Sustainability Program Director

Children's Hospital of Orange County

$95K — $156K *
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-10 years of experience in health care sustainability preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in sustainability, environmental science, or related field required
  • Master's degree in sustainability or related field preferred
  • Strong knowledge of sustainability strategies, life cycle assessment, and environmental compliance
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, comfortable with public speaking

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute a comprehensive sustainability program
  • Align sustainability goals with the organization's mission
  • Promote and monitor sustainability strategies across the organization
  • Engage staff at all levels in sustainability initiatives
  • Lead efforts to reduce ecological damage and enhance waste management

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional development and career advancement
  • Inclusive workplace culture that values diverse backgrounds
  • Engagement in nationally recognized sustainability practices
  • Access to innovative care initiatives for pediatric health
  • Commitment to environmental sustainability in health care
Full Job Description
Work Location
Orange, California

Work Shift
Day - 08hrs (United States of America)

Environmental Sustainability Statement

Driven by the connection between children's health and a healthy environment, we commit to creating a healthcare model that incorporates environmental sustainability aligned with our mission to protect children's health and patient safety.

Job Summary
The Sustainability Program Director is responsible for the development and execution of a comprehensive sustainability program that aligns with the overarching goals and mission of the organization and engages staff at all levels. This role helps position Rady Children's Orange County as a national leader in environmental sustainability with the goal of upholding national environmental sustainability standards and best practices. The Program Director is responsible for the development, implementation, promotion and monitoring of the environmental sustainability strategies and goals across the Rady Children Health Orange County. The Program Director leads the organizing in deploying environmental sustainability actions that lead to the reduction of ecological damage and promote long-standing sustainability practices through building efficiencies and managing waste. The environmental sustainability director acts in accordance with the policies and procedures and exemplifies the mission vision and values of Rady Children Health Orange County.

Pay Range
Minimum $95,098 Midpoint $126,006 Maximum $156,894

Rate of pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, education, as well as position requirements.

Experience
• Required: Five (5) years of experience in health care sustainability
• Preferred: Ten plus (10+) years of experience in health care sustainability

Education
• Required: Bachelor's degree in sustainability, environmental science, or a related field
• Preferred: Master's degree in sustainability, environmental science, or a related field

Training
• Required:
• Preferred:

Specialized Skills
• Required: Extensive knowledge of local regional and national emerging sustainable business strategies, life cycle assessment (LCA), ROI analysis and other key sustainability tools and techniques. Ability to analyze data, evaluate outcomes and recommend actions. Understand environmental health and safety guidelines, the US Green Building Councils Leadership in environmental design, the green guidelines for health care and basic environmental compliance healthcare. Knowledge of waste and inefficiencies common to the health care setting, primarily in the supply chain. Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills. Has excellent presentation, verbal, and written skills. Is comfortable with public speaking, training, and education.
• Preferred:

Licensure
• Required:
• Preferred: U.S. Green Building Council LEED Green Associate certification

Work Environments - Functional Demand:
Sedentary - Very light energy level Lift 10 lbs. box overhead. Lift and carry 15 lbs. Push/pull 20 lbs. cart.

Physical Activity Requirements:
Bending, Carry Objects, Climbing, Keyboard use/repetitive motion, Pinching/fine motor activities, Push/Pull, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Sitting, Squat/kneel/crawl (Squad & Knee), Standing, Talk or hear, Taste or smell, Twisting, Walking, Wrist position deviation

Physical Activity Lifting
Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Occasional 0-35%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Occasional 0-35%

Sensory Requirements:
Color Discrimination, Depth Perception, Far Vision, Hearing, Near Vision

Environment Requirements:
Airborn Communicable Disease, Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Dust Particular Matter, Extreme Noise Levels, Extreme Temperatures, Radiation, Uneven Surfaces or Elevations

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