Green Jobs

Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center seeks education programmer. Under the direct supervision of the park director, the education programmer plans, implements, and presents educational programs for various groups with specific natural/living history topics. Plans and helps execute special events and festivals held throughout the year. Writes informational articles for park publications and newspapers. Maintains quality and appearance of the park, structures, projects, displays, and resources. Performs park maintenance and assists with projects. Applicant should be a self-motivated, friendly individual with a “can do attitude,” willing to work outdoors, and not afraid to get their hands dirty. Good communication skills and the ability to interact with the public and volunteers are essential traits. Shifts vary and include weekends and evenings. Salary commensurate with experience. Contact Darlene Conley Hostetler at 281-446-8588 or DConley@hcp4.net. For more information about Jones Park check the website at www.hcp4.net/jones.

Bayou Preservation Association seeks two Water Quality Investigators through eight week long summer intern programs sponsored by Shell and ExxonMobil in cooperation with Volunteer Houston. The Water Quality Investigators will track down, aided with bacterial analyses and water quality testing instruments, the sources and land uses most responsible for elevated Eschericia coli in Houston area waterways. The total salary for the internship period is $2500 or $2750. The qualified intern must be currently enrolled, full time students who has completed at least their freshman year and will be returning to school in the fall of 2012 as a full-time sophomore, junior, or senior. Graduate students are NOT eligible. An Enrollment Verification Form obtained from the Registrars office, is to be submitted along with the Student Profile Form to Volunteer Houston. There will be a calendar of events that are mandatory orientation for the intern to attend. For more information, visit http://www.bayoupreservation.org/employment.

Houston Parks Board is seeking Accounts Payable Clerk/Administrative Assistant. The Accounts Payable Clerk/ Administrative assistant will work closely with Financial Manager and will be responsible for Accounts Payable, maintaining land files and other duties as identified below. The Accounts Payable Clerk will also assist Development Coordinator on special projects. The organization currently employs 5 full-time staff members. Responsibilities include entering invoices into Sage Accounting Software, processing checks for signature, and filing all vendor documents, updating project Job costs worksheets as invoices are entered into the Sage Software, maintaining the document files for Land Acquisition, and Working with the Finance Manager to ensure that all tax items are current with HCAD and that land records reconcile between HCAD records and HPB records. To apply, send cover letter, resume and salary requirements to: Becky Porteous, Finance Manager, Houston Parks Board, 300 N. Post Oak Lane, Houston, Texas 77024 or fax it to 713-942-7664. No phone calls please. More at www.houstonparksboard.org.

Hermann Park Conservancy seeks Reforestation Plan Assistant/Volunteer Project Facilitator, Shell Internship 2012. The intern will assist Hermann Park Conservancy’s (HPC) Conservation Director with aspects of the continuing development of a reforestation plan in Hermann Park. Responsibilities include supplementing, updating and expanding HPC’s park tree inventory and database, continuing the development of a dynamic map of tree locations and planting spaces in Hermann Park, and researching a specific reforestation plan topic and writing an addendum to the overall plan based on the research. The intern will also assist the HPC Volunteer and Education Coordinator with volunteer project facilitation. If interested, mail, fax (713-524-5887) or email (barbara_jo@hermannpark.org) (no phone calls please) cover letter and resume to Hermann Park Conservancy, Barbara Jo L. Harwell, Conservation Director, 6201-A Hermann Park Drive, Houston, Texas 77030.

Hermann Park Conservancy seeks Hermann Park Reforestation Planning (90%) and Volunteer Programs (10%) Assistant, ExxonMobil CSJP Paid Internship 2012. The intern will assist Hermann Park Conservancy’s (HPC) Conservation Director with aspects of the continuing development of a reforestation plan in Hermann Park. Other responsibilities include supplementing, updating and expanding HPC’s park tree inventory and database, continuing the development of a dynamic map of tree locations and planting spaces in Hermann Park, will analyzing database and mapping information, and preparing reports. The intern will also assist the HPC volunteer coordinator with volunteer project facilitation with regard to tree plantings, tree care, park maintenance and other Hermann Park improvement projects. If interested, mail, fax (713-524-5887) or email (barbara_jo@hermannpark.org) (no phone calls please) cover letter and resume to Hermann Park Conservancy, Barbara Jo L. Harwell, Conservation Director, 6201-A Hermann Park Drive, Houston, Texas 77030.

The Nature Discovery Center is looking for a pre-school teacher to coordinate and lead the summer Sneak-A-Peek classes. Sneak-A-Peek classes include hand-on activities designed to inspire children (aged 3.5-5 years) and their caretakers on topics related to science and nature. Applicants should have a general science background as well as experience working with younger children. Applicants should also demonstrate patience, enthusiasm, creativity, and flexibility. The successful applicant will be adept at communicating with a wide range of visitors. This is a part-time position. Please send resume and letter of interest to Sarah Flournoy, Executive Director, Nature Discovery Center, sflournoy@naturediscoverycenter.org. To learn more about the Nature Discovery Center, visit the website http://www.naturediscoverycenter.org, or stop by the Center in person at 7112 Newcastle, Bellaire, TX 77401.

The Student Conservation Association is hiring full-time summer Crew Leaders to lead, mentor and coach a crew of 10 students, ages 15-19, while completing various conservation service projects designed to build an ethic of community and environmental stewardship. Projects include trail maintenance and construction, habitat restoration and community gardening. In addition, leaders will facilitate pre- and post-program planning which includes crew training, environmental education and reporting and will plan and lead a 3 day recreational camping trip for their crew. To apply: go to thesca.org, click ‘sign up’ and complete the ‘Leader’ Application or contact Andy Janes at ajanes@thesca.org or call 713-520-1835.

Trinity River National Wildlife Refuge is seeking summer employment applications from young men and women ages 15 to 18. Two positions will be available through the Youth Conservation Corps program. No prior experience is necessary but participants must be citizens of the United States. Crew members will work 40 hours per week for $ 7.25 an hour starting June 11th through August 3rd. Hours of work will be Monday thru Friday from 7:30 AM till 4:00 PM. Work will be conducted outside and will be physically demanding. Individuals selected must have transportation to and from the refuge office, located at 601 FM 1011, Liberty, Texas. Typical duties will include trail maintenance, boundary line posting, fence construction, building construction, and various restoration and maintenance projects. Educational field trips and training sessions will also be included. Selection will be on a random basis from the list of qualified applicants. Young adults interested in wildlife careers, summer employment, or job experience are encouraged to apply. For applications or more information please contact the Trinity River National Wildlife Refuge, P.O. Box 10015, Liberty, TX, 77575 or call 936-336-9786. Applications are due by April 5th and can be mailed, faxed, or brought to the office. The fax number is 936-336-9847. Selection will be made on April 11.

The Student Conservation Association’s Houston Conservation Collaborative is seeking a full-time Environmental Conservationist intern to be placed with Garden Oaks Elementary. This is a 24-week internship expected to start as soon as possible. The intern will work with the community to develop lasting partnerships to emphasize sustainable living habits. Activities and projects will include garden construction, education, community outreach, and grant writing. The successful candidate will be 18 or older and have strong written and verbal communication skills. Benefits include a $200/week stipend, a $40/week commuting allowance, possible AmeriCorps Education Award, and eligibility for medical benefits. To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to Christine Mansfield at cmansfield@thesca.org.

Houston Zoo’s Collegiate Conservation Program Internship. Apply now for an internship with the Houston Zoo Collegiate Conservation Program sponsored by ExxonMobil. Ten interns will be selected to train, learn, and work for 8 weeks at the Houston Zoo from May 14, 2012 – July 6, 2012. Interns will receive a $1,500 stipend at the conclusion of the internship. Houston Zoo Collegiate Conservation Program internships are designed for college sophomores,juniors, or seniors who are interested in a participatory, team-based summer internship opportunity that focuses on field conservation science techniques, conservation education program development, and culminates in proposing a regional conservation education project. Program participants will learn career skills and field techniques deeply routed in the sciences while working in a zoological setting. These activities will include participating in local environmental projects, on grounds interpretation and public communication skills, and education program development. Supplementing these activities will be lectures in conservation project development, environmental policy, grant writing, curricular development, and issues facing regional and international wildlife and wild places. To apply please visit www.houstonzoo.org/intern.

The Greens Bayou Corridor Coalition is a 501(c)3 working on quality of life projects along the 45 miles of Greens Bayou. They are seeking an energetic, hands-on person as the Manager of Volunteer Programs and Specials Events. Job duties include developing volunteer recruitment strategies and volunteer engagement opportunities and planning and executing the Coalition’s volunteer activities. Inquiries for the position should be made by email only. The job description is posted at http://www.greensbayou.org.

Air Alliance Houston, the Houston region’s leading health and clean air environmental advocacy non-profit, is hiring a full-time Development Director to manage stewardship of current donors and increase the organization’s donor base through direct appeals, fundraising events and other means. Responsibilities include providing the inspiration and drive to achieve ambitious fundraising goals and creative projects; rebuilding relationships with lapsed donors and growing and maintaining a pool of major prospects; and preparing, in coordination with the Treasurer and Executive Director, the annual development office budget. Interested applicants should send complete resume and cover letter to hiring@airalliancehouston.org.

Memorial Park Conservancy seeks a Development Director. The Development Director will be responsible for creating (in collaboration with the board and key staff members) and implementing MPC’s fund development strategy in order to assure organizational sustainability. Job duties encompass foundation funding, public funding, corporate funding and funding from individuals, public relations, and more. Please submit resumes to nsullivan@memorialparkconservancy.org and reference “Development Director” in the subject. More about Memorial Park Conservancy at http://www.memorialparkconservancy.org/.

Empower Houston Leaders Project, a Texans Together initiative, is looking for a Community organizer who is ready to help develop community leaders and work together to organize projects in disengaged communities for justice and equality. Responsibilities include facilitating Empower Houston Leaders Program classes, recruiting volunteers for civic engagement projects, developing and training community leaders, conducting meetings with community members, and more. To apply, send a resume and cover letter to info@texanstogether.org.

The Houston-Galveston Area Council is seeking a Trash Bash Intern that will perform day to day activities in support of the River, Lakes, Bays and Bayous Trash Bash. Duties may include communicating with regional coordinators any updates, deadlines or deliverables, assisting in gathering sponsorships for event, planning and coordinating regional cleanup event of approximately 6,500 people at 17 different sites, and more. To learn more or to apply, visit http://tbe.taleo.net/NA5/.

The Texas Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects is requesting proposals for an Executive Director to manage day‐to‐day Chapter functions and provide related services. The Executive Director will essentially be the one person who can perform the required contract services on a regular and ongoing basis, and who in effect will become “the public face” of the organization, supporting the President, the other elected officers, and the board of directors (“Executive Committee” or “ExCOM”) of TXASLA in their volunteer duties. Electronic submittals must be emailed by 5:00 p.m. CST on Thursday, March 15, 2012 to margaret@asakurarobinson.com or delivered to ASLA TX Chapter, Attn: Margaret Robinson, 1902 Washington Ave., Suite A, Houston, TX 77009. For more information about the organization, visit http://www.texasasla.org/.

Houston Parks Board, a non-profit organization dedicated to creating, improving, and protecting the parkland in the Greater Houston region, is seeking an Advocacy Manager. The Advocacy Manager’s duties include assisting in influencing outcomes and decisions related to the allocation of public and private resources; supporting increasing awareness of the significance of greenspace for the Houston Region; and scheduling, coordinating, attending, and documenting all Advocacy & Outreach Committee meetings. To apply, send a cover letter, resume and salary requirements to: Roksan Okan-Vick, Executive Director Houston Parks Board, 300 North Post Oak Lane, Houston, Tx. 77024; Fax: 713-942-7664 (no phone calls or emails please).