4.25.24 Newsletter

Allegheny County Conservation District is hiring a Municipal Engagement Manager

Position description: Allegheny County Conservation District (ACCD) is part of a national regulatory network and plays an important role in how communities in Allegheny County preserve, protect and improve natural resources. ACCD is a progressive district with a creative approach to conservation work and has a diverse portfolio including urban and rural agriculture, watershed and wetland stewardship and improvement, as well as regulatory enforcement of four state laws that protect soil and water health. This position will be tasked with municipal outreach and engagement to identify barriers to and find opportunities to increase tree canopy and green spaces.

Responsibilities include: Outreach, engage and develop relationships with key stakeholders including non-profit organizations, municipal staff, and some elected officials; Plan and execute outcome focused meetings, including agenda setting, facilitation, minutes, assignment of action items, and follow up; and Lead or assist with implementation of recommendations and programs.

ACCD is a flexible, hybrid workplace where work takes place in the office, remotely, and in the field. This position requires travel around the county to meet with partners, some meetings will be in the evening and occasional weekends

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Experience: Mid-level

Salary/Pay: N/A

St. Clair Superior Development Corporation is hiring an Assistant Director of Housing & Economic Development

Position description: St. Clair Superior Development Corporation (SCSDC) serves the St. Clair Superior neighborhood, a unique Cleveland community located between the City’s two largest employment centers (Downtown and University Circle) and directly borders the MidTown, Hough, Glenville, and Downtown neighborhoods. The Assistant Director of Housing and Economic Development will be responsible for overseeing housing and economic development.

Main responsibilities include: Maintain database of vacant/abandoned properties and real estate development opportunities using public databases and site visits to inspect properties to assess their marketability for redevelopment and tracking pending foreclosures; and Research the acquisition of vacant housing, including property ownership, title, liens, zoning, environmental issues and tax delinquencies for potential acquisitions through tax foreclosure proceedings.

Location: Cleveland, OH

Experience: Mid-level

Salary/Pay: $75,000 - $90,000/year

University of Pittsburgh is hiring a Policy Specialist

Position description: The Policy Specialist with the University of Pittsburgh Formulates and edits institutional policies of University-wide significance and translates data into accessible material for a range of audiences. Under general supervision within the Office of Policy Development and Management (Policy Office), the Policy Specialist performs University policy, procedure, and standards research and analysis.

Key responsibilities include: Responsible for formulating and editing institutional policies of University-wide significance and application, and participates in policy development and revision, including working with members of committees across the University; Integrates and manages University policy information in both electronic and published formats; and Provides coordination for multiple policy development and related projects, as assigned.

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Experience: Mid-level

Salary/Pay: N/A

Cleveland Museum of Natural History is hiring a Habitat Restoration Technician

Position description: The Cleveland Museum of Natural History (CMNH) Natural Areas Division has been involved in land protection and stewardship since 1956, with the mission to identify, protect, and steward the best remnants of native habitats present in the Lake Erie and upper Ohio River drainage prior to settlement. The Habitat Restoration Technician will be a part of a unique approach to stewardship and biodiversity management. 

Responsibilities include: Assist in the ecological restoration and management of native marsh and swamp forest communities; Assist with the operation of an amphibious utility task vehicle (UTV) with crew and supplies; and Operates and maintains hand and power tools in working conditions to implement invasive plant management.

This is a three-month grant-funded seasonal position working up to 40 hours/week. This full-time temporary position will run from approximately May 13, 2024 to August 15, 2024.

Location: Cleveland, OH

Experience: Entry-level

Salary/Pay: $17/hour

Warren County Park District is hiring a Park Supervisor

Position description: The Park Supervisor is a working supervisory position that is responsible for the overall maintenance and upkeep of the park’s grounds, facilities and amenities, and for coordinating the activities of other team members engaged in similar work. This position, under the direction of the Chief Operating Officer (COO), strives to provide the highest level of safety and service to park patrons. 

Main responsibilities include: Routine and preventative maintenance of park lands, buildings and facilities such as trash collection and removal, shelter cleaning, trail maintenance, landscaping and amenity installation; Facility maintenance and cleaning such as window washing, painting, service maintenance and other custodial duties; and Trail maintenance such as resurfacing, grading, pruning, trimming and installation of signage, steps, culverts and drainage.

Applicants should have the ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds, and be able to work in extreme weather conditions.

Location: Lebanon, OH

Experience: Entry-level

Salary/Pay: $25/hour

Literacy Pittsburgh is hiring a Instructor for Beaver County

Position description: Literacy Pittsburgh offers free educational programs for adults and families in Allegheny County and Beaver County. The Instructor is responsible for leading assigned Literacy Pittsburgh classes utilizing the Ready and Relevant curriculum and supporting agency priorities. The Instructor ensures a high-quality experience for students by providing excellent student instruction and support to advance student learning and goal attainment.  

Key responsibilities include: Teach assigned classes in designated locations, in-person and/or via remote instruction; Actively engage in professional development and on-going training to ensure high-quality teaching that leads to strong student outcomes; and Provide support and referrals for students to address barriers and transition needs as related to program participation.

Some evening work may be required. Instructors may be required to travel to various locations throughout the Beaver County area

Location: Beaver County, PA

Experience: Entry-level

Salary/Pay: $40,000 - $47,000/year

Landforce is hiring an Administrative Coordinator

Position description: Landforce is currently hiring a part-time administrator (20 hours/week) who is detail-oriented, organized, and able to help others meet deadlines in a timely manner to support our Director of Operations with regular administrative and office-related tasks.

Responsibilities include: Ensure all information for programmatic, administrative, and financial needs are processed and filed according to organizational systems and procedures; When present in office, ensure that the phone is answered in a timely, professional and courteous manner; and Verify that timesheet hours have been entered appropriately and accurately for staff and crew prior to payroll allocation.

Applicants should be comfortable with technology in general (email, Google Drive, word processing, etc), but we are happy to teach you the specific tools you will be using from within your position.

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Experience: Entry-level

Salary/Pay: $20/hour

Holden Forests & Garden is hiring a Forestry Outreach Fellow

Position description: The Community Forestry & Conservation department is seeking 12 month Forestry Outreach Fellow. The Forestry Outreach Fellow will be instrumental in outreach and demonstration efforts related to Holden Forests & Gardens’ Working Woods project, a 67-acre forestry demonstration site.

Main responsibilities include: Support Holden Forests & Gardens’ mission, vision, and values; Co-develop and implement a strategy for evaluation of forest landowner outreach activities; and Communicate directly with forest landowners according to outreach and evaluation strategy. 

Applicants should be able to perform required tasks in all weather conditions, lifting up to 35 pounds, and walking or standing for extended periods of time.

Location: Cleveland, OH

Experience: Entry-level

Salary/Pay: N/A

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