Farm Stand and Education Program Manager, Stein Learning Gardens at St. Sabina - Chicago, IL

 Title: Farm Stand and Education Program Manager

Type: Full-time, in-person

Location: Chicago, IL

Pay: ~$43.8k/year

The Farm Stand and Education Program Manager is responsible for running Barbara’s Market (commonly referred to as the farm stand) during all hours of operation. Tasks related to Barbara’s Market will represent approximately 60% of Program Manager’s time. The Program Manager will also be responsible for (co-)facilitating classes offered to students at St Sabina Academy, The Ark and to the broader community. As much as possible, the Program Manager will look for opportunities to provide education programming and other activities that will draw people to the weekly farm stand. Tasks related to Education will represent approximately 40% of Program Manager’s time.

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Clean Transportation Policy Coordinator, Ecology Center - Hybrid (Ann Arbor, MI)

 

Details

Job Type:Full Time

Start Date:February 19, 2025

Application Deadline:January 24, 2025

Salary:USD $52,000 - $62,000 / year

Areas of Focus:Environment & Sustainability

Description

The Ecology Center seeks a highly motivated person to join our dynamic Climate and Energy team. The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator with solid research skills, and a demonstrated passion for addressing climate change and advancing the transition to clean and equitable transportation--including electric vehicles, cleaner fuels, increased public transit, and more walking and biking access. This role will involve researching, analyzing and communicating key policies to support this transition and other strategic objectives of the organization.

Location: Remote/Hybrid. Some in-person work is required at the Ecology Center’s office in Ann Arbor and for travel to meetings around Michigan.

Salary: $52,000 - $62,000, depending on experience.

Generous benefits package including health, dental, FSA or HSA, 403(b), ongoing training, and growth opportunities. Upbeat, collaborative, and goal-oriented office atmosphere.

Reports to: Climate and Energy Program Director and Policy Director.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct Research and Analysis

Perform research on Clean Transportation related policies, regulations, and market trends to stay ahead of upcoming strategies and technologies.

Analyze the impact of existing and proposed policies on the electric vehicle industry, including economic, environmental, and social implications. Gather and interpret quantitative and qualitative data related to EV policies and market conditions, and best practices for promoting electrification in an equitable and climate-friendly manner.

Analyze transportation policies and best practices to promote a mode-shift from driving, through improved access to public transit, ride share, micro mobility and other clean mobility options.

Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including community and environmental justice advocates, to identify policy needs and opportunities.

Draft clear and compelling reports, presentations, blog posts and other communications to educate about policy insights and solutions.

Prepare and present research findings with the staff team, board members, and external partners.

Support the creation of policy proposals and advocacy strategies to promote the adoption of electric vehicles and other clean mobility alternatives.

Other duties on behalf of the Ecology Center and Energy/Climate Team as assigned.

Stakeholder Engagement

Engage with government agencies, coalition partners, and other stakeholders to gather input and build relationships. May co-lead external coalition working groups.

Represent the organization at meetings, conferences, and workshops to discuss policy issues and research findings.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g. Public Policy, Political Science, Economics, or Environmental Sustainability) or equivalent skills and experience.
• 1- 3 years of relevant experience in a relevant field or similar non-profit advocacy work.
• Experience in policy research and advocacy.
• Strong public speaking/presentation skills.
• Experience with data analysis.
• Knowledge of transportation, electric vehicle, and energy issues.
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate successfully with individuals and teams at all levels.
• Embrace the mission, vision, and values of the Ecology Center.
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail.
• Commitment to justice, equity, diversity and inclusion, and willingness to increase awareness of these issues.

To Apply

Please send your resume and cover letter to jobs@ecocenter.org with the job title “Clean Transportation Policy Coordinator” in the subject line. Please include how you heard about the position.

Application Deadline

Please apply by January 24, 2024. Applications received by that date will be given priority, but we will continue to receive applications until the position is filled.

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Program Coordinator, Just Roots Chicago - Sauk Village, IL

 

Details

Job Type:Part Time

Job Type:Temporary

Start Date:March 4, 2025

End Date:October 31, 2025

Application Deadline:January 15, 2025

Experience Level:Entry level

Compensation:USD $20 / hour

25 hours/week with a T/W/F/Sa Schedule

Areas of Focus:Agriculture, Children & Youth, Education, Environment & Sustainability, Volunteering, Community Development, Health & Medicine, Hunger, Food Security

Description

Just Roots envisions caring communities that motivate and support all residents to participate and access food in ways that promote and sustain the holistic health of people and the environment. Guided by that vision, we strive to support our community in three primary ways:

1. Improved holistic health and well-being for residents through the production, harvest, and consumption of healthy, culturally affirming food.
2. The development of a thriving community that learns and shares about local, healthy, regenerative food practices together.
3. Greater collaboration and resource sharing among urban farmers working to support the development of a more local, regenerative, and community driven food system.

We are a young, growing organization that was founded in 2017. We are a team of ten staff and nine board members, with invaluable support from a host of seasonal staff, interns, volunteers, and community partners. To learn more, visit https://justrootschicago.org/our-team/.

Position Description

The Program Coordinator leads the on-site coordination of food distribution programs, specifically the CSA, Farm Stand, Fresh Food Farmacy, Farm to School, and Donations at the It Takes A Village (ITAV) Community Farm. Other than food distribution, this person coordinates volunteers and supports farm production, most notably harvest. This is a seasonal position, March - October, at 25 hours/week.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the distribution of CSA shares at the ITAV Community Farm between May and October.
• Lead and oversee the weekly Farm Stand at the ITAV Community Farm between June and October.
• Lead and oversee the Fresh Food Farmacy and Farm to School distributions at the ITAV Community Farm between June and October.
• Lead and oversee Donations at the ITAV Community Farm between June and October.
• Coordinate individual volunteers and volunteer groups of all ages and lead farm tours, farm tasks, and opportunities for learning and healing.
• Complete on-site administrative tasks as needed for each program.
• Support weekly harvests and maintain food safety and quality control standards from field to family.
• Support farm to table dinners, community events, off-site food distributions, and youth education on an as-needed basis.

Secondary Responsibilities

• Support communication and outreach efforts for programming on an as-needed basis.

Primary Qualifications

• A commitment to Just Roots Chicago’s mission, vision, and values.
• A minimum of one year of experience working in customer service, and supporting individuals or groups of varying ages.
• An understanding of sustainable growing practices for fruit and vegetable production and/or experience working at an urban farm or garden.
• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods of time at an efficient pace.
• A self-motivated individual who’s able to complete tasks in an effective manner, both independently and as a team member.
• Ability to effectively and promptly communicate, both verbally and in writing.
• A commitment to ongoing personal and professional growth.
• Reliable and consistent access to a car or transportation. A vehicle is required for off-site food distributions.
• Lives in Chicagoland, preferably on the south side of Chicago or in the south suburbs.

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Traditional AmeriCorps NCCC Team Leader (Sumer 2025) - Multiple Locations

 

SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps NCCC Team Leaders
Program
Traditional AmeriCorps NCCC Team Leader - Summer 2025
Program Start/End Date
06/10/2025  -   05/15/2026
Work Schedule	Full Time
Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  None

Accepting Applications
From  11/01/2024  To  02/28/2025
Contact	Gary Crosson
250 E Street SW
Washington   DC   20525
800-942-2677
ANCCC@AmeriCorps.Gov
AmeriCorps.gov/NCCC

AmeriCorps NCCC (the National Civilian Community Corps) provides you with valuable life experience and skill development while you lead a team of 18-26 year olds, earn money for college, travel the U.S., and help communities! The mission of AmeriCorps NCCC is to strengthen communities and develop leaders through team-based national and community service. Training for our Summer 2025 Traditional Corps will be held out our Southern Region campus. Here is what you can expect during your service: - Serve full-time for 11 months (1 month leadership training, 10 months leading a team) - Lead a team of 8-12 young adults -Deploy to 4-6 projects across the country (transportation provided) Next steps: - Complete an application by clicking the “Apply Now!” button below. Be sure to have ready the following information: a brief statement outlining your motivation for serving, your work/service experience, 2 professional references, and essays describing your leadership experience and what you will bring to the program. Completed References need to be submitted by 3/5. - Once you complete an application, make sure to submit it! To do this, access THIS LISTING once more (we recommend bookmarking it in your browser now) and click the “Apply Now!” button. - After your complete these steps, you should hear back about your application within 1-3 weeks. If not, please email us at ANCCC@AmeriCorps.gov.

Member Duties:  You will lead a team through direct, hands-on service in the areas of natural and other disasters, infrastructure improvement, environmental stewardship and conservation, energy conservation, and urban and rural development. Your team could be doing anything from building a house to running a youth summer program, so adaptability is key! As a Team Leader, you will be crucial to your team’s success. You’ll be responsible for directing, motivating, and mentoring, a diverse team of young people. Partner organizations and NCCC staff will look to you for coordination of project logistics. Gain invaluable supervisory experience, challenge yourself, and build lasting connections.

FEMA Corps AmeriCorps NCCC Team Leader (Summer 2025)

 

SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps NCCC Team Leaders
Program
FEMA Corps AmeriCorps NCCC Team Leader - Summer 2025
Program Start/End Date
06/10/2025  -   05/15/2026
Work Schedule	Full Time
Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  None
Program Locations	PUERTO RICO ,  MINNESOTA ,  SOUTH CAROLINA ,  CONNECTICUT ,  ILLINOIS ,  KENTUCKY ,  MAINE ,  ALASKA ,  WISCONSIN ,  HAWAII ,  NORTH DAKOTA ,  ARIZONA ,  VIRGIN ISLANDS ,  NORTH CAROLINA ,  RHODE ISLAND ,  CALIFORNIA ,  MISSOURI ,  OHIO ,  OREGON ,  NEW MEXICO ,  PENNSYLVANIA ,  MASSACHUSETTS ,  NEW HAMPSHIRE ,  WASHINGTON ,  MICHIGAN ,  TENNESSEE ,  NEBRASKA ,  VIRGINIA ,  IOWA ,  COLORADO ,  NEW YORK ,  SOUTH DAKOTA ,  GEORGIA ,  MISSISSIPPI ,  LOUISIANA ,  NEVADA ,  DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA ,  AMERICAN SAMOA ,  WEST VIRGINIA ,  MARYLAND ,  ALABAMA ,  OKLAHOMA ,  IDAHO ,  GUAM ,  UTAH ,  DELAWARE ,  NEW JERSEY ,  MONTANA ,  SAIPAN ,  WYOMING ,  INDIANA ,  VERMONT ,  ARKANSAS ,  FLORIDA ,  TEXAS ,  KANSAS
Languages	English
Accepting Applications
From  10/01/2024  To  01/31/2025
Contact	Gary Crosson
250 E St SW
Washington   DC   20525
8009422677
ANCCC@AmeriCorps.gov
AmeriCorps.gov/nccc Member Duties : You will lead a team through administrative service in the areas of logistics, community relations, individual and public assistance, planning, preparedness, and recovery activities. Your team could be conducting data entry, mapping disaster evacuation routes, or helping sign up survivors for assistance, so adaptability is key! As a Team Leader, you will be crucial to your team’s success. You’ll be responsible for directing, motivating, and mentoring a diverse team of young people. FEMA and NCCC staff will look to you for coordination of project logistics. Gain invaluable supervisory experience, challenge yourself, and get a foot in the door to work for the federal government.   Program Benefits : Health Coverage ,  Relocation Allowance ,  Stipend ,  Education award upon successful completion of service ,  Training ,  Housing ,  Living Allowance ,  Childcare assistance if eligible .    Terms : Uniforms provided and required ,  Prohibits paid work outside of the sponsoring agency at any time .    Service Areas : Housing ,  Homelessness ,  Environment ,  Hurricane Katrina ,  Education ,  Health ,  Community and Economic Development ,  Disaster Relief ,  Community Outreach .    Skills : General Skills ,  Public Speaking ,  Communications ,  Disaster Services ,  Conflict Resolution ,  Leadership ,  Community Organization ,  Writing/Editing .  Original Posting

Traditional AmeriCorps NCCC (Winter 2025)

 

SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps NCCC
Program
Traditional AmeriCorps NCCC - Winter 2025
Program Start/End Date
02/11/2025  -   11/19/2025
Work Schedule	Full Time
Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  26
Program Locations	NEBRASKA ,  NORTH DAKOTA ,  VERMONT ,  WISCONSIN ,  PENNSYLVANIA ,  MICHIGAN ,  MINNESOTA ,  INDIANA ,  NEW YORK ,  SOUTH DAKOTA ,  NEW HAMPSHIRE ,  MAINE ,  OHIO ,  ILLINOIS ,  IOWA
Languages	English
Accepting Applications
From  07/01/2024  To  10/31/2024
Contact	Gary Crosson
250 E Street SW
Washington   DC   20525
800-942-2677
ANCCC@AmeriCorps.gov
https://americorps.gov/serve/americorps/americorps-nccc/traditional-corps Member Duties : You will perform direct, hands-on service in the areas of natural and other disasters, infrastructure improvement, environmental stewardship and conservation, energy conservation, and urban and rural development. You could be doing anything from building a house to running a youth summer program, so openness to new experiences is key! You’ll also undergo intensive training at the beginning of your service to prepare you for the adventure ahead and take on leadership roles and specialized assignments along the way. Learn and grow with a team of your peers and build lasting connections.   Program Benefits : Education award upon successful completion of service ,  Childcare assistance if eligible ,  Health Coverage ,  Training ,  Stipend ,  Living Allowance ,  Housing .    Terms : Uniforms provided and required ,  Prohibits paid work outside of the sponsoring agency at any time .    Service Areas : Education ,  Environment ,  Homelessness ,  Neighborhood Revitalization ,  Housing ,  Hunger .    Skills : Community Organization ,  Team Work ,  First Aid ,  Leadership ,  Public Speaking ,  General Skills Original Posting

ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY AND RESILIENCE INITIATIVES PROGRAM MANAGER (DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY) - Offices Under the President, Cook County

Location: Cook County Administration 69 W. Washington

Job Posting: Jun 14, 2023 Closing: Jul 5, 2023

Full-Time

Posting Salary: $85,237-$112,699/yearly

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Director of the Department of Environment and Sustainability, manages environmental, sustainability, and climate resiliency initiatives in the development, coordination, and implementation of various strategic plans and projects. Coordinates all aspects of programs, projects, and special initiatives from initiation through completion. Manages new initiatives and resource/tool development including grant writing. Coordinates oversight and technical assistance to sub-recipients or assisted business, local governments and residents, and facilitates and participates in community-based planning processes. Participates in program design and assessment, data collection, and data analysis and submittal. Performs other duties as assigned. 

This is Actively Recruited and At Will.

 

This organization is hiring for two identical positions with separate funding sources. The full posting and application instructions for each can be found here and here. 

Energy Program Manager - Illinois Environmental Council

For more information please visit: Illinois Environmental Council

Energy Program Manager

About IEC

Since 1975, the Illinois Environmental Council has worked to safeguard Illinois—its people, its plants and animals, and the natural systems on which all life depends by building power for people and the environment. Representing over 100 environmental organizations and over 500 individuals in the state, IEC carries out its mission to advance public policies that create healthy environments across Illinois through education, advocacy, and movement building.

IEC advances sound environmental laws and policies at all levels of government by bringing together the Illinois environmental community to influence decision makers and ensure clean air, clean water, and healthy communities. From lobbying at the State Capitol to building consensus around an annual environmental agenda, IEC takes pride in leading our environmental movement in Illinois. We coordinate our affiliate member organizations to share resources, mobilize supporters and respond quickly to the most pressing issues facing the environment in Illinois.

IEC also supports environmental activists across the state, building programs to cultivate the next generation of environmental leadership, such as our Young Professionals Board, Community Council, annual environmental scorecards, and other educational programs like our Civics for Environmentalists and Lunch & Learn series.

About the Position

The Illinois Environmental Council Education Fund (IECEF) is looking for a self-motivated and experienced individual for the role of Energy Program Manager. The manager will track the implementation of the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act programs.

This position may be located in Springfield or Chicago, IL. The position is full-time and may include evening and weekend work and occasional travel within Illinois.

About You

We’re looking for a self-motivated individual who is excited by the challenge of addressing the biggest challenges facing Illinois. You should be a stellar communicator with excellent attention to detail who enjoys building, executing, and evaluating strong programs and activities.

We are a small, dynamic team that relies on each other to produce high-quality work.

We strongly encourage candidates of all different backgrounds and identities to apply. Each new hire is an opportunity for us to bring in a different perspective, and we are always eager to further diversify our organization. IEC/IECEF is committed to building an inclusive, supportive place for you to do the best and most rewarding work of your career.

Responsibilities

·         Track, analyze, and support the implementation of the Climate & Equitable Jobs Act.  In particular, track the implementation of the jobs and economic justice and just transition portions of CEJA.

·         Work with the Illinois Clean Jobs Coalition and in particular, members of the Jobs and Economic Justice implementation subcommittee to create a campaign plan for implementation, including advocacy points and opportunities for public comment.

·         Bring and develop expertise on technical energy and climate issues.

·         Provide materials to our communications team to conduct outreach to the public, media, and decision makers that discuss the accomplishments of the CEJA.

·         Develop educational materials such as factsheets on hot-button climate and energy issues for elected officials, partners, and the general public. 

·         Review policies from other states and cities to develop position and strategy analyses on how they could be adopted in Illinois.

·         Help increase the organization’s position as a thought- and action-leader on green job workforce development.

·         Build relationships with decision makers by connecting them to workforce programs and green job employees in their district.

·         Develop relationships with stakeholders and decision makers on climate and energy issues.

·         Convene and coordinate meetings, take notes, and otherwise provide administrative support to any coalitions or other convenings related.

Qualifications

·         Previous work experience required

·         Degree in public policy, public administration, environmental issues, or political science preferred

·         Expertise on climate issues

·         Experience working with Chicago City Council, the Illinois State Legislature, or any government agencies that deal with energy issues

·         Experience working in and with frontline and/or environmental justice organizations

·         Excellent written communication skills

·         Proficiency using both the Microsoft and Google software suites

·         Ability to work with diverse groups and people

·         Highly organized

·         Ability to coordinate multiple tasks and work independently

·         Strong judgment of appropriateness and adherence to organizational policy positions and brand reputation

·         Interest in environmental issues and policies

Equal Opportunity Employer

IEC/IECEF is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, gender expression or identity, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, protective order status, veteran status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information, ancestry, religion, pregnancy, certain arrest or criminal history records, homelessness and use of lawful products outside of work during non-working hours or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Equity, Allyship, and Powerbuilding Values

IEC/IECEF is working always to ensure that everyone on our team feels engaged and supported in all areas of the organization’s operations as we work to become a fully inclusive, multi-cultural, and anti-racist organization.

We are only as powerful as the people in our movement and those we serve. Building power for people and our environment in Illinois requires us to actively combat social and political power dynamics that disenfranchise marginalized communities across a broad range of issues beyond those that fall squarely within traditional environmental policy. When marginalized communities are empowered, environmental protections become more possible. Thus we are called to stand in solidarity as allies with those fighting for justice and to strengthen our democratic institutions where power drives policy change.

About Our Pay and Benefits

The full-time permanent position is located in Chicago or Springfield, Illinois. Benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, a 401(k) plan, and vacation. Salary range is $60,000 to $80,000, commensurate with experience. Cover letter MUST include salary requirements. Candidates with salary requirements above the listed salary range will not be considered.

How to Apply

Introduce yourself to us as a colleague. Show us your future here, and let us know what you’d bring to our organization! We value great writers, so be yourself, be creative, and take your time with the application. 

Applications must be received by 12/20/2022

Please send your cover letter and resume to samira@ilenviro.org

For more information please visit: Illinois Environmental Council