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Job Opportunity, Alumni Job: Digital Communications & Campaigns Strategist to join Maine Center for Economic Policy, Apply by 11/20/2018
Maine Center for Economic Policy is seeking a Digital Communications and Campaigns Strategist to join our team. The Strategist will be primarily responsible for overseeing the organization’s digital communications in support of our research, analysis, and advocacy mission. The position is based in Augusta, Maine, and reports to the Communications Director. This is a full-time position, with general availability expected during normal business hours. Some remote work may be permitted after a 120-day orientation period.
MECEP is a nonpartisan, nonprofit research and policy organization dedicated to improving the economic well-being of low- and moderate-income Mainers. For 24 years, MECEP has improved economic opportunity and security for working families by advocating for fairer tax policies, improved access to education, health care, and livable wage jobs, and investment in the public programs and services on which Mainers rely. For more information, visit mecep.org.
Under the supervision of the Communications Director, the Digital Communications and Campaigns Strategist will bring MECEP’s policy research, analysis, and advocacy to digital audiences through a variety of platforms, channels, and media. Working with MECEP’s staff, the Strategist is responsible for crafting and executing digital campaigns that support all aspects of MECEP’s work — including education, advocacy, outreach, and development.
Responsibilities include:
- Managing, growing, and developing metrics to measure MECEP’s social media activities, including the management of paid social media campaigns.
- Managing MECEP’s email program, including list management and segmentation.
- Designing and producing digital and print content, including video, for a variety of audiences
- Managing MECEP’s website and blog
- Other communications-related tasks, as directed
Qualifications
- Dedication to MECEP’s mission and a passion for economic justice and racial equity.
- Robust social media skills across platforms including but not limited to Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, including paid advertising campaigns
- Experience with email marketing tools such as ActionNetwork, MailChimp, or Constant Contact and online publishing platforms such as WordPress.
- Skill with Adobe Creative Suite or similar and video editing tools.
- Strong organizational skills and a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, manage competing priorities and work independently and as part of a team
Benefits
MECEP offers competitive salary based on experience. Salary range for this position is $40,000 to $50,000. We also offer a generous benefits package including four weeks of vacation time annually, paid sick leave and family medical leave, 100% paid health and dental insurance, annual SEP-IRA retirement contributions and 12 paid holidays.
A reasonable moving stipend is available for applicants willing to relocate for the position.
Professional Level
Professional
Minimum Education Required
No requirement
How To Apply
To apply, send your resume, a short email (no more than 300 words) telling us why we should hire you for this position, and samples of previous work. Email: [email protected] by November 20, 2018. Please include “Digital Communications and Campaigns Strategist” in the subject line. MECEP is looking to hire the right applicant as soon as possible, but start date is negotiable.
MECEP is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds and perspectives. MECEP encourages people of color, women, immigrants, LGBTQ+ people, people with disabilities, formerly incarcerated people, and members of any other group that experiences adversity in hiring to apply.
Alumni Fellowships with The Nature Conservancy (Vermont), Apply by Oct 29, 2018
The Vermont Field Office of The Nature Conservancy has just posted two fellowship positions. Deadline to apply: 11:59 PM Eastern Time on October 29, 2018
Restoration and Ecological Management Fellow: A two- year position designed to give the successful candidate critical skills and experience as an entry into a conservation career. In this spirit, the Fellow will be asked to engage in field monitoring work, which may require exposure to inclement summer weather and unpredictable terrain. This work will require in-state, multi-day travel. (position number 46928)
Science Communication Fellow:A two-year position designed to give the successful candidate critical skills and experience as an entry into a conservation career. Though the work will be primarily focused on communications efforts, it is our intent that the Fellow be exposed to the full breadth of TNC’s operations. In this spirit, the Fellow will be asked to engage in field monitoring work, which may require exposure to inclement summer weather and unpredictable terrain. This work will require in-state, multi-day travel. (position number46926)
One of the objectives of these positions is to create career opportunities for folks who come from backgrounds that don’t easily lend themselves to conservation careers. We are really hoping to attract candidates who meet most of the following criteria:
- Recent college graduate with a Bachelor’s degree
- First-generation college graduate
- Life experience such as racial or ethnic minority, urban upbringing, or economically disadvantaged. We desire Fellows who can bring a perspective to our work that is different from what is represented by much of our staff.
The postings are open until October 29, and we will look to bring the fellows on board in the December/January time frame.
Restoration and Ecological Management Fellow https://tinyurl.com/yap5szhk
Science Communication Fellow https://tinyurl.com/yb3kdl5z
Alumni Job: Director of Water Conservation, Midcoast Conservancy
Director of Water Conservation
This position is responsible for protecting and improving water resources for human and ecological benefit within the service area of Midcoast Conservancy. There is a special focus on Damariscotta Lake and the Sheepscot River. Hires and supervises permanent and seasonal staff needed to carry out programs and reports to the Executive Director. Benefits provided include health care insurance, retirement, 3 weeks of vacation, accrued sick time and 12 holidays, all in a collaborative and flexible work environment. Annual salary of $44,000 – $50,000 depending on experience.
Responsible for implementing the following program goals; Tasks are illustrative of the nature of the position and other tasks may be required to complete the goals of this position.
Water Quality Data Collection & Analysis
- Facilitate collection of surface water quality data from fresh and estuarine waters including rivers, streams, lakes, and ponds
- Conduct and coordinate data analysis to determine historic trends and current conditions to determine further data and restoration needs
- Maintain and follow appropriate QA/QC and QAPP procedures to ensure data integrity
- Communicate findings to colleagues, other restoration professionals, partner organizations, public agencies, and members of the public
- Analyze attainment of state water quality classifications and investigate conditions affecting water body impairment and/or Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs)
- Procure and maintain associated sampling equipment and vehicles, including pickup trucks, boats, and trailers
Water Resource Protection & Restoration
- Develop and implement strategies to protect and improve water quality, aquatic organism habitat, connectivity, and recreational access throughout the Midcoast Conservancy service area
- Implement the existing Damariscotta Lake Watershed Protection Plan as approved by Maine DEP and US EPA
- Plan and supervise construction of structural Best Management Practices (BMPs) to prevent Nonpoint Source Pollution (NPS), and implement non-structural BMPs
- Plan and supervise projects to remediate habitat for aquatic organisms
- Develop and communicate recommendations for landowners to improve water quality and aquatic habitat conditions
- Conduct site assessments to determine restoration needs
- Facilitate the control of Hydrilla infestations in Damariscotta Lake and manage programs to prevent and identify other invasive aquatic species within the service area
- Act as a resource to staff and the public in the interpretation of and adherence to local, s ate, and federal regulations for water resource protection
Advocacy
- Work with local municipalities and officials to advance protections for water resources which are sub ject to local jurisdiction
- Monitor and advocate for state rulemaking and legislation to advance protections for local water resources as a secondary method for local resource improvements
- Engage and educate members, volunteers, and partner coalitions as the primary means for advancing protections for water resources
Leadership
- Works with Executive Director and other staff as needed to fundraise for water programs including state and federal grants, private donations, and business sponsorships
- Manage implementation of Clean Water Act Section 319 grant(s)
- Represent Midcoast Conservancy interests with regional and state organizations and in policy matters
- Stays current on science and trends in field of watershed management by attending relevant conferences
- Hire, supervise, and evaluate full-time and part-time permanent and seasonal staff
- Functions as staff liaison to the Damariscotta Lake Council
- Convene the Midcoast Conservancy Water Work Group
- Coordinate activities with partner organizations and agencies when necessary
- Manage tracking and reporting on public and private grants Desired Knowledge & Skills
The incumbent will have 5 years’ experience in the field of water resources, natural resource conservation, project management, or a related field. A combination of relevant education and experience may be considered in lieu of experience.
Desired Skills & Experience Include:
- Project management
- Water quality data collection standards and techniques
- Environmental conservation or restoration
- Experience with local, state, and federal rules and regulations related to water resource protection and conservation
- Experience in supervisory role
- Experience with customer service; responding to client or public inquiry in a respectful and knowledgeable fashion
- Experience working with a diverse group of partners and managing multiple priorities
- Experience with technical software such as ArcGIS, AutoCAD, and other statistical or analytical software
To apply please email cover letter, resume and names and contact information of three references to [email protected] or mail to DWC Hiring (see address on first page).
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midcoastconservancy.org
Advocacy
- Work with local municipalities and officials to advance protections for water resources
which are su ject to local jurisdiction
- Monitor and advocate for state rulemaking and legislation to advance protections for
l cal water resources as a secondary method for local resource improvements
- Engage and educate members, volunteers, and partner coalitions as the primary means for advancing protections for water resources
Leadership
- Works with Executive Director and other staff as needed to fundraise for water programs
i cluding state and federal grants, private donations, and business sponsorships
- Manage implementation of Clean Water Act Section 319 grant(s)
- Represent Midcoast Conservancy interests with regional and state organizations and in policy matters
- Stays current on science and trends in field of watershed management by attending relevant conferences
- Hire, supervise, and evaluate full-time and part-time permanent and seasonal staff
- Functions as staff liaison to the Damariscotta Lake Council
- Convene the Midcoast Conservancy Water Work Group
- Coordinate activities with partner organizations and agencies when necessary
- Manage tracking and reporting on public and private grants Desired Knowledge & Skills
The incumbent will have 5 years’ experience in the field of water resources, natural resource conservation, project management, or a related field. A combination of relevant education and experience may be considered in lieu of experience.
Desired Skills & Experience Include:
- Project management
- Water quality data collection standards and techniques
- Environmental conservation or restoration
- Experience with local, state, and federal rules and regulations related to water resource protection and conservation
- Experience in supervisory role
- Experience with customer service; responding to client or public inquiry in a respectful and knowledgeable fashion
- Experience working with a diverse group of partners and managing multiple priorities
- Experience with technical software such as ArcGIS, AutoCAD, and other statistical or analytical software
To apply please email cover letter, resume and names and contact information of three references to [email protected] or mail to DWC Hiring (see address on first page).
Job Opportunity for Seniors: Energy Consulting Associate, with Power Advocates (Boston or San Francisco, apply through ebear!)
Isabel Schwartz, ’17 (Econ major) writes:
I wanted to reach out to you to let you know my company (PowerAdvocate) is looking for seniors interested in full-time positions in the energy industry. I am passing along our job listing to you if you know of any seniors that may be interested.
- SUMMARY: Deliver innovative thinking supported by detailed analytics, data science, market research, subject matter expertise and use of our software tools to help our energy clients make effective supply chain and capital project execution decisions.
- ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Coordinate with client supply chain management, PMOs, project executives and engineering teams as they design and implement supply chain and capital project procurement solutions.
Job Title: Energy Consulting Associate
Department: Client Services
Location: Boston or San Francisco
Students who are interested can submit their resumes through our eBear posting for the Energy Consulting Associate position. Thank you so much, and please let me know if you have any questions.
Isabel Schwartz
PowerAdvocate
(cell) 774 249 1260 • (fax) 857 453 5656
179 Lincoln St. • Boston, MA 02111
www.poweradvocate.com
Alumni Job: Cape Falcon Marine Reserve Outreach Coordinator (20 hrs), Newport, OR- Apply by 10/1/18
THE FRIENDS OF CAPE FALCON MARINE RESERVE IS SEEKING AN OUTREACH COORDINATOR
Friends of Cape Falcon Marine Reserve is looking for a Marine Reserve Outreach Coordinator. Goals of the position include: provide outreach and education to local citizens and visitors about the Cape Falcon Marine Reserve; support Cape Falcon Marine Reserve implementation by agencies; and encourage and support research and monitoring activities in the marine reserve. The position is 20 hours per week, on average. The schedule is fairly flexible. DOWNLOAD POSITION DESCRIPTION HERE
HOW TO APPLY
To apply, email a detailed cover letter, a resume and three references to ;[email protected]. A single PDF document is preferred. Direct questions to Board Chair Nadia Gardner at the above email. Applications will be reviewed starting Monday, October 1, 2018. Open until filled.
Learn more:
https://www.nehalemtrust.org/capefalconmr/
https://www.facebook.com/CapeFalconMR/
https://www.instagram.com/capefalconmr/
Explore Nature / Friends of Cape Falcon Marine Reserve Video
ODFW Oregon’s Marine Reserves:
Alumni Job: Food & Water Action Climate Champions
Food & Water Action is looking for a talented organizer to lead our work to elect climate champions to serve in Albany!
This fall, Food & Water Action is working to elect climate champions around New York. Two of the candidates we are most excited to be supporting are Jen Metzger, running for Senate District 42, and Scott Martens, running for Assembly District 98. Both Jen and Scott have fought fossil fuel infrastructure in their communities in the Catskills and Hudson Valley region. And, if elected, both would be champions for getting New York to 100% renewable energy as soon as possible.
Food & Water Action is hiring an organizer to work on mobilizing voters in Orange County to get out and vote for Jen Metzger and Scott Martens this fall. Please check out the job posting here and let us know if you have any questions:
https://www.foodandwaterwatch.org/job/catskills-election-organizer
Please note that while the position is currently titled Catskills Election Organizer, we have honed in on the focus for this position to be the Warwick area of Orange County.
Alumni Opportunity: Paid Farming Internship at Aldemere Farm, in Rockport, ME
Paid Farming Apprenticeships in Rockport, Maine
Maine Coast Heritage Trust is offering two paid apprenticeships at Aldermere Farm, in Rockpost, Maine for individuals pursuing careers in agriculture ($1,000 monthly stipend. The lessons they learn go beyond the logistics of farm operations. During their time at the farm apprentices engage with the community through educational agricultural programs, which teach about the local food system—food production, processing, distribution, consumption and waste management – through the lens of environmental conservation and community well-being. Each apprenticeship will include a monthly stipend, benefits, shared housing, training and supervision. The duration of an apprenticeship may last from 6 months up to 2 years depending on an apprentice’s needs.
An apprentice can choose to specialize in general farm operations or cattle management. Both will gain experience managing all facets of a 136-acre property and beef farm operation, including pasture, field and woodlot management; building and equipment upkeep; the logistics of hay and baleage production and rotational grazing; and developing annual plans to manage a herd’s health, reproduction, and nutrition. Apprentices also help lead ag programs for youth, like the Aldermere Achievers 4-H Club and the Farm Hands after-school program. Previous experience farming and educating youth and/or adults are preferred.
More information about Maine Coast Heritage Trust and Aldermere Farm is available online at aldermere.org. For more information about the apprenticeships and to apply, contact the Aldermere Farm office at [email protected] or 207-236-2739.
Student Job: help market a book for Bowdoin Professor Emeritus
I am seeking a person with much better computer skills than I. I’d like to hire someone who can help me market my book (Ecological Politics for Survival and Democracy) via social media. Might you be able to help me find such a person from among the students you know from this year and when you were a student, or anyone else from around here?I can pay $20 per hour. Not many hours, very part time. The work could be quite interesting.
John Rensenbrink:
[email protected]
Alumni Job Opportunity: Paid Farming Apprenticeship, Rockport, ME
Paid Farming Apprenticeships in Rockport, Maine
Maine Coast Heritage Trust is offering two apprenticeships at Aldermere Farm for individuals pursuing careers in agriculture. The lessons they learn go beyond the logistics of farm operations. During their time at the farm apprentices engage with the community through educational agricultural programs, which teach about the local food system—food production, processing, distribution, consumption and waste management – through the lens of environmental conservation and community well-being. Each apprenticeship will include a monthly stipend, benefits, shared housing, training and supervision. The duration of an apprenticeship may last from 6 months up to 2 years depending on an apprentice’s needs. Aldermere Farm is a 136-acre beef cattle farm that is a preserve of Maine Coast Heritage Trust. Benefits for both apprenticeships will include a $1,000 monthly stipend and shared housing. Interested applicants may email [email protected] for more information.
An apprentice can choose to specialize in general farm operations or cattle management. Both will gain experience managing all facets of a 136-acre property and beef farm operation, including pasture, field and woodlot management; building and equipment upkeep; the logistics of hay and baleage production and rotational grazing; and developing annual plans to manage a herd’s health, reproduction, and nutrition. Apprentices also help lead ag programs for youth, like the Aldermere Achievers 4-H Club and the Farm Hands after-school program. Previous experience farming and educating youth and/or adults are preferred.
More information about Maine Coast Heritage Trust and Aldermere Farm is available online at aldermere.org. For more information about the apprenticeships and to apply, contact the Aldermere Farm office at [email protected] or 207-236-2739.
Joelle Albury
Outreach & Office Manager
Aldermere Farm
70 Russell Avenue
Rockport, ME 04856
207-236-2739
www.aldermere.org