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Monday, June 25, 2007

Land Protection Specialist

The Land Conservancy of West Michigan, a regional land trust based in Grand Rapids, seeks a dynamic and outgoing Land Protection Specialist to support our mission of permanently protecting important natural lands in central West Michigan. The Land Protection Specialist will develop proactive conservation strategies in priority areas including magnificent freshwater dune ecosystem along Lake Michigan, Great Lakes marshes, stream and river corridors, oak savannas, and lands to add to publicly-owned parks and trails. Specific duties include: Identify, evaluate, and prioritize properties for their conservation values and protection opportunities; negotiate voluntary land protection strategies and manage easement and land acquisition projects; develop and implement landowner outreach efforts; and identify potential funding sources for land and easement acquisition. Qualifications: Minimum of three years in land conservation techniques and property negotiation; previous land trust experience preferred; college degree required, graduate degree preferred with knowledge/experience in real estate, land use laws, and natural sciences or natural resource management; exceptional verbal/written communication and negotiation skills; ability to work effectively with a variety of people and diverse groups; grant writing and grant management experience. Complete position description available at www.naturenearby.org <http://www.naturenearby.org/> Competitive salary and benefits, EOE. Send resume, cover letter, and three references to Julie Stoneman, Executive Director, 1345 Monroe Ave NW, Suite 324, Grand Rapids, MI 49505 or julie@naturenearby.org <mailto:julie@naturenearby.org>

Web Services / Database Development

Subject: Jobs==> Position available: Web Services / Database Development

Position available: Web Services / Database Development

Contact: Roger Gauthier gauthier@glc.org

Application deadline: Friday, July 13, 2007 at 5:00 p.m. EDT.

The Great Lakes Commission is seeking an individual to fill the position of Program Specialist with database, web services and/or Geographic Information Systems (GIS) application experience . This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled person with technical skills and an interest in emerging Internet and geospatial application technologies. The job requires commitment to excellence and the ability to function in a small collegial team environment. The job is a full-time, renewable 12-month appointment and it requires on-site work in our Ann Arbor, Michigan office, five days a week. The Great Lakes Commission offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and optical insurance. The Commission also has an outstanding pension program through the TIAA-CREF program.

Responsibilities

The Program Specialist position will work closely with other Commission staff, local, state, and federal agencies and related partners on various projects requiring GIS mapping, analysis and product development including web mapping applications covering the Great Lakes – St. Lawrence River basin including parts of the States of Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania and New York and by the Province of Ontario. The work can include database development and GIS support for air toxics emission datasets, emergency response plans, contaminated sediment analyses, aquatic invasive species control and related biologic, chemical and physical monitoring programs.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have at least a bachelor's degree in a relevant field (computer sciences, geography, environmental sciences, natural resource management/planning or related field), possess a minimum of six months applied database experience (PostgreSQL and MySQL preferred), and be proficient in one or more of the following standards/languages: HTML, Javascript, Java, KML, Perl, PHP, and WFS/WMS. Experience with GIS application software is recommended, including any of the following: ESRI ArcGIS, ArcIMS, ArcSDE, Mapserver, and/or Geoserver. Familiarity with the Linux/UNIX operating system is a plus. The ideal candidate must be a strong team oriented person and have good communication, effective interpersonal skills. Individual must also be able to work with minimal direction, self-discipline and a commitment of excellence to other members of the team.

Applying for this position

The requirements for this application include a cover letter, resume, salary history, expected salary range, and three references. Please note that all of these items must be provided if applicant is to receive further consideration.

All interested individuals need to submit their completed materials by July 13, 2007. In the subject line put: Program Specialist – Web Services / Database Development Vacancy Announcement. No phone calls, please.

Please submit your package to:

Roger Gauthier

Program Manager, Data and Information Management

Great Lakes Commission

Eisenhower Corporate Park

2805 South Industrial Highway, Suite 100

Ann Arbor, Michigan 48104-6791

Phone: 734-971-9135

Fax: 734-971-9150

Email: gauthier@glc.org <mailto:gauthier@glc.org>

For additional information on related current initiatives at the Commission, visit: www.glc.org <http://www.glc.org/> and www.glin.net <http://www.glin.net> .

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The Great Lakes Commission, chaired by Michigan Lt. Gov. John Cherry, is a nonpartisan, binational compact agency established under state and U.S. federal law and dedicated to promoting a strong economy, healthy environment and high quality of life for the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence region and its residents. The Commission consists of governors’ appointees, state legislators and agency officials from its eight member states. Associate membership for Ontario and Québec was established through the signing of a "Declaration of Partnership." The Commission maintains a formal Observer program involving U.S. and Canadian federal agencies, tribal authorities, binational agencies and other regional interests. The Commission offices are located in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Energy Legislative/Organizer

Michigan Chapter Sierra Club: Energy Legislative/Organizer

The Sierra Club Michigan Chapter is seeking full-time Legislative/Organizer to work on energy related issues in the Michigan Legislature and state agencies. The Sierra Club seeks to fill this position immediately and asks for applicants to submit a cover letter and a resume by July 1st to Anne Woiwode at anne.woiwode@sierraclub.org, or by US Mail at 109 E. Grand River Avenue, Lansing, MI 48906. Please put "Energy Position" in Subject line of message or on the outside of the envelope. A job description can be obtained by contacting Anne Woiwode as well.

Anne M. Woiwode, State Director, Sierra Club Michigan Chapter - 109 E. Grand River Avenue, Lansing, MI 48906

517-484-2372 fax 517-484-3108 -- anne.woiwode@sierraclub.org <mailto:anne.woiwode@sierraclub.org>

Sierra Club Michigan Chapter celebrating our 40th Anniversary on September 9, 2007

Visit us at http://michigan.sierraclub.org/index.shtml <http://michigan.sierraclub.org/index.shtml>

Act Today: Join our Legislative Alerts System! http://mackinac.sierraclubaction.org

Act FOR Tomorrow: Support the Sierra Club Michigan Chapter - contact Wendi Tilden at wendi.tilden@sierraclub.org

Urban Tree Survey Summer Intern

Dates: June 1 – August 31*

Salary: $12 / hour
Position does not provide benefits

Hours: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm (1 hour unpaid lunch)
35 hours per week

Employer:
WRD Environmental
445 North Sacramento Blvd.
Chicago, IL 60612

Our client, the Chicago Department of Environment, is working with the United States Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service to survey the urban forest. Crews of two interns will collect data on random points to identify land cover, tree species and other characteristics of each plot.

*Work will start as soon as possible and last through the summer. End date is based on employee’s academic schedule, data collection rate and budget.

Requirements:
* Interns must have advanced tree identification skills and be able to work as an independent team in the field under all weather conditions in the urban setting.
* Intern must be detail oriented and be able to take precise and accurate readings and keep complete notes of all field work.
* Intern must have a valid driver’s license, be a confident city driver and have a clean driving record to be insurable in fleet vehicle.

Please e-mail resumes to rsalinas@wrdenvironmental.com .

Thursday, June 14, 2007

Program Coordinator, Heart of the Lakes Center for Land Conservation Policy (Lansing, MI)

Kuntzsch Business Services, Inc., the management firm for the Heart of the Lakes Center for Land Conservation Policy (HOL) and the Greater Lansing Area Clean Cities Coalition (GLACC) seeks an organized, energetic, and hardworking individual to become an integral part of a successful and growing business supporting nonprofit organizations.

The position will provide program coordination and communications support for both HOL and GLACC. Requirements include experience in a nonprofit, communications, or legislative environment. Knowledge of and experience in conservation, environmental, or energy related programs is strongly desired. The ideal candidate will have the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and independently.

A competitive wage is being offered commensurate with experience, plus benefits. Cover letter, resume, and salary expectations should be emailed to info@heartofthelakes.org by June 15, 2007.

For a full position description, go to

www.landpolicy.msu.edu/employment/HOL_Communications&Marketing_Position.pdf

Program Director, Land Information Access Association (Traverse City, MI)

The Land Information Access Association (LIAA) is a nonprofit service organization dedicated to building better communities through civic engagement. For 14 years, LIAA has helped citizens, civic groups, other nonprofits, and local units of government use advanced information technologies and community development techniques to improve land use planning and resource management in Michigan and elsewhere.

LIAA seeks an experienced Program Director with strong leadership and strategic thinking skills to help move the organization to the next level. The Program Director will lead development and communications programs and participate in the design, development, and management of new programs to help people build more sustainable communities.

The position has a salary range of $40,000 to $50,000, with excellent benefits, comfortable work environment, and a great cause, in one of the most beautiful locations on earth.

A creative and engaging person with at least five years of experience in nonprofit work, excellent communication skills, a relevant graduate degree (e.g., natural resources, community development, urban planning) and experience with computer technologies is preferred. Cover letters, full resumes, and three references should be sent to the attention of Kim McNeil, Financial Administrator, LIAA, 324 Munson Avenue, Traverse City, MI 49686.

To learn more about LIAA, visit www.liaa.org.

Monday, June 04, 2007

Central Community Development - Student Intern

City of Chicago

Job Title: Central Community Development - Student Intern

Description: Student Internship Opportunity

The Department of Planning & Development is seeking an intern with experience in Urban Planning or a current Graduate student in Urban Planning and Policy to assist with a variety of projects.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must be a student in good academic standing enrolled in an accredited college or university offering an associate, baccalaureate or graduate degree program or a student in good standing enrolled in an accredited business or data processing/information technology school. Work hours are flexible to meet the needs of the students and the department.

Residency Requirement: An applicant must be an actual resident of the City of Chicago. Proof of residency will be required at the time of application.

Duties: Assisting staff in the Central Region Division with processes involved in the completion of major downtown redevelopment projects, including accompanying staff to meetings with Aldermen, Developers, and other city meetings.

Developing and maintaining a system by which to share information about proposed projects with local elected officials, other departmental agencies, community groups and the general public.

Developing a new system to manage the Central Region's corporate expansion and relocating projects, including updating and managing a database of available properties and businesses looking for space, preparing an intake process for companies looking for assistance, and assisting in the development of a departmental policy for determining level of financial assistance for corporate relocation/expansion.

Creating a system for managing the phased completion of multi-year projects.

Salary: Freshman's $7.50

Sophomores $8.00

Juniors $8.50

Seniors $9.50

Graduates $10.00

If interested, please apply via eRecruiting:

http://depaul.erecruiting.com/er/security/login.jsp

Legislative Advocate

Legislative Advocate sought for Washington, DC Office of nonprofit environmental law firm to provide Congressional and administrative advocacy on environmental quality and public health issues. Candidates must have excellent analytical, writing, and oral communication skills and at least three years experience with environmental advocacy and public policy development. JD is a plus. Must be able to handle multiple issues, projects, and deadlines. Salary is based on a non-profit scale and is commensurate with experience, includes generous benefit package.

Please send resume, references and writing sample to:

Legislative Advocate, Earthjustice, 1625 Massachusetts Ave. NW #702, Washington, DC 20036 or to daboulhosn@earthjustice.org. EOE. Open until filled.

No phone inquiries.

Wildlife Biologist

Full-time Position
Salary Range: $43,113 - $53,569 - $64,023
Location: Grayslake, IL.
Application Deadline: June 22, 2007

Responsible for wildlife management and habitat restoration on forest preserve lands, using a well-developed knowledge of Midwest natural communities and natural history, and wildlife ecological principles. Acts as project manager for the District’s deer management program and other wildlife and habitat restoration projects including responding to the public regarding nuisance wildlife, wildlife survey work, coordination for endangered and threatened species recovery programs, procuring and managing grants, and assessments of forest preserve holdings.

EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree in Wildlife Ecology or related field. Two years wildlife management experience in an urban setting and proficiency in the preparation and implementation of wildlife management and habitat restoration programs. Experience with urban deer ecology, small mammal ecology and technical wildlife management skills including wildlife surveys, data collection, analysis and implementation of restoration and management activities. A knowledge of invertebrate identification and ecology and ecology of aquatic habitats is desired. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Must possess valid driver’s license.

HOW TO APPLY AND APPLICATION DEADLINES:
Interest in Forest Preserve employment can be indicated only by submitting a resume and salary history or a completed Forest Preserve Employment Application, which is available at: www.LCFPD.org or Lake County Forest Preserve District, Human Resources Department, 2000 N. Milwaukee Avenue. Libertyville, IL 60048, 847/367-6640, and must be returned by June 22, 2007.

Applications are accepted only for posted positions. Complete a job interest card for other positions for which you are interested. The card will be kept on file for six months pending an opening, and will be mailed to you should an opening occur.

LAKE COUNTY FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT GENERAL INFORMATION:
The Lake County Forest Preserve District was created in 1958 and provides over 25,000-acres in a county-wide system of natural, cultural and recreational resources. Governed under Illinois law as a special purpose unit of government, the mission of the Forest Preserve District is to preserve a dynamic and unique system of diverse natural and cultural resources, and to develop innovative educational, recreational and cultural opportunities of regional value, while exercising environmental and fiscal responsibility.
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