Sustainability Coordinator

Reporting to the Director of Sustainability, this role serves in the capacity of office development for the Office of Sustainability. This includes budget and financial management, leading the creation and development of sustainability related programs, student supervision and guidance, and various campus responsibilities as it pertains to sustainability issues. This role will also be responsible for on-campus partnership development and various committee meetings to ensure a strong sustainability presence throughout the facets of the campus. Works proactively to resolve potential sustainability issues presented by students, faculty and staff. Researches and applies for applicable grant opportunities. Authorized to plan special events on campus and in the community, create educational programming, and oversee development of marketing materials. This position will attend various professional development and sustainability related conferences. Strong presentation skills for trainings and workshops. Coordinator will be encouraged to acquire professional certifications, and attend and present at sustainability conferences.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Special Conditions of Employment:

Effective June 1, 2023, based on CDC guidance, the University strongly encourages all campus members to stay up to date with Influenza and COVID-19 vaccination recommendations. For more regarding information USD's COVID-19 protocols, please visit sandiego.edu/onward.

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:

• BA/BS degree (in Sustainability or related area preferred)
• One to two years of related experience
• Demonstrated skills in budget management, leadership and planning. Proven ability to effectively interface with a wide range of constituencies. Ability to supervise student workers.
• Familiarity with mission driven organizations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in various sustainability issues regarding programming, education, and supervision of projects and events
• Minimum three years’ administrative experience, including university administration, project management, supervision or related
• Demonstrated experience with website updating and online marketing
• Ability to manage multiple tasks at once

Performance Expectations - Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent communication skills. Strong oral and written command of the English language including grammar, spelling, punctuation, formats, proofreading and syntax.
• Strong computer skills, with proven ability to work with MS Office Suite (Word, Access, Excel).
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the initiative and ability to meet deadlines and prioritize tasks.
• Excellent conflict resolution, decision-making, and implementation skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and professional personal presentation ability.
• 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.
• 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.

$21.88 - $29.53 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.

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.