Job Opportunities

1161 Ingleside Road, Norfolk, VA 23502
Phone: (757) 858-8011 fax (757) 627-4760
Eggleston Services is an EEO/Affirmative Action employer

 Greenhouse Manager

 For over 50 years, Eggleston Services has been helping people. Enjoy a rewarding and challenging position with this nonprofit organization whose motto is “excellence in action”. We are seeking an innovative, strong leader to manage day to day operations and expand greenhouse and landscaping business opportunities. The ideal candidate will be someone who enjoys hands on growing activities with expertise in all aspects of plant production including purchasing supplies, propagation, potting, fertilizing, watering, pest and disease management practices, and establishing environmental controls. Other duties consists of business development & marketing, supervising vocational training staff, providing customer service, implementing inventory control, and ensuring the upkeep of equipment and facilities. A flexible work schedule to include some weekends is required. Position requirements include experience in greenhouse plant production and management with proven ability to be self motivated. To learn more about Eggleston Services visit our website: www.EgglestonServices.org

 Compensation: $32,000-$36,000 with full benefit package, including 15 paid days off per year, health and dental insurance, tuition assistance, life insurance 2 X annual salary, long term disability, and 403 (b) contribution of 4%, annually.

 Apply to: Eggleston Services, 1161 Ingleside Road, Norfolk, VA 23502 or e-mail www.HR@egglestonservices.org. The position is open until filled.  E.O.E.

We are looking for a bright, personable individual with horticulture experience, neat appearance, excellent work habits , reliable with  a valid driver’s license.  References required.  Pay commensurate with experience.  Housing available.

Please call 804-815-2807 or e-mail dgilman6@cox.net

Watershed Circuit Rider 

Canaan Valley Institute (CVI) is currently seeking applicants for a watershed circuit rider. The base for this position is flexible and could be in the main office in Thomas, WV or in our Charleston, WV regional office. Additional information on CVI can be found on our website at www.canaanvi.org.   

Watershed circuit riders provide assistance to local watershed and community-based initiatives. These services include:  

Outreach support including meeting facilitation and partnership building; 
Technical assistance in identifying and assessing water quality problems; 
Education and assistance in evaluating, developing, and implementing actions designed to address identified water quality problems; 
Project management support to assist groups with planning and implementation projects; and 
Assist CVI and community groups with identifying and securing funding for projects.

Qualified candidates will have a four-year undergraduate degree in environmental science, natural resources, or related degree; have demonstrated experience working with volunteer groups; and possess strong technical knowledge in decentralized wastewater treatment systems. Experience with grant writing is helpful. Significant travel throughout CVI’s service area will be required, therefore candidates should possess or be eligible to obtain a valid operators license.

 Interested applicants please apply with a cover letter and resume to personnel@canaanvi.org  or via postal mail to: CR; Canaan Valley Institute; #1 Creative Place; NorthGate Business Park; Charleston, WV 25311 by Juy 25, 2008. 

 Canaan Valley Institute is an equal opportunity employer.