Sustainability Employment 2008
For job listings from previous years, go to
the bottom of the page.
For the Ecological Farming Association Sustainable Ag
Jobs listings,
click here.
Check Goodwork and WiserEarthJobs and JuJu for
more job links
Also, links to environmental jobs can be found here.
And jobs related to social justice here.
For an article on Environmental Jobs, click here
and here.
Also, I maintain a separate list of Sustainability
Internships here.
If you know of any jobs or internships that I should
list, please send me an email at; jgerber@psis.umass.edu.
Thanks.
The following jobs are listed in chronological order
(with apologies for rough formatting)
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July 15, 2008
REDFIRE: Check out several jobs at RedFire Farm in
Granby here; http://www.redgatefarm.org/index.php?page=employment
Job Opening:
Assistant Farm Manager. Atlas Farm, certified organic vegetable farm in
Deerfield, MA seeks applicants interested in learning about running a vegetable
farm, and willing to make a multi year commitment to the farm. We are
interested in training the right person and are looking for someone with 1-2
years experience on vegetable farms, some tractor experience and mostly a
strong desire to learn. This person would assist the farm owners with all
aspects of farm management including production, marketing, equipment work and
field crew supervision. For more information, visit their website
or contact Sara.
Job Opening: NOFA/Mass Community Farm Organizer. This position is a
15-25 hr/week position. The employee will research all aspects of community
farms. Send resume and three references or letters of recommendation to Julie Rawson by July 15. For a full job
description, please visit the NOFA/Mass website.
Job Opening: NOFA/Mass Extension Educator. This position is a 10 hr/week
position, moving up to 40 hr/week in October, pending funding. The employee
will work closely with and collaborate with NOFA/Mass programs in all varieties
of extension work. Send resume and three references or letters of
recommendation to Julie Rawson by July
15. For a full job description, please visit the NOFA/Mass website.
Job Opening: Part-time help. Real Pickles is a small business, based in
Montague, MA, producing raw, naturally fermented pickled foods from local,
organic vegetables. We are seeking part-time help, beginning ASAP in
Greenfield, MA. Work includes all aspects of production, including preparing
fresh ingredients for fermentation and packaging finished product into glass
jars. Work is physically demanding. Applicants should be hard-working,
reliable, and able to lift 50 lbs. This is a great opportunity to learn all
about the ancient art of lactic acid fermentation! For more information, call
Dan at (413) 863-9063.
June 18, 2008
NOFA/Mass
Community Farm Organizer
This position is a 15-25 hour per week position.
Total hours to be determined. Applications will be accepted until July 15.
This is an employee position. Starting pay is $11/hour, to be raised to $12/hour
on October 1. NOFA/Mass Employees must be members of NOFA/Mass in good
standing, must attend the annual staff meeting on Thursday, October 30, 9-4 pm
and the annual staff/board retreat on February 27, 28 and March 1.Email
(preferable) or send resume to Julie Rawson at julie@nofamass.org or 411 Sheldon Road,
Barre, MA 01005. Include three references or letters of recommendation.
Questions, call Julie at (978) 355-2853.
• Research existing Community Farms, their origins,
ownership structure, programs, finances, etc
• Research available funding from federal, state,
local, and private groups for both organizing and set up
• Target specific communities for organizing based
on:
-
Expressions
of interest from local groups and individuals
-
Availability
of farmland
-
Demographics
of local residents and likelihood of broad use and support
-
Community
need
• Work with local groups to identify accessible
land, long-term sponsor, governance, funding and programs
• Help guide Community Farm through the set-up phase
and leave in hands of strong local group
NOFA Extension Educator
This position will start at 10 hours per week with a
goal of moving to 40 hours per week on October 1 if funds are available. Applications
will be accepted until July 15. This is an employee position. Starting pay
is $11/hour, to be raised to $12/hour on October 1. NOFA/Mass Employees must be
members of NOFA/Mass in good standing, must attend the annual staff meeting on
Thursday, October 30, 9-4 pm and the annual staff/board retreat on February 27,
28 and March 1. Email resume (preferable) and 3 references to Julie Rawson at julie@nofamass.org or 411 Sheldon Road,
Barre, MA 01005. Questions, call (978) 355-2853.
There
are many ways in which NOFA/Mass does extension education to members and the general public. Face to face
programs include the summer and winter conferences, the practical skills
series, the land care course and lawn and turf course, the livestock resources
service, and the organic dairy
program.. The Gardening the Community Program in Springfield teaches kids and
community members how to farm/garden organically and there is a new initiative to
expand community farms in Massachusetts.
.
NOFA/Mass
also educates through a number of written publications including: a bi-monthly
newsletter, the Natural Farmer, the Organic Practices manual series, the
Organic Food Guide and the Organic Land Care Guide, and online articles.
The Extension educator will work closely with and collaborate
with other NOFA/Mass programs that are doing this work. Collaboration with other organizations in
Massachusetts and the Northeast region that are doing similar work in this
field is also a must. This person will establish an advisory committee of
interested board, staff and NOFA members to assist in developing the work of
the position. An extensive survey of NOFA/Mass members has recently been
completed, which will aid in the development of this position.
This
extension educator work plan could include, but not be limited to:
·
Re-institute
the “Ask Ed” service for farmers and gardeners with growing questions
·
Develop
companion educational literature for bulk order products
·
Organize
a 1-3 day advanced farming intensive workshop in December or January
·
Coordinate
an organic gardening series blitz for next spring in multiple locations around
the state
·
Provide
online resources that could include discussion groups, easily accessed
research, and web links to relevant resource organizations and publications
·
Work
with summer and winter conference coordinators to plan grower intensives for
these conferences
·
Work
with practical skills coordinator to collaborate on workshops for that series
·
Write
regular articles in The Natural Farmer
and the newsletter, as well as
consolidating articles on the website for easy reference
·
Coordinate
on-farm technical assistance, particularly crop based, possibly using existing
state resources and outside consultants
·
Organize
twilight tours of crop farms throughout the state
The extension educator will work closely with the Executive Director in the months of July through September to develop a comprehensive program that will be ready to launch in October.
June 11, 2008
Job
Opening: Farm Manager. Established PYO orchard in the
Pioneer Valley with a loyal customer base seeks farm manager. Experience with
tree fruit and marketing preferred. Position is year- round and requires
experience with tree fruit and marketing, as well as tractor operation and
equipment maintenance. Salary is commensurate with experience. Call (413)
665-4689.
Job Opening: Farmers' Market Staff. Enterprise Farm in Whately, Mass. is
looking for Farmers' Market Staff. Position will cover 2-3 markets a week
(between 25-30 hours). At least 2 Sundays a month is a must. The right person
for the job is someone with experience in sales and farming, and has passion
for fresh, organic food. If you are interested, call Alyssa McKim at (413)
320-6652.
Job Opening: Part-time help. Real Pickles is a small business, based in
Montague, MA, producing raw, naturally fermented pickled foods from local,
organic vegetables. We are seeking part-time help, beginning ASAP in
Greenfield, MA. Work includes all aspects of production, including preparing
fresh ingredients for fermentation and packaging finished product into glass
jars. Work is physically demanding. Applicants should be hard-working,
reliable, and able to lift 50 lbs. This is a great opportunity to learn all
about the ancient art of lactic acid fermentation! For more information, call
Dan at (413) 863-9063.
Non-Instructional Director of Food Services (12 months)
REQUIREMENTS
·
Bachelor’s degree in food service management, nutrition, or related field.
·
Must exhibit excellent working knowledge of National School Meal program laws
and regulations, computer and software for budget preparation, analysis and
financial reporting; must have excellent analytical and forecasting skills.
EXPERIENCE
·
A minimum of two years successful experience as a supervisor or manager in an
institutional and/or school food service or comparable setting.
·
Demonstrated ability to work as an effective team leader.
·
Ability to work with other groups in the integration of nutrition into other
core subject areas.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides overall planning, direction, and
responsibility for achieving mission, operating, and financial goals at New
Haven Public Schools Food Service; responsible for representing NHPS food
service’s interests to a variety of stakeholders; (please refer to job
description).
Base Salary Range: Commensurate
with Experience
Applicants must submit a letter of
interest and a résumé to:
Personnel@new-haven.k12.ct.us
or New Haven Public Schools,
Personnel Department, , 54 Meadow Street, New Haven,
CT 06519
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Food
Justice Coordinator, Just Food,
Just Food is a NYC non-profit
organization that addresses regional farm and food issues. We work to build a
more just food system. This means, for example, that family farmers make a fair
profit for their efforts, and all people have access to affordable, healthy
food. It also means that farming techniques focus on the ecological methods
that protect nature's resources, as well as the urban and rural people that
live off these resources. One of the main aims of our Food Justice program is
to encourage NYC residents to be more aware of and engaged in farm and food
issue advocacy. Last day to apply: June 11, 2008 For more info, see: http://www.idealist.org/en/job/282395-329
Executive
Director,
The Executive Director is
responsible for carrying out the initiatives of the Board of Directors in
accordance with the comprehensive strategic plan and leads the Intervale
Foundation in fulfilling its mission to develop sustainable ecological systems
that provide solutions for productive land stewardship, innovative farming practices,
and sustainable economic development. Last day to apply: June 30, 2008 For more
info, see: http://www.idealist.org/en/job/281560-123
Outreach
Manager, Campaigns, The Humane Society of The United States,
Care about animals—and the planet?
Here’s your chance to join a winning team that’s working hard to improve the
lives of farm animals! The Humane Society of the
Call for
Nominations,
The Harvest Awards honor
individuals, organizations, and businesses across the
Food and
Society Policy Fellowship call for applications
The Thomas Jefferson Agricultural Institute is
pleased to announce a request for applications for the 2009-2010 class of Food
& Society Policy Fellows.
Due date: 26 June 2008. Download application
information here: http://www.foodandsocietyfellows.org/publications.cfm?refID=102200
Download the application cover sheet here: http://www.foodandsocietyfellows.org/publications.cfm?refID=102199
Marketing
and Communications Manager, Stone Barns Center for Food and Agriculture,
Director
of Development,
The Director is responsible for
all fundraising programs for
Multiple
openings, Greater Boston Food Bank,
The Greater Boston Food Bank is
the largest hunger-relief organization in
MULTIPLE JOB OPENINGS, THE FOOD
TRUST,
The Food Trust is a nationally
recognized nonprofit organization improving the supply of affordable food and
good nutrition in the mid-Atlantic region. The mission of The Food Trust is to
ensure that everyone has access to affordable, nutritious food. For more info,
see: http://www.thefoodtrust.org/php/about/jobs.php
MULTIPLE JOB OPENINGS,
FoodChange (formerly known as the
May 21, 2008
FROM the CISA Newsletter
Job Opening: Clarkdale
Fruit Farms is seeking seasonal farm workers. Work is outdoors and covers all
aspects of orchard maintenance. Must be physically fit and able to lift 40 lbs.
Position requires 2-3 days/week through April, with potential full-time
employment through October for the right candidate. Farm experience preferred,
but not necessary. Contact Ben.
No phone inquiries please.
Job Opening: Full-time farm help needed for Old Friends Farm. Applicant
should have prior farm experience, and must be passionate about growing flowers
as well as food crops, and supportive of sustainable, local, organic
agriculture. Must have reliable transportation. Compensation will be $9/hr,
plus farm products as available. Please contact Missy and Casey at (413)
253-9182.
Job Opening: Farm Help. The Farmstead at Mine Brook, home to Goat Rising
and Jersey Maid milk and cheese is looking for a hard working person to help
with milking and chores around the farm. The ideal candidate will be clean,
energetic, patient around animals and will have a desire to learn about the
process of cheese making. Prior experience a plus. Contact John Miller by e-mail, mail to 8 Mountain
Road, Charlemont, MA 01339, or call (413) 339-8500.
Job Opening: Communications Assistant. Red Tomato, a nonprofit
organization dedicated to working with ecological New England family produce
farmers, is seeking a Communications Assistant. Position is 20 hrs/week based
in Red Tomato office in Canton, Mass. Compensation is to be determined based on
qualifications and experience. Start date June 2008. Please e-mail resume and
cover letter to Susan Futrell.
Job Opening: The Amherst
Farmers' Market seeks a Market Manager. The Farmers' Market manager is
responsible for the daily operations of the market on Saturdays beginning the
first weekend in May through the third weekend in November. This is a
part-time, hourly position for about 12 hrs/week. Compensation will be
$12-14/hr based on experience. For full job description, please contact Casey Steinberg or Sara Porth. To apply, please send a cover
letter and resume to Casey or Sara.
Job Opening: Farm Manager. Established PYO orchard in the Pioneer Valley
with a loyal customer base seeks farm manager. Experience with tree fruit and
marketing preferred. Position is year-round and requires experience with tree
fruit and marketing, as well as tractor operation and equipment maintenance.
Salary is commensurate with experience. Call (413) 665-4689.
Job Opening: Farmers' Market Staff. Enterprise Farm in Whately, Mass. is
looking for Farmers' Market Staff. Position will cover 2-3 markets a week
(between 25-30 hours). At least 2 Sundays a month is a must. The right person
for the job is someone with experience in sales and farming, and has passion
for fresh, organic food. If you are interested, call Alyssa McKim at (413)
320-6652.
Wanted: Beginning
farmer with 3+ years experience seeking land tenure/stewardship opportunity to
include organic vegetable production using draft horses along with the
possibility to graze small livestock. Open and willing to work with your
situation, rent or lease. Currently apprenticing at Natural Roots in Conway,
Mass. Please contact Anthony at
(413) 369-4269. Wanted: G Street Preschool in Turners Falls, Mass is
looking for gardening tools and a compost bin to start their garden project. If
anyone has any items they would like to donate, please contact Marianne Bouthilette at (413)
475-1415.
May 19, 2008
Sustainable Marketing and Business Assistance
Exciting opportunity to work on-site within the new
community kitchen at LACE
in downtown Barre City providing technical
assistance to start-up and expanding
food and agricultural businesses. This position will
provide assistance as
needed including sales techniques, marketing, production,
pricing, referrals to
business counseling and planning assistance,
advocacy, coordination of food
production technical assistance, and project
marketing. The successful
candidate will have a B.A. or equivalent; experience
with operating or managing
a microenterprise or small business, especially in
retail sales and/or in the
food or agricultural sectors; ability to communicate
effectively verbally and
in writing; experience with counseling and/or
training adults; a strong
commitment to local foods; demonstrated sensitivity
to the challenges faced by
low-income people; working knowledge of MS Office
products; and reliable
transportation, a valid driver’s license, a home
telephone, and be able to
work a flexible schedule. This is a full-time position
with a generous benefit
package. The
position will be available until filled. Email
for full job
description, or send letter and resume ASAP to:
Central Vermont Community Action
Human Resources
195 US RT 302—Berlin
Barre, VT 05641
Two job
openings at White Dog Community Enterprises:
Executive Director: http://whitedogcafefoundation.org/ED_Job.pdf
Farm to Institution Project Manager: http://whitedogcafefoundation.org/FTI_Job.pdf
John Eshleman
Grants Director
White Dog Community Enterprises
The Fair Food Program
340 N. 12th St., Suite 415
Philadelphia, PA 19107
Communications/Outreach Assistant
(U of Maryland classification: Program Management
Specialist):
Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education
program
CLOSING DATE: June 27, 2008
STARTING SALARY: 33,000-40,000
TERM: One-year contract with expected yearly
extensions depending upon funding
LOCATION: SARE National Outreach Office, Beltsville,
MD
The Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education
(SARE) program works nationwide to advance farming systems that are profitable,
environmentally sound and good for communities. It is primarily a grantmaking organization. Since its inception
in 1988, the program has funded nearly 4,000 research, education, outreach and
community development projects to advance sustainable practices and innovations
in American agriculture. SARE grants are administered through offices located
in four U.S. regions: Northeast, North Central, West and South.
SARE's National Outreach Office, located in
Beltsville, Maryland, analyzes and translates grantees' work into practical,
how-to books, bulletins, and fact sheets for farmers, ag educators, NGOs, and
other stakeholders involved in sustainable agriculture. SARE Outreach also
develops key partnerships with educators, researchers, media, and other
stakeholders in order to further advance sustainability in the nation's
agriculture.
DUTIES:
Communication and outreach assistance and
information management:
* Help
produce books and bulletins written for Extension educators, farmers and other
agricultural audiences. Duties would include, but not be limited to, vendor
management, press checks, photo research, some writing/editing.
*
Respond to requests for information.
*
Manage photo database.
*
Manage email and mailing lists.
* Serve
as a technical interface between SARE and print and electronic distribution
services.
*
Assist with media/stakeholder outreach projects.
*
Write, edit and/or proofread outreach and PR materials.
* Other
duties as requested by the outreach specialist, outreach coordinator, and
communications specialist.
QUALIFICATIONS:
B.A. in communications/journalism or equivalent
experience and/or a B.S. in agricultural or environmental sciences related
field, or equivalent work experience. Excellent written and oral communication
skills; excellent computer skills, including web-based information management,
database management and design programs; copyediting experience a plus; and
ability to work in a team-based office environment.
TO APPLY: Send
a current résumé, cover letter summarizing your educational background and work
experience, contact information for three references, and two to four writing
samples by email to: Dr. Kim Kroll, assoc_dir@sare.org.
Phone number: 301-504-5199. Deadline for applications: June 27, 2008.
May 16, 2008
Job Opportunity at CitySeed, New Haven, CT
The Assistant Director is a new, full-time position at CitySeed, a
dynamic, entrepreneurial,
community-based non-profit entering its fifth year. CitySeed seeks to grow an
equitable, local
food system that promotes economic development, community development and
sustainable
agriculture. This new,
executive-level position will: 1. focus on organizing and
prioritizing work related to fundraising, organizational development,
communications, constituent relations and office management and 2.
provide the necessary leadership for CitySeed to take advantage of exciting
opportunities in the scope of its projects and programs.
Click here for more details and to download a complete
description.
Marketing and Business Assistance, Barre VT
Exciting opportunity to work on-site within the new
community kitchen at LACE in downtown Barre City providing technical assistance
to start-up and expanding food and agricultural businesses. This position will
provide assistance as needed including sales techniques, marketing, production,
pricing, referrals to business counseling and planning assistance, advocacy,
coordination of food production technical assistance, and project
marketing. The successful candidate will have a B.A. or equivalent;
experience with operating or managing a microenterprise or small business,
especially in retail sales and/or in the food or agricultural sectors; ability
to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; experience with counseling
and/or training adults; a strong commitment to local foods; demonstrated
sensitivity to the challenges faced by low-income people; working knowledge of
MS Office products; and reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, a
home telephone, and be able to work a flexible schedule. This is a full-time
position with a generous benefit package. The position will be available
until filled. Respond with letter and resume ASAP to:
Central Vermont Community Action
Human Resources
195 US RT 302—Berlin
Barre, VT 05641
May 12, 2008
Americorps VISTA in New York City
Just Food is happy to announce that we are currently
accepting applications for the following one year Americorps
VISTA positions to begin this summer in
Development Associate
Help Just Food’s fundraising efforts: researching
prospective donors, assisting with donor relations and events, and preparing
promotional material.
Greenmarket EBT Project Outreach Associate
Promote and publicize Food Stamp use at markets--develop
publicity materials, identify and recruit community partners, educate community
groups and the public about local food and EBT use at markets.
Malcolm X Blvd Community Farmers Market Coordinator
Help Brooklyn Rescue Mission and Just Food start a
farmers market to provide the Bedford-Stuyvesant neighborhood with much needed
fresh, locally grown fruit and vegetables.
Assist with the formation of local Youth Food and Fitness Coalitions, guide
Youth in developing their policy platform and agenda as it relates to food and
fitness and coordinate citywide Youth Food and Fitness Coalition meetings.
For more detailed descriptions of the positions and
for instructions on how to apply please see our website www.justfood.org/jobs
If you have further questions please contact:
Charlotte Simon
Just Food
(212) 645-9880 x238
Design Course Teacher Assistant
At: The 6th Annual
Summer Institute in Sustainable Living Permaculture Design Course
Sirius Community, Shutesbury, Massachusetts
June 28 through July 19
Were looking for one person as support staff throughout this 3-week
Permaculture Design Course and Practicum.
Qualifications:
• Design course certificate or equivalent experience
• Called to serve both staff and participants
In trade for room, board, and 3 weeks of engaged experience in permaculture
design + direct educational action, the Teacher Assistant’s Role is:
• Help create ease during a very inspiring and exciting course
• Help meet student needs thru interface with Sirius community (event
coordinators & kitchen coordinators)
• Help set up and take down hands-on exercises
• Assist in communication amongst teaching team, host site, and participants
• Build community between participants, teaching team, and everyone at Sirius
Community
This is an awesome opportunity to hone your understanding of design process,
both in the physical landscape and as it applies to our human and educational landscape.
The design of the course itself is focused on 'permaculturalizing' the
tradtional Permaculture Design Certification, and is an awesome + fun example
of permaculture principles in action.
Teaching Staff for the course are Jono Neiger, Kay Cafasso, and Ethan Roland
If you are interested please contact Jono Neiger: 413.367.2304, jononeiger@earthlink.net
May 9, 2008
ORGANIC AGRICULTURE EDUCATOR/COORDINATOR
LOCATION:
Green Bay Campus with District wide responsibilities
ANTICIPATED START DATE: August 4, 2008
SALARY:
Based on a full-time, 180-day contract obligation, minimum starting
salary is $44,937 for a Bachelor's degree and minimum experience. Maximum salary is $63,929 for a Master's
degree and appropriate experience (07-08 rates). Indexed salary table.
POSITION REPORTS TO: Associate Dean, Trades and Technical
This position is customer-focused and will require
flexible scheduling and/or delivery to meet customer needs.
Application available on website: www.nwtc.edu
<http://www.nwtc.edu/> Contact information: Northeast Wisconsin Technical College, Human
Resources, 2740 West Mason Street, PO Box 19042, Green Bay, WI 54307-9042. E-mail address: hr@nwtc.edu <mailto:hr@nwtc.edu>
Please note, applications received by 4:00 PM, on
Monday, May 19, 2008, may be given first consideration.
May 1, 2008
Administrative Program Coordinator – Institute for
Natural Learning
Location: Brattleboro,
VT
Time Commitment: Part time (16 hours/week)
Start date: June 30, 2008 or when position is filled
The Institute for Natural Learning is a for-profit,
sole-proprietorship. The mission of the Institute for Natural Learning is
to connect each one of us to our gifts and purpose in life, our intimate
relationship with the land, and our ancient blueprint for cultural
mentoring. Through these practices we can design a regenerative, healthy,
vibrant, and fun community for ourselves, our children, and the future
generations.
The Institute currently offers and organizes (1)
Place-based, experiential youth nature programs (2) Wilderness Rites of Passage
for Waldorf schools (3) the Community Nature Awareness Program, an 8-weekend
workshop series for adults on nature awareness, community and leadership
training (4) an Intensive Leadership Program (Apprenticeship training in all of
the above programs) (5) Permaculture and Cultural Mentoring collaborative
design course (6) Strategic planning and networking with local, regional
and national wilderness schools and sustainability education initiatives (7) Individual,
community and corporate consulting on experiential sustainability education and
the leadership journey.
This is a part-time, year-round position with a
flexible schedule and hourly rate depending on experience. The
Administrative Program Coordinator works under Mark Morey, the founder of the
Institute for Natural Learning. This is an excellent opportunity for
someone who wants to make a concrete contribution to regional and national
initiatives in regenerative cultural mentoring and sustainability education.
To apply, please reply with a concise letter (resume
optional) to info[at]IfNaturalLearning.com
describing:
1.
Your
experience with wilderness/nature programs for youth and adults
2.
Your
office experience and qualifications
3.
Your
reason for applying
4.
A
proposal for your hourly wage/compensation range
We will begin interviewing beginning now until June
30, 2008 or until position is filled.
This job description is also
listed at
http://www.wiserearth.org/job/view/65d64ee4d31c7a61cc1bb95f85226ab3
Student Environmental Action Coalition (SEAC)
*Appalachian*
*Organizer*
SEAC is looking for someone who has demonstrated commitment to working for
justice and anti-oppression, as well as a self motivated person with strong
initiative. Experience working with youth is a must. Knowledge or the
willingness to build knowledge of the histories of resistance in Appalachia
is important; priority will be given to applicants who have lived or worked
in Appalachia -- though this is not required. Technical understanding of the
social, environmental, cultural and political effects of mountaintop
removal, different forms of coal mining and the myriad impacts of coal on
communities should be attained. Must have ability to travel.
*How to Apply: *
Application will be accepted on a rolling basis, priority given to
applications before May 1st. Please send resume and cover letter to
dana@seac.org or call 415 606 3953.
*Details of the position:*
This will be a full time position. Compensation will be between $18,500 and
24,000 a year. It is expected that two days a week and some holidays will be
non-work personal days. It is expected that the organizer take at least
three weeks and no more than 6 weeks of days off per year. SEAC is building
the long term power of the environmental justice movement and folks will be
unable to do this if they burnout, go really insane, or sell their soul to
corporate amerika, which is the same thing as going insane. This position
will begin in May-June 2008.
Dana Kuhnline
515 Maxwell Apt. A
Charleston WV 25311
Cell: (415) 606-3953
SEAC Organizer
Student Environmental Action Coalition
dana@seac.org
www.seac.org
April 29, 2008
Campus Sustainability
Director at UMass Dartmouth
See: http://www.umassd.edu/hr/dir_camp_comm_sust.cfm
Marketing
and Communications Manager, Stone Barns Center for Food and Agriculture,
Director
of Development,
The Director is responsible for
all fundraising programs for
Executive
Director,
Waltham Fields Community Farm
promotes local agriculture through growing and distribution practices that are
socially, ecologically, and economically sustainable. We forge relationships
between people, their food supply, and the land from which it grows. The
Executive Director (ED) has overall responsibility for implementing the goals
of Waltham Fields Community Farm as expressed in its mission and strategic
plan. The ED works closely with the staff and the Board of Directors, as well
as with partner agencies, donors, and the local community in general. He or she
is responsible for fundraising, drafting and implementing the annual budget,
and conducting the financial and administrative activities of the organization.
Last day to apply: May 11, 2008 For more info,
see: http://www.idealist.org/en/job/269208-262
Multiple
openings, Greater Boston Food Bank,
The Greater Boston Food Bank is
the largest hunger-relief organization in
MULTIPLE JOB OPENINGS, THE FOOD
TRUST,
The Food Trust is a nationally
recognized nonprofit organization improving the supply of affordable food and
good nutrition in the mid-Atlantic region. The mission of The Food Trust is to
ensure that everyone has access to affordable, nutritious food. For more info,
see: http://www.thefoodtrust.org/php/about/jobs.php
MULTIPLE JOB OPENINGS,
FoodChange (formerly known as the
April 21, 2008
SUMMER FIELD JOB with UMass Extension
Assist in Field Studies of Biological Control
For UMass Extension Vegetable Program
Project focuses on Integrated Pest Management in sweet corn and peppers using
biological control for a key pest. Responsibilities include visiting
cooperating farms that grow sweet corn and peppers, throughout the season. This
will include weekly monitoring of insect traps and fields, assisting in the
release of beneficial insects, and communicating with growers. Other
responsibilities include assisting with field research experiments at the South
Deerfield Crops Research and Education Center (including setting up plots,
weeding, and collecting data according to experimental protocols). Perform
other duties in support of Extension educational programs and applied research,
as needed.
Qualifications: Excellent communication skills, ability to work independently
and as part of a team. Must be comfortable with physical labor and with working
outdoors. Interest in agricultural systems and field biology and ability to
learn and follow experimental methods in the field. MA driver’s license and
ability to drive a manual transmission are required. A private vehicle will
sometimes be needed for transportation to the Research Farm.
Start date: Middle to end of May
End date: End of August with the possibility for part time work in the fall.
Rate: $10/hr
Send Resume and Cover Letter to Amanda Brown
Ag. Engineering Building
Room 111
413-577-3976
Or email to: aduphily@ent.umass.edu
Sustainable Agriculture Grants Coordinator
The Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education program seeks a full-time staff person to coordinate, promote, and oversee the administration of its Farmer Grants, Community Grants, and Partnership grants. Tasks include outreach to the agricultural community in the 12 Northeast states, coordinating proposal review, tracking funded projects, and developing