Instructional Aid Specialist-Capstone and Outreach Support

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Job Title:

Instructional Aid Specialist-Capstone and Outreach Support

Department:

FAES School of Environment and Natural Resources

The School of Environment and Natural Resources (SENR) seeks an Instructional Aid Specialist to support the instructional, administrative, and partnership needs of the undergraduate Capstone courses (ENR 4900.01 and 4567), with additional responsibilities supporting alumni and community engagement. This role provides consistent, high-level coordination and instructional support across multiple sections of the capstone experience and assists in connecting students, instructors, and community partners through high-impact, real-world projects.

The SENR and EEDS Capstone courses engage more than 20 project partners per year, resulting in public-facing student deliverables archived in the OSU Knowledge Bank (100+ reports available to date). Both courses recently received recognition through the Ohio State Office of Outreach and Engagement as Programs of Excellence in Engaged Scholarship. The Instructional Aid Specialist will also coordinate with SENR’s outreach staff, careers team, and alumni society to strengthen long-term community and alumni relationships.

Minimum Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Environment and Natural Resources, Public Administration, Communications, or related field or equivalent relevant experience. Experience involving project coordination, instructional support, editing, or community engagement. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities with professionalism and attention to detail.

Minimum Desired Qualifications

Master’s degree in Environment and Natural Resources or a related field. 1–2 years of experience in instructional support, program coordination, or partnership development (may include

graduate assistantships or equivalent). Familiarity with OSU systems (e.g., CarmenCanvas, Office 365, Knowledge Bank submission tools). Comfort with editing documents for publication and supporting professional formatting standards.

Additional Information:

This job profile is a Instructional Aid Specialist 1 (S1 level) position on the career roadmap.

The salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limit to, education, years of experience, internal equity, etc.

Location:

Kottman Hall (0340)

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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