Number of Vacancies: 1

Area of Consideration: open to the public

Position Status: full-time, regular

Pay Plan, Series & Grade: Grade 7, Steps 1-7

Salary Range: $53,872.00-$66,350.00

Closing Date: open until filled

Location: Van Ness Campus, Washington, DC

Brief Description of Duties

The Project Specialist, Environmental & Public Health, of the College of Agriculture, Urban Sustainability and Environmental Sciences (CAUSES) of the University of the District of Columbia (UDC) reports directly to the Director of the Center for Sustainable Development and actively pursues grant-funding opportunities and develops, implements, and evaluates education, academic and certificate programs, and community education programs within the Center for Sustainable Development as part of CAUSES. The Project Specialist carries out day-to-day program related activities as well as strategic objectives and is committed to the continuous improvement of all programs related to environmental & public health and education, including, but not limited to: urban forestry, green infrastructure, beekeeping, water quality management and environmental quality. The Project Specialist carries out day-to-day activities in close collaboration with the Director of the Center for Sustainable Development and the Associate Dean of Programs to ensure alignment of all environmental and public health initiatives with the strategic objectives of CAUSES.  The incumbent must be a team player, work effectively and efficiently with diverse internal and external constituencies, perform all duties with a high degree of independence and initiative, communicate effectively, work well under pressure of deadlines and be familiar with (or familiarize themselves with) the rules, regulations, policies and procedures of CAUSES, UDC, and program sponsors.
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 
 
 

1. Works closely with the Director of the Center for Sustainable Development and the AD of Land-grant Programs to identify research and community education priorities environmental and public to meet the needs of DC residents, agencies, and the private sector.
2. Develops relevant and innovative research strategies and writes & successfully manages grant proposals associated with these strategies.
3. Devises workshop and certificate programs related to environmental and public quality.
4. Develop partnerships (and Memoranda of Understanding) based on providing mentoring and assistance to interested partners focused on business development in exchange for goods and services.
5. Fosters relationship with DC & Federal Government, public or private agencies regarding green job growth in DC.
6. Teaches one or more academic courses per semester in CAUSES or the equivalent in community education programs (Extension).
7. Identifies priorities public and environmental health that foster regional, national and international recognition.
8. Establishes a team approach to work that positions green business and social entrepreneurship initiatives as an integral part of the Center for Sustainable Development, Land-grant Programs, and CAUSES.
9. Designs, implements, and evaluates public and environmental health programs that are effective and outcomes-oriented and support the mission, reach and effectiveness of CAUSES and UDC.
10. Communicates program goals and desired outcomes as well as implementation procedures to the Director of the Center for Sustainable Development, the AD of Land-grant Programs, and CAUSES staff as needed.
11. Works with faculty and staff advance business development initiatives across the five land-grant centers of CAUSES.
12. Works with faculty and land-grant program staff to foster a collaborative environment conducive to excellence in research, outreach and teaching.
13. Coordinates the annual Plan-of-Work with the Director of the Center for Sustainable Development and the AD of Land-grant Programs as required by sponsoring agencies.
14. Represent the Director of the Center for Sustainable Development and the AD of Land-grant Programs in appropriate internal and external meetings as needed and maintains strong working relationships with internal and external constituencies.
15. Supervises Program Coordinators, Project Assistants, and student interns.

1. Works effectively and collaboratively with the Dean, Associate Deans, Academic Department Directors and Chairs in CAUSES to expand and solidify effective working relationships with external constituencies, program sponsors and potential partners.
2. Performs other duties as assigned including special assignments related to areas of responsibility as well as the needs of the college.

Required Qualifications
 

1. The incumbent is required to hold a minimum of a Master’s Degree (public health, sustainability and/or environmental fields and a M.Sc. preferred) appropriate to the programs within CAUSES, to the mission of the college and the responsibilities and duties outlined in this position description. Doctoral degree preferred; and
2. A minimum of four (4) years of experience in increasingly responsible for environmental and/or public health position.

1. A proven commitment to continuous improvement and to proactive, outcomes oriented work in meeting the responsibilities and duties outlined in the position description.
2. Demonstrated ability to develop, oversee, and assess effective programs.
3. Excellent writing and oral presentation skills.
4. Demonstrated ability to interact with a broad range of constituencies and stakeholders within CAUSES and UDC as well as outside of the college and the university.
5. Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and interests.
6. Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as under the pressure of deadlines in a goal-driven, fast paced environment.
7. Demonstrated ability to exercise judgment, take initiative and exhibit creativity in implementing all responsibilities.
8. Knowledge or ability to become familiar with the land-grant system, its mission, goals and objectives.
9. Knowledge or ability to become familiar with federal funding agencies and local, regional and national stakeholders.

Information to Applicant

Collective Bargaining Unit (Union): This position is not part of the collective bargaining unit.  

Employment Benefits
Selectee will be eligible for health and life insurance, annual (vacation) and sick leave and will be covered under the University of the District of Columbia' s retirement plan (TIAA-CREF).

Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to actual or perceived actual race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, marital status, personal appearance, genetic information, familial status, source of income, status as a victim of an intrafamily offense, place of residence or business,  or status as a covered veteran, as provided for and to the extent required by District and Federal statutes and regulations.

Notice of Non-Discrimination: In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Official Code, Section 2-1401.01 et. seq., (Act) the University of the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived actual race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, marital status, personal appearance, genetic information, familial status, source of income, status as a victim of an intrafamily offense, place of residence or business,  or status as a covered veteran, as provided for and to the extent required by District and Federal statutes and regulations. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination which is also prohibited by the Act.  In addition, harassment based on any of the above protected categories is prohibited by the Act.  Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated.  Violators will be subject to disciplinary action.

Veterans Preference:  Applicants claiming veterans preference must submit official proof at the time of application.

Residency Preference: The Residency Preference Amendment Act of 1988, D.C. Law 7-203, created a system in which provides that any applicant for employment in the Career or Educational Services who is a bona fide resident of the District of Columbia may claim a residency reference at the time of application. An applicant selected for an appointment based on District residency will be required to submit no less than eight (8) proofs of bona fide District residency. Bona fide District residency must be maintained from the date of appointment to the position for seven (7) consecutive years. Failure to maintain bona fide District residency for the (7) year period will result in forfeiture of employment.

Drug-Free Workplace: Pursuant to the requirements of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, the individual selected to fill this position will, as a condition of employment, be required to notify his/her immediate supervisor, in writing, not later than five (5) days after conviction of any criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace.

Background Investigation: Employment with the University of the District of Columbia is contingent upon a satisfactory background investigation.  The determination of a "satisfactory background investigation" is made at the sole discretion of the University of the District of Columbia.  The University may refuse to hire a finalist, rescind an offer of employment to a finalist or review and may terminate the employment of a current employee based on the results of a background investigation.

Disposition of Resume: Resumes received outside the area of consideration and/or after the closing date will not be given consideration. You must resubmit your resume to receive consideration for any subsequent advertised position vacancies. For the purpose of employment, resumes are not considered job applications. Therefore, if selected for employment a UDC application will be required.

Job Offers: Official Job Offers are made by the University of the District of Columbia, Office of Human Resources Only.

Contact Information:  All inquiries related to employment and job applications should be directed to UDC Office of Human Resources at (202) 274-5020.

The University of the District of Columbia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. Minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a full version of the University’s EO Policy Statement, please visit: http://www.udc.edu/equal opportunity/.