At ECOS
Intern
ECOS is seeking applicants to join the staff as an Intern focused on Environmental Justice and Title VI issues. This role provides an opportunity to work with the other ECOS staff, ECOS members, and federal partners to advance the work of state environmental agencies. The full position announcement is available here. The internship runs April 11-December 31. To apply, email a cover letter and resume to Kelly Poole of ECOS by April 8, 2022.
In the States
Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation
The Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation is hiring a Water Division Director. The two main areas of work for the Division are Facilities and Water Quality.
For more information, please see the position announcement.
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources currently has an exciting opportunity for a Deputy Director with the division of Ecological and Water Resources. The Deputy Director functions with the Director to provide oversight of Ecological & Water Resources and serves as the Division’s Operations Manager.
To apply, log onto www.mn.gov/careers and search Job ID 52299. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637.
New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services
The New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services (NHDES) is seeking a Water Division Director. This largest division of the NHDES advocates for public policy and regulatory objectives that reflect stewardship of resources, the needs of the citizens and economic interests of the State, and the achievement and maintenance of water quality standards based upon sound science. The Water Division includes: oversight of public drinking water supplies; waste water control, and more.
See the position announcement here.
Tennessee Department of Environment & Conservation
The Tennessee Department of Environment & Conservation is seeking an attorney to join their Office of General Counsel. This opportunity requires a Tennessee law license and a minimum of five years of experience in the full-time practice of law. Experience applying the CWA, CAA, SMCRA, CERCLA, and/or RCRA is preferred.
See the position announcement here.
Washington Department of Ecology
The Washington State Department of Ecology is hiring a Communications Director. The Communications Program contributes to Ecology’s mission by providing clear, accurate, and timely communications that explain the work Ecology does, why it matters, and the science behind it. The Communications Director will report directly to Ecology’s director, Laura Watson.
See the position announcement here.
Other Opportunities
Scenic Hudson
Scenic Hudson, a nonprofit that preserves, protects, and revitalizes land and communities in the Hudson River Valley of New York, is seeking an Executive Director of Policy, Advocacy, and Science. The successful applicant will manage the efforts of the Public Policy, Advocacy, Land Use, and Science and Climate teams and serve as a member of the executive team and will play a pivotal role in a new climate-justice effort. Scenic Hudson is led by ECOS alum Ned Sullivan (ME and NY).
More information about the position is available here.
