Sustainability Analyst – Sylvania CampusPortland Community College
Requisition Number: 08820
Location: Sylvania Campus
Address: 12000 SW 49th Avenue, Portland, OR
Hours of Work: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday – Friday
Position Status: Academic Professional; Salary Level 3, Fulltime, Exempt
Starting Salary Range: $42,429/yr to $73,568/yr. Initial salary placement will normally be at Step 1. Advanced initial salary placement for directly relevant professional, business or industrial experience may be applied fo
Job Close Date: Apply Immediately; This position will close once sufficient qualified applications have been received.
Job Summary:
Portland Community College is recruiting for an enthusiastic, analytically-minded individual to join the college’s district sustainability team and advance the department’s important work. Under the direction of the Sustainability Manager, the Sustainability Analyst collects data and performs statistical analysis of sustainability indicators for current programs to determine their effectiveness and progress toward stated objectives. The position supports department leadership in researching new and proposed programs, projecting sustainability outcomes and determining overall program feasibility. The Sustainability Analyst reports results to varied audiences and represents the college and program at events, conferences and meetings. This position also assists the Sustainability Manager with a variety of district-wide projects and programs and plays a leadership role in implementing future initiatives in line with the college’s Climate Action Plan and Strategic Plan.
Responsibilities/Duties:
- Performs statistical analysis of PCC’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions levels and other sustainable indicators. Researches, analyzes and collects data from a variety of sources internal and external to the college. May engage PCC students to assist with the data collection process.
- Writes reports describing findings, recommendations and overall environmental impacts. Identifies areas for improvement, develops recommendations for follow-up action and researches potential resources. Presents information to internal and external audiences.
- Conducts studies and evaluates how the overall behaviors of the PCC community effect GHG emissions including studying how goods and services are purchased and transportation methods students and staff utilize to arrive at campus. Evaluates and monitors GHG emission levels and develops action plans to reduce these levels.
- Maintains and tracks various sustainability indicators, such as GHG emissions and Sustainability Tracking and Assessment Rating System (STARS), to ensure PCC’s commitment to sustainability. Assess GHG emissions of PCC waste streams and assists with the development and implementation of emissions monitoring and reduction plans.
- Develops data collection methodologies and reporting processes of all GHG emissions and STARS data. Designs, manages and updates data catalogues for GHG emissions and STARS inventory information.
- Creates and maintains tracking of waste collection and water bill usage data. Assists with the development of a district-wide water conservation plan, in line with PCC’s Climate Action Plan and the college’s commitment to the American Colleges and Universities Presidents Climate Commitment (ACUPCC).
- Assists with the development of a comprehensive, district-wide composting and recycling system under the umbrella of one waste hauler. Assists with managing a district-wide waste hauling contract.
- Supports outreach efforts to internal and external stakeholders regarding general sustainability information including waste reduction, GHG reduction and overall sustainability progress. May represent PCC at local and regional events and serve on sustainable committees within the College.
- Leads PCC’s recycling programs for the district. Meets with departments to determine the bins and signage needed. Works with student leaders in evaluating and implementing proposed programs.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
The education and/or work history sections of your online application form must demonstrate that you meet all of the following Minimum Qualifications. The information on the resume/cover letter will not substitute for the completed application.
- Bachelor’s degree in an area of Sustainability, Environmental Science, Mathematics, Engineering or related field (relevant experience may substitute for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis).
- Demonstrated related professional experience in conducting research, performing statistical analysis, and evaluating environmental issues.