Sustainability Outreach Associate Work Study

LM Wind Power / GE; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 11,024 - 15,701; Part time

Job summary

LM Wind Power / GE is seeking a part-time Sustainability Outreach Associate for Union College in Schenectady, NY. This role involves assisting the Sustainability Manager with data collection, community engagement, and event planning to promote sustainability initiatives.

Students will gain practical experience in project management and professional communication while implementing new sustainability programs. Candidates should possess strong organizational skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office and social media platforms.

Qualifications

• Energetic and self-driven personality.
• Strong oral and written communication abilities.
• Ability to manage outreach for sustainability programs.

Responsibilities

• Assist Sustainability Manager with sustainability operations.
• Promote sustainability programs and events on campus.
• Manage outreach via emails, flyers, and social media.

Skills

Excellent organizational and communications skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs

Familiarity with various social media platforms

Education

Knowledge of sustainability/environmental studies

Job description

## Sustainability Outreach Associate Work StudyApplylocations: Union College, Schenectady, NYtime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR101447This job is **only** available to students who qualify for Work-Study. If you are unsure whether you have been awarded Work-Study, please contact the Financial Aid office at [e-mail] within the Facilities Services department, this role will assist the Sustainability Manager with the duties of sustainability operations and programming including; data collection, processing, and analysis, community engagement, event planning, record keeping, reporting, and other tasks as needed. The position offers excellent opportunities for students to improve professional communication skills, gain experience with project management, and engage with campus sustainability both operationally and programmatically. There will also be opportunities for students to create and implement new sustainability programs/campaigns of their choice. Please note: all students in their first year as a Sustainability Outreach Associate will be paired with a peer mentor (a returning Sustainability Outreach Associate).**Department:** Office of Sustainability, Facilities Services **Location:** Facilities Services**Supervisor:** Sustainability Manager**Hours/Shifts Available:** 10hr/week**Rate of Pay:** $9.70/hr**Number of Positions available:** 3**Essential Responsibilities and Duties:*** Collaborate with Sustainability Manager and other sustainability associates* Assist with sustainability initiatives and programming on campus* Participate in and promote sustainability related programs, resources, services and events* Assist with green event planning, supervise events and coordinate/manage volunteers* Develop, implement, and manage outreach to promote sustainability programs/initiatives, events and resources including; emails, flyers, posters, social media and campus outreach tables* Serve as a liaison to campus organizations, residences and other departments to advertise and promote sustainability related events/programs/initiatives* Assist in developing program and event schedules for each term by researching various topics, identifying appropriate timing for specific programs and Sustainability Calendar development* Assist in managing/improving the campus recycling/composting program* Support with the Annual Presidential Green Grant program and the Green Fee program* Perform other related duties as required**Qualifications:*** Energetic and self-driven* Excellent organizational and communications skills (oral and written)* Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)* Familiarity with various social media platforms* Knowledge of sustainability/environmental studies/related topics preferred**Location:** Schenectady, NY**E-Verify Participation:** Union College participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify and your Right to Work (Derecho a Trabajar).