Associate Director for Sustainability
Company: UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI
Location: Santa Cruz
Posted on: January 25, 2025
Job Description:
Department: Facilities Management Administration
(10000904)Employee Designation: Regular Full-time (Benefits
Eligible)The University of Mississippi - fondly referred to as Ole
Miss - stands as a premier public research institution with a proud
legacy of academic distinction. We are devoted to nurturing a
vibrant, inclusive community where every member - student, faculty,
and staff - can achieve their fullest potential.Department
SummaryThe University of Mississippi Facilities Management
Department strives to provide an environment where you can flourish
and grow. At Ole Miss, we value Safety, Customer Service
Excellence, Teamwork, Innovation, and integrity and respect. We
strive to foster a culture of collaboration and continuous
improvement.Role SummaryThis position directs and manages
sustainability efforts of the University. The incumbent manages the
daily operations of the Office of Sustainability, oversees program
developments and plans and directs events to raise awareness of
sustainability.Examples of Work Performed
- Develops sustainability programs and initiatives to educate and
engage the University of Mississippi.
- Oversees communication strategies for the Office of
Sustainability.
- Identifies sources of extramural funding and applies for such
funding related to campus sustainability.
- Develops budget and monitors expenses which includes creating
reports detailing program spending.
- Creates annual reports.
- Coordinates data collection efforts related to sustainability
assessment at the University such as the greenhouse gas
inventory.
- Develops projects, recruits and interviews, monitors progress
and evaluates job performance for intern positions.
- Provides professional mentorship and evaluates job performance
for the Office of Sustainability staff.
- Oversees planning and directions of events which include
managing the budget, volunteer recruitments, and communication
efforts.
- Establishes goals for the office and provides accountability
for those goals.
- Researches, drafts, and communicates new policies to the campus
community.
- Collaborates with departments to integrate sustainability
content into curriculum and academic programs as well as
sustainable practices into operations.
- Promotes the University of Mississippi's sustainability efforts
within and outside the campus community.
- Oversees the annual Green Week program and programs such as UM
Composting, Green Grove, and Ole Miss Recycling, in conjunction
with responsible operational units.
- Facilitates institutional committees regarding aspects of
sustainability on campus, in conjunction with other University
staff, such as the UM Energy Committee and the Active
Transportation Committee.
- Serves as a liaison with the City of Oxford Committee on
Sustainability, outside vendors, local organizations and
groups.
- Performs routine administrative tasks and similar or related
duties, as assigned or required.Essential FunctionsThese essential
functions include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Manages daily operations of the Office of Sustainability.
- Provides supervision and guidance to staff.
- Directs programs and events to raise awareness of
sustainability.
- Directs the integration of sustainability throughout
campus.Education: Bachelor's DegreeExperience: Three (3) Years
Experience including supervisory experiencePreferred
QualificationsEducation: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited
four-year college or university. Experience: AND Three (3) years of
experience related to the above described duties.EEO StatementThe
University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any
employment practice, education program, or education activity to
all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable
laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does
not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for
employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship,
national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic
information.Minimum Physical RequirementsPhysical Requirements:
These physical requirements are not exhaustive, and additional
job-related physical requirements may be added to these by
individual agencies on an as needed basis.Corrective devices may be
used to meet physical requirements.Physical Exertion: The incumbent
may be required to lift up to approximately 10 pounds.Vision:
Requirements of this job include close vision. Speaking/Hearing:
Ability to give and receive information through speaking and
listening.Motor Coordination: While performing the duties of this
job, the incumbent is frequently required to talk and hear; and use
hands to finger, handle, or feel. The incumbent is periodically
required to sit. The incumbent is occasionally required to stand;
walk; and reach with hands and arms.Interview Requirements: Any
candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department
of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any
reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the
interview.The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a
safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for
applicants being considered for employment. Background
investigations include a criminal history record check, and when
appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history
check.
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