Program Manager, Operations and Safety
Florida International University, Miami, FL, United States
About FIU
Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.
Job Summary
Manages the day-to-day operations and administration for the Office of Sustainability. Maintains confidentiality of all matters related and/or discussed. Assists Director of Sustainability and Physical Plant to compile information for budget requests for the new fiscal year. Obtains quotes and recommends programs and purchases to facilitate operations. Assists Director in project overview. Reviews and proposes new budget for the continuing operations of the Office of Sustainability.
Manages, plans and oversees the Sustainability crew and interns as well as community volunteers. Coordinates community events and leads education/recreation programs. Establishes processes to identify, train and recognize volunteer leaders to support all operations and meet the needs of our growing organization. Supervises the maintenance of files/records for all volunteers, in-kind donations and partnerships, special events/initiatives, their current status and provides reports as requested.
Creates and establishes processes and new procedures to follow in each area. Maintains and updates assignments for Sustainability team. Manages equipment accountability and maintenance of gardening tools. Coordinates procurement from suppliers, schedules deliveries and logistics, ensures quality of shipments for landscapes and special projects. Inspects landscape work to ensure it adheres to original plans as well as working with contractors as needed.
Manages ecological health of the Nature Preserve as well as other Green spaces on all FIU Campuses by developing and implementing maintenance schedules for tasks such as tree planting, tree pruning, trail maintenance, etc. Coordinates the arrangement of existing and proposed use of plants in areas like structures. Provides graphic representation and selection of appropriate materials, analyzes environmental conditions, access to water, drainage, exposure for future developmental areas.
Identifies and pursues external funding, including grants, rebate programs, or other savings programs for sustainability practices and projects relating to outreach and operations. Researches and develops new environmental sustainability programming ideas and identifies resources to expand existing sustainability programs, assists in the development of incentive, recognition and award programs. Creates, updates and maintains content for mobile application development, including overseeing the creation of maps and illustrations.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in an appropriate specialization with four (4) years of related experience, or Master's degree in an appropriate specialization with two (2) years related experience.
Desired Qualifications
Experience in ecological land management principles.
Job Category
Administrative
Advertised Salary
$50,000 - $57,000
Work Schedule
Begin time: 8:30 AM
End time: 5:00 PM
Pre-Employment Requirements
Criminal Background Check
Driver's License Check
Equal Opportunity
FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and affirmative action employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment decisions, programs, and events without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.
Job Summary
Manages the day-to-day operations and administration for the Office of Sustainability. Maintains confidentiality of all matters related and/or discussed. Assists Director of Sustainability and Physical Plant to compile information for budget requests for the new fiscal year. Obtains quotes and recommends programs and purchases to facilitate operations. Assists Director in project overview. Reviews and proposes new budget for the continuing operations of the Office of Sustainability.
Manages, plans and oversees the Sustainability crew and interns as well as community volunteers. Coordinates community events and leads education/recreation programs. Establishes processes to identify, train and recognize volunteer leaders to support all operations and meet the needs of our growing organization. Supervises the maintenance of files/records for all volunteers, in-kind donations and partnerships, special events/initiatives, their current status and provides reports as requested.
Creates and establishes processes and new procedures to follow in each area. Maintains and updates assignments for Sustainability team. Manages equipment accountability and maintenance of gardening tools. Coordinates procurement from suppliers, schedules deliveries and logistics, ensures quality of shipments for landscapes and special projects. Inspects landscape work to ensure it adheres to original plans as well as working with contractors as needed.
Manages ecological health of the Nature Preserve as well as other Green spaces on all FIU Campuses by developing and implementing maintenance schedules for tasks such as tree planting, tree pruning, trail maintenance, etc. Coordinates the arrangement of existing and proposed use of plants in areas like structures. Provides graphic representation and selection of appropriate materials, analyzes environmental conditions, access to water, drainage, exposure for future developmental areas.
Identifies and pursues external funding, including grants, rebate programs, or other savings programs for sustainability practices and projects relating to outreach and operations. Researches and develops new environmental sustainability programming ideas and identifies resources to expand existing sustainability programs, assists in the development of incentive, recognition and award programs. Creates, updates and maintains content for mobile application development, including overseeing the creation of maps and illustrations.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in an appropriate specialization with four (4) years of related experience, or Master's degree in an appropriate specialization with two (2) years related experience.
Desired Qualifications
Experience in ecological land management principles.
Job Category
Administrative
Advertised Salary
$50,000 - $57,000
Work Schedule
Begin time: 8:30 AM
End time: 5:00 PM
Pre-Employment Requirements
Criminal Background Check
Driver's License Check
Equal Opportunity
FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and affirmative action employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment decisions, programs, and events without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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