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Ecova/Houston, TX

Commercial & Industrial
Ecova Commercial and Industrial (C&I) business unit develops and manages utility energy efficiency programs throughout the Northwest, California and the Midwest. Our C&I team has an immediate need for an Account Manager, herein referred to as our internal title, Project Lead, based out of a home office in Houston, TX to support existing and new program operations as we work to aggressively expand our C&I practice throughout the U.S.

In this role, you will report to the Program Manager and experience all the benefits of working for a fast-paced, entrepreneurial company while having a significant impact in energy efficiency, climate and sustainability.

Role Description
• Oversees all aspects of project(s); sets deadlines, assigns responsibilities, and monitors and summarizes progress of project.
• Leads task execution of project work plans and work breakdown structures.
• May lead, direct and manage the work of others.
• Prepares reports for internal and external audiences regarding project status.
• Prepares marketing strategies and programs for a product or product line.
• Evaluates product performance to help develop and update company goals and objectives.
• Advises team on any relevant product concerns.
• Recommends changes to current product development procedures based on market research and new trends.
• Develops and maintains favorable relationships with new and existing clients in order to increase revenue.
• Ensures that organizational goods or services consistently meet client needs.
• Responsible for sustaining and renewing client contracts.
• Develops and maintains relationships and favorable contacts with current and potential customers. Will resolve customer issues and problems in a timely manner.
• Develops and gives presentations to assist in program delivery and execution.
• Develops marketing strategies and marketing materials in conjunction with other internal teams to support programs.
• Drafts and delivers client reports and communications on a regular basis.
• Advises internal teams on any relevant product concerns and may recommend changes to current product development procedures based on market research and new trends.
• May evaluate product performance to help develop and update company goals and objectives.
• Performs related work as required

Role Competencies
• Experience proactively addressing and resolving customer issues, complaints, and concerns in a timely manner.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and be self-directed.
• Ability to work in cross-functional and matrix-managed teams.
• Relies on pre-established guidelines, processes and/or procedures to perform job functions.
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• A high degree of creativity and latitude is required.
• Bachelor's degree and minimum 5 years experience managing the delivery of project work plans, task completion, and/or project tasks.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in energy efficiency, renewable energy, and/or electric technologies concepts, practices, and procedures or related field.

Ecova Information
Our salaries are competitive and commensurate with experience. We are a performance-based culture and have goal-based incentive programs and generous employee benefits. Our comprehensive benefit package includes medical, dental, vision insurance, life, AD&D, short- and long-term disability insurance. We also offer flexible spending accounts and 401(k) with a generous employer match.

Ecova is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation or preference, religion, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or physical or mental disability.

To learn more about Ecova and to apply online, please go to: http://www.ecova.com/about-us/careers.aspx.

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Save The Bay/Oakland, CA

Save The Bay is leading the regional effort to re-establish 100,000 acres of tidal marsh to provide natural habitat for Bay wildlife and to buffer against sea level rise resulting from climate change. Scientists recommend that this amount of wetland habitat is necessary to sustain a healthy San Francisco Bay ecosystem.

Save The Bay has pioneered successful restoration and enhancement of tidal marsh habitat over the past decade through our Community Based Restoration program. Our team of restoration scientists uses trained volunteers as an essential component of our strategy to implement restoration plans of federal, state and local site partners, focusing on the unique band of transition zone habitat above the mean high tide line that does not re-establish voluntarily. This community engagement program is also supports Save The Bay’s strategic plan outcomes in constituency growth, partnerships, and advocacy.

The impacts of sea level rise from climate change increase the urgency and importance of restoring Bay tidal marsh, including healthy high-marsh transition zone. Region-wide application of Save The Bay’s adaptive management approach can increase marsh habitat sustainability, prevent tidal edge erosion, maintain marsh elevation, combat invasive species establishment, and provide refuge habitat for sensitive marsh species.

Building on our demonstrated success with these methods, including qualitative and quantitative analysis of best techniques and restoration tools, Save The Bay’s Habitat Restoration Director will develop an adaptive management plan for tidal marsh ecotone restoration, addressing effective weed removal techniques, optimal plant and species numbers for sustainable native vegetation, maintenance regimes and methods, and efficient and economical use of volunteers. S/he will lead advocacy for adoption and implementation of this plan throughout the Bay, and replication of our techniques by restoration project managers and permitting agencies for maximum regional benefit.

Position Summary:

The Habitat Restoration Director leads the Save The Bay restoration team to develop best practices, engage volunteers in community-based restoration and work with site managers, resource agencies, scientists and other partners. The Director develops strategies to support organizational goals for constituency growth, fundraising, restoration of tidal marshes and community engagement. The Director oversees on-the-ground habitat restoration, community engagement and youth education programs, and plans for program growth and sustainability. The Director manages high-level partnerships with government agencies and key stakeholders, and raises funds to support Save The Bay’s restoration program goals. The Director also provides mentorship for the Habitat Restoration Department, creating a collaborative and productive team.

Reports to: Chief Strategy Officer

Supervises: Senior Scientist, Restoration Program Manager, and Community Engagement Manager

Primary Responsibilities:

* Develop and implement habitat restoration program to achieve organizational and strategic plan goals in restoration science, and objectives for community engagement, youth education and institutional partnerships.
* Establish adaptive management plan for tidal marsh ecotone restoration with restoration standards addressing effective weed removal techniques, optimal plant and species numbers for sustainable native vegetation, maintenance regimes and methods, and efficient and economical use of volunteers. Secure its implementation by Bay restoration managers, resource agencies and partner organizations.
* Oversee delivery of high-quality volunteer programs for adults, students and businesses that achieve restoration and education goals and constituency growth objectives; evaluate program effectiveness to ensure excellence and impact.
* Design and implement adaptive management techniques for successful on-the-ground restoration projects.
* Provide staff with technical knowledge and oversee analysis of quantitative and qualitative restoration data, refinement of best practices and techniques, and sharing of appropriate information with key restoration practitioners, decision makers and stakeholders.
* Engage in direct communication with regulators and decision-makers to secure implementation, funding and land acquisition for 100,000 acres of restored Bay tidal marsh.
* Identify and pursue partnership opportunities, new restoration sites and other strategic opportunities as appropriate.
* Serve as organizational spokesperson with target audiences; create opportunities to promote restoration science program, organization, mission and goals.

Management, Fundraising, and Administrative Responsibilities

* Hire, manage, evaluate, and mentor the nine-person habitat restoration program staff to meet work plan goals; hire and manage consultants as needed.
* Supervise Senior Scientist, Restoration Program Manager, and Community Engagement Manager and support them with managing their direct reports.
* Lead fundraising efforts to grow habitat restoration program; help secure $1 million annually in grants and contracts to support program implementation.
* Establish annual work plan goals and develop and manage department budget.
* Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

* Master’s degree in environmental science, natural resource management, earth systems, botany, or biology required. PhD highly preferred.
* Five to seven years experience in wetland restoration ecology, advocacy and program management.
* Extensive knowledge of estuarine ecology, wetland restoration and wetland biology.
* Experience in overseeing community engagement and environmental education programs
* Strong supervision and management experience, with demonstrated success motivating employees to set and accomplish ambitious objectives.
* Proven leadership.
* Sets goals, manages priorities, meets deadlines; attention to detail.
* Ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders and cultivate new audiences.
* Exceptional writing and speaking skills with the ability to synthesize complex concepts into clear messages.
* Creative, flexible, and demonstrates problem solving skills and superior judgment.
* Computer proficiency with Windows and Internet research applications.
* Clean background check and CA driver’s license.
* Enthusiasm for Save The Bay’s mission.
* Highly Desired – ownership (or unrestricted access) to a vehicle to use for work purposes.

To apply: Please email your resume and cover letter to: jobs@savesfbay.org Subject line: Habitat Restoration Director – [your last name]

Or mail to: Habitat Restoration Director Search Save The Bay 1330 Broadway, Suite 1800 Oakland, CA 94612

Please no phone calls. Save The Bay will contact you if you are selected for further consideration.

It is a priority to Save The Bay to recruit and retain a diverse workforce. Save The Bay is an equal opportunity employer.

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Build It Green/Oakland, CA

About Build It Green
Build It Green is a professional non-profit membership organization whose mission is to promote healthy, energy- and resource-efficient buildings in California. Supported by a solid foundation of outreach and education, Build It Green connects consumers and building professionals with tools and technical expertise to build quality green buildings. Build It Green fosters collaboration with key stakeholder groups to accelerate the adoption of green building practices, policies and programs. For more information, visit www.builditgreen.org.

Build It Green administers Green Building Labeling and Multifamily Whole Building pilot programs as part of the Department of Energy’s Better Buildings Program. Build It Green is currently seeking a full-time Real Estate Outreach Project Manager to lead real estate outreach in Los Angeles County in support of these programs. This position is based at our Los Angeles office.

Responsibilities include:

Lead outreach activities to local, state and national associations of realtors and multiple listing services to encourage program participation.

Lead outreach activities to multifamily stakeholders to encourage program participation.

Recruit single family homes at time of sale and other key trigger events to meet program targets.

Serve as primary customer service contact for pilot programs and ensure positive customer relations.

Assist with trainings and workshops related to the pilot programs.

Provide input on consumer marketing activities.

Support the contract manager by providing information for work plans, budgets, and reports; manage subcontractors.

Other duties as assigned.

Required skills:

Minimum 5 years experience in the real estate field as an agent, broker, or appraiser

Current California real estate professional’s license

Solid understanding of green building fundamentals

Well developed communication skills, both verbal and written

Proficient in basic computer skills, utilization and file management

Desired skills:

HERS/Whole House Rater certification

GreenPoint Rater

Strong professional training skills and experience

Qualities:

Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

Passion for making homes healthier, higher performing, and more environmentally friendly

Take direction well, but also able to make decisions and take initiative

Professional and positive attitude, with great interpersonal skills

Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines efficiently and effectively

Detail-oriented

Sense of humor a plus

Compensation
Starting salary is based on qualifications and experience. Please provide your salary history and requirement. Build It Green offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with partial employer matching, paid holidays, and paid annual leave.

This position will require field presence and travel within the company operations area. Personal transportation is required; transportation expenses are reimbursed at approved IRS rates.

Application Instructions
To apply for this position, please submit your resume, a personalized cover letter explaining why this job is a compelling fit for you, salary history, salary requirement and documentation of related professional credentials to jobs@builditgreen.org. Please reference Job Code – Real Estate Outreach Project Manager in the subject line of your email.

Applications will be accepted until 5:00pm on Friday, February 10, 2011. Applications will be screened for qualifications and experience AND all required application elements. Not all applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be offered an interview. The successful candidate will be subject to background and credit screening.

Build It Green is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to reflect the diverse community it serves. Applicants who contribute to this diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.

No phone calls please.

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PETA/Washington, DC

PETA seeks a special assistant to work on specific research projects and other duties assigned by the president. Successful candidate will have exceptional writing, research and verbal communication skills. In addition, candidate should have attention to detail and ability to work independently on multiple projects.

To view detailed job description and apply, please visit:

https://www.appone.com/MainInfoReq.asp?R_ID=553663

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PETA/Norfolk, VA (Hampton Roads area)

Position Objective:

To work on specific projects, as assigned by the president, to help promote the goals of the organization
 
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:

• Conduct research, prepare analyses, and suggest strategies

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date files and briefing papers

• Draft correspondence and respond to inquiries and requests, utilizing discretion and independent judgment

• Oversee Web content related to assigned projects

• Travel within and outside the U.S. on assignments

• Write speeches, give talks, and attend functions

• Perform any other duties, as assigned by the supervisor
 
Requirements:

• Degree in a related field or equivalent experience

• Minimum of two years of research experience

• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion

• Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Demonstrated ability to organize and manage multiple projects

• Proven ability to exercise independent judgment

• Strong working knowledge of animal rights issues and PETA campaigns

• Proven ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines

• Professional appearance and adherence to a vegan lifestyle

• Previous public-speaking experience and the ability to comfortably create and deliver presentations

• Ability and willingness to travel

• Must be at least 21 years of age and have a valid U.S. drivers' license, a minimum of three years of driving experience, and a satisfactory driving record

• Ability to lift and carry 20 lbs.

• Support for PETA’s philosophy and the ability to professionally advocate PETA’s positions on issues

• Commitment to the objectives of the organization

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Rainforest Alliance/New York, NY

Reports to: Director, Finance & Budgeting – Finance & Administration Division
Location: New York, NY

The Rainforest Alliance is an international nonprofit organization that works to conserve biodiversity and ensure sustainable livelihoods by transforming land-use practices, business practices and consumer behavior. Based in New York City, with offices throughout the United States and worldwide, the Rainforest Alliance works with people whose livelihoods depend on the land, helping them transform the way they grow food, harvest wood and host travelers.

The Rainforest Alliance’s TREES (TRaining, Extension, Enterprises and Sourcing) Program promotes sustainable livelihoods and protects biodiversity in forest-dependent communities. We work to enhance the competitiveness of community and indigenous forestry enterprises by building business skills, increasing efficiencies, and facilitating investment in value-added processing, expanding income opportunities from wood and non-wood forest products and environmental services, and increasing access to local and global markets through Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification.

Position Summary:
The Finance & Budgeting Manager will be a key member of both Rainforest Alliance-HQ Finance & Administration Division and the TREES Program management team. S/he will provide critical support to the TREES Program management in monitoring, analyzing and reporting the financial performance of the TREES Program. S/he will work closely with the Director to develop and manage the TREES Program budget and proactively ensure it meets its revenue and expense targets. S/he will assure the TREES Program complies with finance, budget and contracts requirements in accordance with Rainforest Alliance policies and procedures. S/he will also be a member of the Finance & Administration Division, which includes HQ-Finance management and the other Rainforest Alliance Finance & Budgeting Managers, and as such participates in the overall budgeting and financial analysis process and supports HQ-Finance as needed.

Responsibilities:
Planning and Budgeting
• Responsible for accurate and timely reporting and analysis of the division’s performance, based on board approved budgets, for both TREES Program management and HQ-Finance;
• Manage the annual budgeting and financial planning process (including mid-year forecast) for the TREES program in collaboration with the Director, Regional and Project Managers, Supervisors, and other Division staff; determine how TREES Program staff participate in drafting portions of the budget;
• Monitor all financial activities, and keep TREES Program management and HQ-Finance advised of situations which have potential negative impact on financial performance; and
• Coordinate proposal budget development with TREES Program staff, Development and HQ-Finance.
Expense Control/Accounts Receivable
• Monitor expenses and revenues to ensure that the TREES Program spend according to the available revenue and that restricted funds are used according to donor requirements;
• Coordinate with HQ-Finance and TREES Program staff to manage receivables on an ongoing basis;
• Create and maintain financial report templates and reporting tools; and
• Establish additional TREES Program procedures, where needed, to ensure adequate control and timely and accurate recording of expenses; including pre-approvals, expense approval limits, and activity planning tools.
Contracts and Agreements
• Ensure that contractual agreements are created with approved templates and according to Rainforest Alliance policies and funder requirements; and coordinates negotiation of agreements with TREES Program staff, Finance, Legal and/or other Rainforest Alliance departments as required and necessary;
• Ensure that Rainforest Alliance-issued agreements and related payments are processed and administered according to Rainforest Alliance policies and in compliance with established terms; and
• Ensure that implementation of funded activities is in conformity and on schedule with the provisions and requirements of the funding sources.
Reporting
• Produce and/or review financial reports submitted to funders on behalf of the TREES Program; ensure that submitted reports and invoices are reviewed for accuracy and include proper support documentation; and
• Assist with monitoring, tracking and reporting of contract and agreement deliverables.
Human Resources
• Coordinate with Human Resources in submission of job descriptions/position announcements and new hire requests in accordance with HR processes, and monitor these for conformance with approved program budget; and
• Coordinate with Human Resources regarding current and future recruitments.
Communication, Training and Guidance
• Serve as a key communication conduit to and from HQ-Finance and TREES Program management and other staff. Ensures the timely and accurate dissemination of information;
• Provide training and guidance to TREES Program staff on the use of financial tools, budget formulation, tracking and adjustments, expense accounting, financial analysis and reporting, and contract management;
• Identify training needs and facilitates contracts orientation and training for newly hired TREES Program staff, in coordination with other Rainforest Alliance staff;
• Provide guidance, coaching and oversight of other TREES Program staff serving in finance and contracts management roles for large government and multi-lateral funded projects; and
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
• Bachelors degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting or Finance;
• 7-10 years experience in financial analysis, reporting and budgeting; with minimum 2 years experience directly supervising staff;
• Demonstrated work experience with both Excel and computerized accounting systems (knowledge of Solomon a plus) and with reporting software, (FrX and Crystal highly preferred);
• Familiarity with a multi-office, multi-national organizational environment;
• Non-profit and U.S. government funding experience preferred;
• Experience in training staff in budgeting, financial reporting and use of financial tools;
• Strong math, analytical and technical skills; highly organized with an attention to details; take initiative; customer service oriented;
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills;
• Ability to interact professionally with culturally and linguistically diverse staff and clients;
• Fluency in English and proficiency in Spanish required; working knowledge of French a plus; and
• Willingness and ability to travel to 30% of the time internationally and domestically.

Salary:
Commensurate with experience. Competitive benefits package provided.

To apply:
Send resume, cover letter and salary history to Human Resources, Rainforest Alliance, 665 Broadway, Suite 500, New York, NY 10012; Fax: 212-677-2187; E-mail: Personnel@ra.org. If emailing, use the following format in the subject line: first name and last name, job title of position you are applying for.

The Rainforest Alliance is an equal opportunity employer.

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Stantec.
CA – California, Woodland Hills
Overview: Our Transportation group provides comprehensive planning, design, and engineering services for all phases of airports and aviation, bridge, rail, roadway, and transit projects. This is the place where great…

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Rainforest Alliance/New York, NY

Reports to: Vice President for Development/Executive Vice President – Development Division
Location: New York, NY

The Rainforest Alliance is an international nonprofit organization that works to conserve biodiversity and ensure sustainable livelihoods by transforming land-use practices, business practices and consumer behavior. Based in New York City, with offices throughout the United States and worldwide, the Rainforest Alliance works with people whose livelihoods depend on the land, helping them transform the way they grow food, harvest wood and host travelers.

Position Summary:
The Director of Individual Giving will have primary responsibility for the management of Rainforest Alliance’s major donor and membership programs. S/he will be responsible for the regular monitoring and implementation of the department’s progress to annual goals including identification, cultivation, stewardship and solicitation strategies. S/he will be responsible for the operational effectiveness of the department – ensuring the skills and leadership development of staff, managing the revenue streams of the membership and major gifts teams, overseeing the team’s strategic use of technology and ensuring compliance with industry best practices, amongst others. This position requires a highly organized, passionate and creative individual to work directly with the Vice President for Development/Executive Vice President in creating fundraising strategies and developing relationships with individual donors to bring the major gifts revenue stream to a new level of success, in part through the Rainforest Alliance’s Leapfrog Campaign. The Director will supervise a team of ten with at least two direct reports.

Responsibilities:
• Work with the Vice President for Development/Executive Vice President and Major Gifts and Membership Managers to draft the individual giving team’s strategic plans, as necessary;
• Oversee the implementation of the organization’s individual giving strategic plan and work with the Major Gifts and Membership managers to create long and short term actions plans to achieve stated goals;
• Manage the membership, major gifts and planned giving fundraising efforts including processes for research, identification, solicitation, cultivation and stewardship of prospects and donors;
• Develop and implement strategies for substantially increasing unrestricted revenue through the Rainforest Alliance’s Leapfrog campaign, in coordination with the Vice President for Development/Executive Vice President;
• Represent the Rainforest Alliance at individual donor meetings and presentations;
• Work with the individual giving teams and communications team to develop and implement long term donor communication strategies;
• Develop and implement strategies for the team’s use of cultivation events and travels programs;
• Work with the Vice President for Development/Executive Vice President on overseeing Board relations, including the identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of Board members and prospects;
• Oversee the development team’s use of technology including managing information on the RA Web site, e-mail donor campaigns, information and donor management systems, the RA intranet and others;
• Assist with the preparation of annual budgets and income projects and regularly review the individual giving team’s revenue and expenses, track department-wide progress to goals, and on a regular basis, update the Vice President for Development/Executive Vice President on progress and create plans to improve performance;
• Provide guidance and direction to all development team managers in the preparation of documents, annual plans, quarterly goals and reports to the Board;
• Work with the Vice President for Development/Executive Vice President to develop and implement strategies to strengthen the skills and leadership of the development team;
• Ensure the compliance of the individual giving team with industry best practices and applicable state and country laws; and
• Other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree required;
• A minimum of 12 years experience with at least 5 years of managerial development experience with a record of securing major gifts and increasing membership revenue;
• Written and verbal proficiency in Spanish a plus
• Must have exemplary communication skills, including the ability to eloquently speak and write about Rainforest Alliance programs;
• Knowledge of Planned Giving preferred;
• Collaborative and energetic work style, superior people skills and the ability to motivate and delegate;
• Ability to develop budgets, analyze financial reports and create income projections;
• Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite and Internet), strong information management skills, particularly with Raiser’s Edge donor tracking software;
• Dependability and outstanding organizational ability with focused attention to detail and follow through; and
• Knowledge of and commitment to environmental issues preferred.

Salary:
Commensurate with experience. Competitive benefits package provided.

To apply:
Send resume, cover letter and salary history to Human Resources, Rainforest Alliance, 665 Broadway, Suite 500, New York, NY 10012; Fax: 212-677-2187; E-mail: Personnel@ra.org. If emailing, use the following format in the subject line: first name and last name, job title of position you are applying for.

The Rainforest Alliance is an equal opportunity employer.

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Southern California Edison/Rosemead, CA

Description:
The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and managing the day-to-day operations of SCE’s North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Compliance Program (NCP) Operations group. The primary function will be to ensure compliance, by implementing industry best practices, with the NERC’s Mandatory Reliability Standards.

The successful candidate will lead the redevelopment, socialization and implementation of an updated, enterprise-wide NERC Standards compliance strategy. In addition, the successful candidate will manage the development and maintenance of SCE-wide compliance-related policies, processes, procedures tools and data, including the use of information management compliance tools (document management; compliance dashboards; Western Electric Coordinating Council (WECC) document delivery system).

The successful candidate will lead regulatory audits, including liaising with NERC and WECC. Responsibilities will also include developing, standardizing, and implementing best practice information protection policies and procedures across SCE. In addition, the successful candidate will also oversee the design and implementation of additional internal compliance monitoring, as well as reporting program tools to strengthen SCE’s on-going NERC Standards compliance. Finally the successful candidate will also participate in Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), NERC, WECC proceedings and as appropriate, committees, industry stakeholder groups, task force committees. While interfacing with industry-wide compliance groups and, other appropriate industry groups to represent SCE’s interest and provide knowledge on industry compliance practices, as required.

Basic Qualifications:
•Bachelor’s Degree.
•Must have experience managing one or more organizations, units, or project teams.

Requirements:
•Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business, Information Technology or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
•Typically possesses 8 or more years’ related experience.
•Substantial knowledge of utility operations with emphasis on generation and bulk transmission operations.
•Knowledge and experience working under the NERC Mandatory Reliability Standards, including the CIP family of Standards.
•Demonstrated experience with network designs including network security and controls.
•Ability to understand and communicate technical, NERC CIP compliance concepts and their impact on SCE’s registered entities and operations.
•Demonstrated ability to interface effectively and collaborate with clients, peers, project personnel, and all levels of management enterprise-wide to develop solutions and ensure stakeholder buy-in.
•Demonstrated ability to accurately analyze information, make strategic decisions/recommendations, and guide others’ decision making by identifying the anticipated benefits, consequences, and impacts of alternatives.
•Demonstrated ability to take initiative and accountability for the accuracy of information and for achieving results.
•Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience developing and presenting technical and business information in both formal and informal settings.
•Must demonstrate excellent business mastery, including the ability to integrate work across relevant areas, manage risks and safety appropriately, manage information, and provide exceptional service to internal and external customers.
•Must demonstrate excellent management mastery, including effective resource and project planning, decision making, results delivery, team building, and staying current with relevant technology and innovation.
•Must demonstrate strong personal mastery, including ethics, leadership, interpersonal skills, communication, and the ability to effectively manage stress and engage in continuous learning.
•Must possess excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Access, PowerPoint, with an emphasis on Excel.
•Demonstrated experience with auditing IT systems and networks or a technical auditing background.
•Demonstrated experience with NERC and WECC standards development processes and FERC regulatory processes.
•Demonstrated experience representing utilities before national reliability organizations, including FERC, NERC, WECC, EEI, North American Transmission Forum, and North American Generator Forum.
•Demonstrated experience leading NERC/WECC compliance audits.

Preferences:
•Advanced technical or business degree
•Industry Certification in IT Auditing (such as CISA) and Industry Certification in Risk Management (such as CRISC)

Comments:
•If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume in confidence by visiting www.edisonjobs.com.
•Additional testing may be required as part of the selection process for this position.
•Edison International and Southern California Edison reserve the right to close or cancel a posting at any time.
•Edison International is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
•Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work directly as employees for any employer in the United States without visa sponsorship

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Sustainable Life Media/San Francisco, CA

The annual Sustainable Brands conference brings the leaders in sustainability, brand and design together for 4 days of conversation. We need a multi-talented designer who can assist in designing for web and print, is comfortable juggling multiple projects and is passionate about sustainability.

You will be working with the Design Manager and marketing team to produce a broad variety of conference materials. Ranging from web pages and e-newsletters to signage and event guides. You are guaranteed to gain a large amount of portfolio pieces by completing this internship.

We need 10-15 hours of work per week, of which at least 8 should be from our offices in San Francisco (the remainder can be done remotely if preferred). The internship will run until the conference in early June.

Skills:
- Adept at using Adobe Creative Suite software i.e. Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, InDesign and bonus points for Flash or After Effects experience.
- HTML/CSS knowledge preferred, but not required
- Highly attuned attention to detail
- Good team player
- Familiarity with brand guidelines and maintaining design consistency

What we can offer:
This internship is unpaid but in addition to the opportunity to plug in with a terrific team of media and sustainable business experts, this position offers full travel, board and admission to the Sustainable Brands Conference 2012 in San Diego from 4-7 June. This comes with the opportunity to meet and interface with some of the top innovators on the global sustainable business landscape. We can also offer a flexible work schedule and part time telecommuting.

How to Apply:
Please send your portfolio or link to it, your resume, along with a cover letter detailing your interest in this role and what you feel your strongest skills are.

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