Positions in Prince William County

From: Astin, LeAnne
Sent: Monday, December 30, 2013 3:25 PM
Subject: NatureBridge at Prince William Forest Park hiring Field Science Educators

NatureBridge Field Science Educators are skilled professionals with significant post-undergraduate experience and training in environmental education content, curricula, and pedagogy. This position will work with the DC Director of Education & Operations and the DC Director of Outreach & Enrollment to serve Prince William County and DC Public School students in NatureBridge's newest program at Prince William Forest Park, 35 miles south of DC. This is a seasonal, non-exempt position based in Prince William Forest Park, south of the Washington DC metro region. Please visit our website at: www.naturebridge.org

Field Science Educator Responsibilities

·      Prepare students for their field science experience by providing a pre-trip lesson/activity that introduces elements of field science into their classroom experiences, surveying prior knowledge, and discussing logistics and packing lists.

·      Lead students through multi-day, hands-on experiential learning experiences in outdoor settings using a student-centered approach.

·      Use an inquiry-based approach and the scientific process to guide science learning and foster critical thinking skills.

·      Lead by example to demonstrate positive and responsible environmental literacy and behavior.

·      Differentiate and tailor programs that meet the needs of each school group, incorporating teacher requests and student interests within NatureBridge's educational framework and program logistics.

·      Cultivate a culturally aware learning community through program content and individual and community relationships.

·      Create and lead educational evening programs several times a week for up to 100 audience members.

·      Manage student safety in outdoor settings using sound judgment and applying appropriate risk management decisions; administer and document first aid as needed.

·      Provide weekly, comprehensive pre- and post-trip assessments of student group learning to help evidence achievement of educational goals.

·      Extend the field science experience by providing a post-trip lesson/activity that integrates the experience, knowledge, and skills gained during students' field science program into the classroom curriculum and the school and home communities. Survey students for knowledge gain and behavior change.

·      Actively participate in staff community by attending meetings and trainings as assigned, working cooperatively as a team, and filling in for staff as needed.

·      Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Required experience and education

·      Bachelor's degree in science, environmental studies, or a related field.

·      Current Wilderness First Responder and CPR certification or willingness to receive training shortly after being hired (stipend may be available).

·      One to two years relevant teaching experience (preferably outdoors) and a working knowledge of inquiry-based, multi-disciplinary science and natural history.

·      Ability to perform physically challenging work in the outdoors - including walking up to 7 miles a day - in all weather conditions on uneven terrain.

·      Commitment to diversity and inclusiveness within your teaching and our community.

·      Effective communication and strong interpersonal skills.

·      Open to feedback and willing to be coached.

·      Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and occasional weekends.

·      Team player and positive, can-do attitude to thrive in a small team setting.

Desirable qualifications

·      Advanced degree and/or teaching credential.

·      Experience with English Language Learners or urban youth.

·      Valid and current drivers license a plus.

Compensation

·      Compensation dependent on experience (plus additional compensation for evening/weekend work).

·      Includes housing and some meals during program.  NatureBridge offers a competitive benefit package.

·      Supportive, creative, and fun work environment.

NatureBridge values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strive to diversify our workforce and seek applications by individuals from all backgrounds, abilities, cultures, orientations, identities, and communities.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should email their resume and a letter of interest describing why you want to work for NatureBridge at Prince William Forest Park to: princewilliamforest@naturebridge.org

Review of Applications will begin January 10, 2013. Positions open until filled. No calls please.

Thank you,

Cassie Hughes
Director of Outreach
NatureBridge

Potomac Riverkeeper Job Announcement

Job: Communications & Membership Coordinator

Potomac Riverkeeper

Communications & Membership Coordinator

Position Description

 

Potomac Riverkeeper seeks a talented writer and designer to serve as Communications & Membership Coordinator.  This new position will design and produce print and electronic content, assist with membership processes, and provide event support.

 

Responsibilities include:

• Coordinate the writing, editing, and production of membership, advocacy, and program materials, including print newsletters, web and social media content development, and contributions to e-newsletters and other communications.
• Manage social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.).
• Design and produce educational and promotional materials for outreach and membership activities. 
• Maintain and coordinate updates to website(s).
• Manage the photographing and videotaping of events and outreach activities. 
• Maintain central library of images, production materials, and membership resources. 
• Maintain media list and media mentions archive; manage distribution/promotion of press releases to media network. 
• Carry out effective messaging and branding techniques as determined by Communications Committee. 
• Work with Development Director to design and implement membership campaigns.
• Coordinate, promote, and staff outreach/fundraising events and activities. 
• Assist with volunteer and membership databasing (Salesforce).
• Respond to general questions from members and the public.
• Other duties as assigned.

 

Preferred Qualifications/Skills:

• Exceptional written and verbal communications skills.
• Excellent layout and design skills.  Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Photoshop and InDesign. 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office. 
• One to three years of marketing/communications experience.
• Demonstrated passion for Potomac Riverkeeper’s mission.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously. 
• Website management competency (HTML, JavaScript, Flash and open source website platforms, particularly Drupal, a plus).
• Desire and ability to work independently in a self-directed, small-office environment.
• Knowledge of social networking forums and strategies to promote causes. 
• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, environmental studies, marketing, or related field preferred.
• Occasional weekend and evening hours.

 

To Apply: Accepted until filled, with position to begin immediately. Email a cover letter and resume to Jobs@PotomacRiverkeeper.org, subject line "YOUR LAST NAME, Communications Coordinator". Only complete applications will be considered, and only those selected for interviews will be contacted – no phone inquiries please.

Attachments: 

PDF Job Description 

Relevant Job Postings

I want to make sure you all know if this nice little aggregator web page:
http://www.career.vt.edu/websites/CareerFields/NaturalResources.html

Environment | Green Jobs | Natural Resources | Sustainable Biomaterials | Geography | Forestry | Fisheries | Wildlife

You are here:
Career Services > Job & internship search guide > Websites with jobs, internships & career info >Career field menu > Environment | Green Jobs | Natural Resources | Sustainable Biomaterials | Geography | Forestry | Fisheries | Wildlife

On this page: 
• General: .com, .org, .net, etc.
• U.S. federal government resources 
• Virginia state agencies
• Virginia Tech academic colleges and departments > career resources

Related topics: 
• Agriculture | Horticulture | Food Science | Biotech
• Sciences: Life & Physical 

Stuck at a repair shop

Hey folks, I'm stuck at a repair shop.  I do have my laptop and phone, both capable of a hangout.  I'd rather communicate with you individually if there are any concerns, but I will check in at 7pm to make sure all is well.

I really appreciate all the work you folks have posted this last week and will review it all shortly and get you all close to your final grade for the semester.  Mostly however, I want to help you get all your projects to a point where you are proud of them. I think we all agree philosophically that is what's most important, but I certainly respect and expect to facilitate EVERYONE getting the grade they want.

Google+ Hangout  - look for Jim.Egenrieder@gmail.com  )

WV R9 Stormwater 101 Worksheets and Links

From WV Region 9:

Please find the information provided at Stormwater 101 Workshop below.  If your organization is interested in scheduling a workshop please contact the Region 9 Chesapeake Bay Coordinator, Matthew Pennington at mpennington@region9wv.com.

LINK: SWM101 Hydrologic Soil Group and Impervious Surface Map

• Use the link above and the following steps to determine which soil class your property contains:
  

1. Type your home address in the space provided located in the upper right portion.
2. When the map zooms to your address click the colored portion to bring up hydrosoil group.  It will be on of the following letters (A, B, C, D, A/D, B/D).

• Use the link above and the following steps to determine your how much impervious surface area your proper:

1. Type your home address in the space provided located in the upper right portion. 
2. When the map zooms to your address use the MEASURE tool to trace a polygon around your desired area. 

LINK:  TR-55 Worksheets

• Use the link above to download worksheets used at the SWM101 workshop.

LINK: One-Inch Capture Calculator

• Use this spread sheet to input your property's measurments to determine how much storage is needed to meet the one inch capture. 

Protocol Selection and the Watershed Assessment

I wanted to help you all appreciate the relationship between the Protocol Selection and the Watershed Assessment (or any alternative you might propose).

The Protocol Selection is really only a narrative form of your reason (rationale) for choosing a particular methodology, and a brief discussion of that methodology, that you plan to use for your watershed assessment project.  

This can be accomplished in the form of a medium-length blog post - maybe a paragraph for each of the following (a suggestion, not a prescription): 

• what you're planning;
• how you plan to do it; 
• where you plan to do it;
• why it's relevant for this (these) location(s); and maybe 
• any prediction or hypothesis.

You'll want to include this later in the write-up of your watershed assessment, so you can choose to add as much detail as you wish in this "pre-assessment" description.  

More about this tomorrow in the G+ Hangout:

Google+ Hangout  - look for Jim.Egenrieder@gmail.com  (G+ users should add me to their circles)

FreeConferenceCall.com - (661) 673-8600  access code: 766199#  (If you use voice over IP, you might get errors.  The FreeConferenceCall.com backup number for those using Voice-over-IP is  805-360-1075.

More on the Watershed Group presentation

For those still working on or refining their watershed group/organization, simply put together a blog post or short slide presentation highlighting the history, scope, leadership, activities, etc. (whatever is relevant) of a watershed group that interests you.  Use any format you wish, but if you want to make quick work of it, there is a template on my Blog.  

Keep things flattering and upbeat, unless of course the group is defunct or the leadership has been arrested, etc.  

Tutorial for using Jing (free) to record on-screen presentations

Jing, SnagIt, Camtasia and others are available from TechSmith.com

Capture a video using Jing

Jing can capture and share videos (up to five minutes long) from your computer screen. Narrating a quick video is a great way to show someone exactly what you mean. 

Once you select your entire desktop, window, or custom area, click the Capture Videobutton. If it's the first time you're making a video, Jing will ask you which audio device you'd like to use. For example, many laptops have a built-in internal microphone, but you may also have a webcam, USB microphone, etc.

 

There is a 3-second countdown before you're on! The yellow filmstrip-like vertical bands start scrolling to indicate a recording is in progress.

• Click the Pause button to gather your thoughts or bring a new window or application into the recording area.
• Click the Restart button if you made a blunder and just want to start the recording over.
• Click Stop to conclude recording.

Your video is displayed in the Jing Preview window. Check to make sure the audio sounds right and you recorded everything you meant to. Sometimes listening and analyzing yourself causes one to be overly critical. Hey, it's Jing. It's supposed to be fast. Unless the audio is really poor or you accidentally captured something confidential on your screen, why not just send it off? Now it's time to save or share the video.

Here are a few more video specifics:

• Jing records audio (you can mute it though) from the selected device. If the list of devices ever changes, Jing prompts you to select one the next time you record a video. You can also manually change the device at any time in the Preferences. If you're having trouble recording audio, please view this help topic.
• If you're sending your videos to a site that will resize or re-encode your video (like YouTube), you may want to learn more about dimensions that will work best.
• Jing has a 5-minute time limit--it's for short, fast communication; not so much for long tutorials or presentations.
• Jing's videos are best viewed in a Web browser.
• You can't annotate Jing videos--just images.

Tip: Saving a video and then attaching it to an email for others can be problematic. A lot of computers don't know how to open the (SWF) videos created with the free version of Jing. Often you need to drag the video into a web browser to play it. A better solution might be to use the Screencast.com button then share the link with others. This way they can click the link to see your video and you don't clog their email with large file attachments.

Hangout tonight

Google+ Hangout  - look for Jim.Egenrieder@gmail.com  (G+ users should add me to their circles)

FreeConferenceCall.com - (661) 673-8600  access code: 766199#  (If you use voice over IP, you might get errors.  The FreeConferenceCall.com backup number for those using Voice-over-IP is  805-360-1075.

Coliscan Easygel Testing

Water Quality Kit

Model: WQK30

Students will identify a bacterial group that is tested for in sewage treatment facilities, coliforms and E.coli, as well as all bacteria present, using a local water sample.

Includes:

15 Coliscan Easygel
15 Total Count Easygel
30 Easygel Petri Dishes
15 Collection tubes
15 3 mL Droppers
Teacher Guide, Student
Worksheet (for duplication)

Price: $55.40

Order the $8.65 Home testing kit here.

The instructions provided on the web site are unnecessarily cumbersome.   Lauren Shaffer provide the following alternative: 

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zJ5_2IQl9nJ1PTYMrAjl5r3ioMhFsXcp5TxmWMFohys/edit?usp=sharing

VWMC Announcements for November 18

from Jane Walker and the Virginia Water Quality Monitoring Council listserv.

Click here for the whole newsletter:

Headlines:

1.) Public Comments Accepted: EPA Draft Climate Change Adaptation Implementation Plan – Comment period ends: January 3, 2014

2.) Winter Wildlife Festival – January 24-26, 2014

3.) Nominations Accepted: 2014 Erchul Environmental Leadership Award – Nomination deadline: February 14, 2014

4.) Workshop: Chesapeake Bay Stories -- Interpreting Our Shared Heritage – March 11-14, 2014

5.) 25^th Annual Environment Virginia Symposium – April 8-10, 2014

6.) Save the Date: National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) and Virginia Environmental Educators Joint Conference – October 16-18, 2014

7.) Request for Information: Regarding Abandoned Chesapeake Bay Watershed Projects

8.) Website: Science in the Park – http://www.jamesriverpark.org/science-in-the-park/index.php

9.) Website: Reduce Your Stormwater -- http://stormwater.allianceforthebay.org/

10.) EPA Tool: National Stormwater Calculator -- http://www.epa.gov/nrmrl/wswrd/wq/models/swc/

11.) EPA Tool: NEPA Environmental Impact Statement Finder -- http://nepassisttool.epa.gov/nepassist/eismapper/

12.) Video Series -- Sustainability: Water -- http://www.nbclearn.com/water

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Feel free to forward these announcements. When forwarding, please acknowledge the Virginia Water Monitoring Council (VWMC). If you have a water-related announcement of regional or statewide interest, send it to vwmc@vt.edu and ask that it be distributed to the VWMC membership.  Archived announcements are posted on the VWMC’s website: http://www.vwrrc.vt.edu/vwmc/announcements.asp.  If someone forwarded this message to you, you can join the VWMC by sending your name, water-monitoring affiliation (if applicable), and contact information (email address, mailing address, and phone number) to vwmc@vt.edu.  Thank you to the VWMC’s intern, Alexandra Thompson, for organizing this week’s announcements.

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1.) Public Comments Accepted: EPA Draft Climate Change Adaptation Implementation Plan – Comment period ends: January 3, 2014 – President Obama signed an Executive Order on Preparing the United States for the Impacts of Climate Change. To view the Executive Order, visit http://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2013/11/01/executive-order-preparing-united-states-impacts-climate-change. In support of this Executive Order, the EPA Office of Water has released a draft Climate Change Adaptation Implementation Plan for public comment. The Implementation Plan provides detailed information about the actions EPA plans to take across the country to help communities adapt to a changing climate. To view the EPA plan or to submit comments, visit http://epa.gov/climatechange/impacts-adaptation/fed-programs/EPA-impl-plans.html.

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2.) Winter Wildlife Festival – Event: January 24-26, 2014 – Virginia Beach, VA – This event will showcase winter wildlife around Virginia Beach and the Chesapeake Bay. Workshops include: Oyster Restoration and Osprey Watch. Excursions include Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel & Fisherman’s Island, First Landing Nature Walk, Chesapeake Bay Boat Trip, North Landing River Birding, Beginning Birding, Nature Photography, Back Bay/False Cape Birding, and many more. To learn more, visit http://www.vbgov.com/government/departments/parks-recreation/special-events/Pages/winter-wildlife-festival.aspx. For more information, contact outdoors@VBgov.com or 757-385-4461. Hosted by the City of Virginia Beach and the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries.

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3.) Nominations Accepted: 2014 Erchul Environmental Leadership Award – Nomination deadline: February 14, 2014 – This award recognizes a Virginian who has made significant individual efforts to better our environment. Nominees will be judged on the basis of vision, expertise, commitment, integrity, communication skills, accomplishments, and diplomacy. Nominees may come from any field or endeavor.  The recipient will be notified in March 2014 and presented with the award on the first day of the Environment Virginia Symposium on April 8, 2014. To learn more or to submit a nomination, visit http://www.vmi.edu/content.aspx?tid=27299&id=4294973138&libID=4294973135. For more information, contact Kathy Wirtanen at wirtanenki@vmi.edu or 540-464-7361. Event hosted/sponsored by the Virginia Military Institute, VA DEQ, Virginia Environmental Endowment, VA Marine Resources Commission, and VA DCR.

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4.) Workshop: Chesapeake Bay Stories -- Interpreting Our Shared Heritage – March 11-14, 2014 – Montross, VA – Theme: Westmoreland Watermen & Wildlife.  This 3-day workshop includes a variety of activities to connect to the Chesapeake and its environmental and cultural heritage. Activities include bird walks, fossil hunting, and excursions to local parks and refuges. The keynote speaker, Doug Elliot, is a naturalist, herbalist, storyteller, back-country guide, philosopher, and harmonica player. To learn more, visit http://nairegion2.weebly.com/uploads/1/3/9/9/13996744/nai_region_2_spring_2014_workshop_preview_packet.pdf. For more information, contactdodie.lewis@loudoun.gov. Hosted by the National Association for Interpretation.

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5.) 25^th Annual Environment Virginia Symposium – April 8-10, 2014 – Virginia Military Institute, Lexington, VA – Theme: Collective Impact: Working Together to Create a Positive Environmental Legacy -- The program will include three plenary sessions and more than 40 breakout sessions on topics including groundwater supply and quality, energy and stormwater management and environmental policy. Early registration ends November 30, 2013. To learn more or to register, visit http://www.vmi.edu/Content.aspx?id=10737419910. For more information, contact Kathy Wirtanen at wirtanenki@vmi.edu. Event hosted/sponsored by the VA Military Institute, VA DEQ, VA Environmental Endowment, VA Marine Resources Commission, and VA DCR.

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6.) Save the Date: National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) and Virginia Environmental Educators Joint Conference – October 16-18, 2014 – Richmond, VA – Theme: Celebrate Science Inside & Out! -- The three conference strands for the NSTA conference focus on (1) Watershed Science, (2) Partnerships and Collaborations, and (3) Integrating Science with Other Disciplines. The deadline for proposals to NSTA for possible inclusion in one of the NSTA conference strands is January 15, 2014.  Proposals may also be submitted to the Virginia Office of Environmental Education (VOEE) as part of the "Get Your Nature On" thread for environmental educators.  The deadline to submit a proposal to the VOEE is January 27, 2014.  Additional information will appear on the NSTA (http://www.nsta.org/conferences/) and the Virginia Naturally (http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/virginia_naturally/) websites as information becomes available.

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7.) Request for Information: Regarding Abandoned Chesapeake Bay Watershed Projects – Mary Gattis, Coordinator of the Local Government Advisory Committee to the Chesapeake Bay Executive Council, with the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay, is seeking examples of watershed protection/restoration projects that have been abandoned because of permitting delays.  If you know of specific projects and are willing to share the details, contact Mary Gattis at 717-475-8390. 

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8.) Website: Science in the Park – http://www.jamesriverpark.org/science-in-the-park/index.php – This website provides science-focused educational materials about the geology, habitats, and flora and fauna of the James River Park System in Richmond, VA.  Created by Friends of James River Park and Friends of James River.

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9.) Website: Reduce Your Stormwater -- http://stormwater.allianceforthebay.org/ -- This website is designed for homeowners and small businesses interested in tackling stormwater-related issues on their property. It offers information on best management practices and suggests simple changes in habits that can help protect local water quality and create “RiverWise Communities.”  Developed by the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay.

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10.) EPA Tool: National Stormwater Calculator -- http://www.epa.gov/nrmrl/wswrd/wq/models/swc/ -- This desktop application estimates the annual amount of rainwater and frequency of runoff from a specific site anywhere in the United States. Estimates are based on local soil conditions, land cover, and historic rainfall records.

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11.) EPA Tool: NEPA Environmental Impact Statement Finder -- http://nepassisttool.epa.gov/nepassist/eismapper/ -- This interactive map-based tool provides access to information on environmental impact statements (EIS) prepared by federal agencies, as well as EPA's comments concerning the EISs. The web tool offers multiple search methods for finding an EIS of interest. Identifying information can assist users in locating EIS documents from other repositories. Some EIS documents can be downloaded directly in PDF, as can EPA comment letters.

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12.) Video Series -- Sustainability: Water -- http://www.nbclearn.com/water -- This seven-part video series examines significant challenges to managing water supply in selected regions and cities across the US. Videos feature NSF-funded scientists from a diversity of fields, geographic locations and institutions. These videos seek to advance public understanding of the impacts of human activity on the long-term health of this essential resource and the need to manage it wisely. Produced by National Science Foundation (NSF) and NBC Learn.

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Showtime's Great Falls Story

This is worth your time (19 minutes).

Special Tuesday Hangout

Google+ Hangout  - look for Jim.Egenrieder@gmail.com  (G+ users should add me to their circles)

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Stormwater Runoff Solution

Video: Bio-Retention Basins at Arlington Public Schools

by ARLnow.com | November 4, 2013 at 1:30 pm | 661 views | 53 Comments

New bio-retention basins have been built next to the classroom trailers — or “relocatables,” in Arlington parlance — at Abingdon and Nottingham elementary schools and at Washington-Lee High School.

A new video produced by Arlington Public Schools (above) explains how the basins work and why they’re necessary.