Wednesday, March 26, 2014
Tuesday, March 25, 2014
Special Topics Course: Waterworlds
Waterworlds (ILAS 399 / ENVS
450)
This course explores water in two
senses. First, we look at water as a window into social worlds,
using cross-cultural case studies. Though water has the same material properties
around the world, people have developed myriad customs, tools, and ideologies
for encountering, appreciating, and controlling it. Second, water is a resource
under threat, and we will use this cross-cultural investigation to think more
creatively about solutions to water scarcity, pollution, and unjust
distribution. Seminar-style course includes interdisciplinary readings, films,
and field trip(s).
Monday, March 24, 2014
Full Time job: INTERPRETIVE SERVICES ASSISTANT MANAGER
TITLE: INTERPRETIVE SERVICES ASSISTANT MANAGER
TYPE: Full-Time Permanent
/ 40 hours per Week
DIVISION: Interpretive Services
DEPARTMENT: Guest
Recreation
REPORTS TO: Interpretive Services Manager
CLOSING DATE: APRIL
6, 2014
POSITION SUMMARY
The
Interpretive Services Assistant Manager supports the Interpretive Services department
in ensuring high quality interpretive programming for DNC Parks and Resorts at
Yosemite. S/he acts as a catalyst in
creating opportunities for visitors to form their own intellectual and
emotional connections with the meanings and significance of Yosemite. S/he is responsible for supervising seasonal
naturalist staff, overseeing all aspects of public programming, interpretive
training, department scheduling, and offering interpretive programs.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
·
Responsible for all aspects of
managing the naturalist staff and interns, including hiring, supervision,
training and coaching.
·
Oversee all aspects of public
programming, including new program development, logistics, ticketing, and park
newspaper submissions.
·
Develop and conduct interpretive
training for Interpretive Services, other DNC departments, NPS and park
·
partner staff.
·
Maintain department calendars and
schedules and disseminate through weekly program listings, tour desks, and the
DNC website. Collaborate with other DNC departments, NPS and other park
partners for program and event scheduling.
·
Plan, create and execute thematic
programs while encouraging active learning, critical thinking and stewardship.
·
Responsible for other duties as
assigned, such as administrative tasks, special projects, and special event
planning for Yosemite.
REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
·
Baccalaureate Degree in Interpretation,
Science, Natural Resources, History or relevant degree. In the absence of a
Baccalaureate degree in Interpretation, candidate must have NAI CIG
certification, equivalent Eppley Certification, or significant interpretation
training.
·
Experience
developing and leading interpretive learning programs (classroom teaching is
not equivalent).
·
Experience supervising, training
and coaching interpreters.
·
Experience in management and/or
administration.
·
Experience working with children.
·
Experience with web management
and social media preferred.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS &
ABILITIES
·
Proficiency with computers and
the Microsoft Office Suite.
·
Strong leadership, interpersonal,
management and communication skills.
·
Must work well as a team and
independently.
·
Must be organized, punctual,
self-directed, detail-oriented, flexible, creative, enthusiastic and motivated.
·
Must be able to lead hikes of up
to five [5] miles at 4,000 ft. or higher.
·
Must be able to lift fifty (50)
pounds on a regular basis.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS &
ABILITIES CONTINUED…
·
Must be willing to work varied
shifts, weekends, evenings, and holidays.
·
Must possess a valid California
driver’s license.
·
Knowledge of the Sierra
ecosystems and cultural history preferred.
·
Second language fluency
preferred.
·
Possession of current first aid
and CPR certifications preferred.
·
Background in the performing
and/or visual arts preferred.
TO APPLY
- Submit a cover letter and résumé to Kara
Stella, Assistant Manager of Interpretive Services, Delaware North Companies
Parks & Resorts at Yosemite at kstella@dncinc.com.
- Also visit
http://www.yosemitepark.com/AboutUs_Employment_HowtoApply.aspx to apply
online via PeopleManager.
- Telephone 209-372-1257. Fax 209-372-1218.
Email kstella@dncinc.com.
- Equal
Employment Opportunity
- Delaware North Companies, Incorporated and its subsidiaries consider
applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion,
creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran
status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.
Delaware North is an equal opportunity employer.
- FINAL CANDIDATES FOR THIS POSITION WILL BE
SUBJECT TO DRUG TESTING AND BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION.
Summer 2014 U.S. Department of Energy Clean Cities University Workforce Development Program (CCWUDP)
Summer 2014 U.S.
Department of Energy Clean Cities University Workforce Development
Program (CCWUDP)
This summer, CCUWDP is offering up to 34 workforce
development program positions across the nation and applications are
now available. This is a wonderful opportunity for students looking to
gain experience in the energy and transportation areas. The online application process closes on April 15,
2014, so applications and resumes must be submitted by that date.
Applications can be found at http://www.cvent.com/d/t4q2ds with more information below. If you have any questions, please email
cleancitiesintern@anl.gov.
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DuPage County Department of Stormwater Management - Wetland Interns
INTERNSHIP
OPPORTUNITY
DuPage County Department of Stormwater Management is seeking two (2)
Wetland Interns to assist the Division of Environmental Concerns for the summer
of 2014. The position provides an excellent opportunity to gain experience in
both wetland field techniques and county regulations.
Duties include:
·
Assisting the Wetland Specialists with a wide range
of activities in the field and office
·
Conducting field inspections at locations throughout
DuPage County
·
Assisting with the DuPage County Wetland Mapping
Initiative
·
General office duties- filing, copying, note
taking, data entry, research
·
Completing requests for information
Qualifications:
·
Preferred
candidate will be a full-time college student with one-year minimum course work
in biology, botany, soil science, environmental science, natural resources, or
a related field
·
Computer
skills – Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point
·
Strong
written and oral communication skills
·
Ability
to work outdoors under adverse weather conditions
·
Current
and valid driver’s license
·
A
pre-employment background check is required
Applicants are
expected to work a regular schedule of 37.5 hours per week Monday through
Friday. Intern pay is $10.00 per hour.
Please send
resume, cover letter, and completed application* to:
DuPage County Human Resources Department
421 N. County Farm Road
Wheaton, IL 60187
Email: personnel@dupageco.org
Fax: (630) 407-6301
Please indicate that you are applying for the Wetland Intern position
*Applications for employment can be found at http://www.dupageco.org/HR/1743/
The Illinois-Indiana Sea Grant College Program
The
Illinois-Indiana Sea Grant College Program in the University of
Illinois Extension and Outreach has an opening for a Visiting Pollution
Prevention Outreach Specialist in Urbana. This is a 12 month, 75%
position, with the possibility of becoming a non-visiting, full-time
position dependent upon funding and programmatic needs.
The
person in this position will develop extension materials and conduct
outreach activities for the pharmaceutical and personal care products
program. The pollution prevention outreach specialist will report to
the IISG pollution prevention program specialist.
For further information please contact Lisa Merrifield at lmorrisn@illinois.edu. To view more details of the position, visit the link listed below:
Friday, March 21, 2014
Wednesday, March 19, 2014
Film available on PBS
Ocean Frontiers - Now on PBS!
Ocean Frontiers: The Dawn of a New Era in Ocean Stewardship is premiering on PBS stations in more than 40 states across the country starting in April. Cities, dates and times are listed on the Ocean Frontiers website: ocean-frontiers.org/find-a-screening Cities and dates are being added to the schedule weekly, so check back for updated information.
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