University of Mary Washington
PA-1: Sustainability Coordination
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
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Reporter |
Brenda
Togo Sustainability Coordinator Facilities Services |
1.1 Coordinating committee, officer, or office for sustainability
Narrative and/or website URL providing an overview of the institution’s sustainability committees:
https://sustainability.umw.edu/pcs/
Does the institution have one or more sustainability officers?:
Narrative and/or website URL providing an overview of the institution’s sustainability officers:
https://sustainability.umw.edu/#:~:text=The%20UMW%20Sustainability%20Office%20is,initiatives%2C%20systemic%20and%20behavioral%20change.
Does the institution have a sustainability office that includes more than one full-time equivalent employee?:
Description of each sustainability office:
The institution has one Sustainability Coordinator, who is responsible for leading and managing sustainability initiatives. This role includes developing and implementing sustainability programs, engaging students, staff, and faculty in sustainability efforts, overseeing sustainability reporting and compliance, and coordinating events and outreach efforts to promote environmental responsibility across the institution.
Full-time equivalent of people employed in the sustainability offices:
Is at least one of the institution’s sustainability committees, officers, or offices charged with coordinating various campus constituencies in the advancement of sustainability across the entire institution?:
Narrative outlining the activities and substantive accomplishments of the institution-wide coordinating body or officer during the previous three years:
Over the past three years, the Sustainability Coordinator has led key initiatives, including waste reduction programs, energy efficiency and efforts, they have engaged students, faculty, and staff through workshops and events, and fostered community partnerships. Additionally, they have expanded recycling programs, secured funding for projects, and promoted, driving institutional sustainability forward.
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Optional documentation
Additional documentation for this credit:
Job descriptions
Position Summary:
The Sustainability Coordinator is responsible for leading and managing the institution’s sustainability initiatives, fostering a culture of environmental responsibility, and coordinating sustainability efforts across campus. This role involves program development, stakeholder engagement, sustainability reporting, and policy implementation to advance the institution’s commitment to sustainability.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop, implement, and oversee sustainability programs, initiatives, and policies.
Collaborate with students, faculty, and staff to integrate sustainability into academics, operations, and campus life.
Lead sustainability reporting efforts, ensuring compliance with institutional and external sustainability frameworks.
Organize educational events, workshops, and campaigns to promote sustainability awareness and engagement.
Manage resource conservation efforts, including waste reduction, recycling, energy efficiency, and sustainable procurement.
Establish and maintain partnerships with external organizations and stakeholders to enhance sustainability initiatives.
Seek funding opportunities and grants to support sustainability projects.
Track and assess sustainability performance, providing recommendations for continuous improvement.
Copy of the job description for the institution’s sustainability officer (1st position):
Text of the job description for the institution’s sustainability officer (2nd position):
Copy of the job description for the institution’s sustainability officer (2nd position):
Text of the job description for the institution’s sustainability officer (3rd position):
Copy of the job description for the institution’s sustainability officer (3rd position):
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