued paid sick leave.\nDesired Skills\, Knowledge and Abilities:\n– A bachelors degree in education or natural sciences OR 2-3 years relevant work\nand/or academic achievement\n– Demonstrated ability to lead exemplary educational programs\n– Experience with inquiry-based environmental education and class management\n– Basic understanding of PNW forest ecology\, natural history subjects\, and\nenvironmental stewardship\n– Outstanding verbal communication\, interpersonal\, and customer service skills\n– Demonstrated ability to take direction and follow through on assignments\n– Possess a positive\, ‘Can-Do’ attitude and curiosity of the natural world\n– Ability to lift 50lbs and travel 3-4 miles over uneven trails / stairs\n– Ability to work independently and also contribute to a strong team\n– Strong problem-solving and “tinkering” skills\n– Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for getting to schools for in-class\nlessons (mileage will be reimbursed) \nTo Apply:\nPlease apply by September 1 st \, 2019. Submit a cover letter stating why you are\ninterested in this position\, resume and two (2) references\, preferably past supervisors\, to\nJenna Kallestad\, Education Coordinator by email. If you are selected for an interview\nyou will be asked to complete a background check.\nEmail: schoolprograms@columbiasprings.org
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/columbia-springs-environmental-educator-2/
LOCATION:Columbia Springs\, 12208 SE Evergreen Hwy\, Vancouver\, WA\, 98683\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jobs + Internships
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190731
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190801
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SUMMARY:Network Coordinator
DESCRIPTION:Friends of Outdoor School is seeking a Network Coordinator to: \n\nSupport communications\, fund development\, and administrative tasks under the guidance of the Executive Director.\nHelp coordinate networks throughout Oregon to support local and statewide Outdoor School efforts\, under the guidance of the Associate Director. This position is key to achieving our vision and to helping the community meaningfully engage with Outdoor School to the benefit of students in their regions.\n\nThis key member of our team will actively engage with the statewide network of donors\, volunteers\, advocates\, champions\, partners\, and other supporters vital to the success of the statewide Outdoor School system and the tens of thousands of students who attend this important program. This person will share our values of: Equity\, access\, and inclusion; rights and responsibilities of each individual; collaboration; partnership; listening to learn; each person’s contributions; and transparency. \nTo see the full job description and how to apply\, please go to https://www.friendsofoutdoorschool.org/employment. \nFriends of Outdoor School is an equal opportunity employer and a tobacco-free and drug-free workplace. Persons of color\, women\, people with disabilities\, veterans\, and LGBTQIA+ people are encouraged to apply. Friends of Outdoor School values differences and a racially-diverse and culturally-inclusive organization. We’re looking to recruit a large\, diverse pool of applicants.
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/network-coordinator/
CATEGORIES:Jobs + Internships
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190719T080000
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CREATED:20190715T174519Z
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SUMMARY:Backyard Habitat Certification Program
DESCRIPTION:The manager position for our Backyard Habitat Certification Program is currently open. We will be accepting applications through July 19th. This is an amazing program\, managed collaboratively by Portland Audubon and Columbia Land Trust\, which has enrolled over 5\,000 yards in Multnomah\, Washington\, Clackamas and Clark Counties. This is a great job for somebody with strong managerial\, community building.and collaboration skills and a real passion for urban conservation.\n\nPlease pass this on to anybody you think would be interested. Application can be found at this link: https://audubonportland.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Backyard-Habitat-Program-Manager-2019.pdf
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/backyard-habitat-certification-program/
LOCATION:Audubon Society of Portland\, 5151 NW Cornell Road\, Portland\, OR\, 97210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jobs + Internships
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190715T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190715T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T032600
CREATED:20190702T103549Z
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SUMMARY:PPS- Climate Change and Climate Justice Programs Manager
DESCRIPTION:Posting Timeline- Open till filled \nPortland Public Schools envisions every student\, every teacher\, every school succeeding. As we commit to a major transformation under new\, nationally recognized leadership\, we are actively seeking talented\, driven professionals who are energized by big challenges. If you are solution-oriented\, a strong communicator and collaborator\, and passionate about urban education\, then this is the place for you! \nSTEAM (Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, Arts and Math) VISION  \nIn order to develop emotionally and physically healthy\, fully-engaged 21st-century citizens\, PPS believes every student should participate in instruction that features dynamic problem-solving and integrated\, personalized\, and contextualized learning experiences. These transformative school and community based experiences will be a catalyst critical for closing the racial\, gender\, linguistic\, and economic opportunity gaps. \nTHE OPPORTUNITY \nWe are seeking a dynamic leader with a demonstrated record of improving student performance and eliminating achievement disparities to join us as our Programs Manager of Climate Change and Climate Justice. The Programs Manager of Climate Change and Climate Justice is a critical leadership position. As the Programs Manager of Climate Change and Climate Justice you will report to the Senior Director of STEAM in the Office of Teaching and Learning.You will take a leadership role in the district’s work to identify and highlight exemplary climate change and climate justice curriculum already being taught in PPS classrooms\, and to support the development of additional climate change and climate justice curriculum\, inclusive of student and community voice. You will serve as a strong collaborator across the Department\, District and Community\, especially the student-led Climate Justice advocacy group\, the Climate Justice Committee\, the PPS Board Student Representative\, and the District Student Council. \nJob Details Here.
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/pps-climate-change-and-climate-justice-programs-manager/
CATEGORIES:Jobs + Internships
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190715
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190716
DTSTAMP:20260408T032600
CREATED:20190702T103550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190702T103550Z
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SUMMARY:Confluence AmeriCorps Members
DESCRIPTION:We are continuing to recruit for our 2019-2020 Confluence positions! Please spread the word! \n\n \nCheck out our website (confluencecenter.org/apply-now) to see a complete listing of all 22 of our upcoming AmeriCorps positions.\n\nConfluence AmeriCorps Members serve full time from September 11\, 2019 through July 31\, 2020. Our positions are “federally-stipended” and offer the following benefits:\n\n\n$13\,992 living allowance paid over the 11-month term of service (approx. $1\,245 monthly\, before taxes).\n$6\,095 education award (qualified student loans and/or education expenses)\nLoan Forbearance\nHealth Care Insurance\nChild Care Reimbursement\n$100 Training Fund\nProfessional Leadership Certificate\, Trainings and Networking opportunities.\nMay be eligible for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).\n\n\nYou will find step-by-step instructions at the bottom of each Position Description but if you still have any questions don’t hesitate to reach out. \nPositions are open until filled – If you have a question about a specific position or timeline\, email the Project Supervisor/Mentor.
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/confluence-americorps-members/
LOCATION:Confluence Environmental Center\, 5441 SE Belmont Street\, Suite 25\, Portland\, OR\, 97215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jobs + Internships
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ORGANIZER;CN="Confluence Environmental Center":MAILTO:ecabral@confluencecenter.org
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SUMMARY:Green Empowerment Technical Manager
DESCRIPTION:Green Empowerment is looking for a dynamic and passionate Technical Manager to help expand our impact across the globe! The ideal candidate has worked in international rural settings\, has experience providing training to diverse audiences and has a strong technical aptitude. Green Empowerment cares deeply about working with local partners to build capacity in their organizations and the communities we serve and applying appropriate technologies to community needs. This is a great opportunity for someone to chart their own course professionally\, help us continue to improve on our mission and work with a global\, dedicated and hard-working team!
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/green-empowerment-technical-manager/
CATEGORIES:Jobs + Internships
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ORGANIZER;CN="Green Empowerment":MAILTO:info@greenempowerment.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190709
DTSTAMP:20260408T032600
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SUMMARY:Job - School Garden Educators
DESCRIPTION:Grow Portland is a nonprofit organization dedicated to hands-on\, culturally-responsive school garden education. We partner with 14 public elementary schools serving over 6\,000 students each month. Grow Portland’s Garden School program uses school garden education to teach elementary students about environmental science and healthy eating. We place skilled garden educators in public schools to provide garden instruction and to facilitate productive garden management in partnership with teachers\, administrators\, and parents. \nWe are hiring two full-time positions (.85 FTE) and one half-time position. These positions will instruct and coordinate our garden education program at 3-4 schools each (see below). We welcome applications from people with passion and skills working in ethnically diverse communities. Grow Portland values all life\, work and educational experience that supports teaching students about gardening—we encourage you to apply and look forward to the possibility of working with you! \nJob Description\nGarden School Educators lead Grow Portland’s school gardening program at assigned public elementary schools. The Educator provides garden-based education\, garden maintenance and leads the engagement of teachers and parents with the support of Grow Portland leadership staff. \nPositions: \n\n1 Full-time Educator (.85 FTE with approx. 35 hrs/week) will teach at 4 schools.\n1 Full-time Educator (.85 FTE with approx. 35 hrs/week) will teach at 4 schools.\n1 Part-time Educator (approx. 20 hrs/week) will teach at 3 schools.\n\nHours & Compensation: \n$19-22/hr (Depending on experience) + generous health benefits and paid time off. \nHours vary depending on position with a minimum of 20 hrs/week. \nMid-August 2019 thru mid-June 2020\, with option to renew contract for 2020-21 school year. \nPossible part-time summer employment in 2020. \nApply by July 8\, 2019 (details below) \nRoles & Responsibilities\n\nGarden education\nTeach hands-on\, academically-supported garden lessons to K-5th grade classes (with classroom teacher support) on pre-scheduled garden days.\nProvide indoor garden-themed lessons during extreme winter weather as needed.\nLead students in hands-on planting activities.\nEffectively connect culturally diverse students to the natural world with an appreciation for diverse learning abilities and needs.\nGardens Site Management\nCreate and maintain a productive\, safe and engaging school garden environment where all students can thrive.\nCollaborate with school staff\, parent volunteers and students to complete basic management of school gardens (planting\, watering\, weeding\, mulching\, etc.). Lead the management of school garden sites through direct work and/or coordination of garden work with parent volunteers through work parties and other events.\nKeep Garden School supplies and tools well stocked and organized (seeds\, soil amendments\, tools\, etc.).\nHarvest and coordinate food for cafeterias and food pantries when possible.\nPartnership\, Community Building\, and Management\nFacilitate productive relationships with teachers\, administrators\, parents and students through regular communication.\nOrient teachers and parents on expectations and protocols of the program at the beginning of the school year with meetings and print/emailed materials.\nPromote parent and community involvement in the gardens.\nProvide monthly photo updates to school and parent leaders.\nPlanning and Scheduling\nWork with lead teachers and administrators to schedule days and times for classes before the school year starts.\nAdapt Grow Portland curriculum to be site-specific and support the needs of different grades\, cultures and learning abilities. Work toward lesson integration with academic standards such as Next Generation Science Standards.\nAttend monthly Grow Portland staff meetings. Collaborate and share curriculum adaptations and best practices with Grow Portland educators.\nEvaluation and Tracking\nComplete monthly progress reports and tracking forms.\nMeasure student learning progress through Grow Portland end-of-year student evaluations.\nDistribute bi-annual online teacher evaluations.\nInvite program testimonials from parents\, teachers\, administrators\, and students.\n\nQualifications\nThe ideal candidate will be self-motivated\, creative\, and flexible\, and have a passion for outdoor education\, gardening\, and nutrition\, in addition to the following: \n\nMinimum 1 year working with elementary-aged children in school gardens/farms\, or other outdoor settings- solid understanding of outdoor teaching practices (managing up to 35 children in a school garden) and hands-on learning.\nA high level of energy and patience sufficient to lead 5-6 garden classes in a day.\nExcellent communication\, organization\, and time management skills.\nExperience working with diverse ethnic groups and cultures. Commitment to culturally-responsive teaching practices.\nAbility to work both collaboratively and independently on self-directed tasks in an organized and timely manner. Meet deadlines\, multitask and balance priorities.\nPassion for spending the majority of time outdoors. Able to perform strenuous physical work including heavy lifting and working in all weather conditions.\nBasic computer skills: Gmail\, Microsoft Office: Word\, PowerPoint\, Excel.\nMust be able to pass a criminal background check.\nAccess to reliable transportation for moving supplies between school sites.\nIn addition to the qualifications above\, we invite applicants who may have the following additional education\, skills\, and knowledge.\nHold a degree in education or a related field with a focus on conservation\, environmental studies\, agriculture/gardening\, OR 2) A combination of experience\, training and/or education that provides the necessary directly relevant skills\, knowledge and abilities to perform assigned tasks.\n\nHave knowledge of or experience with: \n\nGardening\, farming\, environmental education\, or a related field.\nGrowing organic vegetables in the Pacific Northwest: crop planning\, soil fertility\, weed management\, irrigation.\nTeaching cooking to youth in educational settings.\nBasic components of STEM\, Common Core\, and Next Generation Science Standards.\n\nTO APPLY BY JULY 8\, 2019 please send the following as one PDF file to growportland@gmail.com: \n\nCover letter (1 page).\nResume with three professional references (2 pages max).\nAnswers to the following questions (1 page max):\n\nWhy do you think school garden education is important?\nWhat does equity mean to you and how do you see this position working to support equity in schools?\nWe are hiring two full-time positions and one half-time position. Please tell us which one best fits your interest and availability.\nHow did you hear about this position?\n\n\n\nQuestions: Email Djamila Moore\, Education Director\, at dmoore@growportland.org \n 
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/job-school-garden-educators/
CATEGORIES:Jobs + Internships
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ORGANIZER;CN="Grow Portland":MAILTO:dbeller@growportland.org
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SUMMARY:Education and Outreach Coordinator
DESCRIPTION:Are you passionate about working with kids\, protecting fish & wildlife\, and serving the community? Apply to be our next Education and Outreach Coordinator with National Wildlife Federation and Association of Northwest Steelheaders! \nAs an AmeriCorps member with Confluence Environmental Center\, you will gain valuable experience\, participate in professional development opportunities\, and advance equity in Portland’s outdoor spaces. \n\n\n\nPOSITION SUMMARY \nThis position is a partnership between Confluence Environmental Center\, the AmeriCorps Program\, National Wildlife Federation and the Association of Northwest Steelheaders. NWF and ANWS are seeking an AmeriCorps Member to build on the successes of previous AmeriCorps Members\, to promote environmental justice by engaging communities and partners in opportunities that help develop access to outdoor experiences (Family Fish Camp – 20%)\, to coordinate salmon education initiatives (Fish Eggs to Fry – 15%)\, to support sustainable environmental education (Eco-Schools USA\, Schoolyard Habitats – 20%)\, to recruit wildlife stewards to restore/protect wildlife habitat (Garden for Wildlife – 20%)\, and general outreach and partnership development (5%) in neighborhoods with disparities in Clackamas\, Multnomah\, and Washington counties. The Member will participate in Confluence led professional development activities (20%) which include:  Professional Development Series\, team meetings\, National Service events and other self-directed development opportunities. \nPOSITION REQUIREMENTS \n\nPersonal vehicle with insurance.\nExperience communicating and presenting to youth\, teachers\, schools\, and/or management of classrooms/groups.\nStrong organizational and communication skills with attention to detail.\nCan relate easily and openly with diverse audiences.\nAbility to establish and cultivate relationships with potential participants and partners.\nAbility to thrive in a multiple task environment and serve evenings and weekends if needed.\nAbility to travel to visit classrooms and attend partner meetings across the region in Clackamas\, Multnomah\, or Washington counties.\nProficiency with Microsoft Word processing\, PowerPoint software\, databases\, and websites preferred.\nRelevant work or volunteer experience in outreach\, education\, communications\, facilitation of trainings\, or volunteer management.\nWillingness/openness to learn about and discuss racial equity and social justice issues.\nAbility to serve as part of a diverse team.\nRegular and reliable attendance and dependability.\nAmeriCorps Members must be: 18 years of age or older; U.S. citizen\, national or lawful permanent resident; able to commit to the full term of service; able to successfully pass a fingerprint criminal history background check.\n\nPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS \n\nStrong interest and enthusiasm in working with teachers\, students\, and volunteers is highly desired.\nEvent planning and coordination experience.\nWork\, college classes\, or volunteer experience in Environmental Education\, Fish & Wildlife\, or Natural Resources preferred.\nKnowledge of Pacific Northwest flora and fauna\, fisheries\, watershed health (water quality) is desired.\nAbility to speak Spanish (or another language).\n\nMEMBER BENEFITS INCLUDE \n\n$13\,992 living allowance paid over the 11-month term of service (approx. $1\,272 monthly\, before taxes).\n$6\,095 education award (qualified student loans and/or education expenses)\nLoan Forbearance\nHealth Care Insurance\nChild Care Reimbursement\n$100 Training Fund\nProfessional Leadership Certificate\, Trainings and Networking opportunities.\nMay be eligible for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).\nOpportunities to attend conferences\, events\, and participate on partner working groups.\n\n\n\n\n\nHow to Apply:\n\nSTEP 1: Apply to Project Supervisor (Conducts first round interviews and recommends top candidates to Confluence) \n\nEmail the following items to Morgan Parks\, NWF Senior Coordinator-Oregon Education Programs (parksm@nwf.org(link sends e-mail)) by July 8\, 2019:\n\nRésumé\nCover letter (1 page)\nContact information for three references (name\, title\, relationship\, email & phone)\n\n\n\nQuestions about the position? Call Morgan at 503-616-3613 (office) or 541-760-9238 (cell) \nSTEP 2: Apply to Confluence \n\nComplete AmeriCorps Application\nFinal interviews and offers positions\n\nQuestions about Confluence or AmeriCorps? Contact Sherrie Jackson\, Confluence Operations Coordinator\, at 503-719-6779 or sjackson@confluencecenter.org \nSee http://www.confluencecenter.org/apply-now for full job description and how to apply.
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/education-and-outreach-coordinator/
CATEGORIES:Jobs + Internships
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ORGANIZER;CN="National Wildlife Federation &amp%3B Association of Northwest Steelheaders":MAILTO:orhabitat@nwf.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190630
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190701
DTSTAMP:20260408T032600
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SUMMARY:Confluence Environmental Center\, AmeriCorps: Tree Equity Coordinator
DESCRIPTION:Position: Tree Equity Coordinator \nMember Benefits: \n$13\,992 living allowance paid over the 11-month term of service (approx. $1\,272 monthly\, before taxes).\n$6\,095 education award (qualified student loans and/or education expenses)\nLoan Forbearance\nHealth Care Insurance\nChild Care Reimbursement\n$100 Training Fund\nProfessional Leadership Certificate\, Trainings and Networking opportunities.\nMay be eligible for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). \nHours: Full-time\, September 11\, 2019 – July 31\, 2020 (11 months – 1700 hours) \nReports to: Tree Equity Coordinator Supervisor \nClosing Date: June 30\, 2019 \nCONFLUENCE AMERICORPS PROGRAM\nThe Confluence AmeriCorps program advances environmental equity through innovative partnerships with local\norganizations in the Portland metropolitan area. These positions are life changing service opportunities where the Member addresses critical\, environmental needs in low-income communities and communities of color. This position is a dynamic combination between serving a community on a dedicated project (80%) and joining a cohort of Members to engage in professional and leadership development activities (20%). www.confluencecenter.org \nOrganization background: \nCity of Portland\, Environmental Services Bureau\, Environmental Services\, Tree Program\nwww.portlandoregon.gov/bes/trees \nThe Environmental Services Tree Program works for clean rivers\, healthy watersheds and livable\, sustainable communities through planting\, promoting\, and stewarding urban trees in close collaboration with community partners and residents. \nPosition description:  \nThe Environmental Services Tree Program works for clean rivers\, healthy watersheds and livable\, sustainable communities through planting\, promoting\, and stewarding urban trees in close collaboration with community partners and residents. In acknowledgement of the myriad benefits to human and watershed health provided by urban trees and other green infrastructure\, we pursue equity in service delivery. \nThis position is a partnership between Confluence Environmental Center\, AmeriCorps Program and Bureau of Environmental Services\, Tree Program. The Tree Equity Coordinator will assist the Tree Program to plan and develop urban forest and sustainable stormwater capacity in low tree-canopy\, low-income\, racially diverse communities in Portland. This position will build on the successes of previous AmeriCorps Members and will serve closely with the Stormwater Outreach Coordinator to develop and implement outreach and education programming. \nThe AmeriCorps member will connect with community groups\, organizations\, committees and leaders to cultivate partnerships for potential projects (30%); develop and organize materials\, activities and events to foster tree stewardship (25%); and plan and execute tree plantings and stewardship activities in low-tree-canopy\, low-income\, racially diverse communities in close cooperation with partners (25%). The Member will participate in Confluence led leadership development activities which include: Leadership Development Program\, team meetings\, National Service events and other self-directed development opportunities (20%). \nDuties and responsibilities: \n\nSupport Environmental Services’ sustainable stormwater management and human health and safety goals by encouraging community investment and stewardship in clean rivers\, healthy watersheds\, and livable\, sustainable communities.\n– Develop\, plan\, and execute tree planting and stewardship projects in close partnership with community organizations and city bureaus and programs with a focus on opportunities in low-tree-canopy\, low-income\, racially diverse communities.\n– Develop relationships with communities representing Portland’s underserved populations to reach out and provide education.\n– Act as liaison between the City and interested neighborhoods\, community and business groups\, and individuals.\n– Complete and submit all necessary paperwork and reports in a timely manner; abide by program policies; attend and complete all training and service requirements.\n\nRequirements \n– Experience with diverse populations\, particularly communities of color\, immigrants\, and people with limited economic resources.\n– Possession of a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and the ability to provide documentation.\n– Ability and willingness to serve outdoors\, in inclement weather and lift up to 40 lbs.\n– Ability to serve independently and develop individual learning goals\, projects goals\, measurable outcomes\, timelines\, and reporting.\n– Communicate and interact in a positive\, responsible\, respectful manner with various populations such as: project partners\, colleagues\, community volunteers\, students\, and the general public.\n– Serve occasional evenings and weekends.\n– Strong organizational and interpersonal communication skills\, e.g.\, the ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously with a positive attitude about interacting with people by phone\, by email\, and in person.\n– Experience with education\, outreach and/or community engagement with adults and/or youth.\n– Desire to serve a diversity of people to promote education\, environmental stewardship\, and an ethic of service.\n– Willingness/openness to learn about and discuss racial equity and social justice issues.\n–  Ability to serve as part of a diverse team.\n– Regular and reliable attendance and dependability.\n-AmeriCorps Members must be: 18 years of age or older; U.S. citizen\, national or lawful permanent resident; able to commit to the full term of service; able to successfully pass a fingerprint criminal history background check. \n  \nPreferred Qualifications \n– Ability to speak a language other than English (especially any of the “Safe Harbor” languages https://www.portlandoregon.gov/transportation/72502).\n– Reside in a low-tree-canopy\, low-income community or community of color in Portland.\n– Desire and ability to recruit\, assist\, and motivate volunteers.\n– Interest/experience in urban forestry\, natural resources\, stormwater management\, and/or environmental science.\n-Familiarity with the region\n– Experience with GIS\, mapmaking\, and storytelling. \n  \nProject Locations:  \n– The office is in downtown Portland: 400 SW 6th Ave\, 2nd Floor\, Portland\, OR 97204. Service in the field will take place in a variety of locations in the city of Portland\, primarily in East Portland.\n– Service sites are accessible by public transportation and bike.\n– City vehicle is available for service activities as needed.\n– Bike parking is available \nTo apply:  \nSTEP 1: Apply to Project Supervisor: (Conducts first round interviews and recommends top candidates to Confluence) \nEmail the following items to Amy Chomowicz at Amy.Chomowicz@portlandoregon.gov or call 503-823-5323:\n-Résumé\n– Cover letter (1 page)\n– Contact information for three references (name\, title\, relationship\, email & phone) \n\nSTEP 2: Apply to Confluence:\n– Complete AmeriCorps Application: https://my.americorps.gov/mp/login.do\n– Final interviews and offers positions.
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/confluence-environmental-center-americorps-tree-equity-coordinator/
CATEGORIES:Jobs + Internships
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SUMMARY:Apply to be a Confluence Americorps Member
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce the publication of our 2019-2020 Confluence positions! \n\n \nCheck out our website (confluencecenter.org/apply-now) to see a complete listing of all 22 of our upcoming AmeriCorps positions.\n\nConfluence AmeriCorps Members serve full time from September 11\, 2019 through July 31\, 2020. Our positions are “federally-stipended” and offer the following benefits:\n\n\n$13\,992 living allowance paid over the 11-month term of service (approx. $1\,245 monthly\, before taxes).\n$6\,095 education award (qualified student loans and/or education expenses)\nLoan Forbearance\nHealth Care Insurance\nChild Care Reimbursement\n$100 Training Fund\nProfessional Leadership Certificate\, Trainings and Networking opportunities.\nMay be eligible for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).\n\n\nYou will find step-by-step instructions at the bottom of each Position Description but if you still have any questions don’t hesitate to reach out.
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/apply-to-be-a-confluence-americorps-member/
LOCATION:Confluence Environmental Center\, 5441 SE Belmont Street\, Suite 25\, Portland\, OR\, 97215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jobs + Internships
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ORGANIZER;CN="Confluence Environmental Center":MAILTO:ecabral@confluencecenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190627T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190627T170000
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SUMMARY:ECO Seeks Executive Director
DESCRIPTION:Ecology in Classrooms and Outdoors (ECO) seeks an experienced\, goal oriented Executive Director to lead the organization into the next level of growth. This is a high profile position for an individual with a passion for environmental education. \nIdeal candidates possess proven leadership skills and fundraising experience required to drive a renewed and energized organization\, and must be knowledgeable about nonprofit administration\, fiscal management\, possess strong verbal and written communication skills\, and capably represent the organization in public. \nSuccessful candidates will possess a solid background in senior level management at a nonprofit organization and must have a working knowledge of fundraising and experience in development\, and demonstrated the ability to work with diverse partners\, audiences\, stakeholders\, and other community leaders. \nOrganization History \nEcology in Classrooms & Outdoors (ECO) was founded in 2005 to bring hands-on\, outdoor education to K-12 students. Programs occur during the school day\, after school\, and at summer camps. To date\, ECO has served over 26\,000 students in the greater Portland Metro area and along the Oregon Coast\, and has become a leader in the state in providing experiential outdoor education tied to educational standards. \nThe organization has recently completed a three-year Strategic & Fund Development Plan that will continue to support existing programs\, while also growing a new model in which ECO provides training and curriculum to teachers. Through our own programs\, collaborations with partners’ programs\, and supporting statewide initiatives\, ECO aims to make experiential outdoor education a component of every Oregon student’s classroom throughout the entirety of their educational career. \nOrganization: Ecology in Classrooms and Outdoors (ECO) \nMission: To connect students to our natural world and inspire tomorrow’s environmental stewards \nPosition: Executive Director \nStart Date: To be determined\, Position open until filled \nFTE: Regular Full-time\, Exempt (salaried) \nLocation: ECO office: 4214 SE 12th Ave Portland\, OR (near a MAX line and major bus route) \nCompensation: $65\,000-$75\,000 annually \nBenefits: 5 days PTO + 14 holidays\, healthcare \n  \nHow to apply: \n\n\nSubmit your application electronically as a PDF to jobs@ecologyoutdoors.org \n\n\n(Subject line: ED Search)\, include the following materials: \n1. Cover letter describing your interest in the ECO Executive Director position \n2. Chronological resume and 3 professional references \n3. Diversity-Equity-Inclusion statement (up to 1 page) that describes: your personal and/or professional experience advancing DEI. Your application materials will remain confidential with the search team. \nKey Responsibilities: \n\n\nOversee and implement ECO’s Strategic & Fund Development Plan in coordination with the Board of Directors. \n\n\nED is expected to direct fundraising efforts \n\n\n\n\nEnsure financial viability \n\n\nRepresent ECO in the community \n\n\nAct as visionary leader for the organization \n\n\nServe as liaison between Board of Directors and staff \n\n\n  \nDuties and Tasks \n\n\nFundraising Responsibilities \n\n\nOversee and manage the creation and implementation of development activities \n\n\nDevelop relationships with donors and funders \n\n\nEngage Board members in fundraising activities \n\n\nCultivate strong relationships with existing donors and corporate partners to retain and increase the number and size of financial contributions \n\n\nIdentify prospective major donors and corporate partners and develop relationships and mutually advantageous alliances \n\n\nUnderstand relationships between grant funding sources\, partners and programs and assist Director of Operations in developing grant calendar \n\n\n\n\nInternal Responsibilities \n\n\nManage staff to ensure execution of existing systems\, policies and procedures\, such as orientations and performance reviews\, as well as developing and implementing new ones as necessary \n\n\nFacilitate effective internal communications \n\n\nDetermine specific strategies to motivate staff\, set goals\, create and implement actions plans\, and evaluate the process and results \n\n\nFoster teamwork by working cooperatively and effectively with others to resolve problems and provide solutions that enhance organizational effectiveness \n\n\nAttend each ECO program offering on a regular basis \n\n\n\n\nFiscal Responsibilities \n\n\nCreate organizational budget with the Finance Committee \n\n\nOversee financial reporting and present quarterly reports to the Board of Directors \n\n\nAdminister the funds of the organization according to the approved budget \n\n\nMonitor the monthly cash flow of the organization \n\n\n\n\nExternal Responsibilities \n\n\nExpertly represent ECO in the community at partner events\, conferences\, meetings \n\n\nSpeak knowledgeably about ECO’s programs and their impacts on students’ learning\, health\, and sense of belonging to a community \n\n\nEngage with Executive Directors and leaders of other Environmental Education programs \n\n\n\n\nPreferred Knowledge\, Skills and Abilities: \n\n\nExcellent people and communications skills \n\n\nSupervisory experience \n\n\nCertified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE certified) \n\n\nDetail oriented \n\n\nSelf-motivated with demonstrated ability to work with a team \n\n\nStrong computer skills with proficiency or ability to rapidly achieve proficiency in Monday.com\, G Suite\, Microsoft Office Suite\, QuickBooks and Bloomerang \n\n\n\n\nKnowledge of current community challenges and opportunities relating to the mission of the organization
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/eco-seeks-executive-director/
LOCATION:ECO\, PO BOX 90293\, Portland\, OR\, 97290\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jobs + Internships
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ecology in Classrooms &amp%3B Outdoors (ECO)":MAILTO:info@ecologyoutdoors.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190620
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190621
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SUMMARY:Recycling Information Specialist
DESCRIPTION:Deadline to apply: June 20\, 2019\nPay rate: $19.22 hourly \nPOSITION SUMMARY:\nAre you interested in joining a supportive team which helps people learn how to reduce waste and recycle? Do you enjoy talking on the phone? Are you a people person who is excited about providing great customer service? Do you have a passion for waste reduction and recycling\, coupled with willingness to inform and educate? If so\, you might be a great candidate to join Metro’s Recycling Information Center team as a temporary Recycling Specialist. We’re looking for a new team member who will help people in the Portland region find the information they need to recycle\, prevent waste and have a healthy home\, yard\, and garden. \nAs a Recycling Specialist for the Recycling Information Center\, you will work closely with other team members who are passionate about assisting the public and handle more than 80\,000 information referral phone calls each year. The majority of your time will be spent speaking on the phone with residents from across the greater Portland region as you connect them with businesses and organizations that provide recycling services and support reuse of products and materials. You will also teach people about ways they can prevent waste in their homes and businesses. You will also provide customer service support by taking phone calls for Metro’s recycled latex paint product\, MetroPaint\, as well as for customers of our Metro Central and Metro South transfer stations and hazardous waste facilities. Your work will be performed using a database and MS Office suite software. Knowledge of and experience in recycling and waste reduction education is preferred. Supervision is received from the Recycling Information Center program supervisor. \nThis temporary position is a great opportunity for people who currently work or seek a fairly flexible work schedule. Hours are inconsistent\, but are typically weekday\, Saturdays\, and occasional holiday hours. \nMultiple hires may be made from this applicant pool. \nTemporary Recycling Specialists fill in as needed to cover vacations\, leaves\, meetings and high volumes of calls due to promotional campaigns and seasonal variation. Two temporary positions are currently available. We anticipate considering candidates from this applicant pool when additional recycling specialist positions become available. Temporary employees may not work more than 1040 hours in a 12 month period. Temporary employees in this position typically work approximately 400-500 hours in a 12 month period. \nAt Metro\, we hire a workforce representative of the communities we serve\, understanding that a diverse workforce strengthens our organization. We value diversity and support a positive and welcoming environment where all employees can thrive. \nMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: \n\nOne year of customer service\, administrative and/or clerical experience involving extensive public contact over the phone\, and\nA High school diploma or GED\, or\nAny combination of education and experience which provides the applicant with the knowledge\, skills and abilities required to perform the job.\nSchedule: Fill in as needed Monday through Saturday (between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.) to cover vacations\, leaves\, meetings\, high volumes of calls due to promotional campaigns and seasonal variation and short-notice fill-in for illness coverage.\nExperience in the garbage and recycling system is preferred.\n\nTo apply: visit Metro for the complete job announcement and a link to our online hiring center. Metro is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/recycling-information-specialist/
LOCATION:Metro\, 600 NW Grand Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97232\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jobs + Internships
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ORGANIZER;CN="Metro":MAILTO:503-797-1700
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SUMMARY:Stormwater Outreach Coordinator (AmeriCorps Confluence)
DESCRIPTION:APPLICATIONS DUE BY June 30th\, 5pm. \n  \nPOSITION TITLE \nStormwater Outreach Coordinator \nDATES OF SERVICE \nSeptember 11\, 2019 – July 31\, 2020 (11 months – 1700 hours) \nPAY\n$13\,992 living allowance paid over the 11-month term of service (approx. $1\,272 monthly\, before taxes). \nPROJECT PARTNER \nCity of Portland\, Environmental Services Bureau\, \nGreen Street Steward Program https://www.portlandoregon.gov/bes/52501 \n  \nPOSITION SUMMARY \nThe Green Street Steward Program works in close collaboration with community partners and residents for clean rivers\, healthy watersheds and livable\, sustainable communities through promoting and stewarding Green Street facilities (i.e.\, bioswales). In acknowledgement of the many benefits to human and watershed health provided by Green Streets and other green infrastructure\, Stormwater Stewards pursue equity in service delivery. The Stormwater Outreach Coordinator position is a partnership between Confluence Environmental Center\, AmeriCorps Program and Bureau of Environmental Services\, Green Street Steward Program. \n  \nThe Stormwater Outreach Coordinator will build on the successes of previous AmeriCorps Members by inviting community members to participate in the care of Green Streets through community education and watershed stewardship activities. Green Streets function optimally for watershed health with knowledgeable residents to keep a watchful eye and assist in Green Street care. \nThe Member will connect with community groups\, organizations\, and businesses to cultivate partnerships for potential projects and stewardship activities (25%); develop and deliver training and stewardship activities in low-income\, racially diverse communities in close cooperation with partners (25%); recruit and train volunteers and manage data (20%); and develop and organize materials to foster Green Street stewardship (10%). This position will serve closely with the Tree Equity Coordinator to provide outreach\, education\, and programming in low-income\, racially diverse communities in Portland. The Member will participate in Confluence led leadership development activities which include: Leadership Development Program\, team meetings\, National Service events and other self-directed development opportunities (20%). \n  \nESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (to include\, but not limited to): \n\n Recruit community volunteers to become Green Street Stewards and support their stewardship activities.\n Develop\, plan\, and execute Green Street stewardship projects in close partnership with community organizations\nand city bureaus and programs with a focus on opportunities in low-income\, racially diverse communities.\n Establish innovative methods and projects to foster Green Street stewardship and strengthen as well as develop\nrelationships with communities representing Portland’s underserved populations.\n Serve closely with the city and its partners and act as liaison between the city and interested neighborhoods\,\ncommunity and business groups\, and individuals.\n Develop\, coordinate\, and lead stormwater education activities with low-income\, racially diverse community high\nschools\, and immigrant communities\n Support community members in neighborhood beautification and care of green streets.\n Manage Art of Stormwater exhibit.\n Conduct outreach in low-income\, racially diverse communities with Green Streets to gauge interest and concerns.\n Complete and submit all necessary paperwork and reports in a timely manner; abide by program policies; attend\nand complete all training and service requirements.\n\n\nPOSITION REQUIREMENTS \n\n Experience with diverse populations\, particularly communities of color\, immigrants\, and people with limited economic resources.\n Possession of a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and the ability to provide documentation.\n Ability and willingness to serve outdoors\, in inclement weather\, and to lift up to 40 lbs.\n Ability to serve independently and develop individual learning goals\, projects goals\, measurable outcomes\,\ntimelines\, and reporting.\n Communicate and interact in a positive manner with various populations such as: project partners\, colleagues\,\ncommunity volunteers\, students\, and the general public.\n Serve occasional evenings and weekends.\n Strong organizational and interpersonal communication skills.\n Desire to serve a diversity of people to promote education\, environmental stewardship\, and an ethic of service.\n Willingness/openness to learn about and discuss racial equity and social justice issues.\n Ability to serve as part of a diverse team.\n Regular and reliable attendance and dependability.\n AmeriCorps Members must be: 18 years of age or older; U.S. citizen\, national or lawful permanent resident; able to\ncommit to the full term of service; able to successfully pass a fingerprint criminal history background check.\n\nPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS\n\n\n Ability to speak Spanish (or another language other than English).\n Reside in a low-income community or community of color in Portland.\n Desire and ability to recruit\, assist\, and motivate volunteers.\n Interest/experience in natural resources\, stormwater management\, and/or environmental science.\n Familiarity with the region is helpful\, but not required.\n Experience with data collection\, data entry\, and GIS desired but not required.\n\nMEMBER BENEFITS INCLUDE\n\n\n $13\,992 living allowance paid over the 11-month term of service (approx. $1\,272 monthly\, before taxes).\n $6\,095 education award (qualified student loans and/or education expenses)\n\n\n Loan Forbearance\n Health Care Insurance\n Child Care Reimbursement\n $100 Training Fund\n Professional Leadership Certificate\, Trainings and Networking opportunities.\n May be eligible for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).\n\n\nPROJECT LOCATION & TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION \n\n The office is in the 400 SW 6th Ave \, 2nd Floor\, Portland\, OR\, 97204 (the 400 Bldg.). Service in the field will take place in a variety of locations in the city of Portland\, primarily in east Portland and North Portland.\n City vehicle is available for service activities. Member is covered by City’s auto insurance policy.\n Service sites are accessible by public transportation.\n Bike parking is available at the 400 Building.\n\nHOW TO APPLY \nSTEP 1: \nApply to Project Supervisor: (Conducts first round interviews and recommends top candidates to Confluence) \nEmail the following items to Amy Chomowicz at Amy.Chomowicz@portlandoregon.gov or call 503-823-5323: \n Résume\nCover letter (1 page)\nContact information for three references (name\, title\, relationship\, email & phone) \nSTEP 2: Apply to Confluence: https://my.americorps.gov/mp/login.do \n\n Complete AmeriCorps Application\n Final interviews and offers positions.\n\nQUESTIONS ABOUT CONFLUENCE OR AMERICORPS? \nSherrie Jackson | Operations Coordinator | 503-719-6779 | sjackson@confluencecenter.org \n 
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/stormwater-outreach-coordinator-americorps-confluence/
CATEGORIES:Jobs + Internships
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SUMMARY:Invasive Species Technician
DESCRIPTION:The Tualatin Soil and Water Conservation District (TSWCD) is excited to announce that we are now accepting applications for an Invasive Species Technician! The application deadline is Friday\, June 7th at 12 PM. \nThis position will assist and report to the Invasive Species Program Coordinator regarding invasive species (plant or animal) data collection in the field\, data processing in the office\, and herbicide application to control smaller infestations of priority invasive plants at various new and existing properties within Washington County. The Invasive Species Technician will also communicate and/or coordinate (verbally or in writing) with landowners and provide presentations to the public about identifying and reporting priority invasive species. \nThe following education\, experience\, and certification is required to perform the duties of the position: \n\nMinimum of 18 months professional experience conducting invasive weed or plant surveys\, applying herbicides to control weeds\, and working with private landowners.\nA working knowledge of Microsoft Office products\, i.e. Excel\, Word\, PowerPoint;\nWorking knowledge of ESRI products; i.e. ArcGIS\, ArcCollector;\nMinimum of one year’s experience communicating orally to small and large groups.\nStrong written and oral communication skills;\nA strong knowledge of native and non-native plant species.\n\nMust have a valid Oregon driver’s license and clean driving record. (Clean to be determined by the TSWCD insurance carrier) \nThe following experience is preferred to perform the duties of the position: \n\nBachelor’s degree in biology\, botany\, ecology\, environmental science\, crop science or forestry;\nOregon Public Pesticide Applicator license with:\n\no Laws and Safety \no One additional category\, i.e. Aquatic\, Forestry\, Right of Way\, Herbicide Ag\, Regulatory Weed\, Turf & Ornamental Herbicide\, etc. \n\nAt least two years of field experience in the Pacific Northwest identifying native and invasive species (plant or animal). (Be prepared to identify species);\nAt least one year of working experience using ArcGIS (bring in sample work);\nAt least one year of current working relationships with Washington County\, Oregon landowners.\n\n\nThe position is full-time starting at $42\,000-$48\,400 per year plus benefits. Medical and dental insurance are available after 60 days. 100% TSWCD-paid short-term disability\, long-term disability\, and life insurance available after 180 days. TSWCD will contribute 5% of the gross earnings per pay period to a 457(b) retirement plan after 180 days. \nA full job announcement with application instructions can be found at: https://www.swcd.net/news/employment/employment-opportunity-invasive-species-technician/
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/invasive-species-technician/
LOCATION:Tualatin Soil and Water Conservation District\, 7175 NE Evergreen Parkway\, Suite #400\, Hillsboro\, OR\, 97124\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jobs + Internships
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190604T080000
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Coordinator position
DESCRIPTION:Position: Volunteer Coordinator \nCompensation: $40\,000-43\,000 with benefits (medical/vision\, dental\, life ins; PTO\,10 paid holidays\, flexible schedule) \nHours: 40 hours/week\, full-time\, evenings and weekends required \nReports to: Executive Director \nClosing Date: June 20\, 2019 \n  \nOrganization background: \nThe Columbia Slough Watershed Council is a diverse group of neighbors\, property owners\, businesses\, environmental groups\, recreation advocates and government agencies who work to restore and enhance the 60 miles of waterways\, wetlands and slow moving channels known as the Columbia Slough. The Council is a non-profit organization with a mission to preserve\, protect and enhance the watershed. We conduct restoration of public and private lands near the Slough\, educational events and workshops large and small\, canoeing and kayaking events and nature festivals and manage a robust youth education program. The council provides numerous low to no-cost opportunities to play and learn in the watershed.  \n  \nOur office of 5-8 staff members is located in Northeast Portland adjacent to Whitaker Ponds Nature Park. We thrive as a team while also being self-driven and able to work independently. We value diversity within our staff and our communities. We are committed to being an inclusive\, anti-racist organization that reflects and meets the needs of our community in makeup\, priorities\, operations\, and programs. \nPosition description: The Volunteer Coordinator’s primary duties are to recruit\, train and manage volunteers to assist with activities led by the Council’s education\, stewardship and outreach programs and\, in so doing\, provide meaningful engagement opportunities for the volunteers. This position will assist the organization in maintaining volunteer recruitment avenues and records; and assist in the development of volunteer resources under the guidance of the Council. \n  \nDuties and responsibilities: \n\nAssist other staff in determining volunteer support needs across the organization.\nRecruits\, screens and on-boards volunteers through building partnerships with businesses\, organizations and individuals.\nCoordinate volunteer schedules with prompt and clear communication.\nImplement a volunteer recognition plan appropriate to current volunteers’ motivations and provide opportunities for volunteer advancement.\nMaintain accurate volunteer records (e.g. contact information\, service placement and hours).\nMaintains the Council’s boat inventory\, coordinates boat use and leads paddle trainings.\nAssist program directors in the planning and implementation of Council events. \nAttend and participate in staff and other Council meetings.\nRespond to inquiries regarding individual and group volunteer opportunities with the Council.\n\n  \nOther responsibilities: \n\n\n\nLeads the work to actualize the Council’s Equity Action Plan. \nRespond to inquiries from and maintain communication with Council partners\, local businesses and community groups to organize and manage private volunteering events. \n\n\n\n  \n\nDevelop and modify volunteer training resources.\n\n  \n\nPerform other duties as assigned. \n\nQualifications and skills: \n\nExperience successfully leading the coordination of volunteers and their work for events of all sizes\, including large events such as festivals or conferences.\nKayak and canon of meaningful vole experience.\nDemonstrated ability to work well with people of diverse backgrounds\, ages\, abilities\, and cultures with a genuine interest in the creation and facilitation of volunteer experiences.\nAbility to work independently to organize multiple tasks and projects with attention to detail and accuracy; adapt to shifting deadlings; and manage multiple priorities.\nDedication to and/or lived experience working in inclusive\, anti-oppressive community engagement and program design\, particularly in communities of color.\nStrong leadership and interpersonal skills\, friendly demeanor.\nProficient in Microsoft Office and Google Suite (esp. Word and Excel) and Adobe Creative Suite.\nWorking knowledge of email marketing management and appropriate use of social media\, including associated software and apps such as Mailchimp\, Facebook\, Twitter\, etc.\n\n\nGood verbal and written communication skills in English.\nFlexibility to work evenings\, weekdays\, and/or weekends.\nAbility to work on uneven terrain\, lift 30-50 lbs regularly.*\nDriver’s license and reliable transportation.\n\n  \nOther desirable qualities: \n\nAbility to speak and write in Spanish\, Russian\, Vietnamese\, or other languages spoken in the watershed. Spanish is especially desired.\nCMS website design experience.\nExperience leading canoe\, kayak\, and bike trips.\nExperience creating meaningful connections and contacts within communities of color.\nKnowledge of and connection to Portland\, Gresham and Fairview neighborhoods\, schools\, natural areas\, and non-profit organizations in our watershed.\nFamiliarity with our partners\, such as Portland Parks and Recreation and Bureau of Environmental Services\, Verde\, East Multnomah Soil & Water Conservation District\, Port of Portland\, etc.\nAbility to drive a manual transmission and back up a trailer.\nSupervisory experience.\nExperience with grant and report writing.\nCertified in CPR and Basic First Aid (or willing and able to acquire certification upon hire).\n\n  \n*Work Environment: This position includes moving on uneven terrain\, often during inclement weather. The Volunteer Coordinator is often responsible for a portion of event setup which includes lifting 30-50lbs\, setting up tents\, tables and chairs. The person in this position often paddles in canoes or kayaks to access sites or give tours. Around 30-40% of this job requires mobility in non-ADA accessible spaces and moving heavy objects. Please contact the Council with specific questions about accessibility and special accommodation. \n  \nTravel and Safety Requirements:  Travel by car\, valid driver’s license and reliable transportation\, the ability to be insured for vehicle usages\, willingness and ability to use personal transportation related to work is preferred (mileage reimbursed). Appropriate field and safety attire required as event dictates. \n  \nTo apply: Please submit (using a type font size 12) by mail or email (subject line “Volunteer Coordinator”): \n\n\n\nA cover letter not to exceed two pages\nA resume not to exceed two pages\n\n\n\n  \n\nThree references\, (at least one reference must be from a current or previous work supervisor.)\n\n  \n  \nCathy Kellon\, Executive Director \n7040 NE 47th Avenue Portland\, OR 97218 \nexecutive.director@columbiaslough.org  \n  \nPlease no phone or email inquiries. \nClosing Date: Application materials must be received by 5 pm on June 20\, 2019 \n  \nThe Columbia Slough Watershed Council is an equal opportunity employer.  We will not discriminate and will take measures to prevent discrimination against  any employee or job applicant on the bases of race\, color\, gender\, national origin\,  age\, religion\, creed\, disability\, veteran’s status\, marital status\, sexual orientation\, gender identity or gender expression.
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/volunteer-coordinator-position/
CATEGORIES:Jobs + Internships
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SUMMARY:Zenger Farm Executive Director
DESCRIPTION:Zenger Farm is seeking a new Executive Director! The Executive Director will guide the farm’s development in alignment with our mission to promote sustainable food systems\, environmental stewardship\, social justice\, and access to good food for all. Zenger Farm has an annual operating budget of approximately $1.3M and a team of 15 FTE staff. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding/lived experience addressing systems of oppression as well as extensive nonprofit administration and facilitation skills. \n\nThe application deadline is May 31st. See the full job description and application instructions here: https://zengerfarm.org/executive-director/ \n\nWe encourage Black\, Native American\, and people of color\, women\, LGBTQ2SIA people\, religious minorities\, recent migrants/refugees\, differently-abled\, and applicants from different generational and economic backgrounds to apply.
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/zenger-farm-executive-director/
LOCATION:Zenger Farm\, 11741 SE Foster Road\, Portland\, OR\, Portland
CATEGORIES:Jobs + Internships
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190529T080000
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SUMMARY:Community Educator: Lead Poisoning Prevention
DESCRIPTION:Please visit https://www.communityenergyproject.org/job-opportunities/ for full job description and application instructions. \nPOSITION DESCRIPTION \nMISSION                           Community Energy Project believes that everyone deserves a safe\, healthy\, efficient home regardless of income. \nTITLE                                 Community Educator – Lead Poisoning Prevention \nCOMPENSATION         $15-$18/hour\, DOE (full-time\, nonexempt) paid sick and vacation; health insurance fully paid \nREPORTS TO                  Engagement Manager \nPOSITION SUMMARY \nThe Community Educator will work with partners to coordinate and conduct several types of workshops\, chiefly on Lead Poisoning Prevention\, Lead Safe Home Projects\, and Weatherization. The Educator will give approximately 90 workshops per year\, sharing safety and conservation skills with hundreds of participants\, and will clean and distribute 30 HEPA vacuums per year. \nESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES  \n Teaching Workshops and Program Coordination \n\nCoordinate and conduct workshops: scheduling\, facilitating\, teaching\, outreach\, and registration.\nManage supplies: assemble workshop kits\, ordering and distribution.\nThoroughly clean and distribute HEPA vacuums for loan program.\nWork with volunteers to lead presentations\, assemble kits\, enter data\, and conduct follow-up phone surveys. Assist with training and evaluation of volunteers.\nConduct program outreach\, such as relationship building with community partners and possible interaction with the media.\nDemonstrate a commitment to our Equity Plan by developing a thorough knowledge of diversity\, equity and inclusion; participate in staff training; model appropriate behaviors; and nurture an understanding of their impact in a racially and culturally diverse community.\n\nData Management and Reporting \n\nComplete and track all workshop paperwork\nAccurately enter participant data/oversee data entry\, ensuring a high level of accuracy for contract compliance.\nConduct data analysis and create quarterly reports.\nMaintain the database of all workshop participants\, workshop schedule\, and community workshop host sites/contacts.\nTrack supply ordering and distribution.\n\nQUALIFICATIONS and REQUIREMENTS \n\nStrong communication and interpersonal skills with diverse colleagues and the public\nMust have experience with group facilitation and public speaking – comfortable speaking and sharing information with diverse groups of adults.\nComfortable working with families\, including teaching workshops with pregnant and breastfeeding parents\, as well as children of all ages in attendance.\nExperience working with MS Office Suite (Word\, PPT\, Excel) and Google Applications.\nDedication to working collaboratively as part of a team as well as the motivation to work independently.\nHistory of being highly organized\, dependable\, and punctual.\nMust be able to lift 40 lbs. repeatedly\, load and unload supplies and be able to stand for extended periods of time.\nMust have availability to work flexible schedule\, including many evenings and weekends.\nMust have a valid driver’s license\, good driving record\, and access to a vehicle.\nBilingual/Bicultural in Spanish\, Chinese\, Russian\, Vietnamese\, or Somali preferred.\n\nStatement of Inclusion \nCommunity Energy Project is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CEP values and operates by a policy of inclusion\, providing equal opportunity to all persons regardless of their protected status\, including race\, color\, creed\, religion\, sex\, age\, national origin\, marital status\, sexual orientation\, gender identity\, disability\, and/or any other class determined by law. \n\nRequired driving personal and/or company vehicle to trainings\, meetings\, and events\nRequires cleaning HEPA vacuum cleaners\, and the safe handling of potentially lead-contaminated dust\n\nTO APPLY \nPlease submit complete information for each of the items below in order to be considered for this position. We need all the application packet items by 9:00 AM Wednesday\, June 19th\, 2019 \n  \n\n Resume\n\n\n Cover Letter (can include answering the following questions)\n\n\n Answer the following screening questions:\n\nThis position requires a flexible\, variable schedule with many evening and weekend projects year-round. Are you able to work 1-2 evenings a week and nearly every Saturday in the colder months? (Yes or No)\nThis position requires transportation to project sites with weatherization kits\, props & models\, and presentation equipment.\n\n\n\n\nDo you have access to a vehicle? (Yes or No)\nA clean driving record? (Yes or No) and\nInsurance for the vehicle you’d be using? (Yes or No)\n\nThis position requires you to lift up to 40lbs repeatedly\, load and unload workshop materials from the warehouse to vehicle at the beginning and end of workshops\, when assembling kits\, or receiving shipments of materials\, and stand for extended periods of time. Can you perform all of these tasks? (Yes or No)\n\n\n\nq  D. Supplemental Questions. Note that this is a chance to express yourself outside the resume. Please tell us:  \n\nWhy do you want to work at Community Energy Project as a Community Educator?\nWhat can you contribute to our organization and this position\n\nSend the information to:             \nHaley Mountain\, Engagement Manager\nHaley(at)Communityenergyproject.org \n2900 SE Stark St\, Suite A \nPortland\, OR  97214 \nfax 503-284-9403 \nTimeline: \n\nApplication process closes 9:00 AM Wednesday\, June 19th\, 2019\nInterview process: June 20-18th\nPosition starts: Early-to-mid July
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/community-educator-lead-poisoning-prevention/
CATEGORIES:Jobs + Internships
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SUMMARY:Friends of Tryon Creek Summer Jobs
DESCRIPTION:Friends of Tryon Creek has posted their summer seasonal positions. \nStaff positions are open to those aged 18 and up and we have multiple positions open for folks looking to join our community of learners and educators – please share far and wide! \nPlus\, they also are still recruiting for those who are able to take on volunteer positions.  Open to folks aged 15 to 18\, volunteering as a counselor is a great way to grow and learn with a great group of peers and support staff!  Please see the website for more details\, and email Erin Cathcart (erin@tryonfriends.org) for more information!
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/friends-of-tryon-creek-summer-jobs/
LOCATION:Tryon Creek Nature Center\, 11321 SW Terwilliger Blvd\, Portland\, OR\, 97219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jobs + Internships
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SUMMARY:Summer Jobs: Fund for the Public Interest
DESCRIPTION:The Fund is currently hiring students to join our summer campaign staff right here in Portland\, and in 30 other cities across the country. Students will get the opportunity to gain first-hand experience in grassroots organizing\, learn valuable communication skills and have the opportunity to participate in a variety of campaign actions including: running media events\, petitioning\, canvassing\, fundraising\, and writing letters to the editor\, all while being paid as members of our staff. Our staff typically earn an average of $12-17/hour. \nWant to get paid to make a difference this summer? Want to learn valuable communication\, leadership and organizing skills? Want to help protect the environment\, public health\, and our democracy while working with people who share the same passions as you? \nIf so\, you should check out Fund for the Public Interest\, a national non-profit organization that runs campaigns for some of the nation’s most prominent social change and environmental organizations\, such as U.S. PIRG and Environment America. \nThe Fund is currently hiring students to join our summer campaign staff right here in Portland\, and in 30 other cities across the country. Students will get the opportunity to gain first-hand experience in grassroots organizing\, learn valuable communication skills and have the opportunity to participate in a variety of campaign actions including: running media events\, petitioning\, canvassing\, fundraising\, and writing letters to the editor\, all while being paid as members of our staff. Our staff typically earn an average of $12-17/hour. \nInterested? Apply today! Just go to www.summerjobsthatmatter.org.
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/summer-jobs-fund-for-the-public-interest/
CATEGORIES:Jobs + Internships
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ORGANIZER;CN="Public Interest Network":MAILTO:cassondra.rosebraugh@publicinterestnetwork.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190520T170000
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SUMMARY:Backyard Habitat Certification Program Technicians
DESCRIPTION:The Backyard Habitat Certification Program is hiring two part-time habitat technicians to serve our west Portland and Washington County areas! The full job description is attached – and the application deadline is extended to 5pm on Monday\, May 20th.  \nThis unique program is a partnership between Portland Audubon and Columbia Land Trust. Together we work with community members to provide tools and resources to help them maintain their yards in ways that support wildlife\, people\, and the planet. \nHabitat Technicians represent both Portland Audubon and Columbia Land Trust and will be primarily responsible for meeting with program participants to provide site assessments\, recommendations and evaluations for certification. Secondarily\, the Technicians will be responsible for outreach assistance and other administrative tasks as agreed upon. We are looking for candidates that are self-motivated\, highly-organized\, with a background in environmental education\, knowledge of Pacific Northwest native plants and nuisance/noxious weeds\, and excellent customer service skills. Candidates of color are strongly encouraged to apply.
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/backyard-habitat-certification-program-technicians/
LOCATION:Audubon Society of Portland\, 5151 NW Cornell Road\, Portland\, OR\, 97210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jobs + Internships
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190515T080000
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Opportunity: Outdoor Mentors for Diverse Portland Youth
DESCRIPTION:Urban Nature Partners PDX is recruiting outdoor mentors for youth from marginalized communities that are finishing 4th grade. Introduce an awesome young person to urban greenspaces and activities\, and enjoy being part of a dynamic\, small organization of passionate adults! 10 hours per month volunteer commitment for 1-3+ years; personal vehicle recommended (limited transportation stipends available); males\, adults of color\, and Spanish speakers especially desired.
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/volunteer-opportunity-outdoor-mentors-for-diverse-portland-youth-2019-05-15/
CATEGORIES:Jobs + Internships
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ORGANIZER;CN="Urban Nature Partners PDX":MAILTO:urbannaturepartnerspdx@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190507T080000
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CREATED:20190501T090543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190501T092538Z
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SUMMARY:Confluence Program and Outreach Coordinator
DESCRIPTION:Confluence is hiring for a Program and Outreach Coordinator. \nThe Program and Outreach Coordinator will work directly under the Program Director and plays a key role in AmeriCorps Member support\, mentoring\, training and outreach for the AmeriCorps program and is responsible for the overall communication\, graphic identity\, outreach and technology of the Confluence Environmental Center. Confluence Environmental Center is nonprofit located in Portland\, OR and is dedicated to mobilizing community members to address critical environmental needs in lowincome communities and communities of color. \nThis .75FTE staff position is an exciting opportunity for anyone who is excited about environmental equity\, mentorship\, systems management\, AmeriCorps\, training and design. \nVisit our confluencecenter.org/open-positions to download the full position description. \nDeadline to apply is May 7th. \nPlease consider applying or passing along this position to anyone who you think would be a good match.
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/confluence-program-and-outreach-coordinator/
LOCATION:Confluence Environmental Center\, 5441 SE Belmont Street\, Suite 25\, Portland\, OR\, 97215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jobs + Internships
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ORGANIZER;CN="Confluence Environmental Center":MAILTO:ecabral@confluencecenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190505T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190505T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T032600
CREATED:20190502T002100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190502T002100Z
UID:15019-1557043200-1557075600@dev1.gpsen.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer: Friends of Tryon Creek
DESCRIPTION:Friends of Trypn Creek have posted their summer seasonal positions. \nStaff positions are open to those aged 18 and up and we have multiple positions open for folks looking to join our community of learners and educators – please share far and wide! \nThey are also still recruiting for those who are able to take on volunteer positions.  Open to folks aged 15 to 18\, volunteering as a counselor is a great way to grow and learn with a great group of peers and support staff!  Please see the attached flyer and informational sheet\, and email me (erin@tryonfriends.org) for more information!
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/volunteer-friends-of-tryon-creek/
LOCATION:Tryon Creek Nature Center\, 11321 SW Terwilliger Blvd\, Portland\, OR\, 97219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jobs + Internships
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Tryon Creek":MAILTO:erin@tryonfriends.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190501T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190622T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T032600
CREATED:20190515T065352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190515T065352Z
UID:15128-1556697600-1561222800@dev1.gpsen.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Opportunity: Outdoor Mentors for Diverse Portland Youth
DESCRIPTION:Urban Nature Partners PDX is recruiting outdoor mentors for youth from marginalized communities that are finishing 4th grade. Introduce an awesome young person to urban greenspaces and activities\, and enjoy being part of a dynamic\, small organization of passionate adults! 10 hours per month volunteer commitment for 1-3+ years; personal vehicle recommended (limited transportation stipends available); males\, adults of color\, and Spanish speakers especially desired.
URL:https://dev1.gpsen.org/event/volunteer-opportunity-outdoor-mentors-for-diverse-portland-youth/
CATEGORIES:Jobs + Internships
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ORGANIZER;CN="Urban Nature Partners PDX":MAILTO:urbannaturepartnerspdx@gmail.com
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