IT Systems Engineer - New York, New York, United States

IT Systems Engineer

Tracking Code

375-427

Job Description

The Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) is the nation's most effective environmental action organization. We use law, science and the support of 1.4 million members and online activists to protect the planet's wildlife and wild places and to ensure a safe and healthy environment for all living things. NRDC was founded in 1970, and our staff helped write some of America's bedrock environmental laws. Today, our staff of more than 430 lawyers, scientists, economists, policy and communications experts, and others work out of offices in New York, Washington, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Montana and Beijing.

Position Summary

The Systems Engineer’s role is to ensure the stability, integrity, and efficient operation of the information systems that support core organizational functions. This is achieved by monitoring, maintaining, supporting, and optimizing local and wide-area networks, core systems, and associated operating systems. The Systems Engineer will apply proven communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills to help identify, communicate, and resolve issues. In addition, this role is responsible for organizing highly complex activities for IT implementation of infrastructure project initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Day-to-day management of server systems and network infrastructure.
• Design, build, configure, implement, maintain and provide support of Cisco, VMware, SAN Storage, Microsoft Windows server systems and backend business applications.
• Manage and support internet facing infrastructure.
• Install, configure, maintain and test server hardware, handle all phases of migrations and upgrades.
• Support anti-spam, web filtering and remote access solutions.
• Identify and script solutions for efficiency and to proactively improve the corporate infrastructure.
• Develop, implement and follow system standards, policies and procedures.
• Provide 24 x 7 on-call support on a rotational basis.
• Maintain awareness of and evaluate forward looking technologies.
• Create and maintain infrastructure diagrams and documentation.
• Ongoing knowledge sharing and peer training.
• Act as an escalation point for matters concerning server and network infrastructure.
• Work closely with colleagues to develop client solutions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of direct engineering and design experience expertise in creating repeatable, reliable, secure, scalable  applications and systems, with fault tolerance, performance tuning, monitoring systems, statistics/metrics collection, and disaster recovery.
• Excellent communication and strong interpersonal skills needed to team well with peers, customers, PMO project managers, and vendors.
• Cisco, Juniper, VMware, Citrix, SharePoint, Lync, BES, Dynamics GP.
• Active Directory 2003/2008, MS Exchange 2007/2010, PowerShell, Terminal Services, Backup Exec, MPLS, VoIP, QoS.
• Group Policies, Security configuration and OS patching.
• Windows Clustering (MSSQL, Exchange) , High Availability, backups and disaster recovery.
• Systems Inventory and Configuration Management.
• Strong ability to troubleshoot complex issues and provide solutions quickly.
• Ability to learn new things quickly, and need minimal direction.
• A high degree of creative ability, analytical and technical skills and independent judgment/decision making.
• Good strategic planning, project management, organizational and time management skills to handle multiple complex enterprise-scale complex projects simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to articulate issues, direction, requirements and priorities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or IT is highly desired.

NRDC is committed to workplace diversity and inclusion. We are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and a pleasant working environment. Salary is based on a nonprofit scale and commensurate with experience.

To apply, please create a profile and upload your resume and cover letter. Please no phone calls, emails, faxes or in-person resume drop-offs. Please reference where you saw this posting. NRDC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you are having technical difficulty while applying, please reach out to Customer Care by dialing 1-866-927-2472.

For further information about NRDC, please visit www.nrdc.org

Job Location

New York, New York, United States

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

Climate Research and Policy Director - Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Climate Research and Policy Director

Tracking Code

373-427

Job Description

The Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) is the nation's most effective environmental action organization. We use law, science and the support of 1.3 million members and online activists to protect the planet's wildlife and wild places and to ensure a safe and healthy environment for all living things. NRDC was founded in 1970 and our staff played a major role in shaping some of America's bedrock environmental laws, including the Clean Air Act, and many of the implementing regulations; our air pollution cases played a major role shaping current clean air policy throughout the country. Today, our staff of more than 430 lawyers, scientists, economists, policy and communications experts, and others, work out of offices in New York, Washington, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Livingston, Montana and Beijing.

Position Summary: 

NRDC is seeking a Climate Research and Policy Director to work with the Climate and Clean Air program in our Washington, DC office. We are seeking a candidate with expertise in energy systems analysis, climate science, and climate policy. 

Responsibilities: 

• Design and direct energy systems research and analysis relating to NRDC’s federal, state, and international climate protection and clean energy priorities; 
• Manage a staff of research analysts and advocates; 
• Shape and advocate policies for regulatory, legislative, and other actions to limit the carbon pollution that is driving dangerous climate change; 
• Engage in external representation and advocacy including: representing NRDC in coalitions; engaging with government officials and stakeholders from industry and other sectors; testifying before Congress and agencies; and speaking to media and in other public forums to spread NRDC’s climate policy and science messages;         
• Staying up-to-date on recent climate science research summarizing key findings for public dissemination.

Qualifications: 

• Ph.D. or M.S. degree in energy analysis, climate policy and science, or another relevant field;
• At least ten years work experience in energy or climate environmental field;
• At least five years of relevant experience developing and demonstrating the knowledge and skills described below:
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
  • Ability to distill and summarize recent climate science research;
  • Ability to lead, manage, and participate on teams that work collaboratively toward shared outcomes;
  • Ability to design and direct climate/energy policy research and analysis;
  • Ability to quickly analyze complex scientific and technical material;
  • Ability to analyze complex, ambiguous problems by figuring out what to calculate, not just how to calculate;
  • Ability to sift and synthesize large amounts of information to identify key elements;
  • Ability to determine priorities strategically;
  • Authoritative leadership presence;
  • Ability to engage and influence business, civic and nonprofit leaders. 

NRDC is committed to workplace diversity and inclusion. We are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and a pleasant working environment. Salary is based on a nonprofit scale and commensurate with experience.

To apply, please create a profile and upload your resume and cover letter. Please no phone calls, emails, faxes or in-person resume drop-offs. Please reference where you saw this posting. NRDC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you are having technical difficulty while applying, please reach out to Customer Care by dialing 1-866-927-2472.

For further information about NRDC, please visit www.nrdc.org

Job Location

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

Human Resources Partner - New York, New York, United States

Human Resources Partner

Tracking Code

361-427

Job Description

The Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) is the nation's most effective environmental action organization. We use law, science and the support of 1.4 million members and online activists to protect the planet's wildlife and wild places and to ensure a safe and healthy environment for all living things.   NRDC was founded in 1970 and our staff helped write some of America's bedrock environmental laws, including the Clean Water Act, and many of the implementing regulations; our water enforcement cases played a major role shaping current water policy throughout the country. Today, our staff of more than 430 lawyers, scientists, economists, policy and communications experts, and others, work out of offices in New York, Washington, Chicago, Santa Monica, San Francisco, Bozeman, and Beijing.

Position Summary:

As a member of our 11 person HR team, you will provide HR generalist support in recruiting, employee relations, compensation, benefits and policy administration, and, other relevant areas to exceptional individuals in one or more client groups. You will take the lead with your client(s) on NRDC’s yearly salary increases, promotions, objective setting, and performance management processes. You will work with your clients and with HR colleagues who have functional responsibilities and expertise in various HR disciplines and you may take the lead in a functional area, as well. Effective communication and information sharing among all is essential.

You will be part of (and may take the lead on) organization-wide HR projects including the on-going introduction or strengthening of HR best practices. Functional experience in one or more areas of HR and in project management is strongly desired.

You will be the face and voice of HR to your clients and responsible for surfacing client information and needs to the HR team.

Required skills:

The HR Partner will bring at least 10 years HR professional experience in recruiting, employee relations and policy administration to NRDC. Functional experience in one or more areas of HR is a plus. Experience in developing and implementing training and development programs is required.

The successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal, customer service, leadership, and organization skills. He or she will work collaboratively and independently, as required, and will assert functional leadership and influence to communicate ideas, proposals, and decisions (in writing and orally) in a professional and effective manner.

The HR Partner will complete projects and respond to clients and colleagues in a timely manner, demonstrate initiative and have the ability to assess situations holistically and with the “big picture” in mind. He or she will have the ability to wear both a functional and generalist “hat.”

 A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Human Resources, nonprofit management, business administration, or other discipline is required. HR certification, e.g., SPHR, is a plus.

NRDC is committed to workplace diversity and inclusion.  We are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.  We offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and a pleasant working environment. Salary is based on a nonprofit scale and commensurate with experience.

To apply, please create a profile and upload your cover letter and resume. Please, no phone calls, faxes, or resume drop offs. Please reference where you saw this posting. NRDC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

If you are having technical difficulty while applying, please reach out to Customer Care by dialing 1-866-927-2472.

For further information about NRDC, please visit www.nrdc.org

Job Location

New York, New York, United States

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

Human Resources Partner - San Francisco, California, United States - Natural Resources Defense Council

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Human Resources Partner

Tracking Code

342-427

Job Description

The Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) is the nation's most effective environmental action organization. We use law, science and the support of 1.4 million members and online activists to protect the planet's wildlife and wild places and to ensure a safe and healthy environment for all living things.   NRDC was founded in 1970 and our staff helped write some of America's bedrock environmental laws, including the Clean Water Act, and many of the implementing regulations; our water enforcement cases played a major role shaping current water policy throughout the country. Today, our staff of more than 450 lawyers, scientists, economists, policy and communications experts, and others, work out of offices in New York, Washington, Chicago, Santa Monica, San Francisco, Bozeman, and Beijing.

Position Summary:

As a member of our 11 person HR team, you will provide HR generalist support in recruiting, employee relations, compensation, benefits and policy administration, and, other relevant areas to exceptional individuals in one or more client groups. You will take the lead with your client(s) on NRDC’s yearly salary increase, promotions, objective setting, and performance management processes. You will work with your clients and with HR colleagues who have functional responsibilities and expertise in various HR disciplines and you may take the lead in a functional area, as well. Effective communication and information sharing among all is essential.

You will be part of (and may take the lead on) organization-wide HR projects including the on-going introduction or strengthening of HR best practices. Functional experience in one or more areas of HR and in project management is strongly desired. You will be the face and voice of HR to your clients and responsible for surfacing client information and needs to the HR team.

Required skills:

The SF HR Partner will bring at least 10 years HR professional experience in recruiting, employee relations and policy administration to NRDC. Functional experience in one or more areas of HR is a plus.   Experience in talent management is desired.

The successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal, customer service, leadership, and organization skills. He or she will work collaboratively and independently, as required, and will assert functional leadership and influence to communicate ideas, proposals, and decisions (in writing and orally) in a professional and effective manner.

The SF HR Partner will complete projects and respond to clients and colleagues in a timely manner, demonstrate initiative and have the ability to assess situations holistically and with the “big picture” in mind. He or she will have the ability to wear both a functional and generalist “hat.”

A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Human Resources, nonprofit management, business administration, or other discipline is required. HR certification, e.g., SPHR is a plus.

NRDC is committed to workplace diversity and inclusion.  We are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.  We offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and a pleasant working environment.  Salary is based on a nonprofit scale and commensurate with experience.

To apply, please create a profile and upload your resume and cover letter. No phone calls or faxes, please. Please reference where you saw this posting. NRDC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you are having technical difficulty while applying, please reach out to Customer Care by dialing 1-866-927-2472.

For further information about NRDC, please visit www.nrdc.org

Job Location

San Francisco, California, United States

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

Associate Recruiter/Recruiter, MENA/Afghanistan (6/7)

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Associate Recruiter/Recruiter, MENA/Afghanistan (6/7)
Candidate Search Location:	North America
Location:	Bethesda, Maryland
Job Code:	1842
Description
Job Title/Grade:           Associate Recruiter, MENA/Afghanistan (6) OR Recruiter, MENA/Afghanistan (7) Reports to:                   Senior Recruiter, MENA/Afghanistan Proposal Recruitment Department:                 Business Development Function of the Position: DAI’s Business Development department is seeking a highly motivated and skilled individual with full life cycle recruitment experience and/or other relevant experience in international development to join its Recruitment team. The ideal candidate will be able to recruit individuals for positions identified on proposals and current DAI projects, covering a wide variety of subject matter areas. The Associate Recruiter/ Recruiter will report to the MENA/A Geography Senior Recruiter. Roles and Responsibilities: Lead complex recruitment assignments that require creative applications of knowledge to specific recruitment challenges Work with proposal and hiring managers to develop position descriptions Source appropriate candidates through internal and external networks, industry events, DAI’s internal recruitment database and online electronic resources Follow standardized processes to screen and select the best candidates, ensuring compliance with all governmental and client employment specifications Facilitate decision-making by hiring managers in order to meet hiring deadlines Help proposal teams develop appropriate staffing plans according to proposal requirements Negotiate candidate salaries, benefits and allowances within proposal budget constraints and client regulations Ensure that all staffing documentation submitted with proposals complies with donor specifications (including letters of commitment, references, due diligence, and other proposal documents) Re-write candidates’ CVs to address qualifications required for roles specified in proposals; provide other writing inputs to proposals, as needed Additional responsibilities as deemed necessary Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Grade 6: Minimum of 3 years of professional experience and a Bachelor’s degree, or minimum of 1 year of professional experience and a Master’s degree Grade 7: Minimum of 4 years of professional experience and a Bachelor’s degree, or minimum of 2 years of professional experience and a Master’s degree Experience working in international development, preferably in recruitment, project management, or business development Ability to work effectively in a team environment with only general direction Ability to take responsibility for assignments and report on progress with minimal oversight Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with internal clients and external candidates, both verbally and in writing Strong oral and written communication skills in English Excellent interpersonal and time management skills, and ability to work effectively with diverse teams and handle many tasks simultaneously, often with inflexible deadlines Equivalent combinations of experience and training will be considered Preferred Qualifications: USAID proposal recruitment experience Knowledge of Arabic Supervisory Requirements: None DAI is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a commitment to diversity.  All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.

Associate I/II, Global (5-6) - Bethesda, Maryland - USA - Development Alternatives, Inc. (DAI)

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Associate I/II, Global (5-6)
Candidate Search Location:	North America
Location:	Bethesda, Maryland
Job Code:	1854
Description
Job Title/Grade:           Associate I/II, Global (5-6) Department:                 Delivery, Global Reports to:                   PDT Project Manager Function of the Position: The Associate provides direct administrative and operational support to a portfolio of projects within the Project Delivery Team. Areas of responsibility include coordination of contractual, financial, and general project support tasks as summarized below. Roles and Responsibilities: Financial Management (30%) Responsible for ensuring processing and review of project financial transactions and monthly project invoices.  Creates and/or maintains project budget tool and coordinates data entry from field and home office into project contract budget in advance of modifications.  During realignments, identifies and trouble-shoots issues. Assists home office and field team with quarterly corporate budget forecast review and approval process. Implementation Quality and Client Satisfaction ( 30%) Acts as a liaison to the field for day-to-day problem solving and support.  Independently trouble-shoots common problems and escalates more complex issues to the Manager and follows up until resolved. Coordinates the administrative activities of the project including start-up, recruitment, mobilizing and demobilizing staff, maintaining project files, requesting purchases for goods and services,  ensuring submission of project deliverables and close-down. Initiates requests for approvals and coordinates submissions of contracts for Independent Consulting Agreements, subcontract modifications and procurement actions such as purchase orders to DAI’s contracts department. Identifies and synthesizes potential issues and present possible solutions to Contracts Administrator and project team. New Business (25%) Contributes to the Global Region’s 2015 targets for gross profit won in successful proposals. Works on at least two proposal teams as a proposal coordinator, pricer, member of recon, or research and writing as appropriate. Collaborate and learning (15%)   Provides support as needed and collaborates with colleagues by providing short-term coverage for traveling Associates. Assists the Project Manager with technical tasks as appropriate (SOW drafts, editing reports, etc.). Along with the Project Manager, connects field projects with the relevant technical sectors in Solutions, including facilitating participation of Solutions’ staff in QPRs and other opportunities for knowledge sharing. Participates in technical sector activities, including meetings, presentations (brown bags), and events. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications Grade 5: Minimum of 2 years of relevant professional experience and a bachelor’s degree; or a master’s degree. Grade 6: Minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience and a bachelor’s degree; or 1 year of relevant professional experience and a master’s degree. Equivalent combination of experience and/or education will be considered. Additional Minimum Qualifications Demonstrated attention to detail. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Must be able to travel on assignments for DAI projects (minimum two short-term assignments per year). Proficiency in French or Spanish required. Preferred Qualifications 1 year relevant professional experience with a Master’s degree. Experience in international development. Some field experience. Business development and/or recruitment experience. Additional desired competencies/skills: problem solving, ability to work independently, analytical skills, organizational skills, and effective interpersonal skills. Supervisory Requirements:  None DAI is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a commitment to diversity. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. EOE - Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Assistant - US - Development Alternatives, Inc. (DAI) - 4 Jobs

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Assistant (4)
Candidate Search Location:	North America
Location:	Bethesda, Maryland
Job Code:	1803
Description
Job Title/Grade:           Assistant (4) Department:                 Delivery, Global Reports to:                   Regional Finance and Operations Manager, Global Function of the Position: This position supports the Global Delivery sector to coordinate financial, logistical and operational functions to the Global Sector. The incumbent provides administrative supports one or more small projects. Roles and Responsibilities: Sector Coordination (50%) Under the guidance of Regional Sector Managing Director (RMD) and Regional Finance and Operational Manager (RFOM) provides general operational and logistical support to the Global Sector on sector related logistical and administrative tasks. Contract Management (10%) Assists project with project recruitment for Long Term (LTTA) and Short Term Technical Assistant (STTA) positions and overall helps with the administrative process putting together the contract in place and processing of payments. Submits requisitions for procurements. Financial Management (20%) Responsible for and processes project financial transactions, including: Auditing project iExpense reports, Processing ICA invoices and supplier invoices for review or approval per the Schedule of Authorities. Assisting with following up with outstanding invoices and closed project finances. Project Management (20%) Provides backstopping support to projects in an Assistant capacity and help with day to day project operations. Under the guidance of the RFOM, assist with ad hoc tasks as requested by from Project Delivery Teams for projects on a surge capacity. Minimum Qualifications Grade 4: Minimum one year relevant administrative experience and bachelor’s degree Understanding of/interest in the international development field Excellent oral and written communication skills Professional Working Proficiency in Spanish or French Equivalent combination of education and/or experience will be considered. Supervisory Requirements:  None DAI is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a commitment to diversity. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. EOE - Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans