Green Initiatives Manager
Self-Help
Durham , NC

Hazard Mitigation Planner

Senior Urban Planner
LandDesign
Beijing and Charlotte, NC

GIS Analyst
Children's Environmental Health Initiative - Duke University

Executive Director
Fenway Community Development Corporation (FCDC)

Planning Manager
Town of Bluffton, South Carolina

Program Manager
Insight Center for Community Economic Development

The Insight Center for Community Economic Development (Insight Center), seeks a Program Manager to work primarily on the Closing the Racial Wealth Gap Initiative (CRWG).  The Program Manager will work with a team that includes the President, the CRWG Director and Program Associate, the Communications Director and the Development Director.  The Program Manager will report to the CRWG Program Director and may supervise the Program Associate.

Organizational Overview
The Insight Center is a 40 year old national research, consulting, and legal organization dedicated to helping vulnerable people and communities become, and remain, economically secure. Our team-based approach encourages staff to work across program areas.
 
The Insight Center’s programmatic areas are
Workforce Development - Promoting an industry-focused approach to connecting vulnerable populations to the workforce
Early Care and Education - Helping to create a system that provides every child with access to high-quality, affordable, early care and education.
Savings, Wealth and Assets - Building programs that enable people and communities to acquire, accumulate, and preserve financial and educational assets
Legal Services - Supporting community based organizations and attorneys engaged in community economic development and integrating legal analysis, strategies and assistance in all areas of work
Economic Self-Sufficiency - Advocating for a realistic measurement of economic security
 
For additional information on Insight’s mission, vision and programs, visit our website at www.insightcced.org.
 
Position Overview
The goal of the CRWG is to provide national leadership to close the gap in assets and wealth between diverse racial and ethnic groups and whites. This Initiative involves work in both policy and practice and aims to strengthen the asset field, achieve significant positive system change, and increase the influence of people of color in the asset building field.

The Insight Center believes savings and asset building is a key strategy for helping people and communities become and remain economically secure.  Since 2004, we have been the managing partner of this initiative for the Ford Foundation to increase the voices of people of color in the asset building field.  Since 2006, this work became the Closing the Racial Wealth Gap Initiative with the mission of creating and moving an agenda that will close the gap within a generation. 
 
Principal Responsibilities
Internal
- Insure the smooth functioning of the internal team by monitoring the Initiative?s progress Interacting with other Insight Program areas to ensure synergy between programs.
External
- Take primary responsibility for organizing the annual Color of Wealth Policy Summit.
- Work with our policy and media consultants; in particular, take the lead in organizing policy advocacy work in Washington DC in close partnership with Washington based partners.
- Write and produce CRWG products and/or other informational materials.
- Become a public spokesperson on this issue; public presentations, and writing op-eds.
- Manage and/or staff various working groups and advisory committees, build relationships with experts of color to increase their participation and incorporate their advice into the Initiative’s work.
- Outreach to new organizations to form partnerships.
 
 
Qualifications, Skills and Attributes
- Experience in policy development and advocacy
- Deep knowledge and experience in a community of color and a passion for racial justice
- Excellent research, writing and oral presentation skills
- Supervisory experience
- Experience in community economic development or asset building work a plus
- Media, public relations, or communications experience a plus
- Willingness to travel; willing to live in the Bay Area

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter,  resume and short writing sample (no more than 1-2 pages), i.e., op ed or article via email to hr@Insightcced.org or by mail to The Insight Center for Community Economic Development,  Attn: Human Resources, 2201 Broadway,  Suite 815, Oakland, CA 94612 or by fax to 510-251-2660.   Application deadline is October 23, 2009 or until position is filled.  No phone calls please.

Information Technology Specialist
(SECURITY)  GS-2210-11/12

Volpe National Transportation Systems Center

(Closes Monday, October 19, 2009)

The Volpe Center is looking for an experienced Information Technology Specialist (INFOSEC), in the Safety Data, Collection and Distribution Division, at the Volpe National Transportation Systems Center.  The Safety Data, Collection and Distribution Division is responsible for a wide range of functions associated with developing, implementing, enhancing, operating, and maintaining a variety of information technology systems, including network and communications capabilities of various Federal agencies.

In this exciting role you will serve as an IT INFOSEC technical professional and consultant on a wide range of transportation information technology projects.

We are seeking a highly motivated information technology security specialist with knowledge in a wide range of technologies, applications and supporting systems in support of the numerous Department of Transportation (DOT) customer’s INFOSEC program.  To succeed in this role, you must have an in-depth knowledge of IT systems security issues and challenges in carrying out assignments involved in administering and ensuring an effective security program supporting IT systems, networks, privacy and business continuity processes in support of the customers INFOSEC program.  You will work with sponsors and other Volpe Center members analyzing developing and implementing information technology security solutions for various project sponsor organizations.

When you work at the Volpe Center you work with people like you –talented professionals who enjoy putting their expertise to work in the service of others and resolving real-world transportation problems. We are located in the culturally diverse and academically rich city of Cambridge, MA (Kendall Square), and offer competitive benefits, and a flexible and family-friendly work environment.

Interested applicants may apply by visiting the USAJOBS website link: http://jobview.usajobs.gov/getjob.aspx?jobid=83787233

Program Assistant (Full-Time)

Durham Community Land Trustees, a 22-year old non profit developer of affordable housing, is seeking candidates for the full-time position of Program Assistant. This position will work collaboratively with program staff to support the administration and implementation of DCLT’s housing and community development projects. The position reports directly to the Executive Director. Position is full-time (37.5 hours a week) with flexible scheduling.

Primary Responsibilities:
• Manage and update DCLT’s website & social media campaigns
• Write and edit quarterly newsletters (hard & electronic)
• Maintain donor database, assist with donor campaigns and fundraising events
• Receive/record incoming cash receipts
• Research prospective funding opportunities
• Assist with donor campaigns
• Assist and potentially lead special events
• Ensure relevant communication flow among residents, organization and public
• General administrative duties that include correspondence, filing, phones and visitors
• Other task as assigned by the Executive Director.
Position requires individual to become knowledgeable of Durham Community Land Trustees’ history, mission, model, projects and goals.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to coordinate work with others and complete task in a timely and efficient manner
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Publisher, Access, PowerPoint)
• Ability to work independently.
• Preferred candidates will also have experience with nonprofits, event planning and grant writing experience
• Preferred candidates will commit for 2-year period
• Excellent entry-level opportunity for individual interested in affordable housing and/or community development
To apply, submit a cover letter, resume and 2-page writing sample to Sarah Hodge via email at programasst@dclt.org with “Program Assistant” in the subject line. Materials must be submitted in Microsoft Word or PDF format. DCLT will review applications on a rolling basis and will contact only those individuals that we would like to interview. No phone calls will be accepted.

Hours, Salary and Benefits:
Hours: 37.5hrs/week Monday – Friday.
Salary range: $28,000-$30,000 Salary Range
Full Salary & Benefits (including paid sick leave, paid vacation, health/dental insurance, short-term disability insurance, long-term disability insurance, employer sponsored retirement plan)

Federal Transportation Policy Campaigner

Friends of the Earth U.S. and our network of grassroots groups in 77 countries have fought to create a more healthy, just world. We're hard-hitting, progressive environmental advocates that pull no punches and speak sometimes uncomfortable truth to power. It's an approach that has worked for four decades to produce important victories that have protected our planet and its people.

Our current campaigns focus on clean energy and solutions to global warming, protecting people from toxic and new, potentially harmful technologies, and promoting smarter, low-pollution transportation alternatives. We are seeking to hire a talented and dedicated individual to augment our efforts to increase federal, state and local support for alternative transportation options, such as rail, transit, biking and walking, reduce wasteful spending on highway construction, and encouraging smart growth development.  The position will:

• Conduct and oversee research and analysis to develop reports and articles to educate nongovernmental organizations, policymakers, and the public;     
• Develop public education and campaign materials on transportation and global warming issues;      
• Develop strategic campaign and communications strategies in conjunction with the Domestic Program Director, the Director of Public Advocacy and Media Relations and the Web Organizer; and  
• Develop and implement fundraising plan, working with Domestic Program Director and Director of Foundation Relations.   

Requirements and Special Knowledge     
This position requires two to three years of experience in policy advocacy addressing energy, climate change, or transportation issues, as well as a strong interest in transportation infrastructure and land use planning/development policy. Previous experience in transportation issues at the federal or state level and knowledge of climate change policy are preferred.

The ideal candidate will have a strategic approach to both policy and politics, and a desire to have a major impact on federal policy debates through hard-hitting advocacy.  The successful candidate will have the ability to balance and successfully complete a wide range of campaign activities including advocacy, convening/organizing, policy development, and research, as well as the ability to oversee consultants, and coordinate with media, development, and legislative staff. Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.

To Apply     
E-mail cover letter, resume and short writing sample to jobs@foe.org with the subject heading “Federal Transportation Policy Campaigner.” No mail applications or phone calls. Position will remain open until filled.     

International Development Internships

RTI's Center for Governance and Economic Growth (CGEG) is offering two internship positions focused on international economic development for the 2009 fall semester, and with possibilities of extension through May 2010.  The program is open to undergraduate and graduate-level students and typically seeks candidates in the fields of economics, private sector development, sustainable business, finance, public policy, urban planning, as well as other related fields. Eligible candidates must be enrolled in a full-time study program at an accredited university.

Working on varied research-related projects, interns:

    *      Gain practical work experience with a leading organization
    *      Become familiar with a variety of economic development programs and issues
    *      Contribute to technical assistance projects throughout the world
    *      Prepare reports, case studies, and presentations on economic development issues, trends, and strategic business planning

The positions will be based at RTI Headquarters in the Research Triangle Park, NC. Semester internship positions are part time, requiring 15-20 hours per week. RTI pays an hourly salary to paid interns and, where applicable, supports business travel costs and expenses. RTI does not reimburse interns for relocation costs.

Applicants should have:
    *      Excellent writing and organizational skills
    *      Ability to work independently
    *      Familiarity with research and reporting methods
    *      General knowledge of economic development programs and issues
    *      Willingness to work in team environment
    *      Flexibility and desire to work on varying projects

Fluency in English is required, and comprehension of an additional language, such as Spanish, French, Russian, and/or Arabic, is highly preferred. Prior experience studying, working, or traveling in developing countries is considered advantageous.

To apply, send a cover letter stating interest and availability, a resume, and a brief writing sample (no more than 10 pages) by email to Tara Frankstone (tfrankstone@rti.org). Fall Semester internship applications must be submitted by October 1. RTI will review resumes as they arrive and schedule interviews when appropriate. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Geographic Information System (GIS) Analyst