The Nature Conservancy - Tennessee is hiring a Director of Finance and Operations II

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Founded in 1951, the Nature Conservancy is a global conservation organization dedicated to conserving the lands and waters on which all life depends. Guided by science, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world's toughest challenges so that nature and people can thrive together. We are tackling climate change, conserving lands, waters and oceans at unprecedented scale, providing food and water sustainably and helping make cities more sustainable.  One of our core values is our commitment to diversity. Therefore, we strive for a globally diverse and culturally competent workforce. Working in 72 countries, including all 50 United States, we use a collaborative approach that engages local communities, governments, the private sector, and other partners.

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​The Director of Finance and Operations (DFO) is a strategic thinker and senior member of the Management Team for the Tennessee Chapter of The Nature Conservancy and is responsible for the financial and human resources functions of the chapter as well as facilities, information systems and overall office management. The DFO does supervise staff and works extensively with the chapter’s board and volunteer leadership. The DFO works in close cooperation with the Regional Senior Financial Analyst and the chapter’s Grant Specialist to ensure compliance with the Consedervancy’s financial procedures.

Music City Center is hiring a Sustainability Coordinator

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Responsible for coordinating and implementing sustainability initiatives for the Convention Center Authority that will benefit the Music City Center clients, exhibitors, attendees, team members, and the environment.  Position will be responsible for performing a variety of specialized functions including but not limited to maintaining Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED) certification as well as maintaining and expanding the environmental standard as defined by EMS.  Additional responsibilities will include researching, recommending, and implementing best practices for sustainability in areas such as energy use, renewable energy, water conservation, water management/recycling, transportation choices, green cleaning, reusable donations and green meeting.  Position will also be responsible for initiating grant applications supporting sustainability improvements funded through state or federal programs, collaborating with clients and meeting planners to design “Green Meetings” plans related to specific events, and leading sustainability tours and conducting program outreach and promotional activities to communicate and promote the Convention Center Authority sustainability program.  Assist communications team with publications as needed.

 

Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Biology, or related field with one (1) to three (3) years of environmental/sustainability work experience preferred.  LEED certification such as LEED Green Associate or LEED Accredited Professional (Operations & Maintenance) also preferred.   Equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience will also be considered.

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This is a position of the Convention Center Authority; not a Metropolitan Government position.  Excellent benefits included.  Valid Tennessee Driver’s License required.  Flexible work schedules and will include some weekend week.   Salary range:  $37,800-40,000. 

 

Go to http://www.nashvillemusiccitycenter.com/sites/default/files/sustcoordrev.pdf to view job description. Learn more about Music City Center's sustainability programs here: http://www.nashvillemusiccitycenter.com/about/sustainability.

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Tennessee Department of Transportation is hiring a Transportation Manager 1!

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The TDOT Multimodal Transportation Resources Division is seeking a qualified, motivatedprofessional with experience in transportation planning and active transportation to manage its Multimodal Planning Office. This position works towards TDOT’s vision to serve the public by providing the best multimodal transportation system in the nation. This position collaborates within TDOT and with public agencies across Tennessee to expand mobility choices and access. The Multimodal Planning Manager will oversee the active transportation program, Multimodal Access Grant, Multimodal Access Policy implementation, Pedestrian Safety Initiative, and multimodal and demand management strategies.

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Read the full job description here

Apply here

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Turnip Green Creative Reuse has new positions open!

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TGCR opened in 2010 as Nashville’s first creative reuse non-profit organization. We divert materials from landfills through creative endeavors in four avenues: education, retail space, open studio, and gallery. We use our salvaged materials to create art with students.

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Check out new position openings on the Center for Nonprofit Management website.

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Senior Environmental Manager, Bridgestone Americas

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Nashville, Tenn.-based Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of Bridgestone Corporation, the world’s largest tire and rubber company. Bridgestone Americas and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand tires to address the needs of a broad range of customers, including consumers, automotive and commercial vehicle original equipment manufacturers, and those in the agricultural, forestry and mining industries.