Jobs with FSU Sustainable Campus

Thank you for your interest in working with Sustainable Campus! Florida State University’s Sustainable Campus works to educate and engage students, staff, and faculty to set an example of campus sustainability and position FSU as a leader of environmental action. 

Our educational efforts, community outreach, and programs work alongside the greater campus efforts and operations to provide everyone with the ability to develop, apply, and practice sustainability. Our efforts seek to conserve resources at FSU and strengthen the positive impact our university leaves upon the local and global environment for generations to come. 

Please see the description of our current openings below. Note that these lists are not exhaustive, and there are additional responsibilities or tasks. 

 

Sustainability Manager (jobs.fsu.edu Job ID 63174)

Florida State University – Tallahassee, FL

https://sustainablecampus.fsu.edu/

Responsibilities

  • Develops, implements, and manages related programs and initiatives in partnership with operational units and campus partners to help achieve sustainability targets, including waste minimization, energy conservation, resource stewardship, and educational integration. Assists with the management and guidance of operational activities that help create a culture of sustainability. Researches, recommends, and implements actions to address emerging issues and best practices.
  • Develop and maintain a process for data collection, storage and accessibility for all datasets that are identified as environmental and engagement metrics. Manages data acquisition and management of performance benchmarking and reporting portfolios. Perform analyses of key indicators and creates data visualizations. Works with communications team to provide interpretation of related topics through numerous outlets.
  • Lead the general management of the Office of Sustainability and take on new projects as identified in conjunction with the Director. Responsible for managing administrative, HR, and financial activities of Sustainable Campus outreach programs; provides budgetary oversight of related programs. Provides oversight to outreach curriculum development to align with overarching sustainability goals. Supports programmatic fundraising efforts. Supervises Sustainable Campus program staff and interns.
  • Manages Green Office certification program and associated trainings. Co-administers the Green Fund in support of campus sustainability projects.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and four years' experience related to administrative services or a high school diploma or equivalent and eight years of experience. (Note: or a combination of post high school education and experience equal to eight years.  =A valid Florida or Georgia driver's license or the ability to obtain one upon hire.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with sustainability reporting tools (STARS, SIMAP, other); Experience with co-curricular student engagement programming; Strong communication skills and ability to build & maintain working relationships; Environmental science/studies or related degree; Knowledge of data analytics and visualizations.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news! Learn more about Florida State University and our campuses

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply through the FSU Careers site (jobs.fsu.edu). If you are a current FSU employee, apply through myFSU Self Service. Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

Considerations

This is an A&P position. This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.


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