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Sustainability Manager

Posting Details

Posting Details

Position Number: 100648
Title: Manager
Functional Title: Sustainability Manager
Category Status: 33-Exempt Regular
Applicant Search Category: Staff
University Authorized FTE: 100
Unit: VPSA-Dining Services
Campus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify someone from employment. Prior to any adverse decision, finalists have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding the background check.

The University reserves the right to rescind offers of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Offers are contingent on providing proof of employment eligibility in the United States no more than 3 days after the initial start date. If this proof is not provided within this timeframe, the offer may be rescinded or employment terminated.
Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
Reporting to the Director of Dining Services, the Sustainability Manager oversees all aspects of the Department’s Sustainability programs; grant management; research; energy management. The Campus Pantry, The Farmers Market, Terp Farm and Food Recovery Program.
Benefits Summary Top Benefits and Perks:

Exempt Benefits Summary

Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality Management, Public Health, Environmental Policy, Environmental Management, Environmental Science, or related field.

Experience:
Minimum of 5 years of sustainability management and leadership with at least 3 years of supervisory experience of professional and para-professional staff. A Master’s degree may be substituted for two years of supervisory experience. Additional experience in sustainability leadership may be substituted for the degree.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Outstanding leadership, guest service, and written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and successfully and build partnerships with co-workers and all levels and types of internal and external stakeholders, including students, faculty, administrators, and government regulatory agencies.
  • Ability to find, write and administer grant proposals.
  • Outstanding skill and ability to communicate complex food and sustainability subjects to the general public.
  • Demonstrated commitment to sustainability, wellness and environmental best practices.
  • Ability to conduct research and data, produce reports and develop strategic and tactical plans.
  • Ability to quickly adapt to an ever-changing environment.
  • Basic knowledge of budgets and administrative processes.
Preferences:
Preferences:
  • Master’s degree.
  • Understanding of the public university environment and campus dining programs.
  • Working knowledge of business based computer programs, food safety, food sustainability, wellness, energy conservation, food insecurity and Farm to Table.
  • A proven record of working successfully with traditional college-age students.
Additional Certifications:
Must have, or obtain within 90 days of hire and maintain a Prince George’s County Food Service Manager Certification.
Additional Information:
Salary range is $82,966 to $95,000.
Job Risks Not Applicable to This Position
Physical Demands
  • This position is primarily leadership and administrative and typically does not regularly require significant unusual activity. Regular visits to the Terp Farm, Farmers Market, Off Campus Vendors, and Off Campus Environmental Organizations is required.
  • This is an essential position and incumbent must report to work when the campus is closed due to weather or other emergency situations.
  • Must be able to work a variable schedule including weekends, nights, evenings, and holidays. Annual leave will not be granted for specific periods including the weeks preceding and right after the start of each semester, Football Weekends, Maryland Day, Family Weekend or special events.
  • Must have the manual dexterity to operate equipment with or without accommodation and to lift up to 15 pounds regularly. The University of Maryland is a non-smoking, drug free, weapon free campus.
Posting Date: 10/07/2024
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled Yes
Best Consideration Date 11/04/2024
Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
  3. List of References (no emails sent from system)
Optional Documents

Posting Specific Questions

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  1. * Are you willing to serve as an Essential employee?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Are you able to work a variable schedule including some nights, weekends, and holidays?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * How did you hear about this position?
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