Biodiversity Coordinator, Sustainability - $8.00/hour

Messiah College; Grantham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate Biodiversity Coordinator to support sustainability initiatives on campus. This role involves managing tree resources, promoting biodiversity, and engaging the campus community in conservation efforts. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, a basic understanding of ecosystems, and a willingness to perform physical tasks. This is a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact on the environment while gaining valuable experience in sustainability practices. Join a vibrant community dedicated to preserving and enhancing our natural surroundings, while fostering a culture of ecological responsibility.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of sustainability and knowledge of ecosystems preferred.
• Open to any majors with relevant coursework being a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve on the Tree Care Committee and maintain the campus tree plan.
• Develop educational programs related to conservation efforts.
• Assess biodiversity impact and plan tree planting projects.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Leadership ability

Basic tool usage

Physical strength (lifting up to 50 pounds)

Strong communication skills

Passion for sustainability

Education

Coursework in Biology

Coursework in Environmental Science

Coursework in Sustainability

Tools

Basic tools for physical labor

Job description

Biodiversity Coordinator, Sustainability - $8.00/hour

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Position Title: Biodiversity Coordinator, Sustainability - $8.00/hour

Position Type: Student

Number of Open Positions: 1

Department: Sustainability (2714)

Campus: Main Campus (Grantham)

Work Period: 8 hours/week

Duration of Appointment: Fall, Spring

Work Schedule: The Student Biodiversity Coordinator is required to work 8 hours per week during the academic year.

Position Description

Position Summary: The Biodiversity Coordinator will help protect, preserve and revitalize habitat through sustainable land management. This Coordinator will manage our current tree resources, the apiary, pollinator meadows and involvement in Tree Campus USA. The Biodiversity work study student should be able to recognize the connection between biological and cultural diversity. Student should be willing to delve into the meaning of community in their area of sustainability study. For some, that will mean the Messiah Campus Community (through programming) and/or the ecological community or the larger off-campus community. Student must also be willing to do physical labor (tree plantings, seedings, stake replacements, etc.) and be able to assist in measuring carbon sequestration and assessments of the needs of reforestation. This position will support the overall mission of the sustainability office and its programs.

Major Preferred: Open to any majors, some coursework in Biology, Environmental Science, Sustainability, a plus.

Experience Required: A basic understanding of sustainability, knowledge of ecosystems and biodiversity a plus.

Skills, Characteristics Required for Position:

• Proficiency with MS Office
• Ability to influence and lead peers
• Basic knowledge of use of tools
• Be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Strong communication, both verbally and in writing
• Passionate about implementing sustainability solutions to the campus environment

Primary Duties:

1. Serve as the student representative on the campus Tree Care Committee
2. Maintain/update campus tree plan
3. Develop and administer educational programs related to conservation; including but not limited to pollinator habitat, stream restoration, tree care, and other land conservation efforts
4. Develop off-campus partnerships
5. Assess impact of biodiversity on campus
6. Plan Arbor Day celebration and other service-related tree planting projects
7. Work closely with Buildings and Grounds to maintain and grow current programs
8. Develop new programs (on and off campus)
9. Create opportunity to assess endangered and vulnerable species and identify environmentally sensitive areas on campus
10. Measure carbon sequestration on campus
11. Maintain consistent and reliable attendance

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Please describe what sustainability means to you (300 words maximum). (Open Ended Question)