NE Regional Organizer of Offshore Wind, BlueGreen Alliance - Remote (NE U.S.)

The BlueGreen Alliance (BGA) is a powerful and unified voice for building an economy that addresses climate change, protects the health of people and the environment, eliminates income and racial disparities, and creates and maintains good-paying, union jobs in communities across the country. BGA brings together labor unions and environmental organizations—representing millions of members and supporters—around a shared agenda and enacts change by advocating at the state and federal level; providing education and engaging union members and environmentalists; and communicating the benefits of this shared agenda for working people, their families, and their communities. As a hybrid remote organization with offices in Minneapolis and Washington D.C., BGA strives to build a positive, supportive, and inclusive culture of cohesive teams collaborating across the United States.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The NRO will track and review all actions related to offshore wind energy development in the Northeast United States. The NRO will engage and mobilize labor and environmental organizations and coalitions across the region to support BGA’s initiatives on a high-road offshore wind industry, transmission, and clean energy manufacturing.

The NRO will work closely with BGA’s Director of Offshore Wind and state, policy, research, and communications staff to design and implement an organizing and policy plan to advance key regional priorities.

The NRO will work remotely and should reside in New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, or Maine with regional travel expectations and occasional travel outside of the area (20% travel, depending on location).

Essential Duties of this role:

Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration

• Build and strengthen partnerships with BGA’s allies and partner organizations in the region to foster support for key initiatives and priorities;
• Cultivate relationships with labor, environmental, environmental justice, and racial equity leaders across the Northeast to advance shared goals;
• Model inclusive behaviors and actively promote DEI principles through personal development, organizational practices, and by addressing implicit biases;

Policy Development and Advocacy

• Collaborate with the Director of Offshore Wind to develop and execute a comprehensive regional strategy, including policy development, direct advocacy, and information gathering;
• Draft policy proposals and engage with policymakers, regulators, and stakeholders to promote innovative approaches that enhance job quality, equity, and domestic supply chain development in offshore wind energy deployment;
• Facilitate coordination among partners, organizations, and state agencies to share knowledge and best practices;
• Monitor and evaluate proceedings, state legislation, and actions related to offshore wind energy, ensuring alignment with BGA’s platform and objectives;

Convening and Facilitation

• Organize and lead meetings, workshops, and forums with key stakeholders to drive progress on core policy priorities related to job quality and domestic supply chains in offshore wind energy;
• Regularly attend and represent BGA at virtual and in-person offshore wind industry events, coalition meetings, workshops, and conferences to stay informed about industry trends and developments;

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Partner with the communications team to deliver consistent and impactful messaging to diverse audiences, including media outlets, policymakers, and the general public;
• Work closely with other BGA staff to develop and refine policy proposals and comments that align with BGA’s state and regional priorities; and
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned to support organizational goals.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to travel regularly across the Northeast United States, with occasional out-of-area travel;
• Fluency in technology platforms and Microsoft Office Suite;
• Strong analytic and strategic-thinking skills;
• Ability to create and implement organizing plans;
• Strong skills in developing mutually respectful, trusting, and effective internal and external relationships;
• Exhibit a positive and respectful manner with colleagues, partners, and allies;
• Self-starter, highly motivated, detail-oriented;
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and take an innovative approach to organizing;
• Ability to meet deadlines, plan efficiently, and manage competing priorities;
• High ethical standards, sound judgment, and ability to maintain confidentiality;
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders within and outside of the organization, to include exceptional writing, interpersonal, and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to adapt to an evolving work environment;
• Strong commitment to economic, racial, and environmental justice
• A deep commitment to the mission of the BlueGreen Alliance.

EXPERIENCE

Required Experience:

• Minimum 1-3 years professional experience in policy organizing, legislative or regulatory work or related field;
• Minimum of 1 year of professional experience working collaboratively on issues related to climate change, renewable energy, manufacturing, and/or labor issues;
• Experience in, or basic understanding of, the evolving Offshore Wind policy landscape.

Preferred Experience:

• Understanding of and experience in the political landscape in the Northeast.
• Experience with labor unions.
• Experience creating and implementing policy organizing plans.
• Experience in, or understanding of, electrical transmission and the power sector.

COMPENSATION

A compensation package including competitive salary with annual COLA increases, generous paid time off and 100% employer-funded health benefits is available.

Salary

The salary range is $80,000 – $95,000 annually, exempt. BGA utilizes salary bands to ensure pay equity and transparency. Final salary within the salary range will be based on experience level and qualifications.

How to Apply: Apply online here. Applications will be reviewed as received. Position open until filled. Women and people of color are strongly encouraged to apply. Contact aclark@bluegreenalliance.org with any questions.

View original posting here!

Sr. Policy Manager, IEC - Hybrid (Chicago OR Springfield, IL)

 

About the Position

The Illinois Environmental Council Education Fund (IECEF), IEC’s 501c3 sister organization, is looking for a Sr. Policy Manager to support our state government affairs work. They will join a team of four and report to the City Government Affairs Director, working closely with our programs, communications and development teams to execute on our work. 

This permanent, full-time hybrid position will be located in Illinois at our Chicago office (preferred) or our Springfield office. Candidates must reside within Illinois. 

About You
We are seeking someone with strong project management and legislative experience to support our legislative priorities across six issue areas: conservation, agriculture, clean energy, equitable transportation, clean water, zero waste. This person should be ready to dive into established processes with a willingness and interest in adjusting and improving on those systems to create efficiency in our work. This person will work with IEC staff to educate lawmakers, develop policy, and move forward with change that creates a strong and healthy environment in Illinois. The proposed focus areas for this position are Great Lakes, Drinking Water, and Plastics. 

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

Responsibilities

 Education

• Draft content for educational materials for key stakeholders.
• Communicate environmental priorities through public speaking and other outreach.
• Organize and conduct events and tours with decision-makers and key stakeholders.

Coalition Building

• Administer and lead coalitions, as assigned, including setting agendas, meeting times and location, group messaging, goals, strategies, and tactics.
• Consult our affiliates to build on their expertise in certain fields.
• Coordinate with partner organizations to develop strategies and implement tactics.

Policy and Advocacy

• Build relationships with and join meetings with state stakeholders, decision-makers, and legislators.
• Build relationships with identified stakeholders through IEC power analysis to ensure environmental champions in targeted regions.
• Develop legislative priorities with coalition partners and support drafting of bills for our water and waste priorities. 
• Develop policy expertise in issue areas as assigned, including an understanding of current legislation and a comparison to laws in other locations. This may include great lakes, drinking water, and plastics.

Organizational Leadership

• Maintain contact with grantors to show IEC’s accomplishments and tasks being performed. Keep an active list of activities that will fulfill grant requirements.
• Contribute to fundraising efforts, including grant applications & foundation reporting related to IEC’s advocacy work.

Physical Requirements – Have the ability to:

• Lift and carry items up to 25 pounds.
• Operate a computer.
• Sit at a desk for extended periods.
• Stand, walk, and be on your feet outdoors for extended periods.
• Communicate and exchange information.

Qualifications

• Previous work experience in similar positions. 
• Excellent project management skills.
• Excellent communication skills. 
• Strong time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse groups and people.
• Commitment to and knowledge of equity, diversity, inclusion, and allyship work.
• Proficiency using both the Microsoft and Google software suites.
• Highly organized.
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks and work independently.
• Interest in environmental issues and policies.
• Issue expertise in environmental issues.
• Legal background optional, but desired.

About Our Pay and Benefits

This regular, full-time hybrid position will be located in Illinois at our Chicago office (preferred) or our Springfield office. Candidates must reside within Illinois. Benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, a 401(k) plan, life insurance, and vacation. The salary range is $65-84K, commensurate with experience. A 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 in your cover letter. Show us your future here! We value great writers, so be yourself and take your time with the application. Stock cover letters won’t do. Tell us why you want this job.

Applications must be received by February 14, 2025.

To apply, please send a cover letter with salary requirements and resume to Iyana Simba, iyana@ilenviro.org. 

View original listing here!

Policy Manager, IEC - Hybrid (Springfield OR Chicago, IL)

 

About the Position

The Illinois Environmental Council Education Fund (IECEF), IEC’s 501c3 sister organization, is looking for a policy manager to support our state government affairs work. They will join a team of four and report to the Chief Programs Officer, Conservation and Agriculture, working closely with our programs, communications and development teams to execute on our work. 

This permanent, full-time hybrid position is located in Illinois at our Springfield office (preferred) or Chicago office. Candidates must reside in Illinois.

About You
We are seeking someone with strong project management and legislative experience to support our legislative priorities across six issue areas: conservation, agriculture, clean energy, equitable transportation, clean water, zero waste. This person should be ready to dive into established processes with a willingness and interest in adjusting and improving on those systems to create efficiency in our work. This person will work with IEC staff to educate lawmakers, develop policy, and move forward with change that creates a strong and healthy environment in Illinois. The proposed focus areas for this position are nutrient pollution, river access, and urban/rural flooding.

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

Responsibilities

 Education

• Draft content for educational materials for key stakeholders.
• Communicate environmental priorities through public speaking and other outreach.
• Organize and conduct events and tours with decisionmakers and key stakeholders.

Coalition Building

• Administer and lead coalitions, as assigned, including setting agendas, meeting times and location, group messaging, goals, strategies, and tactics.
• Consult our affiliates to build on their expertise in certain fields.
• Coordinate with partner organizations to develop strategies and implement tactics.

Policy and Advocacy

• Build relationships with and join meetings with state stakeholders, decision-makers, and legislators.
• Build relationships with identified stakeholders through IEC power analysis to ensure environmental champions in targeted regions.
• Develop policy expertise in issue areas as assigned, including an understanding of current legislation and a comparison to laws in other locations. This may include nutrient pollution, urban/rural flooding, and river access. 

Organizational Leadership

• Contribute to fundraising efforts, including grant applications & foundation reporting related to IEC’s advocacy work.

Physical Requirements – Have the ability to:

• Lift and carry items up to 25 pounds.
• Operate a computer.
• Sit at a desk for extended periods.
• Stand, walk, and be on your feet outdoors for extended periods.
• Communicate and exchange information.

Qualifications

• Previous work experience in similar positions. 
• Excellent project management skills.
• Excellent communication skills. 
• Strong time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse groups and people.
• Commitment to and knowledge of equity, diversity, inclusion, and allyship work.
• Proficiency using both the Microsoft and Google software suites.
• Highly organized.
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks and work independently.
• Interest in environmental issues and policies.
• Issue expertise in environmental issues.
• Legal background optional, but desired.

How to Apply

Introduce yourself to us as a colleague in your cover letter. Show us your future here! We value great writers, so be yourself and take your time with the application. Stock cover letters won’t do. Tell us why you want this job.

Applications must be received by February 14, 2025.

To apply, please send a cover letter with salary requirements and resume to Lindsay Keeney at lkeeney@ilenviro.org. 

View original posting here!

Sustainability Program Manager – Navy Pier

Who: Navy Pier, Inc. (NPI) is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation established in 2011 to maintain and oversee the redevelopment at Navy Pier.

What: Sustainability Program Manager – Development Department. A sustainability program manager supports the implementation of sustainability programs across the organization or on various projects throughout the organization. They are expected to foster a positive image about the organization in the public eye and internally, encouraging sustainability thinking in the employee base at all levels and ideally to examine ways of cost-saving while promoting such green credentials.
The sustainability program manager will advise our organization on how to minimize our impact on the environment and, in some cases, oversee the delivery of impact reduction strategies. They typically develop and then measure the success of the schemes for waste management, renewable energy, recycling, and pollution reduction and prevention. Specific job tasks include:

Transportation Air Quality Planner I & II - Dallas-Fort Worth MPO (2 positions)

Who: The North Central Texas Council of Governments - Transportation Department - Air Quality Planning and Operations

What: The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) Transportation Department is seeking an entry- or mid-level Air Quality Planner to assist with the creation and implementation of innovative emissions reduction strategies to improve air quality in the North Central Texas Region. A successful candidate should have an interest in environmental impacts of transportation as well as alternative fuels. Specific projects include, but are not limited to, the Dallas-Fort Worth Clean Cities Coalition and Electric Vehicles North Texas initiatives. Typical initiatives include a wide range of vehicle and technology programs, research and demonstration projects, and regional air quality policies. Work is collaborative in nature, working not only within the NCTCOG team, but also with external stakeholders, including fleets, citizen groups, and associations.

Director of Policy – Audubon Great Lakes (Chicago)

Who: Audubon Great Lakes (AGL) is the regional arm of National Audubon Society, working across Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, and Wisconsin and the lead office for Audubon’s Great Lakes conservation strategy.

What: Reporting to AGL’s Executive Director, the Director of Policy is responsible for localizing national policy priorities, building state-based policy agendas, and collaborating with the Executive Director to elevate Audubon’s leadership in the region. This new position has been created to build political power to advance conservation policy to protect birds and the places they need across the region.
The Director of Policy is responsible for leading the policy efforts and overall governmental affairs functions for the five states managed by Audubon Great Lakes as well as leading conservation policy strategy across the Great Lakes Basin. As part of AGL’s senior leadership team, s/he will collaborate with the Executive Director and senior conservation policy, fundraising, and engagement leads at AGL and across National Audubon to develop a regional policy agenda to advance both state and federal priorities. The Director of Policy will collaborate closely with the Director of Engagement to successfully engage our bipartisan network and conservation partners for successful policy campaigns and conservation leadership.
The ideal candidate will be a skilled, experienced manager and a strategic thinker, and have a background in Great Lakes and water conservation, renewable energy, and/or climate change policy. Specific responsibilities include:

Legal Assistant – Environmental Law & Policy Center (Chicago)

Who: The Environmental Law and Policy Center (ELPC), the Midwest’s leading environmental legal advocacy and eco-business innovation organization. ELPC’s multidisciplinary staff of 40+ talented public interest attorneys, environmental business specialists, policy advocates and communications specialists brings a strong and effective combination of skills to solve environmental problems and improve the quality of life in our communities.

What: Full time legal assistant to the ELPC public interest attorneys. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain professional experience with a premier environmental advocacy organization. Responsibilities include providing administrative, research, and technical assistance to approximately 5 attorneys in a fast-paced office. Specific duties include: document editing and manipulation, policy research, electronic and paper filing of documents in federal courts, state courts, and administrative agencies, maintenance of attorneys’ registration, coordination of travel arrangements, and providing general administrative support. Assist with office administrative responsibilities.

Environmental Stewardship Program Manager - City of Bellevue, WA

Environmental Stewardship Program Manager

City of Bellevue

Professional Area: 

Economic Planning and Development

Experience: 

5-7 years

Location: 

Bellevue, WA

JOB SUMMARY:

The Environmental Stewardship Initiative (ESI) Program Manager manages the city's environmental stewardship efforts to ensure Bellevue maintains a reputation as an environmental leader in the region and achieves objectives as established by the ESI Strategic Plan and the city's Comprehensive Plan.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

•Initiate and implement programs related to energy efficiency, green building, carbon footprint reduction, urban habitat enhancement, and other sustainability/conservation efforts.

•Maintain and update as necessary a 5-year Environmental Stewardship Strategic Plan to guide the city's improvement of its environmental performance across all departments and lines of business.

•Conduct research on relevant issues and best practices; develop and propose new policies as appropriate.

•Oversee and maintain a system for reporting key environmental performance metrics including municipal and citywide greenhouse gas emissions, energy and water conservation, and cost savings associated with projects.

•Seek and manage grant funding to accomplish specific objectives established in the ESI Strategic Plan

•Work with other staff to establish environmental best practices for city operations and the community as a whole, with the purpose of reducing greenhouse gas emissions and maintaining a healthy urban habitat.

•Coordinate efforts across city departments, with community stakeholders, and with regional agencies.

•Develop and implement sustainability-related outreach efforts to local businesses, community groups and schools; and maintain comprehensive communications with the community about opportunities for stewardship activities.

•Prepare and deliver updates on the City's environmental sustainability efforts for the City's Leadership Team, boards and commissions, and the City Council.

•Serve as the city's representative in regional and state forums pertaining to environmental sustainability in the fields of energy, clean fuels, and climate change.

QUALIFICATIONS:

•Knowledge of sustainable building design, land use and sustainable community planning, environmentally preferable purchasing, green fleets and fuels, recycling and waste reduction, carbon footprint reduction, and environmental education.

•Knowledge and professional experience in delivering programs for energy conservation and renewable energy, climate change strategies, and environmental sustainability programs.

•Experience in developing and implementing environmental performance metrics.

•Thorough knowledge of project management, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, monitoring, and problem solving.

•Considerable knowledge of City, state and federal laws and regulation relevant to environmental program areas.

•Ability to provide leadership and direction for the ESI program.

•Experience with community outreach techniques, including social marketing.

•Ability to establish and maintain solid working relationships with decision makers, with staff from other departments, and outside partners; including experience in building collaborative working groups across disciplines and organizational structures.

•Ability to research, analyze and synthesize complex information, and prepare concise written reports and correspondence.

•Demonstrated skill in delivering affective and persuasive presentations to leadership, elected officials and citizens.

Education and Experience:         

•Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in planning, environmental policy, public administration or equivalent.

•Master's Degree preferred.

•Five or more years of progressively responsible experience in environmental program development and management, preferably in the public sector.

Assistant Professor, Urban & Environmental Policy (UEP) Department, Occidental College - Los Angeles, CA

Assistant Professor, Urban & Environmental Policy (UEP) Department

Occidental College  ·  Los Angeles, CA  · 

The Urban & Environmental Policy Department at Occidental College invites applications for a tenure track position at the assistant professor level.  The position will begin fall of 2016.

We invite candidates that support the commitment of the department to social, economic, and environmental justice in their teaching, research, and service. While the area of specialization is open, we are particularly interested in candidates whose work focuses on the intersection of the urban environment and political economy in the context of the development of a greener and more sustainable economy. We would like to interview candidates who focus their research and teaching on the green economy, natural resources, energy, climate, and food issues, and their relation to race and class. The appointment will support the department’s interdisciplinary curricular and research efforts that integrate urban and environmental studies and policy. Candidates from a wide variety of disciplines are encouraged to apply, including but not limited to economics, environmental studies, energy and resources, environmental science, geography, political ecology, political economy, and urban planning.  Priority will be given to candidates whose teaching and research are connected to policy and planning issues, and emphasize the links between environmental issues and racial, economic and social inequality and have demonstrated experience helping students evaluate and engage in community-based learning and research that advance efforts to create just and livable communities.  We are interested in how the work of our new colleague relates to college’s location in the Los Angeles area.

Our new colleague will be expected to teach five courses a year, including shared teaching of our intro-level course Environment and Society (UEP 101) and our two-semester senior comps course (UEP 410 and 411) in which students undertake a year-long applied research project, often with a community “client” or partner.  We are interested in candidates who will teach some of the following courses: Urbanization and the Environment, Resilient Cities, Food and the Environment, Food Justice, Climate Justice,  Energy and the Economy, Natural Resource Policy, and the Green Economy. We also want our new colleague to develop his/her own courses that will add to our existing curriculum and excite our students. There are opportunities for team-teaching with faculty within our department and in other Occidental departments.

The successful candidate will join a strong department (UEP) that currently has four full-time faculty members as well as affiliated faculty in other departments and practitioners who teach a variety of applied courses as adjunct faculty. UEP also houses a student-run garden and our students and faculty have led several campus-wide sustainability efforts. Our faculty and students also work with our action research center, the Urban and Environmental Policy Institute (UEPI).  UEPI has a staff of 12 researchers and advocates who conduct social justice research and administer programs that advance its social change mission, such as the Farm to School/Pre-School program and numerous planning, policy, and community-engaged initiatives.  It has become an institutional hub for many community engagement initiatives on campus, in Los Angeles, and nationally.

Our new colleague will help further the college’s goals related to community engagement. We pride ourselves on giving our students robust opportunities for experiential learning, community-based research, and internships. Our department has helped lead efforts on campus, along with the Center for Community Based Learning and the Office of Community Engagement, to link the college’s academic program with community involvement, including expanding community internships and community-oriented research projects for our students.

Candidates should have a Ph.D. or terminal degree in their field of specialization.  ABDs near completion will be considered with the expectation the candidate completes her/his doctoral degree within one year of the date of hire.

For a description of our department and its existing courses in our catalog, please visit our departmental website and our UEPI website.

We seek candidates who will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through their teaching, research and/or service. U.S. News has consistently ranked Occidental as one of the liberal arts colleges most committed to diversity. We rank near the top of very selective liberal arts colleges in terms of the proportion of low-income students with Pell Grants. Situated in the vibrant neighborhoods of Eagle Rock and Highland Park in Northeast Los Angeles allows convenient access to major cultural and natural attractions in the nation’s second largest city. The College supports interdisciplinary and multicultural academic programs that provide a talented, engaged, and diverse group of students with an educational experience that prepares them for leadership in a pluralistic world.

Occidental College is an equal opportunity employer. Underrepresented minorities, women, and LGBTQ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. 

All materials are due by 5 pm on Friday, October 30, 2015. We will contact finalists in December to schedule interviews on campus during January 2016.

These materials include:

1. In electronic form, a letter of interest that demonstrates a commitment to academic excellence in a diverse liberal arts environment as well as a commitment to our mission of sustainable and just cities. That letter should include a statement of teaching philosophy, areas of teaching interest, plans for research, and a statement about how the candidate will support and enhance the College’s goal of building a diverse educational environment for all students.
2. Curriculum vitae
3. Evaluations of undergraduate teaching or other evidence of teaching effectiveness
4. Three Letters of Reference (with at least one that can attest to teaching performance or abilities)

Please submit these materials to Ms. Sylvia Chico, Search Committee Coordinator, Urban & Environmental Policy Department, schico@oxy.edu.

Assistant Professor of Public Affairs and Civic Engagement, Environmental Policy and Politics - San Francisco State University

San Francisco State University

Assistant Professor of Public Affairs and Civic Engagement

Environmental Policy and Politics

San Francisco State University, School of Public Affairs and Civic Engagement invites applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Environmental Policy and Politics beginning August 2016.   

The department seeks individuals with a background Environmental Studies with a specialization in Environmental Policy and Politics. 

The School of Public Affairs and Civic Engagement is an interdisciplinary school of public affairs oriented scholars formed in 2012 that offers degree programs in criminal justice studies, environmental studies, public administration and urban studies and planning.  Candidates would primarily be responsible for expanding the School’s curricular offerings in environmental studies, but candidates who can also contribute more broadly to the School’s mission are strongly desired.

Qualifications:

Applicants from a wide range of specializations related to Environmental Policy and Politics will be considered; Ph.D. in a related discipline or J.D. from an accredited program required.

Candidates should have a strong background in environmental policy and politics, particularly issues of environmental justice, from an interdisciplinary perspective. 

Candidates must demonstrate the ability to teach courses in the areas of their specialization, as well as Introduction to Environmental Studies, Environmental Law and Policy, and Research Methods for Environmental Studies.  Candidates may also teach courses in the Environmental Administration elective emphasis in the Masters in Public Administration program.

Excellence in teaching and scholarship must be demonstrated, and candidates are preferred who have teaching and/or research experience with a large, diverse student body.

Candidates who embrace the mission and values of the School are particularly encouraged to apply.  Building on an ethos of social justice and sustainability, PACE faculty prepare graduates with critical and analytical skills necessary to understand and address the issues and challenges of the twenty-first century. Social justice also comprises a core value of the university and the setting of San Francisco provides ample opportunities for civic and community engagement within a richly diverse urban setting.  Candidates who can help expand the School’s offerings in environmental politics and policy, while also demonstrating a commitment to School and University core mission and values are desired. 

Responsibilities: The position requires undergraduate teaching in Environmental Studies, mentoring and advising undergraduate students, developing an active ongoing scholarship program in one’s area of specialty, and ongoing committee and service assignments. Detailed position description is available at pace.sfsu.edu. 

Rank and salary: Assistant Professor.  Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. The CSU provides generous health, retirement and other benefits.

Application process:

Submit letter of intent/interest, a current CV, a sample of scholarly papers, a statement of teaching philosophy and research interests, and three letters of reference.

Submit all materials online to pace@sfsu.edu by October 15, 2015.  Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

San Francisco State University is a member of the California State University system and serves a diverse student body of 30,000 undergraduate and graduate students. The University seeks to promote appreciation of scholarship, freedom and, human diversity through excellence in instruction and intellectual accomplishment. SFSU faculty are expected to be effective teachers and demonstrate professional achievement and growth through research, scholarship, and/or creative work.

San Francisco State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to diversity. We especially welcome applications from members of all ethnic groups, women, veterans, and people with disabilities.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.