DIRECTOR OF ENERGY AND SUSTAINABILITY (Administrator II)

Recruitment Details

Recruitment Number VA1527 Posting Period
Open Until Filled (Review of Applications will begin 11/16/21. Applications received after that date may be considered.) On Campus Only Promotional Opportunity No Working Title DIRECTOR OF ENERGY AND SUSTAINABILITY (Administrator II) Class Title ADMINISTRATOR II Level/Range/Grade 1 Salary Range (From $ to $) Salary commensurate with background and experience of the individual selected. (Anticipated hiring range: $85,000 - $95,000 per year). Department FMS Administration Support Number of Positions 1 FLSA Code Exempt Status At Will Full-time/part-time (if part-time, indicate time base) Full-time Pay Plan 12/12 CBU/MOU M80 - Management Personnel Plan Quick Link https://jobs.csuchico.edu/postings/6927
Hours Per Day 8 hours per day (hours may vary) Days Per Week 5 days per week Shift Day
Primary Duties
Under the general direction of the Associate VP of Facilities and Capital Projects, the Director of Energy & Sustainability works to manage and execute sustainable projects across the campus and establish CSU, Chico as a leader in the field of sustainability within the CSU system and at the state, regional, and national levels. The incumbent is responsible for leadership, innovation, and management necessary to coordinate and implement the university’s comprehensive sustainability program, maintenance of the Campus Climate Action plan, and the campus Recycling Program. The incumbent serves as the campuses primary point of contact and leader in reduction of energy, waste, and water conservation. They facilitate the coordination necessary to achieve operational efficiencies and evaluate policies, practices, and procedures, while meeting the goals and objectives of the campus’ sustainability plans and initiatives, and complying with regulatory requirements.

In addition, the incumbent assists with managing the daily requirements of various energy efficiency programs and initiatives. Activities will include project management, report writing, utility bill analysis, authorizing invoices for payment, securing energy rebate incentives, maintaining and operating the energy and utility database tracking and reporting system, and preparing monthly financial reports for campus utility operations as well as review of energy efficiency goals, annual climate registry requirements, sustainability policies, plant operational practices, and strategic energy plans for the campus.

Coordinates implementation of the campus sustainability plan and American College and University Presidents’ Climate Commitment ( ACUPCC ) agreement and responsible for reporting on sustainability metrics.

For a full description of job duties, please visit: https://csuchico.box.com/v/VA1527-Position-Description

MANDATORY VACCINATIONS :
As of September 30, 2021, the CSU requires all faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID -19 or have received a medical or religious exemption. Selected candidates should be prepared to comply with this requirement. The systemwide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/ . Questions can be sent to: humanresources@csuchico.edu (staff and management positions) or academicpersonnel@csuchico.edu (faculty positions). Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
KNOWLEDGE :
Thorough knowledge of:

• Climate change science, greenhouse gas emissions sources, reporting methods and protocols, and reduction and sequestration strategies
• Methodologies, practices and procedures associated with sustainability in higher education.
• The general concepts of sustainability, awareness of the central issues and controversies in the discourse on sustainable development.
• Environmental and Economic analysis, including the ability to perform cost benefit analysis.
• Technical knowledge of sustainable practices in the areas of energy, water, waste streams, or operations,

Working knowledge of:

• The principles of planning, management, and direction of a program.
• The principals of administrative, personnel, and fiscal management.

• Fluency with the use of standard office equipment (computers, copiers, phones, fax) and computer software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint, and database management, including institutional database systems.

SKILLS :
Incumbent must possess the following:

• Strong leadership skills.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written); customer service; interpersonal. planning, collaboration and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated history of working effectively as a productive and collaborative member of a team or work group.
• Demonstrated competence in understanding, interpreting, and communicating procedures, policies, information, ideas, and instructions.
• Demonstrated skills setting priorities to ensure project goals and objectives are obtained within timelines and budgets.

ABILITIES :
Incumbent must have the ability to:

• Motivate students and faculty groups and individuals.
• Listen perceptively, convey awareness, interpret feedback, and synthesize information.
• Apply and utilize various research methods.
• Identify needed changes and improvements in program.
• Analyze and define the problem, draw valid conclusions and project consequences of various alternative courses of action.
• Readiness for feedback and new perspectives.
• Communicate, inform and educate large or small audiences of diverse nature on issues related to area of expertise.
• Supervise and/or mentor college age individuals.
• Work closely with various on and off campus entities.
• Develop and manage budgets.
• Interpret technical procedures or regulations.
• Write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Define problems, collect and analyze data with abstract and concrete variables, establish facts, draw valid conclusions and to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form.

Required Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field- Degrees may include but are not limited to Business Management, Economics, Sustainable Development, Environmental Sciences, Environmental Studies, Environmental Engineering, and Ecology
AND
At least three years of experience working in the field of sustainability, which may include: Green House Gas Emissions Inventorying, Cost Benefit Analysis, Energy Audits and Analysis, Environmental Planning, Sustainability Program Development and Management, Alternative Transportation Initiatives, Etc. Additional Requirements for this Position
N/A Recruitment Preferences
Preference may be given to applicants with the following as they may be considered specialized skills:

• Work experience with sustainability in an institutional setting

Special Requirements

• California State University, Chico, in accordance with CSU policy, requires that the successful candidate complete a background check (including a criminal records check, sexual offender registry check, and/or fingerprinting) prior to assuming this position. Failure to satisfactorily complete or pass the background check may impact the job offer or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for posted positions identified as sensitive. This position is considered a sensitive position based on CSU guidelines.
• The person holding this position is considered a “Limited Mandated Reporter” under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 (revised July 21, 2017) as a condition of employment.
• This position is a Higher Education Employer-Employee Relations Act ( HEERA ) designated managerial position and comes under the Management Personnel Plan ( MPP ) of the California State University. Individuals appointed to management positions serve at the pleasure of the President or designee. They are excluded from the collective bargaining process, are not subject to probationary service, and do not receive tenure or permanent status. This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act ( FLSA ).
• The duties of this position will include participation in a decision that may have a material/financial benefit to the incumbent. Therefore, this is a “designated position” under the California State University’s Conflict of Interest Code and the incumbent will be required to file a Form 700: Statement of Economic Interest and is subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission. (Group/Category: Administrator/Director/Manager, CSU COI Categories: 1, 2, 3) .
• A valid California Driver’s License must be maintained throughout employment in this position as well as successful completion and continued compliance of the CSU Defensive Driver’s Training course is required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :
Incumbent/applicant will need to be able to perform the essential job functions (duties) of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. This position alternates between remaining in a stationary position operating a personal computer for long periods of time and frequently moving about inside the office. Must be able to travel across campus to other offices and buildings for meetings and events.
WORK ENVIRONMENT :
This position involves frequent to constant interaction with students, faculty and staff. The office is a typical office environment with standard office equipment. This is a fast-paced environment requiring a flexible schedule. Early morning, evening or weekend hours may be required, as needed to travel and complete work, or attend conferences, workshops or meetings. When travel is required, outside locations may include even and uneven walking surfaces, exposure to weather changes such as temperatures, humidity or precipitation. Benefits
This position qualifies for benefits including tuition fee waiver (if eligible) Benefit Information
CSU, Chico offers a number of benefits to its employees (e.g., sick leave, vacation, health insurance). Eligibility for standard CSU benefits is based on an appointment of half-time or more for a period exceeding six months. Employees appointed less than half-time or less than six months are not eligible for standard CSU benefits but do receive prorated sick leave and vacation.

Eligibility for Affordable Care Act ( ACA ) benefits is based on an appointment of at least three-quarter time, hired to work a minimum of 130 hours per month over the course of the appointment or works an average of 130 hours or more per month during the measurement period. The ACA guidelines provide for health coverage or FlexCash only. ACA does not provide dental or vision plan coverage. About the University and Community
California State University ( CSU ), Chico is a comprehensive and residential public University, holding Hispanic-Serving Institution ( HSI ) designation and operating as part of the 23-campus CSU system. The University enrolls over 17,000 students from diverse cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds, with over half identifying as first-generation college students. Graduate and undergraduate programs boast high-quality research experiences, exceptional faculty mentoring, and civic and global engagement opportunities. The campus motto, “Today Decides Tomorrow,” is brought to life by inclusive pedagogy, experiential learning, and co-curricular programming. The Chico Experience prepares students to be critical thinkers, engaged citizens, and inspired stewards of environmental, social, and economic resources. Together, they will become leaders solving the challenges of the 21st century.

The campus is located in Northern California, 90 minutes from the state capital, Sacramento, and a three-hour drive from San Francisco Bay Area. A safe residential community, Chico offers year-round natural beauty, outdoor leisure activities, and a thriving arts, music, and events scene. We acknowledge and are mindful that CSU, Chico stands on lands that were originally occupied by the first people of this area, the Mechoopda, and we recognize their distinctive spiritual relationship with this land and the waters that run through campus.

CSU, Chico is committed to recruiting outstanding candidates who reflect the diverse, intercultural, and intersectional identities of our student body. The ideal candidate will embrace our values predicated on the primacy of student success and the elimination of achievement gaps, have demonstrated experience working with diverse populations, and will contribute to policies, programs, and activities that support an inclusive, accessible, and equitable learning and working environment.

The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, National origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status.
Open Date (posting open date) 11/02/2021 Close Date (posting close date) Open Until Filled Yes Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Résumé
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

1. Optional Applicant Documents