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Are you an environmental student or searching for an environmental research opportunity? If yes, consider creating a GP Account and becoming a Researcher by posting profiles of environmental concepts and environmental projects. A GP account allows you to get paid for posting profiles of environmental concepts and environmental projects. You will earn 100% of the ad revenue generated by the profiles that you post. (You will need to tell GP that you would like to be paid for posting profiles and the profiles must be viewed in non-ad blocking browsers to earn revenue.) You will need to share the profiles that you post to increase your earning power. A new "Researcher" title is a valuable asset for enhancing your resume and LinkedIn profile. You can become a Researcher by creating a GP Account and posting Environmental Concept Profiles and Environmental Project Profiles .

Are you a natural leader? Are you passionate about teaching and using school gardens as a learning laboratory for science education and environmental literacy for elementary-aged kids? Are you committed to public service? We’re looking for people who share these passions to join our growing science-and-sustainability service Corps.   Climate Corps Education Outside (CCEO) is an AmeriCorps Fellowship program that offers emerging science and climate protection educators and leaders unparalleled professional development and training as they drive cutting-edge environmental solutions and advance science education in public schools, outdoors. We transform school gardens into lush, living laboratories. Climate Corps Education Outside engages a service corps of emerging leaders who serve full-time at a Bay Area public elementary school to bring nature and science directly into the hands of thousands of students.  This position starts in early January and will go through the end of the 2019-20 school year.  As a Climate Corps Education Outside Fellow you will: Commit to serve 675 hours during part of the academic year in a Bay Area school, with the option to extend for another full academic year.* Participate in the biweekly CCEO professional development program with a cohort of emerging education and sustainability professionals. Teach and plan ecoliteracy lessons for high needs students in the Bay Area that center around ecoliteracy and science activation.  Cultivate a garden space and green schoolyard to promote urban students’ connection to the environment and nature. Activate community and volunteer power to develop lush outdoor classrooms and benefit student learning.  Identify and fulfill one fundraising opportunity to promote the continuation of garden programming at a school site.  Basic Eligibility Fellows must: Have ability to work in the US Be 17 years old or older Pass state criminal and FBI background checks Be negative for tuberculosis Be able and willing to commit to at least one academic year* Additional Qualifications: A commitment to Climate Corps Education Outside’s mission and vision College degree or equivalent experience Experience prioritizing and managing projects Experience teaching and working with groups of students (especially ages 5-12) outdoors Experience working with children and adults from diverse backgrounds Experience with gardening or farming The ability to thrive in an environment characterized by significant growth, ambiguity, and constant change The ability to self-direct and successfully juggle many tasks at once, shifting from one situation or task to another fluidly Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills Comfort speaking in front of students and working with groups Ability to be responsive to email, phone calls, and other means of communication Competency in Spanish or Chinese is a plus, but not required   *Second term is contingent on school site fit and continuation of program funding Compensation You will receive a living allowance stipend of $2,115 per month and a maximum end of program education award of $2,360 per service term. Additional Benefits Kaiser health care coverage. Student loan forbearance qualification. Bi-monthly professional training. For the complete position listing, please visit www.climate-corps.org/education-outside.html SEI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to reflect the diverse communities we serve, especially those most impacted by climate change and other kinds of environmental, social, and economic injustices. Persons of color, persons with disabilities, older adults, and members of the LGBTQ community are strongly encouraged to apply. Keywords: environmental education, community outreach, climate change resiliency, gardening, outdoor learning, science education, environmental literacy, garden educator, nonprofit

BEING AGE 55 OR OLDER IS GOOD FOR THE ENVIRONMENT! The Senior Environmental Employment (SEE) Program offers unique opportunities in Scientific, Technical, and Administrative / Office support for individuals age 55 and over to support the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) through a grant administered program through National Older Worker Career Center (NOWCC). This is a unique program where your talents, expertise and experience will truly be valued. The EPA provides a wonderful work atmosphere, and you'll be working side-by-side with EPA staff that are doing important work every day. Environmental Scientist or Engineer Participates in the implementation of the under the Chemical Accident Prevention Activities under Section 112 (r) of the Clean Air Act and General Duty and the Chemical Emergency Preparedness & Prevention under the Emergency Planning & Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) Duties: Conducts enforcement inspections under EPCRA and CAA 112 (r)   40% Provides enforcement case development support (such as preparing documents on factual matters, preparing drafts of enforcement case developments (e.g. memos, letters) for review and editing by Agency staff, research industry standards, collect and summarizes records (such as Secretary of State filings) and maintaining inspection files for deliverables. Additional duties include data analysis, data entry and enforcement activities tracking.   50% Provides technical assistance and outreach for CAA 112 (r) program   10% Other: Overnight travel: 25 days per year Air travel anticipated: 1-3 trips per year Rental cars: 15 + days per year or as needed Health Safety Training: 40 hours Safety and Health training + 8 hours annual refresher Health and Safety Considerations: 40 hours safety and health training is a prerequisite for the position. EPA provides the 8 hour annual refresher SEE will participate in on-site inspect of facilities which utilizes toxic & hazardous substance Based on which facilities utilizing specific toxic chemicals are inspected, a specific toxic chemical monitoring would be required. Required Safety Gear: Safety hard hat, hat glasses with side shields, steel toed boots, chemical resistant gloves and fire resistant coverall Qualifications: BA/BS Degree in Chemistry/Biology or Engineering OR Minimum of 10 year(s) of experience in chemical related manufacturing, sales or distribution Previously completed training in chemical management, environmental, health or safety chemical/biological research or analysis strong writing and organizational skills plus proficiency in data analysis and tracking software Experience required with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Fax, Copying Machine, Multiple Phone Lines, Scanner digital camera Pay rate: $12.72 per hour This is the maximum amount budgeted through the grants to support this program. Benefits:  Paid Health Insurance Premium, 3 weeks Paid Vacation, 12 Paid Sick Days, 10 Paid Federal Holidays, 1 Personal Holiday, Optional Vision and Dental Insurance is available. Hours Per Week : 40  Location:  US EPA Region 1,  Boston, MA 02109 NOWCC is proud to administer the recruitment/enrollment process for this experienced worker grant program through the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). To qualify for this program, applicants must be 55 years or older. Wages in this program are not meant to compete with private, public or government sector wages but are designed for individuals who wish to remain active in the workforce and contribute to the vital work of the federal government. More information can be found at www.nowcc.org/see-program . If this is the right opportunity for you, we'd love to have you. To be considered for this position, please complete each of the following steps: Complete Application - Required Upload Resume - Required Upload Cover Letter - Optional For more information and to submit your application, click on the link below:  https://nowcc.acquiretm.com/job_details_clean.aspx?ID=2290&source=GreenJobs.com

BEING AGE 55 OR OLDER IS GOOD FOR THE ENVIRONMENT! The Senior Environmental Employment (SEE) Program offers unique opportunities in Administrative / Office support for individuals age 55 and over to support the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) through a grant administered by the National Older Worker Career Center (NOWCC). This is a unique program where your talents, expertise and experience will truly be valued.  The EPA provides a wonderful work atmosphere, a state-of-the-art building, all work travel and training is paid for, and you'll be working side-by-side with EPA staff that are out doing important work every day.  If this is the right opportunity for you, we'd love to have you. Senior Administrative Support - Level 4 Duties: Support the Federal Facilities and Site Cleanup Branch in high level functions, records and data base management. This will include preparing documents for release under Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), time keeping, making travel arrangements and records management. Review information contained in incoming Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests. Work with management and staff, including the Office of Regional Counsel, to locate and review documents that are responsive to FOIA requests. Assemble and prepare FOIA packages for final review by staff and management.    25% Prepare Travel Authorizations and Travel Vouchers for Assistant Director, Section Chiefs and staff in the Superfund Division; ensure that applicable travel policies and requirements are met.    25% Review and evaluate People Plus leave reports and data for accuracy, for compliance with requirements and for completeness. Follow up with branch managers for corrective actions, as applicable.    20% Provide technical support for data input into enforcement tracking databases, such as the Integrated Compliance Information System (ICIS). Work with management and staff to ensure information in the systems is up-to-date and accurate. Modify or arrange to have information modified to current and accurate status as necessary.    10% Plan, coordinate, and execute events within the Superfund Division, including assisting with development of PowerPoint presentations, materials for distribution, and other duties as assigned for the events.   10% Assist with the Superfund Divisions records management effort including evaluating options and making recommendations for records management implementation in the Division. Assist with scanning of documents and files, archiving documents according to appropriate regulations, etc.    5% Compile, modify, edit and review for accuracy the weekly SFD9 branch report.   5% Other: Training to familiarize the grantee with data base systems and processes unique to EPA Region 9. Qualifications: BA/BS Degree in Business Management or related OR Minimum of 10 years of experience in Providing technical support in a professional office environment. Experience required with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Fax, Scanner Pay and Benefits: Pay rate:  $15.59 per hour This is the maximum amount budgeted through the grants to support this program. Benefits:  3 weeks Paid Vacation, 12 Paid Sick Days, All Federal Holidays Paid, 1 Personal Holiday, Paid Health Insurance Premium, Vision and Dental Insurance is available Hours Per Week : 32-40  Location:  EPA Region 9, San Francisco, CA 94105 Job ID: SCA-511 Must be 55 years of age or older to be eligible for this grant-administered program through NOWCC.   More information can be found at www.NOWCC.org. For more information and to submit your application: https://nowcc.acquiretm.com/job_details_clean.aspx?ID=2641&source=GreenJobs.com'