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  • Sustainability Manager (Sustainability Specialist), Indiana University (Indianapolis, IN; due Aug. 11)

    Jul 29, 2024 11:30 am by Mark ReevesJobs

    Position description and application information:


    Sustainability Manager (Sustainability Specialist) 

    Department

    OFFICE OF SUSTAINABILITY (IN-SUST-IUINA)

    Department Information

    The Indiana University (IU) Office of Sustainability seeks to empower and equip staff, faculty, and students with the tools to lead the way in climate action and sustainability. Tasked with mitigating IU's environmental footprint and implementing the IU Climate Action Plan, we identify and promote sustainable solutions that reduce environmental impacts while supporting an equitable and prosperous IU, now and into the future.

    Mission

    IU Sustainability is committed to creating a culture of sustainability and advancing sustainability in the administrative, academic, research, and community engagement programs at IU Indianapolis.

    Vision

    IU Sustainability seeks to be recognized as a national leader in urban sustainability, and known for its academic, research, and community outreach efforts that support student success and the well-being of citizens of Indianapolis, the state of Indiana, and beyond.

    Job Summary

    This position will assist in the implementation of the IU Climate Action Plan and other comprehensive university programs to promote a culture of sustainability and stewardship of resources.

    Department-Specific Responsibilities

    • Develops, plans, coordinates, and implements sustainability-related programs, initiatives, and resources across a variety of areas in campus operations, including the built environment, food, grounds, purchasing, transportation, and waste. 
    • Supervises and mentors student interns.
    • Represents IU Indianapolis's sustainability programs to the university and the public.

    General Responsibilities

    • Oversees sustainability engagement programs and/or initiatives, including green certification, outreach campaigns, sustainability continuing education and professional development courses, environmental quality and land use, resource use and recycling, transportation, etc.
    • Develops and presents project and program proposals, plans and specifications, cost estimates, and budget recommendations.
    • Engages university and external/community constituents in sustainability efforts.
    • Manages data acquisition, tracking, and reporting of campus sustainability. 
    • Evaluates and tracks success metrics, impact, and outcomes for programs and initiatives.
    • Reports national sustainability rankings and provides plans and makes recommendations for improvement.
    • Reviews and monitors projects in progress to ensure budget control, timely completion, and adherence to outlined objectives and strategic goals. 
    • Develops and proposes solutions and implements modifications as appropriate, escalating highly complex matters as needed.
    • Researches industry policies and best practices in sustainability and incorporates findings into educational outreach.
    • May provide guidance to lower-level sustainability specialists.
    • May make procedural and process recommendations to supervisor for improved operational efficiency.

    Qualifications

    Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.

     EDUCATION

    Required

    • Bachelor's degree in environmental science, sustainability science, education, policy, or related field.

    Preferred

    • Master's degree in environmental science, sustainability, or related field.

    WORK EXPERIENCE

    Required

    • 2 years in environmental science, sustainability science, education, policy, or related field.

    SKILLS

    Required

    • Proficient communication skills.
    • Maintains a high degree of professionalism.
    • Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills.
    • Demonstrates a high commitment to quality.
    • Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
    • Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty.
    • Highly thorough and dependable.
    • Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure.
    • Proficiency with AutoCAD systems is required; REVIT proficiency is a plus.

    Working Conditions / Demands

    This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

    Advertised Salary

    $50,000 per year.

    Benefits Overview

    For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

    • Multiple plan options for medical insurance
    • Dental insurance
    • Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
    • Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
    • Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
    • Additional supplemental retirement plan options
    • Tuition benefit for IU classes
    • 10 paid holidays per year
    • Generous Paid Time Off
    • Paid Parental Leave
    • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

    Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.

    Job Classification

    Career Level: Career

    FLSA: Exempt

    Job Function: Engineering, Trades & Facility

    Job Family: Sustainability

    Click here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework.

    Posting Disclaimer

    This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.

    If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments.

    Equal Employment Opportunity

    Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

    Campus Safety and Security

    The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu or by visiting IUPD.

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    Telephone: 812-856-1234

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