Sustainability Manager

Atlanta Hawks•Atlanta, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sustainability Manager is responsible for supporting the State Farm Arena Facilities and Operations Team in achieving Zero Waste. Additionally, the role implements practical sustainable solutions to support operations and maintenance (O&M) and to improve the management of facilities, assets, utilities, and the “Hawk’s material supply chain”. By monitoring the Hawk’s environmental impact at all times, this role will ensure the collection of data and the implementation of changes necessary to successfully operate a ZERO WASTE arena. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class. We are a professional basketball team and state-of-the-art arena/entertainment venue that specializes in creating memorable experiences for each guest we interact with. The Hawks came to Atlanta in 1968 and since then, we have been True to Atlanta. Once you become a Team Member, you are family and we are True to You. The home of the Hawks, State Farm Arena has recently been completely renovated to better serve our fans in all aspects of their experiences at the arena. We host approximately 160 events and nearly 2 million guests annually with a capacity of more than 17,000. A 100% smoke-free campus, State Farm Arena is consistently ranked among the top 10 concert and event venues in the world. We have also earned the #1 Game Experience in the NBA, and have reached these accomplishments through the amazing work of all of our Team Members. We know you will continue this trend as a valued Team Member with the Atlanta Hawks and State Farm Arena. Our culture is built on inclusion, diversity and innovation, all with a touch of southern hospitality. We show our culture in the community by building bridges through basketball. We have basketball camps and coaching clinics, we build new public courts in metro Atlanta neighborhoods, and many other projects like the Million Meal Pack. For our Team Members, we strive to be the best place to work in Atlanta. That means being True to You with investing in your development while having fun. We like to celebrate a lot with parties, hosting team member basketball tournaments and so much more. We offer competitive benefits and perks like tickets to events and Hawks Shop discounts. Whether hustling on the court, giving back to our communities, or investing in our team members, we are always True to Atlanta. Come be a part of the action. Go Hawks!

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from a four-year College or university and two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
General knowledge of sustainability (e.g., waste, natural resources, renewable energies, thermodynamics, health, and wellness)
Waste, recycling, and compost management
Integrating sustainability into facility and asset management, operations, and maintenance for large organizations
Collecting and analyzing cross-departmental data.
Developing technical reports, proposals, presentations, budgets, and timelines/schedules
Creating and executing plans, programs, presentations, and training sessions.
Experience interacting with all colleagues at all levels of an organization.
Must have a working knowledge of the entire Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Suite applications.

Nice To Haves

GBCI True Waste Advisor Certification is preferred

Responsibilities

Set and communicate daily operational objectives, expectations and create awareness around the department and business objectives with zero waste and energy conservation
Educate and train team members on sustainability programs and initiatives
Execute immediate operational adjustments and process improvements to resolve recurring issues, including updating waste signage, optimizing the placement of collection points, and deploying additional carts or stations as required by event volume
Coordinate sustainability efforts with the appropriate external and internal stakeholders and departments.
Work alongside other departments/ teams to flawlessly provide services needed.
Resolve guest concerns and complaints
Manage on-site collection, staging, and storage of waste, recycling, and compost materials for event and non-event days.
Schedule, coordinate, and inspect vendor/hauler pickups and ensure proper handling and chain-of-custody of all materials.
Review and reconcile vendor invoices related to Zero Waste operations against manifests, weights, and service logs; flag discrepancies and route for resolution.
Create and track purchase orders (POs) for vendor services and operational materials, ensuring all activity aligns with the approved budget.
Investigate and resolve operational issues and guest concerns related to waste handling and station placement.
Create and maintain a sustainability database that organizes daily/weekly volumes, weights, diversion rates, and pertinent Hawk’s use data.
Collect, analyze, report, and present data supporting sustainable solutions
Prepare regular progress reports and updates to senior management.
Contribute to the development of campaigns that advertise and market Hawk’s sustainability practices.
Regularly research, brainstorm, and recommend sustainable solutions, independently and collaboratively, including developing technologies.