Sustainability Manager jobs in Wheaton, IL

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Manager, Grounds/Sustainability
  • Prairie State College
  • Chicago, IL FULL_TIME

  • Posting Details

    Posting Details

    Posting Number
    S0366P

    Classification
    Manager

    DBM Rating
    C44

    Position Number
    044

    Position Title
    Manager, Grounds/Sustainability

    Position Type
    Managerial

    Status of Position
    Staff - Full Time

    Union
    Non-Union

    FLSA
    Exempt

    Position Summary
    The Grounds/Sustainability Manager will guide College leadership in developing a campus-wide program of grounds beautification and environmental stewardship and education.This position coordinates the implementation of initiatives focusing on energy conservation and alternative energy technologies, recycling, environmental safety and supervise the grounds personnel. This position guides the integration of sustainability into projects that improve operational efficiency, curricular innovation and promote use of the college as a living laboratory. The incumbent assists college leadership and faculty in curricular and extracurricular initiatives that improve sustainability literacy, promote the sustainability strategy and prepare students for careers in sustainability-conscious organizations and endeavors.

    Reporting and Supervisory Relationships
    1. Direct reporting relationship to the Executive Director of Facilities and Operations.
    2. Direct supervisory relationship with unit support staff and seasonal/student employees
    3. Close working relationship with Vice Presidents of Finance and Administration, Academic Affairs, and Student Affairs.


    Essential Responsibilities
    1. Guide college leadership in developing a practical plan and goals to promote grounds and sustainability efforts across the College.
    2. Plans, directs, manages and leads the College’s grounds operations.
    3. Provides project management for all outside construction projects related to grounds and sustainability.
    4. Expand programs and initiatives that support goals outlined in the College’s Sustainability Strategy, including sustainability related education and social responsibility, while ensuring compliance with applicable codes and regulations.
    5. Guide the Sustainability Committee to review and update the College’s Sustainability Strategy, using input from key PSC stakeholder groups (students, staff, faculty, and administration).
    6. Coordinate the development and implementation of policies, procedures, practices and performance measurement that promote grounds and sustainability goals and plans and measure progress and effectiveness.
    7. In cooperation with Student Affairs, guide the College’s student sustainability club engaging and guiding students in sustainability initiatives.
    8. In cooperation with academic affairs, continuing education and corporate training leaders, assist with research and development of sustainability-related enhancements to credit and non-credit curriculum.
    9. In cooperation with the Grants Office, coordinate grant research and applications to bring external funding to promote sustainability initiatives.
    10. Serve as the liaison to various government agencies and external sustainability organizations including the Illinois Green Economy Network.
    11. Coordinate with campus departments to identify, initiate, support, and institutionalize resource conservation policies focused on waste reduction, environmental purchasing, and landscaping, etc.
    12. Prepares plans for trash removal and landscape projects for all Prairie State College sites.
    13. Develop and present in-service programs to inform employees on sustainability topics.
    14. In cooperation with Student Affairs staff, lead the sustainability organization to engage and support students in learning about sustainability topics and careers.
    15. Manage on-going sustainability initiatives/projects (community garden, electric vehicle charging, infrastructure native plantings, renewable energy installations, etc.) which may include managing volunteers, hiring workers and/or directing student groups/classes.
    16. Recommend opportunities to link sustainability initiatives and projects to curriculum (campus Nature Preserve, renewable installations, etc.).
    17. Perform other duties or responsibilities as required or assigned.


    Other Duties and Responsibilities

    Working Conditions/Physical Requirements
    Employee is subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions. Employee may be involved in light work which may require lifting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and must be able to operate equipment involving arm and leg controls.

    Minimum Qualifications
    1. Bachelor’s degree in the environmental engineering, environmental science, sustainability studies, ecology, engineering, natural sciences or related field.
    2. Strong interest and commitment to advancing grounds and sustainability education and practices.
    3. Entrepreneurial and motivational style.
    4. Strong human relations skills and a demonstrated ability to deal effectively with a broad variety of people.
    5. Strong oral and written communication skills.
    6. Strong organizational and project management skills and an ability to balance a number of functions and duties simultaneously.
    7. Must possess a valid driver’s license.

    Preferred Qualifications
    1. Master’s degree in environmental engineering, environmental science, sustainability studies, natural sciences, engineering, ecology, public policy or related field.
    2. Familiarity with the operations of higher education institutions.
    3. Three to five years work experience in environmental or related fields.
    4. Grant writing experience.

    Anticipated Work Hours and Days
    Mon.-Fri. 7:00am-3:30pm . Flexible schedule required for weather conditions. Some weekends.

    Salary
    minimum starting salary $ 60,492. Commensurate with experience

    Posting Date
    04/01/2024

    Closing Date

    Open Until Filled
    Yes

    Special Instructions to Applicants
    Please apply online. For full consideration please apply by April 12, 2024.

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Packaging Sustainability Manager
  • Lactalis Heritage Dairy Inc
  • Chicago, IL FULL_TIME
  • DescriptionJob Title: Packaging Sustainability ManagerReporting To: Senior Director of Packaging, North America Location: Chicago, ILLactalis Heritage Dairy is currently seeking candidates to join our...
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Expression of Interest: Sustainability Manager
  • Fingerprint For Success
  • Chicago, IL FULL_TIME
  • We are inviting professionals in high-growth industries who are thinking about their next move or looking for a new opportunity to join our expanding talent pool. The F4S Talent Pool is a pilot projec...
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Sustainability Strategy Manager
  • JLL
  • Chicago, IL FULL_TIME
  • LaSalle Investment Management is seeking a full-time Sustainability Strategy Manager to join its Global Sustainability group. This role will be focused on implementing strategic initiatives business w...
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Waste & Sustainability Manager
  • JLL
  • Chicago, IL FULL_TIME
  • About the JobAt JLL, we are driving sustainability through everything that we do, across all service lines and job positions. Specifically, we are growing our Sustainability practice to drive end-to-e...
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General Manager
  • General Manager- Vela
  • Chicago, IL FULL_TIME
  • Vela is coming soon to River North. Vela is a regional Mexican concept inspired by the melting pot that is Mexico City – where traditional meets modern, reflecting the country's bounty of natural ingr...
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Expression of Interest: Sustainability Manager
  • Marlee (Fingerprint For Success)
  • Chicago, IL
  • We are inviting professionals in high-growth industries who are thinking about their next move or looking for a new oppo...
  • 4/27/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Sustainability Manager
  • Equity Lifestyle Properties Inc.
  • Chicago, IL
  • With a culture of recognition and reputation for excellence, ELS is the ideal organization in which to develop a long an...
  • 4/27/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Bartender
  • Red Lobster
  • Bolingbrook, IL
  • Job Overview Would you like to craft enticing drinks inspired by the sea? As a Bartender at Red Lobster, you will help o...
  • 4/27/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Expression of Interest: Sustainability Manager
  • Fingerprint For Success
  • Chicago, IL
  • We are inviting professionals in high-growth industries who are thinking about their next move or looking for a new oppo...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Sustainability Manager
  • Equity LifeStyle Properties, Inc.
  • Chicago, IL
  • With a culture of recognition and reputation for excellence, ELS is the ideal organization in which to develop a long an...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Expression of Interest: Sustainability Manager
  • Fingerprint For Success (f4s)
  • Chicago, IL
  • We are inviting professionals in high-growth industries who are thinking about their next move or looking for a new oppo...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Sustainability Coord
  • Rush Hospital
  • Chicago, IL
  • Location: Chicago, IL Hospital: RUSH University Medical Center Department: Med Ctr Engin-Management Work Type: Full Time...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Project Executive - Healthcare Construction
  • Path Construction
  • Chicago, IL
  • Path Construction is seeking an individual in the Chicago, IL area ready to elevate into a higher, dynamic leadership ro...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Wheaton, Illinois

Wheaton is a suburban city in Milton and Winfield Townships and is the county seat of DuPage County, Illinois. It is located approximately 30 miles (48 km) west of Chicago. As of the 2010 census, the city had a total population of 52,894, which was estimated to have increased to 53,469 by July 2012. Wheaton is located at 41°51′22″N 88°06′30″W / 41.85611°N 88.10833°W / 41.85611; -88.10833 (41.8560218, −88.1083010). According to the 2010 census, Wheaton has a total area of 11.436 square miles (29.62 km2), of which 11.25 square miles (29.14 km2) (or 98.37%) is land and 0.186 square miles (0.4...
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Income Estimation for Sustainability Manager jobs
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