Paulson Initiative Post-Baccalaureate Fellow

At Wellesley, our mission is to deliver an outstanding liberal arts education

to women who will make a difference in the world. Our collaborative

community, comprising of faculty, students, staff, and alumnae, is guided by

our shared commitment to educational excellence. Join us in this transformative journey!

When applying for the position, please ensure a thorough review of the job
details. If you are an internal employee, kindly utilize the internal portal on
Workday for your application. Prepare a comprehensive resume/cv and cover
letter for upload. Acceptable formats for these documents are either PDF
(.pdf) or Word (.doc).

Job Description

The Paulson Initiative Post-baccalaureate Fellow supports the Paulson Ecology of Place Initiative mission to connect students to their natural environment and sense of place, advancing inclusive excellence in our work. The Paulson Post-bac Fellow works with the Director to facilitate using the campus as a classroom, studio, and laboratory assisting in and creating a hub and digital atlas for materials, archives, data, reports and other information.

The fellow also supports student programs, develops communication materials, and creates events in collaboration with the community. This role includes flexibility for exploring and developing professional interests. This is a one-year term appointment with the possibility of extension for one more year depending on funding and performance.

Primary

Position Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development of a creative digital atlas and data hub with support of Paulson director and in collaboration with faculty, staff and students
• Maintain landscape monitoring programs for use in research, courses, and land management
• Create, design, and share inclusive communication/interpretive materials that provide a sense of belonging and connection to nature across our diverse community, including social media and quarterly newsletters
• Assist in creating, organizing, and supporting events in collaboration with and in support of cultural organizations, departments, offices, and programs across campus that engage the landscape, nature, sense of place
• Support student programs, act as a near-peer mentor for students, and foster a culture of focused participation, inclusive teams, and community care
• Near-peer mentoring of students (work-study, interns, independent research, fellows)

Education Required:

• B.S. or B.A. in any discipline

Experience

Required:

• 2+ years experience (includes courses, internships, research and work-study positions) in an outdoor research, teaching, or learning setting

Skills and Abilities

Required:

• Passion for connecting people to their natural environment
• Ability to manage projects and work independently toward short- and long-term goals and toward the larger mission of the Paulson Ecology of Place Initiative and the College
• Ability and interest in collaborating effectively across a diverse group of faculty, staff, students and work with outside practitioners
• Familiarity with basic information management and digital mapping and interest in learning more
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Interest and/or experience in developing inclusive mentoring skills, especially with diverse populations of undergraduate students

Company Description

Wellesley’s mission is to provide an excellent liberal arts education to women who will make a difference in the world. We advance our mission by working together as a community-faculty, students, staff, and alumnae.

Embark on a fulfilling career journey at Wellesley College, where we prioritize your well-being and professional growth. As a valued member of our team, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive array of benefits and resources designed to enhance both your work-life balance and long-term success.

• Competitive Compensation:
  Experience competitive wages ensuring your dedication is recognized and rewarded.
• Exceptional Benefits Package:
  Access a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision and pre-tax saving benefits, life insurance, disability coverage, and more to safeguard your health and that of your loved ones.
• Commuting and Transportation:
  Enjoy the convenience…