Sustainability Program Specialist / State Program Administrator Senior

About the role

Direct Care and Treatment (DCT) is seeking an individual to join our Facilities Management team for an exciting and rewarding opportunity as a Sustainability Program Specialist. DCT is looking to incorporate more sustainable practices, increase renewable energy portfolios, and to generally make more thoughtful choices around its operations that could impact the natural environment. The Sustainability Program Specialist will assist in coordinating the Direct Care and Treatment (DCT) sustainability program for all department occupied facilities, owned, and leased. Increasing the sustainability of state government agency operations is a priority for the State of Minnesota. This position will be coordinating these efforts at a statewide enterprise level to ensure DCT is making progress towards meeting the state’s sustainability objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead, direct, organize, and manage a coordinated sustainability program for owned and leased occupied space and operations.
• Maintain and monitor statewide, enterprise reporting systems.
• Coordinate with the DCT Energy Manager and Physical Plant Director to prepare and submit budget recommendations for DCT Administration, which reflect the priorities, objectives, procedures and time frames of the Governor, Department of Finance, Direct Care and Treatment, and the Programs.
• Travel Required: Yes, up to 20%.

Minimum Qualifications

Two (2) years of experience coordinating sustainability program management in facilities management, construction and/or operations. Experience must demonstrate all the following:

• Applying project management principles, methods and techniques including planning, organizing, implementing, monitoring, assessing, and/or evaluating project activities.
• Coordinating and/or assisting with program or project budgets and procurement activities.
• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to advance projects or initiatives.
• Experience with computer systems and software applications, such as Microsoft Office and Excel, to create, maintain, and analyze documents, presentations, reports and spreadsheets.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in business administration, project management, or a related field.
• Three or more years of progressive management experience in sustainability and operations.
• Experience in sustainability efforts pertaining to construction and operations.
• Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Annual pay increases
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• Fertility care, including IVF
• Diabetes care
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
• Support to help you reach your career goals: Training, classes, and professional development
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support: A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Pay

Salary Range: $28.75 - $42.16 / hourly; $60,030 - $88,030 / annually

Schedule

Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift / 7:30am - 4:0