Sustainability Program Manager, Operations

The University of Notre Dame (ND.jobs) is accepting applications for a Sustainability Program Manager, Operations.

Applications will be accepted until 11/3/2022.

It is an exciting time to join Notre Dame's Office of Sustainability Team! Sustainability is a prioritized area within Notre Dame's current strategic planning process and the University recently hired a new senior director, which has elevated the presence of sustainability within the university. We are seeking a team member who will support the University's mission to care for our common home.
The Sustainability Program Manager, Operations is responsible for managing partnerships and overseeing several responsibility areas within the Office of Sustainability. The main focus of the operational role will be end-to-end materials management, in addition to other priorities identified by the senior director and University leadership. Materials management will include procurement and waste reduction partnerships. Additional areas of work include those at the intersection of resiliency and campus operations. The individual in this role will partner with key stakeholders at different levels of leadership and influence across campus, facilitate operations-based working groups, and mentor and supervise student interns.
The Program Manager, alongside operational partners, will develop and lead projects to drive progress towards University sustainability targets/goals. To do this, the individual will need to build strong collaborative relationships with campus units, work with external vendors, benchmark other University operational solutions, build business cases and proposals, and deliver presentations.
This individual will work closely with partners from Athletics, Building Services, Campus Dining, and Procurement Services, among other operational units, identifying mutually beneficial objectives toward waste reduction, greenhouse gas emissions mitigation, and adaptation toward resiliency.
Working with the Office of Sustainability team, the Program Manager will mentor and directly supervise student interns; setting clear expectations, guiding project research, analysis, development and execution, and leveraging University resources to guide students as they build their skill sets while supporting office and university priorities.
Due to the changing nature of sustainability work, the person in this role will be expected to stay up to date with solutions within industry and higher education sustainability, being responsive to emerging areas of work. Successful candidates will highlight how their previous experiences allow them to thoughtfully adapt programming, strategy, and resources to changing needs and opportunities. Strong candidates will embrace sustainability and proactively advance their own development of sustainability. We are looking for candidates who have experience in one or more of the following areas, and can leverage those pre-existing skills to support and grow within the Office of Sustainability.
Successful candidates will be driven to work collaboratively, to excel, and will have an ability to adapt to changing priorities. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned by the senior director.
After onboarding into the role is complete, this position offers the opportunity for hybrid work from home 2 days/week in alignment with University policy.
To apply, submit your resume, cover letter, and a 1-page overview exemplifying your abilities within two or more of the 5 skill areas listed above.

Minimum Qualifications:

• B.A./B.S. degree in Sustainability, Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Studies, Business/Project Management or a related field
• At least 2 years of working experience in a professional environment
• Willingness and desire to expand their skill sets and advance their own sustainability expertise
• Ability to interact, facilitate, and coordinate alongside those with different skill sets on campus, including students
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement multi-year operational plans
• A dedicated ability to offer positive and friendly customer service consistently to campus constituents and visitors
• Strong attention to detail, ability to take initiative and ability to research and solve problems
• Self motivated, with an ability to prioritize multiple demands
• Ability to gather, organize, and present information in a clear, concise and accurate manner
• Excellent research, writing and communication skills
• Ability to work individually and within a team environment
• Flexibility for non-traditional hours (for example, football gameday recycling related tasks)
• Willingness to be "hands-on" in developing sustainable processes alongside campus partners
• Understanding of basic workplace safety principles
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suites, Google products, or similar programs

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two or more years of experience working for a sustainability-focused organization or a relevant field (sustainability, environmental science, communications, project/program management, data-based decision making); internships are appropriate
  • Experience in operational or applied sustainability, such as zero-waste event coordination, sustainable facilities management, hospitality and sustainability, or other disciplines.
  
  
  
  
• Familiarity with circular economy principles and Midwestern recycling / organic materials management is especially welcome.
• Proven administrative, planning, organizational, and project management skills
• Demonstrated ability to organize and manage complex projects efficiently, collaboratively, and with attention to detail

ABOUT NOTRE DAME:
The University of Notre Dame, founded in 1842 by Rev. Edward F. Sorin, C.S.C., of the Congregation of Holy Cross, is an independent, national Catholic university located in Notre Dame, Ind. For the fifth consecutive year, the University of Notre Dame has received Honor Roll distinctions as one of the top 10 higher education workplaces in the country in the Chronicle of Higher Education's annual "Great Colleges to Work For" survey...and we are proud of it!

This appointment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Applicants will be asked to identify all felony convictions and/or pending felony charges. Felony convictions do not automatically bar an individual from employment. Each case will be examined separately to determine the appropriateness of employment in the particular position. Failure to be forthcoming or dishonesty with respect to felony disclosures can result in the disqualification of a candidate. The full procedure can be viewed at https://facultyhandbook.nd.edu/?id=link-73597.

Equal Opportunity Employment StatementThe University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace. We strongly encourage applications from female and minority candidates and those candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors to employ and advance veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a).

APPLICATION PROCESS:
Please apply online at http://ND.jobs to Job # S23370. For additional information about working at the University of Notre Dame and various benefits available to employees, please visit http://hr.nd.edu/why-nd. The University of Notre Dame supports the needs of dual career couples and has a Dual Career Assistance Program in place to assist relocating spouses and significant others with their job search.
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