Position Information

Posting NumberSRGV8099

Working TitleDIRECTOR OF SUSTAINABILITY PROGRAMS

Number of Vacancies1

LocationEdinburg, Texas

DepartmentSustainability

FTE1

FLSAExempt

Scope of Job

Responsible for all sustainability functions and projects within an organization. Coordinates green initiatives, including improving the environmental impact of the University operation, advising staff on environmental issues that could impact initiatives, and communicating green initiatives through promotions and events.

Description of Duties

• Provides expertise and recommendations on sustainability best practices and policies for institution-wide sustainability.

• Monitors and anticipates trends in environmental science, renewable resources, sustainable work processes, and other diverse fields.

• Identifies and advocates sustainable campus projects for construction projects in support of Campus Master Plan.

• Collaborates with stakeholders to assess sustainability options for new construction, major renovations, interior build-outs, and existing buildings.

• Researches traditional sources for new data sets, key reports, and analytic proceedings; explores alternative media, early adopters, and unconventional indicators to support corporate benchmarking and environmental regulatory compliance efforts.

• Manages the design and all completion phases of projects related to sustainability including budget and schedule for assigned projects.

• Works with UTRG’s Communications and Marketing team to promote coverage of sustainability at the University and produces internal and external sustainability communications.

• Identifies grants, funding, and rebates for sustainability initiatives. Works cooperatively with other areas of the University to apply and follow-up on grants and other funding.

• Analyzes and reports return on investment projections utilizing lifecycle assessment and resource efficiency analysis in order to support efficient use of resources.

• Serves as the subject matter expert and provides technical assistance to business units and/or functional areas in identifying and implementing sustainability policies/practices.

• Provides quality control and operational data/reports for assigned capital projects.

• Analyzes, tracks and maintains data related to the performance of sustainable initiatives.

• Liaises with sustainability coordinators or equivalents at other education institutions, businesses, governments, and the community to share experience and practices, and promote collaboration.

• May provide support to students, faculty, and staff for the development of course content, academic projects, and experiential opportunities related to sustainability.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervision Received

General supervision from assigned supervisor.

Supervision Given

Direct supervision of assigned staff.

Required Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited University in Architecture, Environmental Engineering, Public Administration or related field.

Preferred Education

N/A

Licenses/Certifications

Preferred: Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design ( LEED ) Certification.

Required Experience

Five (5) years work experience in sustainability or environmental technology. Knowledge of environmental management policies, issues and initiatives and thorough understanding of environmental best practices at other Universities.

Preferred Experience

Work experience in either a university, non-profit or in a large, multi-unit, multi-facility setting in either a sustainability, energy and environmental or facilities area.

Equipment

Use of standard office equipment.

Working Conditions

Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Office Environment; some travel and weekend work is required.

Other

Ability to work weekends and/or evenings as needed; occasional travel is required. Must possess strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse groups or individuals. Requires excellent oral and written communication skills, comfort with public speaking, ability to listen and learn and engender trust among various constituents. Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and work with shifting priorities and schedules. Strong analytical, problem solving and organizational skills required. Must have a strong background in all aspects of sustainability in a campus environment, including energy and water conservation, recycling, waste minimization, sustainable building and landscape design, and Green products

Physical Capabilities

N/A

Employment CategoryFull-Time

Minimum SalaryCommensurate with Experience

Posted SalaryCommensurate with Experience

Position Available Date03/10/2025

Grant Funded PositionNo

If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date

Posting Detail Information

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Dear Applicant,

Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:

Date of Birth

Gender

*Ethnicity/Race

Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at (956) 665-2451 and/or careers@utrgv.edu.

Additional Information

UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.

All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check ( CBC ). Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Talent Development .

Quick Linkhttps://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/46244

Posting Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Are you a current UTRGV employee?

• Yes

• No

• • Are you now, or previously, employed by The University of Texas System or any of its institutions?

• Yes - I currently am employed by the UT System or its institutions

• Yes - I have previously been employed by the UT System or its institutions

• No - I have never been employed by the UT System or its institutions

• • Please select your highest level of completed education.

• 6th grade education

• 10th grade education

• High School Diploma or GED

• Associates Degree, Technical, or Trade School Degree/Certification or 60 Hours of College Hours

• Bachelors Degree from an accredited university

• Masters Degree from an accredited university

• Ph. D. or other terminal degree from an accredited university

• None of the above

• • Please provide the field of study for your education:

(Open Ended Question)

• • Please indicate the number of years of work experience you have directly related to the position in which you are applying for:

• Less than 1 year

• 1 year

• 2 years

• 3 years

• 4 years

• 5 years

• 6 years

• 7 years

• 8 years

• 9 years

• 10 years

• Over 10 years

• • Do you meet the minimum requirements for this position?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

• Curriculum Vitae

• Unofficial Transcripts

• Reference Letter 1

• Reference Letter 2

• Reference Letter 3

• Certifications and Licenses

• Training Certificates

• Other Document

• List of 3 References

• Unofficial Transcripts 2

• Unofficial Transcripts 3

• Letter of Interest

• Unofficial Graduate Transcripts

• Additional Document