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Job Ref:	Job Code 56
Employer:	Ross & Associates Environmental Consulting, Ltd..
City:	Seattle
State/Province:	WA
Country:	United States
Type of Employment:	Full Time
Environmental Categories:	Other Policy Government
Industries:	Other/Not Classified Management Consulting Services Internet Services Government and Military Computer/IT Services
Required Education:	Bachelors Degree
Required Work Experience:	1 to 2 years

Job Description:

Environmental Consultant

Environmental Information and Policy Support

Ross & Associates Environmental Consulting, Ltd. (www.ross-assoc.com) is looking for a talented, committed, creative individual to contribute to our team of environmental consultants. Are you a good writer? Can you quickly assimilate data and concepts? Do you have the skills to effectively summarize and present complex discussions? Do you have a basic understanding of environmental issues facing our nation today? Are you able to use technology to conduct your work? If this sounds like you, please consider submitting a resume to join our firm.

We provide a broad range of support to local, state and federal environmental agencies and not-for-profit organizations. We conduct research, perform evaluations, develop policies, produce publications, support decision-making processes, and build Web sites to contribute to our clients’ ability to more effectively protect and conserve the environment and address key environmental concerns. We are seeking to hire a full-time, entry-level consultant to join our existing support team for the Environmental Information Exchange Network (www.exchangenetwork.net) and other projects.

General Responsibilities

Support diverse teams working on policy/program development for new and ongoing information management issues related to state and federal environmental programs
Collaborate with internal staff and outside clients to research, evaluate, document, and communicate complex information management and environmental policy issues
Develop and maintain innovative Web 2.0, content management, and social networking solutions to increase participation in and understanding of ongoing projects, e.g., MediaWiki, podcasting, blogging, SharePoint, and webcasting
Assist in the preparation of clearly and accurately written documents, presentations, and reports
Support all aspects of teleconference and meeting preparation and facilitation, including preparing meeting agendas, summaries, and background materials
Communicate regularly and establish rapport with clients including state and federal officials
Track and communicate about multiple, complex, technical and non-technical issues and processes to a wide variety of audiences

Required Qualifications

BA/BS degree in environmental policy, information management, economics, natural sciences or related field
Demonstrated interest in environmental policy and familiarity with U.S. environmental programs
Strong interest in information management and technology, specifically new Internet-based technologies for exchanging and communicating information
Strong analytic, problem-solving, organizational, and planning skills
Strong communications and interpersonal skills
Ability to work as part of a team
Ability to work under tight timelines with multiple and overlapping tasks and to work in situations requiring self-direction and initiative
Familiarity with standard office software applications such as MS Word, Powerpoint, Outlook, and Excel
1-3 years work experience

Desired Qualifications

Understanding of information management concepts and challenges, including data standardization, system integration, and the application lifecycle
Familiarity with PHP, MediaWiki, .NET, and/or JavaScript
Experience in basic sound editing or podcast recording
Experience with virtual conference or webcasting
Conceptual understanding of web services, XML, and/or related internet technologies
Familiarity with small group facilitation methods

TO APPLY:

Submit: a cover letter referencing Job Code 56 and addressing your interests and qualifications, and a resume to: Hiring Committee: personnel@ross-assoc.com (electronic resumes only) Priority will be given to applications received by February 4^th, 2010. Benefits offered include health insurance, holidays, and leave. Ross & Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Post Date:

01/21/2010

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