[SusDet Announce] Job Announcement: Research Analyst/Advocate, Ecology Center Clean Car Campaign

[Lacey Doucet]

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>>> Job Announcement
>>>
>>> Research Analyst/Advocate, Ecology Center Clean Car Campaign
>>>  The Ecology Center is seeking a talented person to help coordinate 
>>> research and advocacy efforts to reduce the environmental impacts 
>>> from automobiles.
>>>   
>>>  Organization
>>>  The Ecology Center is a Michigan-based environmental organization 
>>> that works for a safe and healthy environment where people live, 
>>> work, and play. Founded in 1970, the Ecology Center has 
>>> approximately 6,000 members and supporters, 12 staff persons, 
>>> several part-time consultants and interns, and an 11-person Board of 
>>> Directors.  In recent years, the Ecology Center has led successful 
>>> campaigns to close down Michigan's medical waste incinerators, 
>>> improve the environmental performance of the auto industry, and save 
>>> thousands of acres of working farms and valuable natural areas. The 
>>> Ecology Center is the parent organization of Recycle Ann Arbor, also 
>>> a nonprofit organization, which operates the premier recycling 
>>> program in the state of Michigan.
>>>   
>>>  Job Responsibilities
>>>  The Research Analyst/Advocate will work with senior Clean Car 
>>> Campaign staff to conduct critical research and carryout advocacy 
>>> campaigns aimed at reducing the environmental impacts of automobile 
>>> production, use and disposal.  Major current initiatives include: 
>>> the Ecology Center’s Green Machines campaign to promote 
>>> fuel-efficient technologies and sustainably-grown, next generation 
>>> renewable fuels; our Healthy Car campaign to inform consumers about 
>>> vehicles made with fewer toxic materials; promotion of greener 
>>> practices within the automotive supply chain, such as the use of 
>>> lead-free wheel balancing weights and bio-based plastics; and 
>>> encouraging producer responsibility at vehicle end-of-life.
>>>   
>>>  The Research Analyst/Advocate will:
>>>         •       coordinate research activities
>>>         •       design public education and advocacy     campaigns
>>>         •       prepare reports and outreach materials
>>>         •       make public presentations
>>>         •       build and strengthen coalitions with campaign allies
>>>         •       publicize key issues in the media.
>>>  Qualifications
>>>  Advanced degree in engineering or other technical field highly 
>>> desireable; experience in grassroots organizing, political, policy, 
>>> legal, journalistic, or government settings; strong analytical, 
>>> writing and communication skills, and ability to communicate 
>>> technical information to the general public; ability to successfully 
>>> network with individuals and organizations in designated project 
>>> areas;
>>>  familiarity with or willingness to undertake cutting edge internet 
>>> advocacy; well-organized, self-motivated, and ability to work 
>>> independently; passionate about protecting public health and the 
>>> environment, and tenacious in the face of challenges.
>>>   
>>>  Compensation
>>>  Salary is commensurate with relevant professional experience.  The 
>>> Ecology Center offers generous benefits, including medical, dental, 
>>> four weeks vacation, and retirement.
>>>   
>>>  To Apply
>>>  Please send a cover letter, resume, and a current writing sample by 
>>> email to jobs at ecocenter.org. Alternatively, please fax to (734) 
>>> 663-2414, or mail to Ecology Center, 117 N. Division, Ann Arbor, MI  
>>> 48104.  For more information, please call (734) 761-3186.
>>>   
>>>  Application Deadline
>>>  Please apply before September 28, 2007.  Applications received 
>>> prior to September 28 will be given priority, but we will continue 
>>> to receive applications until the position is filled.
>>>   
>>>   
>>>  The Ecology Center is an equal opportunity employer.  Women, 
>>> minorities, and people of diverse cultural backgrounds are strongly 
>>> encouraged to apply.

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