Sustainability Program Director

CHOC•Orange, CA

2d•$95,098 - $156,894•Onsite

About The Position

The Sustainability Program Director is responsible for the development and execution of a comprehensive sustainability program that aligns with the overarching goals and mission of the organization and engages staff at all levels. This role helps position Rady Children’s Orange County as a national leader in environmental sustainability with the goal of upholding national environmental sustainability standards and best practices. The Program Director is responsible for the development, implementation, promotion and monitoring of the environmental sustainability strategies and goals across the Rady Children Health Orange County. The Program Director leads the organizing in deploying environmental sustainability actions that lead to the reduction of ecological damage and promote long-standing sustainability practices through building efficiencies and managing waste. The environmental sustainability director acts in accordance with the policies and procedures and exemplifies the mission vision and values of Rady Children Health Orange County.

Requirements

Five (5) years of experience in health care sustainability.
Bachelor’s degree in sustainability, environmental science, or a related field.
Extensive knowledge of local, regional, and national emerging sustainable business strategies, life cycle assessment (LCA), ROI analysis, and other key sustainability tools and techniques.
Ability to analyze data, evaluate outcomes, and recommend actions.
Understanding of environmental health and safety guidelines, the US Green Building Council's Leadership in Environmental Design (LEED), the Green Guidelines for Healthcare, and basic environmental compliance in healthcare.
Knowledge of waste and inefficiencies common to the health care setting, primarily in the supply chain.
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
Excellent presentation, verbal, and written skills.
Comfortable with public speaking, training, and education.

Nice To Haves

Ten plus (10+) years of experience in health care sustainability.
Master’s degree in sustainability, environmental science, or a related field.
U.S. Green Building Council LEED Green Associate certification.

Responsibilities

Development and execution of a comprehensive sustainability program.
Engaging staff at all levels in sustainability initiatives.
Positioning Rady Children’s Orange County as a national leader in environmental sustainability.
Upholding national environmental sustainability standards and best practices.
Development, implementation, promotion, and monitoring of environmental sustainability strategies and goals.
Leading the organization in deploying environmental sustainability actions to reduce ecological damage.
Promoting long-standing sustainability practices through building efficiencies and managing waste.
Acting in accordance with policies and procedures.
Exemplifying the mission, vision, and values of Rady Children Health Orange County.