Posted by Brian on October 19, 2018 · Leave a Comment
Seeking Part-Time Executive Director for Environmental Non-Profit in Wayne County, PA
SEEDS (Sustainable Energy Education & Development Support) of Northeastern PA is seeking a part-time Executive Director to continue its mission of promoting energy efficiency, renewable energy and sustainable living in our region. The Executive Director is responsible for overseeing the administration of the organization and its fundraising, and reports to the SEEDS volunteer Board of Directors. The ED may be involved in programing and the strategic direction of the organization.
Qualifications
- Transparent and high integrity leadership;
- Understanding and passion for sustainability, especially sustainable energy and energy efficiency;
- Experience managing and successfully completing projects;
- Experience budgeting, grant-writing, fundraising, and fiscal planning;
- Excellent written and verbal skills; strong public speaking skills; and experience with print, radio, online, and social media;
- Strong leadership and team-building skills; and also able to work independently;
- Experience collaborating with other organizations and inspiring and mobilizing volunteers;
- Degree in social sciences, environmental sciences, journalism, humanities or other related fields is strongly preferred, as this position is the very public face of a reputable community benefit organization.
Position offers part time salary, based on experience, flexible work hours and some telecommuting hours. The SEEDS office is located in Honesdale, PA. To apply, please send cover letter, resume and writing sample by 11/9/18 to kathy@seedsgroup.net. SEEDS is an equal opportunity employer.
Jocelyn Cramer
Executive Director of SEEDS
Sustainable Energy Education and Development Support
www.SeedsGroup.net
(570) 245 – 1256
Links
- Training for Professionals – http://online-training-courses.info/index.php/categories/professional
Filed under Alternative Energy, Children's Health, Community Health, Environmental Health, environmental politics, grants, solar energy, stewardship, sustainability, Wayne County · Tagged with energy efficiency, Executive Director, honesdale, journalism, renewable energy, SEEDS, Sustainable energy education, sustainable living
Posted by Brian on October 12, 2018 · Leave a Comment
Please join Our Pocono Waters Campaign for a panel discussion about clean streams in the Poconos and the economic, environmental, and recreational benefits they provide for the region.
When: Tuesday, Oct. 30
Time: 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: East Stroudsburg University
Innovation and Entrepreneur Center
562 Independence Road
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
Our first panel will explain and demystify streams regulations in Pennsylvania, including:
- Robert Weber – Unassessed Waters Coordinator for PA Fish and Boat Commission
- Paul B. Wilson, Ph.D. – Assistant Professor of Biology at East Stroudsburg University
The second panel will focus on everyday resident and recreational uses of streams, including:
- Gary Bloss – Local Business, Josie Porter Farms
- Fred Gender – Poconos Angler
- Chuck Gould – Chestnut Hill Township Supervisor
- Gary Leander – Poconos Canoeist
This is an opportunity to learn about the meaning of “exceptional value” streams and how they benefit our region. There will also be time for you to ask questions about how clean streams regulations benefit you.
Our Pocono Waters Campaign is unifying the community while educating citizens, business leaders, and local leaders about the importance of protecting “Exceptional Value” (EV) streams, highlighting the many ways in which clean streams and economic development coexist in a region known for its natural beauty and booming tourism industry. Clean streams are at the heart of the Poconos where 80 percent of the state’s “EV” streams are located, primarily in Monroe, Pike, and Wayne counties. For more information visit www.ourpoconowaters.org
How to Protect Your Groundwater Resources and Drinking Water
- Get your water tested.
- Download our free phone app – KnowYourH20?
- Get a Community Hazard Report
- Purchase Our Booklet on PA Groundwater Quality
- One Link – The Keystone Clean Water Team Store – Visit Us.
Other Online Training Opportunities
Basic Groundwater Movement
Environmental Issues related to Fracking
Stream Ecology- Stream Restoration
Filed under city water testing, Community Health, environmental education, exceptional value streams, Global Warming, Groundwater, Homeowner, Monroe County, Pike County, private well water testing, riparian zones · Tagged with exceptional value streams, groundwater, hunting fishing, Monroe, pike county, Poconos, poconos water campaign, private wells, ripairian zones, stream restoriataion, well water
Posted by Brian on September 30, 2018 · Leave a Comment
After working in the field of environmental education, conservation, and management as an educator and a licensed professional, it is my professional opinion that the long-term solution to effective environmental protection comes through not just awareness programs, but workforce development programs. When individuals and families are supported by stable growing and expanding careers we have the opportunity and luxury of getting them to take a moment to think about how their choices impacts the community, other citizens, and the environment. After 30+ years of attending workshops, fairs, and other educational events, I have found that the bigger barrier to positive change does not come through “progress”, “fear-mongering”, or “shame”, but through environmental education and workforce development opportunities. At one event, there was a group of kids at a presentation that were not paying attention. Rather than asking them to stop, I said the following “Boy that Presenter seems lame”, they all said “Yeah”, I then said it is rather strange, because I pay him over $ 50,000 per year, but he knows his stuff. The kids were shocked that this guy that was dressed in jeans, ratty hair, and to be honest looked like a “nerd” made that kind of money. I had 75% of the kids, stop talking and pay attention for the rest of the presentation. In fact, three of the kids asked questions, and 1 stayed to here the presentation again.
Note: You do not have to change all, but if you can get their attention and change one – this is a Win!.
As a kid, I played in mine spoils, acid mine drainage, and when the streets would flood, I got my inter-tube. Then I did not know, the flooding in the streets meant the stormwater and sewage water piping were backing up and creating a pond of contaminated water in the streets. Also, my parents did not know this either, but I had fun. Now I did grow up in a mining town and I did graduate high school with a 5 grade reading level, it was not the “Sky is Falling”, “Global Cooling”, or “Fears of Over-Population”, that sparked by interest in the environment is was the Boy Scouts, mentoring with individuals that loved their job, career, and were passionate about their communities. Through mentoring and Scouting, I learn a respect for the environment and my fellow man, self reliance, and skills in leadership and planning and earned the honor of being an Eagle Scout.
Note: Yes, I graduate from high school with a 5th grade level of reading and writing and I found this out in college. I was diagnosed with dyslexia in college. It was hard getting a BS and MS degree and then working in a professional that requires me to write reports, but I did it. Why? Because I found my weaknesses and did not avoid them, but took them head on and started pushing the boulders up and over the hill.
We are in a world today that appears to be in a bit of a mess, but it has been worse. From my experience, the following has been some of the biggest weaknesses on the education side of the issue. In my classes, I use a method called POT. POT is good. In the case of career training and workforce development, this means prepare (start pushing the boulder up hill), observe (your situation/weaknesses), and translate (put into action). We need to stop blaming others and begin to work together, this means solid self reflection and being willing to offer a “hand-up” not a “hand-out”. I never learned to fish, but I did learn how to take care of myself, family, and community in other ways. If a short stocky kid can push boulders up and over the hill, so can anyone else.
Some of my first steps – Prepare (I have provided links to training programs that seem to be on-point).
Reading / Writing Issues
Reading/ Writing – If you have a problem reading and writing – get help. When I was 16 yrs old there was no online education that was visual now there are a lot of programs. I might recommend the following: Ready, Set, Read! – This is a class for teachers that helps teach others to read. This will help identify issues and challenges.
Reading – If you need to speed up your reading, Try Merrill Ream Speed Reading.
Start a Introduction to Journaling.
Reading/Writing/and Speaking – Start a Blogging and Podcasting for Beginners.
Math
Math Skills- Try the Math Refresher Course.
Resume and Job Search
Try the Resume Writing Workshop.
Job Search – Try Twelve Steps to a Successful Job Search.
Read
In this climate, I would suggest reading some of the classics like 1984, Fahrenheit 451, Hitchhikers Guide the Galaxy, Gulliver’s Travels, and any book written by Mark Levin, Bill O’Reilly, or Mark Twain (others). If you have a reading problem like I did, I would start with comic books, reading out loud, and any book about the Knights of the Round Table. This is where I started when I was in college. If you have a reading problem, you may want to look into public speaking and debate. You may find this is a strength and now there are lots of audio books.
Note: I did not recommend any inspirational authors – inspiration comes from faith, yourself, and family. Start looking in the mirror and take a hard look at yourself. You can do it.
If you are past this issue and need training in a workforce development career – I would recommend trying 360 Training.
I know this is a bit off topic – but please bare with me. The next article will focus on Preparing Study Habits/Learning/ Supporting Yourself and than an introduction to Observe. Observe will be more about learning about YOU/Yourself.
Safe Journey!
Second Thought – A book I would recommend reading.
Posted by Brian on September 29, 2018 · Leave a Comment
“On Friday, September 28, 2018 Facebook said that an attack on its computer network had exposed the personal information of nearly 50 million users.The attackers exploited the “View As” feature that allows users to see their Facebook page the way someone else would. This could allow the attackers to take over Facebook accounts. Facebook has fixed this issue and informed law enforcement. They also do not know if the affected accounts were misused or if user information was actually accessed. Make sure you are getting everything your ID Theft membership has to offer.”
Maybe it is time to Hack Proof Your Life
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Identify Protection Services
1. Life Lock
2. USA GOvt on ID Theft
How to Protect Yourself
Follow these steps to prevent tax identity theft:
Do
File your income taxes early in the season, before a thief can file taxes in your name. Also, Keep an eye out for any IRS letter or notice that states:
- More than one tax return was filed using your Social Security number.
- You owe additional tax, you have had a tax refund offset, or you have had collection actions taken against you for a year you did not file a tax return.
- IRS records indicate you received wages from an employer unknown to you.
Don’t
Also – I might suggest switching to Duck Duck Go for Search.
Note: May Want to Sign Up for Ebates – A lot of extra discounts