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Associate Director Zero Waste Management

2 months ago

Atlanta, Georgia, United States InsideHigherEd Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Associate Director to lead our Zero Waste program at Georgia Tech. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the operational aspects of the program, with a focus on minimizing waste and promoting sustainability.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage and optimize waste management services, including recycling and composting, to ensure compliance, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
  • Implement comprehensive recycling, reuse, and zero waste processes across campus in coordination with the sustainability team.
  • Supervise and optimize waste management team to maximize effectiveness and increase waste diversion.
  • Understand and manage the finances of the waste management team, work to minimize costs, and prepare and administer the annual budget.
  • Design and optimize logistics for waste collection, sorting, and transportation, applying industrial engineering principles to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
  • Perform technical analyses in areas such as life cycle assessment, material management, and end-of-life assessment.
  • Provide operational leadership to ensure compliance with zero waste initiatives and optimize campus waste management processes.
  • Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to waste reduction, recycling rates, cost savings, and operational efficiency.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Waste Management, or related program.
  • Five years of job-related experience in logistics or waste management operations, with a focus on zero waste initiatives.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Five or more years of logistics & management experience.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
  • Ability to gather and analyze data and communicate the impact of such data.
  • Ability to work successfully in a collaborative team environment.
  • Knowledge of Tableau, AutoCAD, Revit, GIS, and Microsoft office software applications.
  • Knowledge of hazardous materials handling, warehousing, and stock handling and storage, distribution methods.
USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services.