Graduate Assistant - Non-Teaching

Position Information

  • Institution: Texas A&M University – College Station
  • Department: Office of Sustainability & Campus Enrichment 
  • Position: Sustainability GANT
  • Type: Up to 20 hours/week
  • PayRate: $13.50/hour
  • Location: College Station campus; In-person
  • Application Period: Closed

Job Summary

Sustainability is a growing field that uses a holistic lens to investigate and problem solve the environmental, social, and economic problems our world faces. As a Sustainability GANT, you will work within the Office of Sustainability & Campus Enrichment in support of key programs and offerings such as the Aggie Sustainability Alliance, Aggie Green Fund, Campus Sustainability Day, and Campus Earth Day. Through these efforts, you will help conserve resources, foster social sustainability, build partnerships, implement environmental improvements, and increase sustainability education and outreach.

Job Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

  1. Assist with preparation, organization, and implementation of activities facilitated by the Office of Sustainability & Campus Enrichment.
  2. Increase the reach of the Aggie Sustainability Alliance program through outreach and presentations to faculty/staff offices and student organizations. Support program engagement and awareness through communication channels such as a newsletter, listserv, and social media.
  3. Support the administration of the Aggie Green Fund and coordination of the Aggie Green Fund Advisory Committee.
  4. Assist with the organization, activities, and marketing of events such as Campus Sustainability Day and Campus Earth Day.
  5. Complete administrative tasks including reviewing data, fielding inquiries, drafting content, and coordinating meetings and tasks.
  6. Assist with a variety of marketing and communication-related projects and tasks
  7. Assist with special projects and office duties as necessary

Basic Requirements:

  • Must be enrolled as a graduate student at Texas A&M.
  • Must be available and willing to work at least 12 hours per week.
  • Must be willing to work occasionally after hours and on weekends.

Required Skills:

  • Knowledge and/or experience with Microsoft Office Suite
  • Knowledge and/or experience using Adobe Creative Suite
  • Knowledge of social media marketing best practices
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Maintain high attention to detail
  • Ability to organize and prioritize tasks and assignments
  • Ability to work independently (with supervision) and collaboratively with others
  • Working knowledge of sustainability efforts or a willingness to learn

Preferred Skills:

  • Knowledge and/or experience in photography
  • Knowledge and/or experience in videography
  • Knowledge of electronic accessibility guidelines and/or tools

Application

Instructions on how to apply will be posted when the position is open.