Zero Waste Coordinator

Villanova University is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Zero Waste Coordinator to join our team. As a key member of our sustainability team, you will play a critical role in assisting the Waste & Recycling Manager with various day-to-day operations.

• Provide maintenance and updates to content on Villanova Recycling and Grounds Department websites as needed.
• Support the Student Sustainability Committee (SSC) by attending group meetings as a representative from Villanova Recycling.
• Research existing and available waste & recycling technologies and programs to evaluate potential implementation on Villanova's campus.
• Compile data and information for annual State and County recycling reports, or other reports as necessary.
• Provide support for campus sustainability events as needed.
• Conduct inventory of waste/recycling bins and signage throughout campus.
• Participate in and assist with organizing waste audits throughout campus to measure effectiveness of program and help identify opportunities for improving operations.
• Assist in leading, guiding, and training students, and/or volunteers working on campus recycling efforts.
• Outreach to campus community and other recycling offices on college campuses.
• Meet with or speak to other organizations regarding recycling initiatives and operations on campus.

• Professional interest in sustainability, recycling, and campus engagement.
• Strong desire to learn and enthusiasm for environmental education.
• Big picture thinking with creative ideas for student engagement.
• Organized, willing to take initiative, think and act proactively to solve problems and assess priorities, and manage a variety of tasks calmly and effectively.
• Experience making presentations and proposals, as well as presenting.
• Ability to work well independently and in a team setting.
• Experience leading groups, organizing events, and managing large-scale programs.
• Preferred: proficient with Microsoft Office suite, Adobe Creative Cloud applications, and AEM authoring. Willing to train the right candidates.