Special Project Coordinator - Temporary
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA
Full-time
Information Services / Technology (IT)
Posted on April 18, 2024
Special Project Coordinator - Temporary
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.S. 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. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023.
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 wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.
Posted Job Title
Special Project Coordinator - Temporary
Job Profile Title
Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt
Job Description Summary
The Division of Facilities and Real Estate Services (FRES) provides the expertise, business process, policies and standards required to plan, design, construct, operate, maintain and renew the physical assets of the University, excluding the health system. In addition, the Division, comprised of approximately five Departments, is responsible for the strategic planning, management and operation of non-academic University property, and collaborating with the neighborhood to create a safe, diverse and economically vibrant destination. With close to 12M square feet of space, FRES maintains 186 buildings on a campus of 276 acres, completes over 60,000 maintenance requests per year, and starts approximately 250 projects a year. FRES is comprised of the following Departments: Administration, Office of the University Architect, Design and Construction, Real Estate, Operations and Maintenance.
The University of Pennsylvania is implementing a campus transformation entitled Penn Connects (http://www.pennconnects.upenn.edu). This comprehensive, award winning effort is expanding the campus over the next 20 years, including the construction of new academic research and recreational facilities. In addition, the University has secured $300M in Century Bond funding and continues to upgrade existing facilities over the coming years. https://www.facilities.upenn.edu/ Information.
Job Description
Under the direction of the Sustainability Director, the Sustainability Coordinator focuses on outreach programs and events, sustainability communications, and serves as the main sustainability liaison to student groups, working to embed sustainability practices throughout the Penn community. In collaboration with Facilities and Real Estate Services (FRES) Communications, the Coordinator plays a key role in sustainability communications, maintaining Penn Sustainability's website, coordinating with student interns to implement messaging through social media, and internal and external communications. The Coordinator manages certification programs such as Green Living and Green Office, and seeks new ways to engage and track Penn's sustainability outreach efforts with Penn's Schools and Centers. The Coordinator also supports major sustainability events at Penn, organizes and implements campaigns, leads pre-orientation programming, and works with a wide variety of offices and departments to meet the outreach goals outlined in Penn's Climate & Sustainability Action Plan
Job Duties
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree and 2 - 3 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Major in Environmental Science / Management preferred.
This position supports Penn's Climate and Sustainability Action Plan by providing outreach, communications, project management, logistical, and scheduling support for the Sustainability Office. The selected candidate must be able to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, multi-faceted setting, and be capable of handling several ongoing projects simultaneously with limited supervision. Background in environmental sustainability and higher education management is a plus.
Specific skills / knowledge include:
Experience with event planning and logistics, scheduling, and promoting events Strong writing and editing skills
Experience with website content development and maintenance
Knowledge of social media strategy and communication strategy
Experience with stakeholder engagement
Strong project management skills
Knowledge of operational sustainability initiatives, effective student engagement strategies and a high capacity for organizing collaborative work towards action
Strong design and presentation skills including use of Adobe, Microsoft Office Suite, and Canvas
Basic financial skills to manage project and event budgets
Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Department / School
Facilities and Real Estate Services
Pay Range
$7.25 - $24.13 Hourly Rate
Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.
Affirmative Action Statement
Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.
Special Requirements
Background check may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
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