Zero Waste Coordinator

Zero Waste Coordinator

Position Information
Posting Number: V

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:  Academic Year

Location:

Villanova Stadium

Number of positions: 1

Department: 801-FS - Trash Collection

Contact Name:
Albert Motel
Contact Phone/Extension:

Position Summary Information

Job Description

Summary:

The Student Recycling Coordinator will assist the Waste & Recycling Manager with various day to day operations.

• 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

• 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.

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

Closing Date (11:59pm ET):
Open Until Filled Yes

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you currently a registered Villanova student?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you eligible for work study?
  • Yes
  • No
  • I don't know
• * What is your availability? (days and times)

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Have you ever worked on campus before? If “Y”, what department and semester/year?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Please explain what interests you about this position.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Please describe in detail how your background and experience would be applicable for this position in a College/University setting.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Are you proficient in all Microsoft Office products, including Excel, Power Point and Front Page?
  • Yes, in all
  • Yes, but on a limited basis
  • Limited experience
  • No eperience with Excel, Power Point and /or Front Page
• * Which School/College are you enrolled in at Villanova?
  • College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
  • Villanova School of Business
  • College of Engineering
  • College of Nursing
  • School of Law
• * What is your class year?
  • Freshman
  • Sophomore
  • Junior
  • Senior
  • None of the above
• * Please describe yourself and your work characteristics?

  (Open Ended Question)

• Do you have experience with maintaining or creating webpages?
  
  If yes, please describe

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Do you have experience with social networking, e-communication or interactive marketing in a business, academic or non profit environment?
  • Yes, in all
  • Yes, but on a limited basis
  • No
• Are you proficient in Microsoft Excel?
  • Yes
  • No
• Do you have experience using Adobe Suite and/or Canva to design marketing materials? If so, please describe.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Are you comfortable with lifting equipment that is at least 30lbs?
  • Yes
  • No
  • Maybe
• How did you first hear of this employment opportunity?
  • Linked In
  • Glassdoor
  • Chronicle Vitae
  • Academic Keys
  • PA Career Link/Job Gateway
  • Professional Affiliation/Trade Website
  • Diversity Association/Publication Website
  • Advertisement in Academic or Professional Publication
  • Referred by a current employee
  • Referred by a friend, family member, or former employee
  • Heard about it at a conference or career fair
  • Browsing the Villanova website
  • Cabrini University employee
  • Other
• * What is your availability (days, times)?

  (Open Ended Question)

Required Documents

• Resume / Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
• Letters of Reference (uploaded by applicant)
• Other Document
• Other Document (2)