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THE GALLON ENVIRONMENT LETTER 506 Victoria Ave., Montreal, Quebec H3Y 2R5 Ph. (514) 369- 0230, fax (514) 369 -3282, Email [EMAIL PROTECTED], Vol. 3, No. 15, October 20, 2000 *****************************************************************
CANADA CANADA CANADA CANADA **************************************************************** FOREST STEWARDSHIP COUNCIL WANTS EXECUTIVE
DIRECTOR
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), the world's leading voluntary,
independent forest
certification program, requires an Executive Director to lead its Canadian operations. The FSC is a not for profit organization that promotes environmentally appropriate, socially beneficial and economically viable forest stewardship through the development of regional forest management standards. If you are interested in global forest conservation, this is your opportunity to provide strategic leadership to a vibrant organization that is growing to meet increasing demand for certified forest products in the marketplace. The successful candidate will have proven leadership and strategic planning ability; proven fundraising ability relevant to the non-profit sector; experience in proposal writing, and demonstrated fundraising ability; excellent media relations and oral and written communications skills; superior organizational, program management and facilitation skills; and, knowledge of budgeting and financial systems. The person should have an ability to foster positive collaborative relationships with, and between, key stakeholder organizations as reflected in FSC Canada's chamber structure (Environmental, social, Indigenous Peoples and economic interests); have a willingness and ability to accomplish goals in a team setting; have marketing and promotions experience; experience in multi stakeholder processes; have an understanding of Canada's forest policy and regulatory framework; and, have an understanding of FSC Principles and Criteria. Bilingual in English/French an asset. You must have a willingness to travel throughout Canada and abroad. Deadline for application is November 3, 2000. All interested applicants are asked to submit a detailed resume and covering letter outlining relevant qualifications, experience and references to FSC Canada, Executive Director Selection Committee, 100 Broadview Ave. Suite 421, Toronto, Ontario, M4M 3H3, email [EMAIL PROTECTED] . Visit their website at http://www.web.net/fscca ******************************************************************
SIERRA CLUB OF B.C. WANTS CAMPAIGN
MANAGER
The Sierra Club of B.C., based in Victoria, wishes to hire a Campaign
Manager. The person
will develop and track operating budgets for Campaigns, with support from Senior Campaigners, the Financial Administrator and the Executive Director; review campaign financial reports, update budgets and recommend adjustments; coordinate communication within campaigns; administer the drafting, editing and amendment of campaign Strategic Plans; assist in preparing interim and final grant reports for the Executive Director; and help identify opportunities and determine appropriate course of action for evolving situations that affect environmental campaigns. The successful candidate will have a university degree or equivalent experience and/or education; have knowledge of computer software and communications programs, writing skills; have a familiarity with environmental issues in BC, particularly related to forestry; have a history of work with non-profit organizations. The salary is $34,000 to $40,000. Deadline for application is November 6, 2000. Submit Resume and cover letter to Campaign Manager Posting, C/o Bill Wareham, Executive Director, Sierra Club of B.C., 576 Johnson St., Victoria, B.C. V8W 1M3 fax 250-386-4453, email [EMAIL PROTECTED] . Visit the website at http://www.sierraclub.ca/bc *********************************************************************
IISD LOOKING FOR FIVE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
INTERNS
The International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) based in
Winnipeg, Manitoba,
seeks to employ up to five young interns in sustainable development activities worldwide. IISD is recruiting five Young Canadian Leaders for a Sustainable Future Program (YCLSF). It is looking for five young professionals to take up positions in Norway, India, USA, Switzerland and Sweden. To be eligible for the YCLSF program you must be a Canadian or landed immigrant; have a university or college graduate; be unemployed or underemployed; be between 19 and 30 years of age; have knowledge and understanding of sustainable development issues and practice; have experience with the use of the Internet for research and or information delivery; and, have no previous participation in any internship program funded under the Canadian Government's Youth employment Strategy (YES) program. The deadline for application is October 20, 2000. All inquiries should be directed to Carolee Buckler, Project Manager, YCLSF, International Institute for Sustainable Development, ph. (204) 958-7700. email [EMAIL PROTECTED] . The two positions currently available to view at http://iisd.org/interns/ ******************************************************************************
ENCOMPASS MAGAZINE, ALBERTA, WANTS A
MANAGER
Encompass magazine, published by the Pembina Institute, in Alberta, wishes
to hire a
Manager for the magazine's circulation and advertising. Encompass provides comprehensive coverage and analysis of all the major environmental issues for Alberta. Key responsibilities include assisting in preparing a marketing plan to increase subscription numbers and taking primary responsibility for implementing it advertising sales. If you have demonstrated success in marketing and/or sales, excellent communication and computer skills, and experience or (in lieu of experience) serious interest in the magazine industry, this position will enable you to apply your creativity and enthusiasm to promoting a unique environmental publication. Training in circulation management will be provided. This position is based in the Calgary office of the Pembina Institute, but there is flexibility for occasional work from a home office. The deadline for application is November 8, 2000, and the position will commence early January 2001. Interviews will be held in Calgary on November 14, 2000. Please indicate in your application if this date does not work. Submit your letter of application, resume and references to Kim Sanderson, Publisher, Encompass Magazine,; email [EMAIL PROTECTED] .. Full details are available at http://www.pembina.org **************************************************************************
ONTARIO MINISTRY OF TRANSPORT WANTS AN
ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNER
The Ontario Ministry of Transport, Toronto, wishes to hire an Environmental
Planner, to
work in Kingston, Ontario, who will be responsible for conducting and overseeing all aspects of environmental assessment/protection process; coordinate environmental-specialist input for transportation projects involving planning; design, construction, operation and maintenance; decommission provincial transportation system and its associated materials, equipment, facilities and properties. The successful candidate will have expert knowledge of Ontario's and Canada's environmental assessment acts, other environmental legislation and policies; have significant experience in environmental assessment; have a good understanding of transportation planning to decommissioning; effective communication, analytical, problem-solving, negotiation, project management, organization and interpersonal skills. The deadline for application is October 27, 2000. Send your letter of application and resume quoting file No. MT/ER-151/P to Ministry of Transport, Human Resources Branch, 355 Counter Street, Postal Bag 4000, Kingston, Ontario K7L 5A3, fax (613) 545-4848. Visit the Ministry of Transportation website at http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/ **************************************************************************
ONTARIO CLEAN WATER AGENCY WANTS A WATER
ENGINEER
The Ontario Clean Water Agency (OCWA), based in Toronto wishes to hire an
Engineering
Technical Specialist, to provide project managers with engineering technical expertise in support of water/wastewater project management and operations services. The engineer will participate in identifying and developing engineering business opportunities; and function as a project engineer and manager as needed. The successful candidate will have a P.Eng. And have a membership in the Professional Engineers of Ontario (PEO). She or he should have a thorough knowledge of and proven experience in designing complex, diverse water and wastewater facilities; should have detailed knowledge of standards and practices of contemporary engineering design and construction for water and wastewater systems. Deadline for application is October 27, 2000. Salary range will be from $66,731 to $84,222. Send your resume and covering letter, quoting file OCWA-65/BD, to the Ontario Clean Water Agency, Human Resources, 1 Yonge Street, Suite 1700, Toronto, Ontario M5E 1E5, fax (416) 314-4615. Visit the OCWA website at http://www.ocwa.com/ . ************************************************************************
HAMILTON, ONTARIO NATURALISTS WANTS COORDINATOR The Hamilton Naturalists' Club, Ontario, is searching for an enthusiastic,
well-organized
individual to fill the position of Community Education and Outreach Coordinator for the Nature in Your Neighbourhood project. The Hamilton Naturalists' Club (HNC) has initiated the Nature in Your Neighbourhood project to introduce local residents to the biodiversity and natural areas in their own community, and encourage them to discover and protect their natural history. Funding from the Ontario Trillium Foundation has enabled the HNC to create a Community Education and Outreach Coordinator position to pull together the HNC's most popular and successful programs and offer them in a coordinated fashion; the Coordinator will also be responsible for undertaking the proposed new initiatives. The goals of the project, for which the Community Education and Outreach Coordinator will develop resource materials to compliment the new curriculum for schools and produce educational materials such as posters on local endangered species; will tailor existing HNC educational materials to comply with Scouting/ Guiding badge requirements for local groups; and will coordinate a public program featuring free lectures on natural history in facilities. The successful candidate will have a university degree, with a specialization in environmental, biological or related discipline' a teacher's Certification or familiarity with the Ontario curriculum an asset; and have experience: in program coordination and delivery, including the preparation of educational and resource materials; and, have an ability to operate a personal computer and use electronic mail and the Internet as resource tools; have familiarity with standard word processing, spreadsheet and graphics software packages in a Microsoft Windows environment. The salary will be $33,750.00. The Coordinator will work a 37.5 hour week for one year, beginning on November 27, 2000. Deadline for application is November 3, 2000. Send your application to Conservation & Education Director, Hamilton Naturalists' Club, P.O. Box 89052, Hamilton, Ontario L8S 4R5, or fax to the attention of B. McKean at fax (905) 577-0375, email [EMAIL PROTECTED] . ****************************************************************
NORTH - SOUTH INSTITUTE IN OTTAWA WANTS A
RESEARCHER
The North-South Institute, Canada's leading research institute on global
development policy
issues, is seeking a Researcher to work on the Statistical Appendix of the Institute's annual Canadian Development Report and other ongoing research projects. The successful candidates will have a post-graduate degree in one of the following: Economics, Political Science, International Relations or a related subject; strong quantitative skills; strong analytical skills; strong writing skills; familiarity with theories and methods of research; and knowledge of both French and English is desirable. The deadline for application is October 25, 2000. Send a letter of application and c.v. to North-South Institute, #200 - 55 Murray Street, Ottawa, Ontario K1N 5M3, Fax (613)241-7435, email [EMAIL PROTECTED] Visit the website http://www.nsi-ins.ca/ . *******************************************************************
NAFTA ENVIRONMENT COMMISSIONS WANTS
MANAGER
ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATICS AND BIO-INFORMATICS The Secretariat of the North American Commission for Environmental
Cooperation (CEC), based in Montreal, is seeking a Program Manager,
Environmental Informatics and Bio-Informatics. The role of the successful
applicant will be to develop, coordinate and manage tri-national initiatives in
the fields of environmental bio-informatics and biodiversity information
networks. The primary responsibilities of the position will be to coordinate and
implement new projects in this area or new project components arising from new
tools developed through the North American Biodiversity Information Network,
with special emphasis on invasive species, climate change and health. The
incumbent will also work with institutions and agencies that collect, manage or
use biodiversity data to collaborate on providing more open access to
information across North America. An integrated, interdisciplinary approach will
be required in the planning, development and implementation of these projects.
The successful applicant will also work collaboratively with other program
managers who have comparable responsibilities for leading related projects
emphasizing other environmental issues or areas. This program manager will work
under the general direction of the Director of Programs. The successful
applicant will hold a postgraduate degree in environmental informatics or
another discipline relevant to the job responsibilities, or proven experience in
one of these disciplines. Knowledge of and experience with biodiversity
information or bio-informatics is preferred. A minimum of seven years of
experience is required. Experience in the following fields is desirable: design
and development of strategies for biodiversity or other environmental data
management, planning for the development of biodiversity information networks,
international issues relating to the management of biodiversity or other
environmental data, other initiatives or issues related data sharing. Previous
experience working with non-governmental, private sector or academic
organizations and with local, state, provincial or federal governments in the
management and coordination of successful interagency, intergovernmental and
international initiatives is desirable. The deadline for application is November
30, 2000. Submit your résumé to Eduardo Delgadillo, Director of Administration
and Finances, Commission for Environmental Cooperation, 393 St-Jacques West,
Suite 200, Montreal, Quebec H2Y 1N9, Email [EMAIL PROTECTED] . Visit
the website at http://www.cec.org/
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UNITED STATES AND INTERNATIONAL ********************************************************************* DESERT RESEARCH INSTITUTE, NEVADA WANTS
AN
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR FOR ATMOSPHERIC SCIENCES The Desert Research Institute (DRI) within the University and Community
College System of Nevada wishes to hire an Executive Director for its Division
of Atmospheric Sciences (DAS). This position offers a unique opportunity for a
dynamic scientific leader to further the role of DRI as a world-class
contributor to the atmospheric and air quality sciences. The staff of 75
includes 35 scientists with doctoral degrees publishing dozen of peer-reviewed
publications annually, and bringing currently more than US $7.0 million annually
in sponsored research. DAS staff in Reno, NV recently occupied a brand-new $14
million facility equipped with state-of-the-art instrumentation. DAS also
maintains significant presence in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Division conducts basic
and applied research in atmospheric science and air quality with a worldwide
scope, and directs the graduate program at the University of Nevada Reno. The
DAS Executive Director is a dean-level position within University and Community
College of Nevada academic structure. The successful candidate will work with
the DAS faculty, other DRI Divisions, and the DRI President to plan and execute
a long-term research strategy, allocate and manage resources, promote faculty
and staff professional development, strengthen the graduate program, and to
recruit research sponsors and benefactors. Excellent management support systems,
staff and infrastructure exist to facilitate these efforts at both the Division
and Institute levels. Candidates should possess a doctoral degree in science or
engineering, a broad understanding of the atmospheric and air quality sciences,
and an established record of leadership and research. A strong combination of
scientific and management skills is important, as is the ability to understand
the complexities of interdisciplinary research. A more complete description of
the position, the DAS, and DRI can be found at http://www.dri.edu. To apply, refer to
Position #20-001 in a letter of interest and enclose current curriculum vitae, a
copy of your highest degree, and contact information for three references. You
may submit materials to: Human Resources Dept., DRI, 2215 Raggio Pkwy, Reno,
Nevada 89512. You can fax them to (775) 673-7339; or e-mail MS
Word-compatible attachments to [EMAIL PROTECTED] . DRI is an AA/EEO employer
that hires only U.S. citizens and those authorized to work in the U.S.
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DESERT RESEARCH INSTITUTE, NEVADA WANTS
AN
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR FOR HYDROLOGIC SCIENCES The Desert Research Institute (DRI) within the University and Community
College System of Nevada wishes to hire an Executive Director for its Division
of Hydrologic Sciences (DHS). Reporting to the President, the Hydrologic
Sciences Division Director will promote the needs of DHS faculty; serves as
faculty mentor and collaborator; facilitates teaching and research with related
departments at UCCSN's two teaching campuses and interacts with current and
potential sponsors to further the strategic goals of DHS and the Institute. The
Executive Director we are seeking will bring to DRI a strong scientific
background, with proven leadership, communication, administrative, and personnel
skills. The Director will identify and pursue research opportunities
relevant to the interests and capabilities of the faculty; represent the
research of the faculty to constituencies both within and external to the
Institute; develop, in close collaboration with the faculty, a research vision
and science plan; work with the Vice President of Academic Affairs to facilitate
teaching opportunities for the Division's faculty; and foster interdisciplinary
research across the three divisions and two interdisciplinary centers of DRI,
with the other campuses of the UCCSN, and other organizations. The Division's
diverse research, basic and applied, includes integrating physical, chemical,
and biologic processes in emerging disciplines such as global environmental
hydrology, climate change, and complex watersheds; as well as traditional
disciplines including groundwater hydrology and hydraulics; hydraulic
engineering and surface water hydrology; contaminant transport in both surface
and subsurface systems; geochemistry; and snow, ice, and unsaturated zone
hydrology. DRI is an AA/EEO employer; we hire only U.S. citizens and those
authorized to work in the U.S. To apply, refer to Position #20-001
in a letter of interest and enclose current curriculum vitae, a copy of your
highest degree, and contact information for three references. You may submit
materials to: Human Resources Dept., DRI, 2215 Raggio Pkwy, Reno, Nevada
89512. You can fax them to (775) 673-7339; or e-mail MS Word-compatible
attachments to [EMAIL PROTECTED] .
DRI is an AA/EEO employer that hires only U.S. citizens and those authorized to
work in the U.S. For a complete description of the Director's responsibilities,
and the application requirements and process, please visit us at http://www.dri.edu.
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ELECTRIC VEHICLE GROUP IN VERMONT WANTS
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR The group is called Evermont. It is a statewide non-profit organization
advocating for cleaner vehicles. It's current projects include the DARPA and
NAVC Supercapacitor Testing Project; also testing supercapacitors in two
Solectria Forces; the 1998 Blue Bird Hybrid-Electric School Bus Testing and
demonstrating a hybrid-electric school bus in Vermont; and the DARPA and NAVC
Design, Integration and Test of APU/HEV Testing an APU in a Solectria
hybrid-electric Citi-Van. Evermont is seeking a full-time creative,
entrepreneurial Executive Director. Deadline for application is November 6,
2000. Send application to Richard Watts, Director Evermont, 103 South Main St.
Agency of Natural Resources, Waterbury, Vermont 05671-0301, ph.
802-241-3556, fax 802-241-2590, email [EMAIL PROTECTED] or
call Kevin Bracey at (802) 241-3841. Visit the website at http://www.evermont.org
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MINNESOTA POLLUTION CONTROL AGENCY WANTS
AN
ENVIRONMENTAL RISK ASSESSOR The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency wishes to hire a Environmental Risk
Assessor. It is a state regulatory agency whose purpose is to protect
Minnesota's environment through monitoring environmental quality and enforcing
environmental regulations. Interested candidates should have an advanced degree
and experience in environmental health, toxicology, or natural sciences or
equivalent in training and experience adequate to analyze and understand
environmental data, fate and transport of environmental contaminants, risk
assessment principles, toxicology, and develop conclusions and recommendations.
The incumbent must be able to recognize and understand the potential impacts of
toxic pollutants on the environment and human health and must be able to
recognize and evaluate factors that make a pollutant more or less toxic. The
successful candidate will have knowledge and experience in toxicology, routes of
exposure, and assessment of effects and risks of environmental contaminants;
have knowledge and experience re the biological, chemical and physical aspects
of the environment and the fate, transport, interaction and effects of
environmental contaminants; have knowledge of and experience applying state and
federal environmental laws, regulations, and guidelines; and have knowledge and
ability to effectively use existing data and information to assess facility
potential impacts and risks to human health and the environment, identify
possible next steps, and make decisions. This position encounters problems
associated with the review of procedures, algorithms, input data, and
assumptions used in risk assessments for EAWs, EISs, facility air emission
permits, cleanup of hazardous waste sites, and petroleum leak sites. The salary
Range us from US $39,338 to $57,691. To obtain application information please
e-mail a request for information to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or
call ph. (651) 296-7348. Visit the website at http://www.pca.state.mn.us .
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NEBRASKA NATURAL RESOURCES WANTS GENERAL
MANAGER
The Upper Republican Natural Resources District in Southwest Nebraska seeks
applications for General Manager position. The incumbent reports to an elected
Board of Directors & is responsible for administration of District's
activities including ground water management, conservation and enhancement of
other natural resources, and information & education activities. Position
available 01/01/01. Requirements: Self-motivated; positive, professional &
congenial attitude; strong written & oral communication skills; successful
budgeting & personnel management experience; knowledge of ground water &
other natural resource management issues; ability to work with elected Board,
farmers, business people, government agencies & general public. Regular
interaction with federal, state and local agencies necessary. Information and
education are important component of all District programs. Qualifications:
BA/BS degree & experience in directing natural resources or agriculture
agencies or enterprises. Course work beyond bachelor's degree helpful. Deadline
for application is November 6, 2000. Submit application letter; professional
resume; & names, addresses, & telephone #s of four professional
references by 11/06/00 to Manager Search Committee, P.O. Box 1140, Imperial,
Nebraska 69033, ph.308-882-5173; e-mail [EMAIL PROTECTED] . Visit the website http://www.urnrd.org .
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STEVEN WINTER ASSOCIATES, CONNECTICUT WANTS TO
HIRE
AN NUMBER OF PROFESSIONALS IN ENERGY EFFICIENCY Steven Winter Associates, Inc., (SWA) with offices in Connecticut and
Washington, D.C., is a research and consulting firm with specialized expertise
in technologies and procedures that improve the energy performance and cost
effectiveness of buildings. SWA uses advanced tools for energy simulation such
as DOE-2 and ENERGY-10. Established in 1972, Steven Winter Associates, Inc. is a
research and consulting firm with specialized expertise in technologies and
procedures that improve the performance and cost effectiveness of buildings.
With offices in Norwalk, Connecticut and Washington, D.C., is has a staff of
over 50 architects, engineers, and scientists working to make buildings more
energy efficient, more affordable, more accessible, and more sustainable.
Positions sought include Senior/Intermediate Energy Professionals, Mechanical,
Electrical, Plumbing Systems Design Engineers MEP, and Green Architects. Send
your application with letter and c.v. to Human Resources, Steven Winter
Associates, Inc., 50 Washington Street, Norwalk, Connecticut 06854, Fax
203-852-0741, email [EMAIL PROTECTED] . See http://www.swinter.com/company/job_openings.html
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OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY WANTS PROFESSOR IN HUMAN
GEOGRAPHY
The Geography department at The Ohio State University seeks to appoint an
Assistant or Associate Professor in Human Geography. The person should have a
Ph.D. with a focus on Society and Environment. Interests that intersect with
Urban and/or Economic Geography. Reference will be given to those whose
interests augment and support the department's substantive, theoretical, and
analytical orientations. This position will complement two emerging
University-wide initiatives in which Geography plays a central role -- on urban
and regional analysis and environmental policy. The candidate should have GIS
and/or RS skills with an environmental focus. Other complementary areas include
societal aspects of environmental change. Send a letter of application, complete
vitae, statement of professional interests and accomplishments, three letters of
reference, and selected papers (published, forthcoming, submitted) to Lawrence
A. Brown, Chair; Department of Geography; The Ohio State University; 154 North
Oval Mall; Columbus, Ohio 43210-1361, USA. Tel: 614-292-2514/2320; fax
614-292-6213; e-mail [EMAIL PROTECTED]
or [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Visit the website
at http://www.geography.ohio-state.edu
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CONSERVATION POSITIONS IN LATIN AMERICA
SOUGHT
BY RARE CENTER FOR TROPICAL CONSERVATION RARE Center for Tropical Conservation is a twenty-six year old organization
based in Arlington, Virginia, with offices in Mexico, Honduras, Saint Lucia,
Belize, Palau and the United Kingdom. It wishes to hire several positions
related to managing programs within countries and nature guide training. For
example, it seeks an Assistant Director for its Nature Guide Training Program.
The Assistant Director for Nature Guide Training is responsible for the
development, implementation, and supervision of the Nature Guide Training
courses at various sites around the world. This position will supervise
field staff and volunteers as they facilitate the Guide Training course. The
successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field; Master's
degree preferred. Experience living and working in Latin America,
implementing, monitoring, and evaluating programs, and excellent communication
skills required. Must be able to create and manage a program budget and monitor
financial needs.
The Country Manager will be responsible for the implementation and
supervision of multiple projects designed to meet the needs of the specific site
in which they will manage. This position will serve as the informational
representative of RARE Center in country. Key responsibilities will be to
manage a field office, assist in diplomatic support, ensure compliance with
local laws and customs, and assist in monitoring and evaluation of projects and
coordinate technical assistance from other RARE Center staff. The successful
candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field; Master's degree
preferred. Citizen of site country, bilingual in English and site
language, diplomatic experience, knowledge of local regulations, and excellent
communication skills required. Must be able to manage a program budget and
monitor financial needs. Interest in conservation and a willingness to
travel a must. interest in conservation a must. Interested candidates should
send a cover letter, resume, and three references to the Director of Ecotourism
and Community Development, 1840 Wilson Blvd, Ste 402, Arlington, Virginia
22201. E-mail [EMAIL PROTECTED]
or fax at 703-522-5027. To find out more about RARE Center, visit its
website at http://www.rarecenter.org .
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NEW MEXICO WILDERNESS ALLIANCE
WANTS
WILDERNESS PROTECTION COORDINATOR The New Mexico Wilderness Alliance, based in Albuquerque, New Mexico,
wishes to hire a Wilderness Protection Coordinator/Staff Attorney. The Alliance
is a non-profit organization dedicated to the protection, restoration, and
continued enjoyment of New Mexico's existing and eligible Wilderness Areas. New
Mexico Wilderness Alliance seeks an energetic, proactive individual to help
ensure that all lands proposed for Wilderness designation by the New Mexico
Wilderness Alliance remain eligible for eventual Wilderness designation. This
person will act as a liaison for the organization with all public lands agencies
in New Mexico and will ensure strict enforcement of agencies' regulations and
advocate for protection of proposed and existing Wilderness areas. The
successful candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in environmental studies,
policy analysis, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and
experience A law degree or ample legal experience is preferred. The candidate
will have one to three years experience in Grassroots Organizing and/or
Environmental Advocacy; will have experience working with environmental policy
and dedication to public lands protection are requisite will have a familiarity
with conservation issues, particularly public lands issues; and, experience with
writing, editing, media, communications. The salary is US $30,000 per year. Send
resume, cover letter, and writing sample (3 pages maximum) to the New Mexico
Wilderness Alliance, Attn: Wilderness Protection Coordinator Search, P.O. Box
13116, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87192
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UNIVERSITY OF MAINE WANTS ENVIRONMENTAL
ECONOMIST
The Department of Resource Economic and Policy, in the College of Natural
Sciences, Forestry and Agriculture, at the University of Maine wishes to appoint
a professor in Environmental Economics. The successful candidate will have
a Ph.D. in Resource/Agricultural Economics or Economics with primary
emphasis in Environmental Economics; have strong theoretical and quantitative
training with demonstrated interest in applied policy analysis; excellent
written and oral communication skills; ability to teach graduate and
undergraduate courses. It is expected that applicants will conduct research in
one of the following areas: water quality, air quality, the interface between
agriculture (or other business activities) and the environment, health,
forestry, or other areas complementary to the mission of the department. The
candidate is expected to establish a high quality research program including a
commitment to seeking and obtaining external funding. Student advising, other
departmental duties and professional and public service are also expected.
Candidates should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, transcripts and
have up to four letters of reference sent to George K. Criner, Chair, Department
of Resource Economics and Policy, University of Maine, 5782 Winslow Hall, Orono,
Maine 04469-5783, ph. (207) 581-3150, email [EMAIL PROTECTED]
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EYFA IN THE NETHERLANDS SEEKS YOUNG ACTIVITIES
FOR
THREE (3) POSITIONS EYFA, a European wide network of individuals and groups, based in
Amsterdam, The Netherlands, active on social and environmental issues, wishes to
hire a number of positions including an Officer Coordinator, a Financial
Coordinator, and a fund raiser. The aim of EYFA is to challenge socially and
environmentally unsound ways of life by promoting alternative ways of living and
working. It believes in consensus, as a tool for making decisions and
non-violent direct action, as a tool of resistance and social change. EYFA works
to provide young people in Europe with opportunities to exchange knowledge and
experience, inspire and support each other's activities. The applicant should be
under 26 and from an EU country or from Norway, Bulgaria, Cyprus,
Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Romania,
Slovak Republic, etc. EYFA wishes to hire three positions; Office Coordinator,
Finance Coordinator, and Fundraising Coordinator. At EYFA you will get a basic
activist wage, the same as everyone else in the office, plus basic rent, and
travel costs to Amsterdam. Send your application to EYFA, posthus 94115, 1090
GC, Amsterdam, The Netherlands, ph. +31 (0) 20 665-7743, fax +31 (0) 20
692-8757, email [EMAIL PROTECTED] . Visit their
website at http://www.eyfa.org/
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