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Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC) is searching for a research technician to participate in the Chesapeake Water Watch, a NASA-funded research project to study and improve the reliability of remote sensing algorithms in Chesapeake Bay tributaries and nearshore regions. The research technician will provide technical support related to collection and processing of samples, primarily water samples, including analyzing chlorophyll content, dissolved organic matter, and turbidity.

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The Pennsylvania Association of Conservation Districts (PACD) is seeking an Instructional Designer. The Instructional Designer will be responsible development of a self-guided eLearning program hosted on the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection’s (DEP) Learning Management System, the Clean Water Academy.

Deadline to apply is November 11, 2022.

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The Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy (PPC) is seeking a qualified individual to fill their Director of Education and Frick Environmental Center position. The Director of Education and the Frick Environmental Center is responsible for the development, management, and implementation of education programs at the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy (PPC) for people of all ages using parks as the primary platform to explore nature in the city. The position will liaise with all appropriate schools and school districts, universities, consultants, city departments, and organizations that support educationally related projects while also supporting other community outreach initiatives. Additionally, this position oversees the management of the Frick Environmental Center, the greenest, municipally owned building in the world, and the surrounding Frick Woods.

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Grounded Strategies is seeking a Project Coordinator. The Project Coordinator will support the communication, tracking, and coordination activities related to Grounded’s grassroots land stewardship programs and resident resources.

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Three Rivers Waterkeeper (3RWK) and Watersheds of South Pittsburgh (WOSP) are seeking a Community Coordinator. The Community Coordinator will be responsible for managing a new program: Collaborating for Empowered Communities and Cleaner Waters. The program focuses on community engagement, outreach, and an organized listening tour of Pittsburgh’s communities that are disproportionately impacted by water quality issues.

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The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking a Biological Science Technician. The primary duties of the technician will be conducting wildlife damage management activities at a nearby landfill system and assisting with various white-tailed deer damage management projects throughout eastern Pennsylvania.

Deadline to apply is August 1, 2022.

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The Izaak Walton League is searching for a Salt Watch Coordinator. The Salt Watch Coordinator will coordinate the League’s Salt Watch monitoring program. Coordinating this program includes volunteer and partner recruitment and retention, test kit creation and distribution, and developing advocacy materials to engage volunteers in collaboration with local partners to facilitate smarter salting in local communities.

Deadline to apply is July 15, 2022.

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Friends of the Riverfront is looking to hire a Volunteer Coordinator who will enhance the quality of life for Allegheny County residents and visitors by ensuring a clean, safe, and accessible trail experience through volunteer engagement. They will work as part of the Trail Stewardship Program team to recruit public and corporate volunteers; organize and manage volunteer events; coordinate and staff outreach activities; design volunteer communications and maintain program metrics; and build and sustain positive working relationships with individuals, community, and corporate volunteer partners while serving as an ambassador for the organization.

Deadline to apply is August 15, 2022.

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Friends of the Riverfront is seeking a Director of Development and Communications. The Director of Development and Communications will be responsible for managing and growing revenue through individual giving, corporate sponsorship, institutional giving, and public grants. The Director will also be responsible for developing and guiding the overall communications strategy for the organization.

Deadline to apply is July 15, 2022.

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