http://www.thegreatbasininstitute.org/job/netzero-project-leaddata-analyst/
The Great Basin Institute, a Reno-based 501(c)3 non-profit organization, is recruiting a NetZero Project Lead/Data Analyst to gather, depict and interpret data resulting from energy and water audits of buildings associated with the U.S. Forest Service Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest. The NetZero approach assists Forest Service Green Teams in meeting goals of the Western Collective Sustainable Operations program. NetZero assesses use of natural resources relative to natural resource replenishment: When the two are in balance, the ecological footprint is neither positive nor negative, indicating a net zero system. In coordination with the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Hydrologist and a GBI NetZero Project Technician, the NetZero Project Lead/Data Analyst will coordinate with USFS Engineering and other staff to identify baseline and other sources of data. The Lead will additionally compile, analyze and present data, and prepare associated reports. The NetZero project will produce recommendations for environmental conservation measures to reduce water and energy footprints, thereby reducing its climate-change footprint. Compensation and Timeline • Wage: $16.00/hour • Timeline: 12-week appointment, beginning upon availability • Full-time, up to 40 hours per week Location The Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest comprises over 6 million acres, making it the largest National Forest in the lower 48 states, and is located throughout the state of Nevada and a small portion of eastern California. The duty station for this position is the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Supervisor’s Office located in Sparks, NV. Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science/Studies, Environmental Engineering or allied discipline, with additional professional experience in the sustainability field; • Experience in following detailed protocols for data collection; • Experience in water- and/or energy-use audits preferred; • Familiarity with standard building infrastructure and associated water and energy systems preferred; • Experience in use of the MicroSoft Office suite of software, including Excel, Access, and Word, as well as graphics software; • Experience in database generation, and data management, analysis and reporting; • Experience in use of ArcGIS software and technologies for mapping and other applications; • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including experience in public speaking and technical writing; • Excellent organizational skills; • Ability to work productively both independently and as part of a team; and • Possess a clean, valid, state-issued driver’s license. How to Apply Qualified and interested applicants should forward a cover letter, résumé, and list of three professional references to Amy Gladding, GBI HR Coordinator, at [email protected]. Please include where you found the position posted. Incomplete applications will not be considered. No phone inquiries, please. We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit Retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination. http://www.thegreatbasininstitute.org/job/netzero-project-technician/ The Great Basin Institute, a Reno-based 501(c)3 non-profit organization, is recruiting a NetZero Project Technician to perform energy and water audits of buildings associated with the U.S. Forest Service Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest. The NetZero approach assists Forest Service Green Teams in meeting goals of the Western Collective Sustainable Operations program. NetZero assesses use of natural resources relative to natural resource replenishment: When the two are in balance, the ecological footprint is neither positive nor negative, indicating a net zero system. In coordination with the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Hydrologist and the GBI NetZero Project Lead/Data Analyst, the NetZero Project Technician will use designated protocols to audit targeted buildings for energy- and water-use. Baseline data will also be considered to determine trends and differences among buildings/facilities through time. The NetZero project will produce recommendations for environmental conservation measures to reduce water and energy footprints, thereby reducing its climate-change footprint. *Compensation and Timeline* - Wage: $15.00/hour - Timeline: 10-week appointment, beginning upon availability - Full-time, up to 40 hours per week *Location* The Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, located throughout the state of Nevada and a small portion of eastern California, comprises over 6 million acres, making it the largest National Forest in the lower 48 states. The duty station for this position is the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Supervisor’s Office located in Sparks, NV. *Qualifications* - Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science/Studies, Environmental Engineering or allied field; - Experience in following detailed protocols for data collection; - Experience in water- and/or energy-use audits preferred; - Familiarity with standard building infrastructure and associated water and energy systems preferred; - Experience in use of the MicroSoft Office suite of software, including Excel, Access, and Word, as well as graphics software; - Experience in use of ArcGIS software and technologies for mapping and other applications; - Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including experience in public speaking and technical writing; - Excellent organizational skills; - Ability to work productively both independently and as part of a team; and - Possess a clean, valid, state-issued driver’s license. *How to Apply* Qualified and interested applicants should forward a cover letter, résumé, and list of three professional references to Amy Gladding, GBI HR Coordinator, at [email protected]. Please include where you found the position posted. Incomplete applications will not be considered. No phone inquiries, please. We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit Retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination.
