About the Student Environmental Center:
A student-led initiative, the Student Environmental Center (SEC) engages students, faculty, staff, and the Asheville community in conversation, advocacy, and action around environmental issues, broadly defined. We are a campus resource for information related to environmental stewardship, university sustainability processes and community outreach.
To achieve these goals, the SEC engages students from a variety of backgrounds in campus and community events and fosters sustainability initiatives by investing time and funds into these projects.
We strive for diverse inclusion of community and campus partners in fostering experimental and innovative projects, and we aim to increase collaboration between campus and community partners.
Summary of Position:
Eco-Reps are a team of resident students who raise awareness about sustainability issues to the campus community and encourage environmentally responsible behaviors of students living in the Residence Halls. Throughout the year, the Eco-Reps will help to plan and implement environmentally conscious programming both in their residence halls and for all on-campus students.
Job Responsibilities:
- Help with the development and implementation of environmental education programs and projects for on-campus students, including event planning, promotion, and participation (70%)
- Maintenance of existing projects (e.g. collecting compost and Free Store bins, organizing and maintaining Free Store) (20%)
- Advocate for sustainability programming and practices in hall meetings (10%)
Qualifications:
- An active interest in improving the sustainability of UNC Asheville’s campus through behavior change programs and sustainable practices on campus
- A collaborative working style
- Self-motivation, innovation, and resourcefulness
Important Note: All applicants for Eco Rep must live in on campus housing. Applicants should be working toward a bachelor’s degree at UNC Asheville and preparing to graduate no sooner than December 2023.
Skills and Experience Desired (each applicant need not have all desired skills):
- Leadership experience
- Public speaking skills, especially for tabling
- Basic media and communications proficiency (including basic graphic design, illustration, social media, web site management)
Hours & Compensation:
Eco-Reps are expected to work 3-5 hours per week while school is in session, and are compensated at $12.50 an hour. Eco-Reps are expected to work for two full semesters (Spring and Fall).
How to Apply:
Please apply with your resume and one page cover letter. In your cover letter, describe any key skills, knowledge and experience that you could contribute to this position and whether you have a specific interest in any of our target areas for action. Also, please explain why you are interested in working with the SEC and how it will help support your interests or career goals.