Employment Opportunities at USD

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Our world faces increasingly complex and urgent challenges that affect our collective environmental, social and economic well-being. Responding to these challenges in a holistic manner is the essence of sustainability, and the University of San Diego recognizes its responsibility to be a part of the response.

The University of San Diego, an engaged and contemporary Catholic institution, was founded by the Diocese of San Diego and the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1949. Governed by an independent board of trustees since 1972, USD remains committed to a liberal arts education grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the pursuit of truth, goodness and beauty. Inspired by this centuries old tradition of Catholic higher education, the University welcomes people of all faith traditions and any, or no, religious background. The future success of USD relies on the contributions of those who seek to foster the development of engaged global citizens and an earnest confrontation of humanity’s urgent challenges.

Reporting to the Director of Sustainability, this role administers sustainability-focused projects and programs to educate USD’s campus community about how it can contribute to helping the university achieve its environmental and sustainability goals. The Coordinator leads and supervises a team of student workers who support the implementation of the office’s projects and programs, in addition to working with a variety of university departments to implement and administer employee-facing programs to further support the university’s environmental goals. The Coordinator is also responsible for supporting the administrative and daily operations of the Office of Sustainability, such as maintaining the office’s budget, performing routine financial management, and managing communications. To build subject matter expertise and gain new skill sets in the fields of sustainability, climate, and the environment, the Coordinator will be encouraged to obtain professional certifications and participate in training programs in the fields of sustainability, environmental management, and climate change.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Project & Administrative Support 

• Collect, assess, and communicate sustainability/environmental-related data for internal and external reports (e.g., USD Climate Action Dashboard, AASHE STARS report, Office of Sustainability Annual Report, Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventories, and others), under the guidance of the Director.
• Support the development of USD’s Climate Action Plan.
• Research sustainability-related grant opportunities to support programs and projects at USD and coordinate grant applications and submissions.
• Partner with USD departments, campus organizations, and clubs to develop and implement programs to increase recycling, reduce waste, promote alternative transportation options, and reduce campus water use.
• Work closely with the Director to update and/or create new educational programming as needed.
• Oversee the Office of Sustainability’s budget.
• Serve as the office’s initial point of contact for the campus community.
• Update the office’s webpages on the USD website, and design materials (flyers, social media posts, posters, etc.) using Canva.
• Coordinate sustainability-related correspondence with the USD community and respond to feedback, questions, and suggestions, as appropriate.

Student Management & Program Support

• Support the Director in recruiting and hiring student office workers for Fall and Spring semesters.
• Supervise student workers and oversee their training and daily work, ensure timecards are kept current, and facilitate employee communications with USD departments, as required.
• Oversee and administer sustainability education programs and initiatives with the assistance of student workers such as the:
  • Green Office and Green Events Certification Programs;
  • Palomar Energy Project;
  • Employee Sustainability Education Program;
  • Student Sustainability Summit;
  • Earth Week events;
  • Social media and marketing outreach;
  • Monthly office newsletter; and,
  • Others as required.
• Work closely with the Director to update and/or create new educational programming as needed.

Background check:  Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.

Degree Verification Requirement: Persons offered employment in this position will be required to provide official education transcripts for degree verification purposes. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in Sustainability or a related field.
• Two years of related experience working in a professional environment.
• Familiarity with mission driven organizations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in educating audiences on sustainability issues, developing educational programming, and supervising project development and events.
• Two or more years of administrative, project management, and/or supervisory experience.
• Previous experience working for and/or with mission driven organizations.
• Demonstrated experience with website updating and online marketing.

Performance Expectations - Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated skills in event planning and management; communications; staff supervision; budget management; and leadership. Proven ability to effectively work with a wide range of constituencies.
• Excellent communication skills. Strong oral and written command of the English language including grammar, spelling, punctuation, formats, proofreading, and syntax.
• Strong data acquisition and analysis experience.
• Strong computer skills, with proven ability to work with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel); Google Drive, Docs, and Sheets; and creating and designing materials using Canva.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the initiative and ability to manage multiple tasks at once, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent conflict resolution, decision-making, and implementation skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Maintains strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Ability to work some evenings and weekends, as needed.
• Ability to initiate, coordinate, oversee, and complete various projects with minimal supervision.
• Ability to assume responsibility, problem-solve, and exercise independent judgment when making decisions.
• Ability to make presentations to a variety of audiences
• Excellent human relations skills and the ability to work with various university constituents; communicate with clarity; and maintain an attitude that conveys respect, cooperation, honesty, and resourcefulness.
• Ability to supervise, train, and motivate others.
• Excellent skills in the use of specific equipment and tools as identified below.

$27.27 - 31.32 per hour; Excellent Benefits

The University of San Diego offers a very competitive benefits package including; medical, dental, vision, a retirement contribution given to you by the University, and access to on-campus Fitness Centers.  Please visit the benefits section of our website to view all of the perks and benefits that USD has to offer.  USD: Human Resources: Benefits

The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position.  Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience, education and other factors including departmental budget.

Hours: 40 hours per week

Closing date: Open until filled

Note: External job postings will be up for at least three days. After that time, applications will be reviewed by the hiring manager/committee throughout the posting period. A candidate may be selected at any time which could then close this posting on a date earlier than listed.

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