Student Worker - Education and Volunteer Coordinator - BC

Baylor University•Waco, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

In a student employee capacity, may assist in working with external community service partners. We’re looking for someone who isn’t afraid to jump in and help out. We need an individual who has good communication and interpersonal skills, an ability to organize, a great attitude, a strong work ethic, and can be trusted to work to complete assigned tasks without being micromanaged.

Requirements

Ability to educate visitors of all ages about the realities of our food system and sustainable agricultural alternatives and assist the community engagement coordinator in developing and executing educational activities.
Must be able to work alongside a team as well as facilitate volunteer and group learning experiences.
Must be able to sustain extended periods of time working outdoors in all types of weather conditions.
Must be able to lift up to 50lbs routinely.

Nice To Haves

Previous office and educational experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Administrative duties
Clean/organize facilities
Farmers Market preparation and staffing
Customer service and group orientation
Urban Homestead Garden care
Supporting community outreach and educational programs on-farm and in the community
Educate, instruct, orient, train, and inspire volunteers and clients in the realm of composting, sustainable agriculture, hunger alleviation, and food justice
Compost pickups and sorting as needed
Run various routine errands, as required, for the farm
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor