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Program Manager, SERT

MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS CLASS DESCRIPTION
OFFICIAL TITLE: SERT Program Manager CODE: 0768 SQ/OQ: Not Applicable
WORKING TITLE: Program Manager, SERT GRADE: K MONTHS: 12
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF CLASSIFICATION: Under direction, coordinates, and provides leadership for system-wide conservation and recycling programs that build the capacity of school communities to participate and achieve conservation goals through the School Energy and Recycling Team Program; oversees, proposes, and develops specialized and innovative strategies promoting the conservation of resources including system-wide recycling. Coordinator develops strategic plan and implementation of strategic initiatives for the development of the SERT Program standards, expectations, and measures for assessment; supervises, leads, and evaluates a team of specialists, resource conservation assistants, and recycling staff who conduct conservation visits, extend outreach, analyze data, coordinate special events, and perform inspections to recommend corrective and strategic actions; manages budgetary expenditures and develops award structures to maintain consistent services to schools and improve upon energy efficiency and recycling rates; and develops and administers plans for SERT processes, innovation, and continuous improvement. Coordinator collaborates with other offices, departments, and schools to provide direction in the planning and monitoring of the SERT Program. Analyzes energy and recycling data to guide direction of the program.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION STANDARDS
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Ability to communicate effective behavioral programs to reduce energy and water waste by staff, community users, teachers, and students and increase recycling rates; represent SERT in public forums including media and committees to share structure, successes, and strategies to build goodwill as a global leader in efficiency; lead and positively motivate teams and individuals to achieve program goals; supervise field staff and administrative support positions to increase performance and efficiency; create, test, develop and deploy new program concepts, initiatives, and approaches for reducing energy use and increasing recycling in the school system; collaborate with outside government offices, not-for-profits, and community organizations to further enhance and promote SERT. Knowledge of federal, state, municipal regulations and laws pursuant to recycling; basic energy- and water consuming equipment in schools, the relative magnitude of utility expense for various functions, and appropriate manual or automatic control measures; school system policy and procedures where applicable to the work, including procurement, curriculum, information sharing, facility management, and human resources. Knowledge of green building operations and maintenance measures. Ability to utilize EMS systems, CEO, energy software, ICB scheduling, to analyze the energy use in buildings and develop strategies to enhance efficiencies and develop processes to insure the continuous improvement of energy efficiency strategies; develop and manage SERT budget including incentive structure alignments as necessary to insure financial integrity and equity. Ability to implement grantor procedures, guidelines, preferences, and requirements and assure that MCPS applications are consistent with these criteria. Ability to oversee and provide direction and guidance to departments, divisions, administrators, supervisors, managers, employees, and students regarding SERT program initiatives. Excellent writing and communication skills. Ability to script and lead special events including SERT training events and award ceremonies. Needed leadership skills: Visionary -- visualizes final results and directs resources conservatively for the successful achievement of goals. Needed character traits: creativity, integrity, determination, enthusiasm, environmental stewardship, and resourcefulness. Demonstrated ability to supervise and evaluate staff and implement the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS). Knowledge and application of the six leadership standards that have been established for the Montgomery County Association of Administrators and Principals (MCAAP/MCBOA) Professional Growth System (PGS).
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred. Training or experience preferred in behavioral energy conservation programs and environmentally sustainable building practices. Practical experience in managing a government or business operation, and addressing government, business or professional organizations. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position are acceptable.
CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: Valid driver's license.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: (Special requirements such as lifting heavy objects and frequent climbing.) Ability to operate a computer terminal for long periods, walk through multiple schools in a day for inspections and occasionally move presentation material to school meetings.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: (Frequent overtime or night work required, etc.) Ability to occasionally work on a flexible schedule and travel to schools and County agencies and committee meetings as required.
OVERTIME ELIGIBLE: No

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.Leads system-wide SERT program providing utility cost avoidance of millions of dollars per year for the school system.
2.Meets with County officials, schools administrators, and serves on committees to report and promote the SERT program.
3.Prepares and delivers presentations to outside agencies on structure and success of program.
4.Designs and promotes formation of school-based energy and recycling teams (SERT) to mobilize schools towards energy and water conservation and recycling actions.
5.Oversees and develops annual reports due to County government.
6.Collaborates with outside agencies to insure compliance with regulations and laws.
7.Develops equitable/transparent award system for schools to encourage a culture of conservation and optimize return on investment.
8.Assesses needs of program and submit requests and plans for supporting infrastructure.
9. Prepares budget requests with spending plans and justifications as needs arise.
10.Oversees the enrollment, inspection and grading of all schools on SERT participation to determine financial awards.
11.Monitors school performance and prepares reports and presentations demonstrating effectiveness and cost avoidance.
12.Develops and manages process maps, timelines, business models, and training material and resources.
13.Proposes and develops information, policies, and procedures related to all facets of school energy and recycling.
14.Supervises, evaluates, and exercises annual payband evaluations where appropriate for SERT energy facilitators, administrative staff, and recycling staff.
15.Conducts site visits to schools needing improved conservation and recycling efforts to help organize and motivate SERT teams.
16.Oversee the development of materials, memos, programs to promote a culture of conservation and responsibility in the schools to reduce use of natural resources, energy and water.
17.Designs and oversees local energy, recycling, and environmental contests and activities and promote participation in state and national-level contests and activities by the schools.
18.Prepares a periodic newsletters and Bulletin articles to highlight school activities and achievements.
19.Develops and manage communication plan and processes for publicity of program internally and externally.
20.Develops the website for the team and oversee site updates and maintenance.
21.Provides and/or coordinates custom technical support to schools where requested, either directly or through team members.
22.Participates in MCPS Task Forces and/or Advisory Committees to further pursue green practices and compliance in the schools and with the County.
23.Collaborates with MCPS staff on curriculum development and the Instructional Management System (IMS), to bring into teacher resources and lesson plans an increased awareness of energy conservation and recycling and their impact on the environment.
24.Researches and collects existing instructional materials from outside energy and environmental organizations and assist review and adaptation for use in MCPS.
25.Collaborates with IMS staff to make the green curriculum widely available and used by teachers.
26.Establishes contacts with appropriate MCPS officials, county officials who may provide relevant information and focal points for media promotion of energy conservation and recycling efforts.
27.Monitors and reviews policies to ensure program compliance with MCPS policies and protocols, and reviews local legislative initiatives for potential program impacts.
28.Develops and implements strategic plans of the School Energy and Recycling Team and the Department, including integrated information systems, web-based products, and alignment with energy management activities.
29.Performs related work as required.
Class Established: 7 / 07
Date(s) Revised: 9/08, 5/10, 11/14
Last Reviewed:

This description may be changed at any time.