Sustainability and Community Engagement Manager

The Sustainability and Community Engagement Manager at Compass Group will collaborate with university departments to implement sustainability initiatives, focusing on waste reduction, sustainable packaging, and student engagement. The role involves managing relationships with stakeholders, developing training materials, tracking sustainability data, and leading waste audits. Candidates should have a degree in Sustainability or Environmental Science and at least 2 years of relevant experience. This position is based in Evanston and Chicago, IL.
Location: Evanston and Chicago, IL

Salary: $78,000 - $80,000

Other Forms of Compensation: Full Benefits and 401K

At over 300 college & universities around the country, Chartwells Higher Education is re-inventing the on-campus dining experience. We are challenging the norm and setting new standards by investing in high-tech, food-infused social spaces that bring people together to promote meaningful relationships and interactions. We are food-forward difference makers, bound together by a desire to feed hungry minds and prepare students for success.

We are seeking hungry, humble and smart associates who are looking to join and grow with a diverse organization. We invite you to start your career journey with us and look forward to hearing from you.

Job Summary

The Sustainability & Community Engagement Manager works independently and collaboratively across food service operations and university departments to plan, manage, and implement activities in the following areas: waste reduction and diversion, sustainable packaging innovation, local and MWBE purchasing, carbon footprint reductions, student engagement, and sustainability reporting.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Collaborate and manage relationships across operations with clients, stakeholders, university officials, and students to develop and implement sustainability centered solutions
• Develop and refine employee sustainability training materials to increase engagement across operations
• Track a variety of sustainability data points to monitor progress and identify opportunities
• Compile data to share on monthly, quarterly, and annual basis with different stakeholders in various presentation formats (including but not limited to an annual campuswide sustainability report, monthly MWBE/local vendor purchasing reports, AASHE STARS)
• Lead waste audits to assess waste diversion rates
• Participate and project manage long and short-term program development and planning for the waste & procurement sections of the campus strategic sustainability plan to ensure timely completion of program deliverables
• Plan, develop, and implement student engagement events to build awareness of sustainability across food service on campus

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Undergraduate degree in a field related to Sustainability or Environmental Science with a minimum of 2 years' experience working in sustainability, energy management, or waste minimization and/or recycling
• Sustainable Resource Management Professional or GRI/Leeds/True Zero Waste certification status may offset formal education
• A strong understanding of sustainability practices
• Ability to work with diverse individuals and groups on complex issues
• Track record of program management

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates at Chartwells Higher Ed are offered many fantastic benefits.
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information

Req ID: 1476523

Chartwells HE

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