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Job Summary
The UM-Dearborn Environmental Interpretive Center (EIC) is offering a part-time, student position to assist with general tasks and projects around the EIC and surrounding Environmental Study Area. This position supports the daily operations of the EIC through indoor and outdoor work, including facility upkeep, front-desk staffing, trail support, and other assigned tasks.
This is a great opportunity for a student who enjoys working in a nature-based setting and within a small, highly collaborative team, and is interested in supporting the EIC's educational and environmental mission.
Hours:
Flexible part-time hours based on student availability and EIC needs. EIC building hours open 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM Monday and Friday, on select times on weekends. Schedule is flexible.
Training:
Training and guidance will be provided by experienced EIC staff.
To find out more, contact Laura Mallard, EIC administrator at [email protected].
Required Qualifications*
- UM-Dearborn currently enrolled student
- Reliable, responsible, and able to work independently
- Positive attitude and willingness to help with a variety of tasks
- Comfortable working outdoors in different weather conditions
- Good communication and data management skills
- Interest in nature
- Ability to follow directions and complete assigned tasks carefully
Desired Qualifications*
- Eligible for work-study
- Major in environmental science, biology, education, sustainability, or related fields
- Previous experience with outdoor work, maintenance, organizing, or customer service
- Comfortable lifting/carrying light materials and walking on trails or uneven ground
- Availability during some peak hours during the week (10:00 AM to 2:00PM)
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Background Screening
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The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.