SUSTAINABILITY PROGRAM COORDINATOR

Description

SUSTAINABILITY PROGRAM COORDINATOR - FACILITIES

The primary accountabilities below are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties.

Department Summary

To advance and coordinate sustainability initiatives within the organization. To manage and implement

various programs outlined in the Sustainability Strategic Plan, with an emphasis on managing the day-to day operations of the UAB Green Labs program.

ESSENTIAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Manages the operational details for collecting and transporting specialty recycling, lab recycling, and other waste streams on campus.

• Determines schedules for collecting specialty recyclables and manage schedules for personnel and fleet vehicles.

• Oversees the activities and schedules of Sustainability and Lab Recycling interns, assigning them

to tasks based on operational requirements.

• Serves as a liaison between UAB and internal and external audiences, interpreting and sharing the University's sustainability goals and initiatives.

• Assists with the management of the UAB Solar House and Sustainable Community.

• Provides support for grant applications and management as needed.

• Leads lab groups through presentations to help attain green lab certification.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

STARTING ANNUAL RATE OF PAY: $43,890.00 - $46,000.00 (Commensurate with experience & qualifications.)

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Sciences, Sustainability, Business, Economics, Liberal Arts, Public Health, Engineering or a related field and two (2) years of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement. Experience in environmental, economic, social sustainability initiatives and research labs preferred.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS/REGISTRATIONS:

Driving record should meet University underwriting guidelines to drive vehicle in performance of University business. Current underwriting guidelines include possession a valid driver’s license, issued in the United States; at least 21 years of age; at least three years of driving experience; maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of determining the energy consumption of equipment

• Skills in developing and implementing long-term sustainability plans that align with the University's mission and goals.

• Strong organizational, communications (written and verbal), and interpersonal skills required.

PERSONAL: Must be able to possess the necessary physical requirements, with or without the aid of mechanical devices, to safely perform tasks requiring sitting and staring at a computer screen for extended periods of time, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, kneeling, and extensive walking significant distances between and within buildings on campus.

For full consideration, please be certain application and resume showcase all related experience as it relates to the job announcement, and please list all certifications and/or licenses, if applicable. Work experience should showcase successful progression in responsibilities and demonstrated leadership skills. Incomplete job profiles will not be processed.

For more information about UAB Facilities, please visit: http://www.uab.edu/facilities/.

Primary Location: University

Job Category: Professional & Managerial

Organization: 112307000 UAB Sustainability

Employee Status: Regular

Shift: Day/1st Shift

Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager): Onsite

Equal Opportunity Statement: UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, religion, and veteran’s status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB’s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.