CALL FOR ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE COMMITTEE MEMBERS  (11/07)DEADLINE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS:  January 12, 2008.JOIN EJC and contribute to the betterment of people, places and traditions of the Sierra Club.  You will make a difference while practicing professional skills.  ECJ offers challenges and personal growth.THE ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE COMMITTEE: REQUEST FOR APPLICANTSThe Environmental Justice Committee (EJC) is seeking candidates with experience and/or expertise, plus a strong interest, in the following areas: civil rights; civil liberties; the environmental justice implications of issues such as climate change, toxics, waste, transportation, sprawl, Superfund and wildlands; providing tools and training on Environmental Justice and Community Organizing for Chapters and Groups; and serving as a resource to Club activists working on the Club's conservation issues, political campaigns, and organizational effectiveness.Service on the EJC requires a genuine commitment of time and energy.  Activists who are already over-committed--as many of our best leaders are--may be asked to give up some of their current commitments in order to serve effectively as a Committee member.  For a better idea of the work we do, please review the description of EJC below and the list of qualifications for appointment that precede the application form below.Selection of a minimum of four (4) committee members will be based on several criteria, including: (1) enthusiasm for environmental justice activism; (2) relevant area of interest and/or expertise; (3) geographic location; (4) willingness to work for an integrated program of environmental justice in the Sierra Club; (5) commitment to remain active on the committee for at least two years; (6) ability to communicate effectively orally and electronically; and (7) capacity to work both as part of a team and as an individual activist (while remaining in contact with the committee for guidance and consent).Appointments to the EJC are made by The Environmental Quality Strategy Team (EQST, part of the Conservation Governance Committee, CGC), based on the application and phone interviews with prospective candidates.  Interviewers represent the EQST and EJC.  If you are interested in submitting your name for consideration, please read and follow the instructions completely.  If you know of others who might be interested, please pass this announcement on to them. Sierra Club of Canada members are not eligible to apply.DEADLINE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS:  January 12, 2008.The completed application should be sent (email preferred) to Bob Hastings, coordinator of the Search Committee.Search Committee CoordinatorBob [log in to unmask] N. Northington StreetPrattville, AL 36067Search Committee MembersMary [log in to unmask]   or [log in to unmask] Box 202045Anchorage, AK  99520Delores [log in to unmask] BassettDetroit, MI  42817David [log in to unmask] Vista BonitaSan Antonio, TX  78216ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE COMMITTEEThe Sierra Club Environmental Justice Committee (EJC) reports to and advises the Environmental Quality Strategy Team (EQST).  The EJC is responsible for providing support and guidance to Club activists at all levels who are attempting to deal with environmental justice issues, for encouraging better communication among EJ advocates both inside and outside of the Club, for helping to shape national Club policies and positions that have environmental justice implications, for supporting the work of the Environmental Justice Grassroots Organizing Program (currently, 9 Organizers in 8 areas with Program Director and support staff in DC), and for assuring that the Club's historic commitment to the principles of environmental justice is understood and sustained in all of the Club's endeavors.The current members of EJC are:Mary Grisco, Co-ChairErin Kautz, Budget ManagerDelores Leonard, Member Joe Wallace, MemberAdi Nochur, MemberErnestine Carpenter, MemberMegan Rulli, Memberand those who assist us areBarbara Yarrow, AdvisorNick Aumen, AdvisorRobert Brulle, AdvisorPaul Mohai, AdvisorAaron Mair, AdvisorKirstin Replogle, AdvisorPhaedra Pezzullo, AdvisorLydia Fischer, AdvisorBob Hastings, EQST Liaison to EJCDavid Wells, EQST Liaison to EJCTy Dawson, Liaison to Sierra Student CoalitionJuan Parras, AdvisorKim Allen, AdvisorTerry Harris, AdvisorWilli Nolan, Liaison from Sierra Club CanadaFor more information on serving as part of EJC or about current individual members, please visit www.sierraclub.org or contact us.  We strongly advise that any applicant review the SC Principles of EJ and the SC Guidelines of EJ Grassroots Organizing.  QUALIFICATIONS FOR APPOINTMENTWe encourage people of color, activists of all ages, and both rural and urban activists to apply.  Those that have experience as part of or working with communities of color and/or economically disadvantaged communities are especially encouraged to apply, as are applicants who live in the central contiguous US or west of the Mississippi River.Our committee seeks those with (1) administrative skills; (2) understanding and experience with environmental litigation; (3) training expertise; (4) organizing expertise; (4) writing experience; (5) desktop publishing; (6) fundraising as well as other professional experience and (7) chapter and/or national committee Club experience.Use of electronic mail and participation in monthly conference calls (generally in the evening) are required.  EJC and EQST will assist an exceptional candidate who does not have and cannot afford email access.  Also, ability to travel occasionally to meetings or conferences is important.  (Transportation and lodging expenses are reimbursed by the EJC.) In evaluating nominations, the EQST strives to achieve diversity in geography, ethnicity, and gender, to build closer connections with grassroots leadership (current or recent-past Chapter or Group leadership is a plus), to expand the Club's influence (a demonstrated ability to communicate with and motivate people external to Sierra Club is a plus), and to increase our ability to communicate more effectively within the Club about the issues and the accomplishments of activists at all levels (understanding the Sierra Club structure and internal processes is a plus).  The Club is a volunteer driven organization; EJC and other committees provide administrative management and guidance for policy and other decisions.JOIN EJC and contribute to the betterment of people, places and traditions of the Sierra Club.  You will make a difference while practicing professional skills.  ECJ offers challenges and personal growth.************************************************************ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE COMMITTEE APPLICATIONName:Membership # (required):Contact information (address, phone(s), FAX, email, & best times to reach you):Sierra Club activities and leadership positions held, with dates:Environmental work (community, state, national, and/or international level):Statement reflecting interest in and experience with environmental justice issues:What specific skills do you bring to EJC:References with contact information (3); your Chapter Chair should be included as one of the three.
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