Director of Sustainability (On-Site)
University of California MercedJob ID: 64450
Location: Merced
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Hiring Range: The full salary range for this position is $83,400 - $155,800. The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $106,300 - $133,000.
Job Closing Date: Posting will remain open until filled.
About UC Merced: The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system's 10 campuses and the first American research university built in the 21st century. With more than 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students, UC Merced offers an environment that combines a commitment to diversity, inclusion, collaboration and professional development.
About the Job: Reporting to the Vice Chancellor - Chief Operating Officer, the Director of Sustainability serves as the leader of UC Merced's sustainability initiatives to foster a culture of sustainability among students, faculty, and staff. Identifies and prioritizes areas for institutional sustainability efforts and works closely with academic and other operations units, such as Facilities Management, to develop and implement short- and long-range plans.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage the Sustainability budget and operations to meet campus needs and expectations.
- Set department goals and regularly update the Sustainability Strategic Plan to align with the Campus's Strategic Plan.
- Serves as liaison and internal consultant to administrators to address strategic, long-term sustainability initiatives.
- Lead UC Merced's reporting efforts, including AASHE STARs, Princeton Green Colleges, and UC Merced's Annual Report on Sustainability.
- Provides expert leadership to a team of highly specialized professionals in the field of Sustainability.
- Oversee the development, implementation, and ongoing management of many projects in the department of Sustainability.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in environmental science, management, or policy; architecture; engineering; or public health.
- Master's degree or PhD. (Preferred)
- 5 years of related experience or 9 years equivalent experience/training.
- Professional Accreditation in Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design. (Preferred)
- LEED Accredited Professional. (Preferred)
- ISSP Certified Sustainability Professional. (Preferred)
CRITICAL KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS:
- Expert knowledge in energy and environmental design, sustainability management policies, issues, and initiatives.
- Expertise in U.S. Green Building Council rating systems.
- Expert knowledge of policies and procedures in the areas of design and construction.
- Advanced ability to foster collaboration across diverse constituencies.
- Highly developed verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Expert ability to use data to generate benefit-cost ratios.
Background Check: Background check will be required.
How to Apply: An online application is required for each position to apply. For applicants with disabilities who need additional assistance, please contact ucmjobs@ucmerced.edu.
Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of California, Merced is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
To apply, please visit: https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psp/ucm/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=25&JobOpeningId=64450&PostingSeq=1
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