Hello all- We're excited to announce an opening for the first sustainability coordinator at Butler University in Indianapolis. Details are below. Feel free to distribute widely.
Thanks! Tim Carter Butler University’s Center for Urban Ecology – Sustainability Coordinator job announcement The Center for Urban Ecology (CUE) at Butler University invites applications for Butler’s first Sustainability Coordinator. We seek applicants who share our passion for creative solutions to issues related to campus sustainability, urban ecology, and sustainable cities. Butler University is a recent signatory of the American Colleges and Universities Presidents’ Climate Commitment (ACUPCC) and is looking to build upon this signing to develop innovative and robust sustainability programming for Butler’s campus, viewing the campus as a living laboratory for these programs. Butler’s Sustainability Coordinator will develop and oversee sustainability programming for faculty, staff and students of Butler University and promote Butler’s campus sustainability to local, regional and national audiences. This position reports to the director of the Center for Urban Ecology and will work closely with Butler’s existing Sustainability Council, students, faculty and staff to help develop and execute the University’s sustainability program. Primary Responsibilities: · Develop and oversee the campus sustainability program through facilitating student, faculty, and staff participation opportunities and developing new campus sustainability initiatives · Work with the Sustainability Council and the Administration to meet the requirements of ACUPCC and AASHE reporting · In consultation with the CUE outreach coordinator, report and promote campus sustainability to campus, regional, and national audiences · In consultation with the CUE director and CUE administrative coordinator, assist in the development and oversight of a budget for the sustainability program · Pursue internal and external funding opportunities in concert with the CUE Director and Faculty affiliates to support the sustainability program · Develop and teach a sustainability practicum course during the academic year Requirements include: · Masters degree in sustainability, environmental studies, ecological sciences, environmental design or related field · Interest in and knowledge about sustainability and urban ecology · Ability to work independently and as a team leader and member · Ability to handle multiple priorities in a time sensitive environment · A demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form Preference is given to applicants with prior experience managing campus sustainability initiatives including student programming and community engagement. Salary is commensurate with experience and will also be provided with full benefits including health insurance. Butler University is committed to enhancing the diversity of the student body and our faculty and staff. In addition, hiring and other employment-related decisions are made on the basis of an individual’s qualifications, past experience, overall performance and other employment-related criteria. It is the policy of the University to provide equal opportunities for employment and advancement for all individuals regardless of age, gender, race, religion, color, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other legally-protected category. Review of applications will begin June 1, 2013. We anticipate a start date in late summer 2013. Interested applicants should email a cover letter, resume, an example of creative work, and contact information for three references in a single PDF file to: Timothy Carter, Director Center for Urban Ecology Butler University 4600 Sunset Ave Indianapolis, IN 46208 tlcar...@gmail.com -- Timothy Carter, Ph.D. Director, Center for Urban Ecology Butler University Indianapolis, IN 317.940.6506
