Student - Surplus Services Eco Rep

Descripción

Southern New Hampshire University is a team of innovators. World changers. Individuals who believe in progress with purpose. Since 1932, our people-centered strategy has defined us — and helped us grow a team that now serves over 180,000 learners worldwide.

Our mission to transform lives is made possible by talented people who bring diverse industry experience, backgrounds and skills to the university. And today, we're ready to expand our reach. All we need is you.

The opportunity

Who is an Eco Rep and what will my role provide?

Eco Reps are student leaders who support the Office of Sustainability's mission by promoting sustainable practices, engaging in the campus community, and contributing to sustainability programs and initiatives. This position provides hands-on experience in project management, communication, leadership, and problem-solving while supporting students to build valuable professional skills and advance sustainability efforts at SNHU.

Position Summary

The Student Surplus Services Eco Rep supports the Office of Sustainability's efforts to reduce waste and promote circular economy practices through the management, redistribution, and promotion of surplus materials and resources. This position provides hands-on experience in inventory management, sustainability operations, project coordination, customer service, and campus engagement. The Student Surplus Services Eco Rep helps divert usable items from disposal by facilitating reuse opportunities that benefit students, departments, and the broader SNHU community.

Primary Responsibilities

Surplus Inventory Management

• Assist with collecting, sorting, organizing, and tracking surplus items from campus departments and events.
• Maintain accurate inventory records of donated, transferred, and redistributed materials.
• Support inventory audits and storage organization efforts.
• Monitor inventory levels and identify opportunities for improved efficiency and utilization.

Material Reuse & Circular Economy Programs

• Support campus surplus and reuse initiatives that extend the life of materials and reduce waste.
• Assist with coordinating surplus item exchanges, donations, and redistribution programs.
• Help identify items suitable for reuse, donation, recycling, or responsible disposal.
• Promote circular economy principles through operational and educational activities.

Customer Service & Stakeholder Engagement

• Interact professionally with students, faculty, staff, and campus partners utilizing surplus services.
• Assist community members in locating and acquiring available surplus items.
• Build relationships with departments to increase participation in reuse and surplus programs.
• Serve as a sustainability ambassador by educating community members about waste reduction opportunities.

Data Collection & Reporting

• Track surplus program metrics, including items collected, redistributed, donated, and diverted from landfill.
• Assist with data entry, recordkeeping, and impact reporting.
• Support assessment efforts to measure program effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Create reports, summaries, and visualizations that communicate program outcomes.

Outreach & Education

• Promote surplus services through tabling events, social media, newsletters, and educational campaigns.
• Educate the campus community on waste reduction, reuse, and responsible consumption practices.
• Support sustainability events that highlight circular economy initiatives and resource conservation.

Project & Program Support

• Assist with planning and implementing special surplus collection events, move-out programs, donation drives, and reuse initiatives including Good Stuff and govdeals.com
• Support collaboration between the Office of Sustainability and campus departments.
• Contribute ideas for improving the effectiveness and visibility of surplus programs.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Current SNHU student in good academic standing.
• Interest in sustainability, waste reduction, reuse, or resource conservation.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and maintain accurate records.
• Driver’s

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with inventory management, and customer service.
• Experience volunteering or participating in sustainability initiatives.
• Knowledge of waste reduction, recycling, circular economy, or resource management concepts.
• Experience using spreadsheets or inventory tracking systems.
• Experience planning events, coordinating projects, or supporting outreach efforts.

Desired Skills & Competencies

• Organization and attention to detail
• Customer service and communication skills
• Problem-solving and adaptability
• Inventory and resource management
• Data tracking and reporting
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Initiative and accountability
• Sustainability-minded thinking

Learning Outcomes (NACE Career Competency Aligned)

Through this position, students will:

Career & Self-Development

• Demonstrate personal responsibility, initiative, and adaptability while managing projects and daily operations.
• Reflect on how sustainability operations experience contributes to future career goals.

Communication

• Communicate effectively with students, faculty, staff, and community partners regarding surplus services and sustainability initiatives.
• Educate others about waste reduction and resource conservation opportunities.

Critical Thinking

• Analyze surplus management challenges and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and waste diversion.
• Apply problem-solving skills to support operational and sustainability goals.

Equity & Inclusion

• Promote equitable access to reusable resources and surplus materials across the campus community.
• Foster inclusive participation in sustainability initiatives and programs.

Leadership

• Demonstrate leadership by promoting sustainable behaviors and serving as a sustainability ambassador.
• Support projects and initiatives that advance resource conservation goals.

Professionalism

• Maintain accurate records, manage responsibilities effectively, and demonstrate reliability and accountability.
• Practice ethical decision-making in the management of university resources.

Teamwork

• Collaborate with Office of Sustainability staff, student employees, and campus partners to accomplish shared goals.
• Contribute positively to team projects and program implementation.

Technology

• Utilize spreadsheets, inventory systems, and reporting tools to track program outcomes and support decision-making.
• Develop data management and reporting skills applicable to professional environments.

Work Schedule/Hours

10 hours a week

Monday-Friday, nights and weekends if there is a need based on department’s events and needs for staffing

Additional Information

Resume-Ready Experience

Students in this role will gain experience in:

• Circular economy and sustainability operations
• Inventory and resource management
• Waste diversion and surplus programs
• Data collection and reporting
• Customer service and stakeholder engagement
• Program assessment and impact measurement
• Event coordination and outreach
• Project management and teamwork

We believe real innovation comes from inclusion - where different experiences, perspectives and talents are celebrated. So if you're wondering whether SNHU is right for you, take the leap and apply. You might be just the person we're looking for.

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