Student Worker•

ENVS Department Team LeadNumber of Openings:

1

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Coordinate with the STF Coordinator to organize and promote environmentally-focused projects, while determining whether the projects scope falls within the DoES (Department Manager) or at the University at-large (STF Coordinator)Supervise, plan, prioritize, and evaluate the work of DoES student employeesCorrespond with the DoES Student Board with the expectation that they organize six on-campus student engagement events or activities annuallyAssist faculty members in various tasks, such as sending emails, creating advertisements, reviewing faculty hiring materials, cleaning offices, etc.

Expand and maintain the Ohio Wesleyan University Environment & Sustainability LinkedIn GroupGenerate a department newsletter per semester to attract prospective students, communicate with current students, and share with alumniWorking with STEM Career Catalyst to communicate job and internship opportunitiesManage and modernize the Environmental Welcome Center, a designated space for both student employees and prospective environmental students to complete academic and professional workHelp manage departmental environmental projects (e.g., battery recycling, composting, etc.)

Requirements:

Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructionsMajor in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, and/or GeographyBe an upperclassman (junior or senior student)Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with on

• and off-campus organizationsOrganizational skills

Qualifications:

Must be a current student, preferably enrolled in the Psychology program.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and comfortable learning new software.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.

Previous office or customer service experience is a plus, but not required.

Timeline:

WeeklyHelp with miscellaneous tasks assigned by the Department ChairEmail prospective students about our department (Link)Help manage direction for various environmental projects, such as battery recycling, composting, etcMonthlyMeet with the Department of Environment & Sustainability Student Board to discuss monthly events, social media, and promo items, such as t-shirts, water bottles, or bagsUpdate ENVS Courses Google Sheet to send out to Listserv (Link)SemesterlyUpdate and distribute semester newsletter to students, faculty and alumni (Link)Update the Department of Environment & Sustainability Student Board document (Link).Assist in coordinating the hiring of students for the following semester (e.g., tutors, graders, coordinators, etc.) AnnuallyFacilitate connections, and collaborate with STEM Catalyst between the Department and outside organizations that could offer job or research opportunitiesConnection with

OWU ENVS

Alumni through the Ohio Wesleyan University

• Environment & Sustainability LinkedIn Group or other methodsMaintain communications with sister universities (College of Wooster, Oberlin College, Denison University, and Kenyon College)Modernize the Environmental Welcome Center, a designated space for both student employees and prospective environmental students to complete academic and professional workHelp coordinate with StAP intern on May Move Out, Green Week (the week around Earth Day on April 22) including attending meetings and organizing events.

Work with Department Chair and ENVS professors to organize annual ENVS Expo, including catering, establishing student group panels, and coordinating events throughout the dayWork with the ENVS Student Board to organize the annual ENVS end-of-year Picnic where students receive awards and graduating seniors receive cordsWork with Department Chair to coordinate post-commencement reception for seniors to introduce family members to ENVS professors with casual snacks and comradery Month-by-Month TimelineAugust

• Begin working on the Fall newsletter; meet with full-time faculty, STEM Career Catalyst, STF Coordinator, DoES Student Board, and sister universities to discuss your role and expectations; update the DoES Student Board document and place it in the DoES hallway.

September

• Release newsletter to students, faculty and alumni; access environmental student projects/green initiatives (e.g., composting, battery recycling, etc.) and configure who will be responsible for their continuationOctober
• Create Spring 2027 course guide; modernize the Environmental Welcome Center (e.g., signage, better lighting, snacks/refreshments, decorations, etc.)November
• Assist in coordinating the hiring of students for the Spring semester (e.g., tutors, graders, coordinators, etc.)December
• TBDJanuary
• Begin working on the Spring newsletterFebruary
• Release newsletter to students, faculty and alumniMarch
• Begin Green Week and May Move Out planning. Begin seeking out student workers for following school yearApril
• Assist in coordinating the hiring of students for the Fall semester (e.

g., tutors, graders, coordinators, etc.). May Move Out coordination, Green Week events May

TBD NOTE

Employment sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Application Instructions:

Complete the ADP application by selecting "Apply" button and answer all questions.

Supervisor:

Nathan RowleyCommitment:

5-10 hours per week, minimum wage

Term:

Full Academic Year (Fall 26 & Spring 27)

Application Instructions:

Complete the ADP application by selecting "Apply" button and answer all questions.

Supervisor:

John KrygierCommitment:

20 hours per week, minimum wage

Term:

Full Academic Year (Fall & Spring), temporary, part-time position