Weber State University
Sustainability Engagement Coordinator
Weber State University, Ogden, Utah, United States, 84403
Position Details
WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity
Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).
Position Information
Position TitleSustainability Engagement Coordinator
Requisition NumberS01937P
Position CategoryStaff
Campus LocationWeber State University - Ogden, UT
Hours per week40
Months per year12
Alternate work schedule
Pay GradeE31
Salary
FLSAExempt
Job Summary/Basic Function
This position will serve under the direction of the Weber State University's Sustainability Programs & Engagement Manager and will be responsible for coordination of the
Intermountain Sustainability Summit , and the implementation of portions of the Campus Awareness & Engagement, and Community Awareness & Engagement sections of WSU's
Sustainability Plan . This will include coordination of events, and assistance with
community-facing programs . The position will also assist with reaching two of WSU's sustainability goals including maintaining the Sustainability Tracking Assessment & Rating System (STARS) Gold certification, and helping the region strive for carbon neutrality by 2050.
Primary Duties
Serve as the primary organizer and coordinator of the Intermountain Sustainability Summit, an event serving regional sustainability professionals and emerging leaders. Duties include co-development of the program, hosting partner coordination meetings, identifying, attracting and coordinating speakers, collaboratively promoting the event region wide, coordinating an internship fair, recruiting and assisting Eco Expo hall exhibitors, managing volunteers, and all logistics (rooms, food, A/V, etc.), as well as managing event registration, and attracting and maintaining ISS sponsors.Assist with management and implementation of community programs, working in collaboration with the SPARC Home for Sustainable Living staff, community partners, local governments, and campus contacts to develop and promote, as well as oversee student and staff volunteers to host related events.Manage the implementation of assigned portions of the Campus and Community Awareness & Engagement sections of the WSU's Sustainability Plan.Manage WSU's STARS Community Engagement data collection and reporting.Assist to develop WSU's ongoing sustainability strategies, and implement applicable strategies to help the university maintain and reach its sustainability related goals.Assist to develop Campus and Community Awareness & Engagement strategic plans and ensure goals are met.Develop and host a WSU sustainability podcast.Coordinate with SPARC director, manager, and ESO office, and student staff to help develop and maintain sustainability-related education/outreach materials including websites, brochures, newsletters, social media, campus signs, etc., and disseminate information about WSU's sustainability workManage one to two student interns/workers, and/or an AmeriCorps member, as well as limited-time volunteers.Assist with the coordination of the annual Sustainability Awards event with the Energy and Sustainability Office (ESO) Office.Provide occasional sustainability-related classroom presentations for staff, faculty, students and/or community members.Required Qualifications
Required:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in fields such as Sustainability, Environmental or Social Science/Studies, Geography, Political Science, Public Policy, Communications, Environmental Education, Public Administration, or closely related fieldA valid driver's licensePreferred Qualifications
Preferred:
A creative and collaborative problem solverOne or more years conference/event planning experienceOne or more years of experience implementing sustainability education/outreach programsOne year of experience managing volunteers or staffProject management experienceUpdating/creating websites, and/or newsletters experienceExcellent interpersonal and communication skills, including but not limited to technical writing, collaboration building, public speaking, and oral presentationsStrong organizational and detail oriented skillsA successful candidate will be willing to
Background Check?Yes
Benefits Summary
WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date11/21/2024
Review Date12/05/2024
Job Close Date
Open Until FilledYes
Notes to Applicant
If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you. The annual salary for this position starts at $44,000 and may go up from there depending on candidate qualifications. The position comes with a generous
benefits package .
To apply, please complete the online application and attach a cover letter, current resume, writing sample, and the names and contact information for three professional references.
For qualification determination, your application and/or resume must address the required and preferred qualifications and must contain average number of hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be considered incomplete.
Screening of applications will begin December 5, 2024. Position will remain open until filled.
Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.
Quick Link for Direct Access to Postinghttps://jobs.weber.edu/postings/24274
ADA Essential Job Function
ADA Essential Job Function
Physical Activity of this positionExpressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance., Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. - Keyboard use
Physical Requirements of this positionLight work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work.
Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision.Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading., Required to have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment.
The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position.None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).* How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
jobs.weber.eduKSLChronicle of Higher EducationHigher Ed JobsAgency ReferralPersonal ReferralInternal Job PostingAdvertisement/PublicationOther web advertisementOther
* Do you have or have you ever been issued a W# By Weber State University? Yes or No.If yes, please enter your W#(W followed by eight numbers).(Open Ended Question)
Documents Needed to ApplyRequired Documents
ResumeCover LetterOther Document 1List of References with Contact InfoOptional Documents
WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity
Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).
Position Information
Position TitleSustainability Engagement Coordinator
Requisition NumberS01937P
Position CategoryStaff
Campus LocationWeber State University - Ogden, UT
Hours per week40
Months per year12
Alternate work schedule
Pay GradeE31
Salary
FLSAExempt
Job Summary/Basic Function
This position will serve under the direction of the Weber State University's Sustainability Programs & Engagement Manager and will be responsible for coordination of the
Intermountain Sustainability Summit , and the implementation of portions of the Campus Awareness & Engagement, and Community Awareness & Engagement sections of WSU's
Sustainability Plan . This will include coordination of events, and assistance with
community-facing programs . The position will also assist with reaching two of WSU's sustainability goals including maintaining the Sustainability Tracking Assessment & Rating System (STARS) Gold certification, and helping the region strive for carbon neutrality by 2050.
Primary Duties
Serve as the primary organizer and coordinator of the Intermountain Sustainability Summit, an event serving regional sustainability professionals and emerging leaders. Duties include co-development of the program, hosting partner coordination meetings, identifying, attracting and coordinating speakers, collaboratively promoting the event region wide, coordinating an internship fair, recruiting and assisting Eco Expo hall exhibitors, managing volunteers, and all logistics (rooms, food, A/V, etc.), as well as managing event registration, and attracting and maintaining ISS sponsors.Assist with management and implementation of community programs, working in collaboration with the SPARC Home for Sustainable Living staff, community partners, local governments, and campus contacts to develop and promote, as well as oversee student and staff volunteers to host related events.Manage the implementation of assigned portions of the Campus and Community Awareness & Engagement sections of the WSU's Sustainability Plan.Manage WSU's STARS Community Engagement data collection and reporting.Assist to develop WSU's ongoing sustainability strategies, and implement applicable strategies to help the university maintain and reach its sustainability related goals.Assist to develop Campus and Community Awareness & Engagement strategic plans and ensure goals are met.Develop and host a WSU sustainability podcast.Coordinate with SPARC director, manager, and ESO office, and student staff to help develop and maintain sustainability-related education/outreach materials including websites, brochures, newsletters, social media, campus signs, etc., and disseminate information about WSU's sustainability workManage one to two student interns/workers, and/or an AmeriCorps member, as well as limited-time volunteers.Assist with the coordination of the annual Sustainability Awards event with the Energy and Sustainability Office (ESO) Office.Provide occasional sustainability-related classroom presentations for staff, faculty, students and/or community members.Required Qualifications
Required:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in fields such as Sustainability, Environmental or Social Science/Studies, Geography, Political Science, Public Policy, Communications, Environmental Education, Public Administration, or closely related fieldA valid driver's licensePreferred Qualifications
Preferred:
A creative and collaborative problem solverOne or more years conference/event planning experienceOne or more years of experience implementing sustainability education/outreach programsOne year of experience managing volunteers or staffProject management experienceUpdating/creating websites, and/or newsletters experienceExcellent interpersonal and communication skills, including but not limited to technical writing, collaboration building, public speaking, and oral presentationsStrong organizational and detail oriented skillsA successful candidate will be willing to
Background Check?Yes
Benefits Summary
WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date11/21/2024
Review Date12/05/2024
Job Close Date
Open Until FilledYes
Notes to Applicant
If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you. The annual salary for this position starts at $44,000 and may go up from there depending on candidate qualifications. The position comes with a generous
benefits package .
To apply, please complete the online application and attach a cover letter, current resume, writing sample, and the names and contact information for three professional references.
For qualification determination, your application and/or resume must address the required and preferred qualifications and must contain average number of hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be considered incomplete.
Screening of applications will begin December 5, 2024. Position will remain open until filled.
Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.
Quick Link for Direct Access to Postinghttps://jobs.weber.edu/postings/24274
ADA Essential Job Function
ADA Essential Job Function
Physical Activity of this positionExpressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance., Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. - Keyboard use
Physical Requirements of this positionLight work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work.
Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision.Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading., Required to have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment.
The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position.None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).* How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
jobs.weber.eduKSLChronicle of Higher EducationHigher Ed JobsAgency ReferralPersonal ReferralInternal Job PostingAdvertisement/PublicationOther web advertisementOther
* Do you have or have you ever been issued a W# By Weber State University? Yes or No.If yes, please enter your W#(W followed by eight numbers).(Open Ended Question)
Documents Needed to ApplyRequired Documents
ResumeCover LetterOther Document 1List of References with Contact InfoOptional Documents