Senior Director, Sustainability


Job Identification: 15612
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What We Are Looking For

Under the direction of the Associate Vice President for Facilities & Operations, the Senior Director, Sustainability will be responsible for the development and implementation of environmental sustainability initiatives for Baylor University and will work to enhance environmental sustainability and performance of Baylor facilities and building systems, including but not limited to reducing energy use and waste. The Senior Director will strive to leverage programs into learning opportunities for Baylor students through partnerships with Academic Affairs and Student Life.

All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Qualifications include:

• Master's degree in sustainability, environmental studies, or a related field is required; PhD is preferred
• Seven (7) years minimum experience assisting and/or leading sustainability programs, initiatives, and implementation of a sustainability program, preferably in higher education
• Ability to work effectively and collaborate with cross-functional teams and people at all levels and departments of the institution
• Familiarity with the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE) and the Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System (STARS) preferred
• Certified Energy Manager, LEED Certification, or other related certifications preferred
• Have excellent organizational, planning, and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Ability to work occasional evenings and/or weekends as needed for special events or meetings
• Supervisory experience preferred
• Driver's License - Must have a valid driver's license

What You Will Do

• Provides leadership to support and advance Baylor's sustainability efforts
• Develop strategies to embed principles of sustainability into the operations across the Baylor campus
• Serve as Chair of Baylor's Sustainability Committee
• Work with senior administration to develop an institutional sustainability vision
• Translates the institution's sustainability vision to actionable standards and goals, most likely via the Sustainability Committee
• Connect various fragmented sustainability efforts between academic and non-academic departments, as well as individual students and student groups, to synergize outcomes
• Maintain and manage sustainability records and reporting requirements related to sustainability efforts, including but not limited to facility/campus energy usage
• Develop and maintain connections with local and regional partners including but not limited to other higher education institutions, City of Waco, McLennan County, and State of Texas officials
• Research and remain up to date with industry best practices in sustainability
• Gain adoption from the campus community for sustainability initiatives and practices by providing meaningful engagement events, presentations, communication tools, activities, and experiential learning opportunities
• Establish and maintain an effective communications strategy for promoting campus sustainability efforts internally and externally, to include ensuring information is up to date and relevant on the sustainability website and across relevant marketing and communications material
• Investigate and pursue grant writing opportunities to fund sustainability initiatives
• Partner with Facilities Management team members to infuse sustainability principles into capital project design and daily operations & maintenance of facilities and grounds
• Supervising employees, to include the potential for student workers/interns

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family's wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

Explore & Engage

Learn more about Baylor and our strategic vision, Illuminate. Also, explore our great hometown of Waco and the many opportunities to engage locally. If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco!


About Us:
Baylor University is a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, Baylor is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylors commitment to equal opportunity and respect of others does not undermine the validity and effect of the constitutional and statutory protections for its religious liberty, including, without limitation, the religious organization exemption under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the religious exemption to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and the Free Exercise Clause of the First Amendment to the United States Constitution, among others. Baylor encourages women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply. EEO/M/F/Vets/Disabled

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