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Posting Date: April 27, 2012
Assistant for Sustainability Activities (post-Baccalaureate)
Position Title:
Department:
Dean of Strategic Planning and Academic Resources
Position Summary
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Responsibilities:
Duration of Position:
Full year / Full time
Posting Number:
1000525
The Dean of Strategic Planning and Academic Resources at Vassar College is offering a one-year
(with possibility of renewal) post-Baccalaureate position to a graduating Vassar College senior or
recent Vassar College graduate. The Assistant for Sustainability Activities will report to the
Associate Dean of Strategic Planning and Academic Resources, and will support sustainability
operations and initiatives across the College. The Assistant for Sustainability Activities will be
charged with much of the day-to-day oversight of College sustainability programs and initiatives,
recognizing sustainability as a balance among environmental, social and fiscal responsibilities.
Primary responsibilities of the Assistant for Sustainability Activities include:
 Day-to-day oversight and implementation of: existing college sustainability programs
and initiatives, including: SWAPR; GHG inventories and GHG Reduction Plan; STARS updates;
College Committee on Sustainability (CSS) website;
 Coordinate information and programming with and for: on-campus CSS- and non-CSS
sponsored sustainability events; VSA and other student groups; events with other colleges;
 Oversee: CSS Interns;
 Regular consultation with: Associate Dean of Strategic Planning and Academic Resources,
and the faculty Chair of the CSS, on existing and emerging sustainability initiatives and
programming at the college; the Office of Communication for dissemination of information;
Buildings and Grounds Services for issues related to energy conservation, landscaping,
composting, materials purchase, environmental health and safety, and biogas and waste
stream concerns;
 Other duties as assigned.
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To Apply:
Please visit us at https://employment.vassar.edu/. To complete your application, you will be
required to attach a cover letter that discusses your view of and interest in sustainability efforts in
the context of liberal arts setting, your resume, and the contact information for three references
(at least one of whom should be a past supervisor). Word or PDF format is required. Anticipated
start date is July 1, 2012. For full consideration, please apply by May 15, 2012. Applications will
continue to be accepted until the position has been filled.
Bachelor's degree; graduating senior or recent alumna/us;
Experience working on campus-related sustainability initiatives;
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
A team player with demonstrated ability to work with a wide variety of constituencies including
faculty, students, staff and administrators;
 Able to take initiative and work independently.
Vassar is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a community that
reflects the values of a liberal arts education and to promoting an environment of equality, inclusion
and respect for difference. Applications from members of historically underrepresented groups are
especially encouraged.
Vassar College, 124 Raymond Ave., Poughkeepsie, New York 12604 x6820 careers@vassar.edu