Sustainability Analyst jobs in Hawaii

Title:  Executive/Managerial Position Description Director of The Institute of Sustainability and Resilience

1. Provide leadership, expertise and direction in developing and implementing overarching strategies, procedures and practices to advance ISR and its initiatives; set direction in alignment with UHM and UH system strategic priorities and plans, and BOR and University policies.
2. Monitor, facilitate, enhance, and promote sustainability and resilience in all aspects of UHM initiatives including teaching, research, service and administration.
3. Work with deans and directors to garner and collaboratively support academic and research partnerships. Work with dean’s designee and lead campus efforts to support faculty development of interdisciplinary sustainability and resilience-focused curricular opportunities and degree programs consistent with campus commitments to sustainability-focused pedagogy and practices.

1. Provide effective leadership and management of the day-to-day operations, ensuring efficient utilization of resources, support to faculty and staff, and adherence to budgetary guidelines; responsible for all aspects of the administrative operations including budget, fiscal, human resources, planning, space and other decisions and matters.
2. Evaluate and implement policies, procedures, and systems to enhance the ISR’s effectiveness and efficiency.

1. Coordinate and lead efforts to expand ISR funding for both program development and research, working with the UH Foundation and other agencies as appropriate; oversee and facilitate grant submission and execution.
2. Lead fundraising efforts to secure external funding and philanthropic support, diversify revenue streams, and develop strategic partnerships with industry, government agencies, and private foundations that will further advance the provision of programs and services in the long-term.
3. Lead the measurement and reporting of UHM’s institutional learning objective (ILO) of “stewardship of the natural environment” in collaboration with Manoa Institutional Research Office (MIRO); lead cross-campus coordination in regards to assessment, tracking of student learning objectives and student enrollment across sustainability courses, as well expand programmatic access for students to engage with the ILO.

1. Lead and promote the engagement and collaboration with the community, industry, and state, federal, and international government agencies to address sustainability/resilience challenges and contribute to community well-being in Hawaii and beyond.
2. Establish collaborative initiatives with university and industry leaders that leverage ISR's expertise to address and improve state and university goals.
3. Represent the ISR in academic, professional, and public forums, acting as a spokesperson for ISR's mission, achievements, and contributions to sustainability and resilience, and to government, legislative, higher education, industry, private and other relevant executives, and organizations.
4. Represent UHM to the UH System Sustainability Curriculum Coordination Council, and help with related administrative matters as it relates to transfer students and articulation. Engage and coordinate with the UH System Office of Sustainability and relevant system Vice Presidents to co-develop the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE) Sustainability Tracking and Rating System (STARS) report and lead submission for UHM’s campus.
5. Advocate for ISR's interests and funding needs at the university, state, and national levels.
6. Convene researchers, industry professionals, and government leaders to assess, collaborate, and respond to emerging and ongoing challenges in Hawaii as it relates to sustainability and resilience.
7. Develop and implement communication and coordination activities of ISR, to parties external to UHM (local, national, international), current and incoming students, to sustainability and resilience-focused faculty, UHM and UH System leadership.
8. Performs other related duties as required.

1. An advanced degree in a discipline relevant to sustainability and/or resilience-focused topics from an accredited institution or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
2. Attained the rank of Associate Professor.
3. Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in a leadership role within a higher education academic or research institution, or comparable professional experience and track record
4. Record of distinguished research and scholarship, demonstrated by publications and/or professional activity and achievement
5. Record of excellent service and outreach, and demonstrated understanding of building curriculum.
6. Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of sustainability and/or resilience-focused discipline in support of academic, research and community systems, programs and services.
7. Demonstrated knowledge of current strategies and best practices and proven record of developing and executing cross-disciplinary strategic plans, setting ambitious goals and objectives to drive organizational growth and impact, and executing systems and programs that achieve mission and goals.
8. Demonstrated record of successfully implementing change.
9. Successful administrative and budget management and execution skills.
10. Demonstrated fundraising and resource development experience and results, including a record of securing external grants and donations for program development or research activities
11. Demonstrated, effective analytical and communication skills and track record, with the ability to engage effectively with the full range of diverse stakeholders and constituencies, build and foster collaborative partnerships, and execute with a high level of achievement.
12. Demonstrated commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of the operations and activities. Ability to function successfully in an indigenous, multi-ethnic and multi-cultural environment
13. Demonstrated knowledge of, and experience working with related agencies including sustainability and resilience-relevant government agencies.
14. Demonstrated commitment to collaborative processes.

1. Earned doctoral degree.
2. Knowledge of UH Strategic Plan and applicable University of Hawaii   policies and procedures, and respective bargaining agreements.
3. Knowledge of the Hawaii State Legislature, various state boards and commissions, and industry partners pertaining to areas contained herein.
4. Knowledge of Hawaiian and Pacific Island history, culture and values.
5. Achieved rank of tenured, full professor.

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