Program Coordinator I - Sustainability

Scheduled Hours37.5

Position SummaryThe Sustainability Coordinator will lead two major programmatic initiatives: Circularity programs and the Green Labs program. These established programs build a culture of environmental sustainability through material reuse and resource conservation while serving internal and external communities.
Circularity Initiatives
The Sustainability Coordinator will facilitate WashU's circularity programs, which includes managing a physical warehouse space and store (the Circularity Center), coordinating the annual move out collection and resale program, Share Our Stuff; developing systems for effectively managing university surplus property, and hosting regular Lab Supply Swaps. The Sustainability Coordinator will develop programming; oversee volunteers; and create evaluation and assessment tools, annual reports for leadership, and marketing materials. The Sustainability Coordinator builds relationships with a wide variety of non-profit organizations and businesses in the region that are part of WashU’s materials reuse ecosystem.
Green Labs Program
The Sustainability Coordinator advances the WashU Green Labs Program, which provides resources and incentives to encourage and support lab staff in adopting a range of more sustainable practices. The Sustainability Coordinator facilitates the lab certification process, tracks programmatic data, and conducts programmatic outreach and education. Cost savings measures related to energy efficiency and conservation is a priority of the program.
This position has opportunities for supervising volunteers and student interns.

Job Description

Circularity Initiatives

• With guidance from supervisor, lead Circularity Initiatives, including some strategic development and much of the hands-on implementation of the programs.

  • Manage day-to-day operations of campus surplus warehouse and sale site (Circularity Center).

  • Coordinate WashU Reuse platform and manage inventory.

  • Plan and lead the annual Share Our Stuff move out collection program.

  • Coordinate novel surplus reuse and donation as opportunities arise.

  • Work with partners within facilities and space relocation to improve processes for reuse and donation.

  • Engage with staff and student leaders to train peer educators for waste sorting and Circularity.

  • Coordinate waste and water stations for university events.

Green Labs

• Collaborate with Green Labs Program Lead to execute Green Labs initiatives, including:

  • Ongoing planning and implementation of outreach and education initiatives

  • Managing Green Labs certification process and recognition experience

  • Assisting with programmatic evaluation and strategic planning

Lab Supply Swaps

• Plan and implement annual Lab Supply Swaps:

  • Coordinate with Environmental Health and Safety to ensure all lab supply swap events meet safety standards

  • Plan, promote, and lead logistics for lab supply swaps

Work with the Communications Specialist and campus partners to plan and coordinate communications for circularity initiatives and Green Labs, including:

• Newsletter stories, social media, and website

• Event marketing materials

• Year-end reports, and others

• Attend tabling events

• Coordinate presentations to further promote programs and event

Track data for all programs in current and improved systems; generate reports and narratives to communicate impact to partners.

Provide planning and execution support for special events, conferences, and programs hosted by Operations and Facilities Management Department (OFMD), Office of Sustainability, and campus partners.

Perform other duties as assigned.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience:

Relevant Experience (3 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This JobWashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience:

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills:

Adaptability, Budgeting, Community Organization, Computer Software Applications, Customer Service, Deadline Management, Detail-Oriented, Educational Institutions, Government Agencies, Interpersonal Communication, Nonprofit Organizations, Oral Communications, Organizational Processes, Organizing, Problem Resolution, Project Coordination, Self Motivation, Working Independently, Written Communication

GradeG08-H

Salary Range$21.17 - $32.85 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

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Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [email protected] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment ScreeningAll external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO StatementWashington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.