We will need volunteers!

*Set up two hours before event starts, tear down usually takes about an hour.
*This is a POT LUCK! Please plan to bring your favorite side dish, dessert or beverage.
*We want this to be a FAMILY FRIENDLY/ECO FRIENDLY event so, we need someone to organize games for kids and recycling.
*We would like to have some DOOR PRIZES! If you have something to contribute or are a good solicitor please let us know.

Ed “The Event Man” Blundell will be making arrangements for live music! If you are a musician and want to perform contact him at blundell@frontiernet.net.

More Details to follow…(ie: start/end time)

To volunteer, contact Micki Strawinski

Primary Responsibilities: Secure the resources necessary to fulfill SNC’s mission and expand the vision; Maintain and enhance SNC’s positive reputation in the community; Cultivate financial and political support from individuals, corporations, organizations, foundations, and governmental entities; Build and nurture a strong, professional, and enthusiastic staff; Manage all operations, including staff activities, program development and implementation, facility development and maintenance; Oversee finances and comply with all IRS regulations; Work with the board to assure quality governance and strategic planning; Lead the process of SNC’s move/expansion to the 2nd Dam location in Logan Canyon, developing a capital campaign and community involvement to support the move; Seek entrepreneurial opportunities to enhance SNC program offerings and community collaborations. Please see our web site for details.

Job Type: Professional
Salary Detail: Commensurate with education and experience
Deadline: 8-1-2010
Organization: Stokes Nature Center
Location: Logan, UT
Contact Person: Search Committee
Phone: (435)755-3239
E-Mail: michael.torrens@usu.edu

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 4204
Logan, Utah 84323-4204

DUTIES/DESCRIPTION:
-Assisting with implementation of educational programs including classroom presentations for all ages, field trips, and outreach activities
-Dissemination of RMBO’s/NGPC’s conservation messages to publics of all ages
-Assist with development of educational programs and materials, and reports for various projects and grants

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
Undergraduate degree in environmental education, environmental science, ornithology, wildlife/ecosystem conservation, or related fields. Preference will be given to an applicant with a sound working knowledge of shortgrass prairie ecosystems and wildlife ecology.
-Public speaking skills and the ability to work with the public of all ages, delivering interpretive programs
-Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate through multiple media
-Experience and demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office programs
-The ability to multi-task, prioritize and to carry out duties and directives under limited supervision
-A valid Driver’s License and personal transportation; incumbent must be willing to travel to program sites in western NE

Job Type: Full Time temporary
Salary Detail: $13.50/hr
Deadline: 7-30-2010
Organization: Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory
Location: Scottsbluff, NE
Contact Person: Amanda Filipi
Phone: 308-220-0052
E-Mail: amanda.filipi@rmbo.org

Mailing Address: Nebraska Prairie Partners
Attn:Amanda Filipi
P.O. Box 489
Scottsbluff, NE 69361

Job Type: Full Time permanent
Salary Detail: Please include salary history and contact information for three references.
Deadline: 9-1-2010
Organization: River Legacy Living Science Center
Location: Arlington, TX
Contact Person: Carolyn Krentz
E-Mail: carolyn@riverlegacy.org

Mailing Address: 703 NW Green Oak Boulevard
Arlington, TX 76006

*** NOTE THIS IS A DIFFERENT POSITION THAN THE ONE LISTED EARLIER. IT IS FT/ PERMANENT***

Job Type: Full Time temporary
Salary Detail: Include salary history and three references
Deadline: 9-1-2010
Organization: River Legacy Living Science Center
Location: Arlington, TX
Contact Person: Carolyn Krentz
E-Mail: carolyn@riverlegacy.org

Mailing Address: 703 NW Green Oak Boulevard
Arlington, TX 76006

In addition to providing the opportunity to participate in many aspects of our policy work, the Marine Conservation Biology Institute’s Ocean Policy Internship offers exposure to government agencies, non-governmental groups and other organizations involved in the policy-making process.

MCBI’s Government Affairs office in Washington DC works on policy research and advocacy on a variety of marine issues, including marine spatial planning, marine protected areas such as marine sanctuaries, preserving Hawaii’s marine ecosystems, deep sea corals and seamounts conservation, and combating destructive fishing practices such as bottom trawling. Past interns have found the internship useful in narrowing their focus/interest in marine issues and learning about lobbying and the legislative process, particularly how to package science information for decision makers.

Internship activities include:

• Conducting research on US marine policy
• Setting lobbying appointments with congressional staffers
• Accompanying MCBI staff on Capitol Hill visits and keep records of visits
• Staying abreast of and briefing Staff on marine conservation news and hot topics
• Preparing educational materials and fact sheets
• Providing administrative support (answer phones, file, purchase office supplies, open & distribute mail, etc.)

Opportunities for independent research in Ocean Policy should be discussed at the time of interview.

Desired applicant qualifications
• Commitment to the preservation of marine life and biological diversity
• Excellent research, writing, and communication skills.
• Excellent organization skills.
• At ease working with Windows-based computer applications and mild computer troubleshooting.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, with minimal direct supervision.
• Substantive education, knowledge or professional experience in marine or environmental science or policy.
• College graduates or graduate students in law, environmental policy, or ocean management.

Period of Internship: August – December 2010

Interns are expected to work 40 hours per week. The internship offers compensation at the rate of $1800/month. No benefits or relocation costs are provided, except standard holidays falling during the internship term. We are willing to work with interns and their universities to obtain academic credit for internship work.
Application instructions:
Send all application materials by email to internships@mcbi.org by July 16th. Reference “Ocean Policy Intern” in the subject line. Please no calls.

1. A cover letter detailing your interests, relevant experience, goals and availability;
2. A résumé;
3. A writing sample (1-2 pages);
4. A course list detailing applicable coursework experience;
5. And a list of 3 references or completed recommendation letters.

MCBI is an equal opportunity employer.

Intern’s primary duties:
- Write the monthly Update newsletter
- Provide support to the Saving Energy in DC Schools project by attending meetings and preparing materials
- Help plan for the Green Schools fall workshops in CA, NY, and TN
- Assist in gathering research for major proposals
- Research as it comes up
- Creating new documents and resources for Green Schools
- Refining the Education team newsletter and publishing it each month

Desired skills/qualifications:
- Good writing and editing skills
- Organized
- Team-player
- Independence in undertaking tasks
- Interest in education
- Mature
- Not currently enrolled in coursework

Application instructions:
Application process: Please send a resume and cover letter to internship@ase.org by July 2, 2010. Please specify the position to which you are applying. Cover letters can be addressed to “Internship Coordinators.” No phone calls, please.

Learn more about the Alliance to Save Energy’s Education team at http://ase.org/section/program/greenschl/.

This position is responsible for assisting with implementation of restoration and climate-smart projects in the Great Lakes region. This will be accomplished through collaboration with on-the-ground groups and Coalition partners. This position’s work will include a variety of outreach activities as well as some campaign related administrative and logistical tasks.

Additional Qualifications:
Qualified candidates must have a B.A. or B.S. in natural resources or other related field, 1-2 years of environmental work experience, must be a pro-active communicator and team member. Knowledge of Great Lakes and experience with campaign outreach and handling logistics for campaign events and activities climate issues preferred. Solid writing skills are essential, research experience is a plus.

How to Apply:
Do you hear the call of the wild? Apply at http://careers.nwf.org and join us in mobilizing Americans to protect our country’s wildlife.
NWF offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits and is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.
National Wildlife Federation
It starts with people…like you.

The Temporary Water Policy Coordinator will be responsible for facilitating ongoing campaign communications and organizing efforts with conservation partners, organizations and volunteer activists in Great Lakes states to ensure effective implementation of NWF Great Lakes Water Compact campaign and efforts to protect the Great Lakes from invasive species. Regularly communicating with partners in the region by coordinating and hosting conference calls, distributing minutes, managing campaign listservs, managing and preparing content for campaign webpages, and organizing meetings, workshops, and/or regional conferences. Providing research and policy analysis of issues related to the Great Lakes Water Compact and invasive species campaigns. Developing materials and resources for these campaigns like fact sheets and action alerts for outreach to media, activists, members and general public. Assisting Policy Manager with administration of re-grants to regional partners and NWF affiliate organizations and assisting with grant report writing and proposal writing.

Additional Qualifications:
Qualified candidates must have a B.A. or B.S. in natural resources or other related field, a minimum of 3 years of environmental policy and organizing experience or equivalent transferable experience, knowledge of Great Lakes issues and policy preferred, experience with campaign outreach and organizing. Strong attention to detail and follow through abilities, solid writing skills are essential must be a pro-active communicator and team member.

How to Apply:
Do you hear the call of the wild? Apply at http://careers.nwf.org and join us in mobilizing Americans to protect our country’s wildlife.

NWF offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits and is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.

National Wildlife Federation
It starts with people…like you.

Comes with washer/dryer, Cable TV, phone, and wifi. Large fully supplied kitchen and living space. Snow plowing provided. Every other week house cleaning of shared spaces and bathrooms provided.

1. LARGE STUDIO 580 sq ft: $625 + 1/3 utilities (about $170/mo) very private, with own bathroom, Jacuzzi, wood stove, and separate entrance. Shared LR, DR, Kitchen.
2. PRIVATE ROOM (15×13): $450 +1/4 utilities (about $130/mo) Shared bath, LR, DR, Kitchen.
4. Part time (midweek) can be negotiated.

For rent late August 2010 through May 2011.

Have rented in the past to Bard College CEP, CCS, and Conservatory graduate students as well as faculty.