Sustainability Officer- Planning Administration- FT Day Shift

Updated: Mar 17, 2024
Location: Orange
Job Type:
Department: Planning Administration

UC Title: SUSTAIN OFCR 4

Position Number: 41071642

Reports to: Dir Planning, Design & Constr

Working Title: Sustainability Officer

Cost Center: Planning Administration (428615) 

Bargaining Unit: No Bargaining Unit

FLSA: Exempt

Date Created: 3/14/2024

Job Code: 000266

Hours: 40

Shift: Day Shift

FTE: 1

 

 

Position Summary: 

The Sustainability Officer 4 applies advanced knowledge of sustainability practices and policies to identify, develop, and implement institutional sustainability efforts.  Incumbent is responsible for establishing an effective communication strategy and managing data collection for sustainability planning and reporting. Responds to information requests and manages updates to the sustainability website and social media channels.  Incumbent will research and monitor trends and innovations in energy and sustainability, compile and analyze sustainability related information and resources as well as research new technologies, green vendors, and green services. Updates sustainability documents and sustainability plan.  Provides expertise and communication regarding sustainability programs to include conducting trainings and presentations.

 

 

Total Compensation

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our: 

Compensation practices (https://www.hr.uci.edu/partnership/totalrewards/compensation.php ) and 

Benefits (https://careersucirvine.ttcportals.com/pages/benefits ). 

 

Salary Range: 

 

Annual Rate  Minimum  $90,500.00            Midpoint     $130,100.00             Maximum          $169,700.00

 

Required Qualifications:

 

 

8 or more years of relevant experience

Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent experience/training in environmental science, management, or policy; architecture; engineering; or public health

Proficiency in all software applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and database applications

Proven ability in organizing, analyzing, interpreting and evaluating utility related data

Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of sustainability theories as well as local, national and global sustainability initiatives and best practices

Experience leading cross-departmental teams within a large organization.  Experience with committee and working group structures for managing sustainability

Advanced knowledge of U.S. Green Building Council rating systems as well as understanding of general policies and procedures in the areas of design and construction

General broad knowledge of energy management, transportation, construction, food service, waste management and water resource management

Ability to develop short- and long-range plans for sustainability

Advanced verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills

Advanced ability to organize information, extract relevant data, and prepare reports in various formats

Ability to write clear and concise reports and correspondence and interact effectively with many levels throughout the organization

Knowledge of federal, state and local building codes, ordinances, regulations related to sustainability

 

 

Preferred Qualifications: 

Master’s degree

LEED Accredited Professional

ISSP Certified Sustainability Professional

 

 

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Legal Right to Work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page: https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php  

Closing Statement:

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming. 

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact UCI’s Employee Experience Center (EEC) at [email protected] or at (949) 824-0500, Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

 

Physical, Mental, & Environmental Demands

To comply with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the essential physical, mental and environmental requirements for this job are listed below. These are requirements normally expected to perform regular job duties. Incumbent must be able to successfully perform all of the functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

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