Sustainability Coordinator – Measurement & Reporting
Job Description
Position Number:
115678Title:
CoordinatorFunctional Title:
Sustainability Coordinator – Measurement & ReportingCategory Status:
33-Exempt RegularApplicant Search Category:
StaffUniversity Authorized FTE:
1.000Unit:
VPA-Environmental Safety, Sustainability & RiskCampus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
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Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
The Sustainability Coordinator will develop and manage programs that engage students, faculty, and staff in campus sustainability initiatives to further a culture of sustainability among all sectors of the diverse campus community. The Sustainability Coordinator will support Office of Sustainability initiatives including the collection, analysis and reporting of sustainability related data both internally and to external rating organizations; participate in the management of existing programs, conduct research into new program areas, develop program proposals, and implement new initiatives. The Coordinator will also work with the professional staff to support the sustainability programs of other campus departments, workgroups and councils; as well as collaborative projects involving multiple campus units and students.
Benefits Summary
Top Benefits and Perks:Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience:
- At least two years of experience in carrying out sustainability programs within a major organization. This includes the development, implementation and assessment of sustainability programming, preparation of sustainability communications; and presentation of sustainability topics.
- Experience in the collection, analysis and reporting of sustainability data.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Strong communication skills including excellent writing skills and the ability to speak and present to small groups of people.
- Demonstrated understanding of, and experience with, methods, practices and procedures associated with sustainability.
- Proficient in the use of computer software programs and basic Microsoft Office products including Excel and PowerPoint.
- Strong interpersonal skills, working with diverse groups of individuals and building partnerships.
- Ability to work independently, to be a team leader and to be a team member. Ability to supervise and direct student interns.
- Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and to work with shifting priorities and schedules.
Preferences:
Preferences:
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Management, Physical Sciences, Engineering, Mathematics, Business or related field. Master’s or other advanced degree in the above areas or related field.
- Academic experience specific to sustainability.
- Experience working on sustainability programs for a large research university. Knowledge and experience in the use of Tableau and/or other data visualization software.
- Development and/or implementation of environmental and/or sustainability programs, behavior-change programs, environmental planning or policy, or related area.
- Experience writing and editing sustainability related communications including newsletters, and other materials.
- Experience working as a member of a professional sustainability office.
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This PositionPhysical Demands
This is a primarily a sedentary position with the physical demands found in an office environment involving extensive use of desktop computers.
Posting Date:
04/03/2024Open Until Filled
YesBest Consideration Date
04/17/2024Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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