Division/College: Campus Planning & Development

Location: Boston Main Campus

Full-time/Part-time: Full Time

Responsibilities:

Campus Planning and Facilities are jointly responsible for making the Northeastern campuses embody the best principles of sustainability and resilience. To this end, Campus Planning is seeking to add a member to the planning team to lead the campus policies and programs by creating a strategic framework, a communication plan and innovative partnerships that build on the research and resources in our community and beyond.

The goal is to establish a hub for sustainability and resilience that accompanies the academic expertise of Northeastern faculty and the interest and enthusiasm of the student body. Northeastern has a strong reputation for research and teaching in the areas of sustainability and resilience as well as progress in management of energy and facilities that support the teaching and research. While the offerings for research and courses on these topics have increased, our students regularly request stronger evidence of sustainable and resilient policies and practice in our management of resources across campus. The creation of this Senior Planner position can fulfill the aspirations of our carbon reduction commitment and exceed the expectations of our students for the environment we manage on their behalf. By creating a planning position dedicated to sustainability and resilience, the university seeks to optimize the good efforts of faculty, staff and students across the campus.

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree required in Urban/Environmental Planning, Environmental Engineering, or Public Policy with substantial coursework related to sustainability. Masters Degree preferred. 7 to 10 years experience including work with diverse groups, budget trade-offs, policy development and communication consistent with the goals of the Job Summary. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Candidates should be able to work independently, use graphic tools to present information and apply creativity to meeting the challenges of the job. The job requires an understanding of complex data and multiple constituent interests.

Additional Information:
Criminal Background check is required

To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: Careers@Northeastern

Northeastern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Educational Institution and Employer, Title IX University. Northeastern University particularly welcomes applications from minorities, women and persons with disabilities. Northeastern University is an E-Verify Employer.