Sustainability and Environmental Safety Officer

Chaffey College

Salary: $8,588.00 Monthly

Job Type: Management-Classified

Job Number: 24-25/00012

Location: Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Department: Administrative Services and Emergency Operations

Closing: 8/31/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

Position Description

Situated on the ancestral homeland of the Tongva Peoples, Chaffey College is one of the oldest community colleges in California and serves a variety of communities, workforce partners, and students. While other community colleges are often named after their geographic area, Chaffey College is named after local innovator, George Chaffey, who, among other things, implemented street lights in the city of Ontario. Like its namesake, we are known for an innovative culture, dynamic environment, and future-mindedness. We remain closely tied to our community and are seeking leaders who will join us in our quest to provide responsive and supportive programming to engage and improve the communities we serve. The entire campus community aspires to consistently fulfill the vision that Chaffey College “improves lives through education.”

Chaffey College celebrates the diverse communities we serve. As a federally recognized Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) Chaffey's student population includes over 62% identifying as Latinx, 17% White, 8% African-American/Black, 6% Asian, and smaller percentages of Filipino (2.8%), Native American (0.40%), Pacific Islander (0.30%), or decline to state (2.82%). Furthermore, 40% of our students are first-generation college students, and approximately 62% of students are eligible for some form of financial aid. The current student population identifies as 62% female and 36% male with smaller percentages who either decline to state or identify as non-binary. Approximately 5% of Chaffey's students utilize Disabled Programs and Services for support. To support the diverse needs of these populations and their intersections, the College has developed a variety of robust equity-driven efforts in and out of the classroom including the Center for Culture and Social Justice, Panther Care, Turning Point, Success Centers, GPS Centers, and BLOOM training.

Under the direction of the Associate Superintendent, Administrative Services and Emergency Operations, the Sustainability and Environmental Safety Officer will work with various departments to integrate sustainable practices into all aspects of the organization's operations to ensure Chaffey College's commitment to a coordinated institutional sustainability effort as established by resolution and specific initiatives related to sustainability goals, environmental policies, environmental risk assessment, regulatory compliance, energy and water conservation, recycling, waste and hazardous material management, and laboratory safety monitoring, audits and reporting.

Responsibilities

Essential responsibilities and assignments include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Serve as the internal expert and consultant in areas related to sustainability and environmental safety and control.

• Prepare and submit environmental performance and metrics data and reports to regulatory agencies as required.

• Oversee the recycling program operation.

• Oversee solar generation reporting and electric vehicle charging programs.

• Develop a rubric of best sustainability practices for assessment and ongoing evaluation.

• Collaborate with the college community to develop and implement approved sustainability projects.

• Identify opportunities to improve energy savings and implement energy-saving technologies to improve efficiencies and promote conservation practices.

• Conduct a sustainability audit, conduct ongoing and annual program assessment, compile data, prepare sustainability indicator reports, and disseminate outcomes, current efforts, and future focus areas for reducing environmental, social, and economic impacts.

• Conduct routine laboratory inspections and health and safety program audits.

• Develop, implement and maintain a hazardous waste management program.

• Develop and maintain program manuals and policies.

• Market, present, and promote sustainability work.

• Identify desirable sustainability initiatives and assess their cost effectiveness and feasibility while focusing efforts on the goals and objectives of college sustainability initiatives.

• Develop, plan, coordinate and implement programs, initiatives and resources by working with the GEM Committee and appropriate administrators to promote awareness and visibility. Encourage all faculty, students and staff to participate in environmental programs and practices.

• Participate as a member of the stakeholder group during design and planning of new construction and renovation of facilities.

• Facilitate awareness of legal, liability, and safety issues.

• Identify and pursue grant funding, rebate programs, or other savings programs, as appropriate.

• Oversee compliance with the OSHA mandated Hazard Communication and Laboratory Standards.

• Assist with health and safety investigations and take corrective action in a timely manner.

• Coordinate, develop and perform training for faculty and staff.

• Grant coordination with partner cities and agencies.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's degree and work experience in a related field.

• Three (3) years of experience performing environmental and safety audits and mandated county, state, and federal reporting.

• Knowledge of:

• Mandated county, state, and federal environmental/sustainability regulations, compliance and reporting.

• Hazardous waste permit requirements.

• Fume hood certification requirements.

• Related safety precautions.

• Ability to:

• Interpret modeling information for regulatory and compliance reporting.

• Meet rigorous state and federal sustainability and energy reporting mandates and deadlines.

• Maintain required competency related to environmental laws and regulations that may impact

• the organization.

• Demonstrated skill in:

• Creating submittals for all required state and federal compliance reports.

• Working collaboratively with various departments to integrate sustainable practices into the organization's operation.

• Conducting regular environmental audits and safety inspections at multiple sites.

• Hazardous Waste management protocols and processes.

• Demonstrated evidence of sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds in a community college environment.

Additional Information

SPECIAL CONDITIONSPositions in this classification may be required to work varied hours according to need.CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENTThis is a full-time, 12-month position; Level III, Range 12 of the Management Personnel Plan with starting salary of Step A, $8,588/month. Effective date of employment will be as soon as a successful candidate is selected and a mutually agreed upon date is determined. Excellent benefits include: health care, dental program, and vision services for employees and eligible dependents; and retirement coverage through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).Being able and ready to work onsite at a Chaffey facility or location is an essential function of this job. Being able and ready to work in-person with Chaffey students, Chaffey employees, or other members of the Chaffey community/Chaffey partners/Chaffey contractors is an essential function of this job. APPLICATION PROCESSChaffey College recently utilizes online electronic application system. Our application can be accessed at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/chaffey. The application must be completely filled out in detail and clearly show that you meet the qualifications as set forth in the announcement, and you must upload the following documents:Please do not include any additional documents; only the documents that are indicated below. If you upload documents that are not required, your application may be disqualified. Please do not submit letters of recommendation or documents that contain your photograph.

• Cover Letter

• Resume

• Copy of Transcripts (Transcripts must indicate degree earned/conferred photocopies or computer printouts are acceptable. Transcripts of all degrees applicable to meeting the minimum qualifications for this position must be included. Copies of diplomas/degrees are NOT acceptable in lieu of transcripts. International transcripts must be transcribed and evaluated in English by a bona fide evaluation service. Official sealed transcripts will be required upon hire.)

Educational requirements must be met on or before the closing date. Completed application and related materials must be submitted no later than the application deadline indicated at the top of this announcement. Failure to submit all required application materials may result in the applicant not being considered for the position.

Submission of application and related materials is the applicant's responsibility. The District reserves the right to re-advertise the position or to delay indefinitely the employment of a person for a position if it is deemed that applicants for the position do not constitute an adequate applicant pool. Applicants should promptly notify the Office of Human Resources of any change of address and/or phone number. All application materials are subject to investigation and verification. False statements will be cause for disqualification or discharge from employment.The Selection ProcessA screening committee will conduct all minimum qualification appraisals as set forth on the announcement and reserves the right to limit the number of interviews granted. Meeting the minimum qualifications for a position does not assure the applicant an interview. Applicants selected for an interview will be notified of the time and place of the interview. Interviews are held on the Chaffey College campus and are conducted by an Interview Committee. Additional interviews may be required. Reasonable accommodations are provided to persons with disabilities. Should you feel you have any need for accommodation due to a disability, please indicate this request on your application or contact the Office of Human Resources. Travel costs related to an interview will be borne by the applicant.About the CollegeThe CollegeEstablished in 1883, Chaffey College is one of California's first colleges. Nestled in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, Chaffey's Rancho Cucamonga, Fontana and Chino campus locations serve students from throughout the Inland Empire. A fully accredited two-year institution by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Chaffey College offers associate degrees and vocational and transfer programs in a wide variety of subjects. Most recently named one of the Top 10 community colleges in the nation by the Aspen Institute; Chaffey College remains committed to its mission of improving the lives of its students, faculty, and staff through education.DistrictServing throughout the diverse Inland Empire, Chaffey College provides services to the cities of Chino, Chino Hills, Fontana, Montclair, Ontario, Rancho Cucamonga, and Upland, reaching a population of more than 830,000. The District also recruits from some of the area's top high schools, accepting students from four surrounding districts; Chaffey Joint Union High School, Chino Unified School District, Fontana Unified School District, and the Upland Unified School District.CurriculaWhether the goal is to transfer to a four-year institution or enter the workforce better prepared, Chaffey College provides its students with the opportunity to take a variety of applicable courses. From taking lower division and general education classes to learning career-technical skills, the college provides its students with the tools needed to succeed during their time at Chaffey and beyond.

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