News-Grants-Jobs

We have openings in the Fall 2005 for 3 graduate assisstantships. These are for teaching Chemistry and Geology labs.

AWRA has one graduate scholarship in the field of water resources. One $2,000 scholarship will also be awarded to a full-time graduate student enrolled in a program relating to water resources. The graduate scholarship will be awarded to the student most qualified by academic and/or research performance. Measures of academic performance include the cumulative grade point average, relevance of the student’s curriculum to water resources, and leadership in extracurricular activities related to water resources.In addition, the quality of the student’s research and its relevance to water resources will be ascertained. Scholarship recipients will be selected by the AWRA Student Activities Committee and announced during the summer. For more information: http://www.awra.org/student/herbert.html

The Texas Water Resources Institute has an annual call for research proposals. The deaadline is typically in early January. This program, which is funded by the US Geological Survey through the National Institutes for Water Research, is aimed at funding the water resources-related research of graduate students at universities throughout Texas. TWRI anticipates funding at least 10 graduate research enhancement grants of up to $5,000 in the area of water resources. In 2001 TWRI funded 10 projects out of 34 applications. Projects were funded at 7 universities. Applications from all universities doing water resources-related research in Texas are encouraged.

The intent of this competitive grants program is to strengthen graduate student research and education programs in water resources at universities throughout Texas. In addition, the program provides an opportunity for graduate students to prepare, submit, and implement a competitive grant, often for the first time. Proposed research can deal with a wide range of topics related to water resources. Some of these subjects include conservation and management of water resources; surface water, wastewater, irrigation, drinking water, watersheds, water policy issues, studies involving geographic information systems and computer modeling, and responses of aquatic plants or animals to water quantity or quality. Proposals on other water related concerns will also be considered.

Proposals should strengthen the research project of a graduate student in a Texas university. Proposals should be developed by the graduate student applicant in collaboration with their faculty advisor. A maximum of $5,000 may be requested, with a maximum of $2,500 used to offset tuition and fees that are not otherwise waived by the university. Grant funds may also be used for travel, equipment, lab materials, supplies, analytical devices or services, or other items that improve the quality of the student's research program.

IMPORTANT NOTE-Proposals are limited to three pages of text. The citations and references should be included within this 3-page limit. A one-page budget is required for each project. A Vita for the student and each of the faculty involved may also be attached, but each CV must be only one page.

For any other questions, please contact:
Ric Jensen
TWRI Communications Manager
1500 Research Parkway, #240
College Station, TX 77843-2118
Voice 979-845-8571
Fax 979-845-8554
rjensen@tamu.edu

National Water Research Institute awards fellowships of up to $10,000 a year per student to support master's or doctoral graduate research related to water resources.

NNEMS is a comprehensive fellowship program managed by EPA's Office of Environmental Education. The purpose of the NNEMS Program is to provide students with practical research opportunities and experiences. Each participating headquarters or regional office develops and sponsors projects for student research. The projects are narrow in scope to allow the student to complete the research by working full-time during the summer and/or part-time during the school year. Research fellowships are available in Environmental Policy, Regulation, and Law; Environmental Management and Administration; Environmental Science; Public Relations and Communications; and Computer Programming and Development. NNEMS fellows receive a stipend at a level determined by the student’s level of education and the duration of the research project. Fellowships are offered to undergraduate and graduate students. Complete application information can be obtained in the Career Service Center (or equivalent) of participating universities. No application materials will be sent directly to students. The application deadline is in December of each year for all projects in the coming year. Complete program information and application materials can be obtained from the NNEMS website: http://www.epa.gov/enviroed/NNEMS/

The Society of Wetland Scientists has research grants for any student conducting undergraduate or graduate-level research in wetland science at an accredited college or university. Grants are intended to aid, but not to provide sole support of, student research. Because the total amount of funding requested will likely exceed available funds, proposals will be evaluated on a competitive basis. No predetermined funding limit has been set; however, it is expected that the maximum award will not exceed US $ 1,500.00 . http://www.sws.org/studentgrants/general_info.html

National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship
Deadline Early November 3-year Graduate Research Fellowship award
Approx. $27,500/year
Applicants must be United States citizens or nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United
States. Those eligible to apply are college seniors, first-year graduate students, and others who have completed a limited amount of graduate study in science, mathematics, or engineering.
http://www.nsf.gov/grfp

Ivanhoe Fellowship for M.S. Degree with Emphasis on Water Resources $5,000
Award is for needy and deserving foreign students studying towards a practical MS degree in
engineering or science with an emphasis on water resources. No assistance for PhD. Must be
complemented by a student assistantship provided by the school that provides eligibility for resident tuition. To apply, a letter from the student's advisor describing the applicant's needs and
qualifications should be sent to the Foundation for review. Fellowships are normally awarded at the
beginning of the academic year.

The Ivanhoe Foundation, 160 South Lomita, Ojai, CA 93023
fax 805-646-8620

GRO Graduate Fellowships
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), as part of its Greater Research Opportunities
(GRO) program, is offering Graduate Fellowships for master's and doctoral level students in
environmentally related fields of study. The deadline for receipt of pre-applications is usually in November. Subject to availability of funding, the Agency plans to award approximately 20 new
fellowships.. Master's level students may receive support for a maximum of two
years. Doctoral students may be supported for a maximum of three years with funding available,
under certain circumstances, over a period of four years. The fellowship program provides up to
$37,000 per year of support.
URL: http://es.epa.gov/ncer/rfa/2004/2005_gro_grad_fellow.html

STAR Fellowships
Deadline typically in November, 3 to 4-year Graduate Reseach Fellowship
Stipend up to $37,000 per year
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), as part of its Science to Achieve Results (STAR) program, is offering Graduate Fellowships for master's and doctoral level students in environmentally related fields of study. Subject to availability of funding, the Agency plans to award approximately 100 new fellowships. Master's level students may receive support for a maximum of two years. Doctoral students may be supported for a maximum of three years with funding available, under certain circumstances, over a period of four years. The fellowship program provides up to $37,000 per year of support.
URL: http://es.epa.gov/ncer/rfa/2004/2005_star_grad_fellow.html

The Tahoe-Baikal Institute, an environmental non-profit organization in
South Lake Tahoe, California and Irkutsk, Russia, is now accepting applications for its 15th annual Summer Environmental Exchange (SEE). This is a great opportunity for recent college graduates and young professionals interested in environmental, political, and international careers to experience, first-hand, the workings of an international non-profit organization. The 10-week program (5 weeks in America; 5 weeks in Russia) includes training and educational workshops, hands-on internship projects, and cultural exchange.
http://www.tahoebaikal.org/projects/exchange

Chicago Botanic Garden's Conservation and Land Management Mentoring Program

Chicago Botanic Garden's conservation and land management mentoring program is seeking to place 20 outstanding college graduates for five-month paid internships to assist professional staff at Bureau of Land Management (BLM) state and field offices. Interns will undertake a comprehensive review of Endangered Species Act listing, recovery and consultation processes. Tasks may include mapping, field work, report writing and literature searches. Each intern will receive training on the Endangered Species Act and related conservation issues at a one-week course in Chicago. Travel and lodging for the course will be provided. After training, interns will be assigned to work with a mentor at priority BLM sites throughout the United States; most offices are in Western states. The stipend for the internship is $1,500/month.

Skills in the following areas are needed: GIS, map and compass, GPS, Plant and Bird ID, Wetlands, Soils/Geology and many others.

To apply, send a letter of interest, transcripts, resume and three letters of recommendation to the address below by Feb 15, 2005. Interns will be selected by April 15, 2002. The training course in Chicago is in mid-May and internships begin immediately afterward.

Dr. Lara Jefferson
Chicago Botanic Garden
1000 Lake Cook Road
Glencoe, IL 60022
ljefferson@chicagobotanic.org

Here are some internet resources to help you look for jobs. Specific job announcements will be posted as available, but become out-of-date quickly. Even if not interested in the jobs, note what they are looking for. This helps in planning your academic career.

THE POSITION: Under the general supervision of the Water Resources Manager, the Water Resources Specialist oversees, monitors, conducts and coordinates one or more environmental programs in support of the City's water resource programs, including the watershed protection program and the source water protection program. The Water Resources Specialist is responsible for identifying potential contamination of water sources; conducting related outreach; and serving as the Water Department's technical resource on source water protection and watershed issues in general. Typical duties include: conducts field surveys to identify and prioritize existing or potential hazards; works with watershed stakeholders on remediation of potential sources of contamination; advises regulatory agency staff on prioritization and resolution of outstanding violations; represents the department at meetings of technical advisory committees, coordinated resource management planning groups, and other organizations that address watershed protection issues; identifies watershed protection concerns so information can be communicated to local state and federal representatives; stays current with, interprets and applies federal, state and local regulations, and ordinances such as the Safe Drinking Water Act, the California Forest Practice Rules, the California Environmental Quality Act, the California and the Federal Endangered Species Acts, and County codes; provides technical support to department staff and departmental committees and commissions on developing and implementing resource management plans related to water quality and natural resource protection; participates in the review of environmental documents, including timber harvest plans, environmental impact reports and permit applications; prepares and updates reports and documents including the watershed sanitary survey, source water protection program, and department habitat conservation plans; prepares requests for proposals, contracts for professional services; writes and monitors grants; conducts environmental monitoring; develops educational materials, conducts events with property owners, students, agency staff, and other watershed stakeholders; and, performs related work as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge and abilities)
Working knowledge of:
Principles, practices and terminology of environmental programs related to watershed management and source water protection. Applicable federal and state laws, codes and regulations.
Natural resource management.
General principles, methods and terminology of chemical, biological and bacteriological testing commonly performed for water/wastewater and soil analyses.
Methods and techniques for record keeping and report preparation and writing.
Basic statistics, hydrology, chemistry, and groundwater sampling techniques.
Office practices, methods and equipment, including using a computer for word processing and spreadsheets.

Some knowledge of:
Principles and practices of program development, administration and evaluation.
The methods and techniques of budget development and monitoring. Occupational hazards and standard safety procedures related to laboratory environments.
The use and application of Geographical Information Systems (G.I.S.).
Grant writing and administration.
Supervision, training and motivation.
Nonpoint source water pollution best management practices

Ability to:
Oversee, plan, organize, coordinate and implement projects and programs. Learn more complex principles, practices, techniques and regulations pertaining to assigned duties.
Implement, explain and apply applicable laws, codes and regulations.
Safely and effectively operate the tools and equipment used in environmental fieldwork, sampling and laboratory testing and analysis; calibrate and maintain environmental sampling and monitoring equipment; collect a variety of samples in the field.
Analyze and interpret large sets of laboratory and statistical data; perform mathematical calculations; write and compile effective technical and administrative reports; read, interpret and record data accurately; read and interpret maps, sketches, drawings, specifications and technical manuals. Make adjustments to standard operating procedures to improve effectiveness and comply with regulatory changes as appropriate; participate in the establishment of division and/or department goals, objectives and methods for evaluating achievement and performance levels; assist with budget development and monitoring.
Plan, organize and direct work of assigned staff; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; follow written and oral directions; work independently; observe safety principles and work in a safe manner; establish and maintain effective working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state and local agencies and associations, City staff and the public.

Willingness to:
Work occasional evenings and weekends, as assigned.
Attend off-site meetings and training sessions, as required.

Education and Experience
Any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities may be qualifying. A typical way to obtain these qualifications would be:
Bachelor's degree in engineering, biology, chemistry environmental science, or a related field, and two years of responsible experience coordinating environmental programs, environmental compliance programs or related areas.

Job Title: Wetland Ecologist/Consultant
Organization: BergOliver Associates, Inc.
Location:  Houston, Texas
Job Type:  Full-Time
Date of Hire:  Spring of 2005

BergOliver Associates, Inc., natural resource consulting firm has an immediate opening for a full-time, entry-level Wetland Ecologist to support and manage various field and office-based assignments throughout the Greater Houston and surrounding areas. The qualified candidate will be an enthusiastic, energetic, team-oriented individual with excellent written and oral communication and computer skills. The following are the minimum qualifications and a brief description of duties and responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications:
BS Degree (MS preferred) in wetland science, environmental science, biology, soil science, botany or related field
The applicant will possess technical knowledge of botany, soils, and hydrology and how they relate to understanding wetland functions.
The applicant will employ an understanding of the functional roles of wetlands and aquatic resources to assess potential project impacts.
The desired applicant will have knowledge of Section 404 of the Clean Water Act and how it relates to wetland permitting and other environmental regulations.
The ability to efficiently prioritize workload and complete tasks effectively within time constraints is mandatory.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Assist in wetland assessment and delineation field efforts; collect appropriate wetland field data relative to wetland vegetation, soils, and hydrology.
Prepare wetland delineation reports and functional assessment reports for regulatory agency review.
Assist in preparing other environmental regulatory compliance documents such as Biological Assessments, Biological Evaluations, and Environmental Assessments.
Prepare Section 404 wetland permit applications and compensatory wetland mitigation plans for submittal to U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
Applicant may assist in the development of complex environmental documents in compliance with NEPA and the ESA.
Assist with various tasks as assigned to ensure successful project completion

Estimator: Career minded individual with a BS Degree in any of the general sciences or a Masters Degree in Environmental Science. Experience in the environmental industry is preferred but not necessary. Must be proficient in technical writing and have strong math skills. Excellent benefit package. Eagle Construction and Environmental Services. FAX RESUME TO 817/306-1905 or E-MAIL to eaglerecruiter@ecesi.com .

Mid-level consultants position with a Memphis, Tennessee wetland consulting firm. Work would include performing wetland delineations, stream determinations, preparing federal and state wetland-related permits, practicable alternatives analyses and mitigation designs. Working directly with clients, agency personnel and staff members on multiple projects both in the office and in the field, as well as supervising staff members doing the same tasks. Work is approximately 50% office work and 50% field work.

The applicant should have a Masters Degree or greater in field biology or a related field, have a minimum of 3 years experience in wetland delineation and 3 years experience in wetland permitting, have strong ability to communicate well with a wide range of clients and agency personnel, have strong writing skills, have a working knowledge of the Corps of Engineers' wetland regulations and have the ability to work on many projects a the same time. Also, the applicant needs to be physically strong, be willing to work hard, be able to thrive in very difficult field conditions, be able to work independently, be energetic, innovative, self starting and be interested in moving up in the company. Salary will depend on qualifications.

Environ Strategy is an environmental engineering company specializing in matters of petroleum remediation, water/wastewater engineering and management, landfill engineering and monitoring, groundwater assessment/remediation, storm water monitoring, and regulatory compliance for commercial/industrial companies and public agencies. Environ Strategy is a California corporation that is based in Irvine, California with a Central Coast office in Ventura County and a Northern California office (specific location to be announced) in the Central Valley of California. ES has been conducting environmental assessment, remediation, engineering and construction services throughout California for more than 10 years.

The Co. has taken on 60 new sites in the Sacremento area and will be hiring field people. If you have any new grads looking for work. The website is http://environstrategy.com. I'm sure the pay would be better for people w degrees & exp. But they do like to take entry level people & train them. The main office is at Irvine (sth LA) & they seem to always need new people

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PLANNER I (Conservation)posted 01.07.05San Antonio, TX RequirementsSALARY RANGE: $2596.25 - $3894.40
CLOSING DATE: January 16, 2005

JOB FUNCTION
The Planner I is responsible for providing professional and technical support to the department. Reviews and evaluates programs, projects and plans as assigned to implement departmental mission including infrastructure planning, water quality protection, water conservation and water supply development. Reports to supervisor or manager, may receive guidance from the Team Leader, and works under general supervision.

JOB SCOPE
Assists in preparing ordinances, resolutions, legislation, or enforcement documents addressing aquifer recharge zone protection and water conservation issues.
Researches, evaluates, and integrates data into technical correspondence and reports.
Develops, updates, and manages detailed databases; creates spreadsheets, graphic presentations, and written reports.
May present program information to large groups.
Collects, analyzes, integrates, and processes customer information for department programs; and schedules appointments with departments, contractors, and developers.
Provides customer service to the public regarding program issues.
May assist with development and monitoring of program budget.
Applies statistical analysis.
Applies state and local government laws and regulations relating to water/sewer services.
Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Bachelors degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, Business Administration, Engineering, Environmental Science, Geology, Chemistry, Biology, Cartography/Geographical Information Systems, or related field from an institution accredited by a nationally recognized accrediting agency.
Able to use word processing, spreadsheets, database, and presentation software.

JOB DIMENSIONS, PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Contacts with internal and external customers.
Communicates effectively, verbally and in writing.
Works in an office environment with occasional field visits. May be required to work hours other than regular schedule including nights and weekends

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LCA Environmental (http://lcaenvironmental.com/)

Job Description:
LCA Environmental is seeking an entry-level Environmental Scientist or Geologist to assist in environmental site assessments, subcontractor management, technical report writing, collection of soil & groundwater samples, site inspections, and analytical data evaluation.

Skills Requirements:
Must have strong organizational and communication skills with excellent technical writing abilities. Must have the ability to work within a team environment to efficiently manage project assignments while requiring minimal supervision of daily responsibilities. Problem solving capabilities, work initiative, and a positive attitude are essential for this position.

Interested candidates can submit their resumes via the Career Center's on-line system (AggieLaunch) or send a cover and resume to:
Danny Wedeman
Environmental Scientist
wedeman@lcaenvironmental.com

EMPLOYMENT RESOURCES IN THE EARTH, ATMOSPHERIC AND OCEANIC SCIENCES from Syracuse University

International Society of Wetland Scientists
26th Annual Meeting
Cairns Australia Jul 9-14, 2006
http://www.catchments.org.au/

2006 UCOWR/NIWR
Increasing Freshwater Supplies
July 18-20, 2006
Santa Fe, New Mexico
http://www.ucowr.siu.edu/

AWWA
2006 Conference and Exposition
The World's Water Event^SM
June 11-15, 2006
Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center
San Antonio, Texas