Sustainability Coordinator

Location: Eugene, Oregon

Supervised by: Chief Marketing and Brand Officer and CEO

General Description: This is a full time (40 hrs/week) position that will focus on overseeing all aspects of Mountain Rose Herb’s social and environmental projects, programs and initiatives.

The wage for this position starts at $23.00/ hr. DOE

Knowledge, skills, and abilities required:       
  • Must have the ability to perform quick and accurate work with a strong attention to detail and cleanliness.
  • Must have the ability to communicate competently with the CEO and Chief Marketing and Brand Officer, particularly for any questions, concerns or issues that arise.
  • As well as the ability to follow instructions and work well with others in a team orientated environment.
  • Position requires the ability to "shift gears" at a moment's notice and have a Professional Attitude.
  • Exceptional oratory and public speaking skills. Candidate must be comfortable on stage and in front of crowds.
  • A thorough understanding of the environmental movement in Oregon and the United States.
  • Candidate must have exceptional writing skills which will be used for our blog and newsletter.
  • Ability to multi-task efficiently, work as a part of a team, as well as independently with minimal supervision.
  • Must possess accurate typing skills and working knowledge of common computer programs.
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license.


Essential Job Functions:

  • Dependability: is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction, and solicits feedback for improved performance.
  • Following MRH procedures and protocols
  • Responsible for all of the current environmental programs for Mountain Rose Herbs:
      1. Zero Waste Program
      2. Mountain Rose River Project
      3. Paid Time for Community Involvement
      4. Carpool, Bus and Bike Program
      5. Grants for Plants
      6. Giving Back Program
      7. Oregon Benefit Company Report
    • Compose blogs twice a month that highlight our environmental and community involvement or “call to action” blogs that serve to inform and inspire.
    • Work intimately with the marketing department to build sustainability into all of our communications, the website and social networking sites.
    • Create and manage the company’s Sustainability Report which outlines environmental and social policies. This report also highlights our annual successes.
    • Coordinate 6-8 restoration projects annually, working closely with Oregon SOLVE, Oregon State Parks River Trail Adoption, and other organizations.
    • Inform employees of additional volunteer opportunities by posting on SharePoint and making flyers.
    • Manage the sustainable use of resources for the company which includes fuel, electricity, water, etc. This will involve working closely with multiple departments.
    • Attend several events throughout the year as a speaker and/or presenter which may include the U of O Sustainability Leadership Circle, the Provender Alliance conference, and many other gatherings. –This will include travel and some overnight business trips.
    • Act as a liaison and form a personal relationship with our non-profit partners. This will also include coordinating sponsorships and numerous events.
    • Oversee the charitable giving budget, review all donation requests and distribute the funds accordingly.
    • Routinely audit and inspect the line of products offered by Mountain Rose Herbs to make sure that they are consistent with our environmental policies.
    • Willingness to learn and perform new procedures, equipment, and technologies
    • Other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements:

    • Must be able to sit for periods of time while either on the phone and/or performing data entry duties (typing, using a mouse, etc)
    • Minimal physical requirements to include associated standing, bending, stooping, to retrieve files/orders. And seldom hard physical requirements including land moving, shoveling, pulling weeds, etc. This is required for the associated projects through the Mountain Rose River Project.
    • Continual physical requirements of sitting or standing for periods of time to complete tasks.

 

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