Organization: Hamilton County Environmental Services 

About this position:

Deadline to Apply:
Open Until Filled
Work Location:
Environmental Services
250 William Howard Taft
Cincinnati, OH 45219

Work Hours:
Full-time 80 Hours/Bi-weekly
Starting Salary:
$52,270.40 Annually
Highly Competitive Employee Benefits Package and Generous Paid Time Off

We serve the residents of Hamilton County in more ways than you may realize! We make a difference in your everyday life with road maintenance, economic development, emergency response, public safety, services for our children and our families within the community, and more!

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in public relations, journalism, communication or closely related field three (3) years of progressive/related experience

Job Duties (Summary):

• Social Media Strategy and Management: Coordinate the Department’s digital/social media strategy and execution by providing multimedia content for the website, social media sites, and email campaigns. Develop and coordinate the social media calendar to ensure consistent online activity that coordinates with the Department’s marketing calendar. This includes managing and maintaining posting schedules for both divisions of the Department. Respond to all social media inquiries using the Department’s voice and guidelines, understanding the need to appropriately answer questions, convey sensitive issues, or deal with frustrated public.
• Social Media Monitoring: Monitor and track social media initiatives using web analytic tools and establishing metrics. Prepare quarterly reports to update internal staff on usage statistics and vital information.
• Content Creation and Writing: Create engaging photo and video content by attending events including, but not limited to school trips, adult seminars, community outreach, tabling events, etc. Create, develop and maintain strategic social media marketing messaging and campaigns for the Department.
• Digital Marketing and Advertising: Execute digital marketing campaigns through paid advertising on social media and through Google.
• Team Support: Serves as a supportive role to update website with new content, events programs, and news. Serves as part of the Communications’ Air Quality Alert team, who contacts the media and public via email, website, and social media when air quality is forecasted to be unhealthy. Work collaboratively and provide support to other staff, assist with other projects as assigned.
• Work collaboratively and provide support to other staff, assist with other projects as assigned

More information can be found here.

Organization: Society of the Transfiguration

About this position:

Job Summary:

The Maintenance Manager leads maintenance teams responsible for repair of electrical; plumbing; heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC); carpentry; painting; and other building systems. Reports to the Director of Facilities and Grounds

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Oversees and assists with work of assigned maintenance team employees.
• Addresses minor discipline problems with team members; refers serious cases to the Director.
• Plans and prepares training and orientation for new maintenance team members.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Evaluates systems or facilities to determine maintenance or repairs that need to be performed.
• Plan work priorities, obtain necessary supplies, and assess skills needed to complete tasks.
• Assesses building systems to plan work assignments.
• Assists team members with technical issues or advanced problems with given assignments
• Collaborates with team members to discuss upcoming work assignments; delegates assignments based on team members’ skills and experience.
• Ensures maintenance and repair work is completely safely, effectively, and in a timely manner.
• Inspects work performed by team members and provides daily updates on progress.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of building systems such as plumbing, electrical, and HVAC.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to identify issues and to determine repairs that are needed.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least five years of maintenance experience required.
• Experience with sustainable building maintenance and LEED Green Associate credentials preferred. In lieu of credentials, ability/willingness to become LEED Green Associate within 12 months of hire, followed by LEED AP O+M specialty in operations and maintenance within year 2.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to traverse property and facility to diagnose building issues and plan repairs
• Must be physically able to perform repairs when needed.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds at a time.

For further information contact: Jan Davis, HR Manager, Society of the Transfiguration at jdavis@ctsisters.org

Organization: Our Land Organics

About this position:

Want to see the results of your work take shape into the form of pollinator gardens, rainwater catchment and raised bed gardens? Does seeing first hand what you have accomplished for the day inspire you?

Our lands Organic is seeking the right person to fill our Earth Steward - Ecological Landscape Crew Member Position starting this September.

Work with your hands, nature and awesome people directly making a positive change in your community. 

We are looking for someone that wants to help bring regenerative landscapes to life and has a desire to learn and be a part of a growing team. We are plant lovers, soil geeks, and hard working individuals. We encourage growth, education and innovation in this burgeoning field of ecological landscaping and are seeking someone that is interested in growing with the company.

To apply for this position:

Email resume, cover letter and three references to john@ourlandorganics.org

More information can be found here.

Organization: Citizens Climate Lobby

About these positions:

Fellowships are paid positions and internships are volunteer, with the exception of our legislative program (both internships and fellowships are paid).

Fellowships and internships with CCL are enriching learning experiences working with our expert staff and volunteer leaders. Our fellows and interns go onto top graduate schools and careers in environmental, political, or nonprofit fields. All work with CCL staff. Fellowships tend to go to students with more experience and education. Internships are usually 8 - 10 hours a week for a semester or 15 weeks.

Fellowships and internships at CCL are extremely competitive; last year we received over 500 applications for 20 positions. To increase your chances of acceptance and as an alternative, we strongly recommend that you participate in CCL’s Climate Advocacy Certificate Program the semester that you apply and also join CCL.

Applications for Spring 2023 (January 3 - May 15 [start and end dates flexible]) are now open! All positions are remote unless otherwise stated in the position description. Click on the title to read the job description and how to apply. More positions may be posted throughout the application period, so check back weekly for updates. Applications for summer internships will open in mid-December. The deadline for spring opportunities is October 1st.

More information can be found here.

Organization: Cincinnati Recycling & Reuse Hub

About this position:

Updated: 8/31/22

The Cincinnati Recycling & Reuse Hub is a growing nonprofit looking to add to our team and expand our organizational capacity.

Description: 

• Arrive 1 hour before and stay up to 1 hour after all open collection hours at the Hub. 

• Current open collection hours are Thursdays 12-6, Saturdays 10-2. 

• Will be adding another weekly collection day this year

• Schedule pick up of electronics and universal wastes from companies and organizations, etc., 

• • Work with Hub Driver to assure items are packed safely for transport to the Hub

• Work off-site events with electronics and/or universal wastes collection.  Events are almost always outdoors and could include: 

• • Farmers' markets, 

  • Neighborhood electronics collection events

• Work to keep the electronics and universal waste areas in the warehouse clean and in order.  Please note that the warehouse does not have air conditioning, so it is warm in the summer.  The warehouse has heat, but a sweatshirt, sweater, or jacket is usually needed in the winter.  

• Work demands a lot of moving around and bending over.  Events will require a lot of walking and standing.

DAY	Required hours to work; others TBD	# hours per day
Sunday	Potential farmer’s markets	TBD
Monday
Tuesday	Potential additional drop off day at the Hub	TBD, likely same as Thursday
Wednesday
Thursday	11 AM – 7:00 PM	8
Friday
Saturday	9 AM – 3:00 PM	6

16 additional hours needed each week, to be covered by working at the Hub, working farmers' markets, working an additional drop off day at the Hub.

Hours: Up to 30/week, with potential for more as the organization grows

Pay Rate: $19/hour ($29,640/year, no holiday pay or PTO)

Reports To: 

• Managing Director for initial training of event set-up, packing of items, etc.

• Associate Director for time off requests, changes to weekly hours, timesheets and scheduling of events (calendar)

• Warehouse Manager for events and tasks that require scheduling use of the van

• Off-site Collections Coordinator to recruit new companies that need help with electronics and universal waste collections and for off-site events that also involve education and other collections, etc. 

Qualifications:

In order to be successful in this role, we believe the ideal candidate will have the following characteristics and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, or a related background preferred

• Requires a knowledge of chemistry, including chemical symbols, PPE use, and spill protocols

• Previous experience handling universal wastes (batteries, light bulbs, etc.) preferred

• Previous experience handling household hazardous wastes (solvents, flammables, etc.) would be extremely helpful

The Cincinnati Recycling & Reuse Hub is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity, equity, and inclusion in all areas of our organization.  

To apply for this position, please follow these instructions:

Submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for two professional references to cintirecyclingandreusehub@gmail.com.  Applications will be reviewed as they are received and the position will remain open until we feel like we have the best candidate for the job.

Organization: Flywheel Social Enterprise Hub

About this position:

Program Manager Elevate Equity 

What will make you the “ideal person”?

• You excel at building relationships and energize others with your passion for impact.

• You are personally committed to issues of equity and want to be part of an organization empowering a more just, equitable, and sustainable community through entrepreneurship.

• You thrive in an environment where new ideas are encouraged.

• You excel at prioritizing activities and adapt to shifting priorities.

• You like to “own” your work and have a good sense for what you know, what you can learn, and when you need help.

How will we know that you’ve got what it takes?

• You have solid experience in project management, having co-designed, coordinated, or delivered education projects such as employee engagement programs or training.

• You pride yourself in thinking ahead, planning for what’s needed, and being a resourceful problem solver.

• You are a great communicator. You think and write clearly and efficiently in both spoken and written formats. 

• Even better if you like to use digital tools like Canva, PowerPoint, or social media to amplify awareness of the impact of the work you are doing.

• You can be flexible with your time, working occasional evenings. 

What will you be doing?

• You will be responsible for the planning and execution of Flywheel’s Elevate Equity Startup Accelerator. This is our program for entrepreneurs who are inspired by opportunities to reduce the impact of systemic race and gender bias. The cycle for this program typically runs from Mid-Fall (recruiting begins) through April (program concludes). You will be supported by your coworkers and the Executive Director so while you will lead this work, you will not do it all on your own. Your tasks will include:

• • Use your network and ours to recruit founders to Elevate Equity. This may include attending meetings, speaking engagements, zoom calls, etc.

  • Coordinate the application, interview, and selection process for the founders accepted into the accelerator.

  • Engage coaches from our coaching bench and match them to selected founders.

  •  Plan the overall schedule for the accelerator, line up subject matter experts, and coordinate coaching sessions and follow ups. 

  • Facilitate logistics of the sessions which are a combination of in person, virtual (through Zoom) and hybrid.

  • Prepare your founders for their demo day presentations (final presentations).

  • Coordinate with your coworkers to plan demo day.

• When your accelerator is not in session, you will use your talents and skills in multiple ways to support the organization. We value versatility and a willingness to learn new skills. These are examples of work you might do.

• • Research and design changes and improvements you could make to your program.

  • Collect data and produce content about your founders. Work with our interns or team members to post on our website, social media, outreach material to funders, and other vehicles for promoting our impact. 

  • Support our grant writing efforts by writing content for grant application questions or filing impact reports related to your program. 

  • Recruit coaches for our accelerators and help coordinate training and engagement activities to enhance their volunteer experience.

  • Provide support as needed to your coworkers for their programs they have in session.

  •  Engage and educate our interns so they have a productive and educational experience

  • Represent Flywheel as a planner or participant in events organized by our partners in the Startup ecosystem.

What’s in it for you?

• Flexible work hours with work from home several days a week as events allow.

• When you come to the office, you will be at Union Hall, the epicenter of the region’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, where you’ll meet founders, funders, and mentors, as well as civic, business and government leaders all supporting entrepreneurs.

• You get free parking, 24/7 in OTR…your friends will be jealous

• It’s a jeans and tee shirt kind of place. Just dress appropriately for your audience of the day.

• And a bonus…expect free coffee, tea, and frequent free happy hours. 

• Three weeks PTO and 10 holidays in the first year of employment. 

• Salary range of $48-52,000 commensurate with experience

• We are looking for a year-round, full-time employee, however other arrangements will be considered for the right candidate. 

Special note

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Flywheel, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience, while similar, doesn’t align perfectly we encourage you to apply anyway. You may still be just the right candidate.

How to apply?

Shoot an email to admin@flywheelcincinnati.org. Tell us what makes you the “ideal person”, and what excites you about this opportunity and include your resume.

About Flywheel

Flywheel Social Enterprise Hub’s mission is to equip impact-focused entrepreneurs with opportunities to build their knowledge, develop funding strategies, and make valuable connections as they scale their ventures.. We advance startups in the region’s only accelerators purpose-built for social entrepreneurs dedicated to a more just, equitable and sustainable community.  

More information can be found here.

Organization: Solar Energy Solutions

About this position:

Description

Marketing & Platform Coordinator

• Employment: Full-time or Part-time
• Minimum Experience: Entry-level or Mid-level
• Compensation: $15/hr. upwards based on experience level + company & performance bonus (up to 15%)
• Location: Cincinnati, Ohio
• Reports to: Director of Marketing

Position Summary

The Social Media & Platform Coordinator is responsible for producing engaging, compelling visual content for Marketing & Communications on the benefits of solar energy for residential and commercial customers. Social Media responsibilities will include posting, ad creation, monitoring on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter etc. Reporting to the Director of Marketing, the Social Media & Platform Coordinator will be a part of a sales and marketing group of Solar Energy Solutions and will coordinate with the operations team on installation media for posting. Platform management will include transferring leads from various planforms into the CRM. This position is in Cincinnati and may require some regional travel very occasionally. The selected individual should be a creative self-starter with a passion renewable energy and a strong attention to detail.


Position Responsibilities: Social Media

• Create, manage, and post regular content and messaging for all official SES social media channels.
• Respond to comments as required and report any problems or negative social interactions immediately
• Coordinate content on social media sites that ensures a consistent message to the various sectors that SES work with (residential, commercial, agricultural etc) within the brand and mission of the SES.
• Stay up to date with social media trends and current best practices.
• Track and report social media analytics as required.
• Demonstrate excellent judgment in determining content for posting.
• Communicate by phone, in person, via email and in writing with people in sales and operations and occasionally attend meetings as part of the Marketing team with individuals and departments to discuss their social media needs and requests.
• Work with minimal supervision as a member of the marketing team in the fast-paced solar contractor industry.

Position Responsibilities: Platform Management

• Manage leads coming into sales department in JobNimbus
• Learn and manage Zapier automations and lead bounces
• Learn and manage updates in the Open Solar proposal platform
• Learn and manage updates in Demand IQ platform

Position Responsibilities: Writing/Editing

• Regular writing, newsletters, blog posts, marketing materials and infographics, social media ads, and social media posts.
• Proofreading and editing copy with a strong attention to detail and a attention to messaging.

Position Responsibility: Events & Logo Items

• Assist Marketing Director with tasks related to events
• Create and/or order logoed items as needed for events, customers, and staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing or related field, or work history
• Experience with social media posting in native platforms and/or Hootsuite or similar platform.
• Experience in Canva or other media creation tool
• Any experience with CRMs is a plus.
• Any Experience with automation platforms like Zappier is a plus
• Experience in website editing is a plus (WordPress or other)
• Working knowledge of ad serving tools on social media FB, Instagram, etc.
• Good writing and editing skills needed.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and personal and company performance bonus system.
• Health insurance (subsidized)
• Vision & Dental (subsidized)
• Paid vacation
• Company 401K.

About Solar Energy Solutions: Formed in 2006, Solar Energy Solutions delivers high-quality renewable energy solutions throughout Kentucky, Indiana, Tennessee, Ohio, Illinois and West Virginia.

Our goal is to be the defining player in all areas of solar development in Kentucky and the surrounding states, make a tangible difference to society by building a new clean energy economy and do that through the creation of well-paid stable sustainable jobs.

We specialize in the engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) of residential, commercial, institutional and utility photovoltaic systems. Our personnel are the best in the region, holding specialized licenses and certifications in all relevant renewable fields. We are growing fast and want people with skills and stretch to come with us on this exciting growth journey that is only just beginning.

More information can be found here.

Organization: Simply Zero

About this position:

What You’ll Do

For the upcoming holiday season, we are seeking passionate, service-oriented, positive and hard-working individuals with a passion for sustainability and an excitement for our growing brand. We are a start-up company looking for individuals who possess grace under fire, a contagious smile, and the desire to make all their interactions a bright moment in someone's day.

Who You Are

Role Model: embrace sustainable, zero waste living in everyday life and passionately share that information with customers

People Leader: the capacity to lead and influence others to reach common goals

Problem Solver: focus on the main objective, identify trends, get to the bottom of problems, and then solve the problem with sustainable solutions

Change Maker: constantly looking for ways to improve current way of doing things, never settles

High Standards: strong ability to set a high standard and drive ongoing execution on behalf of self and broader team and organization

Results Driven: focused on execution and driving outcomes with others; has strong ability to prioritize, project manage and drive organization to specific and measurable results

Coachable: actively looks for feedback to grow and improve

Self-starter: takes initiative, thinks of big picture, relays shops needs and communicates with the team

Collaborative: actively collaborates to drive your shop’s strategy and achieve results

Emotional Intelligence: Ability to recognize, understand, and manage feelings/emotions to effectively engage with the greater team as well as customers

Ability to maneuver around shop and office; work around and with chemicals; lift/carry up to 50 lbs.

Ability to work a flexible schedule, including travel, to meet the needs of the business including nights, weekends, holidays

How You'll Do It

Provide high-level customer service and hospitality to customers: including in-person, over the phone, and online

Assist in daily shop tasks and projects, including sanitizing, cleaning, and general maintenance

Demonstrate product knowledge, assist with re-stocking products, and be able to assist customers with product sales and returns

Maintain a positive attitude and take initiative

Maintain composure and professionalism during the hectic, holiday season

Work as a cohesive team with all Simply Zero staff members to ensure efficiency and camaraderie

Maintain and troubleshoot refillery equipment

Maintain the distinct Simply Zero aesthetic, appearance, atmosphere and culture

What's Required

This seasonal position runs October through January. Must be available during these months, especially on weekends.

Must have the ability to prioritize and multi-task within a fast-paced, start-up environment

Must be willing to initiate tasks and perform duties without direction

Must have excellent communication skills and be able to work with a wide range of personalities

Must have outstanding customer service and problem solving skills

Must have a positive, can-do attitude

Must have a friendly and professional phone and email etiquette

Must have superior organizational skills

Must be available to work between 10-20 hours per week

Must have the flexibility to work a non-traditional schedule - MUST HAVE THURSDAY - SUNDAY AVAILABILITY

Benefits

Mission based company

Competitive Hourly Wage

20% Product Discount

Special product and event perks

Flexible time-off policy

Potential to stay on beyond the season

"At Simply Zero, sharing our passion means everything to us. Our mission is to support and educate others who are consciously considering the impact their lifestyle choices have on the world. Our goal is to impact lives, through the use of everyday products that help us make a difference. We want to help our customers find a more sustainable, fulfilling lifestyle that enables them to give back, connect thoughts, share ideas and stories that uncover a better way to live…simply for the planet.

We're always looking for amazing individuals who have a passion for sustainability and an excitement for our growing brand."

More information can be found here.

Organization: OneSource

About this position:

Join the OneSource team, the only resource center for nonprofits in our region, providing services, products and connections that strengthen the capacity of nonprofit organizations and are vital to the Greater Cincinnati community!

OneSource Center for Nonprofit Excellence seeks a candidate for the Director, Consulting Services. This position will be responsible for all operational and administrative functions of consulting operations.

OneSource Center provides a wide variety of services, products and connections to help nonprofits be productive and accomplish more. We offer expert consulting on a broad range of topics, monthly seminars and leadership development classes to build skills and knowledge. Nonprofit staffs can shop in our warehouse of donated furniture or in the Marketplace for retail store donations or get a referral to other free or low-cost resources.

The Director of Consulting Services is member of the OneSource’s Strategic Team chartered with developing and executing on the Strategic Plan to build on its current offerings and expand resources available to area nonprofits.

Primary responsibilities include the delivery of consulting services to nonprofit organizations, which includes client service, volunteer assignments, project oversight, reporting and follow-up on impact. Additional responsibilities include budget input and supporting the CEO and VP of Operations.

This is a full-time job reporting to the Vice President of Operations. Salary range is $55,000 to $58,000 with a benefits package.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor Degree (master’s preferred) in business, management, public administration or related field
• Experience in leadership and management of a nonprofit or business organization
• Self-directed, self-starting, assertive, decisive and results-oriented
• Develop relationship, foster collaboration, and lead people

Apply: Hiring@onesourcectr.org

More information can be found here.

Organization: Village Green Foundation

About this position:

Since 2008, the MoBo Kids Day program, a project of The Village Green Foundation, has given the youth of Northside and surrounding areas the opportunity to repair their own bikes, learn real world skills, give back to the community, and earn their very own bike.

We are seeking a flexible, reliable, organized, and enthusiastic individual to run the Kids Day Program. This person has experience organizing youth and preferably experience working on bikes. The Kids Day Coordinator ensures that the program runs smoothly, participants always have a chance to learn, the shop remains a safe space, and everyone has fun. The program succeeds best when the coordinator can organize and lead a strong group of committed

volunteers.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate youth programming with consideration for Covid-safe planning as needed
• Instruct basic intro to mechanics curriculum
• Build relationships with youth, partners and co-facilitators
• Schedule and facilitate other educational workshops & events
• Track and report on program statistics and budget
• Other tasks as required

Day to Day Responsibilities

• Plan program activities following social distancing protocols as needed
• Weekly programming: Mondays 5 to 8 p.m.
• Volunteer management
• Communication and event planning
• Administrative tasks
• Data tracking and management
• Attend organization meetings (currently Wednesday 8-8:30pm), including monthly board meetings

Required Qualifications

1. Experience working with youth from diverse backgrounds

2. Ideal candidate has teaching/de-escalation experience

3. Enthusiasm for the project

4. Must be able to pass a background check

5. Digital communication skills

6. Bike repair – willing to train the right candidate

Physical abilities & requirements

• Work safely outside in high temperatures
• Climb stairs
• Lift weights up to 50 pounds

Payscale

$500/month and one refurbished bike per year

5-7 hours a week

To apply

Send the following to mobobicyclecoop@gmail.com by Friday, September 2, 2022

1. Resume

2. Cover letter including why you are interested in this position and how your experience makes you a good match

3. Contact information for two references

Please apply by or before Friday, September 2, 2022. Position will start as soon as possible.

The Village Green Foundation (MoBo’s parent organization) seeks staff who reflect the diverse community we serve. Individuals typically underrepresented in the bicycle mechanics industry are highly encouraged to apply including people of color, indigenous people, queer people, trans people, women, people living with disabilities, and/or mental health variations.

More information and application can be found here.