Job Tag: Conservation

The technician will be part of a field management crew. Activities will include (but are not limited to) the implementation of natural resource management activities: primarily invasive species control (80-90%), prescribed fire, forest management, wildlife habitat establishment and maintenance, tree/shrub planting, field surveys and assessments and biodiversity restoration work. Excellent communication with company principals, staff and clients (private landowners, public agencies and non-profit organizations) is an important part of the position.

Qualifications and Expectations

Applicants should be currently enrolled or recently graduated from an undergraduate program in a Natural Resources discipline (forestry, wildlife, botany, etc.) in either a two-year technical program or four-year university setting. Experience may substitute for education.

The position is field-based, so applicants should be physically fit and willing to work in a diversity of outdoor habitats and situations including mountainous terrain. Exposure to heat, biting insects, snakes, and other wildlife should be anticipated. A working knowledge of local flora and fauna is needed, but significant training and education will be obtained from the position.

Virginia Forestry and Wildlife Group is based out of Albemarle County. The successful applicant should find housing close to Charlottesville or Albemarle County to facilitate an efficient travel and work schedule. Most work will be within 1.5 hours of the office, but occasional overnight trips are likely. Applicants must have a valid driver’s license with a good driving record and be able to get to work consistently and on time.

Experience with tools and mechanical processes is preferred.

As part of the Butterfly Wonderland curatorial team, this position works with diverse plants in both the indoor tropical Conservatory and outdoor pollinator gardens. The central responsibility for this position is to carry out aspects of plant care, plant propagation, pest control, and soil management for the assigned collection, as well as other related projects and programs. This position will also be responsible for working under the direction of the Director of Animal Care/Entomology to maintain a professional workspace. Fostering a positive work team atmosphere, attention to plant health, exhibit excellence and visitor experience are the driving priorities in accomplishing the goals of this position.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

As a member of the curatorial team, inspire and lead by example by being patient, kind, humble, respectful, selfless, forgiving, honest, and committed when interacting with one another and guests.
Assist in executing excellent plant care practices, including, but not limited to regular pruning, weeding, and planting.
Assists in the propagation of new plants by gathering desired seeds, collecting cuttings, and caring for seedlings/propagated stems.
Assists in the rebuilding of the garden’s soil ecosystems, including composting, mixing soil preparations, and spreading soil in target areas.
Assists in pest control by helping to scout for areas of pest infestation and cleaning of heavily infested leaves (if needed).
Establishes a regular curatorial presence in the Conservatory to assist the public with questions, concerns, or helping to discourage guests from engaging in behaviors that are detrimental to the exhibit.
Research and suggest upgrades, enhancements, and changes to horticultural practices and plant selection in the Conservatory and outdoor pollinator gardens
Comply with safety and security directives, policies and procedures.
Assists the curatorial team in other areas as needed. This can include:
Shipments of butterfly pupae.
Care of vertebrate collections.
Care of invertebrate collections.
Participating in team-wide projects.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s Degree in biology or related field is preferred or demonstrated aptitude in the area.
Strong desire to work in a team environment as part of a professional animal care, education and conservation facility
Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team in a constantly changing environment as well as individually, with a minimum of supervision.

PHYSICAL AND MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to work a flexible schedule which may include evenings and/or weekends and holidays.
Ability to respond to emergencies on an on-call basis.
Successful completion of all pre-employment screening
Capable of performing strenuous and/or heavy physical labor.
No history of allergy related to animals or plants, which might interfere with ability to work.
Employee must be able to occasionally lift or move, carry, push, or pull up to 50lbs.
Ability to stand for long periods of time, as well as walk.
Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
Ability to balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb stairs, or crawl.
Required to frequently talk and hear.
No impairment of sight, smell, hearing, touch, balance and agility of movement which might interfere with ability to work.
Must be able to take directional cues directly or indirectly.
Ability to work in an environment that may be loud at times.
Ability to work in all weather conditions, including occasional extreme hot or cold, and wet and/or humid conditions.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The Lake Winnipesaukee Alliance (LWA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving the water quality and natural resources of Lake Winnipesaukee and its surrounding watershed. Through science-guided management, education, advocacy, and community engagement, LWA works to ensure the lake remains a cherished resource for generations to come.

The Lake Science Director is a senior leadership role responsible for advancing the science-based efforts of LWA to monitor, protect, and improve the water quality and ecosystem health of Lake Winnipesaukee. This position combines scientific expertise, project management, and community collaboration to support LWA’s mission of safeguarding the lake’s natural resources.

Key Responsibilities:

Scientific Leadership

Design, implement, and oversee water quality monitoring programs to track key indicators such as nutrient levels, cyanobacteria, invasive species, and other environmental parameters.
Analyze, manage, and interpret scientific data to identify trends, risks, and areas of improvement for lake health.
Develop science-based management strategies to mitigate threats, including pollution, stormwater runoff, and habitat degradation.

Program Management

Coordinate and lead research projects in collaboration with universities, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
Oversee the development and execution of restoration projects, including shoreline stabilization, habitat enhancement, and stormwater management.
Prepare technical reports, grant proposals, and program evaluations.

Community Engagement and Education

Present scientific findings and recommendations to the LWA Board, community members, policymakers, and donors.
Develop educational programs and materials to inform the public about lake health and best practices for conservation.
Serve as a spokesperson on environmental issues affecting Lake Winnipesaukee.

Partnership Development

Build and maintain relationships with local, regional, and state organizations to enhance collaborative efforts.
Advocate for science-based policies and practices to support watershed protection.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience

Master’s degree or higher in Environmental Science, Limnology, Ecology, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in water quality monitoring, watershed management, or related work.
Experience with nonprofit organizations, grant writing, and project management preferred.

Skills and Knowledge

Strong understanding of freshwater ecosystems, water quality management, and related environmental regulations.
Proficiency in GIS, statistical analysis software, and water sampling techniques.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to translate complex scientific concepts for non-technical audiences.
Proven leadership and organizational abilities, with a track record of managing multidisciplinary teams and projects.

Work Environment

Combination of office, fieldwork, and community engagement activities.
Occasional evening or weekend events may be required.
Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. and work outdoors in various weather conditions.

Compensation and Benefits

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Benefits package, including health insurance and paid time off.

Under the direction of the Water Resources Program Team Leader this position coordinates TWPD’s participation in regional and state water and flood planning and serves as the primary representative or alternate for at least one Regional Water Planning Group and/or Regional Flood Planning Group. Applies and develops science and policy to inform water related management activities. Recommends water resource management techniques to protect or enhance riverine and coastal habitats. Formulates comprehensive plans and analyses concerning water management techniques and determines appropriate hydrologic regimes for aquatic and estuarine species and habitats. Provides technical water resource expertise for the department concerning water permitting, state and regional water and flood planning, and the environmental flow standards process. Represents the department in technical workgroups and committees and acts as a lead scientist or expert on complex scientific issues for the department. Provides technical guidance and consultation to private landowners, stakeholders, river authorities, state agencies, and non-governmental organizations regarding water projects and permits. Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with all Agency, Division and Branch rules, regulations and procedures.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s, Master’s or Ph.D. degree in Biology, Ecology, Geography, Hydrology, Wildlife or Fisheries Science, Natural Resources Management, or one of the Natural or Physical Sciences.

Experience:

NRS I: No experience required.

NRS II: Two years of relevant experience.

NRS III: Six years of relevant experience.

Licensure:

Must possess or be able to obtain, within 30 days of employment, a valid class ‘C’ Texas driver’s license.

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS:

Experience for NRS II and NRS III:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s degree in a related area of Natural Sciences may be substituted for one year of required experience.

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a PhD in a related area of Natural Sciences may be substituted for two years of required experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s or Ph.D. degree in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Geography, Hydrology, Wildlife or Fisheries Science, Natural Resources Management, or one of the closely related fields.

Experience:

Experience in state and regional water and/or flood planning.

Experience with water availability modeling and evaluations.

Experience in coordinating and working directly with stakeholder groups.

Experience in advanced statistical techniques for analyzing natural resource data.

Experience in environmental assessments.

We are seeking a Natural Resources Technician who will focus on conducting activities assigned to the ORNL Natural Resources Management Team (NRMT) by DOE throughout the Oak Ridge Reservation. More information about NRMT can be found at nerp.ornl.gov. The technician will participate in a wide variety of natural resource management activities but will be heavily focused on wildlife management and habitat restoration. This position resides in the Natural Resources Management Team in the Environmental Protection Services Division, Environment, Safety, Health and Quality Directorate, at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL).

As part of our team, you will…

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

Collaborate with other members of the Natural Resources Team and assist in a wide variety of natural resource management activities.

Assist in ecosystem management practices including prescribed burns, herbicide application, use of chainsaws and other power tools, planting native species, and use of tractors and native seed drill.

Perform wildlife surveys as requested for research projects, long-term ecological monitoring, and for new construction project reviews.

Respond to requests to remove birds, bats, and snakes from inside buildings and to deal with a variety of nuisance wildlife.

Assist with TWRA-managed deer and turkey hunts on the ORR.

Travel on gravel/dirt forest roads using four-wheel drive trucks and ATVs. Occasional need to transport equipment by trailer.

Communicate with public, guests, and staff through tours, presentations, and publications.

Help provide data, maps and input for documents, reports, and manuscripts.

Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

Basic Qualifications:

An AS degree and a minimum of 2 years of experience in the natural resources field. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Knowledge of identification skills, data collection and management techniques for a wide range of fauna.

The candidate should be comfortable working with bats, venomous snakes, and potentially dangerous animals.

Rabies and tetanus vaccinations will be required (at company expense).

The ideal candidate should possess broad skills and be well-versed in a variety of ecosystems and natural resources management techniques. This may include knowledge on flora and fauna identification, wetland/stream delineation, survey and sampling methods, forest management, acoustic monitoring, invasive plant management, fish electroshocking, etc.

Preferred Qualifications:

A BS degree in wildlife, zoology, natural resources management, ecology, environmental science, or a related discipline.

Experience or willingness to learn American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)-approved euthanasia techniques for injured animals or rabies vectors.

Experience with various wildlife trapping methods.

Experience in anuran and avian identification by sound.

Proficient in GPS data collection and ArcGIS.

Ability to obtain Q-clearance.

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory.

Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs.

This is a professional horticulturist position that works directly with maintenance staff in the field to assist in the organization and implementation of seasonal color plantings, arboretum and garden plantings, care and maintenance of ornamental plants, assistance in labeling plant collections, and management of the Arboretum’s computerized irrigation system. This position reports to the Director of the Arboretum and assists in the development of excellent plant care standards and the planning of yearly operational needs for plant collection maintenance.

Duties include the following:

Complete independent judgment is required in the organization of work, establishment of priorities, and coordination of activities.
Confers with Arboretum director for prioritization of projects, equipment, and additional labor needs.
Works directly with Arboretum director and other staff in developing color designs for the annual flower displays. Planning and design of these areas is to be completed one-year prior to growing and installation.
Develop, oversee, and implement the fertilization and pesticide schedules and application methods.
Provides training and technical guidance to Arboretum apprentices, interns, and volunteers in the proper procedures for various types of vegetation maintenance.
Directs and implements proper horticulture practices used in planting and ongoing maintenance of the facility, experience in protection of woody and herbaceous plant material from deer is required.
Assists in the management of computerized Toro Irrigation system and assists with repairs as necessary. Trains student interns on repair methods and scheduling of system.
Assists in the organization and evaluation of purchasing needs for plant collections and assists Curator in record keeping of maintenance for all collections including ornamental and herbaceous plant material, trees, and shrubs. Excellent knowledge and understanding of Latin nomenclature for maintenance of plant collections is required.
Teaching horticultural techniques and practices to volunteers, master gardeners, and horticulture instruction for monthly programs at Arboretum is occasionally required.
Evening and weekend hours as required and assigned.
Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Thorough knowledge of cultural requirements for growing diverse temperate plants in USDA zone 6 or equivalent.
Thorough knowledge of the methods, materials, and tools used in horticultural growing procedures.
Thorough knowledge of proper watering, spraying and fertilizing methods as applied to horticultural operations.
Ability to recognize conditions of plant disease and infestation.
Ability to train, supervise, and evaluate the work of others.
Ability to work with and motivate the work of volunteers on site, in conjunction with the volunteer coordinator’s scheduling of workdays.
Ability to operate hand and power tools used in daily maintenance activities.
Ability to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing, using both technical and non-technical language.
Ability to understand and follow oral and/or written policies, procedures, and instructions.
Ability to operate a personal computer using standard or customized software applications appropriate to assigned tasks. Must be proficient in Microsoft Access databases.
Ability to use logical and creative thought processes to develop solutions according to written specifications and/or oral instructions.
Ability to perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines.
Ability and willingness to quickly learn and use new skills and knowledge brought about by rapidly changing information and/or technology.
Integrity, ingenuity, and inventiveness in the performance of assigned tasks.
Ability to work with entire Arboretum staff, and volunteers as a team member to achieve excellence in operations.
Candidates must have a valid driver’s license.
A Kentucky pesticide applicators license is required for this position; continued employment is contingent upon obtaining and maintaining this license.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with varying degrees of physical abilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms.
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 30 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include reasonable near- and far-sightedness, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; extreme cold; extreme heat and vibration.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Salary Description
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The Park Ranger performs all duties related to parks, trails and campground maintenance including but not limited to: performing janitorial services in shower/bathrooms, routine use of lawn equipment, lawn and site care (which requires familiarity with and operation of mowing, trimming and other lawn care equipment), campsite prep (resetting tables, firepits and associated cleanup),trash/pet/misc. litter pickup and disposal, rental facility setup and cleanup (tables, chairs and cleanup), assisting with trail and natural area maintenance, and any similar duties as needed from time to time within the County’s parks and trails facilities. The Park Ranger may also fill in at the Whiting Park office, which includes (but is not limited to) basic office duties such as registering campers, answering phones, and assisting park patrons as needed. As the County has multiple park and trail facilities, you may work at multiple sites in a day or throughout the week.

*This position requires working a rotation of shifts, holidays, and weekends, which will include some but not all.

Mandatory Requirements:

High school diploma/equivalency
Valid driver’s license
Prior park maintenance experience
Willingness to implement park rules
Possess reading, writing, and calculation skills
Problem-solving abilities
Working with the public
Ability to pass a pre-employment physical exam and drug screen
Ability to undergo a reference or security check

Job Location/ Working Conditions
This position is set primarily outdoors, although working inside while cleaning and maintaining restrooms/shower building and rental facilities will occur, as well as staffing the campground office from time-to-time. You will have contact with both cleaning and lawncare chemicals and agents. You may be required to work on trails and pathways that are in woods, fields, and along roadways, all of which may contain plants, trees, and grasses that may produce allergic or other reactions. Some areas may only be accessed on foot at certain times of the year. This position also includes time spent on multiple beach and waterfront areas. Working in inclement weather may be required. Occasional lifting and transferring of fifty pounds may be required. Travel to other County sites, parks, and/or facilities may be occasionally required.

In partnership with the USDA-Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), this Farm Bill Wildlife Biologist will coordinate and implement wildlife habitat-related conservation programs and provide technical assistance within a multi-county area. The position will be headquartered in a USDA Service Center in Sumter, South Carolina and provide service to multiple counties across the state. This individual will work in joint capacity with partner agencies (including SCDNR) to promote, coordinate and implement conservation provisions of the Federal Farm Bill on private lands, with primary focus on the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) and the Working Lands for Wildlife (WLFW) Bobwhite Program. CRP program planning will focus on improving upland habitat and associated species. Conservation delivery may also involve other relevant Farm Bill programs as well as state and local habitat programs and initiatives. General duties will include all aspects of wildlife habitat planning, contract coordination, conservation plan writing, site assessment/eligibility determination, practice certification, program promotion/outreach, landowner technical assistance, and quarterly reporting. The incumbent will be an employee of Pheasants Forever, Inc. and Quail Forever and receive supervision from Pheasants Forever with daily guidance provided by the local Service Center staff.

Job Duties:

Provide technical assistance (wildlife habitat focus) and guidance to private landowners, government agencies, non-government organizations and other groups for USDA NRCS conservation programs. Training provided jointly by NRCS, and QF.
Complete conservation plans, job sheets, wildlife habitat evaluation guides (WHEG) and other required documentation for the conservation programs requiring biological expertise in cooperation with the listed partners.
Conduct CRP site visits and status reviews.
Communicate program requirements, complete site visits to determine eligibility, and develop contract documents for applicants and participants of USDA-NRCS conservation programs and other local and state programs.
Review plans and specifications for feasibility for implementation under Farm Bill program contract rules, etc.
Accelerate conservation program enrollment by conducting outreach such as workshops, field days, demonstration events, and habitat tours.
Work with Clemson Extension partners to establish CRP demonstration sites on Research and Education Center properties.
Provide on-site landowner technical assistance for conservation practice implementation.
Review/certify federal cost-share practices for compliance.
Complete conservation plans as they relate to NRCS cost share programs, specifically CRP.
Work with local QF chapters to assist with habitat program education and outreach and provide technical assistance for habitat projects.

Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with landowners and partner agencies.
Ability to work independently and with diverse clientele. Must be a motivated self-starter with strong interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of, and/or practical experience with silviculture and prescribed fire as it relates to timber management and production in the Southeastern US.
Knowledge of wildlife ecology, forest and grassland management including the ability to utilize various habitat management tools in the development of management plans.
Knowledge of conservation and wildlife programs provided by federal (i.e., Farm Bill, US Fish and Wildlife Service), state, & local entities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational skills, with demonstrated ability to manage demanding workloads.
Proficiency with ArcGIS, GPS, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)
Valid driver’s license required; use of personal vehicle required (mileage reimbursement provided).
Must be able to obtain USDA Federal Security Clearance.

Education and Experience Preferred: Any combination of training and/or experience that will enable the applicant to possess the required knowledge, skills and abilities. A Bachelor of Science Degree in Wildlife Management, Forestry, or closely related natural resources field is required. Proven experience working with USDA Farm Bill programs is preferred. At least 2 years of professional experience are preferred for a Farm Bill Biologist II. The ideal candidate will exhibit a balance of technical knowledge and interpersonal skills required to implement voluntary conservation programs on private lands. A successful applicant must enjoy working with private landowners to achieve their objectives. Demonstrated interest, training, and experience in both forestry and wildlife is also ideal.

The Aspen Institute Energy and Environment Program (EEP) explores significant challenges with diverse thinkers and doers to make a more prosperous, equitable, and sustainable society for all. We address critical energy, environmental, and climate change issues through non-partisan, non-ideological convening, with the specific intent of bringing together diverse stakeholders to improve the process and progress of policy-level dialogue. This enables EEP to sit at a critical intersection in the conversation and bring together diverse groups of expert stakeholders. In addition to energy and environmental policy, which the program has been addressing for several decades, EEP is now actively and purposefully engaging in climate change policy – mitigating the effects of climate change, adapting to the inevitable impacts of climate change, and the international cooperation needed to achieve these goals.

ZEMBA

The Zero Emission Maritime Buyers Alliance (ZEMBA) is a first-of-its-kind buyers group within the maritime sector with the mission to accelerate commercial deployment of the most scalable clean energy shipping solutions, enable economies of scale for freight buyers and suppliers, and maximize positive impact beyond what any one freight buyer could accomplish alone.

ZEMBA’s mission is to:

Accelerate the deployment of ZE shipping solutions and create access to high integrity environmental attributes (emissions reduction).

Enable economies of scale for freight buyers and suppliers, especially for fuels and technology with potential to scale and decrease in cost over time.

Maximize emissions reduction beyond what any one freight buyer could accomplish alone.

Facilitate credible, transparent, traceable in-sector investments in maritime decarbonization solutions that freight buyers can claim toward their Scope 3 targets.

ZEMBA has successfully launched two tenders to date, and is looking to design future RFPs, building off continued success and driving the market forward for new scalable solutions.

ABOUT THIS ROLE

The Program Manager is a key member of the Ocean & Climate team dedicated to and responsible for managing activities related to the ZEMBA project and other projects within the Ocean & Climate team. The Program Manager works with the Sr. Director and other senior leaders of the team on formulating and developing substantive programs in alignment with EEP’s strategy and goals, managing project details, communicating and conducting outreach, and identifying, developing, and securing funders. As this is a leadership position, it is expected that the Program Manager will complete all tasks assigned in a timely manner while maintaining deadlines. The Program Manager may also be charged with overseeing other staff and interns, as assigned.

This position reports to the Senior Manager, Ocean and Climate. The salary range for this position is $90,000-$100,000. This role is a limited-term position for 6 months, with the potential to extend. In accordance with our Reimagining Work policy, the Program Manager should be willing to be in-person with colleagues a minimum of 40% of the time while having the flexibility to work remotely for the balance. In-person consists of meaningful connections with colleagues in an office, traveling to a different office or location to meet fellow staff members, at an Aspen event, at a meeting outside the office or other opportunities to meet in person with teammates and colleagues.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Program management (50%)

Manage development and implementation of the request for proposal 3 (RFP-3) and accountability for delivering on key milestones;
Identify, recommend, and implement process improvements to existing infrastructure to inform RFP-3;
Provide technical analysis, strategic input, and design structure of the RFP-3;
Coordinate amongst technical advisors and legal counsel to manage shared workload and drive toward project milestones;
Collaborate with ZEMBA program leads and staff in the development and execution of ZEMBA’s strategy, including timeline, milestones, and design and implementation of RFP-3;
Manage refinement of critical materials and resources required to operationalize ZEMBA’s RFP-3 and inform future RFPs.
Support ZEMBA RFP-2 and policy engagement as needed and draw connections between RFP-3 learnings and other workstreams

Corporate and Partner Engagement (50%)

Coordinate and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders in a robust multistakeholder and cross-disciplinary design process;
Organize agendas and materials at external events in collaboration with partners (workshop-style side events);
Coordinate research and informational findings with the broader maritime community to inform RFP-3
Design and run a request for information (RFI) as needed;
Maintain database of company contacts, profiles, key interactions and documents, and other pertinent information;
Provide technical analysis and input to support the development of future ZEMBA tenders.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO THRIVE

Bachelor’s degree in policy, climate, clean energy, environmental science, business, or related field;
Minimum 5+ years of project management and collaborative partnership management experience with multiple and diverse stakeholders required;
Previous facilitation experience with workshops, webinars, and meetings is a plus;
Strong knowledge and/or experience with clean energy, transportation fuels, policy landscape, and general experience with maritime;
Leads with curiosity and a creative problem solver (and loves it), thinks outside of the box, can pose bold questions but is grounded in practical realities of business and policy constraints;
Experience with advanced market commitments and/or forward sourcing for new/innovative products is desirable;
Ability and desire to rapidly learn a wide variety of new subject matter;
Ability to successfully manage many tasks simultaneously, master workflow details, and self-prioritize;
A positive “Yes, and…” attitude and ability to work well independently and collaboratively as part of a team;
Experience and proficiency in productivity tools, project management software, and video conferencing platforms, i.e Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom, Google Workspace;
Excellent verbal, writing, and editing skills;
Excellent professional and diplomatic interpersonal skills and demonstrable ability to discern political, economic and cultural beliefs and ideologies related to policy questions and subject matter, including participant and institutional biases; and
Willingness and ability to travel, as much as 20% of the time, during certain times of the year.

Great Old Broads for Wilderness (Broads) seeks its next Executive Director, an experienced leader who is passionately committed to the welfare of public lands and waters, the protection of wild areas, and to effective grassroots advocacy to protect and steward these places. Broads seeks a leader who will effectively rise to the challenge to respond to political attempts to undermine and dismantle bedrock environmental laws, science, public process, and the very existence of public lands. We welcome applications from candidates who have a deep understanding of grassroots advocacy, significant experience in nonprofit management and financial health, and demonstrated success in leadership roles. We seek an individual whose working relationships demonstrate personal maturity, strong ethical standards, and a commitment to justice.

This position may be based anywhere in the continental U.S. Great Old Broads offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and is committed to increasing the diversity of our staff.