GREEN JOBS AVAILABLE
THE GALLON ENVIRONMENT LETTER
506 Victoria Ave., Montreal, Quebec H3Y 2R5
Ph. (514) 369- 0230, fax (514) 369 -3282,
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Vol. 3, No. 14, October 10, 2000
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STRATOS INC., SEEKS CANDIDATES FOR A
CLIMATE CHANGE TRAINER IN WASHINGTON, D.C.
Stratos Inc, an environmental consulting firm based in Ottawa,
is seeking expressions of interest from qualified candidates for
the position of Prototype Carbon Fund (PCF)/Kyoto Protocol
Training Coordinator. This is a three-year contract position funded
by the Government of Canada through its contribution to the
Prototype Carbon Fund (PCF) plus program. This position will
be based in Washington, DC at the World Bank Institute, the research
and training arm of the World Bank. Stratos has been asked to identify
a list of qualified candidates for this position. The Training Coordinator
will be responsible for a range of tasks, including preparing training
modules for workshops and training sessions for senior public and
private sector decision-makers and stakeholders in Bank client
countries on the issues and opportunities for technology transfer
and sustainable development through the Clean Development
Mechanism and Joint Implementation mechanisms of the UNFCCC
and its Kyoto Protocol; and, identifying and briefing a set
of trainers, from countries in the North and South.
The successful candidate will have an advanced degree in a
relevant field, including economics, law, public policy, or a
related technical field (e.g. environment, energy); at least five
years work experience of direct relevance to the responsibilities
of the position; experience in the design and administration of
training programs and workshops for senior policy and decision-
makers, in both public and private sectors; excellent written and
communications skills and demonstrated capacity to work with
and across multi-disciplinary teams; working ability in English is
required, and in French and Spanish is desirable. The deadline for
submissions is October 20, 2000. Send application to Stephanie
Meyer, Stratos Inc., Strategies to Sustainability, Suite 1404 -
1 Nicholas St. , Ottawa K1N 7B7, ph. 613 241 1001, fax 613
241-4758, email [log in to unmask] . Visit their website at
http://www.stratos-sts.com
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PEMBINA INSTITUTE WANTS ECO EFFICIENCY ANALYST
IN CALGARY, ALBERTA
The Pembina Institute is seeking an experienced and energetic
Eco-Efficiency Analyst to join its established client consulting
team in Corporate Eco-Efficiency Services in Calgary, Alberta.
The person will lead technical research and analysis of life-cycle
costs and benefits of client projects or project options to evaluate
overall "Triple-Bottom-Line" performance; identify, research and
quantify process design improvements or equipment and technology
selections to improve eco-efficiency performance; and, conduct
research on emerging clean technologies and processes and their
application. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated success
in industrial or resource industry process engineering and/or systems
engineering, and possess strong analytical skills and the ability to
manage multiple projects, this position will give you the opportunity
to use your innovation and holistic thinking to promote leading-edge
environmental best practices. Deadline for applications is October 23,
2000. Send application to Human Resources, Pembina Institute for
Appropriate Development, Suite 517, 604-1st Street SW, Calgary,
Alberta T2P 1M7, fax 403-263-0163; email [log in to unmask] .
Full details are available at http://www.pembina.org
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PEMBINA INSTITUTE, ALBERTA WANTS ENVIRONMENTAL
WEBSITE MASTER
The Pembina Institute based in Drayton Valley, Alberta with offices in
Ottawa is seeking one or more people to provide information
technology services to its national organization. The person will
design and develop straightforward and easy-to-use web sites;
maintain and upgrade, in collaboration with other staff, the Pembina
Institute's existing web sites; and provide ongoing support to keep
internal communications systems functioning smoothly and efficiently.
The successful candidate will be creative, well-organized, and highly-
motivated self-starter who has Internet, web site and electronic support
skills and experience. This position will give you a chance to use your
energy and originality to support one of Canada's premier environmental
organizations. While there is enough work for a full-time position, the
possibility exists to split the tasks into two jobs, depending on the
interests and skill level of candidates. Location is flexible. The salary
range is from $35,000 to $45,000. The deadline for application is October
23, 2000. Send application to Human Resources, The Pembina Institute,
Box 7558, Drayton Valley, Alberta T7A 1S7, ph. (780) 542-6272,
fax (780) 542-6464, email [log in to unmask] . Full details are
available at http://www.pembina.org
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NSPIRG WANTS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, NOVA SCOTIA
The Nova Scotia Public Interest Research Group (NSPIRG)
wishes to hire a part time Executive Director, in Halifax.
NSPIRG is looking for an Executive Director for a six month
part-time contract to start in November, 2000. The rate of pay
is $12.82 per hour for 15 hours (worked over two days) per
week. NSPIRG is a campus-based student that focuses on
environmental and social justice issues. Applicants must be
serious in undertaking the Nov-April contract. The Executive
Director is responsible for office administration (including
managing nspirg's finances and conducting various administration
duties); coordinating nspirg's activities; assisting with budget
planning, long-term planning and policy development; recruiting
volunteers and overseeing staff; developing and writing grant
and employment proposals, promoting nspirg publications,
networking with other community groups. The successful
candidate will have a demonstrated an interest in social justice
and environmental issues; excellent organizational skills; excellent
interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills and experience
in consensus-based decision-making; and have a demonstrated
understanding of computers, specifically desk-top publishing,
word processing and internet skills (preferably for Macintosh).
Deadline for application is October 13, 2000. Send a resume,
cover letter and three references to Linda Pannozzo, Executive
Director Search Committee, c/o NSPIRG, Student Union Building,
Room 314, 6136 University Ave. Halifax, Nova Scotia B3H 4J2,
Ph. 902-494-6662, email [log in to unmask] .
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LAKEHEAD UNIVERSITY, THUNDER BAY, ONTARIO
WANTS DEAN OF FORESTRY AND THE FOREST ENVIRONMENT
Lakehead University in Thunder Bay, Ontario wishes to appoint
a Dean of Forestry and the Forest Environment. The Dean will be
responsible for the planning, management and administration of the
Faculty. The successful candidate will have appropriate academic
credentials as well as management experience and a record of
distinction in academic and/or related professional settings. Research
experience is required. The candidate will be conversant with current
forestry and natural resource issues. He or she will have contacts
within the profession, industry and related fields, and within government,
and national and international agencies. The Faculty of Forestry and
the Forest Environment focuses on environmental simulation and GIS
related to forests. Submit application including three references to Dr.
Mary Louise Hill, Chair, Search Committee, Lakehead University,
Thunder Bay, Ontario P7B 5E1, fax (807) 345-8075,
email [log in to unmask]
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DALHOUSIE UNIVERSITY WANTS ATMOSPHERE/
OCEANS MODELER
Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia, invites applications
for a Research Associate to work on the development of a coupled
atmosphere/ocean/ice modelling system for the eastern Canadian
Shelf. Applicants must have a Ph.D in Physical Oceanography or
Dynamic Meteorology with, preferably, a minimum of two years
experience working with numerical models of the ocean or atmosphere.
The applicants should have strong mathematical and computational
skills and be willing to continue the implementation and testing of
a z-level primitive-equation ocean model and couple this ocean
model to an ice model and an atmosphere general circulation
model. The successful applicant will work as part of a research
team and be responsible for research activities including application
of the coupled modelling system to the eastern Canadian shelf,
algorithm design and publication of the results. Salary will be
commensurate with qualifications and experience. The appointment
is initially for one year, with the possibility of extension based on
research performance and availability of funding. The closing date
for applications is November 15, 2000. Interested candidates should
send resumes to Dr. Jinyu Sheng and/or Dr. Richard Greatbatch,
Department of Oceanography, Dalhousie University, Halifax,
Nova Scotia, B3H 4J1, Fax (902) 494-2885, email [log in to unmask]
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CLIMATE CHANGE SCIENTIST SOUGHT BY SAIC IN MARYLAND
General Sciences Corporation, a subsidiary of Science Applications
International Corporation (SAIC), has an immediate opening for a
scientist in climate change. The candidate will carry out scientific
research toward further development of an atmospheric general
circulation model (AGCM) used for coupled seasonal prediction
at the Climate Modeling Branch of NCEP/EMC. Work involves
(1) modification/implementation of different physical parameterization
schemes in AGCM and assessment of their impact on climate
simulations; (2) carrying out extended AGCM simulations; and,
(3) analysis of large model observational data sets. The successful
candidate will have a PhD or equivalent in Atmospheric Science or
a related field. The person will have a good background in UNIX
and FORTRAN with considerable experience in physical
parameterization schemes, including those for the boundary
layer and convection. The candidate will have knowledge of
applied mathematical and numerical techniques. Quote No.
GSC #591-E. Send your resume to General Sciences Corporation,
4600 Powder Mill Rd., Suite 400, Beltsville, Maryland 20705;
fax (301) 931-3797; or email [log in to unmask]
Visit their website at http://www.saic-gsc.com
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CHEM HILL WISHES TO HIRE AN ECOLOGICAL RISK
ASSESSOR, TEXAS
CH2M Hill, a consulting engineering firm in Houston,
Texas, wishes to hire an ecological risk assessor. It has
a career opportunity in its Houston, Texas, office for a
Mid- or Senior-Level Ecological Risk Assessor. The
successful candidate will have a B.S. in Ecology, Aquatic
Toxicology, Environmental, or in other science related field.
A Masters of Science degree is preferred. The Risk Assessor
will prepare ecological risk assessment reports under the
supervision of a senior scientist; work as a member of a team
of scientists to analyze site chemical and physical data according
to state, federal, and other technical guidance documents for
preparation of ecological risk assessment reports; support and
manage project investigations related to ecosystems (aquatic
studies, water quality sampling, wetlands investigations, etc.);
and, work as part of a team to develop cost estimates, schedules,
and approaches for proposals and projects. CH2M HILL offers
excellent flexible benefits and market-based salaries commensurate
with experience. Send your resume and salary history, referencing
Job Code 00-1289, to Human Resources, CH2M Hill, 613 NW
Loop 410, Suite 200, San Antonio, TX 78216, or email
[log in to unmask] , Visit the website http://www.ch2m.com
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IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY SEEKS AN ECOLOGIST
The Department of Botany, Iowa State University, seeks an ecologist
(assistant professor, tenure-track) interested in basic research on
ecological processes relevant to the restoration of the diversity,
structure, or functioning of natural ecosystems. This person will
complement existing research activities in an expanded restoration
ecology program. The successful candidate will develop an
independent, competitively funded research program and be
involved in undergraduate and graduate teaching. Applicants
should submit a curriculum vitae, statements of research interests
and teaching philosophy, and selected reprints and have three
letters of recommendation sent by November 6, 2000 to: Dr. Tom
Jurik, Ecologist Search, Department of Botany, 353 Bessey Hall,
Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa 50011-1020, ph. 515-294-5617,
email [log in to unmask] Visit the website at
http://www.iastate.edu/~botany/
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SAN FRANCISCO DEPARTMENT OF THE ENVIRONMENT
WANTS ENERGY EFFICIENCY COORDINATOR
The San Francisco Department of the Environment, California,
wishes to hire a "Resource Efficient Building (REB) Coordinator.
The Resource-Efficient Building Coordinator will be responsible
for overseeing retrofitting and upgrading energy efficiency within
government buildings. The REB Coordinator will coordinate City
Department activities and meetings to promote resource efficiency
and green buildings; implement and enforce the Resource-Efficient
Building Ordinances for all City Departments; and, respond to inquiries
from City employees and the public. She or he will draft and/or
coordinate resource-efficient building guidelines; develop and implement
a program-related incentive and rating system; establish baseline
budget and track costs, savings and benefits; identify and respond
to barriers and obstacles; and, establish evaluation mechanisms to
determine the effect of the ordinances. The successful candidate will
have a B.S. in environmental science, architecture, engineering or
related field; 5 years verifiable experience in areas related to resource-
efficient building; 2 years experience in data analysis, evaluation and
presentation; and 2 years experience in project and budget management.
The salary range is from US$57,044 to $69,316. The deadline for
application is October 16, 2000. Mail a cover letter and resume
outlining your qualifications to REB Coordinator Search, Department
of the Environment, 11 Grove Street, San Francisco, California 94102,
email to [log in to unmask] . No phone calls please.
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UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA WANTS A FELLOW IN
FOREST RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION
A Post Doctoral Fellow position in the area of forest economics
and policy is available at the School of Forest Resources and
Conservation, University of Florida. The successful candidate
will have a PhD in the area of forest economics, resource
economics, agricultural economics, or a closely related field.
Applicants should have strong quantitative, analytical, and
communication skills. The Fellow will be responsible for
conducting applied economic research in agriculture/forestry.
Some of the possible research topics include, but not limited to
economic analysis of carbon sequestration, outdoor recreation,
and soil erosion; forest products trade; and general equilibrium
analysis of programs/policies. Salary will commensurate with
training and experience. Submit a letter of application, CV, and
names and address of three references (including phone number
and e-mail addresses) to Janaki R.R. Alavalapati, Assistant
Professor, School of Forest Resources and Conservation; University
of Florida; PO Box 110410; Gainesville, Florida 32611; Ph. 352-
846-0899; Fax: 352-846-1277; E-mail [log in to unmask]
Visit the website at http://www.sfrc.ufl.edu/mainmenu.html
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MACTEC ENVIRONMENTAL, SAN FRANCISCO, CALIF.
WANTS A MANAGER OF ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING
Harding Lawson Associates, a member of the MACTEC family of
companies, which is a privately-held nationwide environmental
consulting, engineering and Infrastructure firm, is looking for a
Manager of Environmental Planning and Permitting in San
Francisco, California. The company has more than 25 environmental
professionals focusing on CEQA and NEPA documentation,
Natural Resources Management and environmental planning
associated with design, construction and operation of Infrastructure
and transportation projects. Candidate must be degreed (M.S. or
Ph.D preferred) with 15+ years experience in project and business
management and relevant technical experience. Must understand
United States federal, commercial and municipal markets. It is
desirable for candidate to have network of contacts in the San
Francisco Bay Area among potential clients and strategic teaming
partners. Interested candidates should contact or send resumes
confidentially to email [log in to unmask] Visit the website
http://www.mactec.com,
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U.S. EPA CLIMATE CHANGE GROUP WANTS RESEARCHER
IN INTERNATIONAL TRANSPORTATION
the Climate and Transportation Policy Group of the
Transportation and Regional Programs Division (TRPD)
of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA),
based in Washington, D.C., has an open position for someone
with some international and transportation experience. The person
would help to analyze, develop, and encourage the adoption of
environmental strategies to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions,
criteria air pollutants, and other pollutants related to the transportation
sector. To achieve these objectives, the US EPA conducts education
and outreach programs; works on national and international transportation
policy to evaluate and influence transportation investments; supports state
and local efforts to better integrate transportation and environmental
planning with local development patterns ; and, creates and implements
market incentives that encourage clean and efficient transportation choices.
The person would provide policy and programmatic advice to senior
EPA management related to international transportation, climate change
negotiations and environmental issues; develop and implement
international transportation and climate programs and projects, with
a particular emphasis on emissions trading, transportation policy and
institutional reform, and climate-friendly technologies; and, project
planning and design; project implementation, oversight, and evaluation.
The successful candidate will have a Master's Degree in Public Policy,
International Environmental Studies, Economics, Transportation and
Environmental Engineering, Air Quality, Climate Change, Energy and
Natural Resource Policy, or related fields and experience. The candidate
should have a background in transportation and environmental policy
issues and have experience with international programs or projects.
Familiarity with the Clean Air Act, Climate Change Action Plan, United
Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, NEPA, voluntary
programs, emissions trading, demand management strategies, market/
economic incentives, transportation policy and planning is desirable.
Please fax your resume and cover letter to US EPA, TRPD International
Position fax (202) 565-2057.
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GEORGE MASON UNIVERSITY, IN VIRGINIA WANTS
DIRECTOR ENVIRONMENT
The Environmental Science and Public Policy Program of George
Mason University in Fairfax, Virginia, invites applications for the
position of Director of the Environmental Science and Public Policy
Program (ESPP). Starting in Fall 2001, the program will become a free
standing unit within the College of Arts and Sciences. A core ESPP
faculty will be established, and the Director will report directly to the
Dean. The new unit will also house an undergraduate general education
course, and graduate and undergraduate certificate programs in
Environmental Management. To provide dynamic leadership to the
program in its new role, we seek a Director who has a distinguished
record of publication and funding, significant administrative experience,
and a strong interest in interdisciplinary program development. PhD
required. Field of specialization and discipline are open. George Mason
is a state university located about 15 miles from Washington, D.C. in
the midst of one of the largest concentrations of high technology
companies in the nation. Candidates should submit a letter of interest
and curriculum vitae to Rick Diecchio, ESPP Director Search Committee,
Mail Stop, 1E2 George Mason University, Fairfax, Virginia 22030 4444.
Visit the website at http://www.gmu.edu/~espp .
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U.C. CALIFORNIA SANTA BARBARA SEEKS DEAN OF ENVIRONMENT
The University of California at Santa Barbara invites nominations
and applications for the position of Dean of the Donald Bren
School of Environmental Science and Management. The Dean
takes a leadership role in strategic planning and faculty development,
and has responsibilities for budget and administration of the School
as well as development and advancement. The Dean reports to the
Executive Vice Chancellor, and sits on the Council of Deans and
Provosts to ensure representation of the Bren School in academic
planning for the campus as a whole. Founded in 1995, the Bren
School has grown rapidly and will continue on this path of strong
growth in both faculty and student body. The School brings a fresh,
multi-disciplinary approach to the study of the environment and
humankind's impact on natural resources. A deep understanding
of environmental issues and solutions to environmental problems
requires the knowledge and analytic approaches of many disciplines;
thus the School's faculty includes a range of natural and social
scientists as well as faculty from business and law. For the Dean,
we seek an individual with vision and creative leadership abilities,
demonstrated credentials in administration, and an established
national and international reputation within the broader environmental
science and management community. The individual should have
an outstanding record of scholarly achievement or, in exceptional
circumstances, be recognized as an outstanding leader in environmental
problem solving. Additional qualifications we desire include: a broad
understanding of the science, policy and management aspects of
environmental issues; an appreciation of the nature of both professional
and academic degree programs; experience in strategic planning;
and a demonstrated ability to interface effectively with educational,
governmental and industrial institutions.. Expressions of interest should
be submitted to Prof. G. E. Lucas, Chair, Search Committee for the
Dean of the Donald Bren School of Environmental Science and
Management Office of Academic Personnel, Cheadle Hall 5109,
University of California, Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, California 93106
Visit their website at http://www.bren.usb.edu
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TEN POSITIONS WANTED IN OCEAN ATMOSPHERE RESEARCH
IN THE U.K.
There are ten positions in coupled ocean-atmosphere processes
currently available in the UK under the Coupled Ocean Atmosphere
Processes and European Climate (COAPEC) programme. COAPEC
is a five year programme, funded by the UK Natural Environment
Research Council. The aim of COAPEC is to determine the impact on
climate, especially on European climate, of the coupling between the
Atlantic Ocean and the atmosphere, including the influence of El Nino
on this coupling. As part of the COAPEC programme, NERC is funding
Post Doctoral Research Positions in this area. Deadline for application
is November 10, 2000. Informal inquiries may be made to Helen Snaith,
Scientific Coordinator, Southampton Oceanography Centre, European
Way, Southampton SO14 3ZH, UK, tel. 023 80596410), email
[log in to unmask] . Further information on COAPEC and the
positions available, including application procedures, may be found on
the COAPEC science website at http://www.soc.soton.ac.uk/coapec.
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A SOUTH AMERICAN CITY WANTS AN
ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNER AND GRANT WRITER
A request has been made by a government of a South American
Pacific Coast city to employ an environmental planner and a grant
writer. The city is attempting to become an ecological and sustainable
community. Experience necessary. The job is for a six months
minimum duration, longer stay encouraged. The successful candidate
must be bilingual in written and spoken English and Spanish. The
municipal government will provide comfortable room and full board
in close proximity to beaches, pristine wilderness areas, archeological
sites, and many cultural attractions. Work will lead to substantial
changes, provide cutting edge experience, and establish sustainability
credentials and references. Send resume to Planet Drum Foundation,
P.O. Box 31251, San Francisco, California , e-mail [log in to unmask]
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AUSTRALIA NATIONAL UNIVERSITY WANTS LECTURERS
The Australian National University, Asia Pacific School of Economics
& Management, National Centre for Development Studies, Graduate
Studies in Environmental Management and Development (GSEMD),
wishes to hire a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer (Level B/C). Based in
Canberra, the GSEMD invites applications for a position at Lecturer/
Senior Lecturer level at the Australian National University.. The appointee
will prepare and teach specialised courses, and co-teach in integrated
courses to graduate students within the Graduate Studies in
Environmental Management and Development Program (GSEMD),
covering social components of environmental management, with
particular attention to human-environmental interactions in the
development context, including SIA. The successful candidate will
have a PhD in sociology, geography or a related social sciences field,
or its equivalent, is essential, as is experience in teaching. Experience in
graduate-level supervision is highly desirable. High level expertise and
experience in developing, conducting and managing interdisciplinary
research relating to human aspects of natural resource management and
experience in policy research and development in this field is also
desirable. Research experience in the Asia-Pacific region would also
be preferred. Quote reference no. Ref: APSEM 6.9.1. The salary range
is Aus $ 49,838 to Aus $69,554. The deadline for application is
October 13, 2000. Make your enquiries to Dr Padma Lal, Program Director,
GSEMD, NCDS, tel. 61 2 6249 0093, email [log in to unmask], Further
particulars including selection criteria must be obtained before applying
from the office of the Executive Director, NCDS, tel: 61 2 6249 4765 or
email [log in to unmask] . Information on how to apply may be
obtained from the ANU Web page http://www.anu.edu.au/hr/jobs/
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