Job Opportunities
Internships, Temporary Positions
- North Pacific Groundfish Observer
(Alaskan Observers, Inc., Location: Alaska ) - Biological Technician
(Umpqua National Forest, Location: Southern Oregon Cascades) - Pesticide Watch Summer Internship
(2 Vacancies, Pesticide Watch and Pesticide Watch Education Fund , Lcoation: Sacramento, CA) - Fisheries Research Permit Specialist
(National Marine Fisheries Service, Location: Santa Rosa, CA) - Fish and Wildlife Scientific Aide
(California Department of Fish and Game, Location: Monterey, California) - Environmental Program Research & Outreach Asstistant
(CERES program ) - Water Pollution Control Facility Laboratory Internship
(City of Woodland , Location: Woodland, CA) - Tree Survey Internship
(TREE Davis, Location: Yolo County)
Career, Professional Positions
- Physical Hydrologists, Water Resource Analysts, Environmental
(The Shibatani Group, INC., Location: Sacramento, CA) - Program Manager, Water Quality and Agriculture
(The Otter Project, Monterey Coastkeeper, Location: Monterey, CA) - Executive Director
(Solano Land Trust, Location: Fairfield, CA) - Tree Davis Program Director
(TREE Davis, Location: Yolo County) - Senior Agro-Ecologist - NEW
(World Agroforestry Centre, Location: Nairobi, Kenya) - Entomology Advisor - NEW
(Division of Agriculture & Natural Resources, University of California Cooperative Extension, Location: Monterey (Salinas-headquarters) San Benito and Santa Cruz Counties)
Internships, Temporary Positions
North Pacific Groundfish Observer
Alaskan Observers, Inc.
Location: Alaska
Web site: |
Contact: | For Information & Application, Contact: David Edick, Alaskan Observers, Inc., 130 Nickerson, Suite 206, Seattle, WA 98109; E-mail: aoistaff@alaskanobservers.com; Phone: 1-800-483-7310 or 206-283-7310; Fax: 206-283-6519. |
Currently recruiting for trainings that will begin in May and June of 2008
Are you looking for a challenging opportunity where you can leverage your degree in the biological sciences? Do you want to play a critical roll in the conservation and management of fisheries resources? Are you looking for a financially rewarding career that offers independence, adventure and practical experience in field biology? If so, then Alaskan Observers Inc. (AOI) may have the perfect job for you! We have an immediate need for North Pacific Groundfish Observers to join our team! AOI was founded in 1988 with the goal of contributing to the management of fisheries for the benefit of future generations. AOI is the premiere provider of Observers to the National Marine Fisheries Service North Pacific Groundfish Observer Program.
As an at-sea biologist working aboard U.S.-flagged commercial fishing vessels, you will gather data essential to the sustainability of fisheries resources in Alaska. Following a paid 3-week training in either Anchorage or Seattle, you will make 2 deployments in the course of 6 to 7 months, each approximately 2 ½ months in length.
Observers live and work aboard commercial fishing vessels operating in the Bering Sea and the North Pacific Ocean, identifying fish species, sampling catches to determine their species composition, making estimates of total catch, and collecting age structures and biological data from target species. Observers are guaranteed subsequent deployment opportunities and salary advances.
COMPENSATION: $3,900.00-$6,006.00 per month, depending on experience, plus room, board, and travel to and from job site.
QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in fisheries biology, marine biology, general biology, zoology, or a related natural science.
CLOSING DATE: None. Three-week, paid training courses are held periodically throughout the year.
It is the policy of Alaskan Observers, Inc. to select the best individuals available for each job opening without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, veteren status, or any other reason prohibited by regulations or guidelines relating to discrimination in employment.
MODIFIED ON: 3/20/2008
Biological Technician
Umpqua National Forest
Location: Southern Oregon Cascades
Contact: | Jenny Moore, District Botanist |
The Job: This is a temporary seasonal position with the U.S. Forest Service. Primary duties are invasive plant inventory & mapping along forest roads and trails (25% of time) and invasive plant control (55%). Secondary duties include native plant seed collection, general plant identification, data entry, restoration planting, other miscellaneous duties, and training (20%). Invasive plant control will consist of hand-pulling small plants, and using non-motorized tools to uproot or cut larger plants. Herbicides will not be used. The work is primarily outdoors, with 1-5 other crew members.
Salary: Grades GS-3, GS-4, and GS-5, $11.34 to $14.24/hour, based on qualifications (education and/ or work experience). Overtime may be authorized.
Schedule: Work period is May-October (possibly November) 2008. Work schedule is four 10-hour days per week, plus possible overtime if interested.
Location: Based at Toketee Ranger Station in the southern Oregon Cascades, 60 miles east of Roseburg. Inexpensive housing (~$150/month) is available at the Toketee bunkhouse. National Forest land surrounds the ranger station, offering outdoor activities such as hiking, mountain biking, camping, boating, fishing, and hunting. Crater Lake National Park, Diamond Lake, and several wilderness areas are within 30 miles.
To Qualify: For a GS-4 level, 60 semester/90 quarter hours of college, including 12 semester/18 quarter hours in science and technical courses, of which 6 semester/9 quarter hours are directly related to the position (Botany or Plant Sciences); or 12 months experience, of which 6 months are directly related to the position; or a combination of the above. Courses in General Botany and Plant Taxonomy are highly desirable.
MODIFIED ON: 4/25/2008
Pesticide Watch Summer Internship
2 Vacancies
Pesticide Watch and Pesticide Watch Education Fund
Lcoation: Sacramento, CA
Contact: | Please send a short cover letter and resume to Paul Schramski, State Director, paul(at)pesticidewatch.org. |
About Pesticide Watch: We all have the right to clean air, clean water and a safe food supply. But we find pesticides in our fields, forests, lawns and ponds. When bureaucracies are slow to respond and chemical manufacturers and agribusiness block progress, Pesticide Watch steps in to help. We’re here to help protect communities and families, and find solutions to pesticide problems.
Since 1991, Pesticide Watch and Pesticide Watch Education Fund (“Pesticide Watch”) have helped citizen groups across California develop sustainable solutions for dealing with pests, instead of using toxic pesticides. Our mission is to work side-by-side with communities to clean up pesticide pollution and prevent pesticide exposure.
Using community organizing, expert referrals, conferences and information guides, Pesticide Watch Education Fund helps community groups wage effective campaigns to force stubborn polluters and unresponsive bureaucracies to protect the health and safety of your community.
Current Pesticide Watch Focus Areas: Our communities face a variety of pesticide issues. As a Pesticide Watch intern you would have the opportunity to work on existing issues and potentially create your own projects in the follow focus areas:
- Pesticide-Free Sacramento campaign.
- Greening agriculture.
- Stopping pesticide drift.
- Safe mosquito control.
Goals
This internship will be an opportunity to:
- Support a core group of leaders around your campaign issue.
- Assist with regular community group meetings.
- Draft materials and conduct research on specific issue.
Expectations for an Intern
- Minimum of 10 hours per week.
- Location is flexible, but work in our downtown Sacramento office is preferred (easy access to buses/light rail, including Yolo Bus from Davis).
Prefer self-motivated interns with experience in community organizing, but willing to train if you are motivated.
MODIFIED ON: 6/17/2008
Fisheries Research Permit Specialist
National Marine Fisheries Service
Location: Santa Rosa, CA
Contact: | William Hearn, NMFS, at 707-575-6062 or email William.Hearn@noaa.gov |
Responsibilities: Under the direction of a lead biologist, the incumbent will review and evaluate research and enhancement permit applications and annual reports for projects affecting federally listed coho salmon, Chinook salmon, and steelhead in coastal watersheds from Mendocino through Monterey Counties. The position involves evaluating and analyzing effects of proposed research and enhancement activities on ESA-listed salmon and steelhead and their habitat. The incumbent will prepare written draft recommendations on ways to minimize adverse effects to ESA-listed salmon and steelhead and their habitat associated with research activities. In addition, the position entails developing written environmental and procedural documents including: draft Federal Register Notices, draft research or enhancement permits, draft biological opinions, draft transmittal memos, and draft National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documents.
Salary: Approximately $60,000.
Desirable Qualifications: At least a 4-yr degree (B.S./B.A.) in Biology, Natural Resource Management or Environmental Sciences, and a minimum of one year professional experience in fisheries biology, aquatic biology, aquatic habitat restoration, or closely related field. A Masters Degree in the above fields may be substituted for the year of specialized professional experience. Applicants should have excellent communication skills (including proficiency in technical writing).
MODIFIED ON: 6/23/2008
Fish and Wildlife Scientific Aide
California Department of Fish and Game
Location: Monterey, California
Contact: | Andrew G. Gordus, Ph.D., Staff Environmental Scientist |
Assist staff in the Wildlife Management and Water Quality Programs. Conduct field studies or surveys by assisting staff collecting wildlife colon and fecal samples for a food safety study (E. coli). Trapping and mist netting mammals and birds. Work hunter check stations during the hunting season. Work with Wildlife Services biologists collecting samples for health surveillance program. Collect samples from hunters or at drop-off points and ship samples overnight to the analytical laboratory. Communicate with farmers, hunters, the general public and other agency personnel. Make contact and coordinate with landowners about getting access to properties for the study. Organize and schedule field study trips. Operate Fish and Game vehicles. May perform administrative tasks such as data entry and management, filing, purchasing, and vehicle maintenance. Some weekend and holiday work will be mandatory. Emphasis of work will be in Monterey, San Benito, and San Luis Obispo Counties.
Minimum Qualifications:
Possession of a valid California Driver's License
Education: Scientific: Completion of a minimum of 10 college level semester hours in biological or chemical sciences.
Additional Desirable Qualifications:
College course work in Biology, Fisheries, Ecology, or Zoology or equivalent.
Wildlife capture and handling techniques
Bacteriological techniques
Computer Skills
Good writing and verbal communication skills
Submit: Send a standard state application form to the above contact person. (STD 678 available @ www.spb.ca.gov/employment/employment_app_adobe.htm ). A résumé may also be submitted. Please include a cover letter, college transcripts, and three references with phone numbers.
Applications will be pre-screened and those with the most suitable background will be invited to an interview.
Full-time Temporary Assignment Final Filing Date: Ongoing
Pay: Scientific: $11.20 to 12.90/hour
MODIFIED ON: 6/23/2008
Environmental Program Research & Outreach Asstistant
CERES program
Job Ref Code: | 28913 |
Web site: |
The California Environmental Resources Evaluation System (CERES) is an program of the California Resources Agency established to facilitate access to a variety of electronic data describing California's rich and diverse environments.
The goal of CERES is to improve environmental analysis and planning by integrating natural and cultural resource information from multiple contributors and by making it available and useful to a wide variety of users. CERES collects and integrates data and information and distributes it via the World Wide Web, tapping into important information sources and contributing to advances in the science of data management and metadata cataloging by encouraging cooperation among governmental, educational, and private groups.
CERES focuses on three related components: technology, data, and community. The first, technology, includes the development of new software and network structures to accommodate the search and retrieval, organization, and accessibility demands associated with huge volumes of data in a wide range of forms. The second, data, encompasses the conversion of vast quantities of information into digital form as well as the evaluation of existing digital data sets and the development of metadata catalogs required searching and data-quality and appropriate use assessment. The third, community, contains CERES' efforts to promote the use of the network for planning and policy and to foster the growth of new users and contributors in a far-reaching web of affiliations.
CERES is made possible by a close working relationship between the California Resources Agency and the Department of Land, Air and Water Resources (DLAWR) at UC Davis. DLAWR provides experts in remote sensing, programming using open source technologies, network operations and design, and informatics.
The position includes a combination of web development tasks coupled with outreach and coordination activities to develop content. Outreach
duties and responsibilities include:
• Communicate with agency staff and stakeholders on environmental projects.
• Under minimal supervision, perform environmental research on available public
content.
• Organize data develop presentation methods.
• Evaluate data and information quality. Web development activities include:
•Verifying and correcting page currentness and correctness, including external links, and some knowledge of content.
• Modification of existing / and creation of new HTML pages.
• Work with subject matter experts to develop new page layout, look and feel, and content.
MODIFIED ON: 6/23/2008
Water Pollution Control Facility Laboratory Internship
City of Woodland
Location: Woodland, CA
Contact: | Mark Severeid |
The City of Woodland seeks an Intern (PAID) for its Water Pollution Control Facility Laboratory. Flexible hours, 10-40 hours/week, 960 hours total. Salary range : $10.25 - 14.25/hr.
Organization: The City of Woodland, located in central eastern Yolo County, is a municipal government which provides water, storm, sewer, and wastewater treatment to the citizens of Woodland. The Environmental Operations Branch coordinates the City's Industrial Pretreatment, Recycling and Stormwater programs and operates and maintains the City's Water Pollution Control Facility.
Position description: The laboratory Intern provides support to laboratory staff within the Public Works Department of City of Woodland. Under the general direction of the Laboratory Analyst, the Intern collects and examines samples of water, wastewater, stormwater and related materials. Performs a variety of standardized and complex tests and analysis of such samples. Maintains and calibrates laboratory equipment, prepares glassware, mixes reagents and media.
Specific duties and responsibilities include:
* Collect and prepare samples of water, wastewater, stormwater and related materials for analysis.
* Under supervision, conduct standard physical, chemical and biological analysis of such samples.
* Make mathematical calculations and statistical analysis for test results.
* Prepare and maintain a variety of logs, records and reports.
* Perform complex sampling techniques.
* Clean and prepare laboratory equipment and glassware.
* Maintain laboratory in a clean and orderly condition.
* Observe safe work methods, practices and precautions; use appropriate safety devices and equipment in accordance to laboratory standard operating procedures.
* Perform related duties as assigned.
Qualifications: A Background and interest in environmental science is desired. Prefer students with upper division coursework in Biology, Chemistry or Environmental Studies.
The ability to:
* Prepare a variety of basic reports and records.
* Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
* Maintain accurate and complete laboratory records.
* Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.
* Meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform the assigned duties and operating assigned equipment.
Basic knowledge of:
* Chemistry and microbiology.
* Mathematics.
* Standard laboratory equipment and its use and care.
Experience:
* Work experience in an environmental laboratory or related position is desirable but not required.
License:
* The possession and maintenance of a valid California Driver's License is required.
MODIFIED ON: 6/23/2008
Tree Survey Internship
TREE Davis
Location: Yolo County
Deadline: | 7/15/2008 |
Contact: | APPLICATION PROCEDURE: |
TYPE: 15 hrs/ week for 10 weeks beginning July 15, 2008 HOURLY RATE: $8- $10 DOE
LOCATION: 203 F St. Suite A, and Davis parks as needed, Davis, CA
QUALIFICATIONS: Local nonprofit seeks applicants with computer experience, for tree survey work. Interns will possess good team work skills, and excellent tree identification knowledge. Ability to read landscape plans a plus. Familiarity with Microsoft Excel required. Interns will be expected to demonstrate a high level of self-motivation.
DESCRIPTION: Interns will work in teams of two assessing shade canopy cover in Davis parks. Data about the trees' species, condition and size will be recorded. Interns will compile written reports and present these to the City Arborist. Willingness to work in variable weather conditions required, although monitoring may be done in the morning to avoid heat. Schedule is flexible.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Established in 1992, TREE Davis is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit corporation whose mission is to expand and enhance our urban forest by teaching the people of our community to plant and care for trees.
MODIFIED ON: 6/27/2008
Career, Professional Positions
Physical Hydrologists, Water Resource Analysts, Environmental
The Shibatani Group, INC.
Location: Sacramento, CA
Deadline: | 7/25/2008 |
Job Ref Code: | 699194 |
Web site: |
Contact: | Mr. Robert Shibatani |
To work on high profile water supply, water rights, water resources, integrated water resource planning, and related regulatory actions in California, focusing on the Sierra Nevada, Delta, and CVP/SWP. Includes hydrologic analyses, watershed runoff assessment, climate change evaluations, new water storage projects, riverine restoration, integration with hydropower, NEPA/CEQA and Endangered Species Act consultations, interagency liaison with federal, State, and local agencies, and public stakeholder involvement. Work will involve extensive writing, data analyses, policy interpretation, archival research, statistical applications, and GIS/mapping and graphics. Out of State and international collaboration with leading climate change hydrologists, regulators, policy specialists, government leaders and academics is also part of the job description.
The anticipated workload and working atmosphere is fast paced and demanding.
Desired Major(s) : Wildlife, Fish and Conservation Biology, Transportation Technology and Policy, Soil Science, Soil and Water Science, Nature and Culture, Landscape Architecture, International Agricultural Development, Hydrology, Hydrologic Sciences, Horticulture and Agronomy, Geology, Evolution and Ecology, Environmental Toxicology, Environmental Policy Analysis and Planning, Environmental Horticulture and Urban Forestry, Environmental Biology and Management, Environmental and Resource Sciences, Engineering, Ecology, Community Development, Community and Regional Development, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Biological Sciences, Atmospheric Science, Anthropology, Agricultural and Resource Economics
Desired Class Level(s) : Senior, Alum, UC Davis, Alum, Other UC, Master's Graduate Student
Work Authorization : U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident
Salary Level : Dependent on Qualifications
Job Function : Consulting, Environmental, Environmental Engineer, Geologist, Meteorologist, Social Science/Policy Research
Desired Start Date : June 2, 2008
Duration : F/T
Approximate Hours Per Week : 50-60
Travel Percentage : < 10% Travel
Qualification : As a high profile specialty firm, top tier candidates are encouraged. Bachelor (min. 3.3 GPA) or Masters (min. 3.7 GPA) degrees. Related work experience highly preferred. Must have a highly energetic, people oriented personality, a willingness to work long hours in a fast-paced environment, possess impeccable written and verbal skills, exceptional technical acumen, and be knowledgeable in all contemporary IT platforms.
MODIFIED ON: 5/19/2008
Program Manager, Water Quality and Agriculture
The Otter Project
Monterey Coastkeeper
Location: Monterey, CA
Web site: |
Contact: | To apply contact: Steve Shimek, Executive Director, The Otter Project, 831/883-4159. exec@otterproject.org |
Water quality monitoring field work, irrigated agriculture liaison, agriculture and water quality data gathering and synthesis
Full time: 40 hours per week (sometimes more)
Posting Date: June 3, 2008
Start Date: ASAP
Monterey County, CA
Required Skills
• Bachelors degree or better in science, environmental studies, or related field
• Ability and experience working outdoors in sometimes difficult conditions
• Data entry and analysis skills
• Ability to work independently
• Exceptional interpersonal skills (critical)
• Bilingual: English and Spanish
• Writing skills
• Comfortable with science informed advocacy
• Must have reliable car, license, and insurance
Helpful Skills
• Ag experience, especially irrigated agriculture
• Water quality monitoring experience
• Water quality analytical experience
• Experience speaking before agencies and groups
• Advocacy skills and experience
• Nonprofit experience
• Experience managing other employees
The Job
Monterey Coastkeeper, a program of The Otter Project, is active in urban, agricultural, chemical, and pathogen water quality issues. This position will manage and implement an independent program in support of the Central Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board’s irrigated agriculture conditional waiver program in Santa Cruz and Monterey counties. Using public information, this position will identify farms not enrolled or participating in the program and encourage participation. This position will both synthesize existing water quality monitoring data and will conduct field work to identify problem sites and operations. This position is funded through a one-year grant; potential to transition this position to permanent.
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be comfortable out of doors (~20 percent of time in all weather conditions) and interacting with many different people (growers, County Ag Commissioners, agencies). The ideal candidate will be environmentally and politically active and concerned and must be committed to finding ways to improve water quality in the Santa Cruz and greater Monterey region. The candidate must be highly motivated. The successful candidate will have some knowledge of The Otter Project, Waterkeeper Alliance, and RWQCB Ag Waiver Program before applying.
Working Conditions
The Otter Project and Monterey Coastkeeper will expand staff, move into commercial offices, and divide into two programs: sea otters and Monterey Coastkeeper within the year. Currently, the small staff works from their own homes and in the executive director’s home office in Marina (near Monterey).
Compensation
• The starting salary for this position is $40,000 with regular merit adjustments. First evaluation at 6 weeks.
• 40 hours per week
• Health benefits are offered after six months employment
• One week paid vacation is accrued for every six months work
MODIFIED ON: 6/17/2008
Executive Director
Solano Land Trust
Location: Fairfield, CA
Web site: |
Contact: | Interested parties should contact Leyna Bernstein, The CBO Center (510) 381-4356 or leyna@cbocenter.org |
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Solano Land Trust, a nonprofit land conservation organization protecting agricultural and open space lands in Solano County, is seeking an exceptional individual to serve as its EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR. The executive director will provide the vision, leadership, strategy, and management to move the organization forward into its third decade of work preserving rural and natural landscapes. The Executive Director will work with a broad coalition of ranchers, farmers, open space advocates, scientists, private land owners and public sector leaders to preserve farmlands, ranchlands and open space in Solano County.
ABOUT SOLANO LAND TRUST
Solano Land Trust is a private non-profit organization whose mission is the preservation of agricultural lands, open space, and resources through the acquisition of land and conservation easements, education, and land management.
Founded in 1986 as the Solano County Farmlands and Open Space Foundation, the group changed its name in 2004 to the Solano Land Trust. The Solano Land Trust was established as a result of litigation involving open space advocates, land developers and a municipal government. This unusual genesis created a board that reflects all sides of land-use issues united in the mission to preserve the agricultural lands and natural landscapes of Solano County. Using innovative, non-confrontational techniques, SLT has permanently protected 19,403 acres of natural areas and agricultural lands to date.
Our anchor properties at Jepson Prairie Preserve, King-Swett Ranches, Lynch Canyon and Rush Ranch represent the rich and varied landscape that makes Solano County unique. From rare vernal pools to tidal marsh wetlands to rolling serpentine grasslands, our properties serve an important role in preserving these habitats for residents in the local community, the Greater Bay Area and all of California.
Working in close partnership with landowners, state and federal agencies, the UC Natural Reserve System, National Estuarine Research Reserve System, livestock operators, nonprofits and our many dedicated volunteers, Solano Land Trust protects and preserves Solano County’s farmland, ranchland, and open space for future generations
SLT owns over 10,000 acres of land in Solano County and has placed conservation easements on more than 8,000 acres. The operating budget and staff have grown significantly in recent years. The organization has an annual operating budget of $2-3 million, staff of eleven, a 13 member board of directors and over 140 dedicated volunteers.
Numerous new conservation easement and land acquisitions projects are in various stages of development. SLT has just opened a nature center at our Rush Ranch open space in the Suisun Marsh. We have plans either approved or underway for management of habitat and public access on our properties. We are in year-one of a three-year agreement with Solano County to manage public access at our 1,038-acre Lynch Canyon Open Space. Our updated website won a 2007 Award for Outstanding Achievement from the Web Marketing Association. To learn more about SLT, visit www.solanolandtrust.org.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Executive Director is the chief executive officer of the land trust, and provides the inspiration, leadership and direction to achieve ambitious organizational goals in a complex environment. The executive director maximizes the organization’s strengths, increases its visibility, builds and stewards strong partnerships with diverse stakeholders, and ensures the financial integrity and sustainability of the organization. The executive director oversees all land trust programs, including acquisition of conservation easements, land stewardship, open space access and education.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Vision and Strategy
The Executive Director provides leadership to the board, staff, volunteers, docents and other stakeholders in implementing the vision and mission of the land trust. The Executive Director partners with the board in developing, implementing and monitoring a long range strategic plan for the organization.
Resource Development and Stakeholder Relations
The Executive Director works closely with the development director, board members and volunteers to leverage connections, maximize fund development and diversify funding sources. S/he serves as a role model for reaching out to and working collaboratively with staff, the Board of Directors and its many subcommittees, volunteers and docents, partners, the farming and business communities and the general public. S/he staffs the Board of Directors and the Executive Committee as well as attends/supports the Investment Committee, the Audit Committee, the Ag Conservation Easement Committee, the Fundraising Committee, and the Habitat and Open Space Transactions Committee.
Financial Management
The Executive Director ensures the long-term financial health and stability of the land trust by actively guiding fund-raising and legacy programs, grant-writing, grazing license, endowment and other revenue-generating activities. The Executive Director also oversees preparation and monitoring of annual budgets and writes the accompanying annual budget narrative.
Human Resource Management
The Executive Director supports staff and sustains an organizational culture of accountability, opportunity and professional development. S/he develops personnel policies and compensation strategies, and ensures compliance with applicable laws and regulations. S/he regularly assesses and refines the organization’s structure and staffing model to ensure program effectiveness and operational capacity. S/he supports volunteer recruitment, recognition and retention.
Organizational Management
The Executive Director ensures that programs, operations, and professional image are supported by sufficient technology, field and business infrastructure. S/he ensures that the organization meets and exceeds all regulations and reporting requirements from government entities and other stakeholders.
QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate will have a deep commitment to and passion for the preservation of agricultural and open space land and the valuable resources they hold. S/he will be a proven leader with experience managing staff and growing revenue in a complex organization.
The successful candidate could come from the nonprofit, government, agricultural or business sector, but must demonstrate a deep knowledge of nonprofit structures and practices. This person must also have an affinity for complex negotiations and business transactions, and the proven ability to forge strong partnerships with people and organizations with opposing views or priorities.
Specific skills and experience include:
• Significant experience as an executive director or senior manager in a non-profit, governmental or for-profit organization is required.
• Demonstrated ability to build and lead effective teams of diverse individuals in a variety of settings is required.
• Knowledge or experience with agriculture, rangeland management or land stewardship is highly desired.
• Experience with real estate transactions and/or complex legal transactions is preferred.
• Ability to successfully raise money from individuals, corporations and foundations is required.
• Competency in performing and reviewing complex writing assignments, such as grant applications, policies, strategic plans, contracts and studies is required.
• Proven public speaking and motivational skills are required.
• Personal knowledge of and relationships within Solano County are highly desired.
MODIFIED ON: 6/19/2008
Tree Davis Program Director
TREE Davis
Location: Yolo County
Deadline: | 7/20/2008 |
Contact: | APPLICATION PROCEDURE: |
Tree Davis, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located in Davis, California, has an immediate opening for a full-time Program Director who is enthusiastic about improving the Yolo County community through the distribution of free shade trees, who enjoys working with the public, and who is familiar with or willing to learn tree species and
care in the Central Valley. An ISA Certified Arborist is preferred but not required.
The job consists of program development and promotion; scheduling and coordinating tree distribution events; computer work, e.g., e-mail, project budget tracking, and report writing, record keeping, and correspondence, etc.; outdoor work coordinating tree distribution events; and attending meetings.
Requirements: Applicants must have a valid California's driver's license and reliable vehicle. Must be able to lift and carry up to 60 lbs under variable weather conditions. Must be available Saturdays and occasional evenings.
Responsibilities include:
. Managing participant database and responding to customer inquiries
. Coordinating tree distribution workshops
. Demonstrating tree planting to the general public
. Recording, summarizing and reporting program-related data
. Evaluating and providing recommendations for program improvements
MODIFIED ON: 6/26/2008
Senior Agro-Ecologist
World Agroforestry Centre
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Web site: |
Contact: | Apply: Email cover letter and resume/CV to: Jill Solomon, Senior Contract RecruiterGlobal Recruitment Specialists91 Oakview TerraceShort Hills, New Jersey (NJ) 07078, USATel / Fax: 973-379-7325E-Mail: JSolomon@GlobalRecruitment.net |
The World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF) is an autonomous, non-profit research organization whose vision is a rural transformation in the developing world resulting in a massive increase in the use of trees in agricultural landscapes by smallholder households for improved food security, nutrition, income, health, shelter, energy and environmental sustainability. ICRAF is one of the 15 centres supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR).Headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, ICRAF conducts research in 23 countries in Africa, Southeast Asia, South Asia and Latin America.
The Position:The World Agroforestry Centre seeks to recruit a senior scientist to co-lead its Global Research Project (GRP) on Improving on-farm productivity of trees and agroforestry systems. The objective of the GRP is to develop better understanding and approaches for the enhancement of on-farm productivity through improved agroforestry systems. This includes nutrient cycling between trees, animals and crops; using local ecological knowledge to develop improved agroforestry management principles; enhancement of tree species diversity; coping mechanisms for climate variability; and tree-soil interactions in matching species to sites and systems.The successful candidate will report to the Deputy Director General and will work with other scientists within and
outside of the GRP.
Responsibilities: Help develop a vibrant research program in agroforestry systems and on-farm productivity enhancement using trees. Strengthen cross-regional integration of research in this domain. Undertake research that generates international public goods (IPG). Publish research results in peer-reviewed journals. Undertake synthesis and meta-analysis of lessons and research results across sites. Prepare research proposals and lead fund raising efforts for the GRP.
Qualifications and Experience: PhD in production ecology (agriculture, forestry); Minimum of 8-10 years research experience; Solid scientific publication record; Experience in developing, testing and/or use of synthetic modelling approaches; Experience in integrating biophysical and socioeconomic aspects of production systems; Familiarity with the constraints of smallholder agroforesters and rural livelihoods; Experience in linking plot-level production ecology to landscape level environmental services (water flows, erosion/sedimentation, carbon stocks, biodiversity).
Location: The Senior Agro-Ecologist position will be located at the Centres headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya with a possibility of posting at one of the Centres regional offices. ICRAF offers a competitive salary and benefits package and a collegial and gender-sensitive working environment. World Agroforestry Centre is an equal opportunity employer, and encourages applications from qualified women and developing countrynationals.
MODIFIED ON: 6/30/2008
Entomology Advisor
Division of Agriculture & Natural Resources
University of California Cooperative Extension
Location: Monterey (Salinas-headquarters) San Benito and Santa Cruz Counties
Deadline: | 8/15/2008 |
Job Ref Code: | ACCSO-07-07-R |
Web site: |
Contact: | For questions on the application process, contact us at: ccsracadrecruitment@ucdavis.edu or Phone (951) 827-2529 |
BACKGROUND: Monterey, San Benito and Santa Cruz Counties comprise one of the premiere growing areas of the world. Gross agricultural production from the 80-plus crops from Monterey County alone approaches $3.5 billion. Agriculture in this tri-county area is distinct for its diversity of crops, intensive year-round growing, significant multiple-commodity crop rotations, many microclimates, rich soils, and an unrivaled support infrastructure of fresh packaging plants and allied industries. The cross-county position, headquartered in Monterey County, also covers entomology issues for adjacent Santa Cruz and San Benito counties.
The successful candidate will join a distinguished, award-winning team of Farm Advisors who specialize in plant pathology, irrigation and water resources, weed science and vegetable production, viticulture, strawberries, 4-H, marine science, ag economics and environmental horticulture, pomology and livestock. The county provides excellent amenities including: two modern, fully-equipped laboratories; a large research greenhouse with computerized environmental controls and headhouse; smaller production greenhouses; storage building; secretarial and field staff support; a dedicated vehicle; and equipment for conducting field research. The area is rich with research opportunities, and funding from a variety of sources is available for an advisor who is adept at grant writing.
NATURE AND PURPOSE: The Entomology Advisor will conduct a research and educational program in entomology applicable to crops produced in the three counties. Crops include cool-season vegetables such as lettuce and spring mix, broccoli, spinach, celery, and cauliflower, as well as strawberries, ornamental nursery and many specialty crops. The organic industry continues to grow and expand leading to innumerable opportunities for research and educational outreach. Insects are a major concern for all of these commodities as they directly damage crops and reduce yields, contaminate the final product, spread disease or raise issues regarding quarantines and interstate/international marketing.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Academic appointees in Cooperative Extension are responsible for performance in four major areas: extending knowledge and information; applied research and creative activity; professional competence; and University and public service.
The Entomology Advisor is expected to:
• conduct research on new and emerging pests and invasive species, as well as established insect problems;
• devise new and innovative pest management techniques;
• develop a balanced research and extension program to serve the needs of both organic and conventional farming systems in the three counties;
• provide service to large-scale as well as limited-resource growers, and provide diagnostic services for insect related crop production problems;
• coordinate dissemination of information related to entomology to Pest Control Advisers, growers, allied industry personnel, other government agencies, fellow UC personnel and the public;
• establish (as appropriate) productive research and extension collaborations with fellow farm advisors, locally and in other counties, UC specialists, campus-based UC researchers, and researchers from non-UC institutions;
• engage in multi-state research with other land grant university personnel; and
• demonstrate exemplary professionalism in dealing with clientele, colleagues and the public.
Examples of potential areas of research:
• management of soil pests including, but not limited to, root maggots, symphylans and springtails, which all have relevance to economic viability, water quality, basic biology, soil/insect interactions and food safety;
• management of thrips pests in export vegetable crops;
• organic pest control through habitat manipulation and other measures;
• applied chemical research and testing required for registration of reduced-risk pesticides;
• protection of groundwater and waterways leading to the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary; and
• response to invasive and newly introduced pests.
Extension: The Entomology Advisor will extend research-based applied information to the primary audience of commerical growers and Pest Control Advisers through the following: newsletters, publications, special meetings, websites, popular press articles, farm calls, farm demonstrations and other means as suitable. Such information is extended to all clientele groups, including limited resource, underserved growers. A second and important component of a Cooperative Extension Advisor is publishing research-based findings in peer-reviewed articles and publications contributing to the scientific body of knowledge in the appropriate discipline. Professional Development and Service: Approximately 10% of the advisor’s time will be devoted to building their professional expertise, and 10% to sharing their expertise for the betterment of the community and University.
RELATIONSHIPS: The Advisor is administratively responsible to the Cooperative Extension County Director in Monterey County and, through the County Director, to the Regional Director in the Central Coast and South Region. The advisor is also expected to keep the County Directors in San Benito and Santa Cruz Counties informed of program activities.
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION: Implement outreach efforts to ensure nondiscrimination in program identification and delivery. Promote and encourage maximum participation of minorities, women, and other under-served groups. Include outreach objectives as a component in planning, implementing, and evaluating program efforts. Establish and update statistical data pertaining to populations served, and to be served, by programs. Record, document, and report outreach plans, goals, activities, progress and results; and submit required activity reports as scheduled.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Education: A minimum of a Master’s degree in entomology or a closely related field is preferred. Excellent communication skills are essential. The ability to speak, read and write in Spanish is an asset.
Experience: Experience in supervising students or research assistants is desirable.
SALARY: Beginning salary will be in the Cooperative Extension Assistant rank, commensurate with applicable experience and professional qualifications. The Advisor position is an academic career-track appointment. Prior to the completion of the initial appointment, the position and the incumbent’s performance will be reviewed. If the review reflects a continuing need for the position and the incumbent’s performance is judged to be of high quality, the incumbent will be offered a second definite term appointment of two years, subject to renewal based on the same criteria. After a maximum of three such consecutive definite term appointments, a decision, based upon the above criteria, will be made whether or not to offer an indefinite appointment. If the successful candidate is currently a UCCE Advisor, the candidate will be offered the position as a lateral transfer, retaining their current rank, step, salary, and definite or indefinite status.
BENEFITS: The University of California offers comprehensive benefits including two days per month paid vacation, one day per month paid sick leave, and approximately thirteen paid holidays per year. ANR is part of UC’s Family-Friendly Policies. A variety of health and dental insurance plans are available, with employer contributions to the premiums. In addition, the University provides basic life and disability insurance, which may be supplemented at group rates. Workers' Compensation Insurance is provided. An excellent UC Retirement System is coordinated with social security, and optional annuity plans may supplement retirement. Automobile insurance is available. Sabbatical and study leaves are available. For more information, refer to the UC Benefits website at: http://atyourservice.ucop.edu.
INTERVIEWS: A search committee will review all applications and associated materials, interview candidates, and recommend individuals most suitable for the position. Candidates selected will be asked to come to Monterey County for an interview and seminar presentation. Travel expenses for interviews will be reimbursed according to University of California policy.
HOW TO APPLY:
To be considered, applicants must submit the following four components (by hard copy) of the Application Packet:
1) Cover Letter indicating interest in the position.
2) UC-ANR Academic Application form—which can be downloaded in PDF format from our website (http://ccsr.ucdavis.edu/)
3) Brief resume.
4) College Level Transcripts (original transcripts preferred, however, legible photocopies of original transcripts will be accepted. Transcripts downloaded from websites will not be accepted.) Please do NOT send Letters of Reference. If you are selected for an interview, the Search Committee will contact the references you listed on the UC-ANR application form--a minimum of four (4), and a maximum of six (6) names, current addresses, phone numbers and e-mail addresses.
MODIFIED ON: 6/30/2008