Employer Industry: Higher Education and Environmental Research

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Salary up to $18 per hour, commensurate with experience
- Opportunity to engage in meaningful work related to coastal resilience and environmental issues
- Flexibility with occasional remote work and fieldwork opportunities
- Supportive environment for professional development and mentorship
- Chance to collaborate with a diverse team of professionals and students

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Assist in managing the USDA Research and Extension Experiences for Undergraduates (REEU) project
- Facilitate communication and logistics for various coastal resilience activities and projects
- Conduct research on coastal resilience topics and prepare written summaries
- Organize and maintain file systems for the Virginia Tech Coastal Collaborator
- Represent the VT Coastal Collaborator at local resiliency meetings and events

What is Required (Qualifications):
- Education and experience in business and project management tasks
- Strong skills in professional communications and marketing
- Proven project management and leadership abilities
- Experience in mentorship and educational programming
- Knowledge of website management and social media

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Bachelor’s degree in business management, marketing, communications, environmental management, or a related field
- Familiarity with sea level rise and flooding issues related to Hampton Roads

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