Manager, Sustainability

4 months ago

Toronto, Canada George Brown College Full time

Competition Number: REQ 6239

TITLE:  Manager, Sustainability & Compliance

DIVISION:  Facilities & Sustainability

SALARY:  Payband 10, $83,442 to$104,303

LOCATION:  200 King

STATUS:  Full Time Admin

EFFECTIVE DATE:  September 2024

CLOSING DATE: Open until filled.

LandAcknowledgement

George Brown College is located on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and other Indigenous peoples who have lived here over time. We are grateful to share this land as treaty people who learn, work, and live in the community with each other.

Equity Statement

George Brown College is committed to creating and sustaining an equitable and inclusive learning and working encourage and actively seek applications from Indigenous, Black, racialized people, visible minorities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, all genders, and persons with disabilities.

GBC Vision

To be a college renowned for its inclusion, excellence, relevance, impact, and leadership.

PositionDescription:

Under the direction of the Director, Sustainability, the Manager,Sustainability and Compliance is responsible for the development andimplementation of sustainability and environmental compliance programs andinitiatives to support George Brown’s vision 2030 and strategy 2026 mandates.The incumbent collaborates with administration, faculty, students, externalcommunity partners, consultants, and vendor partners to embed and support aculture of sustainability across all aspects of the college including itsoperations, academic mission, and community engagement activities.

Key Responsibilities:

Supports development and implementation of the institution’s Sustainability Plan which will align with GBC’s Vision 2030 and 2026 Strategy which recognizes environmental sustainability as a strategic priority.
Supports identification of opportunities to engage the campus community in deepening its commitment and embedding of sustainability into all campus areas and functions with a foundation of equity, diversity, inclusion, and Indigeneity.
Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to develop and implement sustainability programs and initiatives.
Manages the development of appropriate tools and resources to support the GBC community to adopt and embed sustainability best practices into their work.
Collaborates with the capital projects teams on capital related new and current campus sustainability projects.
Collaborates with departments and faculties to embed sustainability into campus operations and processes (, procurement, recruitment, orientation, student success, equity diversity inclusion and indigeneity, college committees, marketing, etc.).
Manages internal and external sustainability benchmarking, reporting and communications including Sustainability progress reporting for various audiences, government reporting requirements, workshop development, award, grant, and conference submissions.
Researches, evaluates, and recommends new sustainability best practices, tools, innovations and emerging trends from peer institutions and industry on a local and international scale.
Supports in the development of capital and operational budget plans including long range planning and accurate forecasting of annual expenditures.
Delivers programs, independently and through partnerships with internal and external stakeholders that will be deemed material and important to the college.
Supports the development of standards, policies, and procedures for all institutional sustainability initiatives by engaging diverse stakeholders (, sustainable procurement, waste management, sustainable transportation etc.).
Represents GBC at provincial and national level in post-secondary sustainability organizations (, AASHE, OCUSP, etc.).
Oversees planning and implementation of sustainability events and communications and be accountable for program outcomes to further campus sustainability culture and awareness.
Oversees management of the College sustainability website and social media communication.
Engages with academic divisions to support opportunities for students in any program to participate in sustainability related experiences by contributing towards initiatives within the sustainability plan.
Supports and collaborates with faculty as they develop frameworks, tools, and processes to incorporate sustainable learning outcomes within programs and courses.
Hires, manages, and coaches staff, interns and work study students working with the Office of Sustainability (, plan work schedules, approve timesheets, assign, and supervise work performed, provide guidance, evaluate performance, provide professional development opportunities, etc.). 
Keeps abreast of and evaluates applicability and impact of regulation and proposed bills to institutional operations and provides recommendations for the best course of action.
Manages response to Federal, Provincial and Municipal government regulations and reporting requirements related to sustainability (, waste reduction and reporting).
Other related dutiesas assigned.

Educationaland Experience Requirements:

Minimum four-year degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in relevant field of study (, Sustainability, Sustainable Development, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Environmental Management, Community Psychology).
Master’s degree would be considered an asset.
Project Management Professional (PMP), Scrum Master, Agile project management, WELL AP, LEED Certification (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) and/or other relevant designation is an asset.
Minimum five (5) years’ progressively responsible management experience in developing sustainability and community engagement initiatives and maintaining environmental compliance programs in large institutions (experience in the post-secondary, hospitality, culinary, waste management and construction industry is an asset).
Experience leading cross-functional projects, process improvements and change management.
Experience leading in a unionized environment is an asset.
Experience collaborating with teams leading anti-racism, equity, diversity, inclusion, and indigenous initiatives.
Experience with contract review and management, as well as budget planning and management.
Familiarity with corporate and academic sustainability reporting frameworks, , Association for Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE), Sustainability Tracking and Rating System (STARS), Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), Integrated reporting (IR), UN Sustainable Development Goals Implementation framework, and UNEP’s sustainable university framework.

Skills and Attributes:

Demonstrated skills/training in sustainability, environmental compliance management, project management, partnership development, communications, and behaviour change.
Excellent analytical and research skills.
Ability to synthesize diverse research and outreach initiatives into succinct communication for various audiences.
Demonstrated ability to provide sound guidance and advice to all levels of management.
Proven track record for project planning, implementation, and management.
Solid written and oral communications skills, especially with regards to effective presentation preparation and report writing, and public speaking.
Ability to educate and persuade people regarding sustainability issues.
Demonstrated skills in team building and people management, including leadership and conflict resolution.
Able to travel between campuses, and externally for events and meetings.
Excellent customer service, collaboration, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated commitment to uphold the College’s priorities on diversity and equity.

Interview process may consist of a practical skills component.

Notes:

The College requires proof of degrees, credentials, or equivalencies from accredited regional or federal post-secondary institutions and/or their international equivalents. Credentials may require validation at the time of interviews or offer.

About Us:

prides itself on educating students through real-world learning, in the heart of Toronto. Our faculty and employees make this vision a reality, and we support them by making George Brown a . See why we are consistently ranked as one of .

George Brown College offers hybrid work opportunities, a competitive pension plan, generous holiday and vacation time, a tuition assistance program, discounted rates for employees taking Continuing Education courses, and an equitable work environment where everyone matters.

George Brown College is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

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