Sustainability Manager

The College of Lake County is seeking a full-time Sustainability Manager to oversee sustainability programs and services. This role involves collaboration with faculty, staff, and community organizations to advance sustainability goals. Key responsibilities include managing the Sustainability Plan, participating in governance groups, and providing education and outreach. The position is based at the Grayslake Campus in Illinois and requires a commitment of 40 hours per week.
Sustainability Manager

College of Lake County

Full Time

REQ-00000192

Why choose the College of Lake County for your next
opportunity?

The College of Lake County (CLC) offers a competitive
salary, excellent benefits that includes Blue Cross Blue Shield of
Illinois health, Delta Dental and Superior Vision insurance plans,
tuition support for employees and qualified family members, three
retirement plans, disability, group and supplemental life
insurance, health and dependent care flexible spending account
plans, a compressed work week in the summer (Closed Fridays!),
generous vacation, sick and personal time off and 14 paid holidays
each year. Some benefits will not be available for part-time
employees (ex: health insurance).

CLC is a comprehensive community college located in northeastern
Illinois committed to being an innovative educational institution
providing life-changing paths for our students by offering
exceptional learning experiences. CLC achieved a milestone in 2025
with its designation as a Leader College of Distinction. CLC is
part of the Achieving the Dream (ATD) Network, made up of 300+
colleges committed to supporting student success at their
institutions and promoting economic vitality throughout their
communities. CLC has been a member of the ATD Network since 2019
and has held Leader College status since 2023.

CLC aspires to be a place where every student succeeds, every
employee thrives, so that every business achieves and every
community grows. Our mission is to be innovative and value-driven
in supporting student success through developing and encouraging
employees of all backgrounds on their journey toward achieving
personal and professional growth.

Position Title:

Sustainability Manager

Department:

Capital, Sustainability & Construction Management Operations
Department (Kevin Appleton (On Leave)

Position Type:

Staff

Job Family:

Professional

Job Summary:

The Sustainability Manager will organize the delivery of programs
and services for the college's Sustainability goals. The
Sustainability Manager will work in collaboration with CLC faculty
and staff, local government agencies, not-for profits, and other
agencies and organizations to support the college's sustainability
efforts around the campus, in the curriculum, and throughout the
community. The Sustainability Manager will be directly involved in
providing services to students, faculty, residents, businesses, and
others seeking information, resources, and training in the areas of
sustainability.

Posting Date:

02/18/2025

Expected Start Date:

04/14/2025

Compensation Grade:

C43

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full time

Location:

Grayslake Campus

Total Hours Per Week:

40

Job Description:

Summary of Essential Functions:

Project and Process Management: 50%

Develops and maintains the Sustainability Plan and the Annual
Performance Report. Participates actively on the Sustainability
Council and provides support to other shared governance groups.
Attends webinars, networking meetings, and conferences related to
sustainability in higher education. Provides
education/outreach/advocacy for the following constituent groups:
Campus Facilities and Construction/Capital Development departments,
to identify, initiate, support, and institutionalize resource
conservation practices focused on waste reduction, energy and water
conservation, environmental purchasing, dining services,
landscaping, etc. Staff, through workshops, the Sustainability
Council, Sust'y eBlasts, and the Sustainability Center. Students,
through the Environmental Club, SGA, class visits, and at the
Sustainability Center. Faculty, supporting proposals for new
training and curricula. Community, by hosting meetings of the Lake
County Community Partners for Sustainability, facilitating the Lake
County Green conferences, presenting at special events, and
representing CLC at outside forums. Business, non-profit,
and government sectors with requests for assistance in strategies
to address their sustainability needs. Public relations through
emails, website presence, press releases, social media, the Living
Lab Trail, and the Sustainability Center. High school students,
leading tours of the Science building, Living Lab Trail, apiary and
Campus Farm. Highlights educational/career/wellness benefits
associated with campus-based sustainability projects, such as:
Construction/Capital Development Projects. Recycling/compost
education and waste reduction. Energy efficiency measures for
electrical or gas applications. Renewable energy, with solar
thermal, solar PV and geothermal heat exchange. Alternative
transportation, promoting use of the Pace Bus service and bicycle
resources. Grounds projects, with bioswales, native landscaping,
restoration workdays, and integrated pest management. Dining
services, with the culinary program, Campus Farm, auxiliary
services, the food services committee, and vendors.

Strategic Leadership and Project Management 30%

Completes and coordinates reports/certifications, such as the
following: Grant applications and reports Triennial Sustainability
Plan Annual Sustainability Performance Report Annual Second Nature
Climate Report Green Dining Certification and annual renewal
Triennial STARS report Tree Campus Higher Education -
annual recertification Bee Campus USA - annual
recertification

Other 20%

Demonstrates a positive attitude, a strong environmental ethic,
and a team approach toward accomplishing institutional goals.
Demonstrates commitment to CLC Values and participates
with CLC initiatives. Follows institutional and
regulatory policies, procedures, and standards. Performs other
related duties as assigned.

The duties listed are intended only as illustrations
of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of
specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the
position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to
the position. The job description does not constitute an employment
agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to
change by the employer as the needs of the employer and
requirements of the job change.

Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Studies or related field.
• Five (5) years' Community college, not-for-profit, or corporate
experience.
• Two (2) years of supervisory experience.
• Strong organizational and project management skills as
demonstrated by work experience.
• Ability to travel locally and regionally.
• Proven ability to work effectively and constructively with
persons of diverse cultures, language groups, and abilities;
demonstrate sensitivity to and ability to work with the diverse
academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds of
community college students, faculty, and staff, including those
with disabilities; establish and maintain effective working
relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Desired Qualifications:
• Experience working in collaboration with multiple entities in
the development and implementation of programs and services
preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English

Salary:

$75,400 - $77,350 This range is firm. The salary offer in this
range will be commensurate with the candidate's education and
experience.

EEO Statement

College of Lake County is an Equal
Opportunity Employer with a policy of non-discrimination. Qualified
applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion,
sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity),
national origin, age (40 or older), disability and genetic
information (including family medical history).

To apply, visit https://clc.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External/job/Grayslake-Campus/Sustainability-Manager_REQ-00000192

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