Temporary Sustainability Project Coordinator

City of Orlando • Orlando, FL

14d • $20

About The Position

Employees will provide support for the urban farming, food rescue, and hydroponic operations within the City of Orlando. Work will include leading groups of volunteers in food gleaning operations, assisting farming operations at the two Urban Farms within the downtown Orlando area, and operating a hydroponic unit to grow fresh produce.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree (or in pursuit, 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 of basic computer and web applications (e.g. Microsoft Office, Outlook, etc) required.
• Ideal candidate is highly-motivated, team-oriented, and reliable, with excellent attention to detail and critical thinking abilities, and good time management skills.
• A valid Florida driver’s license is required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with statistical methods and data analysis or building energy management a plus.

Responsibilities

• Leading groups of volunteers in food gleaning operations
• Assisting farming operations at the two Urban Farms within the downtown Orlando area
• Operating a hydroponic unit to grow fresh produce

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees