Temporary Sustainability Project Coordinator

City of Orlando • Orlando, FL

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About The Position

Employees will support the City of Orlando’s urban farming, composting, food rescue, and hydroponic operations. The work includes leading volunteer groups in food gleaning operations, assisting with farming at two urban farms in downtown Orlando, and operating a hydroponic unit to grow fresh produce.

This is a part-time, temporary/seasonal contract position with no guaranteed number of hours and no benefits. The contract may be renewed annually based on performance and business need. The posting states an hourly salary of $20.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree, or currently pursuing one with at least 60 semester hours completed, in Agriculture, Communications, Marketing, Environmental Science, Public Administration, Sustainability, Social Sciences, Engineering, or a related field.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Comfort with regular email correspondence and occasional phone support as needed.
• Proficiency with basic computer and web applications, such as Microsoft Office and Outlook.
• Valid Florida driver’s license.
• For degree substitution, direct experience may be applied in lieu of a degree: two years for an associate degree, four years for a bachelor’s degree, six years for a master’s degree, or nine years for a doctoral degree.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with statistical methods and data analysis or building energy management.
• Highly motivated, team-oriented, and reliable, with excellent attention to detail and critical thinking abilities, and good time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support urban farming, composting, food rescue, and hydroponic operations.
• Lead groups of volunteers in food gleaning operations.
• Assist farming operations at two urban farms in downtown Orlando.
• Operate a hydroponic unit to grow fresh produce.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time