Sustainability Director

Honorarium Position

Overview

The Sustainability Director leads ASUS in advancing sustainability initiatives, developing a society-wide action plan, and strengthening ties with the Queen’s Sustainability Office. They collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to integrate sustainable practices into ASUS operations, research best practices, and support environmentally responsible events and policies.

Application Deadline

Applications are due by March 30th, 2025 at 5PM EST.

Time Commitment and Remuneration

Term : May 1st, 2025 – April 30th, 2026

Hours : 4-6 hours per week

Honorarium : Awarded based on the Honorarium Grid in the Human Resources Policy ( Click here )

Please see Part 3: Hiring in the HR Policy Manual for in-depth eligibility criteria for the position pertaining to academic standing, work-study positions, exchange status, etc.

Responsibilities

- Develop and implement an ASUS Environmental Action Plan in alignment with global sustainability standards.




- Collaborate with ASUS Commissioners, Officers, and University stakeholders to integrate sustainability into policies, initiatives, and events.
- Establish and maintain a solid working relationship with the Queen’s Sustainability Office and promote its opportunities.
- Research best sustainability practices and recommend improvements for ASUS operations and facilities.
- Hold five (5) office hours per week, with at least one overlapping with the ASUS Vice President of Society Affairs' office hours.

If there are any questions, concerns, or personal accommodations required during the application process, please contact the incoming ASUS Vice President of Society Affairs, Piper Veloso, at newvpsa@ asus.queensu.ca, or Owen Miaskowski, the ASUS Human Resources Officer, at hro@ asus.queensu.ca.

ASUS Office

Phone: (613)-533-6000 x75441

Our hours are Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

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