We are currently expanding our board of directors to increase the strength and diversity of our organization. We are seeking individuals with a deep passion for ecological sustainability and enough time to commit to the duties of being a board member. Previous board experience is not necessary. Board candidate elections take place each April and potential candidates are encouraged to follow the steps below at any time during the year. If you are interested in learning more about becoming a candidate for our Board of Directors, please follow these four steps:

1) Take an online tour of NWEEC and learn more about being a board member by clicking here.
2) Let us know about your board and other volunteer interests by clicking here.
3) Download and complete the Board/Volunteer Candidate Matrix then email it to emcwayne@nweec.org.
4) Email a copy of your resume or CV to emcwayne@nweec.org.

Once we have reviewed all of your information, we will contact you regarding your interests and answer any questions you may have. Pre-screened candidates will be invited to attend a portion of our Board Meeting on April 16, 2008 from 6:30 P.M. to 7:30 P.M. during which elections will take place.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Erick McWayne for more information at (206)762-1976 or emcwayne@nweec.org. We look forward to hearing from you!

Professional Services

We are currently seeking accounting consultation for our organization in an effort to create annual audited financial statements. This will allow NWEEC to pursue GSA contracts and Federal combined giving campaigns. If you know of anyone who may be able to assist us with this, please feel free to contact us at (206)762-1976 or email us at info@nweec.org.

Program Volunteers

There are numerous ways to get involved with the Northwest Environmental Education Council (NWEEC). Specific opportunities are listed below. To learn about other opportunities and express your interest in potentially getting involved click here. For more info, contact us at (206)762-1976 or email us at info@nweec.org.

Earth Club Facilitators

The Northwest Environmental Education Council is looking for individuals to help run our established Earth Club program at Seattle area elementary schools. This is a perfect opportunity for individuals interested in gaining experience in the field of environmental education at various grade levels. Students will be trained and assisted by staff at The Northwest Environmental Education Council. Volunteers will have the opportunity to work anywhere from 1 to 5 days a week. Earth Clubs are typically one hour long. For more information about our Earth Club program, click here, or call Shannon at (206) 923-1980. We look forward to hearing from you!

Workshop Instructors (Status: Ongoing Contract Hire)
Status: Ongoing contract work as needed
Start Date: Ongoing contract work as needed
Compensation: $400 - $500 per day plus expenses
Location: Georgetown (South Seattle)

The Northwest Environmental Training Center (NWETC) is always seeking experienced environmental professionals who enjoy teaching to lead training events for environmental professionals in the Pacific Northwest. The Environmental Professional Training Program is one of NWETC's four programs. Workshop topics range across the spectrum of environmental science, biology, ecology, geology, chemistry, health and safety, engineering, planning, and management.

All interested applicants are encouraged to copy our list of potential workshop topics into an email and indicate the following *** = topic you can teach immediately with minimal preparation, ** = area of competency some reading to refresh you memory required, * = area of knowledge - substantial preparation required. Submit your list to info@nwetc.org. Click here for a list of potential workshop topics. Workshops are typically one to three days long and are often co-taught by a team of instructors. Workshop attendees are typically environmental consultants, planners, engineers, natural resource managers, and public regulators. Our trainers receive from $400 - $500 per day plus any travel, lodging, and material expenses. Positions are part-time to full-time and flexible. We prefer candidates with an M.S. or Ph.D. in a related field, but will consider all experienced applicants. If you possess experience and enjoy teaching, please send resume to:

Northwest Environmental Education Council
650 S. Orcas Street, Suite 220
Seattle, Washington 98108

or via email at info@nweec.org