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-> JOB -- POLICY MGR -- SRTS NAT'L PARTNERSHIP

The non-profit Bikes Belong Foundation is looking for an energetic and dynamic professional with at least 4-5 years proven success in a senior advocacy/policy/legislative position to work with the Safe Routes to School (SRTS) National Partnership as its Policy Manager. The Policy Manager will work from a home office in Washington DC on government relations, lobbying, policy research and analysis, and report writing to advance the SRTS national movement. Applicants who live outside of Washington DC will be considered if they will move to DC by September 2008.

For more information on applying, go to the Safe Routes to School National Partnership's website: http://tinyurl.com/3b9vbz

-> JOB -- SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL COORDINATOR -- VTRANS

The Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Coordinator oversees and implements all aspects of the Federal SRTS program for the Vermont Agency of Transportation (VTrans). The SRTS program has a goal of increasing the number of K-8 students who walk or ride bicycles to and from school. The SRTS coordinator works in close collaboration with the VTrans Bicycle and Pedestrian Program and with other sections with VTrans.

Primary duties include the development, dissemination and administration/oversight of grants to schools, municipalities and non-profit organizations who are implementing eligible SRTS projects. The Coordinator works with grantees, consultants, other VTrans sections and external stakeholders to successfully implement the program. The coordinator may provide training, administrative and technical assistance to grantees so that their efforts are successful. The coordinator maintains a relationship with print and other media outlets to promote the program.

The coordinator is also responsible for financial oversight of the program, including review and approval of grantee invoices, overall program budget and allocation of the federal funds in accordance with the parameters of the program set by the Federal Highway Administration. The coordinator represents the SRTS program for VTrans and must be proficient in providing information in public settings outside of VTrans, in addition to having excellent skills in verbal and written communication.

Candidates must apply online at the Vermont Department of Human Resources (DHR) website:
http://tinyurl.com/4r2ez7

This Safe Routes to School Coordinator position, Ref # 24621 is open to all internal and external applicants.

Your application/resume should describe any experience you have in the following:

- Planning, design or implementation of bicycle and pedestrian facilities.
- Facilitating public meetings and or workshops to explain technical and administrative details of a grant program to potential applicants.
- Direct experience with schools, local governments or non-profit organizations.
- Initiating new activities and events to implement the overall goals of a program.

-> JOB -- ACTIVE LIVING COORDINATOR -- CRIM FITNESS FDN
Full-time, salary position

DESCRIPTION
Work to expand the Crim Fitness Foundation's capacity to implement environmental and policy change related to active living. Coordinate local efforts to increase active transportation in Flint and Genesee County (MI). Provide technical assistance for the grant-funded Safe and Active Flint (SAF) project and the Sage and Active Genesee for Everyone (SAGE) initiative.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
B.A., B.S., or higher degree in Communication, Health-Related or Urban Planning field of study. Experience in program management preferred. Research or experience related to undeserved communities. Knowledge of active living initiatives. Strong coalition-building skills.

See complete job description here:
http://tinyurl.com/69thyz

Contact:
Crim Fitness Foundation
ATTN: Polly Sheppard
(810) 235-7894
452 S. Saginaw Street, Suite 1
Flint, MI 48502
or via email to: <psheppard@flint.org>

-> JOB -- CAMPAIGN DIRECTOR -- COAL. FOR SMARTER GROWTH

The Montgomery Countryside Alliance, in collaboration with the Coalition for Smarter Growth, seeks a new Campaign Director to manage its programs in rural Montgomery County, Maryland. The Campaign Director position fulfills one of the most interesting and proactive smart growth roles in our region, connecting rural conservation with the need for effective urban and suburban revitalization.

The job is based in Washington, DC and the salary range is dependent on experience and includes a generous benefits package. A full description is available at: http://tinyurl.com/6z9ng8

To apply, please email a letter outlining your interest and qualifications along with a resume, and 1-2 work samples (testimony, newsletter, marketing or other written materials) to: <jobs@smartergrowth.net>

-> JOB -- BIKE, PED, TRAIL PLANNER -- SCOTTSDALE, AZ

The City of Scottsdale recently added two new positions to focus on trails, bikeways, and pedestrian facilities. I was the successful candidate for the Principal Transportation Planner position and now need to fill my previous slot and add a trails planner. Our team will be implementing the projects identified in our 2008 Transportation Master Plan and 2004 Trails Master Plan. Our current 5-year Capital Improvement Project includes $48.2 million for bicycle and pedestrian projects, more than $40/person/year, putting us in the same group as those highly touted European cities. If you would like to work for a Bicycle Friendly Community that "gets it", please click on the links below. -- Reed Kempton

http://tinyurl.com/6y2lb7
http://tinyurl.com/5z5egm

-> COOP AGREEMENT OPPORTUNITY -- ENHANCEMENTS INFO CTR -- FHWA

The Federal Highway Administration has released a Cooperative Agreement opportunity to administer an Information Center for Transportation Enhancement Activities. This is a Full and Open Competition. The information is available at
http://tinyurl.com/6dpxv5

-> JOB -- BIKE PROGRAM COORDINATOR -- STANFORD UNIV.

The Bicycle Program Coordinator position reports to the Director of Parking & Transportation Services. The coordinator's responsibilities are varied and include: develop and implement programs to encourage bicycle use; coordinate cyclist input to improve the cycling environment; promote bicycle safety, including regular presentations to student groups; coordinate and/or provide input on campus bicycle-related changes; oversee campus-wide bicycle registration program; and develop and maintain elements of campus bicycle security program. In addition, the incumbent will be assisting the director with a variety of complex issues, analyzing utilization data, and supporting the Office of Parking & Transportation Services in a variety of tasks. The salary range is $54,000 to $85,000.

The vacancy listing appears at http://tinyurl.com/y2rltg
Enter 29925 (the job ID number) in the Keyword Search box.

-> JOB -- GREENWAY+GREEN BLDG COORD. -- SUSTAINABLE S. BRONX

The Greenway and Green Building Coordinator will be an experienced and creative planning professional, capable of developing, implementing and leading comprehensive greenway and green building programs. This person will also be responsible for enhancing the public profile and revenue generating activities of these programs to support Sustainable South Bronx (SSBx) and report to Executive Director.

QUALIFICATIONS:
This position requires a Bachelor's Degree and 1+ experience. The candidate must have a keen understanding of how to project manage and research. The candidate must also have strong familiarity tree maintenance, green building technologies, and sustainability. The ideal candidate will have a compelling vision related to urban development, environmental justice and the environment, and be able to utilize and motivate those around her/him. Candidates from the South Bronx are STRONGLY encouraged to apply.

OPERATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
In collaboration with relevant government agencies, private interests, and non-profit partners:

- Advance the implementation of the South Bronx Greenway ("SBG") Master Plan;
- Advocate for appropriate public capital investments in support of local environmental initiatives, with a focus on projects related to the NYC DEP Sewage Treatment Facility expansion;
- Implement the Hunts Point Forestry Plan, with a focus on securing large-scale funding for street tree planting and stewardship through the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority;
- Foster a local culture of urban environmental stewardship through public information campaigns, training sessions, and other organizing activities;
- Market and manage a fee-based Small Business Sustainability audit and certification consultancy.

**For complete job announcement** go to: http://tinyurl.com/6drm7l

If you have any questions please contact Annette Williams; phone: (718) 617-4668x26; email: <annettewilliams@ssbx.org> or James Chase; email: <givechase@gmail.com>. They work for Sustainable South Bronx.

Please send a resume, cover page, references and salary history in one document with your first initial and last name contained in the file name (example: jdoe-resume.doc) to <mcraytor@ssbx.org>, with the subject line "Greenway Green-Build position."

-> JOB -- EXEC. DIR. -- NAPLES PATHWAY COALITION

Naples Pathways Coalition, Inc. of Collier Co., Florida, seeks a halftime staff person to lead and grow the organization, with the opportunity to expand the position to full-time as fundraising success permits. Responsibilities include policy work, public education and media advocacy, fundraising, and outreach and organizing throughout the greater Collier County area. The position presents a great opportunity to play a critical role in transforming southwest Florida into a more healthy and sustainable region.

Job description: http://tinyurl.com/3xyxjc
Website: http://tinyurl.com/2ef32j