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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

M&F Talent is working with a client in the cultivation/ hydro growing media & technology field that is looking to onboard a new Account Manager for Northern California. Our client is internationally established in the hydroponics and horticulture industries. They offer cutting-edge solutions for modern horticulture operations. Our client’s product base includes growing media that is used in hydroponic growing systems and plant propagation.  They also offer software, dosing systems, and other tools used by growers in controlled environment agriculture and cannabis industries. Location: Northern California   Responsibilities: Report directly to the Regional Sales Manager of the Western US Generate sales through developing and maintaining key relationship Focus business development efforts on distributors, growers, and consultants in California Investigate and manage sales efforts in given territory Develop relationships with retail customers and commercial growers Follow team sales plans to delivery budgeted figures Work independently to achieve company objectives Manage Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software Stay organized and report progress to management Communicate benefits of the product to hydroponic retail stores Discuss product attributes with commercial cannabis growers Travel 100 days of the year Qualifications: BA Degree in Horticulture, Business, or similar 3+ years sales experience in the cannabis, hydroponics, or horticulture industries Ability to establish rapport with distributors, customers (in- and external) and stakeholders Very good understanding of company proposition and marketing/sales strategies Written and spoken language of responsible market fluently Excellent commercial (sales-) skills. Being able to negotiate  

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

Our client, a leader in full-service Greenhouse design-build services and equipment, is looking for an experienced Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to oversee their organization’s ongoing operations, sales and internal procedures. This person will be the company’s first-in-command and responsible for the overall efficiency of the business. The CEO role is a key member of the senior management team, reporting only to the Board of Directors while managing a staff of 7. The CEO will lead the organization into its next stage of growth while effectively maintaining control of a diverse set of business operations. As such, it is imperative this individual is an experienced and efficient leader. If you also have excellent people skills, business acumen, and exemplary work ethics, we’d like to speak with you. The goal of the CEO position is to secure the functionality of business to drive extensive and sustainable growth. Also, this individual will standardize internal processes and procedures, as well as act as a strong leader for the established team. Responsibilities:  Design and implement business strategies, plans, and procedures Set comprehensive goals for performance and growth, including sales strategy and sales team development Establish policies that promote company culture and vision Oversee daily operations of the company and the work of internal team members (engineering, construction, sales, service, etc.) Lead employees to encourage maximum performance and dedication while acting as a dedicated resource who will be a day-to-day leader Evaluate performance by analyzing and interpreting data and metrics Write and submit reports to the board in all matters of importance Participate in expansion activities (investments, acquisitions, corporate alliances etc.) Manage relationships with partners/vendors Qualifications: Proven experience in a leadership role ranging from VP of Sales to COO (or related role) Comfort in making decisions – sometimes with limited information – that will determine the overall direction of the company and staff Strong understanding of Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA), including greenhouse structures, systems, vendors, and related sales channels (hydroponics, horticulture, cannabis) Understanding of the legal cannabis market in North America (large plus) Understanding of business functions such as HR, Sales, Operations, marketing etc. Demonstrated competency in strategic planning, business development, and sales management/ sales strategy Outstanding organizational and leadership abilities with a ‘can do’ attitude that the team can get behind Excellent interpersonal and public speaking skills Aptitude in decision-making and problem-solving  

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'

M&F Talent is working with a client in the horticultural consumer products field who is looking to onboard an experienced Content Marketing Manager. Our client is internationally established in the hydroponics and horticulture industries, offering cutting-edge technological solutions for modern horticulture operations including pH monitoring, water quality testing, and more. Our client is going through an exciting digital transformation and is looking for a content strategist to manage all digital content across web, blogs, newsletters, social, as well as supporting offline marketing content. This is an exciting opportunity for somebody who wants to utilize their skills to play a key role in this transformation. Location: Southern California or SF Bay area Responsibilities: Create a strategic content calendar that encompasses a well-organized content marketing plan and support copy for key events Manage the organized and timely publication of company content calendar Find skilled writers & creatives to build content on an ongoing basis Manage job briefs, writing assignments, and tasks for contract writers Edit all created content - take charge of proof reading and copy editing to ensure professionalism and consistency Coordinate with marketing and design teams to illustrate key content pieces Create, manage and optimize ongoing content campaigns on company website through Hubspot and other marketing / analytics tools Identifying gaps in our content and recommend changes to the content plan or new topics to be created Publishing company newsletter and website content and trigger social links Conduct keyword and SEO research in line with company objectives and customer needs Track website traffic and user engagement and edit the content marketing plan accordingly Report key metrics to the Global Marketing Manager Create and update company style guides to use as a reference for writers Follow industry-related news and generate ideas around trending topics Manage web content translation project with 3rd party translation company Qualifications: 2 years of work experience as a Content Strategist, Content Manager or similar role 1 year of Marketing experience in the Hydroponics and/or Horticulture space 1 year of experience managing 3rd party writing / creative contributors BA Degree in Marketing, Journalism, or similar (preferred) Familiarity with SEO guidelines and keyword research tools (e.g. Moz and Google Keyword Planner, SEM Rush etc) Experience with publishing on a CMS (Magento or WordPress) Basic understanding of HTML, web publishing, and Hubspot Expert English language writing and editing skills Solid time-management skills and proven experience meeting deadlines Can explain experience with content marketing plan rollout, revisions, and results. Experience with A/B testing and campaign optimization (preferred) Experience using social media for business (preferred) Be prepared to provide a link to published articles if selected to proceed in the interview process.