Project Assistant

Cascadia Consulting Group, an environmental management consulting firm based in Seattle, Washington, is seeking a project assistant to support projects related to resource conservation, recycling and solid waste, watershed management, and sustainability.

This full-time, entry-level position will support the work of Cascadia's Policy & Planning and Research & Analysis practice areas. The job involves working as part of a team of professionals to research and analyze issues and to help advise public and private clients on resource conservation efforts.

Primary job responsibilities for this position include:

• Performing research and analysis of environmental and socioeconomic data, including telephone interviews, literature reviews, field surveys, and internet research;
• Conducting quantitative analyses, including development and use of spreadsheets and databases;
• Assisting with writing and preparation of reports and presentations for public and private clients;
• Supporting business development activities, including production of proposals for prospective clients and marketing materials; and
• Conducting other project work and duties as assigned, including assistance with administrative tasks.

The ideal candidate will:

• Show strong critical thinking and research skills, including talent for quantitative analysis;
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and effective interpersonal skills;
• Have an undergraduate degree, preferably with coursework in quantitative methods (e.g., economics, mathematics) and/or environmental studies (e.g., ecology, environmental science/policy, geology);
• Bring prior experience or an interest in resource conservation, recycling and solid waste, watershed management, or sustainability issues;
• Be a highly motivated self-starter with energy, creativity, and a sense of humor;
• Demonstrate an ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and thrive in a flexible, fast-paced work environment; and
• Be a skilled user of Microsoft Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint, and other MS Office programs.

Expected annual salary range is in the high 20s to mid-30s, depending on experience; compensation is competitive within the environmental arena. For the right candidate, this position has opportunities for growth and progressively increasing project responsibility.

If you meet these qualifications, please send your resume and letter of interest (electronic submissions strongly preferred) by Monday, May 1, 2006, to the email address below. Please note how you learned of this job opening in your cover letter or email message, and note "Project Assistant" in your email subject line.

Cascadia Consulting Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and strongly encourages persons of color, women, and veterans to apply.