Sustainability & Conservation Fellow

Arizona State University is hiring a Sustainability & Conservation Fellow to support sustainability initiatives and educational program design within the Learning Enterprise. The role involves creating learner-facing offerings, representing ASU at sustainability events, and forming strategic partnerships. This full-time position is based at ASU's Tempe campus, with a salary range of $65,000 to $75,000, depending on experience.
Department Statement:

About the Learning Enterprise

We believe that the rigid and linear design of traditional higher education is neither an effective ladder to social and economic opportunity for all learners nor is it responsive to rapidly evolving workforce needs. ASU has responded to these challenges with the creation of Learning Enterprise (LE). We are guided by the belief that everyone should have universal access to education and opportunity. At every stage of life.

LE re-imagines the role of universities in society and evolves the design of learning offerings. These products (LE's learning offerings) are academically rigorous, tech-enabled, and outcomes-driven. They are stackable, accessible, and evidence-based - designed to respond to the needs of students and employers with the resources and values of the university.

LE's initial focus is on the following areas: foundational skills and mindsets, professional and technical career skills and personal development, cultural and civic learning.

At LE, we share a common set of values that guide our work and collaboration:

Scrappy. We are undaunted by challenges. We remain undeterred by anything that stands in the way of moving our vision forward. If we fall, we get up, over and over again. If it doesn't exist, we create it. If something doesn't work, we try something else.

Driven. We always push to be better for ourselves, for each other, and for our students. We are not defeated or guided by the status quo. We see what could be and relentlessly pursue it.

Intentional Architects. We know our attitude towards what we are doing will determine our success. We see the big picture and take deep pride in building every block that makes up our long-term vision. We are motivated by the potential of a transformed future while remaining firmly focused on tending to the tasks in front of us today.

Leading from the heart. We deeply care about people and their well-being. Everyone is unconditionally supported. We believe in human potential and invest in continuous growth.

Candid collaborators. We share ideas and feedback at all levels. We have strong opinions loosely held and intentionally engage in debate. We strive for clarity through direct and honest communication. We know our work is better for it.

Job Profile:
Administrative Support Specialist 1

Job Family:
Administrative Support

Time Type:
Full time

Max Pay - Depends on experience:
$75,000.00 USD Annual

Job Description:

Are you passionate about advancing sustainability and conservation initiatives while creating impactful educational opportunities for learners? Do you have a strong background in sustainability, conservation, educational program design, and forming strategic alliances? Arizona State University (ASU) is seeking a dynamic individual to join our Learning Innovations team as a Sustainability and Conservation Fellow. In this role, you will help build the sustainability portfolio within the Learning Enterprise at ASU, creating learner-facing offerings, representing the Learning Enterprise at key sustainability events, and forging strategic partnerships.

This role is based at ASU's Tempe campus.

Salary Range: $65,000 - $75,000; Depends on experience

Essential Duties:

As the Sustainability and Conservation Fellow, you will help shape and drive the ASU Learning Enterprise's sustainability strategy while engaging learners through on-the-ground, community-driven educational programs. In the role, you will identify and cultivate strategic partnerships to enhance sustainability initiatives across the ASU ecosystem, advancing significant efforts around water, energy, and carbon. The role will also support significant conservation-focused initiatives in the U.S. and internationally. Reporting to the Sr. Director of Learning Innovations, your focus will be to develop educational experiences that catalyze community engagement in water, energy, and carbon issues, while expanding ASU's role as a leader in sustainability education.

In the first 3 months you will:
• Build strategic partnerships that directly engage learners: Establish strong alliances with community organizations, industry leaders, and academic partners focused on sustainability. Your goal will be to engage 500 learners in sustainability programs within three months, creating frameworks for collaboration and resource-sharing that amplify ASU's impact.
• Lead sustainability event engagement: Represent/host ASU Learning Enterprise at key sustainability- and conservation-focused events. You will lead efforts to expand ASU's presence and visibility, serving as the "boots on the ground" for any networking and promotion of ASU's initiatives, and cultivating partnerships that can lead to further collaborations.
• Curate (and develop as needed) sustainability-focused learning materials to immediately engage learners: Work directly with internal experts as well as external SWSIE partners to curate and create accessible, engaging, and learner-centered sustainability content, including videos, blogs, workshops, and interactive modules that can be used to create programs for learners. Establish the ASU and the Learning Enterprise as their go-to home for sustainability and education in the region.

Key Areas of Work:
• Learner Acquisition: Design and launch educational programs that increase learner engagement in sustainability efforts, targeting a diverse array of populations across different regions.
• Develop and Implement the Learning Enterprise Sustainability & Conservation Strategies: Utilize your expertise in sustainability, conservation, and educational design to implement a comprehensive strategy that aligns with ASU's sustainability and conservation goals. This includes understanding and capturing university assets and understanding learner gaps. Ensure the integration of sustainability and conservation into the Learning Enterprise's broader educational initiatives.
• Pilot Creation and Scaling: Research, propose, and develop scalable pilot projects focused on sustainability education, ensuring they can be adapted to different community needs while maintaining broad impact.
• Development of Learning Assets: Collaborate with multimedia designers and content creators to develop high-quality, learner-centered sustainability and conservation resources that reflect ASU's commitment to sustainability. Ensure that all materials are evidence-based, engaging, and accessible to diverse learner populations.
• Strategic Partnership Building: Forge meaningful relationships with stakeholders, including sustainability and conservation organizations, industry leaders, and academic partners. Act as ASU's ambassador at major sustainability and conservation events, securing partnerships and promoting ASU's sustainability initiatives to increase reach and influence. Leverage these partnerships to introduce innovative educational programs and enhance ASU's role in advancing sustainability and conservation education.

Desired Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Conservation, Renewable Energy, or a related field.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing sustainability-focused educational programs.
• Respected within the sustainability field, evidenced by previous roles, partnerships, or contributions to the field.
• Strong track record of building successful collaborations with diverse stakeholders, including community organizations, academic institutions, and industry partners.
• Visionary mindset with the ability to strategize and execute initiatives for scalable impact.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to engage stakeholders and effectively promote sustainability initiatives.

Join us in our mission to transform sustainability education and empower learners to contribute to a more sustainable future. Apply now and be a part of ASU's groundbreaking efforts to integrate sustainability into learning for all.

Working Environment:
• Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and manipulating a computer mouse; required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work.
• Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds.
• Regular activities require ability to quickly change priorities, which may include and/or are subject to resolution of conflicts.
• May be required to perform tasks in the field within and/or across University campuses.
• Ability to clearly communicate to perform essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications:
Associate's degree and one (1) year of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Driving Requirement:
Driving is not required for this position.

Location:
Campus: Tempe

Funding:
Grant Funded

Instructions to Apply

Current Employees and Students should apply directly within Workday using the Jobs Hub. Use this link and log in using SSO:
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