Green Jobs

The Gulf Coast Bird Observatory (GCBO) seeks an energetic, conservation minded and motivated individual to serve as Associate Director (AD). The AD will learn all aspects of GCBO operations, including developing and implementing short-and long-range avian conservation objectives, raising capital and operating funds, and providing leadership and management to fellow staff working to accomplish these objectives. Working alongside the Executive Director, the AD will serve as a key representative for GCBO efforts, promoting its programs and working with current and future partners and important constituents to carry out its Mission: To protect birds and their habitats around the Gulf of Mexico. The AD is expected to cultivate cooperative working partnerships with the GCBO staff, volunteers, members, corporations, educational institutions, government and private agencies and other conservation partners, and must have the people skills and diplomacy necessary to be an effective fundraiser and leader. A full position description, required qualifications, and instructions for how to apply can be found the GCBO website at www.gcbo.org. GCBO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Transportation Associate provides policy expertise to the Lone Star Chapter of the Sierra Club in support of its work on state and regional transportation issues and in the promotion of a comprehensive green transportation policy for Texas.  The Associate is  responsible for conducting research on state and regional transportation topics, analyzing state and regional transportation strategies and plans and assisting in the development of alternative strategies and plans, monitoring and providing input to the transportation planning and implementation activities of the Texas Department of Transportation and regional transportation agencies (including the expenditure of federal transportation  funding in Texas), and promoting the expansion of mass transit and other transportation alternatives to the heavy dependence on vehicles.

http://texas.sierraclub.org/jobdescription.asp

Deadline: September 3, 2010

The Texas AgriLife Extension Service seeks a Watershed Coordinator to work in the Dickinson Bayou Watershed.  The watershed coordinator will work with stakeholders to write a TMDL implementation plan; this includes organizing meetings and other outreach events, working to balance the needs of multiple groups, and presenting information about the watershed and projects to groups both large and small.  The successful candidate will have strong writing, public speaking, computer and people skills, and be able to work independently or as part of a group.  This grant funded position is currently funded for one year, with good prospects for continued support.  For additional information, contact John Jacob jjacob@tamu.edu.

The Council for Environmental Education (CEE) is seeking a full-time 10 week paid Fall-Winter intern. You must be an undergraduate, graduate student, or recent graduate to be eligible. Responsibilities include program support and assistance with CEE’s conservation and environmental education programs. Proven work experience in assisting with special event planning such as workshops and conferences along with direct office experience is desirable. Additional requirements include a proficiently in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, along with solid written and verbal communication skills and an interest in conservation, wildlife and environmental education.

To apply, please forward a cover letter, resume and names of three current professional references to:

ATTN: Emily Merrell
Council for Environmental Education
5555 Morningside Drive, Suite 2121
Houston, TX77005

Fax: (713) 520-8008
Email: ceeinfo@aol.com

For more information, please check out the full job description at:   www.councilforee.org

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The Greens Bayou Corridor Coalition seeks a contract Development Director who is interested in transitioning into full-time staff.  Job description can be found at http://www.greensbayou.org/documents/posting_000.pdf.

Memorial Park Conservancy is currently accepting resumes for the position of Executive Director.  Please click here for a complete job description and instructions on how to apply.  Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled.The Executive Director (“ED”) of the Memorial Park Conservancy (“Conservancy”) is responsible for overseeing all routine aspects of the Conservancy. This person manages the Conservancy staff, works with the Board of Directors to direct Conservancy fundraising and development work, serves as liaison for the Conservancy Board of Directors with the Houston Parks and Recreation Department (“HPARD”) and serves as the spokesperson for the Conservancy at the direction of the Chairman.

The Woods Project is seeking the right person to assume responsibility for all day-to-day programming responsibilities.  The right person for the position will be someone who thrives on being involved with high school aged youth in environmental education and has significant experience in and a love for wilderness activities.  As this will be our first and only full-time staff position, we are looking for a person who is able to work independently, reporting to the President.  The successful candidate will have the skills and desire to become Executive Director of the organization at a future date.  Excellent communication and organizational skills and the ability to see the forest, while still getting involved in the trees, are very important. http://www.thewoodsproject.org.  If interested, please send your resume and other supporting information to Steve@thewoodsproject.org” Steve@thewoodsproject.org.

Responsible for all bookkeeping, human resources and general office management functions for a non-profit office of twelve full-time employees. Support the President and Finance Committee in all financial matters of the organization. Prepare draft budget in cooperation with the President and monitor budget throughout the fiscal year.

The Volunteer and Education Coordinator is responsible for the nourishment and expansion of the HPC volunteer program, development of a Park docent program,  and the enhancement of the Conservation Posse summer teen environmental program, in order to achieve HPC’s goals of stewardship, conservation and education in Houston’s historic Hermann Park. For more information, visit http://www.hermannpark.org/employment.php.

Westcave preserve in Austin seeks an Onsite Resident. The Onsite Resident will reside at the Westcave Preserve residence and will serve as an after hours caretaker of the Westcave Preserve property and be responsible for handling any emergencies or problems which arise on the property when the Preserve is closed.   In addition, part-time programming work may be available at an hourly rate if desired.  Additional information on Westcave Preserve:  www.westcave.org. For more information, contact Linda@westcave.org or mail to Westcave Preserve, 24814 Hamilton Pool Road, Round Mountain, TX  78663

Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary is recruiting a qualified candidate to coordinate the collection of long term monitoring data for East and West Flower Garden Banks and Stetson Bank, and to perform subsequent analysis, data management, interpretation, synthesis, and report writing of long term monitoring reports and presentations.

This is a full time position, located in Galveston, Texas. East and West Flower Garden Banks are located approximately 100 miles south of the Texas/Louisiana border, in the Gulf of Mexico. Stetson Bank is located approximately 30 miles NW of West Flower Garden Bank. For more information about the site, visit: http://flowergarden.noaa.gov.

Candidates will be assessed on the following criteria:

1. Ability to SCUBA dive and use underwater camera systems.
2. Knowledge of field operations from ship based platforms using SCUBA and ROV’s, including organization of personnel & equipment for multi-day, multi-disciplinary offshore research cruise missions to collect oceanographic and biological data.
3. Knowledge of coral reef ecosystems, including fish and coral identification.
4. Skill in spatial and statistical analysis specific for assessment of coral reef ecosystems, database development, organization, and maintenance.
5. Specific knowledge in the use and application of ESRI software packages including ArcView ArcGIS, Spatial Analyst and 3-D Analyst
6. Skill in oral and written communication of technical and scientific information to a variety of audiences.
7. Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Indesign, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft PowerPoint, IPhoto, IMovie, IDVD, or equivalent graphics and video programs.

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Announcement numbers:
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Status applicants: NOS-ONMS-2010-0021

The Bayou Preservation Association (BPA) seeks a full-time Bayou Preservation Program Director to develop and manage programs to monitor and improve water quality in Houston area bayous and waterways. The position requires a challenging mix of scientific, management and advocacy skills. Responsibilities include assessing and monitoring all issues relevant to water quality, establishing and maintaining communication with the public and private sector persons and institutions interested in water quality, and facilitating public education about bayous. The position requires excellent communication skills and includes preparation of written reports and presentations concerning the water quality program for the BPA Board of Directors and Executive Committee, for governmental organizations, BPA partners, and grassroot groups. The ideal candidate will be a confident and motivated self-starter with a strong personal commitment to the cause of preserving and enhancing the health of Houston’s bayous, to the BPA and to broader goals and values of environmental protection. Program Director will report to and work closely with Executive Director. BPA is a local non-profit organization that has a long and successful history of preserving and improving Houston area bayous. Please see BPA website for the position description.

Student Conservation Association and US Fish and Wildlife Houston’s Texas Coastal Program is seeking a summer intern. The position will be working primarily on coastal restoration projects in the Galveston Bay region. The Intern will also be conducting field surveys for fish and wildlife and their habitats, providing clerical and data compilation support for projects, attending meetings with habitat conservation project partners, and maintaining field equipment that includes boats and automotive vehicles. The position runs from 5/17/2010 until 8/09/2010, with some flexibility on dates. Please send a resume and cover letter to Andy Janes at HoustonIntern@thesca.org. For questions, contact Andy Janes at 713.520.1835.

Student Conservation Association and Galveston Bay Foundation’s Texas Coastal Program is seeking a summer intern. The position will be working primarily on coastal restoration projects in the Galveston Bay region. The Intern will also be conducting field surveys for fish and wildlife and their habitats, providing clerical and data compilation support for projects, attending meetings with habitat conservation project partners, and maintaining field equipment that includes boats and automotive vehicles. The position runs from 5/17/2010 until 8/09/2010, with some flexibility on dates. Please send a resume and cover letter to Andy Janes at HoustonIntern@thesca.org. For questions, contact Andy Janes at 713.520.1835.

Assist with management of Houston Audubon Sanctuaries on the Upper Texas Coast. Control exotic plant species by cutting, pulling, mowing and herbicide application. Erect sanctuary signs, post boundaries, maintain fences, pick up trash, and perform other tasks as necessary. Interact with sanctuary visitors. Bird censusing and nest monitoring may be included. Use all tools and equipment in a safety conscious manner at all times.

$10 / Hour (20-hour week). Travel expenses between sanctuaries reimbursed.

Excellent physical condition. Ability to perform hard physical work for extended and irregular periods, under adverse conditions and in all extremes of weather. Mechanical aptitude and knowledge of machinery. Experience with chainsaws and other power tools. Ability to work with a wide variety of people and to work independently of supervisor. Enthusiasm for working outdoors. Personal vehicle necessary.

College coursework in natural or biological sciences.

Resume with cover letter and 2 references to Andrew Beck; Sanctuary Steward
E-mail: abeck@houstonaudubon.org (Preferred) or Phone: 713-932-1639

www.houstonaudubon.org

The Greater Houston Clean Cities Coalition was selected by the U.S. Department of Energy to host an intern this summer. The coalition is seeking an intern to assist with the following primary tasks:

• Event planning and support for the 2010 Advancing the Choice Conference
• Creating and implementing a comprehensive regional survey of vehicle fleets and alternative fuel usage
• Coalition website development to incorporate more interactive features, such as member-only sections, video clips, webinars, etc.

The internship is open to undergraduates (junior or senior only) and graduate students and will take place June 1-August 13, 2010. Compensation in the total amount of $7,000 will be provided in three monthly installments through funding from the U.S. Department of Energy and the American Society for Engineering Education. Students studying in fields as diverse as communications, business, marketing, policy, engineering, and environmental science are welcome to apply. More at http://www.houston-cleancities.org/internship.htm.

Air Alliance Houston, formerly Galveston-Houston Association for Smog Prevention and Mothers for Clean Air, is a nonprofit organization with the mission to reduce air pollution in the Houston region to protect public health and environmental integrity through research, education and advocacy. The position of Communications and Marketing Director is a front-line representative of Air Alliance Houston and reports directly to the Executive Director. At times it will be necessary to represent the organization at public functions, meetings and events, at times as an alternate for the Executive Director. More at http://airalliancehouston.org/about_air_alliance_houston/employment_opportunites/.