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Ohio Environmental Council Job Announcement
Position Title: Senior Policy Director
Date posted: March 12, 2008
Applications due: April 15, 2008
Location: Columbus, Ohio
The Ohio Environmental Council (OEC), one of the nation’s premier state environmental advocacy non-profit organizations, is seeking an experienced leader to serve as the Senior Policy Director.
The position: The Senior Policy Director’s primary responsibilities are the direct supervision of seven top-notch policy staff and the coordination of the OEC’s policy and outreach efforts on a broad range of air, land and water issues. The Senior Policy Director reports directly to the Executive Director and serves as the staff liaison to the Board of Director’s Strategic Planning Committee. The Senior Policy Director will provide direct supervision, monthly work plan oversight, and annual evaluations to policy staff, will develop leadership qualities in the staff, and will ensure training and mentoring opportunities for the staff. The Senior Policy Director will develop long-term campaign strategies and build close coordination amongst programs. The Senior Policy Director also will be responsible for managing foundation grants in collaboration with the policy staff, including identifying funding sources, creating proposals, overseeing budgets, building relationships with foundation staff, and complying with all grant reporting requirements.
The organization: The OEC’s mission is to secure healthy air, land, and water for all who call Ohio home. The OEC is a statewide environmental advocacy group with a full-time staff of 15 and an annual budget of $1 million plus, with over three quarters of the budget coming from foundation grants and the rest from private donors. The OEC is Ohio’s leading advocate for fresh air, clean water, and sustainable land use. The OEC has a widely respected 40-year history of innovation, pragmatism, and success. Using legislative initiatives, legal action, scientific principles, and statewide partnerships, we secure a healthier environment for Ohio’s families and communities. Additional information about the organization and its programs can be found on our website.
Qualifications: The Senior Policy Director must possess strong leadership qualities and have experience in the direct supervision of employees. Experience in non-profit management and environmental policy is strongly preferred. The Senior Policy Director should have proven ability to manage and motivate a multi-person staff, create and implement long range plans, and work well with a diverse array of employees, colleagues, Board members, and outside partners. The Senior Policy Director should have substantial experience in a demanding work environment, and good communication and team-building skills. The Senior Policy Director must possess the willingness and ability to travel and occasionally work evening and weekend hours, strong writing and speaking skills, and proficiency in word processing and use of the Internet. The minimum educational qualifications include graduation from a recognized college or university with a Bachelors Degree. An advanced degree with specialization in environment, natural resources, nonprofit management, or public administration is preferred. Knowledge of Ohio—environmental and economic issues, natural history, and politics—is highly desirable.
Salary and benefits: competitive and negotiable, depending upon qualifications and experience.
To apply, please send a letter of application, resume, and names of references to:
Keith Dimoff, Executive Director
Ohio Environmental Council
1207 Grandview Ave. Ste. 201
Columbus , OH 43212-3449
Or send via e-mail to: oec@theoec.org with "Senior Policy Director" in the subject line.
The Ohio Environmental Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Ohio Environmental Council Job Announcement
Position title: Membership Director
Date posted: March 12, 2008
Applications due: April 15, 2008
Location: Columbus, Ohio
The Ohio Environmental Council (OEC) is seeking a Membership Director. The OEC is one of the nation’s premier state environmental advocacy non-profit organizations. The OEC’s mission is to secure healthy air, land, and water for all who call Ohio home.
The position: The Membership Director works with Director of Development for aggressive growth of the Ohio Environmental Council’s membership of individuals and nonprofit organizations.
- Responsible for preparing annual membership development plan, including analysis and evaluation of past membership development efforts. Closely work with the entire Board and staff to implement goals. Integrate fundraising and networking opportunities presented to Board and staff through their programmatic outreach efforts.
- Significantly grow OEC’s individual membership program. Evaluate, perform, and improve current tactics including mailings, calling, speaking engagements, online organizing, workplace giving, and events. Research, implement, and evaluate new tactics. Improve print and online membership communications. Respond to member inquiries.
- Build OEC’s nonprofit membership program. Evaluate the membership benefits offered to nonprofit organizations. Develop and execute a recruitment strategy involving Board and staff.
- Organize, assist, and attend fundraising and non-fundraising events including nature tours, house parties, and the OEC’s annual banquet. Responsible for acquiring auction items for annual banquet.
The organization: The Ohio Environmental Council is a statewide environmental advocacy group with a full-time staff of 15 and an annual budget of $1.3 million, with approximately one quarter coming from private donors. The OEC is Ohio’s leading advocate for fresh air, clean water, and sustainable land use. The OEC has a widely respected 40-year history of innovation, pragmatism, and success. Using legislative initiatives, legal action, scientific principles, and statewide partnerships, we secure a healthier environment for Ohio’s families and communities. Additional information about the organization and its programs can be found online at www.theoec.org.
Qualifications: The Membership Director must possess passion for environmental protection, strong leadership qualities, and demonstrated success in nonprofit fundraising, communications, advocacy, or sales. Experience with nonprofit membership is highly preferred. Bachelors degree required. Excellent written and oral communication skills are required. Director should have proficiency with technology, including use of the internet and databases, strong organizational skills, and must pay attention to detail. Should be able to travel throughout Ohio and occasionally work evening and weekend hours.
Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits including paid health, dental, vision, and life insurance, employer-matched retirement fund, and paid vacation, family, sick, and holiday leave.
Application: Send cover letter, resume, 3 writing samples, and references to:
Director of Development
Ohio Environmental Council
1207 Grandview Ave, Suite 201
Columbus, OH 43212-3449
or email: oec@theoec.org with “Membership Director” in the subject line.
The Ohio Environmental Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Ohio Environmental Council Job Announcement
Position Title: Administrative Assistant
Date posted: March 12, 2008
Applications due: April 15, 2008
Location: Columbus, Ohio
Supervisor: Administrative Manager
Salary Range: $10.00-$12.50/hour
General Description: The Administrative Assistant provides clerical support to program, development, and administrative staff.
Qualifications: The minimum education qualification shall include graduation from a recognized technical program with an Associate Degree or similar training and at least one year of administrative experience. The Administrative Assistant must also have the ability to conduct his/herself in a professional manner in keeping with the image of the OEC, demonstrate strong organizational skills, and be willing to work both independently and with others as a team. The Administrative Assistant must be experienced with the following: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Publisher and Access), QuickBooks Pro and accrual bookkeeping/accounting preferred, and other administrative activities. Knowledge of Ohio — environmental and economic issues, natural history, and politics — is highly desirable.
Professional Responsibilities:
1) Administration— Assist with the overall administrative needs of the organization.
a) Answer the phone and greet visitors.
b) Manage the inventory, purchasing, and pick-up of office supplies.
c) Assist with newsletter and other mailings and coordinate bulk mailing activities.
d) Coordinate and maintain press clipping, photo, video, newsletter, and publications morgue.
e) Assist program staff with large projects, grant proposals, and reports in regards to word processing, copying, and faxing, as directed by the Administrative Manager.
2) Membership
a) Work with development staff regarding upkeep of membership database, to include:
processing mail, entering new prospects and assisting with new membership, renewal, and
appeal mailings.
b) Process contributions and ensure thank you letters and welcome packets are sent in a timely
fashion.
3) Assist Executive Director and Senior Manager of Program Staff — Help to manage the flow of the Executive Director’s and Senior Manager of Program Staff’s workloads and schedules.
4) SOAR Energy — Provide customer service and process contracts and invoices.
5) Perform other tasks as directed by the Administrative Manager or Executive Director.
To apply: Submit resume by mail to
Ohio Environmental Council
1207 Grandview Ave., Suite 201
Columbus, OH 43212-3449 by fax to 614-487-7510, or by email to oec@theOEC.org with the subject line “Administrative Assistant.”
Midwest Biodiversity Institute Job Announcement
Position Available : Field Crew Leader
Work Location : MBI is based in Columbus, Ohio. Projects include stream and river surveys in the Midwestern and Eastern U.S. Actual work locations will be varied according to each specific project.
Project Descriptions: Biological assessment of fish assemblages using standardized pulsed D.C. electrofishing methods; also oversee a crew conducting macroinvertebrate, algal, and qualitative and quantitative habitat assessments and limited water sample collections. For most projects, extended overnight travel is required consisting of multiple days and weeks; travel costs are covered both directly and via reimbursement.
Position Description : Field Crew Leader – Leads a 5-6 person field crew responsible for collecting fish, algal, and/or macroinvertebrate assemblage data in wadeable streams and non-wadeable rivers. Must be able to identify fish to species in each survey area and locale. Must be able to execute required methods and quality assurance practices and be capable of safely operating electrofishing gear in wadeable streams and non-wadeable rivers; must also be able to safely operate 4WD trucks and boats with outboard motors. Responsible for carrying out a detailed plan of study, conduct functional supervision of all crew members, and be responsible for care and maintenance of all sampling gear and vehicles. Must be knowledgeable and skilled with watercraft, 4-wheel drive vehicles, and care and maintenance of all sampling gear; responsible for collection and custody of data including data sheets and ancillary forms and information. Data analysis responsibilities will vary by project. For certain projects, crews will travel for extended periods of up to three weeks. Position appointments are temporary and for not more than 12 months beginning in May or June 2008. There is a potential for rehiring on multiple-year projects. Payment is on a salary basis from $2500 - 3000/month, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Benefit options are available and are in addition to the salary terms.
Application process : Send a letter, brief resume, and an MBI employment application via e-mail to mbi@mwbinst.com. For questions, contact Allison Boehler-Graves at the same e-mail, or by phone at (614) 457-6000.
For more information, visit our website at www.midwestbiodiversityinst.org.
Midwest Biodiversity Institute Job Announcement
Position Available: Assistant Crew Leader
Work Location : MBI is based in Columbus, Ohio. Projects include stream and river surveys in the Midwestern and Eastern U.S. Actual work locations will be varied according to each specific project.
Project Descriptions : Biological assessment of fish assemblages using standardized pulsed D.C. electrofishing methods; also oversee a crew conducting macroinvertebrate, algal, and qualitative and quantitative habitat assessments and limited water sample collections. For most projects, extended overnight travel is required consisting of multiple days and weeks; travel costs are covered both directly and via reimbursement.
Position Description : Assistant Crew Leader – Assists a full time crew leader on a 5-6 person field crew responsible for collecting fish, algal, and/or macroinvertebrate assemblage data in streams and rivers. Responsible for executing specific tasks under the direction of the crew leader and in accordance with a detailed plan of study; responsible for care and maintenance of all sampling gear. Must be able to learn watercraft operation and safety, 4-wheel drive vehicle operation, and sampling gear operation and maintenance. Assists crew leader with custody of data including managing and tracking data sheets and ancillary forms and information. For certain projects, crews will travel for extended periods of up to three weeks. Position appointments are temporary and for not less than 6 months, but not more than 12 months beginning in May or June 2008. There is a potential for rehiring on multiple-year projects. Payment is on an hourly basis at $11.50-13.00/hr., commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Application Process : Send a letter, brief resume, and an MBI employment application via e-mail to mbi@mwbinst.com. For questions, contact Allison Boehler-Graves at the same e-mail, or by phone at (614) 457-6000.
For more information, visit our website at www.midwestbiodiversityinst.org.
Midwest Biodiversity Institute Job Announcement
Position Available : Field Technician 1
Work Location : MBI is based in Columbus, Ohio. Projects include stream & river surveys in the greater Midwest and New England, and other states as necessary.
Project Descriptions : Biological assessment of fish, macroinvertebrate, and/or algal assemblages using standardized methods; qualitative and quantitative habitat assessment; field parameters and water sample collection. Extended (>12-20 consecutive days) overnight travel is required with travel costs covered by MBI.
Position Description : Field Technician 1: Works as a member of a 3-4 person field crew that collects fish, macroinvertebrate, and/or algal assemblage and habitat data in wadeable streams and boatable rivers. Responsible for the execution of specific sampling, data recording, and equipment operation and maintenance tasks under the direction of a qualified full time crew leader. Must be able to assist in the operation of wading and boat mounted sampling gear, macroinvertebrate samples, other biological samples, and in-field or laboratory sorting of samples. For some projects, crews may travel over extended periods including weekends. Most projects are operated out of the MBI field facility near Circleville, Ohio. Positions are temporary and for not more than 18-20 consecutive weeks beginning in May - June 2008; extensions may be granted in specific instances. Payment is on a salary basis ranging from $1450-1850/month depending on level of education completed, experience, and qualifications. Employment with MBI is “at will”.
Baseline Skills Required: Ability to perform field sampling and work variable schedules including irregular hours and extended overnight travel including weekends. Experience working around water is desirable.
Application Process: Send a brief resume and an MBI employment application via email to mbi@mwbinst.com. For questions, contact Allison Boehler-Graves at the same e-mail, or by phone at (614) 457-6000.
For more information, visit our website at www.midwestbiodiversityinst.org.
Midwest Biodiversity Institute Job Announcement
Position Available : Admnistrative Assistant
Position Responsibilities: The part-time Administrative Assistant will be under the direct supervision of the Administrative Manager and will assist with general book keeping, including travel expense records, credit card expenses, employee time records, and other duties as needed.
Qualifications:
- Book keeping experience or training preferred
- General office skills, including typing, computer/data entry
- Able to manage projects and to work with minimal supervision
- Capable of communicating effectively
- Working knowledge of all Microsoft Office products
- Basic understanding of networked computer system’s hardware and software
Additional Information:
Expected Hours: 10-12 hours/week initially, with a possible 15-20 hours during field season (June – Oct)
Salary Range : $12 - $15 per hour, commensurate with experience
Application Deadline: Until position is filled
Position Start Date: May 1st, 2008
Benefit Eligibility: This position is not eligible for benefits
Please send a letter of interest and a current resume to: Via e-mail (preferred): mbi@mwbinst.com
Via postal mail:
Midwest Biodiversity Institute
Attn: Allison Boehler-Graves
PO Box 21561
Columbus , OH 43221-0561
MBI is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Visit our website at http://www.midwestbiodiversityinst.org .
Sierra Club Job Announcement
Conservation Organizer
Columbus, Ohio
Date Posted: February 5,2008
The Sierra Club, the nation's oldest, largest and most influential grassroots environmental organization, is seeking a dynamic, dedicated, skilled individual for the position of Conservation Organizer in Columbus, Ohio. Responsibilities include working with local communities and Sierra Club’s national team to stop the coal rush, participation in development of strategies and programs, representation of Sierra Club in the media and coordination of outreach and visibility activities. The conservation organizer supports local community efforts; works in close cooperation with Sierra Club volunteer leaders, Sierra Club staff and partner organizations; trains activists; coordinates grassroots public education and legislative action; and represents Sierra Club to the public.
Interested candidates should have at least 1-2 years' experience in grassroots organizing, coalition building and media relations in the environmental movement, political campaigns or similar organizations. Candidates should have strong demonstrated communications skills, knowledge of coal power plant issues, demonstrated ability to work effectively with volunteers and to support community activism; and computer proficiency.
To apply, submit cover letter and resume to Senior Regional Representative at teresa.mchugh@sierraclub.org. Application deadline is March 1, 2008. Competitive salary and benefits. For more information go to www.sierraclub.org.
Sierra Club is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce.
Teresa McHugh
Midwest Regional Representative
Sierra Club
614.461.0734 X302
131 N. High Street
Suite 605
Columbus, OH 43215
teresa.mchugh@sierraclub.org
Sierra Club Job Announcement
Associate Regional Representative
Columbus, Ohio
Date posted: December 21, 2007
The Sierra Club, the nation's oldest, largest and most influential grassroots environmental organization, is seeking a dynamic, dedicated, skilled individual for the position of Associate Regional Representative based in Columbus OH. Responsibilities include coordination of our Central Ohio “Cool Cities” and Global Warming campaign activities, coordination of our Central Ohio 2008 electoral campaign, participation in development of strategies and programs, representation of Sierra Club in the media and coordination of outreach and visibility activities. The Associate Regional Rep works in close cooperation with volunteer leaders and staff; trains activists, coordinates grassroots public education, legislative action and electoral campaign activity, and represents Sierra Club to the public.
Interested candidates should have at least 1-2 years' experience in grassroots organizing, coalition building and media relations in the environmental movement, political campaigns or similar organizations; strong demonstrated communications skills, knowledge of environmental issues, demonstrated ability to work effectively with volunteers and to mobilize community activism; and computer proficiency.
To apply, submit cover letter and resume to Senior Regional Representative at teresa.mchugh@sierraclub.org. Application deadline is January 20, 2008. Competitive salary and benefits. Sierra Club is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce.
Part-Time Grassroots Coordinator, Audubon Ohio
Audubon Ohio is looking to expand its public policy outreach efforts by hiring a part-time Grassroots Coordinator. This person would work to recruit, educate and mobilize members and activists across the state on important conservation policies initiatives.
If you or someone you know would be interested in joining Audubon Ohio's staff to work to restore the Great Lakes or to curb the impact of Global Warming, please click here to see a job description and application details.
Regional Representative National Wildlife Federation
National Wildlife Federation, America's conservation organization passionate about protecting wildlife for our children's future, is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Regional Representative.
Responsibilities include: Ensuring the long-term effectiveness of NWF and its state affiliate partners by building strong organizations, developing and supporting effective leadership, and creating strong networks of influential people to achieve national and regional conservation victories. Demonstrating the ability to work strategically and as a team player with NWF and affiliate staff and volunteer leaders. Establishing and maintaining partnerships between NWF and its affiliates. Completing duties such as: board development, leadership training, public speaking, providing non-profit business advice, coalition building, campaign planning and implementation, and volunteer cultivation.
Qualifications: A demonstrated passion for and commitment to conservation. Bachelor's degree. Five years experience in two or more of the following: conservation advocacy; board development, volunteer and leadership development; public presentations, coalition building, nonprofit organizational development and fundraising. Exceptional interpersonal skills; team player. Computer proficiency required. Non-profit board development skills desired. Position is located in Ann Arbor, Michigan, and entails extensive travel, primarily in the states of Indiana, Illinois and Minnesota.
To apply online, visit http://www.nwf.org/careergateway/ .
The National Wildlife Federation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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