Job Tag: Renewable Energy/Sustainability

Gensler’s D.C. Climate Action + Sustainability Studio captures the best outcomes of change for our clients through a range of services that build more resilient organizations, communities, and people. Our Specialists work with clients across industries on engagements related to workplace and real estate strategy, experience strategies, sustainability, change management, and other types of projects. Our consulting practice works across Gensler’s office and regional boundaries to create the best teams for each engagement and is committed to advancing our core climate change and equitable design priorities on every project.

We are adding a member to our team of Sustainability Specialists which provides focused leadership and forward-thinking solutions to all of Gensler’s clients, and champions our firm’s commitment to reducing the environmental impact of our portfolio.

What You Will Do

Lead and manage LEED and WELL process of the Design and Construction consultants for projects in both building and interior rating systems

Document and submit LEED and WELL credits for review by GBCI and IWBI

Project manage multiple LEED/WELL project budgets simultaneously

Engage project teams to perform project Embodied Carbon Assessments (interior and whole building)

Engage and educate external clients, consultants, and partner with our internal Gensler design teams

Your Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree preferably from an accredited school of architecture or interior design, environmental design, or engineering program

1 – 5 years of professional experience (including internships) in Sustainability Consulting

LEED AP with Specialty (BD+C or ID+C preferred)

WELL AP

Basic understanding of material transparency frameworks and life cycle assessment

Technical understanding and analysis of data from software relevant to sustainability such as simple box energy analysis, daylight modeling, solar feasibility and resource efficiency optimization

Communication skills including interpersonal, presentation, and public speaking

Strong organizational and collaborative skills to adapt to multiple team and client working styles

Proficient in MS Office with strength in Excel

Maintains a high level of collaboration, engagement & enthusiasm

Recommended Qualifications

Certification Experience: Fitwel, Living Building Challenge, LEED EBOM, ParkSmart, PEER, Energy Star, ACLCA

Basic proficiency with Revit

Knowledgeable in latest version of Building Codes, ASHRAE Standards and sustainability reference standards

Understanding of industry commitments to carbon reduction (AIA 2030, SE2050)

Confidence in facilitating strategic conversations

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite

Curious, well-read, eager to contribute to studio and Gensler firm culture

Conservation Law Foundation (CLF) is seeking an undergraduate student interested in environmental litigation to join the Clean Air & Water Program as a fall semester intern.

The Clean Air & Water Intern will work directly with Clean Air & Water Program staff to conduct a variety of research, writing, and administrative tasks to enrich and promote CLF’s litigation-based advocacy work. On a broad level, interns will learn about how public interest environmental lawyers strategically and creatively leverage legal tools and regulatory regimes to pursue environmental justice. On a day-to-day level, interns work will entail many of the tasks and responsibilities of a paralegal at CLF, including helping to conduct desktop and on-the-ground case investigations, researching environmental science topics, writing memos on the status of current cases, evaluating the viability of prospective cases, participating in all-team calls, and monitoring pollutants produced by facilities previously sued by CLF.

The internship pays a stipend of $9,400 for a full-time, 10-week internship, pro-rated for a shorter duration or for a part-time internship. The internship may also be used for course credit in lieu of a stipend. The intern will be based in the Boston office.

What you’ll do:

Assist with research on a variety of litigation topics pertaining to program priorities;
Assist with case developing through brainstorming on various environmental topics;
Perform administrative tasks such as note-taking.

What you’ll need:

Major in environmental science, environmental policy, environmental studies, legal affairs/pre-law, or related subject;
Excellent research and writing skills;
A strong and demonstrated interest in environmental advocacy and policy;
Experience working with the Microsoft Office Suite and social media tools;
The ability to work independently and take initiative;
A strong commitment to CLF’s mission and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion;
A strong work ethic and a positive attitude.

The Urban Design Division is responsible for crafting and executing a beautiful, human-scale, and inclusive vision for the design of the built environment across Boston. We champion the transformative power of beautiful, sustainable, walkable communities for everyone that support social, mental, and physical health while improving resiliency and promoting equity.

Under the direction of the Deputy Director of Design Review, the Sustainable Environmental Reviewer will contribute to new and ongoing sustainable and environmental design review, planning, and interdepartmental efforts focused on sustainability, resiliency, affordability, equity, and the built environment. The Sustainable Environmental Reviewer will also contribute to a wide range of sustainable design initiatives and projects, including producing analysis and conducting reviews of projects of varying scales and working in collaboration with other urban design, planning, and city staff.
Responsibilities:

Sustainable, Resilience and Environmental Design Review:

Conduct and assist with the sustainable, resilience, and environmental design review of projects undergoing development review. This includes a wide range of building uses and scales. Project design review includes meeting with project proponents, reviewing project designs, and filing for compliance with green building, zero carbon, and environmental policies, including LEED standards, building carbon emissions, embodied carbon, related design and engineering requirements, as well as wind, shadow and other environmental impacts.
Coordinate closely with internal and interdepartmental staff on how environmental, sustainability, green building, and zero carbon measures impact the design and function of buildings, the built environment and the public realm. Coordinate project review with city departments and agencies with corresponding environment, historic resources, public realm, and accessibility oversight and jurisdiction. Serve as a liaison between the Planning Department and other public review bodies.
Provide timely and concise review comments and advise project proponents on development review procedures including Zoning Articles 80, 37, and 25A, as it pertains to sustainable development, green building, zero carbon, climate change preparedness, resiliency, and/or environmental impacts. Communicate feedback in a professional and collaborative manner to external and internal stakeholders.
Analyze and evaluate through verbal, written and graphic media, project planning and design proposal and built environment impacts.

Planning, Policy and Urban Design:

Engage in aspects of planning, policy, urban and development design processes, including environmental, site, building, and existing conditions analysis, as well as conceptual and scenario development guided by the city’s planning and environmental goals and design vision.
Work across multiple scales and contexts, including city-wide, neighborhood, urban districts, campuses, and individual buildings.
Conduct written and graphic analyses of environmental, sustainable, and resilient design and development practices, plans, zoning, and policy initiatives.
Assist in crafting and updating planning, environmental, sustainable development, green building, zero carbon, and urban design guidelines and development review policies and procedures.

General:

Assist with review of development proposals in regards to sustainability, green building, zero carbon, resiliency, and environmental impacts in conformance with city goals and objectives.
Advise senior staff and leadership of critical projects, planning and policy-related issues requiring their input and/or approval.
Participate in the creation and definition of goals and objectives. Present materials, dispense information, conduct tours, and /or prepare exhibits about specific projects, programs, policies, designs, and planning work to private citizens, civic and community groups, private and professional organizations, and other interested parties.
Participate in the management, drafting, and implementation of related local, state, and federal policies, funding opportunities, projects, and requests for proposals (RFPs).
Create, maintain, and update records and reports to meet City of Boston documentation requirements.
Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Entrance Qualifications:

The position requires a bachelor’s, master’s or professional degree in architecture, urban design, engineering, sustainable design, environmental science, or a closely related field, plus at least one (1) year of related professional experience.

Other requirements include:

Working or academic experience with the USGBC’s LEED rating systems and sustainable development and green building principles and practice. LEED Associate or Accredited Professional certification preferred.
Experience with and strong interest in high-performance building planning, design, engineering, and construction.
Ability to assess and solve complex building design and engineering problems; analyze and interpret technical planning and design issues; communicate clearly in written, verbal, and graphic form; and operate effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Work proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and Adobe Creative Suite.
Working proficiency of building performance modeling and life-cycle assessing, AutoCAD, Rhino and Sketch up is desirable, but not required.
Clear ability to exercise good judgment and focus on technical details.
Demonstrated self-initiative and independent decision-making skills.

Interested in joining a growing company where you will work with talented colleagues, enhance a supportive and energetic culture, and be part of the climate solution? At Energy Solutions, we focus on the big impacts. And we believe that market-based programs can be a powerful force to deliver large-scale energy, carbon, and water-use savings. Since 1995, we’ve harnessed that power to offer proven, performance-based solutions for our utility, government, and institutional customers.

We are currently seeking a Senior Energy Efficiency Project Manager to join our Energy Efficiency Programs Department. As a member of the Energy Solutions team, you will have a broad impact on energy efficiency markets and greenhouse gas reductions through our work for North American Program Administrators and other national leaders in energy efficiency. This unique market opportunity, paired with Energy Solutions’ mission driven approach, creates a perfect environment for an individual who wants to have an active voice in shaping the nation’s energy future.

Daily responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Overall direction, management, quality control and completion of program deliverables
Facilitating the progress of a new program launch and manage a portfolio of projects
Communicating program progress to management, clients and external stakeholders
Interacting with customers, clients, and external collaborators
Developing and managing multiple complex project budgets and tasks with minimal oversight
Conducting market research and data analysis
Tracking of industry trends and other market changes that impact energy efficiency
Leading proposal content development efforts
Organizing and facilitating in-person meetings, conference calls, and facilitated collaboration sessions
Conducting program stakeholder meetings, capture escalations, and proactively resolve potential issues

Minimum qualifications:

A minimum of 8 years of related work experience
A technical bachelor’s degree with an energy-related discipline preferred
A minimum of 5 years project management experience
Demonstrated ability to conduct large collaborative facilitated sessions
Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills, including risk management and mitigation
Strong technical writing, data analysis, verbal communication and presentation skills
Ability to manage tactical and strategic tasks
Ability to interact professionally with clients and to serve as the primary point of client contact for some projects
Extensive experience using Microsoft Office (Office365, SharePoint, OneNote)
Willingness to conduct business travel

Preferred qualifications:

Knowledge of midstream programs
Knowledge of HVAC and/or Foodservice equipment

Compensation to commensurate with experience with the pay band of $92K – $125K/Annually

Dominion Energy is committed to providing reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy that powers our customers every day. If you want to work for a purpose-driven company that values safety and collaboration, we’re looking for you.

Job Summary

This role has the primary responsibility for the day to day administration and operations of the company’s residential or nonresidential demand response and energy efficiency programs. Position is responsible for research, development and implementation of demand side management (DSM) programs for all residential or nonresidential applications. Position will analyze and assess new DSM program opportunities and make actionable recommendations. osition will be responsible for: developing and managing vendor networks; development and reporting of measurement and validation metrics for DSM programs; working with industry experts, government entities and special interest groups to ensure best program practices; conducting research and developing position papers on existing and emerging technologies. Position will also assume a lead role in the financial analysis and review of existing and proposed DSM programs to ensure internal and regulatory hurdles are met.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

The knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences that are required for entry into this job include the following:

7-8+ years of related experience.
Demonstrated aptitude for inquisitive project research
Experience with vendor network negotiations
Knowledge of energy efficiency measures and energy systems
Ability to effectively handle multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to work collaboratively and productively with stakeholders
Demonstrated strong technical writing skills and technical documentation ability
Ability to effectively summarize and communicate complex ideas
Black Belt Certification in six sigma methodologies desirable

Education Requirements

Degree or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred level of education: Bachelor

Preferred Disciplines: Business, Engineering, Marketing

Other disciplines may be substituted for the preferred discipline(s) listed above

National Grid is hiring a US Environmental Sustainability Director for our Strategy & Regulation Department. This position can be located in Boston, MA or Brooklyn, NY.
Job Purpose

The US Environmental Sustainability Director is an excellent opportunity for an experienced leader with a pro-active strategic mindset, business experience and sustainability capability to help support National Grid’s environmental sustainability goals as set out in the Responsible Business Charter (RBC).

Working across the US business, this role leads a small team of subject matter experts, joining the dots across NY and NE, working closely with the team in the UK, as part of a global centre of excellence for sustainability.

This role provides expertise to NY and NE on issues such as supply chain emissions, retail gas emissions and nature. In this role you will also be expected to champion National Grid externally, showcasing what we are doing to lead the energy transition.

Key Accountabilities

• Working closely with NY and NE, lead the monitoring of our environmental sustainability commitments in the US including:

o holding BUs accountable for the delivery of their targets
o managing a colleague to facilitate US collection of performance data where required
o managing a colleague to coordinate and align US input into public disclosures such as the Responsible Business Report and Climate Transition Plan, as well as overseeing federal reporting requirements and assurance
o collaborating with Finance colleagues to ensure successful audit and assurance outcomes

• Partnering with the NY and NE Environmental Sustainability teams, ensuring alignment and coordination as well as providing expertise, advice and insights including best practices from across the business & externally to develop our approach to environmental sustainability in the US and remain an industry leader in this area.

• Providing support to NY and NE on rate cases spotting opportunities for collaboration and alignment and providing expertise as required.

• Work closely with the UK Environmental Sustainability Senior manager to support US input to Group environmental sustainability commitments, the development of environmental sustainability Communities of Practice (CoPS) and develop policies, getting NY and NE input and working with both BUs to embed the policies once agreed.

• Represent and drive the company’s sustainability priorities externally including engagement with investors, industry partners, peers, and working groups, so that key external stakeholders recognize us an industry leader and we understand stakeholder expectations.
• Provide SME capability and direct support to Investor Relations and Treasury to meet equity and fixed-income investors and answer investor questions on Environmental Sustainability.
• Leading a small team of sustainability professionals, building a trusting team environment, where all are equally welcomed and valued, and the team is supported and championed so they can perform at peak and reach their potential.

Qualifications

o Bachelor’s degree in sustainability, environmental science, engineering, business, sustainability, or a related field or equivalent experience is desirable.
o High personal and professional integrity and strong work ethics.
o Authoritative and emotionally intelligent, able to challenge and influence at senior levels across a large, complex organisation.
o Passionate and pragmatic about sustainability, with high levels of enthusiasm and drive to achieve results.
o Ability to relate to and articulate vision to business stakeholders.
o Willingness to accept change and provide direction.
o Strategic thinking and goal setting, aligning key performance indicators with team and company objectives.
o Demonstrated ability to manage adversity and challenging situations.
o Strong coaching and collaboration skills, within and across diverse and dispersed teams.
o Ensure the professional development of team members in ways that advance the skills and capabilities of the team and support individual career goals.
o Pro-active, can-do attitude. A self-starter with the drive to make an impact.
o Ideal to have expertise in environmental sustainability, including in key areas such as climate change, nature, GHG emissions accounting, science-based targets, decarbonization levers in the energy sector etc.
o Awareness of US influences on environmental sustainability, such as state policy and plans.
o Ability to manage senior relationships across business areas.
o Ability to build a trusting team environment, where all are equally welcomed and valued.
o Ability to develop cooperative and constructive working relationships.
o Ability to build trusted relationships at all levels of the organisation.

Summary: Under general direction, the Project Manager II leads, oversees, and performs a wide range of mid-management level project planning, monitoring, and controlling principles and processes to deliver product, service, or program solutions for areas with unique demands that require specialized project management expertise. This position plans, coordinates, administers, and manages project funding/budgeting, scoping, bidding, and the entire lifecycle from conception to completion, ensuring milestone deadlines are met and delivered. Conducts research and analysis and prepares reports; assists in the development and implementation of specialized project procedures or programs. This position also provides complex administrative, professional, and technical assistance to the Department Director, management, staff, and members of the public, including working closely with various City departments and internal and external stakeholders; and performs related duties as assigned.

If you are a professional who is adaptable and thrives in a fast-paced environment working on diverse and impactful projects, this job may be for you! Leverage your expertise in:

Project management of complex, high profile projects
Successful grant writing and administration
Designing and conducting equitable community engagement
Consultant procurement and contracting
Research, synthesis and presentation of technical information
Producing high quality and accessible deliverables
Collaborating across departments, sectors, academia and nonprofit partners

Ideal Candidate:

Sustainability and/or Coastal Resiliency Experience
Project Management Experience
Relevant Policy and Regulatory Knowledge/Relationships
Excellent Public Relations Skills
Strong Interpersonal Skills
Analytical/Critical Thinker
Successfully Navigates Shifting Priorities

The minimum qualifications for Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities are the following:

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public or business administration, finance, economics, political science, or related field; and,
Three (3) years of responsible experience in project or program coordination and/or management experience, and research and analytic work or policy analysis and program management; or one (1) year experience performing work comparable to a Project Manager I with the City of Santa Cruz.

OR

High School diploma or tested equivalent; and,
Six (6) years of responsible experience in project or program coordination and/or management experience, and research and analytic work or policy analysis and program management; or two (2) years of experience performing work comparable to a Project Manager I with the City of Santa Cruz.

The Minnesota Marine Art Museum (MMAM) is thrilled to announce the creation of a new, two-year temporary grant funded role, aimed to support and advance the museum’s commitment to clean water and climate stewardship. With support from the Morgan Family Foundation, MMAM is developing a career opportunity for an entry level professional with a strong interest in climate leadership to fill the role of Associate Curator of Climate and Clean Water. Our Associate Curator of Climate and Clean Water will primarily be responsible for (a) serving as a member of the Operations Team, assessing the organization’s operations and procedures, advocating and advancing practical improvements to reduce the organization’s greenhouse gas emissions, reducing waste, and creating an internal working culture that’s sustainably oriented, and (b) serving as a member on the Engagement Team, developing, implementing, and evaluating new public engagement opportunities that will build a culture of environmental stewardship into the museum’s education and exhibition activities.

Through their work with the Operations team, the Associate Curator of Climate and Clean Water leads the planning, development, and execution of initiatives to reduce MMAM’s climate footprint. Their focus on detail oriented analysis will ensure success in both smaller scale operational changes to lower our impact on an already fragile ecosystem, as well as locate, explore and secure grants, and partnerships that will enable MMAM to be a leader in the cultural sector for responsible climate stewardship.

In their work with the Engagement team, the Associate Curator of Climate and Clean Water’s insightful vision will highlight great art that reflects the challenges of a planet in crisis due to human actions, as well as draw attention to the work that MMAM is doing to improve our impact on the environment. Their ability to develop strategies to drive engagement with our exhibitions, initiatives, and activism, both online and in person, will be a core responsibility of the role.

As a result of their work, MMAM aims to (1) usher in an era of curatorial, education, and public engagement with commitment to building a culture of climate and clean water stewardship, (2) position MMAM as a convenor and leader of a diverse and representative coalition of clean water and energy educational stewards in Southern Minnesota, and (3) guide MMAM’s operational plan to convert to 100% renewables and achieve carbon neutrality by 2040.

This role reports to the Director of Engagement and guides and supports the work of the Engagement team, directly supporting the work of the Curator of Learning and Community Impact and the Curator of Exhibitions and Collections, taking a holistic, long-term view of all MMAM engagement programs, services and activities. They will contribute climate and clean water initiatives to the interpretive efforts of the museum, supporting cross-departmental project teams towards impact, working with other members in the organization to set the tone for MMAM’s next iteration as an institution, and ensure the museum is planning 2-3 years ahead.

This position is a two-year temporary role funded by the Morgan Family Foundation. MMAM is grateful for the Foundation’s commitment to mitigating global warming, an existential threat that we believe museums have a central, and vital role in addressing. As institutions committed to (1) social bridging and community building, (2) cultivating culture shifts and shifting perspectives, and (3) caring for resources – art and cultural resources – in perpetuity by stewarding the collections our institutions are founded on, MMAM is committed to climate action that is both outward looking (through our educational efforts, advocacy work, and coalition building) as equally as our inward looking (through our operations, energy choices, and the ways we care for the natural communities we operate from).

You’ll likely demonstrate:

Undergraduate or master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., museum studies, environmental science, social justice)

Strong understanding of climate change, social justice, and related issues

Strong commitment to equity, access, and inclusion evident in employment experiences and outcomes

Experience in museum curation, exhibition development, or related fields

Experience with exhibition development and visitor experience management and its delivery and integration within a cultural or other not-for-profit organization

Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, both written and oral

Working knowledge of the arts, cultural institutions, and current art museum practice

Demonstrated creativity and innovation in developing and implementing high impact projects

Experience collaborating with curators or other programmers, artists, and scholars to build engaging programs and initiatives

Experience with energy use and emissions data analysis

Experience working with contractors to implement projects relating to sustainability

Previous experience in facilities maintenance or trades a plus

Green City Force (GCF) engages young adults from New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) communities and other low-income NYC housing in service years related to the environment. In doing so, we prepare them for sustainable careers, while serving to make public housing communities more sustainable and healthier, creating the green city we want to see.

Green City Force (GCF) seeks a highly motivated and experienced development professional to join our team as a Senior Development Manager. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Senior Development Manager will play a critical role in driving fundraising and communications efforts, contributing to GCF’s annual budget target of $6M+. This position is part of a two-person Senior Development Manager team and collaborates closely with finance, executive, and program leadership across the organization. Additionally as part of this role, you will manage corporate volunteer activities and events that explore and deepen the relationships with new and existing corporate funders interested in our work.

This is an excellent opportunity for a results-oriented and detail-minded professional who is passionate about contributing to a high-performing team and tackling significant challenges.

Fundraising & Revenue Generation:

Manage and expand corporate and government giving portfolios, identifying new sources of revenue to meet strategic fundraising targets.

Develop and implement strategic plans for cultivating and stewarding corporate and government relationships, including an impactful strategy for identifying and engaging corporate donors.

Source institutional grant prospects with a focus on Corporate and Government funding.

Provide leadership and support for fundraising events and other funding streams, as needed.

Grant Management & Reporting:

Lead the drafting, editing, and submission of grant applications, reports, letters of inquiry, and other necessary communications for corporate and government funders.

Set up, implement, and manage the proposal process for government funding, including assisting in writing government grants as directed.

Manage grant applications, submissions, and reports, including proactive engagement of necessary contributors, clear communication of data/information requests, and tracking of deadlines.

Monitor grant contract review and processing to ensure all due diligence is in place, foreseeing and managing any potential processing delays.

Lead data pulls and data analysis on corporate giving to guide strategy and implementation, working interdepartmentally to secure needed data on programmatic impacts for fundraising purposes.

Under the direction of the ED, help prepare reports for Board and Committee meetings.

Support the Development team’s efforts around systems and Salesforce database management.

Relationship Management & Stewardship:

Identify, cultivate, and steward relationships with corporate partners, including overseeing corporate volunteer activities and events designed to foster and strengthen these relationships.

Help shepherd relationships with corporate and government funder program officers in partnership with the Executive Director.

Oversee corporate volunteer activities and events designed to foster and strengthen relationships with current and prospective corporate funders.

Communications

Lead the design direction and implementation of all design materials, potentially overseeing design volunteers or consultants.

Contribute to drafting content for the website, blog, and other public platforms to promote GCF activities, impact, and brand.

Maintain visual/ photo assets and support photography efforts to secure original marketing materials.

Skills and Requirements

A passion for Green City Force’s mission and social justice

5+ years of progressive experience in fundraising and development or related roles, with a proven track record of securing major gifts.

Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing successful fundraising strategies with a wide range of funders and stakeholders.

Highly detailed oriented and able to track multiple projects, deadlines and priorities.

Exceptional interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills, including the ability to write compelling proposals, reports, and other fundraising skills.

Ability to develop and implement strategic fundraising plans aligned with organizational goals. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Proficiency in CRM databases (e.g., Salesforce) and Microsoft Office Suite.

Strong project management skills – experience with creating project plans, setting goals and deadlines, and keeping a team on schedule to meet deadlines

The Director of Campus Sustainability is a key leader on the management team for Facilities Planning and Management (FPM) and reports directly to the Associate VP / University Architect. The primary responsibility of this position is the establishment and management a formal sustainability program for the University. The Director provides thought leadership, advises University policy and decision makers, oversees outreach and programs, submits and tracks mandated compliance and regulatory reports, and communicates sustainability performance and progress. The Director of Campus Sustainability will supervise other professionals and interns in the department.

The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is: up to $100,000 – $110,000.
Responsibilities

Sustainability Leadership and Strategic Direction

Provides thought leadership on sustainability, environmental stewardship, and resilience.
Develops, implements, and evaluates strategic sustainability goals, practices, and initiatives in collaboration with diverse university stakeholders.
Researches and evaluates new sustainable technologies, services, and opportunities for campus.

Management of the University Sustainability Plan and Related Programs

Maintains and implements a whole school sustainability plan unique to The Catholic University of America based on industry best practices; including goals, measurements, milestones, and detailed implementation recommendations based on existing operations.
Serves as a subject matter expert to project teams and staff, providing information and expertise regarding sustainable ideas, systems, and products.
Performs data collection and analysis on sustainability key performance indicators.
Manages the submission of all regulatory and voluntary internal and external sustainability reports.
Provides easy-to-understand presentations of findings and recommendations as requested.

Culture of Continuous Improvement

Manages staff and faculty outreach and collaboration initiatives, including initiatives to incorporate sustainability into the curriculum and the workplace.
Manages student engagement initiatives on campus including but not limited to the community garden, food recovery program, and green move-out program, and mentors student organizations focused on sustainability and the environment.
Identifies and implements new engagement opportunities for students, staff, and faculty across campus.

Communication, Collaboration, and Customer Service

Communicates with a wide variety of internal and external constituents, including executive management.
Promotes university activities, programs, and accomplishments in the area of sustainability by overseeing and maintaining all sustainability communications and marketing channels. Maintains the Office of Campus Sustainability webpage and distributes periodic Green Newsletters.
Designs and maintains sustainability resources and tools that can assist others in integrating sustainability into their work.
Works closely with university staff to ensure compliance with university standards and systems.
Represents the University in external engagements with subject matter authority and relevance.
Participates in internal committees and taskforces.

Organizational Effectiveness and Professional Development

Supervises and mentors Office of Campus Sustainability staff and interns.
Manages the operational budget allocated for the Office of Campus Sustainability.
Assists in obtaining bids and overseeing contract work for sustainability initiatives, as appropriate.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Architecture, Engineering, or related fields of study.
Minimum 7 years professional experience with demonstrated progressive experience and leadership in corporate sustainability.
Preferred experience in a university setting or within the context of facilities planning and management.
Proven experience establishing a new program within an existing organization.
Established ability to manage high profile, multi-stakeholder projects. Proven track record of initiating and managing mutually beneficial stakeholder relationships.
Experienced in budget development and management.
Assists in obtaining bids and overseeing contract work for sustainability initiatives, as appropriate.
LEED or equivalent credential in sustainability required within one year of employment.
Ability to plan, organize, set priorities, implement, and evaluate programs and services in support of the Office of Campus Sustainability’s broad organizational goals.
Ability to communicate effectively and with a strong service orientation with all levels of university
stakeholders.
Ability to be productive, deliver high quality work, take initiative, and use good judgment/problem analysis.
Ability to produce quality results with limited resources while handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to translate knowledge and skills into action.
Strong knowledge of environmental best practices.
Strong creative and solutions-oriented mindset.
Supportive of the unique mission of The Catholic University of America.