Wednesday, June 29, 2016

Project Engineer - apply by August 16


  1. Project Engineer (Position # 140082) This would be good for students in the Ecological Technology Design program. Applications accepted until August 16th

Watershed Restoration - apply by August 27

  1. Watershed Restoration/Environmental Science Education (Position # 140603) with AmeriCorps. Good for a student who might be considering taking a gap year before graduate school. Closes August 27th with a start date of October 16th

Tuesday, June 28, 2016

Natural Resources Planner I - apply by July 12

The Land Management Administration, Resource Management Program, Animal Feeding Operation is recruiting for a Natural Resources Planner I. If you or someone you know is interested in applying for this position, please go to http://www.jobaps.com/MD/sup/bulpreview.asp?R1=16&R2=002308&R3=0001 and apply through JobAps.  The filing deadline is July 12, 2016.

Coordinator of UMD College AGNR Student Services - apply by July 8

Coordinator, AGNR Student Services

Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
The Coordinator for Academic Services provides administrative direction in support of many aspects related to undergraduate programs in the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources. This position reports to and works directly with the Assistant Dean for Academic Programs to coordinate and support academic activities related to academic advising, orientation, retention, diversity initiatives, and AGNR graduation. All duties are performed with only general supervision. Initiative and independent decision-making are necessary.

Minimum Qualifications:
B.S/B.A. required. Three (3) years of experience directly related to undergraduate academic advising, retention and/or diversity initiatives. Proficiency with office computer applications including Microsoft Office and Excel. Must be able to create summary-data sets and reports related to AGNR programs and students. Ability to use web development tools to create and maintain websites. Must work independently and using good judgment in relation to interpretation and application of university policy. Written communication and public speaking skills are a must. Must be willing and able to work occasional weekends and evenings.

Preferences:
Master’s degree preferred. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse students and administrators in a broad range of situations. Demonstrated commitment to and knowledge of student development and academic success. Ability to work with university student-related database systems e.g. SIS, Advise on the Web, UAchieve or Degree Navigator and website development tools (Drupal) and Adobe Creative suite. Experience planning large events such as graduation ceremonies or conferences.

Duties 35%
Oversee undergraduate college-level student advising and student tracking with regard to progress toward degree completion and bench marking.  Plan, coordinate and implement administrative procedures critical to student services. Conduct audit of student records for General Education requirements. Coordinate with department-level advisors for major curriculum audits.

Duties: 30 %
Assist students with academic planning, major changes, campus resources and exceptions to academic policy. Oversee exceptions to academic policy and permission to enroll processes, maintain student records, and ensure accuracy and security of all confidential information.

Duties 15%
Plan, coordinate and conduct summer and spring student orientation programs as well as AGNR spring and winter commencement ceremonies.  Compose and prepare documents and reports vital to office functions in the aforementioned areas.  Represent the College at campus level meetings on behalf of the Assistant Dean for Academic Programs.

Duties 15%
Assist with the planning and coordination of diversity and retention initiatives.  Create and manage diversity and retention websites. Assist with Minorities in Agriculture and Natural Resources and Related Sciences (MANRRS) student group.  Teach one section of UNIV100.

Duties 5%
Assist with training AGNR department level coordinators and advisors. Serve on the UM Advising Planning Committee. Remain current on university policies and procedures.  Cross train on various AGNR functions. Other duties as assigned.

​To apply, go to https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/43680. The best consideration date is July 8, 2016.

Monday, June 27, 2016

UMD Agent Associate (Somerset County) - apply by July 22

UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND
COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE & NATURAL RESOURCES
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND EXTENSION

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Title: Agent Associate
Position Number:  119293
Category Status: Faculty, Non-Tenured, Continuing Contract
Unit: AGNR-UME-UMES 1890 Administration

Location: Somerset County Extension Office, 30730 Park Drive, Princess Anne, MD 21853

Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
This position is located in Princess Anne, Maryland (Somerset County). This position is located in Princess Anne, Maryland (Somerset County). The 4-H Agent Associate for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (4-H STEM) is responsible for planning and implementing educational STEM programs using Extension teaching methods, materials, volunteer adult, and youth leaders; designed with community input to provide opportunities for youth and adults to grow into responsible, productive citizens able to assume community leadership roles. The 4-H STEM Agent Associate will provide leadership for the planning, implementation, and evaluation of comprehensive, innovative youth and adult educational programs in STEM. The 4-H STEM Agent Associate will facilitate leadership development programs designed to meet the needs and interests of a diverse, under-served audience of youth ages 5-18 and adult volunteers. The 4-H STEM Agent Associate will function as an active member of the University of Maryland Extension-1890 Program 4-H STEM team working under the direction of the 1890 Extension Administrator or his/her designee. The 4-H STEM Agent Associate represents University of Maryland Extension (UME), the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, and the University of Maryland at College Park. In carrying out these duties, the individual is to responsible to the lower shore Area Extension Director, 1890 Extension Administrator, and the 4-H State Leader. This position requires demonstrable program accomplishments which align with the 1890 mission via counsel with the 1890 Extension Administrator. Daily supervision of this position will be by the Area Extension Director with additional programmatic reporting to the 1890 Extension Administrator or his/her designee.

Responsibilities:
  • Provide coordination and administration of the UME Volunteer Policy Training, 4-H enrollment system, program fiscal management and reporting, legal and liability issues, 4-H club and program planning, recognition of volunteers and youth, 4-H emblem and name use.
  • Provide leadership to build the capacity of the 4-H program through expansion, volunteer development, and to increase adult and youth partnerships in programming.
  • Identify opportunities and needs for youth and adult audiences, develop, implement, and evaluate educational programs based on identified needs and interests, teach knowledge and skills within program areas such as team building, leadership, and other related skills to volunteers and youth.
  • Develop resources through grants, local funding sources and collaborative funding proposals.
  • Collaborate with local agencies and organizations to promote the delivery of 4-H youth development program materials and activities.
  • Work with other faculty, staff, volunteers, and the Extension Advisory Board to plan and implement an integrated local Extension program.
  • Increase the visibility of Extension within the lower shore to reach diverse communities and audiences.
  • Contribute articles and relevant impacts for various annual reporting venues.







Qualifications:
Required –
  • Bachelor’s degree in related field Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics or Education.
  • Demonstrated effectiveness and experience teaching in a community setting.
  • Demonstrated achievement in developing, implementing, and evaluating community education programs targeting youth.
  • Demonstrated teaching, leadership, communication, program management and time management skills.
  • Personal transportation and valid driver’s license; willing to travel as needed throughout MD, although most of travel will be local.
  • Strong computer skills and experience with Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher and Outlook.
  • Requires flexible work hours, to include some weekends and evenings as needed for meetings and programs.
  • This position is subject to a Criminal History Record Check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion and clearance of the Criminal History Record Check.
Preference –
  • Master’s Degree

Additional Information:
In Maryland, there are two Land-grant institutions.  The 1862 Land-grant University is University of Maryland-College Park (UMD) and the 1890 Land-grant institution is University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES), Princess Anne, MD.  In Maryland, the activities known as “Extension” are conducted by one entity identified as University of Maryland Extension (UME), and UME is the result of a partnership between UMD and UMES. UME is a statewide, non-formal education system with educational programs and problem-solving assistance practices which are available to citizens and are based on the research and experience of the Land-grant universities.
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is a Land-grant, historically black university founded in 1886 as the Delaware Conference Academy. Since its beginning, the institution has had several name changes and governing bodies. It was Maryland State College from 1948 until 1970, when it became one of the five campuses that formed the University of Maryland.  In 1988, it became a member of the then eleven campus (now thirteen) University of Maryland System, now known as the University System of Maryland. UMES is approved by the state of Maryland and fully accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.  This advertised position is 100% funded by UMES.

Salary and Benefits:
Salary will be commensurate with experience, with base salary of $41,105. The University of Maryland offers an extensive benefits package.

Application:
All candidates must apply online at https://ejobs.umd.edu  A complete application packet includes: a cover letter, resume, CV, copies of transcripts and contact information for three (3) professional references (including name, mailing address, telephone number, and email address),
Closing Date: For best consideration, complete application by July 22, 2016. Position open until filled.

omen are encouraged to apply.

UMD Agent Associate (Wicomico County) - apply by July 22

UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND
COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE & NATURAL RESOURCES
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND EXTENSION


POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT


Title: Agent Associate
Position Number:  119291
Category Status: Faculty, Non-Tenured, Continuing Contract
Unit: AGNR-UME-UMES 1890 Administration


Location: Wicomico County Extension Office, 28647 Old Quantico Road, Salisbury, MD 21802-1836


Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
This position is located in Salisbury, Maryland (Wicomico County). The 4-H Agent Associate for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (4-H STEM) is responsible for planning and implementing educational STEM programs using Extension teaching methods, materials, volunteer adult, and youth leaders; designed with community input to provide opportunities for youth and adults to grow into responsible, productive citizens able to assume community leadership roles. The 4-H STEM Agent Associate will provide leadership for the planning, implementation, and evaluation of comprehensive, innovative youth and adult educational programs in STEM. The 4-H STEM Agent Associate will facilitate leadership development programs designed to meet the needs and interests of a diverse, under-served audience of youth ages 5-18 and adult volunteers. The 4-H STEM Agent Associate will function as an active member of the University of Maryland Extension-1890 Program 4-H STEM team working under the direction of the 1890 Extension Administrator or his/her designee. The 4-H STEM Agent Associate represents University of Maryland Extension (UME), the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, and the University of Maryland at College Park. In carrying out these duties, the individual is to responsible to the lower shore Area Extension Director, 1890 Extension Administrator, and the 4-H State Leader. This position requires demonstrable program accomplishments which align with the 1890 mission via counsel with the 1890 Extension Administrator. Daily supervision of this position will be by the Area Extension Director with additional programmatic reporting to the 1890 Extension Administrator or his/her designee.


Responsibilities:
  • Provide coordination and administration of the UME Volunteer Policy Training, 4-H enrollment system, program fiscal management and reporting, legal and liability issues, 4-H club and program planning, recognition of volunteers and youth, 4-H emblem and name use.
  • Provide leadership to build the capacity of the 4-H program through expansion, volunteer development, and to increase adult and youth partnerships in programming.
  • Identify opportunities and needs for youth and adult audiences, develop, implement, and evaluate educational programs based on identified needs and interests, teach knowledge and skills within program areas such as team building, leadership, and other related skills to volunteers and youth.
  • Develop resources through grants, local funding sources and collaborative funding proposals.
  • Collaborate with local agencies and organizations to promote the delivery of 4-H youth development program materials and activities.
  • Work with other faculty, staff, volunteers, and the Extension Advisory Board to plan and implement an integrated local Extension program.
  • Increase the visibility of Extension within the lower shore to reach diverse communities and audiences.
  • Contribute articles and relevant impacts for various annual reporting venues.





Qualifications:
Required –
  • Bachelor’s degree in related field Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics or Education.
  • Demonstrated effectiveness and experience teaching in a community setting.
  • Demonstrated achievement in developing, implementing, and evaluating community education programs targeting youth.
  • Demonstrated teaching, leadership, communication, program management and time management skills.
  • Personal transportation and valid driver’s license; willing to travel as needed throughout MD, although most of travel will be local.
  • Strong computer skills and experience with Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher and Outlook.
  • Requires flexible work hours, to include some weekends and evenings as needed for meetings and programs.
  • This position is subject to a Criminal History Record Check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion and clearance of the Criminal History Record Check.
Preferences –
  • Master’s Degree


Additional Information:
In Maryland, there are two Land-grant institutions.  The 1862 Land-grant University is University of Maryland-College Park (UMD) and the 1890 Land-grant institution is University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES), Princess Anne, MD.  In Maryland, the activities known as “Extension” are conducted by one entity identified as University of Maryland Extension (UME), and UME is the result of a partnership between UMD and UMES. UME is a statewide, non-formal education system with educational programs and problem-solving assistance practices which are available to citizens and are based on the research and experience of the Land-grant universities.
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is a Land-grant, historically black university founded in 1886 as the Delaware Conference Academy. Since its beginning, the institution has had several name changes and governing bodies. It was Maryland State College from 1948 until 1970, when it became one of the five campuses that formed the University of Maryland.  In 1988, it became a member of the then eleven campus (now thirteen) University of Maryland System, now known as the University System of Maryland. UMES is approved by the state of Maryland and fully accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.  This advertised position is 100% funded by UMES.


Salary and Benefits:
Salary will be commensurate with experience, with base salary of $41,105. The University of Maryland offers an extensive benefits package.


Application:
All candidates must apply online at https://ejobs.umd.edu  A complete application packet includes: a cover letter, resume, CV, copies of transcripts and contact information for three (3) professional references (including name, mailing address, telephone number, and email address),
Closing Date: For best consideration, complete application by July 22, 2016. Position open until filled.

The University of Maryland, College Park, actively subscribes to a policy of equal employment opportunity, and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry or national origin, marital status, genetic information, political affiliation, and gender identity or expression. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.

Tuesday, June 21, 2016

Greenpeace Internships

Greenpeace is the leading independent environmental campaigning organization that uses

peaceful direct action and creative communication to expose global environmental problems

and to promote solutions that are essential to a green and peaceful future.



A Greenpeace Internship is a great way to learn first-hand how an international environmental

campaigning organization works. You’ll gain issue expertise, build valuable career skills and

make connections. In addition to job training, you’ll have the opportunity to take part in

trainings such as corporate campaigning, non-violent direct action, media relations and

grassroots outreach. You’ll get to meet awesome people and work alongside

experienced staff in a casual, high-energy environment.

accountable

Apply now for a Greenpeace internship!

Go to:​​http://www.greenpeace.org/internships

Available Fall 2016 Internships:

Toxics, Grassroots Administration, Activist Network, Media, Photography, Video, Online

Campaigning, IT Support, Human Resources, Direct Marketing, Donor Engagement, Equity,

Diversity, and Inclusion, Facilities, and Research. Visit our website for a full list and details on

the specific tasks and requirements for each internship.

Locations:

Positions are available in Charlotte, Raleigh, Washington, DC, and San Francisco, CA. Not all

internships are available in all locations. Visit our website to see details on where each

internship is offered.

Program Details:

Our Fall internships start September 26 and end December 16th. Part time and full time

positions available. Each intern is trained and closely supervised by a member of the

department to which they've been assigned. We are flexible with your schedule and can help

you receive class credit. All internships are unpaid. Unfortunately Greenpeace cannot provide

travel or housing.

Requirements:

Applicants must be over 18, but do not have to be current students. We’re looking for people

with excellent verbal and written communications skills, strong online research skills, the

ability to work well independently, commitment to non-violence as a means of affecting

change and enthusiasm for protecting the environment. Visit

http://www.greenpeace.org/internships for the qualifications required for each of the various

positions.

Diverse perspectives and experience enhance the way Greenpeace selects and approaches

issues, as well as the creativity and effectiveness of our campaigns. Greenpeace strongly

encourages applications from women, people of color, and other under-represented

communities.

Apply now for a Greenpeace internship!​ Go to:​​ http://www.greenpeace.org/internships

Monday, June 20, 2016

Project Coordinator, Outreach

Project Coordinator I

Conroe, Texas

Major Duties:  Facilitate site-based conservation and environmental education programing, workshops, seminars, and outreach and other curriculum-based programs featuring Jones State
Forest and other public lands within Greater Houston region. Empower and engage youth through education to become natural resource conservation advocates and understand career pathways toward natural resource careers. Oversight and training of outreach team members (part-time workers and volunteers) to leverage outreach opportunities within primarily Harris and Montgomery counties but not limited to these counties.

Occasional Duties: Assist Mitigation/Prevention Department with WUI risk assessments,
CWPP planning and provide wildfire educational assistance to community based wildfire prevention programs.

Work Experience: None required - Entry level position

Educational Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in a natural resources related field.

Preferred licenses & special knowledge: Project Learning Tree, Project WET/WILD, Texas

Master Naturalist, I-Tree, I-Naturalist, Certified Arborist.   Bilingual (Spanish-language

speaker). Experience with Microsoft Project.

Comments: Must have or be able to acquire a valid State of Texas drivers license within 30 days of employment.

Closing Date: Open until a suitable candidate is identified

For more information: http://texasforestservice.tamu.edu

To apply: http://greatjobs.tamu.edu

Friday, June 17, 2016

Research Assistant in Dr. Leisnham's lab - apply by June 21

Dr. Leisnham has an opening in his lab for an ecology/entomology research assistant. This student will be part of a team collecting mosquitoes in West Baltimore, maintaining colonies and experiments in the lab, and conducting surveys of local residents. If you are a self-starter who is looking for a paid part-time research position in the environmental health field, then you should apply ASAP! This can be considered for class credit. Please send your resume and cover letter to Dr. Leisnham at leisnham@umd.edu. 

Wednesday, June 15, 2016

Urban Resources Initiative Internships - apply by July 15

Below is information about Fall 2016 internships in Baltimore with the city's Department of Recreation and Parks and with the Parks & People Foundation through the Urban Resources Initiative (URI) Internship Program, which I coordinate.

Please share the information with your students and colleagues. Priority deadline for application is July 15. Thanks.
Urban Resources Initiative Internships in Baltimore
FALL, 2016
For descriptions of the internship projects listed below:

BALTIMORE CITY DEPARTMENT OF RECREATION AND PARKS
GIS Intern – Emergency Location Reporting and Response within Park Properties
GIS Intern–Data Webmap Sharing and Distribution
Outdoor Recreation Activities/Healthy Baltimore Initiative
Research and Discussion of Public Private Management Models for Patterson Park
Conservation and Archiving of the Records of the Recreation Division
Weed Warriors Program Tracking & Outreach
BCRP Volunteer Coordinator
Children and Nature Social Networking Intern
Park or Recreation Center User Survey
BALTIMORE’S PARKS & PEOPLE FOUNDATION
Green Resource Mapping
Other URI internship opportunities at Parks & People:  Check the P&P/URI web site for updates
# # #  # # # # # # # # # # # #
Skill Set Required:  See the web site listing for specific skills, background, and interests for each of the internships.
Preferred Areas of Study/Major(s):   Environmental Science/Studies and other liberal arts majors

Internship Location:  Baltimore, MD
Details:  Fall semester 2016; Hours per week: 15-20 hours; Workdays: Flexible; Pay: No

Application Requirements:  Priority Application Deadline: July 15, 2016
Required Documentation: Resume, Cover Letter, Faculty contact for reference
URI has provided internships with the Baltimore City Department of Recreation and Parks and the Parks & People Foundation for over 25 years.

Monday, June 13, 2016

Energy Audit Internship

Home Energy Medics is a highly rated, full service home performance company based in

Arlington, Virginia. Home Energy Medics performs energy audits for homes and commercial

buildings to resolve problems related to comfort, energy efficiency, and indoor air quality. Home

Energy Medics' team of certified building science experts and trusted partners work closely with

clients to create cost-effective plans to improve the total indoor environment. Home Energy Medics

has a people focused culture and a collaborative work environment which promotes new ideas for the

benefit of the homeowner and business.


Description: Home Energy Medics (HEM) seeks an intern to support the growth of company

operations. The intern will have the opportunity to participate in energy audits, learn about

principles of building science and the indoor environment, and assist in the development of new

business processes. The intern will be able to make a real and lasting difference.

Specific tasks:

 Assist HEM auditors during residential energy audits and help identify solutions to comfort,

 Support the transition to a new audit / proposal report style

 Under the guidance of the president, assist in the development and maintenance of business

 Research and report on further capabilities of our customer relationship management (CRM)

 Provide feedback and input to a new website design as needed


Qualifications: The prospective intern must have strong communication skills and a background in

engineering, environmental science, or related discipline. The intern must have a strong interest in health and sustainability initiatives, a professional work ethic, and positive attitude towards helping

homeowners. Preferred candidates will have some familiarity with marketing, media tools, and/or website design.

Compensation: $15/hour. This is a full time position.

To Apply: Please send a cover letter and resume to info@homeenergymedics.com. In the subject

heading, please address as: HEM Intern Application: (Your Full Name). The cover letter should

include a brief summary about your studies and interests at the University of Maryland, why you want to be a Home Energy Medics’ intern, and how the internship fits into your education, experience, or goals after graduation. health, safety, and efficiency problems metrics software

Home Energy Medics

817 22nd Street, South

Arlington, VA 22202

www.HomeEnergyMedics.com

Friday, June 10, 2016

Greenhouse Student Worker - apply ASAP (before 6/13/16)

Requesting an undergraduate student to assist with two activities: 

1. Set up the experiment, maintain the plants and collect data in the greenhouse in College Park
2. Set up and maintaining plants growing in trellises in the Terpfarm in Upper Marlboro.

Starting date: June 16, 2016
Ending date: August 31, 2016

Rate: $10/hour for 20 hrs/week. This could be considered an ENST internship if requested.

The student needs to have driver's license, be willing to work in the field and do some heavy lifting, be organized and detail oriented. Interested candidates can email their cover letter and resume to Dr. Izursa at jlizursa@umd.edu

Tuesday, June 7, 2016

Chesapeake Watershed Coordinator - apply by June 27

OPEN on USAJOBS--NPS Chesapeake Watershed CESU Coordinator.  Please help us distribute the announcements and links below:

NATIONAL CAPITAL REGION
CESU Research Coordinator, GS-0170/0190/0401/0408-13/14 - Status Candidates
Dates: 06/06/2016 - 06/27/2016

JOB TITLE: CESU Research Coordinator
DEPARTMENT:  Department of the Interior
AGENCY:  National Park Service
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: NPS-NCR-RSS-16-1676459(KB)
SALARY RANGE:$92,145.00 to $141,555.00 / Per Year
POSITION INFORMATION:  Full Time - Permanent
SERIES & GRADE:GS-0170/0190/0401/0408-13/14
PROMOTION POTENTIAL:14
DUTY LOCATIONS:1 vacancy in the following location:
Frostburg, MD United States
WHO MAY APPLY:Status Candidates (Merit Promotion and VEOA Eligibles)
   
This position is located at the Center for Environmental Science-Appalachian Laboratory, University of Maryland (UMCES-AL), Frostburg, MD, which is the host university for the Chesapeake Watershed Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CW-CESU). This position is supervised by the Associate Regional Director, Resource Stewardship and Science, National Capital Region (NCR), National Park Service (NPS).
Duties
  • Develop and implement an integrated program of natural, cultural, and social science resource, education, and technical assistance in support of the resource management responsibilities of NPS parks and other areas of NPS responsibility within the Chesapeake watershed, with an emphasis on climate change.
  • Coordinate all NPS/federal agency programs working with CW-CESU academic partners through UMCES-AL.
  • Serve as a liaison with other federal research and land management agencies.
  • Develop partnerships and secure outside sources of support from federal, state, academic, and private organizations in conducting cooperative research, education, and technical support.
  • Provide the NPS with technical leadership in an integrated program of research, technical assistance, and education at the regional and service wide levels.
  • Evaluates all CW-CESU products to ensure applicability to the parks needs.
  • Develops and submits annual work plans and request for funding for the CW-CESU to the Associate Regional Director, Resource Stewardship and Science.
  • Fully participates with the Office of Resource Stewardship and Science, which includes both natural and cultural resource divisions, with first-and second-level supervisors/managers, in strategic planning, developing current and future project proposals, and budget justifications.
  • Accounts for and is responsible for expenditures for all allocated to CW-CESU.
  • Provides advice and consultation to each of the parks on resource management issues within the coordinator's area of expertise. 
Click on the following link for a copy of the announcement with full details on duties and procedures for applying https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/440767900/

Contact Information
Name: Kim D. Brown
Phone Number: 202-619-7235
Email: Kim_D_Brown@nps.gov 

Monday, June 6, 2016

Graduate Money in Wetlands Research

The National Wetland Condition Assessment Campus Research Challenge gives graduate students the opportunity to use NWCA data to conduct scientific research and analysis. This challenge is intended to encourage external, innovative research and information development in support of enhanced wetland assessment and management at multiple scales. EPA encourages student applicants to work with their advisors and other faculty; and to consider how this work may also be incorporated into your thesis, a standalone project, journal articles, and/or presentations or posters at conferences.
EPA will award up to $30,000 including a Grand Prize Winner(s) of $5,000 and additional merit awards. In addition, winners will receive national recognition for their university, students and project by being featured on the EPA website. Winners may be offered opportunities to speak on webcasts, at meetings, or at other events.

UMD AGNR IAA Lecturer - apply by June 29

Title: Lecturer

Position Number 05271514

Category Status: Faculty-Non- Tenured, Term Contract

Unit: AGNR-Institute of Applied Agriculture



Campus/College Information: Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the flagship

institution in the University System of Maryland. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes

away from Washington, D.C.

Position Summary/Purpose of Position: The Institute of Applied Agriculture (IAA) invites applications

for 9-month Oral Communication Lecturer position, to teach an oral communication course to

undergraduate students at the University of Maryland, College Park. This is a Professional -Track, 9-

month faculty appointment that may be renewed. Continuing appointment will be based on

performance and enrollment.

Qualifications:

Required–

 Master's degree in Communication, Speech Communication, Agricultural Communication &

Leadership, or closely related field.

 2 years teaching experience, preferably at the post-secondary level.

 The key person will demonstrate excellence in teaching.



Responsibilities:

 Teach 5 sections of INAG 110: Oral Communication, each spring and fall semester.

 Participate in department decision-making, strategic planning, promotion and recruitment.

 Continuous curriculum development and updating to instructional materials and integration of

assessment activities into teaching practices.

 Work as part of the Oral Communication teaching team and contribute to the scholarship and

enhancement of the course and department.

Applications:

A complete application packet includes a Cover Letter, Resume or CV, Transcripts (copy acceptable for

application process); Contact information of three (3) professional references. All candidates must apply

online at https://ejobs.umd.edu. for position 05271514. The effective start date is August 22, 2016.

Additional Information: If attaching the optional teaching document, please include a course syllabus.

Closing Date: Review of applications will begin June 29, 2016. However, applications will be accepted

and reviewed until the position is filled.