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Environmental Capital Group has been at the forefront of the clean technology sector, catalyzing the first institutional investments in cleantech and providing pioneering measurement and accountability for environmental efficacy. We are seeking an individual with strong analytical skills, a background in clean technology, and high energy to join our team

Description: SAIC Engineering and Infrastructure Business Unit (E&I BU) has an
exceptional opportunity for a Senior Geologist/Environmental Engineer to continue to
grow our Great Lakes Office consulting practice.

Position Responsibilities

Duties: This is a senior leadership position. The successful candidate will take a
lead role in cultivating new clients, expanding services with existing clients,
managing multiple large multi-disciplined, complex environmental site assessments,
soil and groundwater investigations and remediation projects, industrial hygiene
projects, and other projects.

The successful candidate will help supervise, manage and perform technical project
work, write and review reports, conduct client regulatory interface and
negotiations, make technical and/or business development presentations, and
supervise and mentor staff. This individual will also develop business from new and
existing clients.

Position Requirements

Qualifications: A minimum of 10 years of experience in an engineering or
environmental consulting practice is required. Knowledge of site cleanup/closure
and/or regulatory compliance is desired. A BS degree in engineering/geology is
required; registration as a Professional Engineer/Geologist and a Master's degree or
higher are strongly preferred. A minimum of 5 years experience successfully managing
projects for a large private and/or government clients is required.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record in business development
with public and private clients in Ohio and the ability to demonstrate working
knowledge of Ohio regulations.

The successful candidate will have superior client and regulatory interaction and
negotiation skills; ability to prepare and track complex/multiple budgets and
schedules; experience interpreting and understanding subsurface conditions at
contamination sites; extensive knowledge of environmental regulations; broad
experience with a wide variety of soil and ground water remediation projects; and
excellent leadership, mentoring and communication skills. Additional skills and
expertise in other environmental specialties that could expand and/or enhance
company capabilities are a plus.

TO APPLY
Email resume to jeffriesj@saic.com
Or apply online at http://saic.com/careers

Want to make a difference in the world? Then join a company that's doing just that! At Black & Veatch, you will be a part of creating innovative solutions to engineering challenges around the world while helping to bring environmental sustainability, clean air and water, reliable power and information to change communities for the better. At Black & Veatch, you'll be able to think bigger, go further, gain the rewards and reach higher in your career. As a global company, we welcome the contributions that come from cultural diversity brought by our professionals, and we believe this diversity makes a unique and exciting work experience. Ready to make a difference?

Responsibilities:
The Solar Energy Specialist will support the performance of solar and renewable energy projects covering multiple technologies. Areas of emphasis may include: Solar thermal electric and solar photovoltaics, including new and emerging technologies such as concentrating photovoltaics and dish Stirling technologies. The position will involve a wide variety of diverse assignments including: resource assessment, due diligence, siting, feasibility studies, new technology evaluation, project proposal evaluation, conceptual design, design review, performance estimates, and cost estimates. The position will entail interaction with clients including: utilities, energy project developers, financial institutions, energy end-users, investors, government agencies, and other organizations. Candidate will contribute to the authorship of reports, studies, and proposals. Help develop technical and economic analyses of projects and technologies using models built in Microsoft Excel. Assist with coordinating work with others in multidisciplinary teams. Prepare designs for assigned systems. This may include analysis, calculations, research, selection, layout, etc., necessary to develop required design documents. Manage data and prepare periodic analysis updates. Although the primary focus of the job will be solar energy projects, the position would include exposure to all renewable technologies: biomass, wind, geothermal, solar, hydro, etc.

Education, Experience, and Skills Required:
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. Must have the ability to communicate clearly and succinctly through formal reports, presentations, memoranda and e-mail. Must be able to function equally well in collaborative, multidiscipline teams, and self-directed independent assignments.
* Must be self-motivated, with an ability to balance multiple projects while working under tight deadlines.
* Should have some experience in solar energy projects. Should have an interest in all renewable energy technologies.
* Microsoft Office suite, especially Word and Excel. Ability to develop Visual Basic macros preferred. Specialty computer skills including GIS, database design, scheduling, Monte Carlo analysis preferred, but not required. Strong writing and presentation skills. Experience with solar energy production modeling a plus.
* Bachelor's Engineering Degree required from an ABET accredited university. Masters degree or MBA would be beneficial. Some course work on energy systems, specifically some knowledge of renewable energy technologies preferred.

To learn more about Black & Veatch and how we are Building a World of Difference(r), please visit our Web site at www.bv.com/collegecareers.
Apply directly to Requisition Number 046907.

Rising Sun Energy Center (RSEC), a 501 (c)(3) corporation, works to educate and inspire people to create a society that uses water and energy responsibly and equitably. We do this by:
a. Educating the public about sustainable behaviors and technologies
b. Providing residential audits and services that lower energy and water usage
c. Training young people in job skills and energy conservation strategies

RSEC's flagship program is California Youth Energy Services (CYES) which trains and employs young people to provide free energy-efficiency education and direct-install services in local residences. We also run another direct-service program, the Energy Partners Program, which provide free education and weatherization services to income-qualified households. In addition, we run several educational programs that train teachers and students on renewable energy and conservation topics.

Overview of Position:
The Program Manager of California Youth Energy Services is responsible for developing, implementing and overseeing all training and educational programs for the California Youth Energy Services program in collaboration with the Program Director.

Responsibilities:
* Program management and development
o Work with program team to ensure that CYES will meet all grant/project deliverables; e.g. clients served, hardware installed, youth trained and educated.
o Develop and improve program systems, written materials, procedures and training.
o Create and implement a training plan for the CYES program.

* Outreach and Hiring
o Assist the Program Director with developing relationships and ways to work collaboratively with youth organizations, schools and other community based organizations.
o Reach out to and recruit youth, young adults and managers from diverse backgrounds and skills sets.
o Hire all youth, young adults and managers for the program.

* Personnel management
o Supervise Area Directors, CYES Managers and volunteers including: training, leadership development, on-going support, and evaluation.
o Implement youth development training for Area Directors and CYES Managers.
o Administer Human Resources Services.
o Assist Program Director with Crisis Management.

Requirements:
* Bachelor's Degree required or progressively responsible related experience may be substituted for the college course work on a year-for-year basis.
* A commitment to social and environmental issues
* A Minimum of 2 years youth development and job training with urban youth
* Experience with staff supervision, program management, and leadership.

* Excellent written, oral communication, networking, and negotiation (conflict management and resolution skills).
* Ability to work some flexible hours (e.g., evenings and weekends)
* Ability to lift 40+ pounds and climb a ladder
* Strong working knowledge of: Windows XP and Microsoft Office
* A valid CA driver's license and car

Preferences:
* Knowledge or working experience in energy efficiency/sustainability
* Experience developing curriculum
* Bilingual skills a plus, but not required.
* Experience working for a non-profit organization

Benefits:
Salary range $38-45,000 /year commensurate with experience. Full benefit package offered.

To apply:
Send a resume and cover letter to adly@risingsunenergy.org attention: Ms. Jailan Adly, Program Director