Director of Sustainability

About the role

We are located approximately 20 miles north of Boston and parking is free. We are also accessible by commuter rail on the Newburyport/Rockport line. Come and explore Endicott’s seaside locale where employees are an important part of the bustling campus community!

Responsibilities

• Direct sustainability efforts to ensure sustainability actions are prioritized to meet college goals.
• Use STARS, Campus Sustainability Plan, and Second Nature’s Presidents’ Climate Leadership Commitment framework to track College progress and benchmark against other colleges/universities.
• Lead the department in driving the college’s long-term sustainability vision, mission, and operating principles, and lead the development of a high-level strategy to support them.
• Collaborate with campus departments to support the coordinated sustainability plan.
• Develop sustainability principles into short- and long-range capital and operational improvement plans.
• Serve as an internal leader and “go-to” expert on sustainability, programs, and issues, while communicating with and educating members of the campus community.
• Evaluate energy, water, and waste data to determine savings.
• Monitor emerging trends, research new initiatives, and track Endicott's progress.
• Implement energy projects to reduce energy use, reduce carbon emissions, and save money through: efficiency in new and existing construction, renewable energy and energy markets, tracking & projections to verify results.
• Aid in energy procurement strategies.
• Manage Waste and Recycling systems to maximize recycling and ensure compliance.
• Implement other campus sustainability efforts to save water, improve and maintain gardens, and implement sustainable dining initiatives.
• Advise the activities, events, and programs of student organizations dedicated to sustainability on campus (i.e. Endicott Environmental Society, Endicott Beekeeping Club).
• Manage Office of Sustainability staff and students.
• Engage the community on and off campus, promote the College and its efforts, and maintain a comprehensive, informative web and social media presence.
• Other duties as needed to achieve the goals of the department.

Qualifications and Skills

• 3-5 years of progressively responsible budget/financial experience or related experience in a college environment preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in related field; Master in applicable field preferred.
• Experience working in higher education sustainability efforts.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of the latest sustainability topics, trends, and strategies.
• Demonstrated evidence of strategic, pragmatic, and analytical approaches to problems.
• Proven ability to manage diverse projects, work with students, and work independently.
• Team player who is willing to work hard.