A development Director is needed to help identify grants and funding sources for UGP projects. We need to secure funding for the devlopment of the Econexus. This applicant will need to be highly motivated able to work in a paperless world and be green savy. This applicant will also need to be a respectfull person who understands what it means to work in the startup phase of an organization. Applicants should have: �¡Strong written communication skills �¡Experience researching, relationship building and organizing �¡Experience with Word, Excel, Power Point, and Sharepoint will be needed. �¡Ability to work independently and in a team �¡Interest in environmental sustainability / \\\"green\\\" technology This is a percentage of funds raised paid position. Days and times are flexible. We request that director work minimum 20hours a week. Employees can work either at our Center City location or from home. Please submit a resume and cover letter to interested@urbangreenpartnership.org. Feel free to contact us with any questions.

YIKES is looking for a full-time Web programmer to join our team early December 2008 Requirements include: Expert-level knowledge of ColdFusion, PHP, MySQL, JavaScript and XML. Knowledge of HTML, CSS, CGI, MSSQL, ASP and PERL also essential. Candidate must possess excellent project management and communication skills. Must be able to work independently and in a team. Good time management skills, an ability to meet deadlines and simultaneously work on multiple projects is critical. YIKES is a socially responsible company that provides a casual and fun work environment. Salary range is 38 - 40K depending on experience. Full health benefits, 4 weeks vacation, flex-time, Retirement Account, etc. Please send resume and programming samples to jobs@yikes.biz. We prefer to see Web-based applications and sites candidate has built in the above-mentioned languages.

Green Building Alliance (GBA) seeks service providers for its JumpStart Assessment program, which is part of GBA’s Green Building Products Initiative. ---Projects may include analysis of green building product market research; green market positioning; green product certifications; product suppliers; purchasing; sector-specific analyses; energy efficiency; material type, requirements, and environmental issues or impacts; as well as transportation and larger development issues. ---GBA’s JumpStart Assessments are designed to assist Pennsylvania manufacturers in understanding and addressing the market opportunity for green building products and processes. The Green Building Alliance has released a Request for Qualifications in relation to this project. The RFQ is aimed at building a list of qualified service providers who may be engaged in JumpStart Assessments on an as needed basis. For a copy of the RFQ, please contact Valerie Hearn.

Are you looking to take your career in a new direction? Do you want to feel that you\'re making a difference? If you have solid customer service experience and enjoy the challenge of working in a fast-paced environment, this may be the job for you! PhillyCarShare is currently searching for a Member Services Associate (MSA) to provide a full range of service to current and prospective members. The MSA answers telephone calls, responds to e-mails, processes new member applications, and assists with account inquiries and reservation issues. The ideal candidate is a customer service, detail-oriented, and organized person who is dedicated to taking responsibility for providing great service to our members. The candidate has experience with internet applications and email software, is able and willing to learn to use new software, works well collaboratively, is friendly, reliable, has excellent verbal and written skills, and understands the importance of deadlines. Are you up for the challenge? QUALIFICATIONS •Bachelors degree and 2-3 years of management experience •3-5 years of strong customer service experience will be considered in lieu of degree •Qualified for PhillyCarShare membership Please apply at our website; phillycarshare.org Please no follow-up phone calls or e-mails, we will contact you if selected for an interview.

Are you a people person? Do you enjoy speaking on the phone? The Member Services Associate (Overnight) is a full-time, hourly position responsible for providing excellent overnight customer service to our members from our Center City office. The Overnight Associate will answer resolve incidents, emergencies, and complaints relative to current and upcoming reservations. Compensation: $12/hr (full-time with benefits) Schedule: 11pm-7am, with 1-2 evening shifts Start date: Immediately PRIMARY DUTIES •Assists members in emergency situations in a timely and courteous fashion •Assists displaced members by creating new reservations, editing existing reservations, or guiding members to pod location •Provides instructions for operation of vehicles, including troubleshooting minor mechanical difficulties and dispatches roadside assistance when needed •Creates, revises, and cancels reservations per member request •Maintains knowledge of current policy and educates members when needed •Tracks tattler activity •Effectively manages phone queue ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES Works on departmental projects such as researching and processing: parking tickets, problem reports, toll violations, member reimbursements, and member account closings. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Standard shift is overnight and requires that Associate not leave the office building. Associate will not have any break time, is not permitted to sleep, and must make every effort to take all incoming calls. The Associate will mostly be working alone with little immediate supervision, and must make sensible decisions regarding policy during shift. •Familiarity with Philadelphia streets •Pleasant and professional phone manner •Ability to work accurately and quickly under pressure •Ability to consistently uphold policy with empathy in all situations •Working conditions include sitting for long periods, using a telephone headset, typing and general computer work QUALIFICATIONS •Bachelors degree and 2-3 years of management experience •3-5 years of strong customer service experience will be considered in lieu of degree •Qualified for PhillyCarShare membership Apply online at phillycarshare.org Please no follow-up calls or emails. We will contact you only if you are selected for an interview.

Philadelphia, PA - Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission is seeking a Part-Time Employment Outreach Specialist to assist in coordinating the TransitChek Program. This employee participates in the implementation of transit incentive marketing and promotions programs. Responsible for overseeing the employer outreach component of the transit voucher program, including the following: consultation meetings with employers interested in TransitChek, attending employer benefits fairs/symposiums and explaining the program to employers and employees. Three years of professional experience with marketing and/or sales programs required. This is a part-time position requiring 22.5 hours/week, and does not carry traditional employee benefits. Employee will receive $30/month in TransitCheks for commuting. To view the complete job description, visit: www.dvrpc.org. To apply, submit a cover letter and resume to resumes@dvrpc.org.

LOCAL FOOD LOGISTICS ASSOCIATE
The Common Market, a non-profit wholesale distributor of local produce, is hiring a seasonal Local Food Logistics Associate (August 15-Nov 1).

The Associate will be on the front line of the business, interacting with farmers in PA and South Jersey, as well as institutional customers in the Philadelphia area (hospitals, schools, universities) and learning all aspects of the logistics of running a wholesale local food distribution operation. We are looking for someone who can communicate the local food mission of the Common Market, present him or herself in a professional manner, and is punctual and dependable. The job duties include:
-driving a 18\' refrigerated box truck to make pick-ups and deliveries (rural, highway and city driving)
-learning the aspects of quality control for produce and making quality control decisions at the farms
-loading and unloading boxes of produce on and off the truck and into cooler at the warehouse
-helping the General Manager to label and pack orders at the warehouse

Additional Qualifications:
-must be committed to promoting local food
-must have a valid driver\'s license and insurance (commercial driver\'s license is not a requirement)
-must have experience driving a truck or other large vehicle
-must be able to regularly lift boxes weighing 50 lbs
-must be available for early morning starting time (5 am); there is potential for some weekend work
-must have a clean driving record and no criminal background
-must be able to pass regular random drug tests

How to Apply:
-send resume, cover letter and 3 job references to
james@commonmarketphila.org or
Common Market Philadelphia
Attn: James DeMarsh
2901 W Hunting Park Ave
Philadelphia PA 19129

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cleaning staff needed for growing eco-friendly company possibility for advancement to management position no toxic products used (mostly homes) work is in Chester County MUST be reliable, trust-worthy and have a positive attitude! must have a clean, valid drivers licence and record and a reliable car will train

We have two positions open: 1. We are in need of an office assistant that is familiar with "greening" and sustainability. Duties are secretarial and research oriented. Must be computer savvy and hours are flexible. --Paid position 2. Radio program producer -- volunteer position, get lots of experience and possible opportunities for real employment. Must have a car, be a good writer, self starter, reliable and have at least two college years completed. flexible hours and some work may be done in your home. 3. Experienced persons for solar panel install/maint, and wind install/maint and weatherization needed. Looking for experienced teachers in Solar and Wind should apply too. Must have driving license. Send resume and cover letter to Rose at harmony@charterschoolsvcs.com .

The Jewish Farm School is hiring educators for their Alternative Breaks taking place this coming spring and summer. In partnership with Hillel, JFS will be leading one-week service-learning programs on organic farms across the U.S. The position comes with training, competitive pay and an overall incredible leadership experience. This position also has potential professional growth within JFS. Applications and interviews are taking place on a rolling basis. Interested? Visit our website for more details or email simcha@jewishfarmschool.org www.jewishfarmschool.org/hiring

Job Announcement: Outreach Coordinator for Philadelphia Date of Posting: December 10, 2008 Deadline for Application: January 16, 2009 Description: Citizens for Pennsylvania’s Future (PennFuture), a statewide public interest membership organization, seeks qualified applicants for an 18-month, full-time position in our Philadelphia office to serve as Outreach Coordinator for Philadelphia, coordinating a local riverfront campaign and assisting in other outreach responsibilities in the area. Job Duties: The successful applicant will be responsible for the following activities as part of PennFuture’s Next Great City campaign: - Develop and execute a campaign plan for creating public riverfronts in Philadelphia. - Build a united voice for Philadelphia’s riverfronts by creating diverse coalition of organizations, businesses and individuals to support and engage in the campaign. - Cultivate relationships with Philadelphia City Council members, City Planning Commissioners, Philadelphia Water Department staff and others within the city government who have a stake in riverfront planning. - Educate residents about the campaign and engage them in various activities. - Represent PennFuture and the riverfront coalition in the media. - Create and disseminate materials such as maps, brochures, reports and other supporting documents. - Provide assistance on general Next Great City campaign, such as contributing to website and newsletter and organizing meetings. - Generate support for PennFuture’s policy campaigns in the Philadelphia area, and conduct other outreach tasks including membership development and organizing special events. Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of the region and be positioned to network easily within key constituencies identified (riverfront neighborhoods, recreational groups, and developers specifically). Familiarity with riverfront issues such as buffers, recreational trail development, and ecological restoration is desired. Prior experience and demonstrable ability for public speaking, presentations and community organizing required. Proficiency with basic computer skills including word processing, e-mail, and Internet applications required. The successful candidate must be self-motivated and able to handle multiple tasks at once. Specifications: Funding for this position is only guaranteed for 18-months, however an extension of this source as well the acquisition of other funding is probable. Evening and weekend hours are occasionally required. Competitive salary and benefits including health, life and disability insurance and generous vacation is included. PennFuture is an equal opportunity employer. To apply: Send cover letter, resume, two writing samples and a list of at least three references by January 16, 2008 to Christine Knapp, Director of Outreach at knapp at pennfuture dot org. Background: Citizens for Pennsylvania’s Future (PennFuture) is a statewide public interest membership organization working to create a just future where nature, communities and the economy thrive. PennFuture has offices in Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, Philadelphia, West Chester and Wilkes-Barre and a staff that includes attorneys, media professionals, government relations experts, outreach professionals and administrative support. PennFuture operates the following programs: Global Warming, PennFuture’s Center for Energy, Enterprise and the Environment, Healthy Watersheds, Healthy Air, Smart Growth, and Legal Protection of Public Health and the Environment. We conduct issue campaigns, mobilize our members, network with local, state, regional and national environmental organizations, conduct policy analysis and advocacy, and provide legal services to our members and conservation, sportsmen’s and environmental groups. PennFuture is Pennsylvania’s most professional, effective environmental organization with a proven track record of important accomplishments. We strongly believe that every environmental victory grows the economy. Learn more about PennFuture at www.pennfuture.org. For the past three years, PennFuture has been the convening organization behind the Next Great City initiative. The initiative is backed by a coalition of over 100 organizations in Philadelphia all supporting a 10-point, common-sense and cost-effective environmental policy agenda. The project has resulted in many successes, such as the expansion of recycling, funding and restructuring of leadership for Fairmount Park, and the reallocation of the way stormwater fees are collected. Among the initiative’s recommendations is for Philadelphia to create public riverfronts that will strengthen river neighborhoods, provide miles of trails, parks, boardwalks and wetland for residents and visitors to enjoy, improve water quality and attracts new development and other amenities. To learn more about the Next Great City campaign, visit www.nextgreatcity.org.

Farm Apprentices Wanted for 2009 Season Weavers Way Farm is a multi-site, diverse urban farming project in Northwest Philadelphia. The main farm site is currently a one and a half acre, non-certified urban organic farm located at Awbury Arboretum in the Germantown neighborhood of Philadelphia. The farm is part of Weavers Way Coop, a 3,000 member, community owned market located just two miles from the farm. Our produce is sold at the two coop locations as well as at a handful of farmers markets and restaurants around the city. Produce is also donated to multiple anti-hunger organizations. In addition to production, the farm operates educational programs at several area schools, both in the classroom and out on the farm. We currently have an opening for three full time apprentices for the 2009 season to learn about all aspects of our farm operation. This is a great opportunity for hands on experience with urban farming and farm education. Visit www.weaversway.coop for more information on the farm and coop. Please send resume and cover letter to Weavers Way Farm, 559 Carpenter Lane, Philadelphia, PA 19119 or by e-mail to weaverswayfarm@gmail.com. Application deadline is February 2nd, 2009. Details: • Position runs April through November, 2009. • Commitment is 40 to 55 hrs per week, assisting with production and education. Total hours per week will vary with the growing season. One weekend day is required. We offer a modest stipend and housing with a local family if needed. Apprentices are welcome to take vegetables home for personal consumption. • Work hands on with Farm Manager and Education Manager, learning how to manage a small farm and run educational programs. • Hone your skills in greenhouse production, planting, weeding, harvesting, and marketing. • Share your knowledge of seeds and plants with local high school students at their onsite greenhouse where we start some of our seedlings. • Learn about all 100 varieties of vegetables and flowers we grow, including pest management and season extension. • Engage with members of the Weavers Way community who visit the farm to fulfill their coop work hours. • Help plan social and fundraising events in cooperation with our volunteer farm committee. • Work at least one farmers market in the city, helping to harvest, set up for, and sell our produce there. • Participate in a unique relationship between a retail store and a farm, perhaps the only one in the country! Learn about harvesting techniques and delivery of produce to the store and other buyers. • Assist the farm educator by guiding agricultural education programs for all ages at the farm. • Work with the farm educator and high school interns at our one-third acre vegetable farm located at Martin Luther King High School in West Oak Lane. • Collaborate with us as we pioneer a Community Supported Agriculture project at Saul Agricultural High School! Work closely with teachers and students to develop this exciting and new project merging education and community-based vegetable production. Participate in creating one of Philadelphia\'s first urban CSA\'s. • Opportunities to assist with making value added products: pickles, flower bouquets, teas, wreaths and more. • Learn about diversified, small scale, intensive farming – while living in a unique neighborhood of Philadelphia. All the benefits of rural and city living! Qualifications: This position requires taking on more responsibility than that of the intern position. Some prior experience in gardening or agriculture preferred. Must be at least 18 years old. Must have a good sense of humor, strong work ethic and willingness to get dirty. You should be able to work under adverse conditions (heat, humidity, rain) and be able to lift 50 lbs, preferably at the same time.