General Purpose of Position:The Sustainability and Community Engagement Specialist will be responsible for working with administrators, teachers, non-certificated staff, support staff, parents, and community members to shepherd the district’s vision for environmental sustainability. This position will also require an individual to have a keen understanding of areas related to sustainability education in grade K-12 schools. The successful candidate will have experience in environmental sustainability efforts, best-practices in class lessons related to sustainability and school-wide programs to further enhance our green initiatives, and community engagement such as the tower garden project, composting and the mobile market.

Minimum Requirements of the Position:

A project management or teaching background preferred but not required
Possess a passion and knowledge for the development and implementation of sustainability practices in the district
Demonstrate excellent leadership and organizational skills and the ability to motivate people;
Demonstrate a good rapport with colleagues, administrators, parents and students
Demonstrate creativity and a focused vision
Possess an eagerness to learn and be willing to attend out of district workshops and conference
Have experience supporting staff members in a variety of ways
Skills in preparing and maintaining accurate records
Experience with planning and managing projects
Proficient computer skills: excel, POS system
Has good interpersonal communication skills
Valid Maryland Driver’s license with an excellent driving record. Experience driving a box truck and/or small bus
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds repetitiously.
High energy, positive, “can-do” attitude, flexibility, teamwork, and attention to detail; high degree of initiative and an ability to manage multiple tasks and projects at a time
Ability to work with sensitivity and without discrimination towards peoples of diverse cultures, races/ethnicity, socio-economic positions, ages, religions, genders, physical/mental challenges/disabilities, and sexual orientations.
A passion for the mission is essential. This job description may not be all inclusive and employees are expected to perform all other duties as assigned and directed by management.
Able to work flexible hours to take part in out of school activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities of Position:

Communicate with school staff in regards to tower garden operations, planting, harvesting and curriculum/events
Tower garden maintenance and stocking
Institute waste reduction practices in all schools
Recording/documenting waste reduction for each school and the district
Train food service composting staff on proper procedures for composting, documenting
Support academic curriculum in sustainability
Support school based Green Committees and clubs
Social media post on green initiatives
Communications with composting company
Attend staff meetings/training and other meetings as required.
Recruiting and training of volunteers
Supporting and participating with community projects such as but not limited to community events, mobile market

Salary: This is a 12-month contractual position at $24- $28 an hour based on past experience. It will be 27 hours a week.

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