Sustainable Ventures Office Assistant Berkeley

Do you want to change the world? Are you very organized and have great intention and follow through? Join us!

Seeking Support Personnel Immediate Need 12/6/08
Administrative I
· Coordinate calendars, make appointments, answer the phone, liaise with other associates via email, and support services for the Executive Director
· Receive and distribute the mail (against written or communicated procedures)
· Make and track materials needed for upcoming appointments
· Prepare electronic and paper packets, send electronic, and hard copy packets as defined.
· Order supplies and organizes office space.
· File every paper and electronic item against a defined organizational system. Maintain indices as appropriate.
· Support SV's Move Readiness Plan and other Overhead Projects
· Communicate clearly with all associates; Answer the door, greet visitors, sign for and dispose of deliveries.
· This Assistant is Sustainable Ventures' face and voice. S/he needs to represents SV with diplomacy, imagination, and effectiveness.
· Prior Office Secretary/Admin experience and excellent attention to detail required. Most desirable would be someone, who is not easily flustered and can think independently when problems arise.
· Comfortable with routine computer maintenance: navigate around network drives, make backups, and perform regular system maintenance and upgrades.

Administrative II
· Perform and log regular basic computer maintenance including: Norton anti-virus, adaware, and disk defragmentation; liaison with IT associate.
· Maintain log of petty cash disbursals; submit payroll through EChx
· Collate, produce, and archive weekly bill Transmittal Report to bookkeeper against written procedures.
· File and keep current (maintain) project binders and libraries (electronic and paper)

Administrative III
· Create and maintain a drawdown list of tasks routinely prioritized with Executive Director.
· Serve as liaison with SV Board and Advisors, outside advisors, consultants, and vendors.
· Under light supervision, write letters and send to designee.
· Track (maintain) SV programs, particularly in outreach, fundraising, and conference activities

Technical Expertise
· Computer skill set includes Microsoft office--Word, Excel, Power Point; ACT; Palm software fluency; and understanding of contact databases. Experience with web-conferencing is a plus.

Send resume to: info@SustainableVentures.us. The position is a permanent-part-time position. Sustainable Ventures is an active equal opportunity employer. Office location is five blocks from the downtown Berkeley BART station, and is on a Bicycle Boulevard. The only parking is street parking, which is 2 hours except with a permit.
Sustainable Ventures, a non-profit California educational corporation produces collective knowledge through educational materials and Working Groups. We work to ensure that people purchase, grow organizations, and invest based on integrated performance—social, environmental, governance, and financial factors—rather than financial performance alone. Check us out at www.SustainableVentures.us.

Program Assistant: Energy Efficiency Programs

Program Assistant: Energy Efficiency ProgramsThe Heschong Mahone Group is seeking a program assistant to provide administrative and organizational support for multifamily energy efficiency programs, beginning a new three-year funding cycle. This position will support multiple project managers. We seek a quick learner to help our team recruit energy efficient development projects and manage their participation in our programs. We desire an assertive and personable assistant who is a self starter, and an independent worker with the capacity to manage multiple tasks. This position requires heavy phone and database work, and good team coordination. Duties:* Initiate contact with potential program participants via phone, email and US mail, to qualify their participation and collect essential documentation* Independently manage all program applications and supporting documentation, including faxing, copying, scanning, filing, mailing, and shipping (may require short-distance driving).* Track the status of program participants, and coordinate with program team * Maintain CRM database on customer participation, and generate data reports* Support program marketing and training functions (i.e. print brochures, schedule trade shows, organize workshop logistics, etc.)* Perform Internet research functions* Back-up office receptionist duties, typically one hour per day* Other office duties as assignedRequirements:* Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills* Fluency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, and Adobe Acrobat* Experience with Microsoft CRM, or other database software* Assertive but polished phone manner and interpersonal skills* Valid driver's license in the State of California* US resident or citizenPreferred:* An interest in energy efficiency and multi-family housing* An understanding of the residential construction industrySalary and BenefitsThe job is permanent, full time, and located in Fair Oaks, California, the home office of the Heschong Mahone Group. Salary is competitive ($12-$15/hr), with full benefits, including health care and 401(k). Work will begin January 5, 2009.About the Heschong Mahone GroupHMG, provides professional consulting services in the field of building energy efficiency. We also have offices in Oakland and Encinitas (San Diego). We specialize in applying our knowledge of building design, construction technology, policy development and program design to make buildings more energy efficient. HMG employs a team of motivated, experienced professionals, recruited for their potential to become leaders in their field. Please visit our website,www.h-m-g.com, and www.h-m-g.com/multifamily.to learn more about who we are and what we do.ContactIf you are interested in being considered for this position, please email a cover letter indicating your interest and availability; a resume, with dates and details for all employment and recent education coursework; plus three work references, indicating relation to applicant, phone and email contact by December 8th 2008, to:Sophia Hartkopf at: hartkopf@h-m-g.com.Interviews will be held the week of December 15th, 2008.

Island Innkeepers Wanted East Brother Light Station

East Brother Light Station

After nearly three years at East Brother, including the birth of their first child, Keepers Elan and Katy are moving on. That opens up an opportunity of a lifetime for the next prospective keepers of East Brother Lighthouse.

If you know a “couple” who might be interested in this position, please pass this on. Click here for Information about the position, including an application form. General information about East Brother is at http://www.ebls.org/. Please no phone calls. Applicant MUST have a CURRENT U.S. Coast Guard commercial boat operator's license. There is no way around this! The position involves passenger-carrying boat operation, innkeeping, food preparation, marketing and maintenance.

While I have your attention, please consider a gift certificate from East Brother Lighthouse as a holiday gift. It will not only thrill the recipient with a memorable experience, but it will also help maintain Richmond’s best known and oldest historical landmark – a gift that gives in more ways than one. A seasonal discount is offered for stays in December, January and February – my favorite season at East Brother.

Finally, we are always looking for volunteers and have jobs particularly for people with technical skills relating to maintaining buildings and equipment, marketing experience, website design and maintenance, but anyone who wants to contribute to preserving east Brother is welcome. We will also have some positions on the board of directors opening up in 2009.


Tom Butt, President
East Brother Light Station, Inc.
117 Park Place
Point Richmond, CA 94801
Phone: 510.236.7435
Fax: 510.232.5325
E-mail: tom.butt@intres.com
East Brother Light Station Website: http://www.ebls.org

Build It Green Project Manager

Build It Green seeks a Project Manager to assist in the development andimplementation of the GreenPoint Rated program. The Project Managerreports directly to the GreenPoint Rated Program Manager. BackgroundBuild It Green is a professional non-profit membership organizationwhose mission is to promote healthy, energy- and resource-efficientbuildings in California. Supported by a solid foundation of outreach andeducation, Build It Green connects consumers and building professionalswith the tools and technical expertise they need to build quality greenbuildings. Build It Green fosters collaboration with key stakeholdergroups to accelerate the adoption of green building practices, policies,and programs. The GreenPoint Rated program provides an objective, third-partyverification system that helps consumers find green homes, understandgreen benefits, and recognize green features. Conservation of naturalresources, increased energy efficiency and improved indoor air qualityare just a few of the benchmarks a home must meet.ResponsibilitiesThis position requires a flexible schedule, as some responsibilitiesinvolve evening and weekend activities. The ideal candidate will possessthree distinct skill sets: (1) experience related to green building andenergy efficiency; (2) hands-on experience with residential constructionpractices; and (3) communication and planning skills.Key components in the success of the GreenPoint Rated program are:credible green building criteria; adequate tools and resources toimplement the program statewide; quality assurance of third-party ratersand acceptance of the program by key stakeholders. Due to the complexityof marketplace and growth of Build It Green and GreenPoint Rated, theprogram is in continual expansion and growth.Project Managers are key staff members, responsible for the success ofthe program, under the supervision of the Program Manager. They overseeAssociate-level staff and act in the role of the Program Manager inhis/her absence. The nature of the program requires individuals withexceptional leadership qualities including strategic thinking,well-rounded communication skills, flexibility and adaptability,initiative, enthusiasm, commitment to a team, positive contribution, andtechnical expertise. For more detailed information about this job, the requiredqualifications, and to find out how to apply, please go to:www.builditgreen.org/GPRProjectManager Thank you in advance for forwarding this information to anyone thatmight be interested in applying for this position.

The David R. Brower-Ronald V. Dellums Institute for Sustainable Policy Studies Invites Your Participation in a Special Conference:




CALLING ALL:

· City Planners

· Public and Environmental Health Professionals

· Urban Designers & Policy-Makers

· Environmental Justice Advocates

· Neighborhood Development & Community Health Organizers

· Students
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This event is held in conjunction with Merritt College’s “Healthy Cities and Community Systems” class. A continuing 4-week intensive course is also available for those interested in exploring planning work for healthy cities in more depth.


Keynote Speakers:


Dr. Leonard Duhl
Founder and President of the International
Healthy Cities Foundation

Dr. Anthony (Tony) Iton
Director and Health Officer,
County of Alameda Public Health

Special Presentations and Panel
Discussions With:

· The American Planning Association
· County of Alameda Public Health Department
· City of Oakland
· PolicyLink
· Merritt College Environmental Center
· Local Community Groups, and more...


“Comprehensive Health Approaches in Planning for Sustainability,
Community Well-Being and Public Safety”

Merritt College Conference Room R-23, Oakland, CA.
(Hwy 13: Redwood Rd./Carson St. exit; I-580: 35th Ave exit, uphill to Campus Drive)

Location: Merritt College Auditorium, Room R-23,
Oakland, CA. (Hwy 13, Redwood Rd./Carson St. exit; I-580, 35th Ave exit, uphill to Campus Drive)

Registration: Cost for attendance is $60.00 ($10 additional for
catered lunch). Scholarships are available, please inquire.
FREE for High School and Merritt College ENVMT Students.

Please register online www.ecomerritt.org (sign-up for ENVMT 16/HLTOC16) or fill out attached form and fax to (510) 655-3653 or email to rfreeman@peralta.edu

Please register as soon as possible, seating is limited

For more information call (510) 434-3840. AICP Professional Credit or Peralta College Credit may be applied.


Planning for Healthy Cities
November 22, 2008, 9am-4pm

Executive Director Build It Green

Summary of Position:The Executive Director is the Chief Executive Officer of Build It Green
with associated management and fundraising priorities and reports to theBoard of Directors. The Executive Director keeps the mission and visionof BIG in front of key constituency groups (public agencies, builders,developers, donors and green products suppliers & manufacturers) inorder to promote sustainable housing development practices. TheExecutive Director cultivates effective fundraising and is responsiblefor the organization's consistent achievement of its financialobjectives, mission and strategic plan.For more detailed information about this job, the requiredqualifications, and to find out how to apply, please go to:www.builditgreen.org/ExecutiveDirectorAbout The Organization:Build It Green (BIG) is a non-profit membership organization whosemission is to promote healthy, energy- and resource-efficient buildingpractices in California. BIG works with mainstream stakeholders in thehousing industry to accelerate the adoption of green building practices.Notable accomplishments include:* 70 local government policies reference Build It Green's guidelinesand or GreenPoint Rated program.* 200+ local governments are actively working with Build It Green onprogram and policy development.* 2000+ building professionals have been trained and certified.* 250+ green raters have been trained and certified.* 4,570 GreenPoint Rated housing units have been rated or are inapplication with an additional 7,000 housing units expected from builderinquiries.* Homebuilders Association of Northern CA and the Building IndustryAssociation Central California endorsement of GreenPoint Rated.* 800+ building industry stakeholders have become Build It Greenmembers.* Build It Green staff of 23 professionals.BIG offers trusted green building training, tools, technical expertise,and partnership opportunities for key stakeholders including publicagencies, builders, developers, architects, contractors, affordablehousing advocates, real estate professionals, suppliers, and homeowners.For more information, visit the Build It Green website:www.builditgreen.org

Executive Director Urban Ecology Berkeley

Executive Director Search AnnouncementUrban Ecology is seeking a passionate, creative and talented leader to serveas Executive Director for our entrepreneurial nonprofit.Founded in 1975, Urban Ecology believes vibrant neighborhoods are thebuilding blocks of healthy cities and sustainable regions. We specialize incommunity outreach and participatory land use planning that help low-incomeurban neighborhoods envision and advocate for change. We are hands-on inneighborhoods, offering technical assistance and design focused on parks,schoolyards, greenways, streetscapes and other aspects of the public realm.We are also active at the city and regional policymaking levels, working tochannel essential resources to create safe, healthy urban communities.Finally, we offer key educational tools, such as community plans, tours andpublications.For the full job announcement and application requirements, seewww.urbanecology.org.Urban Ecology is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Women and people of color are encouraged to apply.