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Current Opportunities at The Environmental Center
The Environmental Center is not currently hiring. Please check back for future opportunities and explore our local job board below.
Local Environmental Jobs
Commute Options – Education Assistant
Title: Education Assistant
Rate of Pay: $25/hr, Full Time
Position Summary: The Education Assistant plays a vital role in advancing the Commute Options mission to increase access to transportation options across Oregon. Key responsibilities include supporting outreach and education efforts to promote road user safety, training travelers on how to utilize transportation options, and expanding outreach programs to historically marginalized groups. The main goals of this position are to help Commute Options reduce barriers to using transportation options and to enhance outreach, engagement, and resource sharing within the organization’s service area.
Camp Fire -Bend Afterschool Program Coordinator
Position Overview:
Camp Fire Afterschool (CFA) is a flexible and fun option for families of youth in K-5th grade looking to balance after school care with enrichment opportunities and social-emotional skill development. Filled with time outdoors, fun challenges, STEAM activities, games and songs, CFA supports youth in exploring their sparks, practicing social skills, creating connections, building community, and gaining confidence. The program typically hosts 40 youth with 3 counselors at 2 sites and runs directly after school until 5:30 pm 5 days a week.
The Coordinator will be responsible for general program management of the Camp Fire Afterschool program at all Bend sites, currently including Amity Elementary and Bend International School. They will work closely with the Program Manager to collect program quality data and to develop and expand upon our current school year offerings in the future. During summers, the CFA Coordinator will act as part of the leadership team for our SummerKids summer program also in Bend.
Compensation: Annual salary starting at $39,000 with a final offer depending on experience.
Schedule: Year-round, Full-time schedule based on an average of only 35 hours per week (fluctuates seasonally based upon the needs of the programs). Includes after school hours, and school holidays (Bend-La Pine Schools).
Bend Urban Gardens (BUG) – Team Member Position
Bend Urban Gardens (BUG) is a woman-owned edible landscaping
business focused on empowering aspiring gardeners to grow food in their yards. BUG offers
exceptional support to beginning and experienced gardeners alike.
Position Overview: BUG is seeking help in building local vegetable gardens in 2025, from
mid-March through mid-July, with the likelihood of continuing through October depending on
market demand. Based on our current projections, we estimate we’ll need support on at least
three dedicated weekdays per week (24 hours). Daily hours can be flexible based on inclement
weather and personal obligations. We are open to personalized scheduling possibilities and
can discuss more. Our goal is to create a work environment where every team member can
thrive personally and professionally, while also honoring timely follow through on our
commitments to clients. Background check required.
Application deadline: February 17, 2025
Start date: March 17, 2025
Compensation:
• $20-$22/hour
High Desert Museum – Seasonal Camp Facilitator
The Camp Facilitator is responsible for implementing kids camps, primarily on-site at the Museum. The majority of programming will be focused on elementary-aged children utilizing dynamic, hands-on activities. The Camp Facilitator will teach about the cultural and natural history of the High Desert, as well as STEAM, (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math).
The Museum hopes to hire a Camp Facilitator for the following dates and camps:
- Spring Break – March 24-28
- Summer Break – June 2 –13 (training), June 16 – August 29
Applicants do not need to be available for both sets of dates, but it is preferred.
Classification: Seasonal, hourly, full-time, non-exempt
Salary Range: $20.60/hour
Boundless Farmstead – Farm Crew Member
Boundless Farmstead’s mission is to grow and cultivate healthy plants, animals, and community, and to form creative and sustainable practices by observing, listening, and studying. We care deeply about the environment, about our family, about our lasting impacts, about our underserved neighbors, and about our community as a whole. We hope to gather a team of people who are welcoming, open-minded, caring, and willing to put in the work (on the farm, in community, and with self).
Please read through our website and get acquainted with our farm and farm practices.
Description
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32 to 40 hours a week. Schedule is four 8 to 10 hour days (depending on shoulder season vs peak season). This will be discussed in advance and in more detail during the interview.
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Must be available to work Monday through Thursday
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$17 per hour starting wage (DOE, raises given throughout the season if employee demonstrates proficiency)
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Employees are allowed and encouraged to take home all farm products including vegetables, fruit, eggs, ferments, etc.
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A bonus is typically given to employees who work the entire duration of the season. This is not promised, but is strived for.
Upper Deschutes Watershed Council – Spring Education Intern (2025)
The Oregon League of Conservation Voters (OLCV)- 2025 Legislative Fellowship
Oregon League of Conservation Voters is seeking a dynamic individual who is interested in developing leadership skills as a Legislative Fellow.
About OLCV: The Oregon League of Conservation Voters (OLCV) is the political voice of Oregon’s environmental community. OLCV is a non-partisan, non-profit organization that — along with its sister organizations the OLCV Education Fund (OLCV-EF) and the OLCV PAC– passes laws to protect our natural legacy, elects pro-environment candidates, and holds our elected officials accountable. OLCV is committed to creating a culture of justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion in our organization and outward.
WSP USA- Environmental Science Intern – Summer 2025
WSP USA hosts hundreds of interns across the United States to gain hands-on, meaningful work experience to enhance their education and professional aptitude. Our interns gain exposure to real projects while working side by side with senior staff. Through our Developing Professionals Network, interns gain mentorship, networking opportunities and lifelong career connections.
Our Earth & Environment Team is seeking an Environmental Science Intern – Summer 2025 to work out of our Portland, OR or Bend, OR office. This temporary position is seeking individuals currently enrolled in an Undergraduate or Graduate program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2025 or later.
This 12-week internship will be part of the WSP Summer Internship Program that is scheduled to start on May 19th, 2025. The individual start date of the internship may be flexible.
Commute Options- Rogue Valley Safe Routes to School Coordinator
The Rogue Valley Safe Routes to School Coordinator will play a vital role in advancing the Commute Options mission to increase access to transportation options across Oregon. The Oregon SRTS program supports students and their families, including those from diverse and marginalized backgrounds, through access and knowledge on transportation options that provide affordable, safe, efficient, and equitable ways to get to and from school. This role will involve promoting and participating in Safe Routes to School (SRTS) programming throughout the Rogue Valley, including assisting established Safe Routes to School Programs and seeking out opportunities to build new programs.
Rate of Pay: Full Time, pay starting at $26/hour.
Work Location: Rogue Valley, OR – Hybrid remote and in field work.
Work Schedule: M-F, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (with flexibility)
This is a limited duration appointment that is currently funded through September 30, 2025.
Thrive Central Oregon – Multiple Roles
Bilingual Community Outreach Advocate-
Thrive is currently looking to fill both our Community Outreach Advocate and Community Outreach Advocate- Bilingual roles. Do you know someone that loves working with people, wants to assist in our community and be part of a collaborative team?
Community Outreach Advocate
The Community Outreach Advocate I is responsible to meet with individuals at designated locations to connect them to requested services and community resources. The majority of our work is focused on permanent and affordable housing. Our primary offices are in Bend and Redmond, with services provided over the phone and at drop-in sites across Central Oregon.