Sustainability Program Manager

Excel Campus Activities; Arlington (TX); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Texas seeks a Sustainability Program Manager to oversee its sustainability initiatives. The role involves program management, community engagement, and collaboration with various departments to achieve sustainability goals. Ideal candidates will have a background in sustainability and experience in higher education.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Five years of relevant experience in sustainability or environmental science.
• Demonstrated experience in sustainability program management.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage and implement programs related to campus sustainability.
• Gather data on sustainability initiatives and reports.
• Engage the campus community through outreach programs.

Skills

Sustainability Program Management

Communication

Data Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master of Science

Tools

MS Office 365

Adobe Acrobat

InDesign

Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number S06238P Position Title Sustainability Program Manager Department Office of Sustainability Location Arlington Job Family Administrative Support Position Status Full-time Work Hours Standard Work Schedule

Monday – Friday; 8:00am – 5:00pm

• Outside of regular work hours for meetings, presentations, and events.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Hybrid Eligible.
  
  

Open to External and Internal Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience up to $66,000. Duration Funding expected to continue Pay Basis Monthly Benefits Eligible Yes Benefits at UTA

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.

https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits

Benefits

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Job Summary

The Sustainability Program Manager is responsible for managing UT Arlington’s Office of Sustainability in its charge to advance campus sustainability goals. This role is instrumental in fostering a culture of sustainability on campus, supporting curriculum development, outreach, and community engagement, and ensuring the university meets its sustainability goals and reporting requirement In addition, the Program Manager will collaborate and build relationships with individuals, departments, and organizations on and off campus to pursue goals in the following priority areas: food and dining, grounds, responsible consumption, transportation, community education, sustainable facilities (water, buildings, and energy), waste, partnership, and outreach.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, coordinate, manage, and implement programs and activities related to campus sustainability- within and outside campus.
• Maintain and gather data on various programs and initiative like the AASHE STARS report, SIMAP for emissions inventory, sustainability Dashboard, courses, and other rankings and reports.
• Manage and improve the Waste Management Program (recycling, composting, electronic waste) and explore ways to implement new programs.
• Collaborate with the Office of marketing and communication to coordinate and/or participate in public relations activities including website updates, brochures, newsletters, and other materials to support the work of the campus.
• Engage the campus community through outreach and educations programs such as Office Green Teams, Earth day, Campus sustainability month, and engage with students and student organizations.
• Seek out grant funding for sustainability-related projects and work to apply for those grants and award applications.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the administrative work of the office such as Procard statements, inventory management, and trainings.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Five (5) years or relevant experience or combination of education and relevant experience in sustainability and/or environmental science or an equivalent mix of education and relevant experience in similar role.
• Demonstrated experience in sustainability program management, knowledge of and enthusiasm for current sustainability issues and best practices, and ability to share knowledge with various groups.
• Basic computer knowledge (MS Office 365).
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree such as Masters of Science.
• Experience promoting institutional sustainability across multiple disciplines/departments.
• Demonstrated knowledge and administrative experience with college or university campus sustainability initiatives.
• Project administration and/or leadership experience, preferably related to sustainability in higher education.
• Grant-writing ability or experience.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated skill in the use of spreadsheets, database programs, and word processing programs and basic-intermediate skills in creative programs suits (Adobe Acrobat, InDesign, Illustrator and/or Photoshop).
• Familiarity with higher education organizational and operational structures with the ability to objectively think through initiatives’ impact in an institutional setting.
• Ability to develop an understanding of the long-term strategic vision and planning for the campus and integrate that into the work of the sustainability office.
• Ability to continually learn about or acquire new knowledge of sustainability.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously without daily supervision, delegating tasks appropriately as needed.
• Ability to build and maintain strategic working relationships with a various range of individuals, groups, and organizational leaders, especially engaging with students and staff.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills including email communications.
• Ability to manage data collection and reporting processes for surveys, reports, and publications.
• Ability to learn and use software including web page maintenance and carbon footprint reporting tools such as SIMAP, data management and organization.
• High degree of energy and initiative, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated aptitude and motivation to conduct research that guides and informs sustainability strategies – both online and in person through interviews and stakeholder engagement.
• Must possess strong organizational, time management and project management skills, with the ability to support multiple projects of various types at different stages with emphasis on accuracy and meeting milestones and deadlines.
• Ability to design flyers, develop newsletters and manage social media accounts for the office.
• Interest in and academic background in sustainability.
• Passionate and up to date on behavioral change theory, research, and strategies, able to integrate this into their work/programs, and willing to share this knowledge with relevant stakeholders.
  
  

Other Requirements Working Conditions Special Conditions for Eligibility CBC Requirement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.

University Information

The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.

Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

ADA Accommodations

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email [e-mail].

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1 Open Until Filled Minimum Number of References Required 3 Maximum Number of References Accepted 3 Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

Requirement Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What is the highest level of education attained?
• GED
• High School Diploma
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• PhD or equivalent
• * How much experience do you have in sustainability and/or environmental science?
• None/Less than 1
• 2 to 3 years
• 4 to 5 years
• 5 years or more
• * How many years of experience do you have working in higher education?
• None/less than 1 year
• 2 to 3 years
• 4 to 5 years
• 6 years or more
• * How many years of professional experience do you have in the related field?
• None/less than 2 years
• 2 to 3 years
• 4 to 5 years
• 6 years or more
  

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume or CV
• Cover/Interest Letter
  
  

Optional Documents