JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
This individual will assist the State Master Watershed Steward Coordinator and the Master Watershed Steward Coordinators of the Philadelphia, Chester/Delaware, and Bucks/Montgomery Programs. This position is administratively responsible to the State Master Watershed Steward Coordinator.
The individual selected for this position will assist the State and Southeast Master Watershed Steward programs in these tasks:
- Recruit and select a diverse group of trainees to become new program volunteers
- Facilitate and support volunteer training classes
- Update and manage the county program’s volunteer reporting system, HandsOn Connect, and other communication methods
- Administer surveys for program evaluation
- Manage volunteer recognition through collating volunteer hours and ordering certificates and name badges
- Maintain and update the County Master Watershed Steward webpages and social media
- Support newsletter creation and other communication means
- Prepare and submit financial documentation for purchases and deposits
- Coordinate, update, and schedule Master Watershed Steward Speakers’ Bureau talks
- Attend meetings and support project committees when appropriate
- Develop a working relationship with the volunteers and respond to their calls and emails
- Collect and organize data for program impact reports
- Help plan recognition events and identify and manage MWS projects
- Engage community members as appropriate to promote Penn State Extension and the Master Watershed Steward Program
- Distribute physical materials to Stewards as needed within the region
Candidates must have strong computer skills to be considered for the role, including demonstrated competencies in using software such as Microsoft Office, Zoom, and multiple web browsers, as well as the ability to learn other applicable programs including HandsOn Connect, Plone, Qualtrics, Office 365 Suite applications, and Canva.
This job requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid US driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.
This position is part-time for an average of 10 – 20 hours per week. Work schedule is flexible.
Occasional evening and weekend hours as needed. Through public notification and “All Reasonable Efforts,” all Extension employees are responsible for making all programs accessible to clientele without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability or handicap, national origin, race, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
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Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
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