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Program Assistant
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Job ID 74799
Job Funding Source Work-Study, Non-Work-Study
Employer Facilities and Operations
Category Professional/Administrative
Job Description

The Office of Campus Sustainability (OCS) serves as a focal point for sustainable campus operations. We are part of Planet Blue, a university-wide initiative to promote sustainable operations and engagement. You can learn more about our efforts at ocs.umich.edu. In this role you will primarily support the Zero Waste Events Program, including (but not limited to) responsibilities such as: 

  • Support program manager in zero waste for large events, especially during commencement and back-to-school seasons.
  • Serve as liaison between OCS and event organizers
  • Train volunteers and event organizers in zero waste principles and operations
  • Be present at events to help ensure proper infrastructure is set-up and maximize waste diversion & reduction
  • Respond to event support requests via email
  • Fulfill compostable serviceware orders
  • Assist with additional waste reduction efforts

 
Educational Value
  • Building professional relationships and collaborating across a large organization
  • Problem-solving for sustainable solutions
  • Communicating to a wide variety of audiences on sustainability issues
  • Time management and prioritization of multiple responsibilities
  • Data tracking and assessment
  • Experience in complex organizational management in areas such as waste management
  • Experiencing working in an office environment and in the field

 
Job Requirements
  • Ability to obtain MVR approval and drive university vehicle
  • Ability to communicate and work with a diverse range of people of various social, cultural, economic, and ethnic backgrounds
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Attention to detail and recording observations
  • Flexible evening and weekend availability required to work at zero waste events. Broad availability during the weekend of May 1-3 is required

Application MUST include a resume and coverletter

 
Hourly Rate $17.00/hour to $19.00/hour
Hours 20.0 to 29.0 hours per week
Time Frame Spring/Summer
Start Date ASAP
End Date Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Primary Contact Nicole Grace Berg
Primary Contact's Email nberg@umich.edu
Supervisor N/A
Work Location 109 E Madison (Madison Building)
Phone N/A
Fax N/A