Natural Resources
Coastal Management
Environmental Policy
* (posted 2021/07/16, listed until 2021/08/20)
| Position ID: | Cornell-NYSSeaGrant-OUTREACHCOORDINATORELMSFORD [#18968, WDR-00027034] |
| Position Title: | Sustainable and Resilient Community Extension Educator (New York Sea Grant); Elmsford, New York |
| Position Type: | Other |
| Position Location: | Elmsford, New York 10523, United States [map] |
| Subject Areas: | Marine Sciences Natural Resources Coastal Management Environmental Policy |
| Appl Deadline: | 2021/08/20 11:59PM* (posted 2021/07/16, listed until 2021/08/20) |
| Position Description: | |
Sustainable and Resilient Community Extension Educator Extension Associate New York Sea Grant College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Cornell University Elmsford, New York The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) at Cornell embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented identities to apply. CALS is a pioneer of purpose-driven science and Cornell University’s second-largest college. We work across disciplines to tackle the challenges of our time through world-renowned research, education, and outreach. The questions we probe and the answers we seek focus on three overlapping concerns: natural and human systems; food, energy and environmental resources; and social, physical, and economic well-being. New York Sea Grant (NYSG), one of the largest of the state Sea Grant programs, is a cooperative program of the State University of New York (SUNY) and Cornell University. Residents of New York State depend on our coasts for ports and marinas, trade and recreation, and their contribution to economic and environmental sustainability. NYSG is currently “making a difference” by supporting about 45 important research and outreach projects on issues such as shoreline protection, fisheries, aquatic invasive species, water quality, and harmful algal blooms. What You Will Do You will provide leadership in the extension and outreach programming and tools that are developed, implemented and evaluated based on the needs of stakeholders. Provide guidance and training to communities related to planning and permitting processes to achieve sustainability and resilience goals and help access funding/grants for implementation (e.g., required Hazard Mitigation Plans, Emergency Operations/Management Plans, related coastal management plans as appropriate). Coordinate with the other extension professionals in both Connecticut and New York to efficiently and effectively achieve the goals of the Long Island Sound Study (LISS). Other responsibilities include:
This position is full-time and will be located in Elmsford, New York. This is a one-year appointment with possible extension depending on funding and performance. What We Need We are looking for individuals who excel at building relationships with multiple stakeholders to identify and address stakeholder needs and translates science-based research. In this role, you will engage with and provide education and outreach for local governments and LISS coastal communities to increase awareness of sustainability and resilience. Additionally, we need applicants who have:
If you possess these experiences and skills, this may be the role for you! There are a few other qualifications that we would view as incredibly helpful in this role, including:
Rewards and Benefits We hope you appreciate great benefits. Cornell receives national recognition as an award-winning workplace for our health, well-being, sustainability, and diversity initiatives.
To apply: Qualified candidates should submit a short cover letter, curriculum vitae, contact information for three references, and a statement
of contribution to diversity, equity and inclusion via the website. Applications must be submitted by August 20, 2021. For a full position description, go to https://seagrant.sunysb.edu/articles/r/23327 or contact Pat Hoyt via email prh22@cornell.edu or phone at 607-255-2832. Three positions are available for New York Sea Grant. You must apply for each position that interests you. Please be advised that there are two similar positions for Connecticut Sea Grant. For more information, please go to: https://seagrant.uconn.edu. College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Life. Changing. Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students, and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose and contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery, and engagement. Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University’s heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations. Employment Assistance: If you require an accommodation for a disability in order to complete an employment application or to participate in the recruiting process, you are encouraged to contact Cornell University's Department of Inclusion and Workforce Diversity at voice (607) 255-3976, fax (607) 255-7481, or email at owdi@cornell.edu. For general questions about the position or the application process, please contact the Recruiter listed in the job posting. Applicants that do not have internet access are encouraged to visit your local library, or local Department of Labor. You may also visit the office of Workforce Recruitment and Retention Monday - Friday between the hours of 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. to use a dedicated workstation to complete an online application. Notice to Applicants: Please read the required Notice to Applicants statement by clicking here. This notice contains important information about applying for a position at Cornell as well as some of your rights and responsibilities as an applicant. EEO Statement: Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University’s heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations. Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students, and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose, and contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery, and engagement. |
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