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Silicon Valley Leadership Group/San Jose, CA

The Silicon Valley Leadership Group, a public policy trade association, is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Director, Energy Policy & Programs (Director of Energy).

About the Silicon Valley Leadership Group
The Silicon Valley Leadership Group, founded in 1978 by David Packard of Hewlett-Packard, represents more than 375 of Silicon Valley's most respected employers. Leadership Group members collectively provide nearly one of every three private sector jobs in Silicon Valley. The Silicon Valley Leadership Group is a member-driven organization engaged in issues impacting both the economic health and quality of life in the Silicon Valley region, including housing, transportation, environment, energy, education, taxation and health care.

Position Summary
The Silicon Valley Leadership Group (Leadership Group) is seeking a highly qualified candidate to serve as Director of Energy. In this role, you will help the Leadership Group’s members and partners define and carry out energy-related policy, programs and events. You will also advocate for reliable, high quality, environmentally sensitive and competitively priced power in a transparent, market-based system that maximizes innovation and customer choice for the benefit of all Californians.

Roles
• Staff the Leadership Group’s energy committee and various subcommittees.
• Develop policy positions and advocate for clean technology, renewable energy, and other energy-related policy at the local, state and federal level.
• Involve member companies, as well as other stakeholders, partners and organizations, in the Leadership Group’s policy committees, policy initiatives, and events.
• Serve as lead in the design, development and staffing of signature events for the Leadership Group including the Energy and Sustainability Summit and Data Center Efficiency Summit.
• Project-manage the Pacific Gas & Electric Company and Leadership Group partnership in driving energy efficiency, demand response and renewable energy adoption.
• Participate in cross-functional teams consisting of Leadership Group staff and members to achieve Leadership Group objectives for Local, State and Federal Government Advocacy.
• Co-Manage the Energy and Environment Associate.
• Assist in communicating the Leadership Group’s mission, objectives, success and activities to the membership and broader community.
• Represent the Leadership Group on various community boards, committees, organizations and task forces as appropriate
• Represent the Leadership Group at public and private forums including conferences, press conferences, hearings and receptions.

Responsibilities

Energy Committee Staffing and Management
• Managing committee input on successes, goals and objectives.
• Ensure that committees and coalitions are strategically focused on achievable objectives.
• Recommend appropriate policy positions by researching legislation and public policy issues affecting member companies, providing information regarding competing viewpoints and recommending a position to policy committees.
• Coordinating speakers for meetings to better inform members of the issues.
• Developing meeting agendas in coordination with committee chairs.

Advocacy
• Participating in Washington DC and Sacramento advocacy trips. (The job requires regular travel to Sacramento and San Francisco.)
• Partnering with other associations, community leaders, and organizations on issues of mutual interest.
• Provide comments and testimony as part of the CPUC and CEC processes.
• Building coalitions and reaching consensus in support of the Leadership Group’s policy positions.
• Developing relationships with key policy makers to help keep them abreast of Leadership Group’s policy priorities and positions.
• Writing letters and providing testimony on Leadership Group’s positions to appropriate policy makers.
• Coordinating letters and testimony from Leadership Group member companies and appropriate community groups and associations in support of the Leadership Group’s position.
• Assisting in developing press strategy on policy and events.
• Drafting and submitting Letters to the Editor, Guest Op-eds, etc.

Membership Management
• Meet with potential members, cultivate relationships with new members and deepen partnerships with existing members in policy, programs and events.
• Facilitate engagement of members in the work of the Energy Committee and Subcommittees and other program areas, as appropriate.

Develop, Design, & Market Energy-Related Events by:
• Recruiting and leading planning teams to design content and agenda for energy events.
• Design and implement marketing plans to identify and recruit sponsors.

Skills
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team
• Ability to set and achieve short and long-term objectives
• Ability to effectively plan and facilitate events and meetings
• Ability to manage staff, interns and volunteers
• Ability to establish and maintain strong and collaborative working relationships with a wide variety of different people

Minimum Qualifications
• Policy experience in more than one area, including but not limited to: energy efficiency, renewable energy, natural gas, climate change and clean tech business
• Knowledge and experience in public policy process and political dynamics
• Undergraduate degree in a relevant field such as policy, science or business
• Experience building and managing collaborative relationships
• Experience in program management, budgeting and implementation
• Excellent written, verbal, public speaking and interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent organizational development, strategic planning and problem solving skills

Preferred Qualifications
Strong preference will be given to candidates with:
• Experience working for a public policy association
• Experience working on energy policy
• Good relationships with California Bay Area lawmakers, utilities, municipal elected officials, and area business and non-profit executives
• Demonstrated ability to conceptualize and implement large and substantive revenue-generating events

Salary Range
$60,000 – $90,000, depending upon qualifications and experience.

Benefits
The benefits package includes paid holidays, two weeks annual accrued vacation to start; medical, dental, long term disability and life insurance coverage paid for employee; 401K plan participation after six months of employment, and Ecopass.

The Silicon Valley Leadership Group is an equal opportunity employer.

To Apply
Interested candidates may send their resume to: svlg.energy@gmail.com
No calls please

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Wholesome Wave/Bridgeport, CT

About Wholesome Wave
The mission of Wholesome Wave is to empower and equip people to make better food choices by supporting innovative nutrition programs in historically underserved communities. Wholesome Wave’s current programs promote both access and affordability of fresh produce in over 300 low-income communities across the country.

For more information, please visit www.wholesomewave.org

Position
Reporting to, and working closely with, Wholesome Wave’s Innovations Lab and Programs Team, this full-time position provides key programmatic support at our Bridgeport office.

Responsibilities
Provide support to Wholesome Wave’s Innovations Lab and Programs Team

• Work with Innovations Lab and Programs Team to launch 2013 Program Affiliates Pilot model. This will allow us to interact with vetted organizations, beyond our current national program network of over 60 partners, who have expressed interest in our tools and services. Ultimately, this pilot may scale to hundreds of community-based organizations across the U.S. Duties include:
o Research potential program Affiliates; and translate learning’s into a streamlined process.
o Launch, run, and fine-tune pilot model, including marketing, providing some technical assistance, and tracking pipeline of potential affiliates.
o Track progress, and contribute to case study and pilot evaluation plan
• Provide management assistance to strategically develop online learning community of 60+ community-based organizations. Produce and curate highly interactive web-based content, program tools and materials, and learning sessions that mix expert input with cross-partner sharing and lively discussions.
• Develop and test communication strategies to engage online learning community members.
• Community-based work, implementing the Double Value Coupon Program at our farm stands in Bridgeport, CT, leading to in-depth understanding of our national program network.
• Write blogs and support Innovations Lab and/or Programs Team in social media activities as needed.
• Other activities, including administrative support, as needed.
Display a willingness to roll up one's sleeves and pitch in as needed.

Qualifications
• Educational background, work experience, or strong interest in Health, Environmental Sciences, Agriculture, Food Systems or other relevant field
• Educational background or work experience in social enterprises, business or marketing preferred
• Experience in engaging a network of organizations across sectors
• Skilled in managing your own work-plan, working independently with minimal supervision, and working collaboratively in a team setting
• Polite and professional manner and appearance
• Good time management skills and ability to prioritize in a fast paced environment with competing demands
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as computer skills
• Strong interpersonal skills

Compensation, Time and Classification
• 12 weeks beginning in June, ending in August but some flexibility with start and end dates
• 40 hours per week
• Based out of our Bridgeport CT office
• Competitive stipend
• Position is open until filled

Please send resume and cover letter by April 30th 2013

WHOLESOME WAVE is firmly committed to equal employment and advancement opportunities for all present employees
as well as for applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, age, lawful source
of income, mental retardation, mental disability or physical disability, including, but not limited to, blindness or deafness,
sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

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Ecova/Atlanta, GA

Ecova–Making a World of Difference
At Ecova, we believe each individual, no matter the role, can make a difference for our clients, the environment and for themselves. Ecova is built on a strong foundation of integrity, community, leadership, persistence and urgency.
Our highest goal is to be the market leading, trusted advisor to organizations driven to maximize results, reduce expenses, manage risk and improve environmental performance. Our focus is to grow results on saving resources for our clients – from utilities to facilities. We apply data-driven insights – from demand to impact – to target inefficiencies and See More, Save More and Sustain More for our clients.
We strive to deliver results and innovation through efforts of our unparalleled people to each and every client with whom we engage. We’re on the look-out for team players to work with us in serving as an integral extension of our clients to measure, analyze and improve resource management. Come join the Ecova family… together we can Make a World of Difference.

Utility Solutions

Supervisor, Energy Programs

The Supervisor, Energy Programs will be responsible for directing and/or managing all activities associated with the energy management support staff. Responsible for program management support for ecova’s Utility Solutions business unit for several projects or one major program resulting in total annual labor budget(s) of >$500K.

Role Description

• Establishes and Implements performance and service standards.
• Develops and Implements process and/or operational improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of operations.
• Ensures productivity meets or exceeds service and quality standards.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Facilitate communication between members of the team.
• Monitor procedures and recommend improvements.
• Monitor work schedules and time management, while tracking labor cost.
• Identify and recommend staffing requirements based upon justified need.
• Promote and maintain teamwork and effective communication with other leaders and their teams.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Role Competencies

• Associates degree or equivalent work experience.
• 2 +years Supervisory experience working in a business processing environment.
• Experience working with utility and deregulated invoice processing a plus.
• Familiar with utility billing terms and/or SalesForce preferred.
• Strong computer skills (Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Products)
• Demonstrated strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• A highly collaborative work style as demonstrated through team interactions.
• Demonstrated excellent time management, planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle stressful situations in a calm, composed manner while managing numerous tasks with a focus to detail.
• Problem solver offering practical thinking and approaches when applicable, providing sound analysis and judgment when making decisions and/or recommendations.
• Must be self-directed and able to learn business and new products quickly.
• Aptitude to work independently or as part of a team and to adapt to changing industry demands.
• Excellent problem analysis and problem resolution skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• High performance team and a strong team player.
• Commitment to confidentiality and company values.

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.

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Net Impact.
CA – California, San Francisco
Net Impact is currently seeking an innovative, entrepreneurial, and thoughtful leader to serve as its first Vice President of Programs. Reporting to the CEO and acting as a member of…

Salary: non-disclosed. Date posted: 03/01/2013

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Cascade Bicycle Club/Seattle, WA

Founded in 1970, Cascade Bicycle Club is a 14,000+ member nonprofit organization based in Seattle, Washington, dedicated to creating better communities through bicycling. Cascade envisions a community where bicycling is normal, safe and convenient for everyone.

Cascade is a local, regional and statewide leader in advocating for bicycle policy and infrastructure, producing world-class cycling events, educating youth and adult cyclists, offering 1400 free daily rides annually and promoting bicycle commuting. Cascade is directed by an elected volunteer board and operates with 32 paid staff and thousands of volunteers.

I. Overview

The Field Programs Manager will empower and mobilize Cascade members and constituents to advance our mission of creating better communities through bicycling in the Puget Sound region. The Field Programs Manager will identify, recruit and develop leaders from the community to be effective advocates for Cascade’s agenda, as well as serving as an advocate herself. The Field Programs Manager is a key member of Cascade’s Policy, Planning and Government Affairs Department team, working to advocate for better bicycle plans, policies, funding and projects.

Campaign, community or other organizing experience is an absolute necessity. An understanding of transportation and land use policy and funding is desirable.

II. Specific Responsibilities

-Identify and recruit volunteers to work on Cascade issue advocacy and political campaigns, and/or to participate in Cascade’s Advocacy Leadership Institute (ALI)
-Manage all aspects of ALI, including promotion of the program, the application process, curriculum development and workshop instruction
-Build a functional, efficient and effective structure for the empowerment of volunteer leaders in Seattle and around the region
-Mobilize and empower volunteer leaders to achieve the goals of Cascade’s advocacy and political campaigns
-Help educate volunteers and constituents on our positions and drive turnout to events (open houses, public meetings, hearings, phone banks, door canvasses)
-Use campaigns as an opportunity to develop leaders on our issues
-Work with Cascade staff and volunteers to identify local plans and projects that require community support for timely and effective implementation, and mobilize the community to voice support for those projects
-Raise awareness of critical bicycle advocacy issues through targeted emails and action alerts, Cascade’s blog and other forms of communication with members and constituents
-Manage databases of members and constituents while creating a ladder of engagement to track volunteer leadership development
-Assist Cascade’s Principal Planner with consulting work, plan and design review and other forms of technical assistance to municipalities and agencies
-Assist the Policy and Government Affairs Manager in executing political strategy and campaigns advancing pro-bike policies and candidates at the local, regional and state level
-Assist the Legislative Affairs Manager in mobilizing support for bicycle-friendly legislation and policies at the state level and in jurisdictions across the region
-Coordinate with allied organizations on city, county and state-wide campaigns
-Write and deliver testimony as needed
-Assist Cascade events staff with major events and rides as needed

III. Skills

Organizing, Networking and Coalition Building

-Ability to teach, empower and inspire others to be effective advocates
-Energetic and personable affect with members, volunteers and allies
-Ability to identify and recruit people to work on campaigns
-Ability to develop leaders within the bicycling movement
-Knowledge of databases and communications tools such as Salsa and Voter Activation Network
-Experience and proven leadership in developing and executing campaigns
-Demonstrated ability in strategic planning, political communications, and working with coalitions

Advocacy

-Demonstrated ability to work effectively with and lobby elected officials, governmental agencies, corporations, community leaders, community organizations, etc.
-Proficient in online communications and new media tools
-Strong skills in writing and delivering testimony
-Knowledge of transportation policy or related field
-Experience with electoral campaigns
-Ability to translate policies, plans and design into language understandable by the general public

Other

-Excellent organizational skills including ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize
-Commitment to bicycle advocacy and non-motorized transportation
-Ability and interest in working in a collaborative team environment
-Excellent written and verbal communication skills

IV. Employment Specifics

-Full-time salaried position with some evening and weekend work required
-Some travel around the Puget Sound region required
-Reports to and is supervised by the Director of Policy, Planning and Government Affairs
-Six-month probationary performance review by supervisor
-Annual performance reviews at hire date
-Monetary compensation commensurate with qualifications and experience; benefits package

To Apply

Submit a cover letter, resume, three professional references, and a relevant writing sample all in a single PDF document to resume@cascadebicycleclub.org. Applications due February 13, 2013.

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Cascade Bicycle Club/Seattle, WA

Founded in 1970, Cascade Bicycle Club is a 14,000+ member nonprofit organization based in Seattle, Washington, dedicated to creating better communities through bicycling. Cascade envisions a community where bicycling is normal, safe and convenient for everyone.

Cascade is a local, regional and statewide leader in advocating for bicycle policy and infrastructure, producing world-class cycling events, educating youth and adult cyclists, offering 1400 free daily rides annually and promoting bicycle commuting. Cascade is directed by an elected volunteer board and operates with 32 paid staff and thousands of volunteers.

I. Overview

The Field Programs Manager will empower and mobilize Cascade members and constituents to advance our mission of creating better communities through bicycling in the Puget Sound region. The Field Programs Manager will identify, recruit and develop leaders from the community to be effective advocates for Cascade’s agenda, as well as serving as an advocate herself. The Field Programs Manager is a key member of Cascade’s Policy, Planning and Government Affairs Department team, working to advocate for better bicycle plans, policies, funding and projects.

Campaign, community or other organizing experience is an absolute necessity. An understanding of transportation and land use policy and funding is desirable.

II. Specific Responsibilities

-Identify and recruit volunteers to work on Cascade issue advocacy and political campaigns, and/or to participate in Cascade’s Advocacy Leadership Institute (ALI)
-Manage all aspects of ALI, including promotion of the program, the application process, curriculum development and workshop instruction
-Build a functional, efficient and effective structure for the empowerment of volunteer leaders in Seattle and around the region
-Mobilize and empower volunteer leaders to achieve the goals of Cascade’s advocacy and political campaigns
-Help educate volunteers and constituents on our positions and drive turnout to events (open houses, public meetings, hearings, phone banks, door canvasses)
-Use campaigns as an opportunity to develop leaders on our issues
-Work with Cascade staff and volunteers to identify local plans and projects that require community support for timely and effective implementation, and mobilize the community to voice support for those projects
-Raise awareness of critical bicycle advocacy issues through targeted emails and action alerts, Cascade’s blog and other forms of communication with members and constituents
-Manage databases of members and constituents while creating a ladder of engagement to track volunteer leadership development
-Assist Cascade’s Principal Planner with consulting work, plan and design review and other forms of technical assistance to municipalities and agencies
-Assist the Policy and Government Affairs Manager in executing political strategy and campaigns advancing pro-bike policies and candidates at the local, regional and state level
-Assist the Legislative Affairs Manager in mobilizing support for bicycle-friendly legislation and policies at the state level and in jurisdictions across the region
-Coordinate with allied organizations on city, county and state-wide campaigns
-Write and deliver testimony as needed
-Assist Cascade events staff with major events and rides as needed

III. Skills

Organizing, Networking and Coalition Building

-Ability to teach, empower and inspire others to be effective advocates
-Energetic and personable affect with members, volunteers and allies
-Ability to identify and recruit people to work on campaigns
-Ability to develop leaders within the bicycling movement
-Knowledge of databases and communications tools such as Salsa and Voter Activation Network
-Experience and proven leadership in developing and executing campaigns
-Demonstrated ability in strategic planning, political communications, and working with coalitions

Advocacy

-Demonstrated ability to work effectively with and lobby elected officials, governmental agencies, corporations, community leaders, community organizations, etc.
-Proficient in online communications and new media tools
-Strong skills in writing and delivering testimony
-Knowledge of transportation policy or related field
-Experience with electoral campaigns
-Ability to translate policies, plans and design into language understandable by the general public

Other

-Excellent organizational skills including ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize
-Commitment to bicycle advocacy and non-motorized transportation
-Ability and interest in working in a collaborative team environment
-Excellent written and verbal communication skills

IV. Employment Specifics

-Full-time salaried position with some evening and weekend work required
-Some travel around the Puget Sound region required
-Reports to and is supervised by the Director of Policy, Planning and Government Affairs
-Six-month probationary performance review by supervisor
-Annual performance reviews at hire date
-Monetary compensation commensurate with qualifications and experience; benefits package

To Apply

Submit a cover letter, resume, three professional references, and a relevant writing sample all in a single PDF document to resume@cascadebicycleclub.org. Applications due February 13, 2013.

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Global Initiative for Sustainability Ratings (GISR)/Boston, MA (Possibility for DC or negotiable)

Technical Programs Associate

The Global Initiative for Sustainability Ratings (GISR – www.ratesustainability.org) is a joint project of Ceres and Tellus Institute, the organizations that co-founded the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI). The Technical Programs Associate is a new contract-based position that will be based in Boston, MA (preferred) or Washington, DC.

GISR’s mission is to create a world class corporate sustainability ratings standard as an instrument for transforming the definition of value and value creation by business in the 21st century in a way that aligns with the global sustainability agenda. Presently over 100 sustainability raters administer hundreds of questionnaires to thousands of companies worldwide. A single large company may receive 50 or more questionnaires annually, often seeking often duplicative information. This proliferation has confounded companies, created survey fatigue, and led to inconsistency and divergence in ratings outcomes among users of ratings. GISR and our partners have come together to address this challenge.

You can be part of a vibrant start-up workplace that welcomes diverse perspectives, independent work and follow through, analytical acumen, where a ‘can do’ attitude, innovation, technical rigor and a focus on results are rewarded.

Role

The Technical Programs Associate will support program staff on the US team based in Boston, MA and Washington DC and will provide technical support to GISR’s Technical Review Committee (TRC – http://ratesustainability.org/about/governance/).

The Technical Programs Associate plays a key role by supporting the TRC and the Secretariat with the goal of ensuring rigorous and timely inputs to decision-making and smooth operation of day-to-day activities. In addition, logistical support to GISR committees forms part of the Associate’s responsibilities. Work involves a diverse group of internal and external contacts, independent judgment, and effective time budgeting and diligent management of multi-tasks in a dynamic work environment.

Key Responsibilities

Technical and administrative activities include:

• Support Technical Review Committee (TRC) of GISR
• Technical tasks including:
- Mapping, research, analytical spreadsheet and database work in support of GISR Principles, Issues and Indicators
- Research and categorization of sustainability-related certification programs
- Research and database entry of sustainability ratings, rankings and indices
- Drafting technical memos for TRC and Secretariat

• Coordination of information requests from Program Manager and Co-Chair to ensure requests are met according to deadlines.
• Ensure regular TRC meetings are maintained and consistent.
• Ensure timeliness, consistency and quality in all work products.
• Work with Program Director and Co-Chair to track status of all pertinent projects and programs, including proposals, reports and meeting minutes.

Qualifications

• 3-5 five years working for a senior-level executive.
• BA/BS in a relevant field, with strong analytical/quantitative experience
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interface well with the various GISR committees, and staff from Ceres and Tellus Institute
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Well organized, motivated, and detail-oriented.
• Demonstrated poise, tact, and consistent follow through on assignments.
• Comfortable handling confidential information.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Highly proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other software applications and willingness to learn others. Experience with SQL database development a plus.
• Initiative and problem solving skills.
• Native/Fluent English speaking and writing.
• Interest and/or experience in sustainability (ESG) ratings, research or analysis preferred.

Compensation: Low to mid US 40’s
Start date: February 2013

To apply, please email your cover letter, resume and a brief writing sample by January 15, 2013 to Kate Robinson, krobinson@tellus.org.

Due to the volume of employment applications and queries received, GISR is unable to respond to each application individually. Applicants will be contacted directly if selected as a candidate.

GISR is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Yosemite Conservancy.
CA – California, El Portal
EL PORTAL – DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS AND OPERATIONS WHO WE ARE: Providing for Yosemite National Park is our passion. We could not accomplish our mission without the generosity and dedication…

Salary: Competitive. Date posted: 12/10/2012

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Product Stewardship Institute, Inc./Boston, MA

The Product Stewardship Institute (PSI) seeks a highly organized and visionary product stewardship advocate to develop and implement policies and programs, emphasizing legislated producer responsibility programs but including voluntary industry-run initiatives. PSI is conducting cutting-edge work on product stewardship and sustainability, and seeks someone who has the energy, expertise, independence, and creativity to thrive in a fast-paced organization.

Salary: Commensurate with experience (includes a generous benefits package).
Deadline Application: Rolling. Qualified Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Start Date: January/February 2013.

Job Summary
The Senior Associate of Policy and Programs will work closely with other staff to craft policy positions, develop legislative strategy, and conduct research, pilot projects, outreach, and other initiatives to advance the organization’s mission. The position involves forming partnerships with industry, government, and environmental groups; research and writing; legislative advocacy; strategic planning; and related efforts. The Senior Associate of Policy and Programs will also help develop new funding opportunities.

Responsibilities include:
• Design and conduct research, and develop analytical reports.
• Keep abreast of product stewardship legislative activities nationwide across all product categories, review and summarize activities, and advise PSI members and partners. Provide technical support to members and partners during the legislative process.
• Design, coordinate, and facilitate multi-stakeholder meetings and conference calls pertaining to technical product stewardship topics.
• Seek out and develop projects that further the organization’s mission, as well craft proposals for funding opportunities in collaboration with other staff.
• Manage, direct and oversee the daily work product and act in a mentoring capacity for junior associates and interns.
• Ensure that projects and programs meet quality, timeline, and budget goals, and align with PSI’s mission and strategic plan.
• Provide communications staff with high-level project updates for communications, outreach, and marketing purposes.
• Represent PSI at conferences and meetings nationwide.
• Make policy recommendations to the Chief Executive Officer.
• Provide input into the organization’s Strategic Plan.

Qualifications & Requirements
The Senior Associate of Policy and Programs will have a strong environmental background, preferably in product stewardship and Extended Producer Responsibility, and may have specific background in environmental science, economics, environmental policy, or a related field.
• Masters Degree in an environmental discipline, or equivalent. Between 5 and 10 years experience in the environmental field.
• Knowledge of voluntary and regulatory product stewardship programs, laws, and regulations in the U.S. and abroad. Specific knowledge about product stewardship for pharmaceuticals, packaging, and mercury-containing products strongly preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively and objectively with representatives from government, industry, and environmental groups.
• Adept at managing complex projects to produce high-quality results, on time, and within budget.
• Ability and initiative to identify and build relationships with potential clients and partners.
• Demonstrated success in team leadership and mentoring junior staff.
• Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, including exceptional writing, presentation, and data analysis skills, and the ability to translate ideas into clear, compelling proposals, presentations, and reports.
• Positive “let’s make it happen†attitude.

Product Stewardship Institute, Inc. (PSI) is a national non-profit environmental institute with membership from 47 states, over 200 local governments, and more than 75 businesses, organizations, universities, and non-U.S. governments. PSI establishes cooperative agreements to reduce the health and environmental impacts from consumer products. For more information, please visit www.productstewardship.us.

PSI MISSION
PSI's mission is to pursue initiatives to ensure that all those involved in the lifecycle of a product share responsibility for reducing its health and environmental impacts, with producers bearing primary financial responsibility.

PSI VISION
The Product Stewardship Institute envisions a society in which products are responsibly manufactured, used, and managed after use to conserve resources and protect the environment and human health.

To Apply
Please email (with subject line “Senior Associate of Policy and Programsâ€) a cover letter, resume, and two writing samples (one research report and one shorter piece) to amanda@productstewardship.us. Applications received without writing samples will not be considered. Additional work samples welcome.

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Silicon Valley Leadership Group/San Jose, CA

The Silicon Valley Leadership Group, a public policy trade association is seeking qualified candidates for an Environment and Energy Program and Policy Associate position.

The Silicon Valley Leadership Group, founded in 1978 by David Packard of Hewlett-Packard, represents more than 375 of the Silicon Valley's most respected employers. Leadership Group members collectively provide one of every three private sector jobs in Silicon Valley. The Silicon Valley Leadership Group is a member-driven organization that is engaged on a wide number of issues that impact the economic health and quality of life in the Silicon Valley region, including housing and land use, transportation, health, environment, energy, education, taxation and economic vitality.

This position supports both the Vice President for Environment and the Director of Energy and their committees, in equal measure. The scope of duties for the Associate include the following:

Policy Committee Support:
- Develop committee meeting agendas
- Coordinate meeting logistics
- Distribute meeting announcements, agenda, notes, and minutes
- Assist and follow up on committee priority development and strategic planning

Legislative and Regulatory Support:
- Monitor key legislation and report on key issues, dates, actions needed
- Research and prepare policy briefs and collect comments from member companies
- Research and prepare comments on regulatory matters, particularly in the energy space
- Represent the Leadership Group and our members at regulatory/legislative hearings, workshops or stakeholder meetings

Project and Program Management:
- Engage directly with members on project implementation, and monitor, track, and report on progress
- Market and provide project and program status updates to Leadership Group members
- Coordinate and communicate tasks, opportunities, or issues to partner organizations
- Coordinate invoicing and track accounting for select projects

Event Planning/Coordination:
Assist in special event planning, including:
- Speaker management
- Event marketing/outreach
- Logistics
- Strategic planning
- Program and other collateral creation
- Sponsor and partner communication

Advocacy:
- Support regional, state, and/or federal advocacy trips through agenda development, material preparation, and staffing

Silicon Valley Leadership Group Operations:
- Preparation for Leadership Group community events such as the Silicon Valley Turkey Trot
- Support organizational meetings and events, including some early morning and evening functions
- Manage relations with existing member companies and recruit new member companies

Elected official and community ownership:
- Develop a collaborative working relationship with a community in Silicon Valley
- Develop a collaborative working relationship with an elected official

Qualifications
The successful candidate for this position will have the following characteristics:
- Self-starter; able to work independently
- Quickly develop a rapport with member company representatives and partner organizations
- Manage time well with competing priorities
- Have excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
- Have some familiarity with California legislative and regulatory organization and process
- Comfortable representing the organization at events, forums and meetings
- A college degree with some education in or familiarity with; general science, energy issues, and environmental issues.
- Have strong "office" skills – proficiency with office tools and technology
- Experience working in fast-paced environment
- Experience in public policy is preferred
- Knowledge of California environmental and energy policy is preferred

Salary: Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications and is benchmarked to industry standard.

Benefits: The benefits package includes paid holidays, two weeks annual accrued vacation to start; medical, dental, long term disability and life insurance coverage paid for employee; 401K plan participation after six months of employment, and Ecopass.

The Silicon Valley Leadership Group is an equal opportunity employer.

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