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    Associate Director, Environmental Innovations Initiative - Philadelphia, PA, United States - University of Pennsylvania

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    University Overview

    The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate, and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and a wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

    Posted Job Title

    Associate Director, Environmental Innovations Initiative

    Job Description Summary

    The Associate Director of the Environmental Innovations Initiative is responsible for enhancing the visibility of the Initiative and elevating Penn's collective impact related to climate, the environment, and sustainability. In particular, the Associate Director provides strategic direction and oversight of the office's communications, including its website, newsletters, social media, news, features, and other publications. The Associate Director also leads the creation and implementation of high-profile events on campus, in Philadelphia, and at national and global gatherings. Update and carry out a visibility strategy aimed at showcasing the climate, environment, and sustainability work being done throughout Penn, including managing a vibrant website with fresh content and resources, producing a regular newsletter with timely and useful updates, and creating engaging social media content to showcase the Initiative and other groups on campus. Lead the organization of high-profile events on campus, as well as at other local, national, and global gatherings. This includes serving as the administrative lead for Climate Week, which entails coordinating with schools and centers around campus to host 30+ events over five days. Acts as a member of the Initiative's leadership team, collaborating with the Director on day-to-day management of the Initiative as well key efforts, such as engaging the Penn community and leaders around climate and environmental scholarship, managing the internal and external advisory committees, and fundraising. Hires and oversees a team of students tasked with developing written and visual content for output through various channels. With the Director, manages a community of practice for representatives from peer universities to inspire knowledge transfer and collaboration. Bachelor's Degree and 5 to 7 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Master's Degree in a related field preferred.

    Application Requirement

    • Superior writing, communication, and interpersonal skills are required.
    • Strong time and project management skills are required.
    • Exceptional administrative, planning, and organizational skills are required.
    • Proficiency with website management, as well as various social media platforms required.
    • Event management experience is required.
    • Grant writing experience is a plus.
    • Experience with managing others considered.

    Job Location

    City, State: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Department/School: Provost Interdisciplinary Programs Pay Range: $51,824

    University Benefits

    Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars. Your spouse and dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.

    Retirement

    Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis.

    Long-Term Care Insurance

    In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community, or in a nursing facility.

    Wellness and Work-life Resources

    Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. We offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.

    Professional and Personal Development

    Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.

    University Resources

    As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University's libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There's always something going on at Penn, whether it's a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you're right in the middle of the excitement—and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.

    Discounts and Special Services

    From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.

    Flexible Work Hours

    Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve the use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.

    Adoption Assistance

    Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.



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