Evening Service Ambassador

Work Study MRISJ Ambassador

The mission of the Martin Richard Institute for Social Justice (MRISJ) is to build knowledge about social justice, to develop skills for advancing social justice through individual and collective action, and to serve as a catalyst for actualizing Bridgewater State University's commitment to social justice.
As an MRISJ Student Ambassador, you will play an active role in shaping how students engage with service, advocacy, and social justice on campus. Ambassadors serve as peer leaders who represent MRISJ, share their experiences, and help connect others to meaningful opportunities.
This role provides students with the chance to develop their leadership skills, use their creative side, and explore community engagement through a social justice lens. You will develop and lead community building and service initiatives that align with the MRISJ mission, support campus wide programs, and build connections with both the campus and local community.
Support MRISJ programming and campus initiatives, including but not limited to:
Our three Annual Days of Service: 9/11 (September), MLK Day (January), and Earth Day (April).
Local service projects on campus and with off campus community partners.
BSU annual events such as Homecoming, Admissions Open Houses, Admitted Students Day and recruitment events.
MRISJ Advocacy Fair, Votefest, Health Equity Fair, Environmental Action Fair, Be Seen, Study Abroad Fair, and more.
Lead at least one local service project per semester.
With guidance from the Program Manager, develop and facilitate one positive social change themed event each semester, including planning, coordination, and promotion.
You will be required to attend MRISJ Student Employee meetings on Thursday evenings from 5:00-7:00pm.(You will be expected to complete programming responsibilities in office during the work week between 9:00AM and 5:00PM
Willingness to take initiative and step into leadership roles to support team and program goals.

• Experience engaging in community service, social justice initiatives, or advocacy efforts, with demonstrated commitment to community engagement; Demonstrated interest in social justice and civic engagement along with a commitment to the principles of diversity, equity, access, and inclusion.
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable within a fast-paced environment.
• Strong oral and written communication skills to convey ideas and information to students, staff, and community organizations.
• Availability to work in the office during the work week, Monday-Friday between 9:00AM and 5:00PM.

Available on some Thursday evenings from 5-7:00pm
transporting materials using rolling carts
setting up and breaking down table displays and materials
Appropriate accommodations will be made on an individual basis to support access to the role.
Bridgewater State University is an equal employment opportunity employer and considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.
Hourly Rate
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