The Planning and Conservation League (PCL) and the PCL Foundation are currently recruiting a fulltime Membership and Development Coordinator. If you are interested in this position or know someone that has the skills we are looking for -- please pass along this email! Applications will be accepted until Wednesday, August 6, 2008. This position is available immediately.
See a complete job description on our website.
BACKGROUND
PCL and the PCL Foundation have a diverse and supportive membership and activist base. This position will work with our Development Team to expand our membership and activist base and develop new outreach and donor giving methods. The Coordinator reports directly to the Executive Director.
Essential Responsibilities of the Membership and Development Coordinator will be to:
• Implement strategies to increase membership through direct mail, planned giving, or other efforts in collaboration with the Development Team.
• Communicate with and activate members around the state or in targeted political districts through online tools such as Democracy in Action.
• Design and implement a new online fundraising program with the guidance of the Executive Director and consultants.
• Assist with the creation and management of events and donation pages using Democracy in Action.
• Coordinate database management and develop procedures to update and import records and make databases accessible to staff.
• Support the organization and staff with implementing special events, workshops, and major donor programs.
• Receive and process membership and major donor contributions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply for the Membership and Development Coordinator position, applicants should submit an application package that includes: (1) a cover letter; (2) a resume; and (3) contact information for three professional references.
Applications may be submitted electronically to resumes.pcl@pcl.org or submitted by mail to:
PCL and PCL Foundation
ATTN: Membership and Development Coordinator Position
1107 9th Street, Suite 360
Sacramento, CA 95814
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Wednesday, July 30, 2008
Friday, July 25, 2008
Youth Crew Program Coordinator, Richmond, National Park Service
I am writing to let you know about a unique and exciting new program for youth and opportunities for employment in Richmond, CA.
The National Park Service will initiate a new part-time youth crew program located at Rosie the Riveter / WWII Home Front National Historic Park (NHP) in Richmond, CA, begining August 2008. Six high school age girls will have the opportunity to receive paid experience in community outreach, media arts, and education under the supervision of a crew leader and a coordinator employed by the Student Conservation Association, a national organization that has led youth programs devoted to public lands stewardship since 1957.
I am attaching a job description for the position we are recruiting for now
-- Program Coordinator. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent college graduate, graduate student, or instructor who is interested in a flexible, part-time position with the National Park Service and has strong program development and communications skills. The description is attached.
Please pass this on to anyone else who may be interested. We have a short timeline, so we'd like to hear from qualified candidates as soon as possible.
Please note that we will be advertising the positions of crew leader (1) and crew members (6) to be hired by 9/15, so please alert high school girls and college-age candidates of these other openings, and I will forward the job notices to you as soon as I have them.
To Apply: Send cover letter and resume to Bettina Mok, bmok@thesca.org or by fax to 510-832-4726 no later than Thursday, July 31, 2008.
Thanks so much,
Carla Koop Outreach Coordinator, National Park Service Rosie the Riveter/ World War II Home Front NHP
1401 Marina Way South
Richmond CA 94804
510-232-0865 phone
510-232-5504 fax
http://www.nps.gov/rori/
Visitor Center hrs: M-F 8:30 am - 5 pm
Save the date!
Home Front Festival by-the-Bay
Oct. 4 - 5, 2008
http://www.homefrontfestival.com/
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Position Title: Youth Crew Program Coordinator
Status: Part-Time, Non-Exempt, Temporary (6 months, beginning August 2008)
Employer: Student Conservation Association (SCA), reporting to SCA’s Oakland-based Regional High School Program Manager
Location: Richmond and Oakland, California
Hourly Pay: $19.28 - $21.93
Summary: Responsible for developing a new part-time youth crew program that will engage six high school age girls in community outreach, media arts, and education work at Rosie the Riveter / WWII Home Front National Historic Park (NHP) in Richmond, CA. The Coordinator will work closely with SCA and National Park Service staff, as well as with Red Oak Victory Ship volunteers, and with Richmond Youth Media. This person will also be responsible for helping identify future partner agencies and potential funders to keep the program going beyond its pilot year. The position is part-time, from August 2008 through January 2009.
Hours: Hours are somewhat flexible, ideally averaging 20-26 hours/week in August and September 2008, then going down to 10-12 hours/week from October 2008 to late January 2009 (with some time off in late December). Primarily weekday business hours, but with occasional weekend or evening activities.
Responsibilities:
• Meet and plan with various partner agencies to develop a nine-month schedule of work, educational and recreational activities, and related resources for the crew.
• Establish goals and outcomes for the youth crew, based on the needs of the Rosie the Riveter/WW II Home Front NHP and the stipulations of the grant that is funding this crew.
• Help identify, interview and select prospective crew members, in conjunction with Richmond Youth Media, Richmond YouthWORKS, and local schools and Career Academies.
• Serve as liaison between partner agencies and SCA. Communicate with SCA staff as needed.
• Prepare crew leader and crew member orientation for mid-September 2008.
• Help develop evaluation surveys for crew members and partner agencies.
• Meet with city officials, school principals, potential funders, and others in the community to promote the program and its longer-term sustainability.
• Serve as back up crew leader in case crew leader is indisposed while crew is in session. This may involve driving crew members, supervising them at the worksite, leading activities, etc.
• Follow all SCA policies and procedures as required for the position.
Qualifications:
• Previous experience in youth program development /management, preferably in an urban setting.
• Experience in managing and/or establishing partnerships between schools, nonprofits, foundations, and/or governmental agencies.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• College or graduate degree preferred. Must be at least 21 years old.
• Basic computer skills – using Word, Excel, and the internet – required.
• Knowledge of the Richmond community, schools and funders preferred.
• Previous experience with videography or filmmaking preferred but not required.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and must pass criminal/driving background check at SCA’s expense. Ability and willingness to drive a 7- or 10-passenger van.
Deliverables:
• Draft written crew schedule and program goals/outcomes in consultation with Program Manager and Park staff by 9/1/08.
• Have selected six eligible and motivated crew members hired by 9/15/08.
• Complete written crew leader and crew member orientation agendas by 9/15/08.
• Ensure that program-related supplies, resources, speakers, etc. are in place prior to daily crew activities.
• Provide contact list and correspondence log of Richmond-based city officials, existing and potential partner organizations, school principals and teachers, existing and potential funders, and other individuals who may contribute to the longer-term sustainability of this project –by 1/30/09,
• Create written post-project survey for partner agencies and crew members by 1/30/09.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee (SCA Crew Leader) to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee must be able to lift and/or move 20 pounds or more, is required to drive, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; have close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
To Apply: Send cover letter and resume to Bettina Mok, bmok@thesca.org or by fax to 510-832-4726 no later than Thursday, July 31, 2008. We will begin reviewing applications prior to that, on a rolling basis, so please apply as soon as possible. We may not be able to respond to all applicants and will not review resumes that are submitted without a relevant cover letter.
SCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to workforce diversity.
For more information about SCA, visit us at www.theSCA.org
The National Park Service will initiate a new part-time youth crew program located at Rosie the Riveter / WWII Home Front National Historic Park (NHP) in Richmond, CA, begining August 2008. Six high school age girls will have the opportunity to receive paid experience in community outreach, media arts, and education under the supervision of a crew leader and a coordinator employed by the Student Conservation Association, a national organization that has led youth programs devoted to public lands stewardship since 1957.
I am attaching a job description for the position we are recruiting for now
-- Program Coordinator. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent college graduate, graduate student, or instructor who is interested in a flexible, part-time position with the National Park Service and has strong program development and communications skills. The description is attached.
Please pass this on to anyone else who may be interested. We have a short timeline, so we'd like to hear from qualified candidates as soon as possible.
Please note that we will be advertising the positions of crew leader (1) and crew members (6) to be hired by 9/15, so please alert high school girls and college-age candidates of these other openings, and I will forward the job notices to you as soon as I have them.
To Apply: Send cover letter and resume to Bettina Mok, bmok@thesca.org or by fax to 510-832-4726 no later than Thursday, July 31, 2008.
Thanks so much,
Carla Koop Outreach Coordinator, National Park Service Rosie the Riveter/ World War II Home Front NHP
1401 Marina Way South
Richmond CA 94804
510-232-0865 phone
510-232-5504 fax
http://www.nps.gov/rori/
Visitor Center hrs: M-F 8:30 am - 5 pm
Save the date!
Home Front Festival by-the-Bay
Oct. 4 - 5, 2008
http://www.homefrontfestival.com/
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Position Title: Youth Crew Program Coordinator
Status: Part-Time, Non-Exempt, Temporary (6 months, beginning August 2008)
Employer: Student Conservation Association (SCA), reporting to SCA’s Oakland-based Regional High School Program Manager
Location: Richmond and Oakland, California
Hourly Pay: $19.28 - $21.93
Summary: Responsible for developing a new part-time youth crew program that will engage six high school age girls in community outreach, media arts, and education work at Rosie the Riveter / WWII Home Front National Historic Park (NHP) in Richmond, CA. The Coordinator will work closely with SCA and National Park Service staff, as well as with Red Oak Victory Ship volunteers, and with Richmond Youth Media. This person will also be responsible for helping identify future partner agencies and potential funders to keep the program going beyond its pilot year. The position is part-time, from August 2008 through January 2009.
Hours: Hours are somewhat flexible, ideally averaging 20-26 hours/week in August and September 2008, then going down to 10-12 hours/week from October 2008 to late January 2009 (with some time off in late December). Primarily weekday business hours, but with occasional weekend or evening activities.
Responsibilities:
• Meet and plan with various partner agencies to develop a nine-month schedule of work, educational and recreational activities, and related resources for the crew.
• Establish goals and outcomes for the youth crew, based on the needs of the Rosie the Riveter/WW II Home Front NHP and the stipulations of the grant that is funding this crew.
• Help identify, interview and select prospective crew members, in conjunction with Richmond Youth Media, Richmond YouthWORKS, and local schools and Career Academies.
• Serve as liaison between partner agencies and SCA. Communicate with SCA staff as needed.
• Prepare crew leader and crew member orientation for mid-September 2008.
• Help develop evaluation surveys for crew members and partner agencies.
• Meet with city officials, school principals, potential funders, and others in the community to promote the program and its longer-term sustainability.
• Serve as back up crew leader in case crew leader is indisposed while crew is in session. This may involve driving crew members, supervising them at the worksite, leading activities, etc.
• Follow all SCA policies and procedures as required for the position.
Qualifications:
• Previous experience in youth program development /management, preferably in an urban setting.
• Experience in managing and/or establishing partnerships between schools, nonprofits, foundations, and/or governmental agencies.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• College or graduate degree preferred. Must be at least 21 years old.
• Basic computer skills – using Word, Excel, and the internet – required.
• Knowledge of the Richmond community, schools and funders preferred.
• Previous experience with videography or filmmaking preferred but not required.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and must pass criminal/driving background check at SCA’s expense. Ability and willingness to drive a 7- or 10-passenger van.
Deliverables:
• Draft written crew schedule and program goals/outcomes in consultation with Program Manager and Park staff by 9/1/08.
• Have selected six eligible and motivated crew members hired by 9/15/08.
• Complete written crew leader and crew member orientation agendas by 9/15/08.
• Ensure that program-related supplies, resources, speakers, etc. are in place prior to daily crew activities.
• Provide contact list and correspondence log of Richmond-based city officials, existing and potential partner organizations, school principals and teachers, existing and potential funders, and other individuals who may contribute to the longer-term sustainability of this project –by 1/30/09,
• Create written post-project survey for partner agencies and crew members by 1/30/09.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee (SCA Crew Leader) to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee must be able to lift and/or move 20 pounds or more, is required to drive, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; have close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
To Apply: Send cover letter and resume to Bettina Mok, bmok@thesca.org or by fax to 510-832-4726 no later than Thursday, July 31, 2008. We will begin reviewing applications prior to that, on a rolling basis, so please apply as soon as possible. We may not be able to respond to all applicants and will not review resumes that are submitted without a relevant cover letter.
SCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to workforce diversity.
For more information about SCA, visit us at www.theSCA.org
Wednesday, July 9, 2008
State Director/Western Regional Director Clean Water Action/Clean Water Fund
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
POSITION: State Director/Western Regional Director
ORGANIZATION: Clean Water Action/Clean Water Fund
San Francisco, California
As one of the largest, most effective environmental organizations in the nation, Clean Water Action (CWA)
works for clean, safe, affordable water, the prevention of health threatening pollution, the creation of
environmentally safe jobs and businesses, and the empowerment of people to make democracy work. With its
more than 1.2 million members, volunteers and seasoned professional staff, CWA’s grassroots muscle has been
critical in shaping and strengthening laws such as the Clean Water Act, the Safe Drinking Water Act and the
Superfund for toxics cleanup. California-based accomplishments include the Bottled Water Right to Know
legislation, and an important victory to clean the San Francisco Bay from mercury contamination.
Clean Water Action provides recognized leadership on critically important environmental, health, ecosystem
protection and community quality of life concerns. Recent examples include: arsenic in drinking water and
"pressure treated" lumber; sewage pollution/dumping; mercury, power plant and incinerator pollution and safer
renewable energy alternatives; wetlands, watershed and drinking water source protection; environmental funding
and enforcement. Clean Water Fund (CWF) is a 501(c)3 organization with whom CWA collaborates, promoting
and educating the public on issues relating to water, waste, toxics, and natural resources. For more information on
programs and the organization, please go to www.cleanwateraction.org.
CWA/CWF in California has enjoyed solid results in accomplishing its mission at its current level, and is now
poised for future growth with the guidance of a strong State Director (SD). Working with both a local budget, and
the support and collaboration from the national office, this is a perfect opportunity for a natural leader with an
entrepreneurial spirit to help CWA/CWF reach its full potential, with plans to grow to a $1MM program within 2-
3 years.
BUDGET & STAFF: The CWA/CWF State Director reports to the Deputy Director located in Philadelphia,
directly supervises 2.5 staff members, manages an annual budget of about $500K, and indirectly oversees 25-30
additional outreach staff and a total California budget of $1.5MM
BASIC FUNCTION: The State Director is responsible for the overall management of the CWA/CWF’s
programs in California including program and campaign oversight, management of personnel; leading strategic
planning & visioning; fundraising and public relations; and fiscal oversight and budgeting. Based on the
candidate’s qualifications, this role can be expanded to Regional Director, managing programs and staff in other
Western states as well. Regular travel throughout California and to other states supervised, and to occasional
national gatherings is required.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Specifically, the CWA/CWF State Director:
• Develops and oversees programs and campaigns, including legislative and electoral campaigns,
community and coalition organizing, policy development, and research and education programs.
Provides direction to local and state campaigns. Works in partnership with national staff to implement
local and state elements of national campaigns.
• Leads planning and implementation of strategies to build Clean Water Action in California.
• Provides leadership and is a mentor to staff and volunteers. Ensures the highest effectiveness of campaign
work and the attainment of established programmatic goals and priorities through team building and
effective management.
• Plans, leads, and helps execute fundraising efforts. In collaboration with the national office, the SD meets
and networks with funders and prospective donors and has major responsibility for helping to enhance
revenue streams.
• Provides program direction and support for field and phone canvass programs. Works in partnership with
canvass leadership to build strong canvass programs.
• Oversees administrative and financial management systems and strategies, including budgets and other
financial management tools.
• Represents Clean Water in work with other organizations, public officials, funders and the media. Directs
the marketing, public relations and promotion for all CWA/CWF activities, including, but not limited to
community outreach, and media relations. Establishes and nurtures relationships with businesses, elected
officials, media and others who can help support CWA/CWF programs and campaigns.
REQUIRED BACKGROUND:
-Passion for and commitment to the mission of CWA/CWF and environmental advocacy in general. Tell us about
this in your cover letter.
-Minimum of 3-5 years experience in non-profit management as senior manager, campaign organizer or
equivalent.
-Proven ability to manage legislative campaigns and issues-oriented programs. Experience with grassroots and
coalition organizing and campaigns is highly desirable, as is experience with electoral campaigns.
-Experience with professional canvass programs is highly desirable.
-Substantial record of successful fundraising from public and private sources, including major donors, to support
local agency programs.
-Proven manager, motivator and staff leader. Enthusiasm, people skills, commitment, and an inspirational
leadership style are a must, especially for long-distance staff.
-Financial acumen including budgeting, and fiscal management.
-Exemplary communication skills including public speaking and writing, and an ability to network with
community representatives, business executives, foundation officials, donors, and the media.
-Enthusiasm for and desire to successfully build the organization; thrives on taking ownership of and growing the
local program.
-Ability to understand ones strengths and acknowledge ones weaknesses to then ask for support and/or delegate
those responsibilities.
-Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
COMPENSATION:
The compensation package is competitive. Final salary offered will be based on the applicant’s meeting job
qualifications, commensurate relevant experience, and specific roles and responsibilities assigned. Comprehensive
benefits package. Salary range: $65,000-75,000 annually, and will be reviewed regularly based on goal
achievement.
TO APPLY: Submit your resume, and a letter of interest that articulates your experience as it relates to our needs
by July 7th, 2008, to:
cwa@articulateintegrity.com
PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT CWA/CWF
Clean Water Action/Clean Water Fund is an equal opportunity employer. People of color are encouraged to apply.
This search is being conducted by Articulate Integrity.
POSITION: State Director/Western Regional Director
ORGANIZATION: Clean Water Action/Clean Water Fund
San Francisco, California
As one of the largest, most effective environmental organizations in the nation, Clean Water Action (CWA)
works for clean, safe, affordable water, the prevention of health threatening pollution, the creation of
environmentally safe jobs and businesses, and the empowerment of people to make democracy work. With its
more than 1.2 million members, volunteers and seasoned professional staff, CWA’s grassroots muscle has been
critical in shaping and strengthening laws such as the Clean Water Act, the Safe Drinking Water Act and the
Superfund for toxics cleanup. California-based accomplishments include the Bottled Water Right to Know
legislation, and an important victory to clean the San Francisco Bay from mercury contamination.
Clean Water Action provides recognized leadership on critically important environmental, health, ecosystem
protection and community quality of life concerns. Recent examples include: arsenic in drinking water and
"pressure treated" lumber; sewage pollution/dumping; mercury, power plant and incinerator pollution and safer
renewable energy alternatives; wetlands, watershed and drinking water source protection; environmental funding
and enforcement. Clean Water Fund (CWF) is a 501(c)3 organization with whom CWA collaborates, promoting
and educating the public on issues relating to water, waste, toxics, and natural resources. For more information on
programs and the organization, please go to www.cleanwateraction.org.
CWA/CWF in California has enjoyed solid results in accomplishing its mission at its current level, and is now
poised for future growth with the guidance of a strong State Director (SD). Working with both a local budget, and
the support and collaboration from the national office, this is a perfect opportunity for a natural leader with an
entrepreneurial spirit to help CWA/CWF reach its full potential, with plans to grow to a $1MM program within 2-
3 years.
BUDGET & STAFF: The CWA/CWF State Director reports to the Deputy Director located in Philadelphia,
directly supervises 2.5 staff members, manages an annual budget of about $500K, and indirectly oversees 25-30
additional outreach staff and a total California budget of $1.5MM
BASIC FUNCTION: The State Director is responsible for the overall management of the CWA/CWF’s
programs in California including program and campaign oversight, management of personnel; leading strategic
planning & visioning; fundraising and public relations; and fiscal oversight and budgeting. Based on the
candidate’s qualifications, this role can be expanded to Regional Director, managing programs and staff in other
Western states as well. Regular travel throughout California and to other states supervised, and to occasional
national gatherings is required.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Specifically, the CWA/CWF State Director:
• Develops and oversees programs and campaigns, including legislative and electoral campaigns,
community and coalition organizing, policy development, and research and education programs.
Provides direction to local and state campaigns. Works in partnership with national staff to implement
local and state elements of national campaigns.
• Leads planning and implementation of strategies to build Clean Water Action in California.
• Provides leadership and is a mentor to staff and volunteers. Ensures the highest effectiveness of campaign
work and the attainment of established programmatic goals and priorities through team building and
effective management.
• Plans, leads, and helps execute fundraising efforts. In collaboration with the national office, the SD meets
and networks with funders and prospective donors and has major responsibility for helping to enhance
revenue streams.
• Provides program direction and support for field and phone canvass programs. Works in partnership with
canvass leadership to build strong canvass programs.
• Oversees administrative and financial management systems and strategies, including budgets and other
financial management tools.
• Represents Clean Water in work with other organizations, public officials, funders and the media. Directs
the marketing, public relations and promotion for all CWA/CWF activities, including, but not limited to
community outreach, and media relations. Establishes and nurtures relationships with businesses, elected
officials, media and others who can help support CWA/CWF programs and campaigns.
REQUIRED BACKGROUND:
-Passion for and commitment to the mission of CWA/CWF and environmental advocacy in general. Tell us about
this in your cover letter.
-Minimum of 3-5 years experience in non-profit management as senior manager, campaign organizer or
equivalent.
-Proven ability to manage legislative campaigns and issues-oriented programs. Experience with grassroots and
coalition organizing and campaigns is highly desirable, as is experience with electoral campaigns.
-Experience with professional canvass programs is highly desirable.
-Substantial record of successful fundraising from public and private sources, including major donors, to support
local agency programs.
-Proven manager, motivator and staff leader. Enthusiasm, people skills, commitment, and an inspirational
leadership style are a must, especially for long-distance staff.
-Financial acumen including budgeting, and fiscal management.
-Exemplary communication skills including public speaking and writing, and an ability to network with
community representatives, business executives, foundation officials, donors, and the media.
-Enthusiasm for and desire to successfully build the organization; thrives on taking ownership of and growing the
local program.
-Ability to understand ones strengths and acknowledge ones weaknesses to then ask for support and/or delegate
those responsibilities.
-Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
COMPENSATION:
The compensation package is competitive. Final salary offered will be based on the applicant’s meeting job
qualifications, commensurate relevant experience, and specific roles and responsibilities assigned. Comprehensive
benefits package. Salary range: $65,000-75,000 annually, and will be reviewed regularly based on goal
achievement.
TO APPLY: Submit your resume, and a letter of interest that articulates your experience as it relates to our needs
by July 7th, 2008, to:
cwa@articulateintegrity.com
PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT CWA/CWF
Clean Water Action/Clean Water Fund is an equal opportunity employer. People of color are encouraged to apply.
This search is being conducted by Articulate Integrity.
Part-time environmental education presenters
The Alameda County Resource Conservation District is seeking part-time environmental education presenters for our Watershed Adventures program for the upcoming school year. If you could please post the attached position, and pass it on to anyone qualified and interested, we would really appreciate it.
Also, can you please let me know what your summer program schedule is? It would be helpful for us to know when the students are around in the summer so when we know when to sent the job announcement each year.
Thank you!
Cynthia Butler
Watershed Adventures
510-371-0154 x412
Also, can you please let me know what your summer program schedule is? It would be helpful for us to know when the students are around in the summer so when we know when to sent the job announcement each year.
Thank you!
Cynthia Butler
Watershed Adventures
510-371-0154 x412
Thursday, June 26, 2008
People’s Grocery Cooking Instructor
People’s Grocery
Cooking Instructor
Job Announcement
People’s Grocery is a community based organization that develops creative solutions to West Oakland’s social, economic, environmental, and health concerns. Our work aims to build a local food system that improves the health and economy of the West Oakland community through social enterprises, urban agricultural projects, and educational programs.
People’s Grocery is seeking a community oriented Nutritional Cooking Instructor to teach regular classes to youth and adults in West Oakland. The Nutritional Cooking Instructor teaches youth about healthy ingredient selection, food preparation techniques, nutritional properties of food, and general health and nutrition. The ideal candidate will bring their own healthy recipes to the table but also be willing to incorporate existing curriculum and nutrition resources. Target audience is West Oakland residents, particularly those with nutrition related chronic disease. Adult sessions consist of 6 classes, taught once a week. Youth sessions are bi-monthly and based on the academic year. The Nutritional Cooking Instructor is a contractual position that works closely with the Community Outreach and Education team and reports to the Education Director.
Responsibilities Include:
· Coordinate with People’s Grocery urban agriculture staff to incorporate organic, seasonal, and fresh fruits and vegetables into lessons
· Teach 8 sessions of 6 week adult classes a year
· Teach 2 semesters of youth classes, 2 classes/month, for elementary school youth
· Teach 3 – 5 cooking workshops for People’s Grocery’s other programs (grub parties, summer youth program, fundraising events, etc.)
· Document recipes
· Work with Education Director on curriculum development and resource distribution
· Work with Education Director to implement evaluation tools and track results
· Represent People’s Grocery to class participants and connect participants to other programs within the organization
Qualifications and Skills:
· Cultural competency in working with the West Oakland community
· Background in healthy eating and nutrition
· Training and/or experience in conducting cooking classes
· Ability to work well in a team
· Experience in teaching both adults and youth
· Ability to speak Spanish a plus
· Must have a valid California license and clean driving record
· Must be able to climb stairs and lift at least 60lbs.
This position is an independent contractor position. Instructor works with Education Director to set class hours.
Compensation: Depends upon experience
Application Deadline: ASAP. Position open until filled
Find out more information at www.peoplesgrocery.org.
Please send cover letter and resume to Diana@peoplesgrocery.org. For more information contact Diana Abellera at (510) 652-7607.
Cooking Instructor
Job Announcement
People’s Grocery is a community based organization that develops creative solutions to West Oakland’s social, economic, environmental, and health concerns. Our work aims to build a local food system that improves the health and economy of the West Oakland community through social enterprises, urban agricultural projects, and educational programs.
People’s Grocery is seeking a community oriented Nutritional Cooking Instructor to teach regular classes to youth and adults in West Oakland. The Nutritional Cooking Instructor teaches youth about healthy ingredient selection, food preparation techniques, nutritional properties of food, and general health and nutrition. The ideal candidate will bring their own healthy recipes to the table but also be willing to incorporate existing curriculum and nutrition resources. Target audience is West Oakland residents, particularly those with nutrition related chronic disease. Adult sessions consist of 6 classes, taught once a week. Youth sessions are bi-monthly and based on the academic year. The Nutritional Cooking Instructor is a contractual position that works closely with the Community Outreach and Education team and reports to the Education Director.
Responsibilities Include:
· Coordinate with People’s Grocery urban agriculture staff to incorporate organic, seasonal, and fresh fruits and vegetables into lessons
· Teach 8 sessions of 6 week adult classes a year
· Teach 2 semesters of youth classes, 2 classes/month, for elementary school youth
· Teach 3 – 5 cooking workshops for People’s Grocery’s other programs (grub parties, summer youth program, fundraising events, etc.)
· Document recipes
· Work with Education Director on curriculum development and resource distribution
· Work with Education Director to implement evaluation tools and track results
· Represent People’s Grocery to class participants and connect participants to other programs within the organization
Qualifications and Skills:
· Cultural competency in working with the West Oakland community
· Background in healthy eating and nutrition
· Training and/or experience in conducting cooking classes
· Ability to work well in a team
· Experience in teaching both adults and youth
· Ability to speak Spanish a plus
· Must have a valid California license and clean driving record
· Must be able to climb stairs and lift at least 60lbs.
This position is an independent contractor position. Instructor works with Education Director to set class hours.
Compensation: Depends upon experience
Application Deadline: ASAP. Position open until filled
Find out more information at www.peoplesgrocery.org.
Please send cover letter and resume to Diana@peoplesgrocery.org. For more information contact Diana Abellera at (510) 652-7607.
Monday, June 23, 2008
People’s Grocery Community Outreach and Education Coordinator
People’s Grocery
Community Outreach and Education Coordinator
Job Description
People’s Grocery is a community based organization that develops creative solutions to West Oakland’s social, economic, environmental, and health concerns. Our work aims to build a local food system that improves the health and economy of the West Oakland community through social enterprises, urban agricultural projects, and educational programs.
People’s Grocery is seeking a versatile, experienced, outgoing and motivated individual to lead the organization’s outreach efforts and support youth interns as the Community Outreach and Education Coordinator. The critical function is to support People’s Grocery’s programs as the main liaison between the organization and the community members. In addition, this position works directly with youth interns after school to support their learning and leadership. This position reports to the Community Education Director and works collaboratively with staff to organize events, field requests, and conduct outreach to the West Oakland community. The position is based on building relationships with youth, residents, and community groups.
Responsibilities Include:
· Community Events (30%):
Coordinate, organize, and deliver monthly Grub Parties: program design, artist and chef recruitment, logistics, outreach, etc.
Promote the grub parties to the community and encourage repeat attendance.
Plan for 3 months of events in advance.
Present, table and/or speak on behalf of People’s Grocery at community events, health fairs, conferences, etc. Target is 10 people/week.
Attend community meetings and events to represent People’s Grocery
Create and organize special events such as program graduations, nutrition festivals, etc.
Develop multi-media promotion strategies including radio, and print media.
Peer2Peer Education Program (20%):
Provide daily supervision and training to peer educators.
Work with youth to conduct outreach for after school peer to peer presentations.
Develop promotional and outreach materials for the Peer2Peer Education Program.
Work with peer educators to develop “Be Healthy” Online and Multi-media Campaign content for nutrition education.
Cooking Classes (15%):
Recruit at least 8 applicants for each session of the cooking class and work with cooking instructor in developing a system for retention.
Coordinate and schedule cooking demonstrations with Nutritional Cooking Instructor and staff.
Represent People’s Grocery at each cooking class session to connect the participants and instructor to other programs.
Produce Box (15%):
Work with urban agriculture team to recruit and maintain 25 families/week to subscribe to the People’s Grub Box.
Work with Urban Ag staff and youth in nutrition education delivery at the People’s Grub Box distribution sites.
· Summer Job Training Program (10%):
Recruit residents to apply to the summer program
Assist in program implementation and training as needed
Organize end of summer graduation event
Administration (10%):
o Develop and maintain outreach and education resources on website
o Generate outreach materials and strategies for enhancing and building People’s Grocery’s membership program
o Attend weekly department and staff meetings
o Attend other meetings may be scheduled on an as-needed basis
o Respond to email and telephone communications
o Maintain contacts through People’s Grocery’s database
o Evaluate and track program outcomes
Qualifications and Skills:
· Strong commitment to social, economic, and environmental justice
· Good relationship with and experience in the West Oakland community
· Good understanding of culturally relevant programs and means of communication
· Solid event planning experience
· Community organizing, outreach, or marketing background
· Ability to be a spokesperson for the organization
· Strong organizational and planning skills and attention to detail
· Experience with and desire to work with youth, especially with teens
· Good “people skills’, including ability to engage in respectful conversation
· Highly self-organized, punctual and able to work within deadlines
· Basic proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook, Publisher
· Proficiency in writing and communication skills
· Willing to make a minimum of a 1 year commitment to working at People’s Grocery
· Ability to speak Spanish a plus
· Must have a valid California license and clean driving record
· Must be able to climb stairs and lift at least 60lbs.
· Must have a flexible schedule to attend community events throughout the week and weekends
This position is full time exempt. Must work some weekends when needed.
Compensation: Salary depends on experience. Includes benefits.
Application Deadline: July 31, 2008.
Find out more information at www.peoplesgrocery.org.
Please send cover letter and resume to Diana@peoplesgrocery.org. For more information contact Diana Abellera at (510) 652-7607.
Community Outreach and Education Coordinator
Job Description
People’s Grocery is a community based organization that develops creative solutions to West Oakland’s social, economic, environmental, and health concerns. Our work aims to build a local food system that improves the health and economy of the West Oakland community through social enterprises, urban agricultural projects, and educational programs.
People’s Grocery is seeking a versatile, experienced, outgoing and motivated individual to lead the organization’s outreach efforts and support youth interns as the Community Outreach and Education Coordinator. The critical function is to support People’s Grocery’s programs as the main liaison between the organization and the community members. In addition, this position works directly with youth interns after school to support their learning and leadership. This position reports to the Community Education Director and works collaboratively with staff to organize events, field requests, and conduct outreach to the West Oakland community. The position is based on building relationships with youth, residents, and community groups.
Responsibilities Include:
· Community Events (30%):
Coordinate, organize, and deliver monthly Grub Parties: program design, artist and chef recruitment, logistics, outreach, etc.
Promote the grub parties to the community and encourage repeat attendance.
Plan for 3 months of events in advance.
Present, table and/or speak on behalf of People’s Grocery at community events, health fairs, conferences, etc. Target is 10 people/week.
Attend community meetings and events to represent People’s Grocery
Create and organize special events such as program graduations, nutrition festivals, etc.
Develop multi-media promotion strategies including radio, and print media.
Peer2Peer Education Program (20%):
Provide daily supervision and training to peer educators.
Work with youth to conduct outreach for after school peer to peer presentations.
Develop promotional and outreach materials for the Peer2Peer Education Program.
Work with peer educators to develop “Be Healthy” Online and Multi-media Campaign content for nutrition education.
Cooking Classes (15%):
Recruit at least 8 applicants for each session of the cooking class and work with cooking instructor in developing a system for retention.
Coordinate and schedule cooking demonstrations with Nutritional Cooking Instructor and staff.
Represent People’s Grocery at each cooking class session to connect the participants and instructor to other programs.
Produce Box (15%):
Work with urban agriculture team to recruit and maintain 25 families/week to subscribe to the People’s Grub Box.
Work with Urban Ag staff and youth in nutrition education delivery at the People’s Grub Box distribution sites.
· Summer Job Training Program (10%):
Recruit residents to apply to the summer program
Assist in program implementation and training as needed
Organize end of summer graduation event
Administration (10%):
o Develop and maintain outreach and education resources on website
o Generate outreach materials and strategies for enhancing and building People’s Grocery’s membership program
o Attend weekly department and staff meetings
o Attend other meetings may be scheduled on an as-needed basis
o Respond to email and telephone communications
o Maintain contacts through People’s Grocery’s database
o Evaluate and track program outcomes
Qualifications and Skills:
· Strong commitment to social, economic, and environmental justice
· Good relationship with and experience in the West Oakland community
· Good understanding of culturally relevant programs and means of communication
· Solid event planning experience
· Community organizing, outreach, or marketing background
· Ability to be a spokesperson for the organization
· Strong organizational and planning skills and attention to detail
· Experience with and desire to work with youth, especially with teens
· Good “people skills’, including ability to engage in respectful conversation
· Highly self-organized, punctual and able to work within deadlines
· Basic proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook, Publisher
· Proficiency in writing and communication skills
· Willing to make a minimum of a 1 year commitment to working at People’s Grocery
· Ability to speak Spanish a plus
· Must have a valid California license and clean driving record
· Must be able to climb stairs and lift at least 60lbs.
· Must have a flexible schedule to attend community events throughout the week and weekends
This position is full time exempt. Must work some weekends when needed.
Compensation: Salary depends on experience. Includes benefits.
Application Deadline: July 31, 2008.
Find out more information at www.peoplesgrocery.org.
Please send cover letter and resume to Diana@peoplesgrocery.org. For more information contact Diana Abellera at (510) 652-7607.
Friday, June 20, 2008
JOB OPPORTUNITIES listed by SF Bay Joint Venture
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Science Programs Director, San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory closes July 11
Environmental Analyst I/II, Contra Costa County Public Works closes July 18
IBCC Science Panel Coordinator, International Boreal Conservation Campaign closes June 30
Resource Planner II, Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District closes June 27
Fisheries Research Permit Specialist -12 month contract position, NOAA’s National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) Open until filled
Education Specialist, Klamath Bird Observatory July 16 or until filled
Youth Education Projects Lead (Education & Outreach Team) , Klamath Bird Observatory June 30, 2008 or until filled
Executive Director, San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory Open until filled
Executive Director, Fort Mason Foundation Open until filled
San Francisco Bay Area Special License Plate Coordinator Contract Position Open until filled
Fluvial Geomorphologist or Sediment Transport Engineer, Philip Williams & Associates Open until filled
Coastal Engineer, Philip Williams & Associates Open until filled
Civil Engineer/Hydrologist, Philip Williams & Associates Open until filled
Research Coordinator, San Francisco Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve Open until filled
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, FARALLONES MARINE SANCTUARY ASSOCIATION Open until filled
Habitat Restoration Director, Save the Bay Open until filled
Part-Time Field Educator, Community-based Restoration Program, Save the Bay Open until filled
These and other opportunities can be found on our website at http://www.sfbayjv.org/jobs.html
Science Programs Director, San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory closes July 11
Environmental Analyst I/II, Contra Costa County Public Works closes July 18
IBCC Science Panel Coordinator, International Boreal Conservation Campaign closes June 30
Resource Planner II, Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District closes June 27
Fisheries Research Permit Specialist -12 month contract position, NOAA’s National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) Open until filled
Education Specialist, Klamath Bird Observatory July 16 or until filled
Youth Education Projects Lead (Education & Outreach Team) , Klamath Bird Observatory June 30, 2008 or until filled
Executive Director, San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory Open until filled
Executive Director, Fort Mason Foundation Open until filled
San Francisco Bay Area Special License Plate Coordinator Contract Position Open until filled
Fluvial Geomorphologist or Sediment Transport Engineer, Philip Williams & Associates Open until filled
Coastal Engineer, Philip Williams & Associates Open until filled
Civil Engineer/Hydrologist, Philip Williams & Associates Open until filled
Research Coordinator, San Francisco Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve Open until filled
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, FARALLONES MARINE SANCTUARY ASSOCIATION Open until filled
Habitat Restoration Director, Save the Bay Open until filled
Part-Time Field Educator, Community-based Restoration Program, Save the Bay Open until filled
These and other opportunities can be found on our website at http://www.sfbayjv.org/jobs.html
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