University of California Berkeley
Director of Sustainability (5698U), Facilities Services - 73186
University of California Berkeley, Berkeley, California, United States, 94709
Director of Sustainability (5698U), Facilities Services - 73186
About Berkeley
At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging makes it a special place for students, faculty and staff.
The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world's leading institutions of higher education, distinguished by its combination of internationally recognized academic and research excellence; the transformative opportunity it provides to a large and diverse student body; its public mission and commitment to equity and social justice; and its roots in the California experience, animated by such values as innovation, questioning the status quo, and respect for the environment and nature.
We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community.
Departmental Overview
Facilities Services works to continuously improve the campus in partnership with all members of the University community to ensure that classrooms, laboratories, and offices support teaching, learning and research.
As a key strategist, this role works closely with the Associate Vice Chancellor to develop and implement both long- and short-term plans for UC Berkeley's sustainability efforts, driving initiatives with campus-wide impact. The position requires advanced professional knowledge to resolve complex environmental challenges while navigating a highly visible, politically sensitive, and legally complex landscape.
Responsibilities include managing professional staff, vendors, and consultants involved in various administrative and project functions. The role leverages a deep understanding of UC protocols and sustainability expertise to research, develop, and implement sustainability efforts across the campus. As a recognized expert, the individual provides guidance to campus leadership, staff, faculty, and students, as well as UC locations and community partners, on topics such as climate action, sustainable physical planning, green buildings, renewable energy, water and energy efficiency, sustainable procurement, and waste reduction.
Application Review Date
The First Review Date for this job is:
October 7, 2024
Responsibilities
Recommends, develops, and implements programs, policies, guidelines, best practices, financial incentives, and support services for sustainability projects and initiatives.
Uses up-to-date knowledge of laws, regulations, mandates, and initiatives to advise on industry and regulatory trends impacting the university's sustainability initiatives.
Works with faculty, students, and administrative partners to educate, foster a culture of, and operationalize sustainability on campus.
Pursues opportunities for grants, partnerships, philanthropy, and other resources to support sustainability efforts.
Works closely with campus partners including Facilities, EH&S, and Capital Strategies to develop and implement projects and programs that deliver sustainability initiatives.
Oversees student interns working on sustainability initiatives in cooperation with academic units.
Develops and creates effective communication to share sustainability goals, initiatives, and strategies.
Oversees the content of websites and social media in support of sustainability communication.
Coordinates outreach and education programs related to UC Berkeley's sustainability efforts.
Gathers, analyzes, and monitors campus data on energy consumption and sustainability metrics.
Provides a framework for policy and administrative change, developing strategies for change management to remove barriers to goal achievement.
Acts as technical lead for campus sustainability measures and best practices.
Provides strategic oversight for the development of the annual budget, determining expense priorities, and recommending and implementing changes to methods, unit planning, staffing, programs, and other financial activities.
Required Qualifications
Minimum of 5 years of experience implementing sustainability programs, or programs in a related field.
Advanced knowledge of Campus processes, protocols and procedures.
Advanced skills in short- and long-range planning, program and project management, facilitation and collaboration.
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, including public speaking.
Expert understanding of sustainability theories and ability to apply these theories in practical applications.
Education/Training: Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a university or non-profit setting is preferred.
Advanced degree preferred.
Salary & Benefits
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.
The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $121,100.00 - $177,500.00. This is an exempt, monthly-paid position and is eligible for full UC benefits.
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About Berkeley
At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging makes it a special place for students, faculty and staff.
The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world's leading institutions of higher education, distinguished by its combination of internationally recognized academic and research excellence; the transformative opportunity it provides to a large and diverse student body; its public mission and commitment to equity and social justice; and its roots in the California experience, animated by such values as innovation, questioning the status quo, and respect for the environment and nature.
We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community.
Departmental Overview
Facilities Services works to continuously improve the campus in partnership with all members of the University community to ensure that classrooms, laboratories, and offices support teaching, learning and research.
As a key strategist, this role works closely with the Associate Vice Chancellor to develop and implement both long- and short-term plans for UC Berkeley's sustainability efforts, driving initiatives with campus-wide impact. The position requires advanced professional knowledge to resolve complex environmental challenges while navigating a highly visible, politically sensitive, and legally complex landscape.
Responsibilities include managing professional staff, vendors, and consultants involved in various administrative and project functions. The role leverages a deep understanding of UC protocols and sustainability expertise to research, develop, and implement sustainability efforts across the campus. As a recognized expert, the individual provides guidance to campus leadership, staff, faculty, and students, as well as UC locations and community partners, on topics such as climate action, sustainable physical planning, green buildings, renewable energy, water and energy efficiency, sustainable procurement, and waste reduction.
Application Review Date
The First Review Date for this job is:
October 7, 2024
Responsibilities
Recommends, develops, and implements programs, policies, guidelines, best practices, financial incentives, and support services for sustainability projects and initiatives.
Uses up-to-date knowledge of laws, regulations, mandates, and initiatives to advise on industry and regulatory trends impacting the university's sustainability initiatives.
Works with faculty, students, and administrative partners to educate, foster a culture of, and operationalize sustainability on campus.
Pursues opportunities for grants, partnerships, philanthropy, and other resources to support sustainability efforts.
Works closely with campus partners including Facilities, EH&S, and Capital Strategies to develop and implement projects and programs that deliver sustainability initiatives.
Oversees student interns working on sustainability initiatives in cooperation with academic units.
Develops and creates effective communication to share sustainability goals, initiatives, and strategies.
Oversees the content of websites and social media in support of sustainability communication.
Coordinates outreach and education programs related to UC Berkeley's sustainability efforts.
Gathers, analyzes, and monitors campus data on energy consumption and sustainability metrics.
Provides a framework for policy and administrative change, developing strategies for change management to remove barriers to goal achievement.
Acts as technical lead for campus sustainability measures and best practices.
Provides strategic oversight for the development of the annual budget, determining expense priorities, and recommending and implementing changes to methods, unit planning, staffing, programs, and other financial activities.
Required Qualifications
Minimum of 5 years of experience implementing sustainability programs, or programs in a related field.
Advanced knowledge of Campus processes, protocols and procedures.
Advanced skills in short- and long-range planning, program and project management, facilitation and collaboration.
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, including public speaking.
Expert understanding of sustainability theories and ability to apply these theories in practical applications.
Education/Training: Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a university or non-profit setting is preferred.
Advanced degree preferred.
Salary & Benefits
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.
The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $121,100.00 - $177,500.00. This is an exempt, monthly-paid position and is eligible for full UC benefits.
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