This representative sits on the Equity Team and works closely with both the Director of Social Issues and Equity Team Chair. Equity Team supports and organizes Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Indigeneity, Accessibility and Sustainability (EDII-AS) related planning and initiatives within the Engineering Society. The Environmental Sustainability Representative acts as an advocate for environmental well-being on behalf of the student body to the Engineering Society by coordinating relevant equity initiatives, reviewing current society practices, and acting as a resource to engineering students. The Environmental Sustainability Representative is a managerial role as they also manage/run the Sustainability Committee. The Committee is responsible for helping the Society create sustainable practices within the Engineering Society. Applicants should have strong logistical, time management, leadership, and organizational skills. As well as being passionate about supporting and creating sustainability initiatives for the Engineering Society.
If you want to propel EngSoc towards more environmentally sustainable practices and make direct positive changes within the Engineering community, this role is for you!
Applications close on March 22nd at 11:59 pm, and interviews are scheduled to take place on March 25th and 26th.
If you would like further clarification on any of the information above, please do not hesitate to contact Sophie Richie, the incoming Director of Social Issues, at dosi.incoming@ engsoc.queensu.ca with any questions!