Job Description Summary & Additional Information

Organization's Summary Statement:

This position develops and manages programs that engage students, faculty, and staff in campus sustainability initiatives. Furthers a culture of sustainability among all sectors of the diverse campus community. Works with professional staff to support the sustainability programs of other campus departments, workgroups and councils, as well as collaborative projects involving multiple campus units and students. Collects, analyzes, and reports sustainability related data both internally and to external rating organizations. Participates in the management of existing programs.
Conducts research into new program areas. Develops program proposals and implements new initiatives. 
Other duties as assigned.

Required Application Materials: Resume , Cover Letter

 

Best Consideration Date: May 6th , 2026

 

Posting Close Date:

 

Open Until Filled: Yes

 

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: One (1) year of experience carrying out sustainability programs.

Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES: 

Knowledge of the collection, analysis and reporting of sustainability data.
Knowledge of the development, implementation and assessment of sustainability programming.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in the use of Microsoft Office and Google Workspace products.
Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
Ability to multitask while demonstrating a commitment to customer service.

Job Risks

Not Applicable to This Position

Department

VPA-Environmental Safety, Sustainability & Risk

Worker Sub-Type

Staff Contractual (C2) (Fixed Term)

Salary Range

$66,000-79,200

Benefits Summary

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Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer 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.

Employment Eligibility

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization.  Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

Title IX Non-Discrimination Notice

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