Jobs at UCS
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Washington, DCAssistant Office Manager/Point of Contact Analyst, Tropical Forest and Climate Initiative Engineer/Analyst, Clean Vehicles Washington, DC, Berkeley, CA or Cambridge, MACampaign Manager, Tropical Forest and Climate Initiative Berkeley, CAWestern States Campaign Manager Western States Climate Economist Cambridge, MA |
In applying for a position: Cover letters may be addressed to "Search Committee." Please include your salary range expectations. You will only be contacted if we desire an interview. Postings will be taken down once position is filled. Please, no phone calls. Applicants who are not U.S. citizens must be able to provide an employment authorization document from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). The Union of Concerned Scientists is an equal opportunity employer continually seeking to diversify its staff and to broaden opportunities for individuals from demographic groups that are historically underrepresented in the sciences and in environmental advocacy. We offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and a rewarding work environment. Analyst, Tropical Forest and Climate Initiative The Analyst will work to develop and implement analytic and campaign activities to advance strong business and government policies to reduce tropical deforestation associated with palm oil expansion, as well as other drivers of forest loss. This is a time-limited, three-year position. Responsibilities
Qualifications and experience The position requires 2-4 years of relevant experience. Up to one year of on-the-job training may be necessary to become familiar with UCS organization, philosophy, programs, and constituencies. Experience in tropical countries, particularly in sectors relating to agriculture, forestry and land use, is highly desirable. At UCS, comparable training and/or experience can be substituted for degrees when appropriate. Compensation, Hours and Location: This is a full-time temporary, three-year position based in UCS’s DC office. For candidates who meet all position requirements, the salary is around $50,000. UCS offers excellent benefits and is an equal opportunity employer continually seeking to diversify its staff and to broaden opportunities for individuals from demographic groups that are historically underrepresented in the sciences and in environmental advocacy. Information about the organization is available at http://www.ucsusa.org The deadline to apply for this position has passed. New applications are no longer being accepted.
Engineer/Analyst The Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS), the leading science-based organization at the center of today’s most exciting and important policy debates, seeks an individual to work with a top-notch, multi-disciplinary team in our Clean Vehicles Program to advance sound transportation policy to cut oil use and protect public health. UCS is seeking an engineer/analyst to conduct research and analysis focused on solutions that save oil and reduce emissions and related technology and policy issues. Candidates must have a background in vehicle and fuel technology and transportation or petroleum policy and excellent written and oral communication skills. Responsibilities The person in this position will
Qualifications and experience Applicants must have strong quantitative and research skills; strong writing and verbal skills; proficiency with spreadsheet and word processing software; ability to write well for scientific and general audiences; familiarity with economics and public policy; and a team orientation. Direct experience with stock and flow models, engineering economic models, and input-output models is preferred. At UCS, comparable training and/or experience can be substituted for degrees when appropriate. Compensation, Hours and Location: This is a full time position based in UCS’s Washington, DC office. For candidates who meet all position requirements, the salary is in the high $50,000s. UCS offers excellent benefits and is an equal opportunity employer continually seeking to diversify its staff and to broaden opportunities for individuals from demographic groups that are historically underrepresented in the sciences and in environmental advocacy. To Apply: Please submit a cover letter, a technical writing sample and a general audience writing sample if available, salary requirements, how you learned about the position and resume via email to jobs@ucsusa.org and include “Engineer/Analyst” in the subject line. Email materials in Word or PDF format only. No phone calls please. Deadline: March 27, 2012 or until filled.
Senior Climate Scientist Under the direction and supervision of the UCS Director of Program Development research, scope, and develop longer term analytical products to advance the climate campaign in future years, covering topics including climate impacts and energy sector resilience to climate change. Collaborate extensively with the Senior Climate Scientist, Climate Campaign Analytic Lead to conceptualize, develop, and/or review immediate and major campaign products on climate science, ensuring scientific accuracy while striving for public understanding. Serve as a UCS resource for media, outreach and policy activities by providing robust, timely, accessible and policy-relevant information on certain climate science and impacts topics. Provide expert technical and analytical advice for Climate Program Development and the Climate Campaign, as needed. Responsibilities
Qualifications and experience At UCS, comparable training and/or experience can be substituted for degrees when appropriate. Work requires a strong background in climate change science and impacts and five to seven years of relevant work experience, including communicating science to a wide variety of audiences, especially the media. Experience with the application of climate science to public policy a plus. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential. Extensive experience managing scientific and technical groups while utilizing project management techniques and supervising research staff is desired. Compensation, Hours and Location: This is a full-time position based in UCS’s Washington, DC office. For candidates who meet all position requirements, the salary is in the high 80’s. UCS offers excellent benefits and a rewarding work environment, and is an equal opportunity employer continually seeking to diversify its staff and to broaden opportunities for individuals from demographic groups that are historically underrepresented in the sciences and in environmental advocacy. To Apply: Please submit a cover letter, a writing sample in which you communicate science for a general audience, salary requirements, how you learned about the position and resume via email to jobs@ucsusa.org and include Climate Scientist in the subject line. Email materials in Word or PDF format only. No phone calls please. Deadline: May 12, 2013 or until filled. Western States Campaign Manager The Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS), the leading science-based organization at the center of today’s most exciting and important policy debates, seeks an individual to work with a top-notch, multi-disciplinary team in our California office to develop and implement campaign plans for UCS’s vehicles, energy, and climate work in the West. The Campaign Manager will oversee all elements of issue campaigns to ensure good integration between advocacy, outreach, analytic and media activities, cultivate relationships with key allies, and recruit and mobilize experts, members, and activists. Responsibilities
Qualifications and Experience Position requires seven to ten years of relevant experience in conceptualizing and running effective issue campaigns and a demonstrated commitment to the application of science to public policy. Must also have several years’ experience organizing grassroots and grasstops activists, coordinating outreach events; demonstrated ability to conceive, plan and implement effective outreach efforts; experience supervising field organizers and volunteers; and a demonstrated ability to use web-based information and sophisticated online tools to advance advocacy goals. Working knowledge of general transportation, energy, and climate policy and state legislative process is needed, as are skills in public speaking, written, and electronic communication. Fluency in Spanish and English is strongly preferred, as is familiarity with the Central Valley and/or southern California. Proficiency in word processing and database software is required. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is required. Compensation, Hours and Location: This is a full time position based in UCS’s Berkeley, CA office. For candidates who meet all position requirements, the salary is in the high $60s. UCS offers excellent benefits and is an equal opportunity employer continually seeking to diversify its staff and to broaden opportunities for individuals from demographic groups that are historically underrepresented in the scineces and in environmental advocacy. To Apply: Please submit a cover letter and a general audience writing sample, salary requirements and resume via email to jobs@ucsusa.org and include “Western States Campaign Manager” in the subject line. Email materials in Word or PDF format only. No phone calls please. Deadline: April 26, 2013 or until filled. Director of Foundations The Opportunity UCS’ successful foundation program is a well-managed and effective fundraising vehicle. It enjoys deep relationships with many foundations as it seeks to expand the foundation prospect base through ongoing research as well as by leveraging existing relationships with foundations, program directors and senior staff to increase giving from current funders. Under the leadership of the new DF, UCS hopes to double its foundation revenue within the next five years. UCS does not accept government funding and accepts limited support from corporations. UCS is proud of its scientific integrity, policy successes, and extraordinary growth. It possesses a unique culture that promotes collegial interactions, entrepreneurship, thoughtful dialogue and planning, and exceptional work-life quality. The new DF will appreciate UCS’ strong sense of community and its intellectually stimulating environment. The Position The DF and foundation officers are deployed among the five programmatic areas and each carries his/her own portfolio of foundation funders. The DF will facilitate close staff partnerships with program directors to ensure in-depth understanding of the range of UCS issues and opportunities along with the knowledge to craft powerful proposals. In most instances, the assigned foundation officer will take the lead in writing proposals, working closely with program directors for content, and with finance and administration for budgets. The DF also oversees a foundations associate who actively researches prospective foundations. The DF will develop foundation fundraising plans and goals which will be essential for continued growth. S/he will partner with the CDO in the development of annual plans and strategies to identify and secure grants from new prospects that include goal setting and revenue forecasting. Qualifications and experience Candidates must be highly strategic thinkers and leaders with a strong aptitude for grantsmanship and the ability to align funder’s desires with those of UCS. Superb writing skills are essential (e.g., proposals, letters of inquiry, stewardship reports) along with the demonstrated ability to secure 5- and 6-figure grants. S/he will be able to articulate the organization’s mission, goals, and work in a way that inspires potential donors in a clear and compelling manner. Exceptional supervisory skills that seek to motivate staff, enhance their professional development, and provide strong leadership and trust are essential. The ideal candidate will possess:
Experience working for an advocacy organization is a plus, particularly if it is science-based. The Union of Concerned Scientists is an equal opportunity employer continually seeking to diversify its staff and to broaden opportunities for individuals from demographic groups that are historically underrepresented in the sciences and in environmental advocacy. UCS offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and a rewarding work environment. Email resume and cover letter in confidence to: UCS@developmentguild.com Lisa Gell, SPHR
Temporary Web Content Manager
Define best format for content initiatives. Plan, manage, and implement multimedia or interactive content initiatives from idea-to-launch. Serve as primary contact for project vendors. Works collaboratively with communications and program staff on campaign-based marketing projects, and with advocacy staff to keep online campaign material up-to-date and compelling. Monitor daily news clips and online conversations for breaking news related to content area to leverage website content. Monitors and analyses website statistics. Develops and implements strategies to increase traffic and engage visitors. Qualifications and experience Must have a demonstrated ability to interpret complex scientific/technical content for general audiences, possess expert-level writing and editing skills, and have expertise in content strategy and negotiation skills. Outstanding attention to detail is essential. Proven ability to communicate clearly and work effectively in a team environment is required. Candidate must have HTML and CSS coding experience; ability to create and optimize graphics using Photoshop; and knowledge of Google Analytics, SEO and online user interaction best practices. Must be proficient with the PC/Windows environment (especially MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and PDF creation). Video experience a plus. Familiarity with a CMS such as Convio is preferred. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required, preferably in journalism or English. Experience in online advocacy a plus. At UCS, comparable training and/or experience can be substituted for degrees when appropriate. Compensation, Hours and Location: This is a full-time, temporary (approximately 15 month) position with benefits based in UCS’s Cambridge office. For candidates who meet all position requirements, the salary is about $50,000. UCS offers excellent benefits and a rewarding work environment, and is an equal opportunity employer continually seeking to diversify its staff and to broaden opportunities for individuals from demographic groups that are historically underrepresented in the sciences and in environmental advocacy. Information about the organization is available at http://www.ucsusa.org To Apply: Please submit a cover letter, salary requirements, three writing samples, how you learned about the position and resume via email to jobs@ucsusa.org and include “Web Content Manager” in the subject line. Email materials in Word or PDF format only. No phone calls please. Deadline: May 31, 2013 or until filled.
Assistant Office Manager/Point of Contact This position is responsible for the professional management of the front desk; scheduling and management of conference rooms, providing “hands on” support to the external information technology vendor and serving as back up to Office Manager. As the First Responder to the public, this position handles calls from the press, UCS members and activists, the public, UCS partners and representatives of elected officials. This position requires critical listening skills, tact, diplomacy and ability to effectively direct calls. This position reports to and provides critical backup to the Cambridge Office Manager. Responsibilities Orders all the office supplies. Receive, transport, unload and stock supplies. Opens all the routine office invoices and prepares the Cambridge Office purchase records for various vendors. Allocate all costs to appropriate sub-budgets. Responsible for mail, faxes, and package deliveries. Manages UPS and other delivery pickups using online system. Receives orders for UCS publications from online shopping cart; processes payments and shipping information through online tool; packages and ships orders to customers. Maintains an inventory of all publications. Receives new shipments of publications. Transports, unloads and stocks publications and supplies. Works with external IT vendor, serving as point of contact when vendor needs someone on site for assistance. Connects desktop workstation or laptop with a docking station, and changes printer toner cartridges With phone support from the vendor reboots PCs, router, firewall, or other devices. Maintains inventory of loaner IT equipment, laptops, projectors, etc. Responsible for the receipt of new IT equipment. Receive new workstations for employees, new network equipment, and keep it secure until install. Reports and coordinates new hires, or employees leaving service to external IT vendor. Performs other duties and tasks, as assigned. Qualifications and experience A bachelor's degree or equivalent training and experience are preferred. The position requires self-motivation, good interpersonal skills, attention to detail, familiarity with office operations; intermediate level skills in word processing, excel, and Internet browsers. Demonstrated strong oral communication and customer service skills with a wide variety of audiences are critical for this position. Able to follow instructions. Applicants should have strong administrative and organizational skills and have the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Must have ability to lift up to 50lbs. Flexibility and a sense of humor are desirable. A demonstrated interest in and passion for work that serves the public interest and the mission of UCS. A minimum of three to five years of relevant experience as a program or administrative assistant, or office support staff, preferably in a non-profit setting. Experience with customer service in an office environment strongly preferred. Familiarity with IT support/help desk strongly preferred. Compensation, Hours and Location: This is a full time position based in UCS’s Cambridge office. For candidates who meet all position requirements, the salary is around $40,000. UCS offers excellent benefits and a rewarding work environment, and is an equal opportunity employer continually seeking to diversify its staff and to broaden opportunities for individuals from demographic groups that are historically underrepresented in the sciences and in environmental advocacy. Information about the organization is available at http://www.ucsusa.org. To Apply: Please submit a cover letter, salary requirements, how you learned about the position and resume via email to jobs@ucsusa.org and include “Assistant Office Manager” in the subject line. Email materials in Word or PDF format only. No phone calls please. Deadline to apply is May 24, 2013.
Campaign Manager, Tropical Forest and Climate Initiative The Campaign Manager, Tropical Forest and Climate Initiative (TFCI) directs UCS’ campaigns to achieve the goal of zero deforestation, particularly that caused by palm oil, by 2020. Directs the TFCI’s advocacy campaigns; leads the TFCI’s business advocacy and partnership work with other NGOs and consulting companies; coordinates with the TFCI Director on major programmatic decisions around planning, hiring, strategy, and priorities; represents the TFCI to media and the general public; and represents UCS in the General Assembly of the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil. Responsibilities Direct TFCI Campaigns. Lead the development and implementation of TFCI campaigns, including our work to influence decisions that lead to tropical deforestation through direct advocacy to governments and businesses, and through grassroots and grasstops outreach strategies.
Lead the TFCI’s business advocacy. A major piece of TFCI’s campaigning will be focused on corporations. Engaging and advocating directly with business executives, such as Vice-Presidents for Sustainability and Supply Chain Managers from major global corporations, will be a critical component of this work.
Lead the TFCI’s partnership work with other NGOs and consulting companies
Coordinate with TFCI Director on major programmatic decisions, including planning, hiring, strategy, and priorities. Represent the TFCI as appropriate in internal groups and work with the TFCI Director to help create effective annual program plans. Represent UCS to the media and general public. Translate technical information into layperson-friendly language; respond to media inquiries and requests for information; give speeches and attend conferences. Represent UCS as our voting member in the General Assembly of the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO). Attend RSPO meetings and follow the work of RSPO Task Forces and Committees. Work with TFCI Director to determine and advocate for UCS positions and policy objectives in the RSPO. Vote in the General Assembly and RSPO for UCS. Qualifications and experience Working knowledge of tropical forest policy is required; familiarity with climate science, ecology, environmental science, international climate policy or sustainable development policy is highly desirable. Excellent written and oral communication skills, including an ability to interact professionally with UCS colleagues and donors, senior scientists, and policymakers, and a demonstrated ability to write for and speak to lay audiences. Strong quantitative analytic skills, including using spreadsheets and statistical methods, would be helpful. Position requires 7-10 years of relevant experience developing campaign strategy and tactics, and demonstrated commitment to the application of science to public policy, especially on tropical forest and land use issues. Must have experience organizing activists, coordinating outreach events, directing online marketing or activism, and supervising field organizers. At UCS, comparable training and/or experience can be substituted for degrees when appropriate. Compensation, Hours and Location: This is a full-time position. Preference is for position to be based in UCS’s Washington, DC office, but Cambridge, MA or Berkeley, CA offices will also be considered. For candidates who meet all position requirements, the salary is in the high $60s. UCS offers excellent benefits and a rewarding work environment, and is an equal opportunity employer continually seeking to diversify its staff and to broaden opportunities for individuals from demographic groups that are historically underrepresented in the sciences and in environmental advocacy. Information about the organization is available at http://www.ucsusa.org To Apply: Please submit a cover letter, salary requirements, how you learned about the position, a short writing sample (preferably related to campaigning/outreach) and resume via email to jobs@ucsusa.org. Email materials in Word or PDF format only and include “TFCI Campaign Manager” in the subject line. No phone calls please. Deadline: May 28, 2013 or until filled.
Assistant Office Manager/Point of Contact This position is responsible for the professional management of the front desk; the scheduling and management of conference rooms, providing “hands on” support to the external information technology vendor and serving as back up to Office Manager. As the First Responder to the public, this position handles calls from the press, UCS members and activists, the public, UCS partners and representatives of elected officials. This position requires critical listening skills, tact, diplomacy and ability to effectively direct calls, and the ability to work on multiple assignments at the same time, to meet deadlines and to be flexible to changing priorities Responsibilities Front Reception
Administrative and Technical Support
Qualifications and experience A demonstrated interest in and passion for work that serves the public interest and the mission of the UCS. A minimum of three to five years of relevant experience as a program or administrative assistant, or office support staff, preferably in a non-profit setting. Experience with customer service in an office environment strongly preferred. Familiarity with IT support/help desk strongly preferred. At UCS, comparable training and/or experience can be substituted for degrees when appropriate. Compensation, Hours and Location: This is a full-time position based in UCS’s Washington, DC office. For candidates who meet all position requirements, the salary is around $40,000. UCS offers excellent benefits and a rewarding work environment, and is an equal opportunity employer continually seeking to diversify its staff and to broaden opportunities for individuals from demographic groups that are historically underrepresented in the sciences and in environmental advocacy. Information about the organization is available at http://www.ucsusa.org To Apply: Please submit a cover letter, salary requirements, how you learned about the position and resume via email to jobs@ucsusa.org and include “DC Assistant Office Manager” in the subject line. Email materials in Word or PDF format only. No phone calls please. Deadline: June 9, 2013 or until filled.
Western States Climate Economist The Position Responsibilities Conduct research and produce major reports on the design and economic feasibility of various climate policy approaches on both climate impacts and reducing emissions that cause climate change
Represent UCS in California and Western states’ climate issues related to economics
Qualifications and experience At UCS, comparable training and/or experience can be substituted for degrees when appropriate. Compensation, Hours and Location: This is a full time position based in UCS’s Berkeley, California office. For candidates who meet all position requirements, the salary is in the mid to high $80s. UCS offers excellent benefits and a rewarding work environment, and is an equal opportunity employer continually seeking to diversify its staff and to broaden opportunities for individuals from demographic groups that are historically underrepresented in the sciences and in environmental advocacy. To Apply: Please submit a resume, cover letter, salary requirements, examples of recent work in economics, including writing aimed at a general audience, and work that indicates familiarity with how economics is used in making climate or energy policy. Also include how you learned about the position and send via email to jandc@johnstonco.org with “Western States Economist” in the subject line. Email materials in Word or PDF format only. No phone calls please. Deadline: July 1, 2013 or until filled. Climate Scientist, California The Position Qualifications and experience
Compensation, Hours and Location: This is a full time position based in UCS’s Berkeley, California office. For candidates who meet all position requirements, the salary is in the mid to high $80s. UCS offers excellent benefits and a rewarding work environment, and is an equal opportunity employer continually seeking to diversify its staff and to broaden opportunities for individuals from demographic groups that are historically underrepresented in the sciences and in environmental advocacy. To apply: Please submit a resume, cover letter, salary requirements. Also include how you learned about the position and send via email to jandc@johnstonco.org with “Climate Scientist” in the subject line. Email materials in Word or PDF format only. No phone calls please. Deadline: July 1, 2013 or until filled
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