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Sierra Nevada Alliance/South Lake Tahoe, CA

The Sierra Nevada Alliance is the lead organization managing a Sierra Nevada AmeriCorps Partnership (SNAP) program. The mission of the SNAP program is to assess and restore impaired watershed habitats and to increase community stewardship of the Sierra Nevada watersheds through education and volunteerism. Thirty plus members serve with community non-profits and natural resource agencies to conduct watershed assessment and restoration, watershed education, and volunteer recruitment in the Sierra Nevada to implement the program's mission. Partner organizations mentor AmeriCorps members throughout the 400-mile region. The Sierra Nevada Alliance is responsible for all administration of the program: recruiting, training and placing members, overseeing partner site mentorship, and supporting member service over the course of each calendar year. In addition, the Alliance raises funds to support the program from CalVolunteers, partners and other sources and conducts outreach to keep members, sites, and others abreast of the SNAP program.

Title: SNAP Program Assistant

Location: South Lake Tahoe, CA

Position Description: The SNAP Program Assistant is responsible for assisting the SNAP Director and other staff in supporting the Sierra Nevada AmeriCorps Partnership program. The Program Assistant will maintain accurate administrative records, gather and analyze timesheets and reporting data from AmeriCorps members to ensure compliance with all AmeriCorps & CalVolunteers policies and regulations. In addition, the Program Assistant will manage logistics for Member Trainings, coordinate other Member Processes and assist staff in managing SNAP program financials.
Responsibilities and Activities:
• Lead in the collection, review, approval and reporting out of monthly timesheets, monthly reporting logs, and other SNAP member reporting requirements.
• Analyze SNAP member data and provide information to the Program Director for grant reporting purposes.
• Plan and organize the logistics for Member training events, tours and program events including securing and managing facilities, meals, transportation and training/event materials.
• Collect, maintain and update Member and Host site information, records and files.
• Assist Alliance staff to manage the SNAP Program. This includes reviewing and approving SNAP member reimbursement requests, reviewing and tracking expenses and income, reporting on the program budget, and helping prepare and submit monthly invoices.
• Assist in administering the recruitment and selection process of SNAP members.
• Provide Members and Site Supervisors with quarterly updates on service hours & goals.
• Improve data management tools and reporting to streamline process.
• Assist with program fundraising including event organizing.
• Other duties as assigned.
Necessary Skills and Qualifications
• Highly organized and attentive to detail.
• Strong administrative skills and ability to keep accurate and complete records .
• Proven ability to gather raw data, organize the data, and report out the data in easily understood reports.
• Excellent excel and database management skills.
• Experience organizing logistics for events.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of people.
• Ability to layout work tasks, identify resources to complete projects, leverage human and financial resources, focus his/her own work, complete tasks on time, on budget and of a high quality.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite and the Internet.
• Comfortable in a non-profit organizational culture.
• Ability to travel throughout the region via automobile up to 4 days at a time three times a year for Member trainings.
• Valid State Driver’s license.
• Strong telephone skills.
• Independent, highly motivated, able to work under pressure with frequent deadlines and limited supervision.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to do keyboard entry and mouse manipulation up to 8 hours a day.
Desired Qualifications
• Two years of administrative experience.
• Experience with tracking and managing project budgets and financials.
• Experience in managing facility contractors and coordinating with staff to ensure successful events.
This position reports to the SNAP Program Director

Compensation and benefits: 30 hour a week, non-exempt position receiving an hourly rate commensurate with experience between $13-17. Receives time and a half for any day worked over 8 hours and any week worked over 40 hours. Receives paid time off for holidays identified in the employee handbook when the holidays fall on normally scheduled work day. Accrues 1.5 weeks paid vacation each year and 6 hours of sick leave each month.

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Center for Social Value Creation/College Park, MD

The University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business is seeking an Assistant Director of student programs and social entrepreneurship for The Center for Social Value Creation (CSVC). The center brings together staff, faculty and students to find solutions that address global social and environmental challenges through business principles. The center supports research, curriculum and applied learning by immersing our students in complex and evolving marketplaces where critical thinking, leadership, and entrepreneurship are at the core of the experience.

The Assistant Director will be responsible for the execution of consulting-based experiential learning programs as well as the development, management and expansion of social entrepreneurship programming. The Assistant Director will also work with the Executive Director to administer the center, develop and maintain strategic partnerships and contribute to the overall strategy and continued growth of the organization. Finally, participation in regional social entrepreneurship and responsible business networks is required.

Bachelor degree and 4-6 years of relevant experience required; relevant experience includes consulting, project management, program planning and administration, and track record of delivery/execution. Strong work ethic in a fast-paced, results-oriented team environment is required.

Strong project management skills. Ability to set priorities, organize and manage multiple planning tasks independently.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strict attention to detail, and the ability to work with and through other people; Ability to interact effectively and build relationships with a range of constituents, including MBAs, Undergraduate students, business leaders, nonprofit executives, donors, faculty, and staff at all levels.

Poise and demonstrated ability to speak confidently; experience giving public presentations and interfacing with media highly valued.

Self-starter willing to take initiative, seek guidance when needed, and bring projects to completion independently; desire to learn, explore new ideas.

Flexible, adaptable and comfortable with uncertainty and operating in an entrepreneurial environment; be creative, problem solver

Commitment to the mission of CSVC and a willingness to work flexible hours in support of effective program delivery.

MBA or relevant Masters strongly preferred.

Candidates with hands-on consulting experience and/or work experience in mission-driven business, social sector, emerging markets or social entrepreneurship highly encouraged to apply. Strong preference given to candidates with demonstrated interest in and passion for social value creation.

Comfortable with software applications (Word, Powerpoint, Excel, Adobe Creative Suite); Social media fluency to engage stakeholders and monitor trends (Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, etc.) is highly preferred.

Understanding of academic environments and deep commitment to higher education a significant plus.

Compensation: Competitive and commensurate with experience. The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 22 Days Annual Leave; 15 Days Sick Leave; 3 Days Personal Leave; 15 Paid Holidays; Tuition Remission; Health, Dental, Vision and Prescription coverage.

When applying, please upload a PDF version of your cover letter, resume and list of references.

Candidates must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the USA. No H1-B Visa sponsorship is offered for this position.

For more information about the University of Maryland, please visit www.maryland.edu.

Required Documents:

Resume
Cover Letter
List of References

The University of Maryland, College Park, actively subscribes to a policy of equal employment opportunity, and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry or national origin, marital status, genetic information, political affiliation, and gender identity or expression. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.

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Rails-to-Trails Conservancy (RTC).
CA – California, San Francisco
Summary:Rails-to-Trails Conservancy is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to connecting people and communities by creating a nationwide network of public trails, many from former rail lines and connecting corridors. Rails-to-Trails…

Salary: non-disclosed. Date posted: 05/03/2013

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Rainforest Alliance/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 behaviour. 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:
Under the supervision of the Coordinator, Office of the President, s/he will provide administrative support to the President and Executive Office team. The Assistant will need to develop a strong understanding of the Rainforest Alliance’s mission and conservation issues.

Responsibilities:
• Maintain appointment schedules by scheduling meetings, conferences, phone calls, speaking engagements, and travel logistics for the President; s/he will also be responsible for providing administrative related support to the Sustainable Finance Director;
• Coordinate all aspects of meeting preparation, including communications with relevant staff, logistics, agendas, materials preparation, as well as meeting follow-up, including minutes and correspondence;
• Manage President’s phone calls and contact information;
• Generate expense reports for cash reimbursements and monthly American Express invoices for the President and Sustainable Finance Director;
• Generate Executive Office monthly updates and calendar reports;
• Maintain paper and electronic filing and retrieval systems including management of the Salesforce database for Executive Office;
• Provide support for Executive events such as the annual staff meeting and the Marketing Sustainability & Certification Workshop, including communications with relevant staff, logistics, and materials preparation, as well as meeting follow-up;
• Assist President and Coordinator with stakeholder outreach including coordination of stakeholder events, minute taking, logistics and other tasks;
• Assist Coordinator with research projects and provide facilitation on cross-program and emerging initiatives (i.e. Water research, PES);
• Assist Coordinator with Campus Outreach including campus correspondence, meeting preparation and follow-up;
• Facilitate logistical needs of senior staff when requested by the President as well as remote senior staff and partner NGOs when in New York office;
• Assist in the preparation of presentations, draft letters and documents; and
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in required;
• 1-2 years’ administrative experience supporting a senior level executive in a professional work environment;
• Must have excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office and Internet) and comfort working with database programs. Knowledge of PowerPoint software preferred;
• Must have excellent writing and verbal communications skills;
• Verbal and written fluency in Spanish language a plus;
• Candidate must have strong verbal and written communication skills and display a high level of diplomacy and professionalism;
• Must be able to work independently, multi-task and work under tight deadlines; and
• Demonstrated interest in conservation, corporate social responsibility and/or international development issues.

Salary:
Commensurate with experience. Competitive benefits package provided

To apply:
Send resume, cover letter and salary history to Human Resources, Rainforest Alliance, 233 Broadway, 28th Floor, New York, NY 10279; Fax: 212-677-2187. If emailing, use the following format in the subject line: first name and last name, job title and position you are applying for.

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GLOBAL GREEN USA.
CA – California, Santa Monica
Global Green USA is seeking a dynamic Communications and Corporate Relations Assistant to join our team. This position will provide direct professional support for our Director of Communication & Corporate…

Salary: non-disclosed. Date posted: 04/09/2013

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Conservation Services Group/Madison, WI

Conservation Services Group (CSG) is the leading provider of residential energy efficiency programs in North America. CSG has helped Americans make smart energy use decisions an important part of the way they live and work since 1984. The company designs, develops, and delivers innovative, results-driven programs. CSG employees are committed to a mission of delivering these comprehensive programs to help people use energy more wisely.

Energy efficiency and renewable energy are our sole business, not one of a hundred departments in a large corporation. CSG provides proven expertise to utilities, state agencies, trade allies and homeowners, tenants, and property owners seeking to improve home durability, safety, air quality and comfort while saving money. We bring creativity and commitment to our goals of championing the development and use of safe, clean energy.

People who work at CSG say that it's a unique kind of organization — one that nurtures individual talents and inspires dedication. We share a commitment to our work and our mission. CSG has a collegial atmosphere, where people respect and encourage each other to help the environment and change the way our country uses energy. How about you; do you see yourself as a part of our team?

Responsibilities:
- Initiate outbound calls responding to customer requests for information on programs and requirements.
- Assist in the resolution of customer issues.
- Screens phone calls, handles mail, and manages calendars.
- Compose letters, emails and PowerPoint presentations.
- Maintain inventory of office supplies and orders office supplies, equipment, and services.
- Make meeting and travel arrangements for department, both on- and off-site.
- Enter data and track data into a database or system associated with a program or department. Run reports as required.
- Maintain confidential files and records.
- Additional duties as assigned

Qualifications:
- 1-2 years demonstrated experience in administration is required.
- Excellent communications and interpersonal skills are required.
- Strong organizational skills are required. Candidate must demonstrate an ability to initiate, coordinate and prioritize responsibilities and follow through on tasks and projects.
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite is required.
- Experience with administering energy efficiency programs, and knowledge of energy-efficient technologies, health and safety, and residential contracting, is a plus.
- Ability to perform multiple tasks in an environment of frequent and often short deadlines is required.

Salary Range: Commensurate with experience

CSG's compensation package includes comprehensive medical coverage with BlueCross BlueShield Blue Care Elect PPO, dental coverage with Delta Dental PPO, and vision coverage with EyeMed Vision Care; Employer paid life and AD&D insurance and STD & LTD insurance coverage; Plus paid holidays, PTO, and employer matching 401(k) retirement plan.

Please apply online at: http://jobs-csg.icims.com

CSG is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Key Words: green jobs, energy efficiency, utility, conservation, BPI, LEED, weatherization, HVAC, clean energy, energy conservation, csg jobs, energy consulting, energy efficient, green energy, renewable energy

If interested, please apply online at http://track.tmpservice.com/…d=1769391-2411-7388

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Sound Watershed Consulting/Alameda, CA

We are looking for an exceptional assistant to be our right hand person. If you are committed to personal and professional growth and ready to contribute to something meaningful for yourself, reliable, trustworthy, organized, careful with details, thorough and enthusiastic with projects, able to guide and work with others when needed, a total whatever-it-takes team player, a clear communicator, friendly and enthusiastic, and a real problem solver, then we are looking for you!

This is both a personal and professional assistant position, so you'll be helping us both in our businesses and in our daily lives. Some of the things you’d be responsible for may include:

– Administrative tasks
– Light book-keeping & data entry
– Coordinating project staff
– Ordering supplies
– Updating databases
– Light cleaning & general household organization
– Preparing for events (logistic support)
– Creating, organizing, and updating systems for the business
– Revamping filing systems
– Scanning & document archiving
– Shopping (food, office supplies, etc)
– Driving our kids to/from school and/or various activities
– Responding to clients when we're traveling for an extended period
– Coordinating schedules
– General computer/internet tech support
– Making phone calls on our behalf and
– Keeping things humming.

We act professionally & authentically, and we will treat you with respect. We are flexible, and we invite you to work with us in developing a schedule that meets your needs, even if it varies day-to-day.

We’re starting this position at 20 hours per week, and hours/pay will grow as your responsibility level, impact, and ability to work unsupervised grows (that’s what we’re looking for). The more you get done, the more you’ll have to do, and if it’s all helping us live smoother lives, grow our business, and spend more time on our priorities, then your hours and pay can grow.

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Midwest Renewable Energy Association/Custer, WI

The Administrative Assistant will assist with the daily functions of the office. The MREA is a growing non-profit organization dedicated to promoting renewable energy through education and demonstration. The Administrative Assistant will provide support services for all MREA program areas including: administration, special events, the annual Energy Fair, membership, grants, and educational workshops.

Deadline:
Friday, March 22, 2013
Send cover letter, resume and reference contact information to the MREA (7558 Deer Rd, Custer, WI 54423) C/O Greta Ladenthin, Operations Manager or electronically: gretal@midwestrenew.org

Employment Terms:
This is a 32 – 40 hour per week employment opportunity.
Hours are typically 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday-Friday
Employment expected to begin on April 1, 2013

Compensation:
$12.50 per hour. Paid vacation and holidays, optional health insurance. Flex plan available for medical expenses and dependent care.

Qualifications:
Qualified candidates should have a strong interest in renewable energy and a passion for the MREA mission (visit www.midwestrenew.org). They must possess outstanding phone and people skills, demonstrated organizational skills, and the ability to work a consistent and set schedule. Some weekend work will be required. Candidates should have prior experience working with databases, Microsoft Word, Excel, QuickBooks, and Macintosh and PC computers. Successful candidates will be able to multi-task, take direction from multiple group/department leads, prioritize duties, and work independently.

Job Duties:
Answer and route phone calls and emails, greet visitors to the ReNew the Earth Institute and assist with conducting site tours, coordinate daily and bulk mailings, maintain informational materials, database entry, attend assigned outreach events, track Marketplace inventory and storeroom supplies, process Marketplace orders and event registrations. Other duties as requested.

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Pure Logic Clean Energy/Fort Collins, CO

Ft Collins Solar Energy Firm is offering a full time position- Assistant Operations Manager. This role is to support the Operations Manager and assist with the following tasks and responsibilities.
• Coordination and Supervision – Coordinate, manage and monitor the workings of various departments in the organization.
• Financial – Review financial statements and data. Utilize financial data to improve profitability. Prepare and control operational budgets. Control inventory. Plan effective strategies for the financial well being of the company.
• Best Practices – Improve processes and policies in support of organizational goals. Formulate and implement departmental and organizational policies and procedures to maximize output. Monitor adherence to rules, regulations and procedures.
• Human Resources – Plan the use of human resources. Organize recruitment and placement of required staff. Establish organizational structures. Delegate tasks and accountabilities. Establish work schedules. Supervise staff. Monitor and evaluate performance.
• Production – Coordinate and monitor the work of various departments involved in production, warehousing, pricing and distribution of goods. Monitor performance and implement improvements. Ensure quality of products. Manage quality and quantity of employee productivity. Manage maintenance of equipment and machinery. Provide technical support where necessary.
• Communication – Monitor, manage and improve the efficiency of support services such as IT, HR, Accounts and Finance. Facilitate coordination and communication between support functions.
• Sales, Marketing and Customer Service – Manage customer support. Plan and support sales and marketing activities.
Education, Skills and Experience:
Education:
Bachelors degree in construction management, finance, business, etc. Candidates without degree, but with exceptional experience and skills will be considered.
ASSISTANT OPERATIONS MANAGER
Skills:
• Strong computer literacy skills including a solid understanding of emailing, file sharing, facebook , twitter, etc. is a must
• Strong communication skills with staff, suppliers, customers is a must.
• A strong knowledge specifically of Microsoft Office and Macintosh Office programs is a must. Knowledge of Quickbooks, Salesforce, Dropbox is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and follow through without supervision.
• Ability to handle and prioritize long task lists in every area mentioned above.
• A strong attention to detail and organization is a must.
• Ability to supervise and carry out operational mandates with confidence.
Experience
• Minimum 1 year experience performing similar duties
• Supervisory experience preferred
• Construction management experience preferred
• Solar PV experience preferred
Requirements
• Background test, skills testing and interview will be required prior to being hired.
• Valid Co Drivers license
Compensation:
• $20-$25/per hour DOE
• 40 Hours week

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Southern California Edison/Pomona, CA

INTRODUCTION:
Highly-motivated; likes challenge; collaborative; committed to delivering high quality work… Did we describe you? Read on…
Southern California Edison is one of the nation’s largest investor-owned electric utilities. We are an industry leader that is designing new and innovative ways to meet our customer’s needs. We are looking for highly motivated individuals who enjoy the challenge of working on key industry changing projects. We need your good ideas and your contributions to remain a leader in this industry.

POSITION OVERVIEW:
This position will be in the Advanced Technology division within Southern California Edison’s (SCE) Transmission and Distribution Organizational Unit (TDOU). The successful candidate will research, coordinate, finalize complex assignments, and exercise independent judgment with respect to more complex problems. Typical responsibilities will include: routing project reports and other documents for review and approval; assist Analyst in preparation for annual audits to successfully meet International Organization for Standardization (ISO) requirements; utilizing office productivity tools (Microsoft Office Suite) to gather information, analyze data, edit documents, and produce reports; performing general clerical tasks, such as scanning documents, editing office documents (handbooks, reports, etc.), maintaining adequate office supplies, and coordinating travel and lodging accommodations for management and staff; reconciling material purchases; handling confidential information; posting credit card transactions to expense reports, performing data entry; providing updates on assignments to senior management, managers, and staff; providing information and making recommendations on processes that could have a minor corporate or moderate departmental impact. In addition, the successful candidate will maintain a safety conscious work environment by following Edison safety protocols and safe work practices and performing other responsibilities and duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:
•A combination of formal education, training, and experience to gain knowledge, skills, and abilities generally equivalent to those possessed by a high school graduate.
•Must have four or more years of experience perfoming advanced administrative, secretarial, and clerical functions.
•Demonstrated experience utilizing office productivity tools (Microsoft Office Suite) to gather information, analyze data, edit documents, use advanced functions, and produce reports/non-standard products.
•Demonstrated experience assisting staff in preparing reports (ie. financial, compliance, audit) for Leadership, executives, and other internal/external stakeholders.
•Demonstrated experience successfully completing assignments in a team and individual environment.
•Demonstrated experience providing updates on assignments to senior management, managers and staff.
•Demonstrated experience maintaining office supplies, including ensuring an appropriate stock of resources.
•Demonstrated experience producing presentations for all levels of management.
•Demonstrated experience reconciling fiscal information.
•Must be able to maintain a sense of discreetness when working with sensitive/confidential material.
•Demonstrated experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Project and Visio.
•Demonstrated ability to follow Edison safety protocols and safe work practices.
•Must demonstrate the ability to integrate work across relevant areas, manage information, and provide exceptional service to internal and external customers.
•Must demonstrate the ability to stay current with relevant technology and innovation.
•Must demonstrate strong ethics, interpersonal skills, and the ability to engage in continuous learning.

TESTING
•Microsoft Word
•Microsoft Excel
•5206 – EEI Basic Competency Assessment Battery (BCAB)
•We encourage you to immediately begin preparing for any tests required in this job posting.

Comments:
•Edison International and Southern California Edison reserve the right to close or cancel a posting at any time.
•If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume in confidence by visiting www.edisonjobs.com.
•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.
•SCE provides access and opportunities to those with disabilities; please let us know if you require an accommodation for this appointment.
Southern California Edison, an Edison International (NYSE:EIX) company, serves a population of nearly 14 million via 4.9 million customer accounts in a 50,000-square-mile service area within Central, Coastal and Southern California. Join the utility leader that is safely delivering reliable, affordable electricity to our customers for over 125 years.

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