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Oregon State University

OSU Eco-Representative

Oregon State University, Corvallis, Oregon, United States, 97333


Position Details

Position Information

Job TitleOSU Eco-Representative

Appointment TypeStudent Employee

Job LocationCorvallis

Position Appointment Percent100

Appointment Basis12

Pay MethodHourly

Pay Period16th - 15th of the following month

Pay DateLast working day of the month

Remote or Hybrid option?

Min Hourly Rate$14.70 (Standard); $13.20 (Non-Urban); $15.45 (Portland Metro)

Max Hourly Rate$21.00 (Standard); $18.50 (Non-Urban); $21.50 (Portland Metro)

Position Summary

This recruitment will be used to fill sixteen part-time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) OSU Eco-Representative for the QCP at Oregon State University (OSU).

Oregon State University's Eco-Representatives (EcoReps) is a cohort-based student leadership development program that transforms resident students into sustainability advocates. EcoReps work with multiple departments and organizations on campus, and are responsible for advancing and institutionalizing a culture of sustainability in OSU residence facilities. Applicants must be on-campus residents of a University Housing & Dining Services (UHDS) facility.

Position DutiesWork 5-8 hours per week during fall, winter, and spring academic quarters; additional hours may be available later in the year as budget allows and workload demandsReport weekly qualitative and quantitative outreach data in an online activity logEngage with UHDS staff and Area CouncilsAssist with planning, marketing and execution of campus-wide sustainability programs such as

recycling education and assessment ,

Kilowatt Crackdown ,

Service Projects , and

Beyond Earth Day , among othersUtilize multiple tactics in marketing and outreach efforts, including virtual event planning, distributing fliers and posters, posting on bulletin boards and social media, face-to-face interactions with residentsAssist UHDS in educating residents on the importance of properly returning the reusable take-out food containers used in the

Eco2Go

program.Have the opportunity to coordinate hall compost program by recruiting participants, emptying and cleaning compost bins, weighing and tracking dataAttend weekly meetings with other Eco-Reps, and monthly meetings with Resident Director.Minimum Qualifications

Full Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found here:

http://fa.oregonstate.edu/stu-manual/500-employment-eligibility-requirements

Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of studyMust meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employmentMust meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard

High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling programUndergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per termUndergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term*Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per termGraduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term*

*International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered "full-time" by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the

Office of International Services

(OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.

Additional Required Qualifications

Residence in a UHDS facility on the Corvallis campusOrganized, detail oriented, and able to work with minimal supervisionStrong verbal and written communication skillsWillingness to handle compostable and recyclable materials, and be able to lift 25 lbs.Access to social media and basic proficiency using itComfort approaching new people and interacting with large and small groups.Preferred (Special) Qualifications

A passion for and interest in sustainabilityExperience working with diverse stakeholder groupsExperience with advertising, marketing, or outreach for projects or organizationsEvent planning experienceAbility to offer positive mentorship, motivation and inspiration for othersFederal work-study

eligibility.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

Applicants must be on-campus residents of a University Housing & Dining Services (UHDS) facility. In your resume or cover letter, please specify the residence hall in which you will live beginning in Fall 2024. If you do not yet have a room assignment, simply confirm that you will be living in a UHDS residence hall.

Posting Detail Information

Posting NumberP11263SE

Number of Vacancies16

Anticipated Appointment Begin Date10/14/2024

Anticipated Appointment End Date06/30/2025

Posting Date07/08/2024

Full Consideration Date

Closing Date10/04/2024

Indicate how you intend to recruit for this searchCompetitive / Student - open to ALL qualified/eligible students

Special Instructions to Applicants

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

1. A Resume/Vita

2. A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position

For additional information please contact:

Myrna Cavazos Sanchez at leticia.cavazos@oregonstate.edu

OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.