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Sustainability Facilitator

MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS CLASS DESCRIPTION
OFFICIAL TITLE: Sustainability Specialist CODE: 6156 SQ/OQ: Optimal Qualified
WORKING TITLE: Sustainability Facilitator GRADE: 21 MONTHS: 12
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF CLASSIFICATION: Under direction, performs specialized and responsible work involving system-wide efforts to mitigate climate change impacts and increase systemwide environmental sustainability awareness and action, in support of Board Policy, ECA, Sustainability. Works directly with schools and offices by building relationships that promote culture change in schools and offices to increase student and staff engagement and active participation in programs, including: reducing energy and water use, minimizing solid waste generation, and increasing other local and systemwide conservation and resiliency programs. Projects include supporting the formation of local school-based teams to pursue and maintain Maryland Green Schools certification and other projects that demonstrate responsible use of natural resources and greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction. The sustainability specialist conducts site visits, leads programs, makes presentations, collects and analyzes data, and reviews building utility, energy and other data, and shares the data in support of continuous improvement.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION STANDARDS
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of basic operation of heating, cooling, ventilation and water systems; facilities operations and maintenance; energy optimization, and operational conservation strategies suitable for K-12 buildings; waste reduction strategies including recycling, composting, and food recovery programs; Maryland Green Schools (MDGS) certification program; implementing successful and effective programs at various school levels; current and emerging trends in green building technologies and climate change mitigation strategies. Knowledge of and the ability to meet the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS). Skilled in basic project management and leadership skills; composing letters, memos, and emails and providing basic assistance that motivate, encourage appropriate behaviors, recruit, and support schools in conservation and waste reduction strategies, and MDGS certification. Skilled in developing presentations and printed materials using Power Point, Google Slides, or other platforms that are appropriate for specific audiences and conduct presentations to various audiences; using computer software and vendors' customized web-based platforms to monitor waste and energy use; and analyzing data, troubleshooting and resolving hurdles that prevent individual schools from achieving success. Ability to work in a high-visibility, fast-paced environment; engage students and staff in schools to implement comprehensive school-based sustainability programs; review Building Automation Systems and real-time interfaces to analyze data and detect waste, such as interfaces to determine space temperatures or systems to verify schedules and equipment status; and learn and use various new software programs (i.e. Asset Essentials to create and research work requests). Ability to engage with various levels of staff and students across integrated 'green programs' enhancing operations, promoting existing curriculum, supporting systemwide sustainability efforts and contribute to team developing new projects that meet overall systemwide goals; plan grade-level appropriate activities, that meet the scope and constraints of the requestor and promote the division¿s programs; and meet the needs of a diverse student population in a public education environment across grades K through 12 by equitably supporting schools and providing resources.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE: High School or GED diploma required with considerable experience in conservation or sustainability programs. Bachelor's degree preferred, with coursework focusing on environmental areas, including climate change, sustainability, GHG reduction, or equivalent professional experience with a strong focus on data analysis and energy use reduction. Experience promoting conservation programs (i.e. energy and natural resources, resiliency, minimizing human impact & waste reduction), green building features, and other related practices. Experience in marketing, building relationships and developing standard practices to encourage participation is required. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience that provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.
CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: Class C Maryland Driver¿s License or equivalent.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: (Special requirements such as lifting heavy objects and frequent climbing.) Requires walking or standing for long periods; lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds; climbing stairs, bending, reaching, holding, grasping, and turning objects; and ability to operate the computer. Must be able to climb ladders and scaffolding.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: (Frequent overtime or night work required, etc.) Frequent evening and occasional weekend work is required.
OVERTIME ELIGIBLE: No

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Engages with and assists administrators, school staff and students in forming and continuing school-based teams that advance local environmental sustainability and maintain the focus on the importance of mitigating climate change.
2. Responsible for coordinating with a specific a set of schools and offices to implement, support and promote their sustainability, resource conservation, composting, food recovery, recycling, and other waste reduction programs.
3. Coordinates with various student bodies (i.e. Student Climate Action Council and Ambassadors) to develop their leadership skills and increase overall systemwide engagement in meeting GHG reduction and other systemwide sustainability goals.
4. Assists with and supports Maryland Green School certification and re-certification applications, providing information and tools to increase overall systemwide participation and retention.
5. Conducts training, facilitates meetings, develops presentations, and represents the Division of Sustainability and Compliance (DSC) at various venues including presentations to internal and external stakeholders.
6. Monitors building automation and utility consumption systems, after hours scheduling/use, and conducts energy audits and surveys to recommend other conservation measures and practices
7. Conducts various outreach, promote various contests, educational events and activities at schools (i.e. school yard clean-up and beautification projects).
8. Participates in school-based sustainability team meetings during and after school hours.
9. Conducts scheduled and unscheduled school visits to assess facilities for performance improvement, collect data, promote contests and activities, and reinforce behavior components of program expectations.
10. Analyzes energy, recycling, food recovery, and waste data for improvement opportunities and performance.
11. Works with various MCPS offices, departments, and divisions to increase sustainability, energy efficiency, and recycling rates system-wide.
12. Maintains positive relationships and customer-service-focused attitude when visiting schools to engage teams of administrators, students, staff, and building service managers for successful execution of DSC mission and objectives.
13. Supports MCPS strategies to meet green building requirements. Implements strategic plans of the DSC and the Office of Facilities Management, including integrated information systems, web-based products, and alignment with energy management activities.
14. Performs related work as required.
Class Established: 9/2024
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This description may be changed at any time.