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Cope Community Water Corps Facilitator

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   » Please ensure your full range of knowledge, expertise, abilities, practice and education are listed on your application. Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job tasks section.
   » If you answer the questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, expertise, abilities and practices to support your answers (see job tasks section of previous employment).
   » Failure to answer the questions at the end of the application will not preclude your application from being considered but may result in your application not receiving full consideration of your knowledge, expertise, and abilities.
   » candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
   » All applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. (EST) on the closing date indicated.

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Working Title Cope Community Water Corps Facilitator
Position Number T10421
Department AAH College of Arts and Sciences
Department Homepage https://water.ecu.edu
Advertising Department WATER RESOURCES CENTER
Division Academic Affairs
Classification Title
Competency Level 1 - Contributing
Number of Vacancies 2
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) .25
Hourly income Rate/Range $15.00
Work Schedule Varies
Position Location (City) Greenville
Position Type Temporary Staff
Job Category Staff - Temporary
Primary Function of Organizational Unit Work with the local communities to identify and investigate local environmental issues of concern related to climate change.

Job tasks Community liaisons are sought to represent their community in efforts to identify and organize local education and outreach activities in their region (one position is available in Princeville, and Nag's Head). The liaisons will aid ECU faculty, staff, and students in connecting with local residents, organizations, schools, and leaders to highlight community concerns related to the environment and integrate these issues into educational and outreach programing developed by ECU. Community Liaisons should therefore be well established in their respective communities. Key responsibilities involve establishing connections, knowledge local priorities, and coordinating activities (including tailored youth programming) to address community needs while fostering collaboration between scientists and residents. The ideal facilitator is deeply committed to their community, culturally aware, embraces people from all backgrounds, practices active listening, and recognizes the transformative potential of science in covering local challenges.

Review of applications will begin November 15th, 2024, with applications accepted until the positions are filled. The expected term of this position will be mid-January until December 2025, subject to adequate performance, and may be eligible for renewal of additional terms. Work will largely be completed remotely but the liaisons will need to come to ECU periodically. Liaisons will be required to have their own transportation and reliable internet access.

As a Community Liaison you will:
- Communicate with various community organizations and constituents (non-profit organizations, churches, town leaders, educators, etc.) to identify environmental issues of local concern and to investigate the function your community would like the grant team to play in covering those issues.
- Coordinate with a Community Water Corps youth programming team member to tailor youth programming that will be of interest to your community, recruit participants for that programming, and help run the youth programming in your community.
- Alert the grant leadership abilities team of how they can best contribute to community priorities and then help tailor resulting activities to the culture and needs of your area.
- Facilitate conversations between scientists and members of your assigned community, helping each group understand the vocabulary and viewpoints of the other.
- Plan socials/community meetings that bring multiple community organizations together to discuss issues of shared interest; emphasize advertising and co-sponsorship by multiple organizations.
- Advocate for your community in all project activities.
- Attend at least two meetings a week with grant personnel (typically online)

Minimum Education/practice High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to execute the work.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation
Preferred practice, expertise, Training/Education · Strong interest and commitment to the environment and covering climate change in NC
· Cares deeply about their community
· Understands the culture of the area
· A desire to make a difference by working with fellow community members
· capability to work independently and as part of a team
· capability to be self-directed, take initiative and be pro-active about tasks
· Knows, or is availability to learn, how science can be used to identify hazards or resources and how Information technology can be used to empower community members to advocate for local change.
· capability to effectively communicate with manager and colleagues any needs and results of their work, verbally and in writing
· Pays attention to detail
· Is highly organized
· Practices active listening

Must have access to a computer with reliable internet.

For more information go https://water.ecu.edu/cope/cwcinternship or contact Tara van Niekerk (vanniekerkt17@students.ecu.edu).

License or Certification Required by the Department Driver's License

Special Instructions to Applicant
   » Please ensure your full range of knowledge, expertise, abilities, practice and education are listed on your application. Do not write ?see resume' on your application when completing the job tasks section.
   » If you answer the questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, expertise, abilities and practices to support your answers (see job tasks section of previous employment).
   » Failure to answer the questions at the end of the application will not preclude your application from being considered but may result in your application not receiving full consideration of your knowledge, expertise, and abilities.
   » candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
   » All applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. (EST) on the closing date indicated.
Job Open Date 11/08/2024
Job Close Date 11/22/2024
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/81629
AA/EOE East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer who is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care, belonging and opportunity for our faculty, staff and learners and all stakeholders. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, discapability, political affiliation, or veteran status.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or E-Mail: ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.

Eligibility for Employment Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity If you practice any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, Contact Us by the Office of Human Resources at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.

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Post Date: 11/08/2024 / Viewed 31 times
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Company: Rice University
Contact Email: vanniekerkt17@students.ecu.edu


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