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Position Title :

Sustainability & Energy Conservation Manager

Position Type : Regular

Job Number : SA59224

Full or Part Time :

full-time 40 hours weekly

Fair Labor Standard Act Classification :

Exempt

Anticipated Pay Range :

92,800-$95,000

Pay Range Information :

Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position. This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate’s qualifications and experience, as well as internal equity and other internal factors. The anticipated pay range is not a promise of a particular wage.

Job Description Summary :

Reporting to the Vice President, Facilities Management, the Sustainability and Energy Conservation Manager will collaborate with internal and external constituents of Chapman University, including : students / faculty / staff, vendors / consultants, and community / nonprofit organizations to promote and further sustainability activities, efforts, and projects campus-wide. This position will identify and manage energy savings projects and provide strategy recommendations on alternate energy sources, conservation efforts, and reduction of waste. They will oversee outreach and programming, including planning events to advance sustainability efforts and enhance engagement opportunities within the community. This position will also serve as the primary utility manager for campus buildings and auxiliary assets.

Responsibilities : Sustainability :

• Oversee sustainability efforts and energy management programs campus-wide.
• Serve as the expert on energy-saving matters to help shape energy management strategy by staying current on changes to local, state, and federal regulations.
• Serve as the primary contact and representative for Facilities Management, and other administrative operations by collaborating with various campus (faculty / staff / student) organizations, activist groups, etc., to implement, facilitate, and promote sustainability / environmental / climate action activities.
• Partner with student government and student environmental organizations. Serve in an advisory role on the Faculty Sustainability Committee, and as a member of several external sustainability organizations
• Manage relationships with internal partners including : Residence Life, Event Operations, Parking and Transportation, Marketing, Community Relations, academic colleges, campus dining partners, and landscaping vendors to lead initiatives to integrate sustainability into campus operations and curriculum.
• Manage trash collection contracts and related issues, including special pick-ups, bin types, bin sizes, numbers of bins and locations. Identify best practices to work with vendors and custodial partners to monitor the size and composition of the waste stream at Chapman. Seek ways to help reduce waste and improve landfill diversion rate especially during residence hall move-in and move-out.
• Manage the donation of university surplus assets to nonprofit organizations.
• Oversee operations and maintenance of campus EV charging infrastructure, including maintenance, repairs, & improvement projects. Collaborate & troubleshoot with EV charging manufacturers and suppliers.
• Develop scope, verify quality of work. and completion of sustainability projects.
• Develop relationships with external partners, such as commissioning agents and specialized contractors.
• Design, implement, and oversee sustainability education, outreach programs, and events for students / staff / faculty and external community members.
• Update and maintain the Sustainability website and social media accounts to optimize engagement. Distribute and analyze results of campus-wide sustainability survey. Use strategic marketing techniques to increase visibility and participation in campus sustainability programs and events.
• Work with Campus Planning and Design in developing building / construction standards / specifications that support sustainability in all aspects of design and functionality for each university capital project.

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Special Instructions to Applicants :

Chapman University is an equal opportunity employer that provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of their protected characteristics. All qualified applicants and employees are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

Applicants for Staff and Administrator positions must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Chapman University does not sponsor applicants for Staff and Administrator positions for work visas.

The offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion and outcomes of a criminal background screening and returning to the Office of Human Resources a signed original acceptance of the Chapman University Agreement to Arbitrate.