What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sustainability Lead position at Associated Students?
GENERAL STATEMENT
Provides general support for the various sustainability initiatives in the University Student Union. Performs a variety of tasks to plan and execute projects that Sustain U committee suggests. Serves as student lead to Level 1 Sustainability Assistants.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Work closely with ASI and Sustain U committee to identify, coordinate and support existing programs and identify new sustainability initiatives for the University Student Union. Leads Level 1 Sustainability Assistants in accomplishing these objectives.
- Identify, propose, implement and maintain projects while effectively communicating with students, faculty and staff to keep them knowledgeable about campus sustainability actions.
- Promote a culture of sustainable living among students, faculty and staff; identify and prioritize areas for campus sustainability efforts; planning and development of short and long-term plans while engaging other campus leaders to promote sustainability across campus.
- Work with Sustain U to establish goals and methods for monitoring ASI’s in-practice sustainability performance. Monitor and evaluate program success and recommend and implement modifications to improve program effectiveness.
- Update Sustain U website to highlight campus sustainability initiatives. Develop content and coordinate contributions from outside groups. Ensure that content is accurate and up to date and meets benchmarks.
- Represent ASI’s sustainability goals to the public; attend professional meetings as appropriate (e.g. Sustain U meetings, Zero Waste Working Group, Sustainability Task Force, etc.); collaborate with external organizations to ensure cooperative efforts are enhanced and available resources are utilized.
- Coordinate and design promotional activities to include in newsletters, press releases, promotional materials, and create presentations if needed. Serve as a resource for the campus community on sustainability related issues.
- Serve as Student Chair of the Sustain U committee including setting and facilitating Sustain U meetings.
- Assist in implementation of approved green office and energy saving programs in all ASI offices. Conduct office evaluations, assess results and work with area supervisors on applying strategies to improve office sustainability practices.
- Create and present to Special Projects Initiatives & Sustainability Manager and/or Director, Facility Operations and Sustainability summary write-ups and presentations for all meetings, project updates, and convention attendances.
- Serve as primary contact between Special Projects & Sustainability Manager Director Facility Operations & Sustainability, USU and Level 1 Sustainability Assistants keep all informed of department updates.
- Develop Sustainability Assistant Schedules ensuring maximal coverage of office and events.
- Maintain accurate inventory of Sustain U equipment and promotional items.
- Participate on hiring committee for incoming Sustainability Assistants.
- Update and maintain the Sustain U Manual.
- Create and maintain a “Trash Talker” schedule.
- Maintain USU bin map, alerting coordinator to any alterations and fixing accordingly.
- Assist in the oversight of the ASI Grow Beach Garden, maintaining an accurate accounting volunteers and garden plots.
- Perform other job-related functions as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and/or Experience
Minimum of one semester employment as a Level 1 Sustainability Assistant or equivalent experience. CSULB students enrolled in 6 or more units and maintained a cumulative GPA of 2.0. Must have an understanding and passion for sustainability and be knowledgeable of environmental issues.
Knowledge and Abilities
Must have working knowledge in outreach and/or involvement in environment related organizations. General knowledge in sustainability practices and must have the motivation to make a difference on campus. Ability to prepare work independently; must possess good verbal and written skills and good organizational skills; ability to follow verbal and written instructions; ability to communicate and analyze situations in the most appropriate manner. General knowledge and understanding of the organizational structure of a university and some working knowledge of university policies and procedures preferred.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
None.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
None.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear in the course of conversing managers and co-workers. The employee is frequently required to sit for extended periods. The employee is occasionally required to stand for extended periods and walk to locations throughout campus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
