JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Safe Routes to Schools Site Coordinator รข€" Part-time, Exempt
TransForm is a dynamic and growing non-profit organization based in Oakland, and the lead agency for Alameda County's Safe Routes to Schools program. Safe Routes to Schools (SR2S) is a national and international movement to create safe, convenient, and fun opportunities for children to walk, bicycle, and take transit to and from schools, with a particular emphasis on low-income schools.
TransForm seeks an experienced, highly organized individual with good communication skills to collaborate with our team in implementing our Safe Routes to Schools campaign throughout Alameda County, with a strong concentration in the southern and/or eastern parts of the county and in low income communities and communities of color. This position will be located in Oakland, CA and involve ongoing travel to various parts of the county.
We offer a friendly, fast-paced work environment with a staff focused on making positive change in the world.
Learn more about this position at http://transformca.org/about-us/jobs-transform and please pass this along to your contacts!
Saturday, August 21, 2010
Bay Area Education Coordinator, The Tuolumne River Trust
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Bay Area Education Coordinator
The Tuolumne River Trust is seeking an Education Coordinator to oversee “That’s the Tuolumne in my Tap,” our education program for 4th and 5th grade students in San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara and Alameda Counties.
About the Tuolumne River Trust
Founded in 1981, the Tuolumne River Trust is the voice for the River. We promote stewardship of the Tuolumne through: 1) education, community outreach, and adventures; 2) collaboration with a diverse array of stakeholders; 3) hands-on restoration projects; and 4) advocacy and grassroots organizing to demonstrate public support for our work.
In 1984 the Trust celebrated its first victory when it gained “Wild and Scenic” status for 83 miles of the upper Tuolumne River. In 1994, the Trust led an effort to derail a plan by the Turlock Irrigation District to dam the Clavey River – the Tuolumne’s most pristine tributary. In 1995, we played a major role in winning higher river flows for wild salmon runs in the Central Valley. And in 2008 we convinced the SFPUC to abandon a plan to divert an additional 25 million gallons of water per day from the Tuolumne River.
The Trust currently has 11 employees, thousands of members and several hundred active volunteers. For more information, please visit www.tuolumne.org.
About “That’s the Tuolumne in my Tap”
The Trust launched its Bay Area elementary school education program – “That’s the Tuolumne in my Tap” – in 2009. The program features a powerpoint presentation focusing on where our water comes from, the history and special qualities of the Tuolumne River, the animals that depend on the River, and what we all can do to help protect the River by conserving water.
Following the presentation, teachers receive follow up resources and information on home water audits, and students are given materials on water conservation programs and rebates to share with their families. This year we plan to include an essay contest as part of the program, and will coordinate with water agencies to promote school water audits and retrofits.
The Bay Area Education Coordinator position is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic team during an exciting period of growth.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Bay Area Organizer will:
Coordinate with teachers and schedule “That’s the Tuolumne in my Tap” presentations. Our goal is 400 classroom visits this school year.
Organize volunteer trainings and schedule volunteers to give approximately 200 classroom presentations.
Personally present “That’s the Tuolumne in my Tap” to approximately 200 classrooms per school year.
Assist with corporate and foundation fundraising.
Help develop other programs aimed at educating young people about the Tuolumne.
Support other Tuolumne River Trust programs when necessary.
Report to the Trust’s Bay Area Program Director.
Qualifications
We’re looking for a dynamic, passionate individual with strong organizational and communication skills who cares deeply about environmental protection and education. Other important qualifications are:
Proven ability to build relationships and work with people from different backgrounds and perspectives.
Excellent organizational and time management skills, the ability to see projects from conception to completion, and the ability to work independently as well as with a team.
Excellent written and oral communication skills and basic computer skills. Some website experience would be helpful.
Some background in environmental education and curriculum development a plus.
Some background in managing volunteers a plus.
Access to transportation to school sites.
Commitment to the Tuolumne River Trust’s mission, values and issues, and a dedication to, and passion for, the health of river ecosystems.
Salary and Benefits
The salary for this position is in the range of $30,000 - $36,000/year. The Trust provides excellent benefits and is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse staff.
How to Apply
Please email a cover letter, resume, writing sample and three professional references by September 3, 2010 to Peter Drekmeier at peter@tuolumne.org.
Bay Area Education Coordinator
The Tuolumne River Trust is seeking an Education Coordinator to oversee “That’s the Tuolumne in my Tap,” our education program for 4th and 5th grade students in San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara and Alameda Counties.
About the Tuolumne River Trust
Founded in 1981, the Tuolumne River Trust is the voice for the River. We promote stewardship of the Tuolumne through: 1) education, community outreach, and adventures; 2) collaboration with a diverse array of stakeholders; 3) hands-on restoration projects; and 4) advocacy and grassroots organizing to demonstrate public support for our work.
In 1984 the Trust celebrated its first victory when it gained “Wild and Scenic” status for 83 miles of the upper Tuolumne River. In 1994, the Trust led an effort to derail a plan by the Turlock Irrigation District to dam the Clavey River – the Tuolumne’s most pristine tributary. In 1995, we played a major role in winning higher river flows for wild salmon runs in the Central Valley. And in 2008 we convinced the SFPUC to abandon a plan to divert an additional 25 million gallons of water per day from the Tuolumne River.
The Trust currently has 11 employees, thousands of members and several hundred active volunteers. For more information, please visit www.tuolumne.org.
About “That’s the Tuolumne in my Tap”
The Trust launched its Bay Area elementary school education program – “That’s the Tuolumne in my Tap” – in 2009. The program features a powerpoint presentation focusing on where our water comes from, the history and special qualities of the Tuolumne River, the animals that depend on the River, and what we all can do to help protect the River by conserving water.
Following the presentation, teachers receive follow up resources and information on home water audits, and students are given materials on water conservation programs and rebates to share with their families. This year we plan to include an essay contest as part of the program, and will coordinate with water agencies to promote school water audits and retrofits.
The Bay Area Education Coordinator position is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic team during an exciting period of growth.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Bay Area Organizer will:
Coordinate with teachers and schedule “That’s the Tuolumne in my Tap” presentations. Our goal is 400 classroom visits this school year.
Organize volunteer trainings and schedule volunteers to give approximately 200 classroom presentations.
Personally present “That’s the Tuolumne in my Tap” to approximately 200 classrooms per school year.
Assist with corporate and foundation fundraising.
Help develop other programs aimed at educating young people about the Tuolumne.
Support other Tuolumne River Trust programs when necessary.
Report to the Trust’s Bay Area Program Director.
Qualifications
We’re looking for a dynamic, passionate individual with strong organizational and communication skills who cares deeply about environmental protection and education. Other important qualifications are:
Proven ability to build relationships and work with people from different backgrounds and perspectives.
Excellent organizational and time management skills, the ability to see projects from conception to completion, and the ability to work independently as well as with a team.
Excellent written and oral communication skills and basic computer skills. Some website experience would be helpful.
Some background in environmental education and curriculum development a plus.
Some background in managing volunteers a plus.
Access to transportation to school sites.
Commitment to the Tuolumne River Trust’s mission, values and issues, and a dedication to, and passion for, the health of river ecosystems.
Salary and Benefits
The salary for this position is in the range of $30,000 - $36,000/year. The Trust provides excellent benefits and is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse staff.
How to Apply
Please email a cover letter, resume, writing sample and three professional references by September 3, 2010 to Peter Drekmeier at peter@tuolumne.org.
Environmental Justice and Health Forum, attendance scholarships
The American Public Health Association's Environment Section would like to
invite you to attend our Environmental Justice and Health Forum on Saturday, November 6th
at the Denver Convention Center in Denver, CO. The event will begin at 4:00
pm.
This event is part of the Section's program for the annual
conference's theme on Social Justice: A Public Health Perspective. This
event will be an opportunity for community leaders, activists,
researchers, policymakers, students, and other interested stakeholders
to discuss environmental justice and health issues, development of
community-university partnerships to address environmental justice and
health issues, best practices, lessons learned, and federal initiatives
to address environmental justice and health issues.
If you are a leader of a community-based organization, the Environment
Section will provide scholarships up to $750 for you to travel to the
conference. If you plan to attend the conference and would like a
scholarship, please contact Dr. Sacoby Wilson, APHA Environment Section
Chair, at wilsons2@mailbox.sc.edu. Please let Dr. Wilson know by August
23rd.
invite you to attend our Environmental Justice and Health Forum on Saturday, November 6th
at the Denver Convention Center in Denver, CO. The event will begin at 4:00
pm.
This event is part of the Section's program for the annual
conference's theme on Social Justice: A Public Health Perspective. This
event will be an opportunity for community leaders, activists,
researchers, policymakers, students, and other interested stakeholders
to discuss environmental justice and health issues, development of
community-university partnerships to address environmental justice and
health issues, best practices, lessons learned, and federal initiatives
to address environmental justice and health issues.
If you are a leader of a community-based organization, the Environment
Section will provide scholarships up to $750 for you to travel to the
conference. If you plan to attend the conference and would like a
scholarship, please contact Dr. Sacoby Wilson, APHA Environment Section
Chair, at wilsons2@mailbox.sc.edu. Please let Dr. Wilson know by August
23rd.
JOB OPENING AT THE CHINESE PROGRESSIVE ASSOCIATION - SAN FRANCISCO
JOB OPENING AT THE CHINESE PROGRESSIVE ASSOCIATION - SAN FRANCISCO
Position: Community and Civic Engagement Organizer (FULL-TIME)
Organizational Description: Founded in 1972, the Chinese Progressive
Association (CPA) is a grassroots membership-based organization that
empowers the Chinese community in San Francisco and promotes justice and
equality for all people. CPA?s campaigns and programs improve the working
and living conditions of low-income immigrants and mobilize community
members to make a stronger voice in the decision-making processes. Our
core strategies are
organizing, leadership development and alliance building.
Job Description: The organizer position is responsible for supporting the
cross-program collaboration and civic engagement work between the adult
and youth membership programs which includes electoral, budget advocacy
and organizational campaign issues. This position will supervised by a
member of the Leadership Team.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Campaign Organizing
? Develop and conduct relevant trainings for staff and members for
campaigns
? Support staff coordination of advocacy, canvassing, outreach and direct
action on
campaigns
? Conduct strategic targeting through demographic and electoral research
? Provide feedback and evaluation for members in
? Assist in research and development of political education curriculum for
emerging organizational and community issues and program campaigns, as
needed.
? Assist in research and tracking of electoral, budget and community
issues
Base-Building and Community Collaboration
? Coordinate base-building events and activities to incorporate
organizational priorities
? Develop and Coordinate CPA Activist Membership Network to participate in
campaigns and organizational priorities
? Assist with coordinating the Eva Lowe Fellowship for Social Justice
Communications
? Assist in developing content and communications materials
? Support in translation and interpretation, as needed
Infrastructure
? Assist in developing and implement systems for tracking data (i.e. walk
lists, phone lists,
membership list)
? Support overall technology needs (i.e. using the VAN system, printing
lists, database)
? Support with admin and data entry needs
Miscellaneous
? Participate in staff meetings and discussions as needed
? Support other CPA activities as needed
QUALIFICATIONS:
? Knowledge of issues impacting low-wage immigrant Chinese community in
San Francisco
? Commitment to social, economic and environmental justice and bottom-up
social change
? Previous labor or community organizing experience preferred
? Experience in leadership development and education preferred
? Ability to work effectively with low-wage Chinese immigrant workers
? Strong organizational and communication skills
? Fluency in English required, fluency in Cantonese and Mandarin strongly
preferred.
Salary and Benefits: DOE, with good benefits package
Position is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as received.
Send resume and cover letter to Alex T. Tom, Executive Director, c/o
Hiring Committee, CPA, 1042 Grant Avenue, 5/F, San Francisco, CA 94133; by
fax: 1-415-391-6987; or by email: alex@cpasf.org.
Chinese Progressive Association is an equal opportunity employer. People
of color, women, immigrants, youths, and LGBT and differently-abled people
are encouraged to apply!
Position: Community and Civic Engagement Organizer (FULL-TIME)
Organizational Description: Founded in 1972, the Chinese Progressive
Association (CPA) is a grassroots membership-based organization that
empowers the Chinese community in San Francisco and promotes justice and
equality for all people. CPA?s campaigns and programs improve the working
and living conditions of low-income immigrants and mobilize community
members to make a stronger voice in the decision-making processes. Our
core strategies are
organizing, leadership development and alliance building.
Job Description: The organizer position is responsible for supporting the
cross-program collaboration and civic engagement work between the adult
and youth membership programs which includes electoral, budget advocacy
and organizational campaign issues. This position will supervised by a
member of the Leadership Team.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Campaign Organizing
? Develop and conduct relevant trainings for staff and members for
campaigns
? Support staff coordination of advocacy, canvassing, outreach and direct
action on
campaigns
? Conduct strategic targeting through demographic and electoral research
? Provide feedback and evaluation for members in
? Assist in research and development of political education curriculum for
emerging organizational and community issues and program campaigns, as
needed.
? Assist in research and tracking of electoral, budget and community
issues
Base-Building and Community Collaboration
? Coordinate base-building events and activities to incorporate
organizational priorities
? Develop and Coordinate CPA Activist Membership Network to participate in
campaigns and organizational priorities
? Assist with coordinating the Eva Lowe Fellowship for Social Justice
Communications
? Assist in developing content and communications materials
? Support in translation and interpretation, as needed
Infrastructure
? Assist in developing and implement systems for tracking data (i.e. walk
lists, phone lists,
membership list)
? Support overall technology needs (i.e. using the VAN system, printing
lists, database)
? Support with admin and data entry needs
Miscellaneous
? Participate in staff meetings and discussions as needed
? Support other CPA activities as needed
QUALIFICATIONS:
? Knowledge of issues impacting low-wage immigrant Chinese community in
San Francisco
? Commitment to social, economic and environmental justice and bottom-up
social change
? Previous labor or community organizing experience preferred
? Experience in leadership development and education preferred
? Ability to work effectively with low-wage Chinese immigrant workers
? Strong organizational and communication skills
? Fluency in English required, fluency in Cantonese and Mandarin strongly
preferred.
Salary and Benefits: DOE, with good benefits package
Position is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as received.
Send resume and cover letter to Alex T. Tom, Executive Director, c/o
Hiring Committee, CPA, 1042 Grant Avenue, 5/F, San Francisco, CA 94133; by
fax: 1-415-391-6987; or by email: alex@cpasf.org.
Chinese Progressive Association is an equal opportunity employer. People
of color, women, immigrants, youths, and LGBT and differently-abled people
are encouraged to apply!
Grant Workshop
The California Department of Water Resources and State Water Board
will be holding a workshop on the IRWM Planning Grant Application
process on September 2, 2010 from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the CalEPA
Building, 1001 I Street, Byron Sher Auditorium, Sacramento, CA 95814.
This workshop will be webcast and can be accessed at
http://www.calepa.ca.gov/broadcast/ You can email questions or
comments
during the webcast to DWR_IRWM@water.ca.gov
The Department of Water Resources has announced the release of the
Final Integrated Regional Water Management (IRWM) Program Guidelines
and
PSPs for the Planning Grant, Implementation Grant, and Stormwater
Flood
Management (SWFM) Grant programs. The Guidelines and PSPs will be used
to disburse the IRWM grant funding pursuant to the Safe Drinking
Water,
Water Quality and Supply, Flood Control, River and Coastal Protection
Bond Act of 2006 (Proposition 84) and SWFM grant funding pursuant to
the
Disaster Preparedness and Flood Prevention Bond Act of 2006
(Proposition
1E).
The IRWM Program is designed to encourage integrated regional
strategies for management of water resources and to provide funding
for
projects for both planning and implementation that support integrated
water management.
The Guidelines establish the general process, procedures, and criteria
that DWR will use to implement the IRWM Program including the IRWM
Planning, IRWM Implementation, and SWFM grants. The PSPs provide
specific instructions for potential applicants to apply for these
grant
programs. These newly released documents as well as other information
about the IRWM Grant Program can be found at:
http://www.water.ca.gov/irwm/index.cfm.
Thanks,
Dale Hopkins
A.L. Riley
for BAWN
will be holding a workshop on the IRWM Planning Grant Application
process on September 2, 2010 from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the CalEPA
Building, 1001 I Street, Byron Sher Auditorium, Sacramento, CA 95814.
This workshop will be webcast and can be accessed at
http://www.calepa.ca.gov/broadcast/ You can email questions or
comments
during the webcast to DWR_IRWM@water.ca.gov
The Department of Water Resources has announced the release of the
Final Integrated Regional Water Management (IRWM) Program Guidelines
and
PSPs for the Planning Grant, Implementation Grant, and Stormwater
Flood
Management (SWFM) Grant programs. The Guidelines and PSPs will be used
to disburse the IRWM grant funding pursuant to the Safe Drinking
Water,
Water Quality and Supply, Flood Control, River and Coastal Protection
Bond Act of 2006 (Proposition 84) and SWFM grant funding pursuant to
the
Disaster Preparedness and Flood Prevention Bond Act of 2006
(Proposition
1E).
The IRWM Program is designed to encourage integrated regional
strategies for management of water resources and to provide funding
for
projects for both planning and implementation that support integrated
water management.
The Guidelines establish the general process, procedures, and criteria
that DWR will use to implement the IRWM Program including the IRWM
Planning, IRWM Implementation, and SWFM grants. The PSPs provide
specific instructions for potential applicants to apply for these
grant
programs. These newly released documents as well as other information
about the IRWM Grant Program can be found at:
http://www.water.ca.gov/irwm/index.cfm.
Thanks,
Dale Hopkins
A.L. Riley
for BAWN
APA California Financial Assistance Available for Dues and Conference Registration
[Social Equity Caucus] APA California Financial Assistance Available for Dues and Conference Registration
APA California Financial Assistance Available for Dues and Conference Registration
APA California is committed to assisting its members during the difficult economic recession and has reinstated the Member Financial Support Program.
The program provides assistance for membership dues and conference registration for qualified individuals. Program details and eligibility requirements are provided by clicking here. Or copy and paste this link into your browser window:
http://www.calapa.org/attachments/wysiwyg/6201/APACaliforniaMemberFinancialSupportProgram2010.pdf
APA California Financial Assistance Available for Dues and Conference Registration
APA California is committed to assisting its members during the difficult economic recession and has reinstated the Member Financial Support Program.
The program provides assistance for membership dues and conference registration for qualified individuals. Program details and eligibility requirements are provided by clicking here. Or copy and paste this link into your browser window:
http://www.calapa.org/attachments/wysiwyg/6201/APACaliforniaMemberFinancialSupportProgram2010.pdf
Monday, August 2, 2010
help with a school garden in Alameda
Hello all,
I am looking for someone to help with a school garden in Alameda. I designed and built it last year, with the help of many of Merritt's permaculture students.
This is an elementary school in Alameda's west side. The garden is 2/3 native plants and 1/3 edibles. I have been the garden coordinator for the last two years (this is my son's school) but I am moving back to Brazil and won't be able to take care of it. What we are looking for is someone who would be available to give advice to the garden coordinator and help coordinate work days, maintenance, etc. Expect about 6-8 hours of work per month.
Please contact me if interested
Juan
bpjuan@hotmail.com
510 759 5414
I am looking for someone to help with a school garden in Alameda. I designed and built it last year, with the help of many of Merritt's permaculture students.
This is an elementary school in Alameda's west side. The garden is 2/3 native plants and 1/3 edibles. I have been the garden coordinator for the last two years (this is my son's school) but I am moving back to Brazil and won't be able to take care of it. What we are looking for is someone who would be available to give advice to the garden coordinator and help coordinate work days, maintenance, etc. Expect about 6-8 hours of work per month.
Please contact me if interested
Juan
bpjuan@hotmail.com
510 759 5414
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