Sustainability and Community Engagement Specialist

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. Caroline County Public Schools