Now Hiring a Lead Student Coordinator!
Position Title: Lead Student Coordinator
Grant: EPA Recycling Education & Outreach (REO) Grant
Project: Hawaiʻi Youth Clean Stream Campaign and Waste-to-Wealth Initiative
Start Date: August 5th, 2024
Organization: Recycle Hawaiʻi
About Recycle Hawaiʻi:
Recycle Hawaiʻi collaborates with island communities on education and effective climate action that transforms a culture of waste into one supporting a vibrant planet. We are a 501(c)3 non-profit educational organization, helping our Hawaiʻi Island communities REDUCE, REUSE and RECYCLE since 1992 and our grassroots efforts date back further, to 1989. Recycle Hawaiʻi pioneered Transfer Station Reuse Centers and continues to deliver and advocate innovative waste diversion opportunities for the residents of Hawaiʻi.
About the EPA REO Grant:
The Hawaiʻi Youth Clean Stream Campaign and Waste-to-Wealth Initiative is a three-year grant program that aims to embed environmental justice initiatives in programs designed to significantly reduce the volume of waste sent to landfills on Hawaiʻi Island. A partnership between Recycle Hawaiʻi and the Kaʻū Global Learning Lab fosters the development of youth-led, community-based education campaigns that promote composting, raise awareness about plastic pollution, and inform the public about ongoing recycling opportunities.
Position Overview:
Recycle Hawaiʻi is seeking a dedicated and passionate lead student coordinator to join our team for the Hawaiʻi Youth Clean Stream Campaign and Waste-to-Wealth Initiative. This hybrid, flextime, salaried position involves coordinating group field trips, assisting with classroom instruction, and supporting the program director. The lead student coordinator will also assist students with photography, videography, and documenting the progression of the grant program. This is a three-year grant, and we are seeking a candidate willing to make a three-year commitment to the program - preference given to Ka’ū residents.
Key Responsibilities:
Coordinate group field trips
Assist with classroom instruction
Keep students' parents updated on program activities
Support the program director with lesson planning, grant reporting, data collection, and management
Organize community awareness events
Assist students with photography, videography, and documenting the progression of the grant program
Build and maintain relationships with other zero waste youth groups throughout Hawaiʻi and out of state through outreach and ongoing communications
Identify and track funding opportunities that support greater youth involvement in the program
Work with students, program director, & KGLL partners to ensure the production of a steady stream of content for our social media & website
Ability to step-in and temporarily manage program along with the administrative assistant in the program director’s absence
Skills and Experience:
Experience working with high school-aged youth
Proficiency with Microsoft Suite and Google Drive
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Passion for sustainability and zero waste initiatives
Ability to work autonomously after given direction, as well as collaboratively in a team
Creativity and flexibility with patience for a developing program
Innovative thinking in supporting student cohorts with zero waste campaigns and marketing
Background in nonprofit programmatic work is a plus but not mandatory
Bachelor's degree preferred or 5+ years of experience in working with students
Travel:
The candidate must be able to travel with the group and attend in-class sessions three times a week at Ka’u High School and assist with student pickups around Kaʻū for special events.
Salary & Benefits:
Pay is $45,000 - $50,000 a year commensurate with experience and hours available to work. Benefits are optional and subject to negotiation.
How to Apply:
Please send your resume, cover letter, and references to program@recyclehawaii.org by August 2nd as we are looking for this position to start on August 5th. We look forward to learning more about you and how you can contribute to our mission of sustainability and education.
Recycle Hawaiʻi is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.
Join us in making a difference for the environment and our community!