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Summary
These positions are in Region 2, Superfund and Emergency Management Division, Program Support Branch, Resource Management/Cost Recovery Section.
About: EPA Region 2
This is an office-centered position--you must physically report to the duty station stated in this announcement on a regular basis. Partial work-from-home flexibilities may be authorized.
For more information please visit: Illinois Environmental Council
Government Affairs Assistant
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 individuals from across 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.
For more information please visit: https://ilenviro.org/
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 Development Associate. The associate will craft and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy to ensure we have the resources to achieve our mission and vision.
This position may be located in Chicago or Springfield, IL. The position is full-time and may include evening and weekend work, and occasional travel within Illinois.
· Coordinate with Development Director to plan and execute IEC’s development plan
· Provide integral support for IEC’s largest fundraiser, the Environmental Leadership Dinner, taking place each fall including event management, sponsorship solicitation, and supervision of silent auction and other fundraising activities during the event
· Provide support and oversight of other fundraising events
· Research, tracking, and preparing reports on prospective donors including individuals, foundations and corporations
· Management of donor database and reporting functions
· Coordination of board development activities such as fundraising committee meetings and annual commitment tracking
· Creation and delivery of donor recognition, stewardship, and solicitation materials
· Assistance with grant writing, grant materials, and organization
· Ensure donations, donors, etc. are accurately recorded in CRM system
· Participate in staff meetings and organizational activities as directed or when opportunities arise
· Develop materials to aid the cultivation, solicitation, and recognition of major gifts, event sponsorships, and grants
· Understand and track organization donation trends
· Collaborate with Communications team to execute communications that support IEC’s fundraising plan
· Firm understanding of and interest in development including fundraising basics, solicitation, and stewardship
· Prior experience and success in fundraising
· Excellent oral and written, inclusive, story-driven communication skills
· Strong analytical,strategic thinking and management skills
· Experience with customer relationship management software (IE EveryAction, Salsa, Salesforce, Raiser’s Edge)
· Knowledge of the latest nonprofit fundraising trends
· Strong judgment of appropriateness and adherence to organizational policy positions and brand reputation
· 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
· Interest in environmental issues and policies
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 fundraising programs and activities.
We are a small, dynamic team that rely 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.
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 $45,000 to $60,000, commensurate with experience. Cover letter MUST include salary requirements. Candidates with salary requirements above the listed salary range will not be considered.
IEC/IECEF is an equal opportunity employer that is 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.
IEC/IECEF is always working 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, multicultural, 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.
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
To apply, please email a resume, cover letter, and salary expectations. Please send all application materials, along with questions, via email to:
Jaime Gutshall
Development Director
jgutshall@ilenviro.org
For more information please visit: https://ilenviro.org/
Sustainability Manager
DESCRIPTION
The Sustainability Manager is responsible for planning, implementation, and reporting of the CHA’s Sustainability Plan, including energy management and renewable energy program, greenhouse gas inventory and reduction strategy, outreach and support for increased participation in waste diversion, and sustainability reporting.
SUMMARY OF PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES
• Manage all reporting for baseline energy usage of CHA properties through the Environmental Protection Agency’s Portfolio Manager and other sustainability reporting software.
• Establish renewable energy and electrification goals to align the CHA with the City of Chicago’s Climate Action Plan and HUD’s Renew300 plan.
• Manage the CHA’s prequalified pool of renewable energy developers to identify renewable energy. opportunities, execute power purchase agreements or other agreements that increase participation in solar development programs that are financially advantageous to the CHA such as the State of Illinois Solar for All program.
• Oversee sustainable operations reporting, as well as data reporting compliance with the BIT Building program
• Manage the data collection and reporting and assist in the calculation and reduction strategy of CHA Green House Gas emissions.
• Perform analysis of building performance data, work with the Director to recommend and implement action steps to achieve continuous improvements through annual capital improvement planning.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to align sustainable program objectives, roadmaps, milestones, communicate progress and manage key metrics.
• Perform other duties as assigned, consistent with the goals and objectives of the agency.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Academic Level: Bachelors
Industry Experience: Other industries not listed
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree with a major related to the responsibilities of the position, and a minimum of three (3) years related experience in urban planning, sustainability, energy management or data management is preferred. Advanced degree preferred.
Knowledge of energy data management software (e.g., Energy Star Portfolio Manager) required, knowledge and past successful experience with LEED, Green Globes, BIT Building, or other green building certification programs preferred. Must be process-oriented with proven strength in data management, performance management, and reporting. Strong analytical skills required, experience with data visualization tools preferred. Ability to multi-task, handle short and long-term projects, and work independently. Requires excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills to coordinate the completion of assignments and project deliverables in a fast-paced environment and make presentations for a variety of audiences.
High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) is required.
Will be required to travel to various sites throughout the City of Chicago.
Salary range -$82,000 - $86,000
To Apply visit CHA Sustainability Manager
Project Manager
Department of Assets, Information, and Services
Division of Environmental Health and Safety
Click here to apply
This position is tied to the Chicago Recovery Plan Bonds. The timeline of the work for this position is at least 3 years.
Under limited supervision, the Project Manager coordinates and supervises the work of the Community Recovery Plan division of the AIS Bureau of Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Management. The division is responsible for providing professional environmental engineering services to support City departments implementing the Community Recovery Plan through the vacant lot historical reviews, housing site preparation and remediation along with other community programs over the next three to five years. Services address issues primarily related to environmental risk management with City property transactions and brownfields remediation. The Project Manager also serves as the project manager on major environmental projects of considerable scope and complexity and performs related duties as required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
* Manages professional staff and directs the functions and operations of the AIS EHS Community Recovery Plan division to provide effective and efficient environmental engineering services to other departments
* Establishes and implements policies and procedures relating to the division’s objective of ensuring the protection of human health and the environment for Community Recovery Plan projects
* Consults with staff and other departments to determine scope of services, budgets, and specifications for projects
* Establishes timelines and implements processes to track and monitor the progress of projects and accomplishment of key objectives
* Manages the systems for obtaining, organizing and distributing large volumes of environmental records and data in electronic formats, including spreadsheets, databases, and geographic information system (GIS) maps specific to the vacant lot programs
* Manages the City Owned Land System/IPS interface project with AIS Bureau of IT and Department of Planning and Development to ensure data quality and timely information sharing for the vacant lot historical review project
* Manages and oversees Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments, soil and groundwater remediation projects, underground storage tank (UST) removal projects, and other redevelopment projects, including projects in the IEPA Site Remediation Program (SRP)
* Functions as a specialized advisor to executive level managers and as a technical specialist in the area of environmental engineering and serves as liaison with local, state, and federal agencies including CDPH, IEPA, and USEPA
* Coordinates and administers the environmental aspect of the citywide initiatives included in the Community Recovery Plan
* Monitors services provided by private contractors ensuring contract provisions meet specifications
* Resolves complex environmental engineering problems during design and construction of Community Recovery Plan projects
* Prepares and monitors the division budget; documents details required for bond project tracking
* Obtains and coordinates USEPA funding of various aspects of the vacant lot work including Technical Assistance and brownfield grants
* Directs training for staff and other City employees in new or updated environmental policies and procedures as well as professional development
* Effectively writes grant applications, environmental reports, and requests for proposals
* Maintains knowledge of current environmental regulations including but not limited to RCRA, CERCLA, NEPA, IEPA SRP, LUST, TSCA and the City municipal code
* Maintains knowledge of current environmental best practices related all appropriate inquiry and environmental remediation
* Communicates environmental issues and the department’s mission and goals both verbally and in writing with all levels of employees, consultants, and other City departments in a concise and precise manner
Additional duties may be required for this position.
Location: 2 North LaSalle
Days: Monday-Friday
Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (may be required to work outside of normal business hours)
Salary: $115,560-$119,040 per year
Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering or a related field, plus five years of supervision and/or project management work experience and a professional engineering license.
Selection Requirements
This position requires applicants to complete an interview. In addition, candidates will have to complete two skills assessments. The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position, based on the interview and assessments will be selected.
Preference will be given to candidates possessing the following:
All references to political sponsorship or recommendation must be omitted from all application materials submitted for city employment.
The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer.
Applications for this position will be accepted from May 23, 2022, until 11:59 pm CST on June 6, 2022
Delta Institute is seeking an energetic environmental professional to support our work in three strategic areas – Resilient Agriculture, Nature-based Climate Solutions, and Sustainability and Support Services. An Associate should be a self-starter who enjoys working collaboratively with both internal and external stakeholders while expanding their programmatic and technical skill set.
Delta offers a competitive salary with a robust benefits package that includes generous paid time off, a matched 401k retirement program, medical, dental and vision insurance, free gym, external continued professional education and professional external coaching. Delta is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Grade: 2
Salary Range: $44,365 – 49,910
*Senior Associate Salary Range: $52,683 – 55,456
About Delta
Delta Institute is a Midwest-focused, environmental nonprofit whose mission is to collaborate with communities to solve complex environmental challenges. We currently focus our work on three initiative areas:
To achieve our vision of a thriving region, we partner with communities, governmental organizations and agencies, businesses, nonprofits, and universities throughout the Great Lakes and Midwest.
We are multi-disciplinary systems thinkers. We understand that the issues around food, water, air, energy, and waste are all connected.
Our broad and deep expertise, and partner networks developed over nearly 25 years, have been integral in Delta’s success in implementing environmental change at scale. Our initiatives are designed for ecological impact rooted in positive economic and social change. All three are essential for the work not only to sustain over time, but also to deepen and expand.
Delta serves as a trusted advisor, technical assistance provider, and project implementation expert. Funding comes from both philanthropic and earned revenue: private and government grants, charitable contributions, and fee-for-service contracts.
Our people and our culture are what makes us great! Click here to learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
At Delta we consider the follow seven characteristics core competencies. They define who we are as individuals and also our work as an organization:Tenacious
A Program Associate must be resourceful, independent, creative, and unflappable. An Associate must be comfortable supporting several projects at once and able to address day-to-day details.
To be successful in this role, an Associate needs:
Responsibilities include:
Technical
Program Management
We are looking for applicants with:
The physical demands of the job include:
Application
Please email an application packet as a single PDF that includes a cover letter and resume to careers@delta-institute.org.
Please use “Associate, Programs” in the subject line.
Apply by February 18, 2022.
Who: Illinois Environmental Council Education Fund
What: The Illinois Environmental Council Education Fund (IECEF) is looking to supplement their current city and energy work. Previous experience with climate and energy policy or working with Chicago’s city council is desired. Previous professional work experience is required. This position may be located in Chicago, IL. The position is full-time and may include evening and weekend work, regular travel within the Chicagoland area, and occasional travel to Springfield, Illinois.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Apply with your resume, cover letter, and salary expectations by email to Colleen Smith at colleen@ilenviro.org by March 1, 2021.
Who: Illinois Environmental Council Education Fund
What: The Illinois Environmental Council Education Fund (IECEF) is looking to build the organizing and outreach capacity of environmental organizations within Illinois. Previous experience with coalitions, campaigns, outreach, and organizing is required. Climate expertise is preferred.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Apply by sending a resume, cover letter and salary requirements to Matt Steffen, msteffen@ilenviro.org by March 1, 2021