Position Title: Zero Waste Coordinator
Posting Number: 20244986V
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: 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 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 the effectiveness of the 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.
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: Open Until Filled
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