Zero Waste Coordinator

Weber State University; Ogden, Northern (UT, KY); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Weber State University is seeking a student for the Zero Waste Coordinator role. The position leads zero waste initiatives, chairs the sustainability committee, and coordinates recycling education at athletic events, campus programs, and club activities.

As a current student with strong organizational and communication skills, you will manage data for sustainability reporting and assist with outreach. The role is hourly, 20 hours/week, long-term with enrollment at WSU.

Qualifications

• Must be a current WSU student with a minimum GPA of 2.5.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of the zero waste and green purchasing goals in WSU’s Sustainability Plan.
• Chair the Zero Waste Committee by organizing meetings, setting agendas, and guiding the work.
• Lead the Zero Waste Athletics Program with volunteers and recycle education at games.
• Serve as Zero Waste VP within the Environmental Ambassadors Club and manage events.
• Assist with planning and execution of other Environmental Ambassador Club events.
• Conduct monthly recycling contamination checks and maintain records for annual reporting.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Adobe Suite

Communication

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivated

Creative problem solver

Tools

Excel

Word

Adobe Suite

Job description

Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Position Information

Position Title

Requisition Number

Requisition Number H01321P

Position Category

Position Category Hourly/Work Study

Campus Location

Campus Location Weber State University - Ogden, UT

Hours per week 20

Months per year

Months per year 12

Starting as soon as possible with duration as long as mutually desired and enrolled at WSU as a student.

Pay Grade

Hourly Pay Rate

Hourly Pay Rate $13.50

FLSA

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Zero Waste Coordinator will serve as the Chair of WSU’s Zero Waste Committee and will be responsible for taking the lead implementing the zero waste and green purchasing goals and objectives in WSU’s Sustainability Plan. Specifically, this position is responsible for the following:

• a. Leading the implementation of the zero waste and green purchasing goals and objectives in WSU’s Sustainability Plan.
• b. Serving as WSU’s Zero Waste Committee Chair which requires organizing meetings, setting agendas, and leading the work of this committee.
• c. Leading WSU’s Zero Waste Athletics Program (Wildcats go Zero Waste) which includes recruiting volunteers and working with Athletics staff to provide recycling education at the games.
• d. Serving as the Zero Waste Vice President within the Environmental Ambassadors Club. Managing student zero waste events (e.g. Green move in/out, free swap, fix-it workshops, or waste-related speakers/film screenings, book clubs, etc.).
• e. Assisting the EA president as needed with the planning and execution of all other Environmental Ambassador Club events.
• f. Conducting monthly recycling contamination check-ins and maintain up-to-date records for annual reporting purposes.
• g. Conducting zero waste education and outreach.
• h. Assisting the Sustainability Manager with collecting and analyzing all waste and green purchasing-related data for WSU’s annual sustainability report and for STARS .

Required Qualifications

• - Must be a current WSU student with a minimum GPA of 2.5.

Preferred Qualifications

• - Experience working with Microsoft Excel, Word, and the Adobe Suite
• - Excellent communication skills, including but not limited to: technical writing, computer skills, public speaking, and oral presentation
• - Excellent interpersonal skills
• - Self-motivated and organized
• - A creative and collaborative problem solver

Due to the Affordable Care Act ( ACA ), individuals who have worked in a salaried capacity for Weber State University are ineligible to be hired as an hourly or adjunct employee at Weber State for six months.

Physical Activity of this position Maintaining equilibrium to prevent falling. Walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces. Amount of balancing exceeds that needed for ordinary locomotion and maintenance of body equilibrium. , Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires full motion of the lower extremities and back muscles. , Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees., Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine. , Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet. , Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction., Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time. , Moving about to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another., Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward. , Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion. , Lifting. Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles. , Operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, place, detect, or position. , Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance., Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

Physical Requirements of this position Light work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work.

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision.

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision. Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading., Required to have close visual acuity to inspect small defects, small parts at distances close to the eye., Required to have visual acuity to perform activities such as: operating machines, (i.e. lathes, drill presses, power saws) where the job is at or within arm’s reach; skilled trades tasks of a non-repetitive nature, such as carpenter, plumber, mechanic. , Required to have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment. , Required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned (i.e., custodial, food services,) or to make general observations of facilities or structures (i.e., security guard, inspection).

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position.

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position. The worker is subject to environmental conditions. Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. , The worker is subject to outside environmental changes. No effective protection from the weather. , The worker is subject to both environmental conditions. Activities occur inside and outside. , The worker is subject to noise. There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above ambient noise level., The worker is subject to vibration. Exposure to oscillating movements of the extremities or whole body. , The worker is subject to hazards. Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals. , The worker is subject to atmospheric conditions. One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system or the skin: fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation. , The worker is required to function in narrow aisles or passageways.

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of References with Contact Info

Optional Documents