Summary Description:
Under limited guidance from the director of the Division of Sustainability and Compliance, the Team Leader, Sustainability administers systemwide sustainability programs, projects and activities to implement Policy ECA, Sustainability, across the office and throughout the school system. Leads teams of MCPS staff and consultants to achieve goals of various sustainability programs and initiatives; supervises and oversees implementation work and evaluates MCPS employees Coordinates MCPS plans, development, implementation, analysis and reporting. Develops and sustains a system of delivering high quality, high performance products and services. Work includes, but is not limited to budget development and management, infrastructure improvement projects, utility procurement, efficiency and use reduction, expansion of clean energy, fleet, and enabling culture change. Collaborates with student groups, school leaders, outside agencies, elected officials and community. May participate on interagency committees, public boards and commissions.Physical Demands:As required by the duties of the position, may involve visits to construction sites and climbing ladders to access rooftops.Special Requirements:Must work overtime as required and occasionally attend evening or weekend Board of Education, committee, or other meetings.

Summary Description:
Under limited guidance from the director of the Division of Sustainability and Compliance, the Team Leader, Sustainability administers systemwide sustainability programs, projects and activities to implement Policy ECA, Sustainability, across the office and throughout the school system. Leads teams of MCPS staff and consultants to achieve goals of various sustainability programs and initiatives; supervises and oversees implementation work and evaluates MCPS employees Coordinates MCPS plans, development, implementation, analysis and reporting. Develops and sustains a system of delivering high quality, high performance products and services. Work includes, but is not limited to budget development and management, infrastructure improvement projects, utility procurement, efficiency and use reduction, expansion of clean energy, fleet, and enabling culture change. Collaborates with student groups, school leaders, outside agencies, elected officials and community. May participate on interagency committees, public boards and commissions.Physical Demands:As required by the duties of the position, may involve visits to construction sites and climbing ladders to access rooftops.Special Requirements:Must work overtime as required and occasionally attend evening or weekend Board of Education, committee, or other meetings.

Knowledge Skills Abilities:
Knowledge of national and regional conservation and sustainability laws and regulations, guidelines, standards, programs and best practices; including climate action, energy procurement and efficiency, clean energy, resiliency and methods used to implement sustainability programs within a complex organization. Working knowledge of application of County, State and Federal laws, codes, and regulations regarding contracts, waste management, sustainable construction, etc. Ability strategize and execute novel programs. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with proven supervisory ability.Ability to effectively prioritize and lead teams, manage multiple programs and teams, coordinate with cross-disciplinary organizational units; collaborate with others in order to gain agreement; establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse workforce and community and with all levels of staff.Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; demonstrate effective public speaking and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively in technical and non-technical terms. Skill in personnel, financial, and administrative management.Ability to implement division wide systems and design work processes and measurements to align with the Department of Facilities Management initiatives. Ability to supervise and evaluate staff and implement the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS). Ability to quickly obtain knowledge of and apply the six leadership standards that have been established for the Montgomery County Association of Administrators and Principals (MCAAP/MCBOA) Professional Growth System (PGS). Knowledge of MCPS policies, regulations, and practices preferred.

Education Training Experience:
Bachelor^s degree from an accredited university a related discipline, such as environmental or biological sciences, engineering, or sustainability. Master^s degree desirable. Six years of progressively more responsible experience, some of which shall have been in a supervisory or leadership capacity and progressive management experience dealing with multiple projects and diverse teams. Experience in leading change and developing novel approaches while complying with rapidly changing county, state and federal legislation. Experience in effective interaction with school system administrators, staff, students and the public preferred. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.Certificate License:Possession of a valid Maryland Class C driver^s license or equivalent.