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Posted Job Title
Sustainability Program Manager
Job Profile Title
Manager D
Job Description Summary
The Division of Facilities and Real Estate Services (FRES) provides the expertise, business process, policies and standards required to plan, design, construct, operate, maintain and renew the physical assets of the University, excluding the health system. In addition, the Division, comprised of approximately five Departments, is responsible for the strategic planning, management and operation of non-academic University property, and collaborating with the neighborhood to create a safe, diverse and economically vibrant destination. With close to 12M square feet of space, FRES maintains 186 buildings on a campus of 276 acres, completes over 60,000 maintenance requests per year, and starts approximately 250 projects a year. FRES is comprised of the following Departments: Administration, Office of the University Architect, Design and Construction, Real Estate, Operations and Maintenance.
The University of Pennsylvania is implementing a campus transformation entitled Penn Connects ( http://www.pennconnects.upenn.edu ). This comprehensive, award winning effort is expanding the campus over the next 20 years, including the construction of new academic research and recreational facilities. In addition, the University has secured $300M in Century Bond funding and continues to upgrade existing facilities over the coming years. https://www.facilities.upenn.edu/
Job Description
Job Description
Sustainability Program Manager
The Sustainability Program Manager is responsible for the implementation and tracking of the University's Climate and Sustainability Action Plan (CSAP) with school-wide partners, Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee co-chairs as well as provides strategic guidance on operational planning and engagement initiatives. The position also manages student internship programs such as the Eco Reps Program, summer and academic year internships, and leads and manages university- wide sustainability events such as Earth Week. The Sustainability Program Manager reports to the Sustainability Director and helps support other strategic initiatives as needed.
Responsibilities/Duties:
Implementation of Climate and Sustainability Action Plan (CSAP) activities: Work with Facilities and Real Estate Services (FRES) staff, School & Centers stakeholders, and ESAC subcommittees and working groups to implement and track all projects in support of the Climate and Sustainability Action Plan across a broad spectrum of sustainability topics such as decarbonization strategies, GHG reporting, stormwater, procurement, waste etc. Support the Sustainability Director in CSAP strategic planning and communication to relevant stakeholders.
Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee (ESAC): Work with the Sustainability Director in overseeing the Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee. Facilitate and manage all ESAC subcommittees and working groups in partnership with subcommittee co-chairs to ensure all goals within CSAP are tracked and implemented. Support co-chairs with meeting planning, facilitation, and implementation for all subcommittees and working groups.
Intern Management: Refine and implement Student Eco Reps Program annually. Handle all hiring and management of 15 - 20 student Eco Rep interns, identify campus project partners, and host mid-year and year-end presentations. Manage summer and academic year interns. Handle all hiring and budget needs for Eco Reps and other interns as needed.
Outreach Events: Manage and implement major events and event series such as Earth Week and Move in Green. Assist in other major events as needed such as Creating Canopy, MLK Environmental Justice events and Climate Week events.
Student Outreach : Manage student outreach programs that supports CSAP. Work with key student groups, Residential Services and other student-facing offices to develop sustainability outreach programs. Co-lead Student Advisory Group for the Environment to ensure student engagement in CSAP.
School & Center Sustainability Coordinators : Manage the Sustainability Coordinators group, comprised of senior representatives across Penn's schools and centers on institutional sustainability progress, provide input on monthly agendas, facilitate meetings, and strategic university-wide partnerships and initiatives.
Miscellaneous : Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in sustainability, environmental studies, planning, engineering, design, or humanities and 3 to 5 years of experience managing sustainability programs or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Master's degree preferred. Also Required:
Excellent interpersonal skills, and written and verbal communication skills
Experience managing, implementing and tracking sustainability programs and projects
Ability to work collaboratively on sustainability projects
Experience managing interns
Knowledge of sustainability issues and best practices, including:
Energy & Carbon reduction strategies
Waste minimization
Sustainable transportation
Design and planning strategies
Outreach strategies
Commitment to institutional and societal sustainability
Ability to work both as a team leader and member, and complete projects with minimal supervision
Commitment to diversity, equity & inclusion; ability to work effectively with all constituencies in a diverse institution
Basic financial skills to track transactions and budget expenditure
Proficient in Excel Preferred:
Experience in strategic planning, project management, team management, partnership building, and marketing
Higher education experience
***For consideration, interested candidates should submit a resume and a cover letter expressing your interest in this position, is preferred.***
Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Department / School
Facilities and Real Estate Services
Pay Range
$61,046.00 - $95,972.00
Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.
Affirmative Action Statement
Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.
Special Requirements
Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
University Benefits
Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts : Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
Tuition : Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family-whatever your personal needs may be.
Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you're newly hired, you won't have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
Wellness and Work-life Resources : Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That's why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University's libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There's always something going on at Penn, whether it's a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you're right in the middle of the excitement-and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.
Discounts and Special Services : From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.
Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.
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