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M&F Talent has a client in soilless substrates that is looking to hire a new Account Manager for Western Canada. Our client is on the cutting-edge if the hydroponic industry, with products that greatly improve the efficiency of modern crop production. They are internationally known, with a developed customer-base in controlled environment agriculture, vertical farming, greenhouse growing, and cannabis cultivation.  The ideal candidate for this role has experience with outside sales in the horticulture / hydroponics industry and is motivated to expand their footprint in this emergent market. Location: Western Canada (British Columbia or Alberta) Responsibilities: Report directly to the Sales Manager. Make sales action plans for his/her areas of responsibility and customer base, based on formulated strategic goals and market approaches. Previous focus on direct-selling to large-scale growers, including the ability to sell directly to Senior Executives Build up and maintain good and effective relations with current and future customers (retailers and commercial growers), distributors, and important industry influencers. Keep the CRM system continuously updated in line with any relevant developments in this area. Keep market, company, and technical knowledge updated and give proactive feedback to the company regarding new developments, such as impending threats and opportunities Sell the company's products and services using technical, organizational, and customer/market knowledge to influence customers and assist them in applying the products/services to their needs, resulting in revenue generation. Actively contribute towards a variety of projects, trade shows, internal workshops, and other team initiatives.  Qualifications: BA Degree in Business or similar field. 3 years of outside sales experience. 2 years of experience working horticultural markets. Previous experience selling products to the cannabis industry (growers) is strongly preferred Familiarity with CRM platforms. Highly organized. Trustworthy and able to work independently. Ability to continuously learn and adapt to the needs and wishes of the customer and marketplace. Be able to advise the best products and solutions and clearly indicate the added value (good knowledge of products, ability to make calculations on technical situations). Ability to develop and deliver targeted, well-informed presentations. Drive to maintain a professional appearance and provide a positive company image to the public. Readiness to adapt to internal and external changes; flexibility as needed. Willingness to travel (U.S. and Canada). Living in close proximity to an airport is preferred Can pass a criminal background check. Possess a valid state driver’s license and passport.  

Title : Wilderness Fellow Reports To: SWS National Program Director Classification : Hourly Location : 2 Positions are available, located in the following: Rhinelander, Wisconsin and Lake City, Florida. Duration : Wisconsin: September 16, 2019 – March 9, 2020; Florida: September 16, 2019 – June 19, 2020 Time : Full Time, Seasonal Salary : $600 weekly stipend Benefits : 1 earned personal day per month (vacation is not eligible to be cashed out at any time) and federal holidays; Forest Service housing provided or a monthly housing stipend will be provided. Closing Date : August 23rd, 2019   Partners The Society for Wilderness Stewardship (SWS) is a non-profit organization seeking to promote excellence in the professional practice of wilderness stewardship, science, and education to ensure the life-sustaining benefits of wilderness.  In other words, we are a professional society working to set the standard for wilderness management.  The Aldo Leopold Wilderness Research Institute (Leopold) is dedicated to the development and dissemination of knowledge needed to improve management of wilderness, parks, and similarly protected areas.  Leopold was established in 1993 under the Rocky Mountain Research Station and has been the wilderness research arm of federal agencies ever since.  The Institute operates under an interagency agreement among the federal agencies that have wilderness management or research responsibility – the Bureau of Land Management, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Forest Service, National Park Service, and the U.S. Geological Survey. The U.S. Forest Service (USFS) was founded by President Theodore Roosevelt in 1905, and today oversees 445 wilderness areas, or 33% of the National Wilderness Preservation System.  Inaugural Chief of the USFS, Gifford Pinchot, stated that the USFS existed to “provide the greatest amount of good for the greatest amount of people in the long run.”   Program Overview The Wilderness Fellows Program is a collaborative of the three organizations above, and was created in order to complete Wilderness Character Baseline Assessments, thereby continuing important assessment work that has been underway since 2001, and fulfilling the USFS Wilderness Stewardship Performance (WSP) element “Wilderness Character Baseline”.  The Wilderness Character Baseline requires that steps be made to determine a baseline and provide the foundation for evaluating trends in wilderness character.  These trends indicate the outcome of management actions and success at ‘preserving wilderness character’ as directed by the Wilderness Act. As stated in Keeping It Wild 2: An Updated Interagency Strategy to Monitor Trends in Wilderness Character Across the National Wilderness Preservation System (Landres et. al, 2015), “the results of wilderness character monitoring provide [agency staff who manage wilderness day-to-day, and regional and national staff who develop wilderness policy and assess its effectiveness] some of the key data they need to improve wilderness stewardship and wilderness policy.”  The report goes on to say that, “Implementing this monitoring strategy does not guarantee the preservation of wilderness character, but it informs and improves wilderness stewardship, and ensures managers are accountable to the central mandate of the 1964 Wilderness act – to preserve wilderness character.” In 2001, the USFS Wilderness Monitoring Committee developed the first national framework for Wilderness Character Monitoring (WCM).  Progression was attained by the USFS in 2006 with WCM pilot testing occurring in every FS region, the publication of the Applying the Concept of Wilderness Character to National Forest Planning, Monitoring and Management in 2008, and the 2009 distribution of the Technical Guide for Monitoring Selected Conditions Related to Wilderness Character .   The USFS and Leopold now stand at the brink of publishing the second generation Technical Guide (expected June 2019), a tool that promises to advance WCM across the nation.  Wilderness Fellows will apply the tools in the Technical Guide to carry out wilderness character baseline assessments.  Fellows will complete base level work for numerous wilderness areas that will inform future targeted assessments.   Position Overview The Wilderness Fellow Program is seeking qualified candidates to fill Wilderness Fellow positions.  Fellows are based in locations around the country, with a significant amount of travel within their base region.   Work is roughly 80% office based and 20% field-based, and is performed at USFS offices to directly support the goals of a collaborative wilderness character monitoring initiative currently underway in the USFS.   Primary Wilderness Fellow Responsibilities Attend one-week training in Granby, Colorado (travel provided). Work out of remote USFS locations, residing in USFS housing. Coordinate meetings with USFS resource specialists and line officers to gather information regarding wilderness character. Research, compile and analyze legislative and administrative historical data per wilderness area. Travel to and into wilderness areas. Compile and analyze data for selected monitoring indicators and complete components of a baseline assessment for wilderness character monitoring. Implement inventory and monitoring strategies for tracking wilderness character. Participate in weekly conference calls. Set and meet benchmarks and deadlines for data collection, meetings, and draft and final reports. Create a narrative report for each wilderness area worked in.   Key Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a related field, Master’s degree preferred. Educational background in Wilderness Management, Protected Area/Natural Resource Management, Recreation Resource Management, Conservation Social Science, Environmental Policy, Natural, Biological and/or Physical Science. Deep interest in wilderness/resource management and the U.S. Forest Service. Outstanding written and oral communication skills. Research skill and attention to detail and organization. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively on projects, high degree of initiative. Understanding and ability to use GIS is a plus. Results-oriented with the ability to set and follow realistic goals and objectives. Flexibility to adapt when faced with changing needs and priorities. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, comfort with technology. Ability to travel to training and remote field locations (travel provided), and to relocate if necessary (assistance not provided).   To Apply: E-mail a resume, cover letter, a one-to-two page writing sample, and three professional or academic references to Heather MacSlarrow at: hiringmanager@wildernessstewardship.org Essential Functions: Employee may be required to sit, stand, and lift objects up to 50 lbs.  Employee may be required to travel and camp in the backcountry, and to drive or fly to remote project locations.  The Society for Wilderness Stewardship is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status. Find the full job posting here

J. Mendoza Gardens (JMG) is a design/build landscape architecture firm that provides solutions to projects of all scales. Our work ranges from city roof tops to large scale, multilevel mixed use developments. We consistently strive to utilize diverse plant palettes within site-specific designs. Every project tries to balance restrictive weight allowances, climate variations and regulatory hurdles while paying strong attention to color, texture and composition. JMG is seeking a self-motivated leader with a minimum of 5+ years experience in an urban environment. Our ideal candidate must possess extensive design and construction management experience, in a supervisory capacity, as well as detailed construction documentation skills.  Potential incumbents will be involved in initiating inventory and analysis, leading design development phasing, including authoring design and construction proposals/bids for projects of varying scales and coordinating with our in-house construction division and our team of sub-contractors. Excellent written, verbal and graphic communication skills are essential. Additional experience in cost estimating, construction administration or horticulture is a plus. The ideal candidate has a strong eye for form & composition, detail oriented, solution driven individual who possesses knowledge related to the design and construction of landscape elements utilized in rooftop garden and on-grade construction. Selected candidate will work directly with principals, clients, plant purchasers and junior designers in the design, detailing and coordination of numerous projects. Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe CS, Microsoft Office Suite are required. A working knowledge of Rhino 3D & V-Ray is highly desired. Education requirements: Applicants must hold a Bachelor and/or Master’s degree in landscape architecture from an accredited program. Professional registration in New York State is highly desired. Experienced plantsmanship is a plus Please provide resume/cv in pdf format and a digital portfolio of selected works.

M&F Talent has a client in hydroponics products / nutrients that is looking to expand their footprint in Southern California. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years’ experience calling on Hydroponic stores. The Territory Manager will drive sales for nutrient-based products in the Southern California market by promoting product sales through retail channels (Hydro stores), establishing and maintaining relationships with commercial cannabis cultivators, and by working with distributor partners to facilitate orders.  The Territory Manager will be responsible for executing a sales and marketing plan, which will include travel for in-person visits, as well as representing our client at cannabis / hydro industry events. Candidate will provide outstanding customer service to retailers and growers, as well as represent our client in a professional manner.  Social media presence is a must.   Location: Southern California   Responsibilities: Provide outstanding customer service to hydroponic retailers, distributors and end-users Overnight travel to attend industry events, build relationships at store level and expand brand awareness Introduce and demonstrate new products Conduct training sessions with store staff members Build and maintain creative and strategic merchandising displays at store level Generate social media content through industry events and customer interaction Complete all reporting in a timely basis Provide weekly call reports, recapping your activities and successes for the week along with competitive market conditions and customer feedback Maintain solid customer relationships by promptly addressing questions and concerns Work effectively and relate well with others exhibiting a professional manner while striving to maintain constructive working relationships  Qualifications: Knowledge of hydroponic, indoor and traditional/mainstream growing systems, gardening practices and methods Strong customer service skills, communication and interpersonal skills Demonstrated team player and effective leadership skills Valid driver's License Self-starters a must  Should have built-in contacts in the hydroponics and commercial cannabis cultivation industry Understand how to make sales via distributors, direct to store, and or direct to farms Be willing to travel in territory, and to trade shows and other events, as needed Be willing to take direction, and report progress back to the main office, if / when needed  Be organized with calendar and notes for CRM platform (Highrise Base Camp)   

M&F Talent has a client in horticultural lighting that is looking to hire a Director of Engineering and Product Management. This individual will lead the company engineering team in the design, development and enhancement of horticultural LED lighting products. The ideal candidate will have a developed background in LED lighting design and manufacturing.  The Director of Engineering and Product Management will have high visibility to the executive team and will frequently deliver presentations to cross-functional audiences including executive team, board group, distributors partners, and end-users. The role requires the explanation of technical features of lighting products into tangible benefits for customers. Technical and communication skills are most critical, along with the ability to build a strong, committed engineering team.  Previous management experience is essential.   Location: Texas Responsibilities: Develop the engineering team, including the hiring and training of the staff for the department. Manage a group of engineers, technicians, and support staff to provide product design and development, compliance, and sustaining activities as well as act as the designer of critical sub-systems. Work closely with customers, sales, and marketing to become the technical product expert. Play the key role in driving technical product advancements by creating specifications and marketing materials that clearly explain the value we are delivering. Carefully monitor horticulture tech development trends and cutting-edge technologies of LED lighting industry. Manage the LED Fixture and Controls portfolio and product roadmap to create a leadership position in product efficiency, cost, and output for multiple form factors and applications. Contribute regularly to the design efforts of the engineering team. Lead and motivate cross-functional teams to develop and design products, as well as bring them to market on time, on budget, and at the highest possible and best-in-class quality standards. Make new product development plan based on input from leadership, sales, and market research reports. Participate in technical product testing to assess performance characteristics. Manage the changing priorities of product development to meet sales goals. Prepare new product project proposals and detailed information sheets. Work close on R&D, while teaming with purchasing and production departments to ensure the launch and scale of new products is successful on the first pass. Develop recommendations for pricing based off product contribution and targets, product forecasts, and how those contribute to the greater product line and category. Monitor light fixture supply chain and track how engineering choices impact costs and supply strategies. Be the internal and external expert in designated product line, while being able to show and articulate product benefits to partners, industry writers/editors and always be the champion for designated products. Be the go-to-market champion for new product introductions, which includes engaging and organizing the entire organization at some level to help successfully introduce new products. Work closely with in marketing and engineering on product assets and campaigns, which includes briefing needs, contributing/consulting to creative process, reviewing and approving product collateral and maintaining an executable plan. Hit market launch dates without compromise on quality. Travel up 20% for customer visits, industry events, etc.   Qualifications: S. degree in Electrical Engineering (MSEE preferred). Three years of experience in a leadership role. Five of experience in LED lighting product management, knowledge and experience in industrial and commercial LED fixtures is preferred as well as having the ability to understand and interpret relevant engineering drawings and technical documents. Experience with product launches, product management, and problem solving. Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and DFM process. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with varied scope and complexity. Experience and understanding of wireless lighting control systems and concepts and how they impact fixture design. Ability to create innovative concepts and products through the design process while recognizing the influences from manufacturing, sales, cost and timing. Demonstrated ability to lead, guide, coach, mentor, and train team members. Proven project management skills.  

Strategic Energy Innovations (SEI) is seeking an Associate Program Manager to grow and manage our work in Education, Green Workforce and Sustainable Communities, with an emphasis in partner relationship development and fundraising in addition to program management.  This work will be focused on fundraising for our School of Environmental Leadership (TheSEL.org) and across our K-12 science and environmental literacy education efforts. This position requires a multitasker who is excited to lead and support a variety of our team’s work. This is a full-time regular position based out of our main office staff in San Rafael, CA. Typical working hours are Monday-Friday, includes travel and field support, and requires flexibility for occasional evening and weekend work. Target start date is as soon as possible. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. ABOUT SEI SEI is a non-profit organization based in San Rafael, Marin County with a 20+ year track record of designing and facilitating high-impact sustainability initiatives. SEI is committed to building leaders who drive climate solutions. We achieve this goal by partnering with community groups that are integral to local climate and energy solutions, such as K-12 education institutions, colleges and universities, housing providers and municipal governments through funding from diverse federal, state, municipal, and foundation sources. Our staff works closely in a team-oriented environment supporting each other on projects and creatively developing new models and approaches. We're looking for a resourceful individual to join our team who enjoys fundraising for and leading multiple concurrent projects and has the ambition to grow with our organization. More details on our programs and services can be found at: http://www.seiinc.org http://www.thesel.org http://www.energizeschools.org http://www.climate - org http://www.energizecolleges.org RESPONSIBILITIES The Associate Program Manager (APM) reports to and supports the activities of SEI’s Executive Director and other program directors and managers, in addition to leading programs of their own. Ideally, this candidate will provide fundraising expertise to improve our broad portfolio of development efforts.  We are looking for candidates who can work comfortably and professionally with a diverse set of colleagues, partners, clients and program participants, that include: K-12 administrators, teachers and students, operations staff, young professionals, community stakeholders, financial and technical service providers, and funders. The APM will be involved in all phases of projects, from design and fundraising, to planning, implementation, evaluation and reporting. This team member will manage staff and external partners contributing to their programs, providing appropriate direction, support, mentoring and supervision.  Responsibilities include:  Lead our SEL replication efforts along with our K-12 partner development and fundraising efforts, while supporting peers to fundraise in other areas of our organization.  Lead the management of programs focused on our efforts within the K-12 education and project-based learning initiatives, which leverages the school campus holistically as a living learning laboratory.   Assist with all aspects of our education projects and programs, including grant/proposal writing, school partner outreach and recruiting, curriculum development, teacher training, instructional planning, direct instruction, staff supervision and mentorship, evaluation, and reporting. Establish and expand strategic contacts and our agency’s reputation as an innovator, expert and thought partner by representing the organization externally at select conferences, workshops, meetings and events.  QUALIFICATIONS Master’s degree in a business or environmental discipline. A Bachelor’s degree may be considered in cases where applicant can demonstrate relevant job or equivalent master’s level experience with an increasing degree of scope and responsibility. Track record of successful fundraising efforts, leading and growing a body of work through with timely fulfilment of associated tasks & deliverables. Understanding of the organizational mechanisms of school districts, elementary schools, and educational funders highly desired. Broad understanding of sustainability, climate change, energy efficiency and clean energy concepts and topics, evidenced by experience teaching these subjects, work in these fields and/or pursuit of additional coursework, seminars and professional certifications. Evidence of strong verbal and written communication, analytical and organizational skills. Experience and ease developing relationships and skilfully working with colleagues, partners, clients, and constituents. Prior people management, mentoring and supervision experience and aptitude, including ability to convey direction in a positive, constructive and succinct manner. Aptitude for interpersonal rapport building and working collaboratively with others. Experience with coaching emerging teachers highly desired. Exceptional time management and organizational skills and ability to self-manage and follow through to ably and reliably meet multiple, concurrent deadlines. Strong experience with and interest in various information technologies along with competency across the Microsoft suite of office automation software (e.g.: MS Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.). Aptitude to quickly learn industry or project specific software. Ability to work under direct supervision, collaboratively in teams/ partners, or independently. Ideally, possess an understanding of educational pedagogy and standards (including the Next Generation of Science Standard), along with experience delivering curriculum and/or training content. Valid drivers’ license and access to a reliable vehicle.  COMPENSATION  SEI offers a competitive starting salary for this position of $63K to $68K plus company paid medical benefits.   PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS This position requires applicants to perform the following tasks: Read/comprehend, write, perform calculations, communicate orally, reason and analyze, use fine finger movements, use a computer and mouse, sit, stand, walk, drive a motorized vehicle, carry and/or lift up to 40 pounds, reach above shoulder level, bend, squat, crouch, kneel, push/pull, grasp.  APPLY TO Qualified applicants should email a resume and cover letter describing how their interest, qualifications, and experience are a perfect match for this position, to Strategic Energy Innovations at jobs555@seiinc.org  Please include “Associate Program Manager” in the subject line of your email. No phone calls please.  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.