OFFICE OF SUSTAINABILITY
Traditional 235 work days per year
FTE: 1.0
Salary Range: $72,137 - $86,564
**Please note: Applications will be received until April 9, 2024. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org.**
Essential Functions and Objectives:
Spearheads development and execution of District-wide programs of sustainability policy, environmental stewardship, energy conservation, and environmental literacy through the integration of education, research, facilities and operations. Assists in the development, articulation and implementation of the District's vision of sustainability and promotes this vision internally and externally.
- Manages the development, in collaboration with Career and College Success STEAM teams, of climate literacy within the classroom through curriculum development, internships, project-based learning opportunities, and career & technical pathways in support of the district's climate action plan.
- Collaborates across departments and with outside third parties to develop and implement economically justified sustainability projects, initiatives and campaigns; supports and helps organize departmental and school green teams and sustainability clubs to help drive behavioral changes to an overall culture of sustainability within the District.
- Develops, identifies and delivers professional development on sustainable behaviors and works with teachers to integrate sustainability education into curriculum; develops and/or identifies sustainability curriculum for teachers to use, creating a clearinghouse of resources for teachers with clear links to State and District education standards; and supports teachers and students as an expert in sustainability to help drive behavioral changes through education, experiences, competitions and more.
- Measures, tracks and disseminates progress towards District sustainability goals via data gathering and reporting; represents District in the local community and region as well as at regional and national sustainability meetings.
- Collaborates with third parties (e.g. businesses, city) to ensure the District is utilizing all support resources and energy and water efficiency incentives to drive sustainability initiatives, reduce resource consumption and drive down expenditures.
- Monitors energy and water use and works across departments to address problems in energy and water usage; makes recommendations regarding methods, behaviors and technologies to reduce waste, save energy, save money and reduce greenhouse gas emissions and increase environmental awareness among students, staff and the larger District community.
- Assists with the grant application process for projects related to sustainability and environmental instruction in classrooms, energy and water efficiency, vehicle electrification, renewable energy and others in support of sustainability initiatives.
- Works cross-functionally to create, implement and monitor environmentally and ethically responsible purchasing and reduce food waste and to disseminate information on sustainability best practices and opportunities.
- Collaboratively organizes annual sustainability and garden forum for the larger District community.
- Supports efforts to make sure that all District facility improvements, new construction and major renovations incorporate energy efficiency design principles, healthy building practices, sustainable materials.
Knowledge, Experience & Other Qualifications:
- Five (5) or more years of progressive experience with program development and management, preferably in sustainability or environmental sciences.
- Experience conducting trainings and professional development.
- Knowledge of program management best practices.
- Work style that yields high results when working independently or as part of a team.
- Ability to foster effective relationships with district staff, schools, and external partners.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to develop, plan, and implement short and long-range goals, establish priorities, and organize resources.
- Ability to multi-task without compromising integrity or fidelity.
- Effectively handles multiple demands and competing deadlines.
- Inspired, visionary who can foster/generate excitement, buy-in and understanding with colleagues and employees outside of the team.
- High degree of integrity in handling confidential information.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office/Google products including Word, Excel, Outlook, Google Docs. Google Sheets, Google Slides, Google Workspace.
Education Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Bachelor's in Sustainability, Communication, Project/Program Management, Business or related field preferred.
Additional Information:
- Work Year Calendars (including accrued time off): http://thecommons.dpsk12.org/Page/1129
- Benefits (including DPS contributions): http://thecommons.dpsk12.org/Page/1397
- Compensation Structures: http://thecommons.dpsk12.org/Page/244
- Employee must live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working for Denver Public Schools
About Denver Public Schools:
Denver Public Schools is committed to meeting the educational needs of every student with great schools in every neighborhood. Our goal is to provide every child in Denver with rigorous, enriching educational opportunities from preschool through high school graduation. DPS is comprised of nearly 200 schools including traditional, magnet, charter and alternative pathways schools, with an enrollment of more than 90,000 students.
DPS has become the fastest-growing school district in the country in terms of enrollment and the fastest-growing large school district in the state in terms of student academic growth. Learn more at dpsk12.org.
Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.