Temporary Energy and Climate Justice Assistant

University of Colorado; Boulder (CO); Hybrid; USD 29.000 - 39.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Environmental Center at the University of Colorado Boulder invites applications for the Temporary Energy and Climate Justice Assistant role to plan and support campus energy and climate justice campaigns, build workshops, and coordinate with on- and off-campus partners. We seek knowledge of policy and advocacy, content design, and community organizing; data analysis is a plus.

A driver's license and occasional night work may be required.

Qualifikationen

• Strong project management skills and ability to support campaigns.
• Experience with community organizing and advocacy work.
• Knowledge of policy and advocacy at the state/local level is a plus.
• Ability to design content and analyze data for campaigns.
• Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion in programs.

Aufgaben

• Supporting the Climate Action team with energy and climate campaign efforts.
• Ensuring contract deliverables are met while supporting community initiatives.
• Supporting students with energy and climate justice efforts.

Kenntnisse

Project management

Community organizing

Research

Analytical skills

Reporting

Climate justice experience

Diversity, equity and inclusion

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Studies, Media & Communications, Policy or equivalent

Master's degree or equivalent in Environmental Sustainability, Policy or equivalent

Jobbeschreibung

Requisition Number: 75498

Location: Boulder, Colorado

City: Boulder

State: Colorado

Employment Type: Temporary Staff

Schedule: Full-Time

Posting Close Date: 23-Oct-2026

Date Posted: 14-Oct-2026

Job Summary

The Environmental Center encourages applications for the Temporary Energy and Climate Justice Assistant role! We are seeking a motivated and organized individual to plan and support energy and climate justice campaigns and initiatives on campus. In this role, you will support and communicate campaigns with a focus on behavior change, build and facilitate workshops, and gather feedback from participating parties. Collaboration with on and off campus partners will be key to ensuring the success of these initiatives.

You should have a strong knowledge of policy and advocacy work, content design experience, and community organizing skills preferred. Data analysis skills are a plus. A driver's license and the ability to occasionally work nights is needed.

Additionally, you will support student staff each semester to ensure smooth program and content creation for campaign efforts. This includes supporting the team in setting up systems that build on previous work, empowering student teams to co-create campaigns, and ensuring the continuity and growth of ongoing projects.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

The Division of Student Life consists of 36 departments that provide student support and services dedicated to helping students become successful, curious, competent individuals during their time at CU Boulder.

Environmental Center

The Environmental Center leads locally and globally by providing direct services and expertise to our campus community and beyond. Services are provided in the areas of zero waste, sustainable transportation, renewable energy programs, sustainability training, educational events and more. Founded in 1970 by students, the Environmental Center is the nation's longest-standing, largest and most accomplished student-led center of its kind. Recognizing that diversity and social justice initiatives are key components of sustainability, the Environmental Center strives for diversity, inclusivity and social justice in our staff, all programs, activities and outcomes.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

• Supporting the Climate Action team with energy and climate campaign efforts in Residence Halls as well as Engineering and Climate Justice efforts.
• Ensuring City of Boulder contract deliverables are met while supporting the Sustainable Buffs in the Neighborhood team.
• Supporting students with energy and climate justice efforts.

What You Should Know

• This is a part-time, temporary role that will start in early November and last about 9 months. This role will follow a hybrid schedule.

What We Can Offer

• The hourly rate for this temporary position is $25.00

Benefits

Temporary positions at the University of Colorado are not benefits-eligible, however, all positions are eligible for paid sick leave.

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What We Require

• Bachelors in Environmental Studies, Media and Communications, Policy or equivalent.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute.

What You Will Need

• Strong project management skills
• Community organizing skills
• Research skills
• Analytical skills
• Reporting skills
• Climate Justice experience
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion experience.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Masters' degree or equivalent experience in Environmental Sustainability, Policy or equivalent.
• Experience working with college students in a university setting.
• Experience with policy and advocacy at the state and local level.