Summer 2009 Field Biological Science Technician Sierras USFS

Summer 2009 Field Positions
Biological Science Technician GS-5 ($14.74-17.40/hour)


The US Forest Service will be hiring one or more Student Biological Science Technicians with the Aquatic Ecology Group of the Sierra Nevada Research Center (US Forest Service, Pacific Southwest Research Station). These positions involve field research at various locations in the high Sierra Nevada backcountry (above 10,000 feet), including a research site in Kings Canyon National Park and Golden Trout Wilderness.

The successful applicant will participate in long-term research on the aquatic biota of the high Sierra, especially the mountain yellow-legged frog, Rana sierrae. Research on the golden trout, Oncorhynchus mykiss aguabonita, in Golden Trout Wilderness is also planned. Studies vary from population status monitoring, climate change effects, and grazing effects on the herpetofauna in high elevation environments. Field research includes count surveys and PIT tagging of frogs in alpine lakes and meadows, operation of a GPS unit and other electronic field devices, and gear organization.

Applicant must have extensive experience in backcountry backpacking and camping, especially at high elevation and for extended periods of time. The abilities to live outdoors, work extended days in the field (8-10 days at a time), carry loads up to 50lbs, and conduct field work under adverse weather conditions and uneven terrains are essential. The abilities to follow instructions and get along with others in tight quarters are also very important. Having previous experience capturing and handling amphibians, inserting PIT tags, and conducting Visual Encounter Surveys is a plus.

While in the field, we provide the tents, sleeping bags, backpack, field stove, and cookware. The applicant must supply other personal gear (adequate clothing and boots, etc.). There is a small per-diem field pay (about $35/day) in addition to salary. The appointment is for the duration of the field research season, from late May/early June through mid-September (possibly longer, depending on weather and availability). This is a STUDENT appointment: applicants MUST be US citizens and currently registered undergraduate or graduate students (at least half-time), or plan to attend school in the following semester. The nearest town to the field sites is Bishop, CA and work schedules are approximately 8 to 10 days on and 4 to 6 days off. Housing is not guaranteed, but might be possible in Bishop or Mammoth Lakes, CA. The research office is in Albany, CA.

For more information about our research, please visit our website: http://www.fs.fed.us/psw/programs/snrc/aquatic/index.html or contact csendak@fs.fed.us . To apply, email a cover letter, resume, and three references to Carrie Sendak at csendak@fs.fed.us by February 9th, 2009.

People’s Grocery Individual Donor Manager West Oakland

People’s Grocery
Individual Donor Manager
Job Description
The Individual Donor Manager plays a key role in the vitality and longevity of People’s Grocery
and is fundamental in enabling the organization to better serve the community and reach towards
its long-term vision. In partnership with the Executive Director, program staff, and the board, the
Individual Donor Manager will build an individual donations strategy and assist in raising funds to
cover the costs of programmatic activities as well as in enabling the organization to strive towards
its goals for growth. The primary focus of this job is cultivating and expanding the base of
individual donors over time, through events, one-on-one meetings, letters and phone calls.
Strategies used are limited only by the bounds of creativity to which this position inspires.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Developing, managing and implementing a comprehensive individual donor fundraising
strategy in coordination with the Executive Director and the Board.
• Organizing fundraising events, such as regular house or garden parties or an annual
dinner.
• Organizing tours of People’s Grocery to bring in new supporters.
• Communicating with existing and prospective donors.through phone calls, meetings,
letters, e-mails and web relations.
• Tracking and following up on pledges, donor research, analysis of donor giving, and
creating donor appreciation methods.
• Managing donations, pledges and donor relations data in the Salesforce database.
• Attending events and conferences when appropriate.
• Engaging staff and board in fundraising strategies.
Skills and Qualifications:
• At least 2 years experience and demonstrated success as a primary fundraiser for an
organization with a budget of $250,000/yr or larger.
• At least 3 years proven track record with individual donor cultivation.
• Strong research, planning and writing skills, attention to detail, data management skills,
and excellent follow through.
• Highly organized, punctual and able to work within deadlines.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook, and familiarity with Quickbooks. Experience with
Salesforce database preferred but not required.
• Must understand and be inspired by the goals and objectives of People’s Grocery.
• Some familiarity with issues of food access, health, nutrition, youth development, social
entrepreneurship, and urban agriculture.
• Relationship with and commitment to the West Oakland community.
• Ability to work effectively in a team setting and maintain strong inter-organizational
communication.
• Experience working in communities of color preferred.
• Strong communication skills, ability to build relationships with a variety of people.
• Must be able to climb stairs.
• Must have a flexible schedule to accommodate deadlines.
• Must commitment to a minimum of one year in the position.
Oakland residents, people of color, women, and LGBT persons encouraged to apply.
Hours: .50FTE (20 hours) to start. May be eligible for full time work pending funding. Must
work some weekends when needed.
Compensation: $26/hr.
Send a resume with cover letter by February 15, 2009 to diana@peoplesgrocery.org.

People’s Grocery Development Manager West Oakland

People’s Grocery
Development Manager
The Development Manager plays an important role in the strategic growth and long-term
stability of People’s Grocery and enables People’s Grocery to fulfill its mission and services to
the West Oakland community. The Development Manager will work closely with the Executive
Director to oversee the organization’s grant activities with foundations, government agencies,
and corporations. The Development Director will work closely with management staff to identify
potential funding, craft development materials, and build/strengthen relationships with funders.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Coordinate with the Executive Director on all grant activities, including funder relations, grant
writing, reporting, and research.
• Establish and maintain relationships with funding contacts, including coordinating meetings,
site visits and post-grant follow-up.
• Work with the Executive Director to create and manage fundraising plans, dockets, and
budgets.
• Work with staff to identify fundraising needs and priorities.
• Maintain a system of tracking and recording contacts, deadlines, and decisions.
• When appropriate, assist in evaluation data collection and drafting of grant reports for
submission to grantors or for inclusion in the annual report
• Attending events and conferences when appropriate.
Skills and Qualifications:
• At least 2 years experience and demonstrated success as a primary fundraiser for an
organization with a budget of $250,000/yr or larger.
• At least 3 years proven track record with funder cultivation.
• Strong research, planning and writing skills, attention to detail, data management skills, and
excellent follow through.
• Highly organized, punctual and able to work within deadlines.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook, and familiarity with Quickbooks. Experience with
Salesforce database preferred but not required.
• Must understand and be inspired by the goals and objectives of People’s Grocery.
• Some familiarity with issues of food access, health, nutrition, youth development, social
entrepreneurship, and urban agriculture.
• Relationship with and commitment to the West Oakland community.
• Ability to work effectively in a team setting and maintain strong inter-organizational
communication.
• Experience working in communities of color preferred.
• Strong communication skills, ability to build relationships with a variety of people.
• Must be able to climb stairs.
• Must have a flexible schedule to accommodate deadlines.
• Must commit to a minimum of one year in the position.
Oakland residents, people of color, women, and LGBT persons encouraged to apply.
Hours: .50FTE (20 hours) to start. May be eligible for full time work pending funding. Must work
some weekends when needed.
Compensation: $26/hr.
Send a cover letter, resume, and writing sample of 1 – 2 pages by February 15, 2009 to
diana@peoplesgrocery.org.

Art rfp for emeryville bus stops

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is requesting proposals from emerging and professional artists working in two-
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art. Artists must be 18 years of age or older, and live, work, or attend
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FYI London Community Action on Climate Change in Tooting

Job Opportunity: Community Action on Climate Change in Tooting

From January — May 2009, London 21 shall be running an innovative outreach programme around Climate Change in Tooting as part of a wider programme entitled 'Energise London.'

This programme shall seek to identify barriers to change, and support People in changing their own behaviour both within their Homes and their Community. This work will be done in close cooperation with local Activists and Community and Voluntary Groups.

London 21 is now looking to employ a Climate Change Community Engagement Worker (for 4 days a week for three months). The position will start soon. Their role will be to run a programme of Community-based activities and to work with local Volunteers. Training for the Worker and the Volunteers will be provided. If you are available now, have experience of working with local Communities and Individuals on action to cut Carbon Emissions and want to deliver real change while building your own skills, then e-mail now, asking for details and a job description. In the first instance, contact Chris Church, Chair, London 21 at chrischurch@phonecoop.coop.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS Organiztional Capacity Alameda County Watershed Forum

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
Enhancing the Organizational Capacity of the Alameda County Watershed Forum
Through Technical Assistance
Summary
The Alameda County Watershed Forum (Forum) is seeking proposals from qualified technical assistance providers offering organizational development services in a number of categories including: organizational and leadership development, funding development, financial management, program development, project management, establishing performance measures, marketing and communications. Specifically, the Alameda County Resource Conservation District (ACRCD) will be contracting with a technical assistance provider to build the organizational capacity of the Alameda County Watershed Forum in order to increase the impact of the Forum for the larger Alameda County watershed community.
Background
The Forum was established in 2005 and includes members from state and local agencies, local non-profit environmental and education organizations, community volunteer groups, and private citizens all working to improve the health of Alameda County watersheds. The main goals of the Forum are to 1) foster collaboration among agencies and individuals interested in the health and well-being of Alameda County watersheds, 2) share information, expertise, and ideas on watershed related issues, and 3) encourage efforts to protect and enhance creeks and watersheds in Alameda County.
Though the Forum is loosely structured, it has made significant achievements while operating with limited resources and the voluntary contributions of a few core stakeholders. However, the Forum has recognized its need to solidify as an organization and will be seeking the services of a program coordinator.
The Forum typically meets every other month, and has a planning committee that meets once during the month between full Forum meetings to plan meetings, make decisions about administrative matters, and develop program proposals for presenting to the Forum members at regular meetings.
Scope of Work
Prior to filling the program coordinator position, the Forum needs assistance with developing the group’s organizational structure, program development, and securing funding for ongoing coordination services in order to better meet the needs of the Alameda County watershed community.
The Forum planning committee (Committee) will select the technical assistance provider (Contractor) who will be awarded the contract with ACRCD (Contract Administrator) to perform the services as outlined in the proposal. The Committee will provide ongoing oversight and review of the services being provided by the Contractor as performed under the contract.
Budget and Terms of Project
This is a short-term contract and all tasks are expected to be completed within six months of a contract start date. The budget range for this project is $15K to $25K.
Proposal and Qualifications
Successful applicants must be able to clearly demonstrate how their services will strengthen and enhance the Forum and will help secure funding for ongoing coordination.
Proposal content and completeness are important and, although proposal length is not limited, clarity and conciseness are essential and will be considered in assessing the Contractor’s capabilities. The Proposal should include:
 Work Plan
 Clear description of proposed services with linkages to timeline and evaluation process.
 Evidence of Impact
 How the proposed services will positively impact the Forum, and how that impact will be measured.
 Evidence that past services provided by the applicant had a sustained impact on the organizations served.
 Detailed Budget
 Submit a cost proposal and fee schedule. The budget range for this project is $15K to $25K.
 Detailed budget for each proposed service item, differentiating between direct labor costs, and indirect costs.
 Clear explanation of how grant funds can be leveraged to enhance the scope and quality of services provided to the Forum.
 Technical Experience and Qualifications
 The capacity building services your organization provides, how these services are provided and the models your organization finds most effective for providing technical assistance.
 Programmatic capabilities and ability to successfully deliver the proposed services including staff expertise/qualifications, staff knowledge, resources, organizational experience and past history in performing services similar to those proposed.
 Recommendations from past clients and/or an independent evaluation of the applicant’s capacity building services.
 ACRCD Contract requirements
 ACRCD will provide a contract document immediately following the selection of the Contractor, which will include a Scope of Work and budget, for review and approval by the Committee and the ACRCD previous to signature by the Contractor.
 The Contractor must provide evidence of general liability insurance for coverage for not less than $1M for personal injury to each person, $1M per occurrence involving property damage, or a single limit policy of not less than $1M covering all claims per occurrence.
Proposal Submittal and Selection Process
An electronic copy of the proposal and any sample work must be submitted in PDF file form to Sharon Gosselin at Sharon@acpwa.org by or before 5:00 p.m., February 19. 2009. A selection group from the Forum will review all proposals and create a short list of top candidates to interview. Interviews are scheduled to be held on Tuesday, March 3rd. The proposed contract start date for this project is March 20, 2009.
Please call or email Sharon Gosselin at 510-670-6547 or Sharon@acpwa.org with any questions.

Restoration Program Manager The Friends of Sausal Creek (FOSC) in Oakland

Job Announcement: Restoration Program Manager
The Friends of Sausal Creek (FOSC) in Oakland, California, a 501(c)(3), is seeking a Restoration
Program Manager to support its field operations. FOSC is a community-based grassroots
partnership of residents, teachers, students, merchants, and elected officials working together to
improve the Sausal Creek Watershed, with an ultimate vision of a healthy riparian corridor linking
the hills and the Bay.
Definition
The Restoration Program Manager will be responsible for maintaining our on-going watershed
restoration efforts. S/he will work closely with the Nursery Manager under the direction of the
Executive Director to achieve objectives and goals set out by the Board of Directors. FOSC
Restoration and Nursery Programs rely on volunteer labor, so outreach to and coordination of
volunteers is an essential part of the job.
Terms
This is a staff position, without benefits. The term of the job will be based upon funding availability,
starting end of February 2009 and currently extending until July 2009. The rate of pay is $19.00 per
hour; the number of hours required is 15-20 per week. The Manager will be responsible for his/her
own transportation and computer. Worker’s Compensation is provided.
General Characteristics and Required Skills
The Restoration Manager must have adequate knowledge of the practice of ecological restoration, as
this is a hands-on job. Understanding of native plant nursery management, native plants, and
environmental education is a plus—this job will require interface with all programs. A degree in a
related field of study or two years work experience in the field is required. S/he must enjoy working
with people in the field, be flexible and adaptive as needs arise with the nursery, grant obligations,
and funding, and should have experience coordinating groups of volunteers of various ages,
ethnicities, and numbers. The successful candidate will be able to:
􀂃 Plan and implement field projects and events
􀂃 Develop and follow work plans and time-lines
􀂃 Work independently and also accept feedback from Executive Director, Board members,
volunteers, peers and the Restoration Committee
􀂃 Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
􀂃 Conduct outreach to attract volunteer groups
􀂃 Facilitate groups of volunteers
􀂃 Be flexible, engaging with native plant nursery and environmental education programs
periodically
􀂃 Engage in some computer work; have a good working knowledge of word-processing,
database, and spreadsheet software
Direction Received
The Manager receives guidance and direction from the FOSC Board of Directors and the Executive
Director. Because there is no centralized office, it is essential that the Manager have the experience
and motivation to work independently with minimal day-to-day supervision while keeping interested
parties informed.
Selection Process
All applications must be received no later than Friday, February 6, 2009. To apply, please email a
resume and cover letter to Sara Marcellino at coordinator@sausalcreek.org.

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PROGRAMS MANAGER (part-time) at Urban Sprouts and INSTRUCTOR JOB

1. Job Opening: COMMUNITY PROGRAMS MANAGER (part-time) at Urban Sprouts

What is Urban Sprouts?
Urban Sprouts is a school garden program that serves low-income youth from San Francisco's under-served neighborhoods. We teach youth to grow, harvest, prepare and eat vegetables from the school garden in order to help youth become more engaged in school, eat better, exercise more, and connect with the environment and each other.

Urban Sprouts uses garden-based education to:

Improve students' learning in science and their ecoliteracy (environmental awareness and responsibility).
Improve students' nutrition and physical fitness.
Build community involvement within urban schools.
Help youth and their families take action to improve food access and environmental justice in their communities.


This year we'll work with over 750 youth at six San Francisco public schools: Aptos Middle School, International Studies Academy, June Jordan School for Equity, Martin Luther King, Jr. Middle School, SF Community School, and Ida B. Wells Continuation High School.

Job Description
The Community Programs Manager will organize a greater community of support around Urban Sprouts' core in-school program, engaging school families, individuals and businesses. Members of this community will volunteer in our garden-based education classes, attend garden work parties, make in-kind donations of supplies, and become educated on issues that affect Urban Sprouts, like garden-based education, food policy, and food systems change. The Community Programs Manager will engage with school families specifically to help them strengthen the impacts of our programs for their children and to grow food within our school gardens for family and community consumption.

Job Responsibilities

Manage the volunteer program, including recruiting, clearing, orienting/training, retaining and supporting individual volunteers and corporate groups who help during garden classes and work days.
Collaborate with Urban Sprouts' Garden Educators to plan Garden Party Work Days at each school. Coordinate outreach and communications, assist in developing building projects for garden structures, and manage volunteer groups during the work day.
Organize school families at school sites to become advocates for the school garden. Attend PTA meetings and school events, and work closely with school Parent Liaison staff.
Organize community volunteers to become educated advocates for issues related to our mission, using online social media and social networking tools.
Coordinate with Garden Educators to identify needed in-kind supply donations from businesses and corporations; coordinate receiving and distribution of donated supplies.
Pilot Urban Sprouts' new Family Garden Plots program at two sites, in which parents will serve as garden Interns, each with their own garden plot within the school garden.
Promote the mission wherever possible; represent Urban Sprouts in public meetings and forums and support organizational communications, as needed by the Executive Director.
Monitor, document and report on all activities and results in a timely and thorough manner, to the Executive Director.
Participate in regular and ongoing communication with other staff through meetings and online project management tools.


Desired Skills and Experience

Knowledge of or interest in issues relating to small-scale food production / gardening, food systems, farm/food policy, health and nutrition, youth and their families, urban schools and social justice.
At least 3-5 years of experience in program coordination, volunteer management, organizing, teaching, school support work, and/or group facilitation.
Demonstrated knowledge of small-scale food production required and of nutrition / public health preferred.
A Bachelor's degree or equivalent preferred.
Bilingual and/or bi-cultural preferred (languages include Spanish, Tagalog, Cantonese).
Demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations including youth and adults.
Strong oral and written communication skills, including public speaking skills.
Strong computer skills, organizational and project management skills must be demonstrated.
Strong skills in interpersonal communication, collaboration, and emotional intelligence.
Ability to work independently, flexible, strives for excellence, creative thinker

This is a part-time position working 25-30 hours per week, $45,000-49,000 FTE, depending on experience, and includes health and vacation/sick benefits.

To Apply
Please send a resume, cover letter and contact information for three references, via email to Abby Jaramillo, Executive Director, at abby@urbansprouts.org . For more information, visit our website/blog at urbansprouts.blogspot.com
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Abby R. Jaramillo
Director
Urban Sprouts
abby@urbansprouts.org
(415) 648-4596
http://urbansprouts.blogspot.com






2. Job Opening: Sunset Green Ecology Instructor at Sunset Neighborhood Beacon

Position Title: Sunset Green Ecology Instructor
Reports to: Rec Connect Program Director
Employee Status: Part-Time, Non-Exempt ($20 per hour, Thursday evenings 7:00-8:30pm, 1 1/2 hour of class time, 1 1/2 hours of paid out-of-class preparation time - 3 total hours per week)
The Sunset Neighborhood Beacon Center (SNBC) provides supports and opportunities to ensure the healthy development of children, youth, and adults in the Sunset community. SNBC offers a wide variety of educational and recreational programs at no charge to the community, including technology instruction to children and adults.
As part of SNBC's Rec Connect program, SNBC offers "Sunset Green", a high school course intended to teach students how they can impact their local environment to promote conscientious purchasing, conservation of resources, political activism, and take advantage of technological advances to turn the Sunset into a more sustainable place to live. Class will serve approximately 15 children per week. Instructor will be responsible for designing a weekly curriculum that both educates students about our current environmental crisis and directs them to undertake pragmatic projects to effect positive change.


Qualifications:
· Experience working with youth
· Proficiency as a teacher
· Extensive knowledge of implementable strategies and projects which can create a more sustainable local environment.
· Energetic, dynamic, and capable of sharing that enthusiasm with youth.
· Self-starter with strong initiative and ability to design, implement, and evaluate a three month curriculum.
· Well organized.

Upon Hire:
· Fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice.
· TB test clearance.
· Health Clearance.
· Three Reference checks
· DMV check


Duties:
· Instruct the Sunset Green course.
· Design and implement a class curriculum.
· Conduct weekly classes in a safe, educational, and fun manner.
· Secure attendance and evaluation data as required by the Rec Connect Initiative and SNBC.
· Regularly monitor program quality and content, including participant attendance and level of interest.
· Represent self and Agency in a professional manner.
· Support and model SNBC's Core Values: Respect, Integrity, Courage, Hope, Innovation.
· Demonstrate sensitivity and responsiveness to cultural and age differences.
· Perform additional duties as assigned by the Rec Connect Coordinator.

Compensation: $20/hour for 3 hours (Thursdays: 7-8:30pm, 1 ½ total hours of instruction; 1 ½ hours of prep time)
Start Date: February 5th, 2009
End Date: March 12th, 2009- with option to extend through school year

If interested, send resume to:

Ryan McCarthy, Rec Connect Program Director
3925 Noriega Street
San Francisco, CA 94122
Email: rmccarthy@snbc.org
415.694.3624
www.snbc.org
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West Oakland Environmental Indicators Project - Community Organizer

West Oakland Environmental Indicators Project - Community Organizer
The West Oakland Environmental Indicators Project, a community-based non-profit education and advocacy organization has an immediate opening for an experienced Community Organizer.
The campaign goals of the WOEIP are:reducing health risks to West Oakland residents associated with the movement of goods to and from the Port of Oakland, seeking to move polluting trucks and truck related businesses out of West Oakland residential neighborhoods and to identify and reclaim contaminated lands for the benefit of the community.

ROLE
The role of the community organizer position is to educate, organize, nurture and sustain a movement to empower and develop leadership among West Oakland residents impacted by polluted air and contaminated land. We seek an organizer with 2-3 years experience, who is ready to take on responsibility for organizing residents and building the membership for the WOEIP.

This is not a desk job. If you like people, and want to stimulate change at the grassroots level in a dynamic political atmosphere, this might be the job for you!

The WOEIP Community Organizer will:
1. Conduct outreach and education to West Oakland residents on air quality and land-use issues, using door-to-door direct contact and presentations to community and faith-base organizations.
2. Build EIP membership using person-to-person relationship- building, and other creative methods of engagement, to recruit and train residents to become active participants in our air quality and land use campaigns.
3. Empower residents through advocacy and leadership training targeting the negative impacts of freight transport and land use on West Oakland neighborhoods.
4. Support a core member group to lead work groups and campaign activities.
5. Maintain records and prepare reports related to program work
For this job you’ll need great communications skills, and 2-3 years experience in grassroots organizing with diverse ethnic groups, including outreach and leadership development. You need a BA or tech degree plus formal training in community organizing or equivalent experience developing and leading community-based campaigns. Conversational Spanish is a big plus.

Salary is $35,000/year, plus health plan, paid vacation & sick leave.

Contact:
Send cover letter, resume and three references to: WOEIPjob@yahoo. com

Or mail to: WOEIP, 1747 14th St. , Oakland , CA. 94607

EAST BAY DEPOT FOR CREATIVE REUSE CASHIER

Part time cashier approx. 2 days/week
4695 Telegraph Avenue
Oakland. CA 94609

Bring a resume.
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