Sustainability Program Manager

The University of Texas at Arlington is hiring a Sustainability Program Manager to oversee its Office of Sustainability. This role involves advancing campus sustainability goals, managing programs related to waste management, transportation, and community engagement, and collaborating with various stakeholders. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and five years of relevant experience in sustainability. The position requires strong program management skills and the ability to engage the campus community.
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:
• 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.

Required 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.

Special Instructions:
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.

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.

Open Until Filled: No

Location: Arlington