MRISJ Ambassador

MRISJ Overview

The mission of the Martin Richard Institute for Social Justice (MRISJ) is to build knowledge about social justice, to develop skills for advancing social justice through individual and collective action, and to serve as a catalyst for actualizing Bridgewater State University's commitment to social justice.

As an MRISJ Student Ambassador, you will play an active role in shaping how students engage with service, advocacy, and social justice on campus. Ambassadors serve as peer leaders who represent MRISJ, share their experiences, and help connect others to meaningful opportunities. This role provides students with the chance to develop leadership, creative, and community engagement skills through a social justice lens.

• Support MRISJ programming and campus initiatives, including:
• The three Annual Days of Service:
  September 11, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and Earth Day.
• Local service projects on campus and with off‑campus community partners.
• Bridgewater State University annual events such as Homecoming, Admissions Open Houses, Admitted Students Day, and recruitment events.
• Campus and departmental resource fairs: MRISJ Advocacy Fair, Votefest, Health Equity Fair, Environmental Action Fair, Be Seen, Study Abroad Fair, and others.
• MRISJ educational workshops such as the Civic Speaker Series, Empower Hours, and other departmental programs.
• Lead at least one local service project per semester.
• With guidance from the Program Manager, develop and facilitate one positive social‑change themed event each semester, including planning, coordination, and promotion.
• Represent MRISJ in various capacities across campus to provide a student’s perspective, including staffing informational tables or events, presenting to classes or student clubs, and speaking to small or large groups.
• Maintain accurate records of hours worked, responsibilities, and completed tasks for timesheets and supervisor updates.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Attend MRISJ Student Employee meetings on Thursday evenings from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm (specific dates provided in advance).
• Complete programming responsibilities in office during the work week between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm.

• Willingness to take initiative and assume leadership roles to support team and program goals.
• Experience engaging in community service, social justice initiatives, or advocacy efforts, with a demonstrated commitment to community engagement; experience with MRISJ programs preferred.
• Demonstrated interest in social justice and civic engagement, along with a commitment to diversity, equity, access, and inclusion.
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff and other students.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt within a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong oral and written communication skills to convey ideas and information to students, staff, and community organizations.
• Strong time‑management skills and ability to self‑motivate and work independently with instruction.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Must be enrolled in at least 6 credits at Bridgewater State University in good standing.
• Availability to work in the office during the work week, Monday‑Friday between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm.
• Availability some Thursday evenings from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm.

• Standing for varying periods of time.
• Transporting materials using rolling carts.
• Setting up and breaking down table displays and materials.
• Engaging with students in busy campus environments.

Appropriate accommodations will be made on an individual basis to support access to the role.

Employment at Bridgewater State University is contingent upon completion of a successful background check. Bridgewater State University is an E‑Verify employer.

$15.00 per hour

Posting Number:
Stu
05721P

Open Date: (not provided)

Close Date: 10/31/2026

Bridgewater State University is an equal employment opportunity employer and considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

For additional information about this position or for a status update of your application, please contact:

Celia Pugsley
cpugsley