Senior Manager, Sustainability Operations
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Senior Manager, Sustainability Operations
Denver, CO, United States
Job Info
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Job Identification 72531
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Job Category Administration
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Posting Date 01/27/2025, 02:00 PM
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Locations Hilltop Service Center
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School Year Not Applicable
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Region Central
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ELA Designations Non Teaching/No Designation
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Schedule Full Time Year Round
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Work Schedule Name CP235
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FTE 1
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Department SO - Sustainability Operations
Job Description
** Applications will be received until February 10, 2025. 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. **
About this job:
Leads implementation of the District's climate action plan as it pertains to the built environment, transportation and resource management, with a focus on reducing the District's carbon footprint and maintaining our greenhouse gas inventory. Manages budgetary and operational aspects of the team that pertains to the built environment, transportation and resource management and develops and implements year-over-year strategies for the climate action plan with cross-division stakeholders. Supports the development of future climate action plan strategies and financial impact assessments within operations. Develops strong relationships with other team leaders, working closely with other teams to create and embed a culture of sustainability across the organization.
What DPS Offers You:
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A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Student Will Succeed.
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Salary Range $91,413 - $111,963. Click here for more information on compensation for these roles.
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In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement.
What You'll Do:
• Manages and directs operational sustainability department staff; responsible for talent acquisition, setting and leading performance expectations, supporting annual goal setting, providing meaningful feedback, and supporting professional development and growth
• Manages and coordinates building automation scheduling and optimization programs of all district sites in collaboration with the HVAC, Facility Operations and Operational Service teams; oversees the inspections, assessments, and modeling for operational efficiencies, occupancy comfort, and internal or external policy compliance
• Assists in efforts to increase use of renewable energy, energy conservation measures and energy acquisition strategies, including recommendations to team leadership on the purchase of fuel on the open market (i.e. transport gas)
• Works closely with the Planning, Design and Construction and Facility Management departments on projects like LED retrofits, renewable energy, heat pumps, waste to energy technologies, zero tailpipe fleet infrastructure, etc.
• Leads the electrification goals and other sustainability initiatives in the capital planning process for the team
• Coordinates and assists with commissioning and retro-commissioning of mechanical and electrical systems for existing buildings and identifies smart building technologies for renovations and new builds
• In collaboration with team members, develops business proposals for potential projects that would further the mission of sustainability in the District and achieves the goals in the climate action plan
• Oversees the budget, timeline, key performance indicators and outcomes of sustainability projects; maintains contracts, holds contractors accountable for deliverables and ensures proper documentation of projects (i.e. MOUs, purchase orders, change orders, architectural renderings, etc.)
• Identifies obstacles and takes a proactive approach to solutions in reaching the District’s climate action goals; ensures disproportionately affected communities are meaningfully engaged in the organization’s climate action work
What You’ll Need:
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High School Diploma or GED
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Bachelor's or relevant work experience
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Five (5) years of experience overseeing sustainability programs within facility management, including experience with preventive building automation systems and resource monitoring
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Minimum two (2) years of experience leading a team
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Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations
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Strong organizational and analytic skills and strong attention to detail
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Superior leadership, coaching and mentoring skills
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Ability to develop and interpret data and manage resources
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Ability to motivate and influence others
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Ability to effectively lead a team
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Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel and Outlook
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Ability to multi-task and juggle management of several high-priority projects in parallel
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High degree of integrity in handling confidential information
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Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, including the ability to lead a high-performing team
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Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
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Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
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Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.
Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.
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