Sustainability Coordinator

Position Information

Title
Sustainability Coordinator

Department
Construction, Facilities and Operations

Regular or Temporary
Regular

Hours Per Week
40

FLSA Determination
Exempt

Weeks Per Year

52

Open Date
10/13/2021

Full or Part Time
Full Time

Position Summary

Trinity College seeks a staff that reflects the changing demographics of our student body. Our student body is diverse, representing 41 states and 70 countries, with 21 percent U.S. students of color and 50 percent who identify as women. More than 90 percent of students live on campus. Trinity is a highly selective, independent, nonsectarian liberal arts institution located in the capital city of Hartford, Conn. With more than 2,100 full-time undergraduate students and 91 graduate students, the college maintains a rigorous academic profile complemented by a vibrant and diverse co-curricular program. We consider our location in a culturally and socioeconomically diverse capital city to be among Trinity’s most distinctive assets, and we cultivate strong connections with our surrounding neighbors and with institutions and organizations throughout Hartford and the region. As a preeminent liberal arts college in an urban setting, Trinity College prepares students to be bold, independent thinkers who lead transformative lives.

Trinity College is seeking a sustainability coordinator who will support campus initiatives and create a campus culture that embraces and promotes environmental consciousness and sustainability. This role serves as a core resource for the campus community looking to engage in sustainable practices and demonstrates our commitment and shared responsibility to address climate change.


Duties and Responsibilities


● Works with the Summit Sustainability Committee to achieve objectives laid out in the Sustainability Action Plan.
● Publishes biannual reports related to sustainability initiatives and progress made.
● Completes the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education ( AASHE ) Sustainability Tracking Assessment and Rating System ( STARS ) Report every three years.
● Fosters collaborative initiatives amongst campus groups.
● Tracks, analyzes, and reports on sustainability related data including progress on campus initiatives, energy consumption, and waste management.
● Works closely with the Office of Community Service and Civic Engagement to maintain the college’s composting program, universal waste management program, campus thrift store, and other student led initiatives.
● Communicates the College’s sustainability efforts to the greater community and maintains informational resources on the college website.
● Works with food service, facilities, and other vendors on sustainable initiatives.
● Researches and prepares applications for grants and other financial opportunities related to energy and sustainability.
● Participates in the College’s curriculum if requested by faculty.
● Works with outside regulatory agencies.

Qualifications

Minimum of two years of experience in sustainable organizing. The ability to maintain and keep track of specific facets of an institutional sustainability initiative. Skill set should include:
● A degree in a relevant field.
● Strong commitment to environmental sustainability.
● Strong record of leadership and responsibility.
● Experience in promoting sustainability (environmentally, economically, or socially) on a college campus.
● Flexibility in schedule.
● Excellent organization and communication skills.
● Competence in data analysis (Excel or equivalent).
● Strong writing/presentation skills.
● Experience working with college students in non-academic program and project work.

Physical Demands
Must be able to visit various locations throughout campus at any given time.

Special Instructions to Applicants

All applicants must apply online by submitting their resume, cover letter and 3 references. In your cover letter or application materials, please address how you would foster and promote an environment of diversity, equity, and inclusion in this role.
Review of applications will begin three weeks after the role posting date.

Trinity College requires proof of COVID19 vaccination or an approved exemption prior to beginning employment .

Quick Link
https://trincoll.peopleadmin.com/postings/2486

Trinity College is an independent, nonsectarian liberal arts college for men and women, with approximately 2,200 undergraduate students and 200 faculty members, located in Hartford, Connecticut. Our Mission is “Engage. Connect. Transform.” As the preeminent liberal arts college in an urban setting, Trinity College prepares students to be bold, independent thinkers who lead transformative lives. Trinity is an actively engaged community of students, faculty and staff who work together to develop and sustain the intellectual and creative opportunities central to a first-class liberal arts education. Hartford, the state capital, provides many opportunities for cultural and social engagement.

The College is committed to building a representative and diverse faculty, administrative staff, and student body. Trinity is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Applicants with disabilities should request, in advance, any needed accommodation in order to participate in the application process.

For all faculty positions, completion of the Ph.D. or appropriate equivalent is expected. Candidates should have a strong commitment to undergraduate and interdisciplinary teaching in a liberal arts context, and a well-articulated plan for sustained research. Trinity is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through their research, teaching, and service.