Marstel-Day, its partners, staff, consultants, and colleagues, work in the fast-paced and constantly changing environmental conservation and consulting industry. The Company frequently needs to bring on board additional self-motivated and skilled professionals to meet emergent task orders and contracts. Marstel-Day does accept resumes from all interested persons on a continuing basis.

We are looking for individuals with strong educational and experiential backgrounds related to (as well having a passionate interest in) environmental matters. We seek candidates who possess excellent analytical, communication, and computer skills, minimally having proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point).

Individuals with significant and relevant work experience with federal, state, or local government, or private sector firms in environmental management with substantial working familiarity with NEPA, CWA and ESA, who also possess a strong understanding of, and successful involvement in governmental, local or regional land-use planning and conservation strategies, regulatory and policy formulation, together with experience facilitating meetings and workshops, conducting outreach, and developing strategies, policies and plans would be considered for senior positions. Project management skills, a working knowledge of federal procurement and contracting practices, and military experience or experience working with the military are each positive additional attributes for applicants to possess.

All hiring considerations are made in line with our Affirmative Action Plan and the Company's goal to have a vibrant and diverse professional staff committed to solving the challenging environmental and planning problems faced by our clients. If working for Marstel-Day interests you, please complete the "Information On Applicants" form located near the bottom of this page, attach your resume or curriculum vitae and cover letter and press submit. Please note that our receipt of your submission in response to this general notice does not imply that any position is currently available at Marstel-Day and submission in response to this or any announced position does not constitute an offer of employment by Marstel-Day.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Policy:

Marstel-Day provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and takes applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, military status, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. In addition, the Company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment and takes affirmative action to develop and promote a diverse workforce in every location in which the Company has facilities or places its employees for assignment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

Position	Location
Chief Financial Officer	Fredericksburg, Virginia	View
Analyst/AutoCad Specialist	Fredericksburg, Virginia	View
Analyst/Land Use Planner	Oceanside, CA	View
Analyst	Fredericksburg, Virginia	View
Program Manager(s) and Senior Program Manager(s)	Fredericksburg, Virginia	View
Senior Analyst	Fredericksburg, Virginia	View
Researcher	Fredericksburg, Virginia	View
GIS Intern	Fredericksburg, Virginia	View
GIS Intern	Oakland, California	View
Research Intern	Fredericksburg, Virginia	View

Chief Financial Officer (Fredericksburg, Virginia)

Job No. 2011-024

Position to remain open until filled.

Marstel-Day, LLC, an environmental and natural resource conservation consulting and planning firm, seeks a qualified person to assume the position of Chief Financial Officer, working from the Company's principal office in Fredericksburg, VA. This person must possess a strong commitment to a conservation ethic, a strong desire to identify and support strategies for the implementation of green best management practices in the performance of their work and the management of the Company.

Pay and benefits: The CFO will be paid a salary between $95,000 - $135,000 (commensurate with level of education and experience) and will have access to health, disability and life insurance benefits as well as leave, holiday and other fringe benefits.

The ideal candidate must possess:

• A Master's Degree in business administration, accounting, or other management or financial field.
  • However, a Bachelor's Degree in a financial field with at least 10 years of senior experience in business management and financial operations equivalent to a Masters degree will be considered.
  • Certification as a Certified Public Accountant is a significant plus.
• At least seven years of contract and financial management working for a federal contractor in support of its government contracting practice.
• Demonstrated experience in supporting the development of indirect labor rates, cost proposals (including cost and pricing data), oversight of subcontractors (or compliance with subcontract provisions)
  • Significant knowledge and experience working with Federal Government cost accounting, pricing and contract management practices, including with the Federal Acquisition Regulations and similar statutes, regulations, rules and procedures as they relate to the operation of businesses engaged in Government contracting will be strongly considered with greater weight given to the depth and breadth of the applicant's relative experience.
• General familiarity with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, federal Cost and Accounting Standards and other related professional fields
• Demonstrated judgment and decision-making, critical thinking, negotiation skills, oral and written presentation skills.
• Advanced working knowledge of QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel, and timekeeping systems generally.

Position summary The CFO will support the identification and formulation of policies and support the overall financial and administrative direction of Marstel-Day. As directed by the President, the incumbent will plan, direct, and coordinate operational and financial activities on behalf of management with the help of subordinate managers, employees or consultants. The CFO will, among other tasks:

• Confer with the Company's Members and program managers as necessary regarding financial and resource issues; coordinate activities; and identify and resolve problems.
• Supervise financial and resource responsibilities of others as directed by the President and assure completion, as necessary.
• Review financial and audit reports submitted by staff members to recommend approval or to suggest changes.
• Lead efforts to prepare for audits, tax filings and other financial compliance requirements as they arise.
• Work with the General Counsel and Deputy General Counsel, outside CPAs and attorneys, to ensure compliance with all accounting and compliance standards.
• Prepare budgets for approval, including those for funding and implementation of programs.
• Prepare and present reports concerning activities, expenses, budgets, government audits, statutes and rulings, and other items affecting Marstel-Day's business or program services.
• Direct, plan, and implement, in conjunction with others, policies and policy amendments, objectives, and activities to ensure continuing operations, to maximize returns on investments, and to increase productivity.
• Prepare and maintain unburdened and burdened labor-rate tables based on information received from CPAs and prepare labor-rate tables for bids and response to RFPs.
• Prepare, or review prepared, cost proposals for inclusion in bids and responses to RFPs.
• Implement corrective action plans to solve any identified organizational or managerial problems.
• Supervise accounts payable and receivable management and related financial accounting practices.

Duty Station, Residence and Other Requirements:

• The incumbent's primary duty station will be in Fredericksburg, Virginia.
• Residence within, or willingness to relocate to a federally designated HUBZone census tract within commuting distance is a requirement that will be waived only under significant extenuating circumstances (e.g., current home ownership at a non-qualifying address within commuting distance of the Fredericksburg office). Please go to www.sba.gov/hubzone for more information on this requirement.
• • The incumbent will be required to submit to a criminal background and credit check as a condition of any final offer of employment. Depending on the exact nature of the work needed, the applicant may also be required to submit to a credit and financial background check and be able to pass a Federal Government background investigation.

ADA Essential Functions Description

The incumbent will normally work in an indoor, climate controlled work station or office, but be frequently required to travel to various other sites and/or offices which may not be climate controlled; to manage and coordinate work by scheduling and undertaking airline, train or vehicle travel. Incumbent will be required to frequently organize and coordinate schedules, analyze and interpret data, engage in fast-moving problem solving, be expected to professionally direct the work of others in stressful situations; communicate quickly and precisely with coworkers and clients, craft written communication including the use of e-mail and other electronic reproduction of words, graphs, and photos. Incumbent will be required to make regular use of and be proficient with computers, telephones, mobile communication devices, copy machines and printers.

Application Requirements:

A resume or curriculum vitae, writing sample (5-10 pages), most recent college or graduate school transcripts, and a minimum of three professional references are required from all applicants.

Please fill out the "Information on Applicants" form below and, using the provided browser buttons, upload the required items identified above.

Information on Applicants

Analyst/AutoCad Specialist (Fredericksburg, Virginia)

Job No. 2011-023

Position to remain open until filled.

Marstel-Day, LLC, an environmental/conservation consulting and planning firm, seeks an individual for the position of Analyst/AutoCad Specialist in the company's Fredericksburg, Virginia office. The ideal applicant must possess:

• A strong commitment to a conservation ethic and a strong desire to identify and support strategies for natural resource conservation, together with a commitment to use green, best management practices in the performance of their work.
• Accomplishments in their respective areas and disciplines and must demonstrate a minimum of five years of relevant and current experience in the field, including proficient use of AutoCad and ArcGIS.
• Experience working on a combination of projects in military master planning, transportation, planning, or asset management planning.
• Knowledge in project management and policy analysis together with working knowledge of relevant fields such as; NEPA, federal real estate processes, compatible land use planning, Smart Growth and Sustainable Design and Development principles (LEED accreditation a plus; AICP certification a plus).
• A Master's degree from an accredited institution of higher learning in the field of their expertise, preferably in the fields of environmental policy, landscape architecture, planning or urban development, or other similar or associated disciplines.
  • OR posses a Bachelor's degree and demonstrate significant and additional work experience equivalent to a Master's in a specific and relevant area of expertise.
• An ability to work collaboratively among team members, clients and external stakeholders, as well as to work independently in executing task responsibilities.
• Intellectual curiosity paired with excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to make effective oral presentations.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and AutoCad and ArcGIS.

The duties of the Analyst/AutoCad specialist include:

• Providing analysis and management support for Marstel-Day's projects and programs in natural resources and land conservation, water resources studies, compatible land use and smart planning, strategic communication, outreach and engagement plan formulation and execution, National Environmental Policy Act studies (EIS/EA, etc.), policy formulation and implementation, installation master planning, and strategic planning.
• Assisting colleagues, senior staff and program managers/partners in responding to statements of work for task/delivery orders, and preparing project deliverables.
• Independently, and as part of a team, applying analysis techniques and methods in the investigation and solution of concept, planning, design, or implementation problems.
• Supporting management and program staff in evaluation and improvement of existing procedures, processes, techniques, methodologies, models, and/or systems; performs data and database management for specific projects.
• Utilizing required software - e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, GIS, AutoCad, etc.

Duty Station, Residence and Other Requirements:

• The incumbent's primary duty station will be in Fredericksburg, Virginia.
• Residence within, or willingness to relocate to a federally designated HUBZone census tract within commuting distance is a requirement that will be waived only under significant extenuating circumstances (e.g., current home ownership at a non-qualifying address within commuting distance of the Fredericksburg office). Please go to www.sba.gov/hubzone for more information on this requirement.
• The incumbent will be required to submit to a criminal background check as a condition of any final offer of employment. Depending on the exact nature of the work needed, the applicant may also be required to submit to a credit and financial background check and be able to pass a Federal Government background investigation.

Salary and Benefits:

The company will pay a competitive salary commensurate with the incumbent's level of education and experience between $60,000 and $75,000; and will also provide access to a 401k plan, a health plan, disability, and life insurance, paid leave, and other benefits.

ADA Essential Functions Description:

The incumbent will normally work in an indoor, climate controlled work station or office but frequently required to travel to various other sites and/or offices which may not be climate controlled; to manage and coordinate work by scheduling and undertaking airline, train or vehicle travel. Incumbent will be required to frequently organize and coordinate schedules, research data, engage in fast-moving problem solving, communicate quickly and precisely with coworkers and clients in sometimes stressful situations, craft written communication including the use of e-mail and other electronic reproduction of words, graphs, and photos. Incumbent will be required to make regular use of and be proficient with computers, telephones, mobile communication devices, copy machines and printers.

Application Requirements:

Your cover letter, resume or curriculum vitae, a writing sample (limit to 5-10 pages), your most recent college or graduate school transcripts, and a minimum of three professional references are required items from all applicants and constitute your 'application' for this position. Submittals that do not include all of the requested items will not be considered complete.

Please fill out the "Information on Applicants" form below and, using the provided browser buttons, upload the required items identified above.

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Analyst/Land Use Planner (Oceanside, CA)

Job No. 2011-022

APPLICANTS SHOULD RESPOND NO LATER THAN November 18, 2011 TO BE ASSURED OF CONSIDERATION

Marstel-Day, LLC, an environmental consulting and planning firm, seeks a qualified land-use planner possessing a strong commitment to a conservation ethic, a strong desire to identify and support strategies for natural resource conservation, a commitment to use green best management practices in the performance of their work, and a determination to provide excellent support to meeting client requirements. The Land Use Planner will provide full-time knowledge worker support to the Marine Corps Installations West (MCIWest) Assistant Chief of Staff (AC/S), G-7 (Office of Government and External Affairs; Regional Environmental Coordinator) from a Marstel-Day office location proximate to Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, near Oceanside, California.

The ideal candidate must have:

• a Master's degree from an accredited institution of higher learning in the field of their expertise, preferably in the fields of environmental policy, landscape architecture, planning or urban development, or other similar or associated disciplines.
  • Posses a Bachelor's degree and demonstrate significant and additional work experience equivalent to a Master's in a specific and relevant area of expertise.
• Knowledge in project management and policy analysis together with working knowledge of relevant fields such as NEPA, California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), federal real estate processes, compatible land use planning, Smart Growth and Sustainable Design and Development principles (LEED accreditation a plus; AICP certification a plus).
• Demonstrated experience in technical and administrative support on planning projects and well demonstrated report and analysis writing skills. previous encroachment-management, natural resource-management or land-use-planning experience, in uniform or as a civilian employee or contractor with the military, is a significant plus
• Intellectual curiosity paired with excellent oral and written communication skills is a must.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint, specifically); GIS experience, skills and/or certification is a strong plus.
• An ability to work collaboratively among team members, clients and external stakeholders, as well as to work independently in executing task responsibilities.

The primary job duties include:

• Conduct independent and/or team led analytical research on a wide variety of complex subjects pertaining to policies, legislation, regulations, issues, activities, and practices in land use, energy development, energy transmission, and water issues affecting or potentially affecting Marine Corps operations, training and testing in California (including the maritime areas), and Arizona and Nevada.
• Support research and analysis of stakeholder individuals, groups, interests, actions, statements, motives, and activities and maintenance of a database of information in this and related areas.
• Collaborate and assist in the drafting and editing of work products such as executive level briefings, studies, reports, press releases, campaign plans, policy directives, videos, announcements, public meeting materials, stakeholder briefings, memorandums of agreement/understanding, etc. Distill complex encroachment-related subjects and issues for ease in communicating in both written and oral formats to stakeholders, directorates, and executives.
• Review and interpret studies and reports on a wide variety of complex subjects, including review of NEPA and CEQA documents and actions.
• Apply critical thinking, analytical, qualitative and quantitative skills to interpretations, ensuring both accuracy and balance are applied. Effectively articulate interpretations in oral and written form. Internally distribute or present briefings and papers as appropriate.
• Draft and distribute meeting agendas, minutes, and after-action reports. Collect, organize, and maintain data, reports, briefings, publications, and other relevant information conducive to smooth program operations.
• Coordinate meetings, document flow and information gathering with internal and external stakeholders. Assist in arranging events such as base tours, staff training, meetings, teleconferences, videoconferences, briefings, appropriate social events, and other like activities.
• Support program-related projects and teams as assigned. Draft project plans, schedules, and resource requirements for program manager review and approval. Draft project-status and progress reports as requested. Manage multiple responsibilities as appropriate. Train and mentor project team members as appropriate.
• Disseminate information on tasks, schedules, meetings, messages, and other pertinent matters; conduct coordination on assigned tasks; follow-up on matters to ensure proper completion and closure.
• Provide administrative and logistical support to the G-7 as needed.
• Perform other similar duties as assigned.

The incumbent must:

• Be eligible to work in the United States (a DHS Form I-9 must be completed by the selected candidate and will be submitted to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security for verification of eligibility to work through E-Verify).
• Submit to and pass a company background check, if selected for the position.
• Obtain necessary federal government clearances including a Common Access Card (CAC) as a requirement for continued employment.
• Be willing and able to work on military installations, such as Camp Pendleton or others as assigned.
• Live in or be willing to relocate to a designated HUBZone (see www.sba.gov/hubzone/ for more information) (a relocation allowance may be considered).

Salary and Benefits:

The company will pay a competitive salary commensurate with the incumbent's level of education and experience between $75,000 and $95,000; and will also provide access to a 401k plan, health, disability, and life insurance, paid leave, and other benefits.

ADA Essential Functions Description:

The incumbent will normally work in an indoor, climate controlled work station or office, occasionally be required to travel between various work stations and/or offices to coordinate work, may be required to attend public meetings, staff tours of the installation, and go on field trips in the surrounding area that can be in rough terrain and high tempuratures, and may undertake airline travel to professional development or staff meetings off site. Incumbent will be required to frequently organize and coordinate schedules, analyze and interpret data, engage in fast-moving problem solving, communicate with the public, craft written communication, including use of e-mail and other electronic reproduction of words, graphs, data and documents. Incumbent will be required to frequently use and be proficient with computers, telephones and mobile communication devices, copy machines and printers.

Application Requirements:

Your resume or curriculum vitae, a writing sample (limit to 5-10 pages), your most recent college or graduate school transcripts, and a minimum of three professional references are required items from all applicants and constitute your 'application' for this position. Submittals that do not include all of the requested items will not be considered complete.

Please fill out the "Information on Applicants" form below and, using the provided browser buttons, upload the required items identified above.

Information on Applicants

Analyst (Fredericksburg, Virginia)

Job No. 2011-021

Applications accepted until Position is filled

Marstel-Day, LLC, an environmental consulting and planning firm, seeks one or more qualified individuals who possess a strong commitment to a conservation ethic and a strong desire to identify and support strategies for natural resource conservation, together with a commitment to use green best management practices in the performance of their work. The appropriate candidate must possess excellent knowledge in project and policy analysis together with related scientific, engineering, or planning technical functions. The applicant must demonstrate that they are accomplished in their respective areas and disciplines and must demonstrate a minimum of 3-4 years of relevant and current experience. The ideal candidate should possess a Master's degree from an accredited institution of higher learning in the field of their expertise, preferably in the fields of engineering, science, environmental policy, business, planning and urban development, or other similar or associated disciplines; or posses a Bachelor's degree and demonstrate significant and additional work experience equivalent to a Master's in a specific and relevant area of expertise. Intellectual curiosity paired with excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to make effective oral presentations is a must, together with proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).

The duties of the Analyst include:

• Providing analysis and management support for Marstel-Day's projects and programs in natural resources and land conservation, water resources studies, compatible land use and smart planning, strategic communication, outreach and engagement plan formulation and execution, National Environmental Policy Act studies (EIS/EA, etc.), policy formulation and implementation, and strategic planning.
• Assisting colleagues, senior staff and program managers/partners in responding to statements of work for task/delivery orders, and preparing project deliverables
• Independently, and as part of a team, applying analysis techniques and methods in the investigation and solution of concept, planning, design, or implementation problems
• Supporting management and program staff in evaluation and improvement of existing procedures, processes, techniques, methodologies, models, and/or systems; performs data and database management for specific projects
• Utilizing required software - e.g., MicroSoft Office Suite, GIS, AutoCad, etc.
• Working independently and with a team, with minimal supervision.

Duty Station, Residence and Other Requirements:

• The incumbent's primary duty station will be in Fredericksburg, Virginia.
• Residence within, or willingness to relocate to a federally designated HUBZone census tract within commuting distance is a requirement that will be waived only under significant extenuating circumstances (e.g., current home ownership at a non-qualifying address within commuting distance of the Fredericksburg office). Please go to www.sba.gov/hubzone for more information on this requirement.
• The incumbent will be required to submit to a criminal background check as a condition of any final offer of employment. Depending on the exact nature of the work needed, the applicant may also be required to submit to a credit and financial background check and be able to pass a Federal Government background investigation.

Salary and Benefits:

The company will pay a competitive salary commensurate with the incumbent's level of education and experience between $48,000 and $80,000; and will also provide access to a 401k plan, a health plan, disability, and life insurance, paid leave, and other benefits.

ADA Essential Functions Description:

The incumbent will normally work in an indoor, climate controlled work station or office but frequently required to travel to various other sites and/or offices which may not be climate controlled; to manage and coordinate work by scheduling and undertaking airline, train or vehicle travel. Incumbent will be required to frequently organize and coordinate schedules, research data, engage in fast-moving problem solving, communicate quickly and precisely with coworkers and clients in sometimes stressful situations, craft written communication including the use of e-mail and other electronic reproduction of words, graphs, and photos. Incumbent will be required to make regular use of and be proficient with computers, telephones, mobile communication devices, copy machines and printers.

Application Requirements:

Your resume or curriculum vitae, a writing sample (limit to 5-10 pages), your most recent college or graduate school transcripts, and a minimum of three professional references are required items from all applicants and constitute your 'application' for this position. Submittals that do not include all of the requested items will not be considered complete.

Please fill out the "Information on Applicants" form below and, using the provided browser buttons, upload the required items identified above.

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Program Manager(s) and Senior Program Manager(s) (Fredericksburg, Virginia)

Job Announcement No. 2011-019

Position open until filled

Marstel-Day, LLC, an environmental consulting and planning firm, seeks one or more qualified senior planners or senior analysts with program seasoned management experience and who possess a strong commitment to a conservation ethic, a strong desire to identify and support strategies for natural resource conservation, a commitment to use green best management practices in the performance of their work, and a determination to provide excellent support to meeting client requirements. Candidates should possess extensive experience in environmental planning, general planning, NEPA and related study requirements, conservation of natural resources planning and management, climate adaptation planning, or related activities and have experience managing complex land-use planning, natural resource conservation or strategic planning studies and analyses. The successful candidate would report to the Company's management at its principal office in Fredericksburg VA, although, depending on requirements, may work in the Company's Fredericksburg, Alexandria, VA or Oakland, CA offices.

Principal program areas for which a manager or managers may be hired include: encroachment control planning and land conservation; communications, outreach and engagement; and climate adaptation, ecosystem services and environmental sustainability strategies.

Preferred candidates would also possess a professional background with extensive experience in conducting outreach to, and working with multiple and diverse stakeholders in collaborative planning.

An ideal candidate should also be broadly familiar with and have extensive work experience with the Department of Defense or one or more of the various military services either as a uniformed member of a service, a senior civilian employee, or a senior consultant, including experience interacting and coordinating with, or for, diverse federal, state and local government agencies and stakeholders, as well as private entities and individuals.

Qualifications: Applicants must have:

• A demonstrated background and successful experience in program management, including managing multiple projects, preparing cost proposals, marketing task orders, managing project leads, preparing status reports and billings for clients, preparing progress reports to company/agency management, and providing briefings to senior leadership levels.
• A strong background in research and analyses, including the production of written reports, studies, and briefings, with a strong understanding of governmental planning, procurement, and the regulatory and policy formulation process. Knowledge of similar state level regulations and policies is a plus.
• A demonstrated background and experience in project management.
• A minimum of 12 years of relevant experience with at least five years of program management experience.
• A Masters degree from an accredited college or university or a Bachelor's degree together with significant evidence of demonstrated job experience and training equivalent to a Master's Degree.
• Intellectual curiosity, paired with excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office suite programs Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and abilities with Access a plus. Experience managing or directing production of GIS products is a strong plus.
• Availability for regular and frequent travel both within the U.S. and overseas.
• A demonstrable and strong commitment to a conservation ethic and a strong desire to identify and support strategies for natural resource conservation and a commitment to use green best management practices in the performance of their work.
• Demonstrated success in business development and the participation in and/or production of bids and proposals a strong plus.

The incumbent must:

• Be a U.S. Citizen and eligible to work in the U.S. (DHS Form I-9 must be completed by the incumbent and submitted to DHS for verification of citizenship and eligibility through E-Verify)
• Be able to secure any necessary federal security background check as required by government task orders.
• Submit to a criminal and financial background check and be cleared as a condition of any final offer of employment.

Additional Considerations and Evaluation Factors:

• Experience with a service's installation sustainability/range sustainability or natural resource management programs a strong plus.
• A willingness to locate to a residence that makes working in the company's Fredericksburg office feasible.
• Residence within, or willingness to relocate to a federally designated HUBZone census tract (go to SBA.gov/hubzone for more information on this requirement).

Salary and Benefits:

The Company will pay a competitive salary commensurate with the incumbent's level of education and experience and responsibilities between $90,000 and $138,000.

The incumbent will be eligible for company health and other insurance benefits, access to a 401(k) plan, and personal leave accrual.

Application Requirements:

A resume or curriculum vitae, writing sample (5-10 pages), most recent college or graduate school transcripts, and a minimum of three professional references are required from all applicants. Click the link to the "Information on Applicants" page and it will take you directly to the form found at the bottom of this page. Please fill out the "Information on Applicants" form and, using the provided browser buttons, attach your cover letter, resume and other required documents.

Americans with Disabilities Act Position Essential Functions Description:

The incumbent will normally work in an indoor, climate controlled work station or office, but be frequently required to travel to various other sites and/or offices which may not be climate controlled; to manage and coordinate work by scheduling and undertaking frequent airline, train or vehicle travel. Incumbent will be required to frequently organize and coordinate schedules, analyze and interpret data, engage in fast-moving problem solving, be expected to be capable of professionally and competently directing the work of others in stressful situations and communicating quickly and precisely with coworkers and clients alike. The incumbent must be able to craft written communication including the use of e-mail and other electronic reproduction of words, graphs, and photos. Incumbent will be required to make regular use of and be proficient with computers, telephones, mobile communication devices, copy machines and printers.

Information on Applicants

Senior Analyst (Fredericksburg, Virginia)

Job Announcement No. 2011-018

Position open until filled

Marstel-Day, LLC, an environmental consulting and planning firm, seeks one or more qualified senior planners or analysts possessing a strong commitment to a conservation ethic, a strong desire to identify and support strategies for natural resource conservation, a commitment to use green best management practices in the performance of their work, and a determination to provide excellent support to meeting client requirements. Candidates should possess extensive experience in environmental planning, general planning, NEPA and related study requirements, conservation of natural resources planning and management, climate adaptation planning, or related activities and have experience managing complex land-use planning, natural resource conservation or strategic planning studies and analyses. The successful candidate would report to personnel based in the Company's Headquarters offices in Fredericksburg VA.

Preferred candidates would also possess a professional background with extensive experience in conducting outreach to, and working with multiple and diverse stakeholders in collaborative planning.

An ideal candidate would also be broadly familiar with and have experience in working with the Department of Defense or the military services, as a uniformed member of a service, a senior civilian employee or a senior consultant, including experience interacting and coordinating with diverse federal, state and local government agencies and stakeholders, as well as private entities and individuals.

Qualifications: Applicants must have:

• A demonstrated background and experience in research and analyses, including the production of written reports and briefings, with a strong understanding of governmental planning, procurement, and the regulatory and policy formulation process. Knowledge of similar state level regulations and policies is a plus.
• A demonstrated background and experience in project management.
• A minimum of 5-7 years of relevant research analyst level experience.
• A Masters degree from an accredited college or university or a Bachelor's degree with the significant and demonstrated job experience and training equivalent to a Master's Degree.
• Intellectual curiosity, paired with excellent oral and written communication skills is a must.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Availability for regular and frequent travel, both within the U.S. and possibly overseas.
• A demonstrable and strong commitment to a conservation ethic and a strong desire to identify and support strategies for natural resource conservation and a commitment to use green best management practices in the performance of their work.

The incumbent must:

• Be a U.S. Citizen and eligible to work in the U.S. (DHS Form I-9 must be completed by the incumbent and submitted to DHS for verification of citizenship and eligibility through E-Verify)
• Submit to a criminal and financial background check and be cleared as a condition of any final offer of employment.

Additional Considerations and Evaluation Factors:

• Experience with a service's installation sustainability/range sustainability or natural resource management programs a strong plus.
• A willingness to locate to a residence that makes feasible working in the company's Fredericksburg office.
• Residence within, or willingness to relocate to a federally designated HUBZone census tract (go to SBA.gov/hubzone for more information on this requirement).

Salary and Benefits:

The Company will pay a competitive salary commensurate with the incumbent's level of education and experience between $85,000 and $120,000.

The incumbent will be eligible for company health and other insurance benefits, access to a 401(k) plan, and personal leave accrual.

Application Requirements:

A resume or curriculum vitae, writing sample (5-10 pages), most recent college or graduate school transcripts, a minimum of three professional references are required from all applicants. Click the link to the "Information on Applicants" page and it will take you directly to the form found at the bottom of this page. Please fill out the "Information on Applicants" form and, using the provided browser buttons, attach your cover letter, resume and other required documents.

Americans with Disabilities Act Position Essential Functions Description:

The incumbent will normally work in an indoor, climate controlled work station or office, but be frequently required to travel to various other sites and/or offices which may not be climate controlled; to manage and coordinate work by scheduling and undertaking frequent airline, train or vehicle travel. Incumbent will be required to frequently organize and coordinate schedules, analyze and interpret data, engage in fast-moving problem solving, be expected to be capable of professionally and competently directing the work of others in stressful situations and communicating quickly and precisely with coworkers and clients alike. The incumbent must be able to craft written communication including the use of e-mail and other electronic reproduction of words, graphs, and photos. Incumbent will be required to make regular use of and be proficient with computers, telephones, mobile communication devices, copy machines and printers.

Information on Applicants

Researcher, Fredericksburg, Virginia

Job No. 2011-012

Applications accepted until position is filled.

Marstel-Day, LLC, an environmental consulting and planning firm, seeks one or more qualified individuals possessing a strong commitment to a conservation ethic, a strong desire to identify and support strategies for natural resource conservation, and a commitment to use green best management practices in the performance of their work. A candidate must have demonstrated experience in technical and administrative support on research projects and demonstrated report and analysis writing skills; previous non-academic research experience is a plus. The ideal candidate would possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher learning, preferably in one of the fields of engineering, science, environmental policy, business, planning and urban development, or other similar or associated disciplines. Intellectual curiosity paired with excellent oral and written communication skills is a must. Persons in this position must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, specifically) and be able to work independently and with minimal supervision and possess organizational, presentation and client-service skills. GIS experience, skills or certification is a strong plus.

The duties of the Researcher include:

• Provide research, analysis and management support as needed for a wide range of projects and programs;
• Assist analysts and other senior staff in responding to statements of work for task/delivery orders, and preparing deliverables;
• Apply research techniques and methods, as directed by senior staff, in the investigation and solution of concept, planning, design, or implementation problems;
• Support analysts and senior analysts in initial evaluations of existing procedures, processes, techniques, models, and/or systems; perform data and database management for specific projects.
• Support general research and data collection.

Duty Station and Residence:

The incumbent's primary duty station will be in the Fredericksburg VA office. Residence within, or willingness to relocate to, a federally designated HUBZone census tract is a significant plus (go to www.sba.gov/hubzone for more information on this requirement).

The incumbent will be required to submit to a criminal and background check as a condition of any final offer of employment. Depending on the exact nature of the work needed, the applicant may also be required to submit to a credit check and pass a Federal Government background investigation.

The incumbent will be eligible for company health and other insurance benefits, access to a 401(k) plan, personal leave accrual, and a competitive salary based on the incumbent's relevant education and experience. The minimum salary for this position is $35,000, and the salary range for this position (depending on experience) is between $35,000 and $45,000.

A resume, a writing sample (of no more than 8 pages), college transcripts, at least three professional references, together with a brief cover letter, are required items from all applicants.

ADA Essential Functions Description:

The incumbent will normally work in an indoor, climate controlled work station or office, but be frequently required to travel to various other sites and/or offices which may not be climate controlled; to manage and coordinate work by scheduling and undertaking airline, train or vehicle travel. Incumbent will be required to frequently organize and coordinate schedules, research data, engage in fast-moving problem solving, communicate quickly and precisely with coworkers and clients in sometimes stressful situations, craft written communication including the use of e-mail and other electronic reproduction of words, graphs, and photos. Incumbent will be required to make regular use of and be proficient with computers, telephones, mobile communication devices, copy machines and printers.

Application Requirements

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GIS Intern (Fredericksburg, Va.)

Job No. 2011-009

Marstel-Day, LLC, an Environmental Consulting and Planning firm, is seeking highly motivated GIS Interns with a strong commitment to a conservation ethic and a strong desire to identify and support strategies for natural resource conservation; and a commitment to use "green" best management practices in the performance of their work in the Company's Fredericksburg VA office on a variety of projects, primarily in support of the company's environmental and natural resource, and sustainability efforts. The company intends to hire at least one GIS Intern, but may hire more depending on the overall qualifications of the submitting applicants and the ongoing work load.

Duties:
The selected interns will work on one or more projects under the guidance of staff members and also independently, depending on the specific project(s). 

In addition to possessing a strong conservation ethic, strong GIS candidates must have high confidence in their abilities to create and correct polygon topologies, attribute updates and custom maps. Ideal GIS candidates would also possess considerable knowledge of the following: Geo-database usage and creation; locating, classifying, organizing, and analyzing data; creation of spatial data and attributes; and satellite ortho-imagery and labeling techniques.

Education, experience, training:

The appropriate GIS candidate must:

• Possess a strong commitment to a conservation ethic and a strong desire to identify and support strategies for natural resource conservation; and a commitment to use green best management practices in the performance of work;
• Be pursuing, or have recently graduated with, a BS/BA in Computer Science, Geography, Environmental Science or other related disciplines;
• A candidate pursuing a Master's Degree in a related field is a plus
• Have a minimum of one year of applicable experience (i.e., completion of at least two GIS courses);
• Have worked with ESRI ArcGIS 9.3 or higher;
• Have strong oral and written communication skills;
• Have the demonstrated ability to work independently and in teams;
• Possess strong attention-to-detail initiative and self-motivation;
• Have strong organizational skills; and,
• Possess or be in the process of developing knowledge of Visual Basic, Python, or other GIS related scripting language.

Salary and Hours:
The GIS Internships will be non-permanent, hourly paid positions. Compensation will be for a fixed stipend of $1,300 per month for 20 hours per week. The hourly rate equivalent will be $14.77/hr. Performance of weekly hours will be flexible to accommodate class schedules. The company will consider internships of fewer (or more) than 20 hrs per week depending on the selected candidates' availability and the available work load, for which the amount of the stipend would be adjusted appropriately.

Application Requirements
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GIS Intern (Oakland, Ca.)

Job No. 2011-009

Marstel-Day, LLC, an Environmental Consulting and Planning firm, is seeking highly motivated GIS Interns with a strong commitment to a conservation ethic and a strong desire to identify and support strategies for natural resource conservation; and a commitment to use "green" best management practices in the performance of their work in the Company's Oakland CA office on a variety of projects, primarily in support of the company's environmental and natural resource, and sustainability efforts. The company intends to hire at least one GIS Intern, but may hire more depending on the overall qualifications of the submitting applicants and the ongoing work load.

Duties:
The selected interns will work on one or more projects under the guidance of staff members and also independently, depending on the specific project(s). 

In addition to possessing a strong conservation ethic, strong GIS candidates must have high confidence in their abilities to create and correct polygon topologies, attribute updates and custom maps. Ideal GIS candidates would also possess considerable knowledge of the following: Geo-database usage and creation; locating, classifying, organizing, and analyzing data; creation of spatial data and attributes; and satellite ortho-imagery and labeling techniques.

Education, experience, training:

The appropriate GIS candidate must:

• Possess a strong commitment to a conservation ethic and a strong desire to identify and support strategies for natural resource conservation; and a commitment to use green best management practices in the performance of work;
• Be pursuing, or have recently graduated with, a BS/BA in Computer Science, Geography, Environmental Science or other related disciplines;
• A candidate pursuing a Master's Degree in a related field is a plus
• Have a minimum of one year of applicable experience (i.e., completion of at least two GIS courses);
• Have worked with ESRI ArcGIS 9.3 or higher;
• Have strong oral and written communication skills;
• Have the demonstrated ability to work independently and in teams;
• Possess strong attention-to-detail initiative and self-motivation;
• Have strong organizational skills; and,
• Possess or be in the process of developing knowledge of Visual Basic, Python, or other GIS related scripting language.

Salary and Hours:
The GIS Internships will be non-permanent, hourly paid positions. Compensation will be for a fixed stipend of $1,300 per month for 20 hours per week. The hourly rate equivalent will be $14.77/hr. Performance of weekly hours will be flexible to accommodate class schedules. The company will consider internships of fewer (or more) than 20 hrs per week depending on the selected candidates' availability and the available work load, for which the amount of the stipend would be adjusted appropriately.

Application Requirements
Click the link to the "Information on Applicants" page and it will take you directly to the form found at the bottom of this page. Please fill out the "Information on Applicants" form and, using the provided browser buttons, attach a cover letter, your resume, your most current college transcripts, three references, a brief writing sample and a GIS sample with associated text. Submittals that do not include all of the requested items will not be considered complete.

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Research Intern, Fredericksburg, Virginia

Job No. 2011-010

Marstel-Day, LLC, an Environmental Consulting and Planning firm, is seeking highly motivated Research Interns with a strong commitment to a conservation ethic and a strong desire to identify and support strategies for natural resource conservation; and a commitment to use "green" best management practices in the performance of their work in the Company's Fredericksburg VA office on a variety of projects, primarily in support of the company's environmental and natural resource, and sustainability initiatives. The company intends to hire two Research Interns, but may hire more depending on the overall qualifications of the submitting applicants.

Duties:
The selected intern will perform research on one or more projects under the guidance of staff members and also independently, depending on the specific project(s), and will be expected to produce memos, reports and written summaries of their research. Research Interns may be selected to deliver presentations to the company's partners, employees, consultants or clients. 

Orientation, education, experience, training:
In addition to possessing a strong conservation ethic, strong Research candidates must exhibit well-developed research, writing and editing skills and have successfully undertaken a major independent research project, or participated in a collaborative research project, that led to a final, written report. Ideal Research candidates would also possess strong skills in preparation and delivery of MicroSoft PowerPoint and Excel products. A successful candidate would:

• Possess a strong desire to identify and support strategies for natural resource conservation and a commitment to use green best management practices in the performance of work;
• Be pursuing or have recently graduated with a BS/BA in the Arts, Letters or Sciences
• A candidate pursuing a Master's Degree in a related field is a plus
• Have strong, demonstrable analytical, oral and written communication skills;
• Have the demonstrated ability to work independently and in teams;
• Possess strong attention-to-detail initiative and self-motivation; and
• Have strong organizational skills.

Salary and Hours:
The Research Internships will be non-permanent, hourly paid positions. Compensation will be for a fixed stipend of $1,300 per month for 20 hours per week. The hourly rate equivalent will be $14.77/hr. Performance of weekly hours will be flexible to accommodate class schedules. The company will consider internships of fewer (or more) than 20 hrs per week depending on the selected candidates' availability and the available work load, for which the amount of the stipend would be adjusted appropriately.

Application Requirements:
Click the "Information on Applicants" link below and it will take you directly to the form found at the bottom of this page. Please fill out the "Information on Applicants" form and, using the provided browser buttons, attach a cover letter, your resume, your most current college transcripts, three references, and a brief writing sample. Submittals that do not include all of the requested items will not be considered complete.

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