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Position Information
Posting Number:
20244986V
Position Title:
Zero Waste Coordinator
Posting Type
Student
Hours/week:
up to 20 hours per week (flexible)
Eligibility:
Work study preferred but open to all students
Semester
2023-2024 Academic Year
Location
Villanova Stadium
Detailed Work Schedule
Flexible work schedule. Mostly remote work environment.
Number of positions:
2
Department:
801-FS - Trash Collection
Contact Name:
Albert Motel
Contact Phone/Extension:
6105194466
Position Summary Information
Job Description Summary:
The Student Recycling Coordinator will assist the Waste & Recycling Manager with various day to day operations.
Responsibilities:
Provide maintenance and updates to content on Villanova Recycling and Grounds Department websites as needed
Support the Student Sustainability Committee (SSC) by attending group meetings as a representative from Villanova Recycling
Research existing and available waste & recycling technologies and programs to evaluate potential of implementation on Villanova’s campus.
Compile data and information for annual State and County recycling reports, or other reports as necessary.
Provide support for campus sustainability events as needed.
Conduct inventory of waste/recycling bins and signage throughout campus.
Participate in and assist with organizing waste audits throughout campus to measure effectiveness of program and help identify opportunities for improving operations.
Assist in leading, guiding, and training students, and/or volunteers working on campus recycling efforts.
Outreach to campus community and other recycling offices on college campuses.
Meet with or speak to other organizations regarding recycling initiatives and operations on campus.
Requirements:
Professional interest in sustainability, recycling, and campus engagement
Strong desire to learn and enthusiasm for environmental education.
Big picture thinking with creative ideas for student engagement.
Organized, willing to take initiative, think and act proactively to solve problems and assess priorities, and manage a variety of tasks calmly and effectively.
Experience making presentations and proposals, as well as presenting.
Ability to work well independently and in a team setting
Experience leading groups, organizing events, and managing large scale programs.
Preferred: proficient with Microsoft office suite, Adobe Creative Cloud applications, and AEM authoring. Willing to train the right candidates.
Additional Information:
Physical Demands Summary:
The job regularly requires walking or standing for several hours on a routine basis, or lifting of moderately heavy items or boxes (up to 40 pounds).
Wage Rate:
$13.00/hour
Posting Detail Information
Closing Date (11:59pm ET):
Open Until Filled
Yes
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* Are you currently a registered Villanova student?
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* Are you eligible for work study?
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* What is your availability? (days and times)
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* Have you ever worked on campus before? If “Y”, what department and semester/year?
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* Please explain what interests you about this position.
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* Please describe in detail how your background and experience would be applicable for this position in a College/University setting.
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* Are you proficient in all Microsoft Office products, including Excel, Power Point and Front Page?
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* Which School/College are you enrolled in at Villanova?
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* What is your class year?
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* Please describe yourself and your work characteristics?
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* Do you have experience with maintaining or creating webpages?If yes, please describe
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* Do you have experience with social networking, e-communication or interactive marketing in a business, academic or non profit environment?
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* Are you proficient in Microsoft Excel?
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* Do you have experience using Adobe Suite and/or Canva to design marketing materials? If so, please describe.
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* Are you comfortable with lifting equipment that is at least 30lbs?
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