Sustainability Manager jobs in Oklahoma

Coordination and Management of the OSU Sustainability Program to include development, implementation, administration, documentation, and communication of comprehensive campus wide programs that promote sustainability (i.e. resource conservation, recycling, and waste reduction).

Coordinate and interact with campus departments that have existing environmental initiatives to enhance those efforts and to share ideas regarding successful initiatives across campus.

Serve as the Public Relations point of contact and work with OSU Marketing and Communications office, as well as other sustainability venues, to increase awareness of OSU's sustainability initiatives through various media.

Position interacts with campus and off-campus public during normal course of business.

Work may be required outside of normal office hours as needed.

Must use appropriate personal protective equipment when needed and as required (hard hat, vest, gloves, safety glasses, etc.). These items are provided and are not for personal use.

Required to work safely and promote a safe environment.

The work environment includes time spent in an administrative office in a state-of-the-art thermal plant where periodic loud noise is possible.

Blackout Leave Periods: Landscape services has three identified blackout periods each year. No leave will be approved during these times.
Leave requests will not be approved for the month of May, August, and October until the dates for each event listed below are posted
with main campus.
1. Two weeks prior to First day of School for Fall Semester
2. Two weeks before Homecoming
3. Two weeks before Spring Commencement

OSU offers a generous benefits package for continuous, regular positions, including but not limited to health, life and retirement benefits, paid leave and 12 paid holidays per year. Other benefits include employee and dependent tuition waivers, free gym memberships, a free, confidential employee assistance program, and much more.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please provide cover letter, resume and three work references for applicant consideration.

Education & Experience

Position Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, or a related field in engineering or a science discipline with an environmental focus.

Must have before hire and maintain after hire, a valid driver's license. A valid driver's license must be maintained for the operation of an OSU vehicle, which is required in the performance of job duties as assigned.

Ability to motivate student, staff and faculty groups and individuals to develop, promote and integrate sustainability programming into their activities.

Working knowledge of programs, strategies and technologies to reduce Oklahoma State University's impact on the environment.

Management of environmental programs and systems.

Good communication skills including technical writing.

Excellent organizational skills; the ability manage multiple tasks and prioritize work.

Proficiency with presentation skills and Microsoft software.

Self-directed performer with the ability to motivate others in various parts of the organization toward improving program performance.

Demonstrated, strong leadership skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Natural Resources, Environmental Policy or a related field.

In addition to experience required, AASHE STARS reporting experience is preferred.

Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visit eeo.okstate.edu.