Student Worker - Urban REAP Aquaponics Assistant - Mission Waco

Contact: lbarnhill@missionwaco.org

Work Schedule: 10-20 hours/week, flexible working hours Desired Length of Employment: Fall/Ongoing

Pay Rate: $11.00 - $12.50/hr Key Components: In a student employee capacity, may assist in working with external community service partners.

Job Description: Assist Urban REAP Director with managing our Aquaponics System and researching strategies to manage our water quality and pests for maximum system health. MUST BE ELIGIBLE for FEDERAL WORK-STUDY. This is off-campus employment, so reliable transportation is important.

FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION: -- Assisting with Aquaponics operations, including managing our fish, plants, and water quality for optimal production Conducting daily and regular water quality tests and managing water quality as needed Monitoring plant health and implementing integrated pest management strategies Implementing the planting plan and maintaining updated documentation and records Researching strategies to manage water quality and pests Harvesting produce for our local vendors Develop a planting plan in conjunction with the Urban REAP Director to grow produce for local outlets Developing educational materials for community members to learn more about Aquaponics Assisting with other tasks and projects as needed for Urban REAP operations REQUIRED HARD SKILLS-- Background in Environmental Studies, Ecology, Chemistry, Biology, Horticulture, Sustainable Agriculture, or similar Preferred - bilingual Spanish LEARNING OUTCOMES-- Technical skills, such as aquaponics maintenance, composting, plant science and gardening, integrated pest management, organic practices, and soil science Computer systems management, such as Drive, Square, Outlook, and online databases Interpersonal skills and communication skills with a variety individuals and settings (e.g. store front, education, tours) Project management, punctuality, responsibility, and professionalism Hourly Rate: $11-$12.50/hour (depending on new or returning student worker status and/or any recognized special skill level)

Employer: Baylor University

Work Location: Mission Waco Mission World Work Address: 1509 N. 15th St. Waco, TX 76707