Study Student Coordinator - Center Environmental Stewardship

Position: Work Study Student Coordinator - Center for Environmental Stewardship
Location: Owings Mills

The Work Study Student Coordinator, CES is a Work Study position. The Work Study Student Coordinator will plan, organize, and implement initiatives for the Center for Environmental Stewardship (CES), including outreach and service programs, environmental advocacy on-campus, and educational programming. The Work Study Student Coordinator will serve as a resource for students on campus. Additionally, they will develop their own unique environmental initiative within a given budget.

Education/Experience

Currently enrolled Stevenson University student in good standing with the university academically and judicially. Minimum of sophomore standing preferred. Must be eligible for Federal Work Study.

Knowledge/Skills/Ability

* Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills

* Time management skills

* Excellent written and verbal communications skills

* Ability to take initiative and follow through on projects.

* Proficiency with Microsoft applications and internet research techniques

* Detail oriented and, able to multi-task and work independently

* Ability to work effectively as a team member

* Desire to protect natural resources and preserve the environment.

* Desire to work with diverse communities on environmental service projects.

* Ability to work on Saturdays and evenings.

* Ability to work outdoors and at off-campus community partner sites as needed.

* Knowledge of and willingness to learn about environmental issues.

* Ability to coordinate and collaborate with community partners

* Desire to learn leadership skills to coordinate volunteers, projects, or programs.

Physical Requirements

Medium work:
Must be able to lift and carry supplies, not in excess of 40 pounds. Must be able to walk, bend, lift, and carry items reasonable distances. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time. Position also works in science laboratories and in the field. Exposure to chemicals, biologicals, chemical processes, magnetic field, and scientific equipment/instrumentation and natural outdoor environments is likely.

Essential Functions

* Assist Director with facilitating the CES programs and events including, but not limited to planning, implementation, and assessment.

* Assist Director with data collection and analysis for the purpose of program assessment.

* Create, propose, gain approval for, and implement a unique project within a provided budget.

* Perform research independently and make recommendations regarding best practices in environmental outreach, potential programs and events, and other related topics.

* Assist with managing social media accounts.

* Work with student clubs to create collaborative programs and events related to environmental sustainability, stewardship, and/or service.

* Serve as a resource to peers on environmental sustainability and stewardship

* Model environmentally sustainable behavior

Reports To Director, CES