Green Team Student Sustainability Program Application Information Form

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1 Green Team Student Sustainability Program Application Information Form Please provide the following information Legal Name: Preferred First Name: Phone Number: Address: City, State, Zip: How many quarters have you attended Edmonds? Last school attended: Please answer the following questions (Circle One) 1. Do you have a social security number?... Yes No (You must have a social security card at the time of employment) 2. Do you have a 2.5 cumulative grade point average?... Yes No 3. If selected, would you be available for part-time summer employment?... Yes No 4. Are you enrolled for and intend to complete summer school?... Yes No 5. Do you have a valid Washington State driver s license?... Yes No 6. Are you intending to be enrolled throughout the academic year?... Yes No 7. Are you intending to graduate in the spring of 2016?... Yes No 8. Will you be available for the following trainings?... Yes No August 24 th September 18, 2015: General training; specific dates TBD December 12 th, 2015: Green Team Retreat (specific dates TBD) 9. Are you applying for other leadership positions on campus?... Yes No If YES, which one(s)? Resident Assistant Executive Board Program Board Satellite Programmer

2 Why are you interested in this position? What skills/strengths/talents would you bring to this position? Please briefly describe your experience in environmental and sustainability issues. This position involves collaborating with many different campus and community partners. What experiences have you had with community partnership-building and networking? How would you describe your organizational abilities?

3 This job requires you to work both independently, as well as part of a team. Please tell us about a time when you successfully completed a project on your own. Reflect on a time when you had to work collaboratively as part of a team. Describe your experience and tell us what role you played in completing the project.

4 Current Resume Please attach a current resume. If you do not have one, please refer to the template below. Contact Information The first section of your resume should include information on how the employer can contact you. First Last Name Street Address City, State, Zip Phone (Cell/Home) Address Objective What do you want to do? If you include this section it should be a sentence or two about your employment goals. A customized objective that describes why you are the perfect candidate for the job can help your resume stand out from the competition. Career Highlights / Qualifications A customized section of your resume that lists key achievements, skills, traits, and experience relevant to the position for which you are applying can serve dual purposes. It highlights your relevant experience and lets the prospective employer know that you have taken the time to create a resume that shows how you are qualified for the job. Experience This section of your resume includes your work history. List the companies you worked for, dates of employment, the positions you held and a bulleted list of responsibilities and achievements. Company #1 City, State Dates Worked Job Title Responsibilities / Achievements Company #2 City, State Dates Worked Job Title Responsibilities / Achievements Education In the education section of your resume, list the college(s) you attended, the degrees you attained (or are seeking), and any special awards and honors you earned. College, Degree Awards, Honors Additional Skills (optional) Include extra skills related to the position / career field that you are applying for i.e. computer skills, language skills.

5 Cover Letter Please attach a cover letter. If you do not have one, please refer to the guide below. What is a Cover Letter? A cover letter should complement, not duplicate, your resume. Its purpose is to interpret the data-oriented, factual resume and add a personal touch. A cover letter is often your earliest written contact with a potential employer, creating a critical first impression. Effective cover letters explain the reasons for your interest in the specific organization and identify your most relevant skills or experiences (remember, relevance is determined by the employer's self-interest). They should express a high level of interest and knowledge about the position. To be effective, your cover letter should follow the basic format of a typical business letter and should address three general issues: First Paragraph - Why you are writing, Middle Paragraphs - What you have to offer and Concluding Paragraph - How you will follow-up. Here is a sample format: Your Contact Information Address City, State, Zip Code Phone Number Cell Phone Number Employer Contact Information Name Title Company Address City, State, Zip Code Today s Date Dear Hiring Committee, FIRST PARAGRAPH: Why are you writing? (For example: I am applying for the Lead Sales position posted on salescorp.com. At your convenience, I'd appreciate the opportunity to discuss the position and my candidacy with you. ) MIDDLE PARAGRAPH(s): Explain what you have to offer! (For example: I am looking to bring my well-honed public relations, marketing, and interpersonal communication skills to succeed in a lead sales position. ) You also want to highlight any pertinent experience and skills for the posted position. THIRD PARAGRAPH: How will you follow up? (For example: I'd love to find out more about the position you're looking to fill, and I would welcome the opportunity to tell you how my skills and ideas can benefit <insert organization>. I can be reached at (555) or name@gmail.com. Thanks for your consideration. I look forward to hearing from you soon! ) Sincerely, Your Signature Your Typed Name

6 Skills Evaluation Form, Part I These forms are to be completed by a faculty/staff member, former employer or community member. EVALUATOR: Please complete Part I and Part II of this form in its entirety and return to the student in a sealed envelope with your signature across the back seal. Your comments will remain confidential, and will only be viewed by the hiring committee. Applicant's Name: Evaluator's Name: Evaluator's Position and Agency: Evaluator's Phone Number: Context of relationship with applicant: Please comment briefly on the following: What was the applicant s attendance record? Was the applicant on-time and dependable? Please comment on the applicant s academic performance and/or professional work performance: What are the candidate's three strongest qualities? Please explain.

7 What areas of development were communicated to the applicant and how did he or she respond? Do you think the candidate is qualified to assume the responsibilities of a Green Team Sustainability Advocate? Why or why not?

8 Skills Evaluation Form, Part II EVALUATOR: Please use the most appropriate number which best represents your assessment of this applicant s characteristics. You may include any additional information which you feel will assist us in interpreting your response. An example would be helpful in the case of an extremely high or low rating. Rating Scale: Unable to Assess = N/A Poor = 1 Below Average = 2 Average = 3 Above Average = 4 Excellent = 5 CHARACTERISTIC Organization and confidence: ability to set priorities and meet deadlines Management: ability to manage time effectively, ability to adapt to changes, ability to set and achieve goals. Interest and Concern for Others: willingness to meet the needs of others; openness to the feelings of others Team Oriented: ability to cooperate, work with a team Tolerance: ability to work with diverse groups or ideas Communication Skills: verbal Communication Skills: written Communication Skills: listening Assertiveness and Self-Reliance: willingness to take initiative; ability to negotiate or share point of view with others Self-Assessment Abilities: ability to judge own capabilities realistically and appropriately Emotional Stability: general ability to cope with stress/work under pressure Reliability and Energy Level: dependability and perseverance Judgment: ability to problem solve; flexibility and adaptability Ethics and Values: awareness of ethical issues; appropriateness of behavior RATING Additional Comments: Please return Part I & Part II of this form to the applicant in a sealed envelope with your signature across the back seal. Your comments will remain confidential, and will only be viewed by the hiring committee. Thank You!

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