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Job Summary

AECOM is actively seeking a highly motivated Entry Level Natural Resources/Marine Scientist for employment in the Pocasset, MA office.

This position is expected to begin in May 2021.

AECOM is pleased to include you in a unique development opportunity, the Graduate Development Program (GDP). This program is designed to support your assimilation into the organization and assist with creating a foundation of knowledge for a successful career at AECOM. You will gain experience in your discipline through learning on the job and participate in development opportunities during the program, including access to AECOM’s social media resources, group mentoring, and professional networking. The program also has learning activities that will be available to you, including webinars and online programs.

Imagine working on rewarding projects within a diverse culture and having access to exceptional training and career development opportunities. Working at AECOM means being part of a global team, working with award-winning professionals across the world. Aspire to be a key player on some of the best projects regionally, with opportunities to work on projects nationally or internationally. Our people bring deep industry knowledge to help you succeed.

About AECOM

At AECOM, we believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether it’s improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We take on the most complex challenges and pioneer innovative, iconic solutions that push the limits of what’s possible – the world’s longest cable-stayed bridge, record-breaking sports events, the largest greenfield port development mega project, life-sustaining and disaster recovery programs, and the tallest tower in the Western Hemisphere. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, governments, energy and the environment, we deliver professional services throughout the project lifecycle.

We are proud to be recognized for excellence:

• Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies – 2014-2020
• #1 in Transportation and General Building in Engineering-News Record’s 2019 “Top 500 Design Firms” and #1 2019 “Top 200 Environmental Firms”
• VIQTORY 2020 Military Friendly® Gold Employer
• Perfect score on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Corporate Equality Index for 2017-2019

About DCSA—Environment

With world class technical expertise, leading edge technology and innovative project delivery capability around the world, AECOM’s global environmental practice helps industry and government meet their business goals – to achieve compliance, reduce or eliminate risks and manage impacts. We provide advisory and technical services to help clients cleanup and close contaminated sites and surplus operational facilities and restore them for reuse, plan and permit new facilities, address critical climate change issues, restore habitats and water quality, protect natural and cultural resources, maintain compliance, and cost effectively manage residuals and wastes.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Field and office work.
• Travel throughout the Northeastern US.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Natural Resource Management, Marine Biology, Ecology, Wetland Science or Environmental Science.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous field biology/on-water sampling and survey experience.
• Ability to travel in the northeastern US.
• Strong computer skills, GIS and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work within a team environment.

What We Offer

When you join AECOM, you become part of a company that is pioneering the future. Our teams around the world are involved in some of the most cutting-edge and innovative projects and programs of our time, addressing the big challenges of today and shaping the built environment for generations to come. We ensure a workplace that encourages growth, flexibility and creativity, as well as a company culture that champions inclusion, diversity and overall employee well-being through programs supported by company leadership. Our core values define who we are, how we act and what we aspire to, which comes down to not only delivering a better world, but working to “make amazing happen” in each neighborhood, community and city we touch. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

Job Category Sciences

Business Line Environment

Business Group Design and Consulting Services Group (DCS)

Country United States of America

Position Status Full-Time

Requisition/Vacancy No. 242017BR

Additional Locations US – Chelmsford, MA – 250 Apollo Drive

Clearance Required No

Virtual: No

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

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Last summer, the world watched as a grieving orca mother carried her dead calf for 17 days. They were members of one of the Southern Resident orca pods that make their home in the Puget Sound — and scientists warn that this iconic Pacific Northwest species will not survive unless we take bold action. These orcas are critically endangered and the primary cause, according to scientists, is the disappearance of Chinook salmon — the orcas’ main food source.

Southern Resident orcas eat almost nothing but Chinook salmon — it makes up 80 percent of their diet. But these salmon are rapidly vanishing because their path from spawning rivers into the Puget Sound is blocked by multiple dams. Chinook salmon are now listed as endangered, To save the orcas, we need to save their food source. If we don’t act fast to boost Chinook salmon populations, we could lose our orcas forever.

Governor Inslee established the Orca Recovery Task Force, which has already issued a set of recommendations to reduce pollution and vessel noise in the Puget Sound as well as to restore Chinook salmon — and our state legislators have been working to implement them. But ultimately, the most effective thing we can do to restore the salmon populations in the Puget Sound is to remove the Lower Snake River dams.

We are seeking a Campaign Associate who will spearhead this campaign and work with our experienced team of advocates, researchers, and digital and communications experts.

Entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply; we provide training on advocacy and organizing skills, as well as oversight and on-the-ground training by an experienced advocate. Ideal candidates will have leadership experience, top-notch written and verbal skills, an eagerness to learn, and be ready for a challenge. We value organizing experience, including building campus or community groups.

TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Build powerful coalitions: Reach out to like-minded organizations and affected constituency groups to demonstrate support for our campaign goals.
• Earn traditional media and social media attention: Organize news conferences and write opinion pieces. Build a following on Facebook and Twitter for your campaign.
• Lobby elected officials: Coordinate strategy with champions in Congress. Make a convincing case to legislators who are undecided on a particular vote. When a critical vote is happening on your campaign, work to demonstrate the support you’ve been building on the ground to help line up the votes needed to win.
• Research and write reports: Catalogue and analyze data relevant to the issue and our policy proposals to help influence public debate and earn media attention for our cause.
• Identify and cultivate donors: Reach out to foundations and major donors and ask them to fund your campaign.
• Run a grassroots campaign office each summer: Run a campaign office for the summer to raise money to support our campaigns, build our organization and membership, and help build critical and timely grassroots support to win key campaigns while honing your organizing and management skills.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The target annual compensation for this position is $28,000-$30,000 in the first year. Environment Washington offers a competitive benefits package. We also offer an excellent training program and opportunities for advancement.

LOCATION

Seattle, WA

We’re also hiring Campaign Associates to work on other campaigns in locations across the country. We accept applications on a rolling basis. For the foreseeable future, all of our staff are working remotely due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This position starts in August 2021.

Environment Washington is part of The Public Interest Network, which operates and supports organizations committed to a shared vision of a better world and a strategic approach to social change. Visit our website for things you should know about our network when you apply.

See more at: https://www.openchannels.org/jobs/2021-07-23/campaign-associate-save-orcas-environment-america

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Job Summary
This position supports the Marine Education Center with the Ocean Exploration Cooperative Institute through coordination of a multidisciplinary group of undergraduate students at Tuskegee University, the Ocean Explorers.  The successful applicant will help recruit student interns, coordinate logistical arrangements, manage telepresence and virtual capabilities, maintain records, assist in report-writing, mentor undergraduate students, and travel locally, regionally and nationally.  The position includes significant interaction with project partners from a broad spectrum of audiences, including several institutions of higher education.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

1. Develop, manage and implement one or more of the Center’s programs or facilities, including interaction with project partners, recordkeeping and report preparation.
2. Create virtual and face-to-face interactions among a multi-disciplinary group of TU students to cultivate curiosity in project exploration aboard vessels, in laboratories and at computers.
3. Assist project staff in creating a mentor-intern matching protocol to optimize fulfillment of student interests and project needs.
4. Identify interns and ensure their success through intern-mentor matching within USM and partner organizations, and intern support during preparation, internship and follow-through.
5. Assist MEC staff in cultivating interest among research scientists at USM and partner organizations to act as mentors. Develop protocol for intern-mentor matching.
6. Travel locally, regionally, and nationally to attend meetings, mentor undergraduate interns, and present at appropriate conferences. Create and participate in virtual activities for the same purposes.
7. Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications 

Bachelor’s degree in science, education or a related field.  Other undergraduate degrees considered with appropriate work experience.  Two years of additional experience in education, teaching, or research.  Ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups. Valid Driver’s License required.  Must be able and willing to travel locally, regionally and nationally.  Ability to complete CPR and First Aid certification (training provided upon hire).
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge and ability to work with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to travel for frequent day-trips and occasional overnight stays.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups.
• Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from various audiences.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret scientific information.
• Ability to use basic equipment for teaching and research in the field (e.g., GPS receivers, water quality tools, kits and instruments) and laboratory (e.g., microscopes, analytical balances).
• Ability to maintain and store tools, materials and equipment in good, functional condition.
• Ability to maintain telepresence capabilities at USM and Tuskegee University.

Preferred Qualifications  

Master’s degree preferred, and can substitute for one year of experience.  Experience on vessels at sea is desirable.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervises Marine Educators, Marine Education Project Specialists, and/or volunteers according to project needs.

See more at: http://www.openchannels.org/jobs/2020-11-10/marine-education-specialist-university-southern-mississippi

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Permanent Fisheries Employment Opportunity

Make a Difference in Oregon’s Natural Resources! 

Help the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife fulfill its mission: To protect and enhance Oregon’s fish and wildlife and their habitats for use and enjoyment by present and future generations.

Location:  Based out of Newport, Oregon. Office and laboratory work to be conducted primarily in Newport. Field Work to be conducted primarily in selected estuaries along the Oregon coast.

Starting Salary for new hires is $2,638/month.

Job Description: What you will do: The primary responsibility of this position will be to conduct intertidal and subtidal surveys of shellfish populations and habitats in coastal estuaries as a member of the SEACOR (Shellfish and Estuarine Assessment of Coastal Oregon) team. This position will participate in other ecological studies of shellfish populations to address resource management needs (e.g. Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) flights to map eelgrass; acoustic surveys to map bathymetry and habitats), conduct laboratory analyses of SEACOR field samples (e.g. grain size analysis), and help maintain SEACOR field equipment and boats. This position will record shellfish population and habitat data into field data sheets, ArcGIS Apps on tablets in the field, and Access databases. This position will help maintain the quality control of SEACOR data, participate in data analysis of SEACOR datasets, assist with writing of technical reports, and participate in SEACOR and Shellfish Program outreach events.

Position requires a flexible work schedule that varies in the number of hours worked on a daily basis, but not necessarily each day, or a work schedule in which the starting and stopping times vary on a daily basis, but not necessarily each day. This includes working at all hours and workdays in excess of eight hours. This position mainly conducts field work in estuaries and tidal mud flats, and can be physically demanding. Employee will occasionally work independently under adverse weather conditions in semi-remote areas.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.

Questions about the position? Please contact tony.f.dandrea@state.or.us

Requirements/Requested Skills: Minimum qualifications are not established for this position; however we are seeking applicants who possess or are in pursuit of a degree in fisheries, biology, ecology, or marine sciences with the following related skills and experience: fieldwork in marine intertidal systems; small boat handling, operation, safety, and maintenance; knowledge of shellfish species, fisheries, and estuarine habitats; knowledge of experimental design and gear preparation; experience or familiarity with analytical software packages, such as relational databases (e.g., Microsoft Access), spatial mapping (e.g., ArcGIS), and data management and analysis in coding language (e.g., R statistical computing). Employees must be self-motivated, willing to work under a variety of conditions, and responsible for collecting high quality data Preference for interviews may be given to candidates with this background.

Criminal Records/DMV Check

Applicants are subject to both a criminal history and motor vehicles check. Out-of-state finalists will be required to present a current certified driving record for review to be considered for the position. Be prepared to obtain as soon as possible. You are expected to provide the out-of-state certified driving record before an offer can be made unless extenuating circumstances exist. Adverse background information may disqualify you from further consideration.

The person in this position will conduct laboratory work in the US EPA federal laboratory in Newport. To work in the US EPA laboratory facilities, the person in this position must obtain US Government-issued identification per Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12. To obtain the needed US Government ID, the employee must undergo a federal background investigation and provide acceptable proof of identity to the US EPA. This background check is separate from, but in addition to, the criminal history check noted above.

Oregon Boater Certification

This position requires a Boater Education Card obtained through the Oregon State Marine Board. There are some exceptions to this (e.g., Coast Guard Boat Operator License or a current commercial fishing license). For further information, access the Web site at www.boatoregon.com. On your application, be sure to indicate in the Work Experience Description if you have a card or a copy of your card can be attached. You must possess a Boater Education Card prior to employment.)

Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODFW participates in E-Verify. ODFW is unable to support VISA sponsorships.

Additional Information:

Your answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the “Job History” (Work Experience) section in your application or you may not be considered for this position. Resumes will not replace the completed “Job History” section in your online application. You may be disqualified if your experience listed in the “Job History” section does not include information used to back up your answers to the supplemental questions. If any of the positions listed in your application are part time or seasonal, be sure to include the dates you worked (month and year) and the average amount of hours worked per week in the duties section. Only those individuals who most closely match the requested skills will be invited to an interview.

For helpful tips on filling out your job history, responding to the supplemental questions, and submitting your application, click here

Attachments: If you’d like to attach a cover letter or a copy of your official or unofficial college transcripts, they can be attached to your application in the Resume/CV/Cover Letter attachments field when you apply.

Notes for External Applicants (non-state of Oregon employees): If you would like to retain a copy of this job posting, please print a copy before submitting your application. Once the job posting has closed, you will not be able to access the posting. The system will timeout after 20 minutes of inactivity. You must submit your application after you begin the process. You cannot save your progress and come back to it later.

The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT/PST) on the close date. After you submit your application, be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans’ preference immediately following your submittal. These questions are necessary to complete the application process.

Reasonable accommodations for interviews will be provided upon request to individuals with disabilities. If you are experiencing difficulty applying for this position or have questions, please contact the ODFW Human Resources office at 503-947-6051.

This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified people to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill other vacancies as they occur.

The employee in this position will be represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) and will be subject to all terms and conditions of the collective bargaining agreement. Pay and benefits on all job listings may change without notice.

Veterans – If you are an eligible veteran and you meet the qualifications, veterans’ preference points will be added to your score.  For more information on veterans’ preference points visit www.oregonjobs.org and select Veterans resources under Resources. Please do not attach veteran documentation to your initial application, after you have applied you will be sent a task in your Workday account to provide your veteran documentation at that time.

Find information on State of Oregon benefits

More information about our agency can be found on our social media accounts and at myodfw.com  and http://www.dfw.state.or.us/

The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

See more at: https://www.openchannels.org/jobs/2020-11-16/biological-science-assistant-shellfish-assessment-sampler-department-fish-and

Application (Valid only until 11/16/20)

Undergraduate Assistant Needed in the UW Program on Climate Change Office!

This position is best suited to someone interested in learning more climate science and in interacting with the UW and affiliated climate community.  Candidates must:

• Have a genuine interest in the program’s focus on connecting departments, faculty, students and staff around climate related issues and skills;
•  Have an interest in climate change opportunities after graduating;
•  Have excellent written and oral communication skills, attention to detail, organizational skill, and ability to prioritize several competing tasks and projects;
•  Exercise good judgment, be open to learning new skills, and meet deadlines.
• Be comfortable with computers, have significant experience with MS Excel, Word and Powerpoint.  Knowledge of how to edit and update web pages, specifically Word Press and html, is desirable.  Graphic design skills are also a bonus.

We are looking for someone who would like to work no less than 4 hours a week, with additional hours helping at occasional events (seminar receptions, workshops, summer institute).  These events are happening virtually, but we hope to return to in person programming when appropriate.

Student should be available for a minimum of two years (current freshmen and sophomores).

If you are interested in the position and have questions, or want to meet, email Miriam at uwpcc@uw.edu.  When you are ready to apply please send your resume with a statement of interest (why you would like to work for the PCC), and times you would be available for an in-person interview during the week of November 19, 2020 to uwpcc@uw.edu. Applications will be accepted until November 2, 2020.

Hiring and training (we will start with 1 hour/week) will begin ASAP after interviews are complete.

Details:

Employer: Program on Climate Change (PCC)

Supervisor: Miriam Bertram, Assistant Director, Program on Climate Change

Contact: uwpcc@uw.edu

Position Type: On-Campus Student Employment

Title: Program on Climate Change (PCC) Undergraduate Assistant

Division: College of the Environment – Program on Climate Change (PCC)

Location: Virtual/PCC Office in the Ocean Teaching Building (OTB) Room 361, Box 355351 Seattle, WA 98195

Work Schedule: Starting January 2021, candidate must be available to work 4-6 hours/week preferably on 2 non-consecutive weekdays per week with occasional afternoon/evening events once in-person events are possible.

Duties:

Assist PCC Assistant Director as needed with general tasks associated with operations and communications.   Including:

• Update PCC website, as needed.
  • Post upcoming events and seminars to the PCC Calendar Page, weekly using Trumba.
  • Scan timeschedule for quarterly climate related courses to post to PCC climate course page.
  • Update/add descriptive content quarterly, annually, and as needed.
• Create news items for the news blog, help feed PCC social media.
•  Identify climate-minor courses and instructors; distribute quarterly emails to advertise the climate minor.
• Assist with hosting PCC-related events (virtually until we return to in-person programming, at which time you will be asked to help with set up and tear down for events, which happen 2-3 times per year).
• Organization, advertising, and attending (optional) annual summer institute at Friday Harbor Labs, a 3-day retreat in September.
• Help manage the uwpcc@uw.edu email.
•  Develop printed communications/flyers for events and educational programming.

Once familiar with the PCC and climate research, or as determined by student interest:

• Synthesize recent scientific publications of PCC participants (in field related to students’ major) as research highlights for the website.
• Present the climate minor in 2 minutes in climate-minor relevant classrooms.
• Help co-edit “Climate for the Classroom”

Salary (updated to reflect increases at UW): Starting at $16.50/hr, increase to $17.50/hr once trained.

To Apply: Email statement of interest (no more than 1 page) and resume to Miriam Bertram  uwpcc@uw.edu.

Application Deadline: November 2, 2020

Questions: Email Miriam Bertram (uwpcc@uw.edu).