SUSTAINABILITY COORDINATOR

Orange County Public Schools•Orlando, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

To ensure OCPS reaches its planned sustainability and conservation goals and to maintain a healthy and safe environment for OCPS staff and students.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in from an accredited institution
Three (3) years of experience in
Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in management
Must have a valid Florida drivers’ license.
Proficient in all Microsoft Windows Based Applications.
Ability to write and edit standard operating procedures, newsletter, training materials, PowerPoint presentations, etc.
Ability to handle conflict resolution in a professional and diplomatic manner without compromising the district’s core values.

Nice To Haves

Prior teaching experience is highly desired, or a strong ability to work with children in an educational setting.

Responsibilities

Administer and support programs related to various sustainability topics, including but not limited to, waste reduction, energy conservation, water conservation, education, wellness, and transportation.
Work and communicate effectively with building administrators, staff, students, community members, federal, state, and local government regulatory agencies.
Engage with students in an educational setting to provide resources and lessons on sustainability topics.
Effectively implement, coordinate and direct projects with contractors, school administrators, construction and maintenance employees.
Develop and roll-out of district-wide Green Schools Recognition Program (GSRP).
Coordinate and/or participate in public relations activities.
Collaborate with other local government agencies on Sustainability Plans and initiatives.
Identify new and evaluate new technology and initiatives for district team leaders for sustainable programs.
Perform task audits to ensure district-wide strategic plans are actively being managed.
Report on status of district-wide initiatives for sustainability program.
Solid Waste and Recycling oversight.
Negotiate solid waste and recycling service agreements and manage associated costs and revenues.
Internal audit of invoice and data entry.
Collaborate and develop school-based trainings.
Market recycling program to schools and local businesses.
Develop community partnerships.
Develop leadership in subordinates.
Responsible for keeping up to date on current technology being used by OCPS.
Responsible for maintaining timely and accurate information and accountable for the quality of information maintained by those they supervise.
Responsible for self-development and keeping up to date on current research, trends and best practices relevant to the area of responsibility.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.