Student Assistant (SFA Gardens Environmental Education Program) - Stephen F. Austin State University : Job Details

Job Title Student Assistant (SFA Gardens Environmental Education Program) General Description

This is a student position responsible for assisting in the operations and activities of a department or a departmental project, program, or function -the SFA Gardens Environmental Education Program. Promotes a positive learning environment for K-12 grade students attending educational programs at SFA Gardens. Works under general supervision, with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement.

Job Duties

* Assists in preparing, organizing and maintaining resources and materials used in educational programs.

* Assists in training volunteers for educational programs.

* Assists in delivering educational programs for K-12 students and adults.

* Assists in data collection and reporting about the educational programs.

* Attends required training, if needed.

* Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

* Knowledge of, or ability to learn, university and program policies and procedures, including safety guidelines.

* Ability and desire to be in the company of children.

* Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

* Ability to communicate professionally and courteously with children, university faculty and staff, students, and the general public.

* Ability to work effectively and patiently with others.

* Ability to understand and follow instructions.

* Ability to prepare and maintain records.

* Ability to operate personal computer with experience in using Microsoft Office software.

* Physical condition adequate to permit full performance of duties.

Required Qualifications

The minimum education required for admittance as a student at Stephen F. Austin State University.

No direct experience is required. Training and instruction will be provided.

Preferred Qualifications

* Experience as a camp counselor or assistant.

* Experience with environmental education programs such as Project Learning Tree, Project Wild, Project Wet, Leopold Education Project, or similar programs.

Physical Demands

This position requires sitting, standing, bending, and lifting objects up to 50 lbs.

This position requires working in the outdoors some of the time, possibly during inclement weather such as rain, heat, and cold.

Special Conditions for Eligibility

A student must be enrolled in six or more semester hours to be eligible for student employment during the fall or spring semesters. To be eligible for student employment during the summer, a student must be enrolled in three or more semester hours or be registered for courses in the upcoming fall semester.

Student assistants may not hold any other type of position such as a graduate assistantship or temporary casual employment at the same time that they are employed as a student assistant.

Position End Date (if temporary)

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number SA2024-189 Number of Vacancies 2 Posting Open Date 08/23/2024 Review Start Date 08/23/2024 Posting Close Date Work Schedule Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with occasional Saturdays Min Pay Rate $10.00/hour Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

Desired start date is September 2, 2024.

EEO Statement

Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-###-####.

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Department Information

Department Agriculture Contact Name Kay Jenkins Contact Phone (936)###-#### Contact Email [email protected] Contact Information Applicants will be contacted by the hiring department if selected for an interview If you have specific questions about this job posting, please contact HR at (936) ###-####