Assistant Director, Campus Energy & Resource Conservation

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 174,000 - 203,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Washington seeks an Assistant Director to lead the Campus Energy & Resource Conservation division, overseeing regulatory compliance for the Seattle campus (200+ buildings, 700 acres) and guiding a team to optimize conservation practices.

You will develop and implement strategies to meet the Washington Climate Commitment Act and CBPS, coordinate with agencies and campus partners, and ensure safe, reliable 24/7 operations across UW facilities, promoting Lean practices and

Qualifications

• Ability to analyze and evaluate complex technical information and conceptualize operational scenarios
• Ability to understand, analyze and effectively communicate complex technical and financial information; excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong leadership capabilities including resolving conflicts and solving problems in complex situations
• Experience with safety regulations, building codes, environmental agency requirements, life safety standards
• Ability to manage people and work with diverse institutional staff at all levels

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning and management of the Campus Energy & Resource Conservation division
• Coordinate with engineers, managers and campus units to optimize conservation practices
• Manage the annual operations budget and the energy/resource conservation budget; forecast costs
• Ensure safe, continuous 24/7 operations of UW infrastructure in line with EH&S
• Provide leadership for division staff, including performance feedback and coaching
• Identify and drive major capital improvements and advocate Lean practices across shops
• Ensure compliance with environmental, safety and CBPS requirements

Skills

Analytical thinking

Technical communication

Leadership

Safety knowledge

People management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Eight+ years of management/supervisory experience in capital/energy/resource management

Job description

The University of Washington seeks an Assistant Director to lead the Campus Energy & Resource Conservation division, overseeing regulatory compliance for the Seattle campus (200+ buildings, 700 acres) and guiding a team to optimize conservation practices.

You will develop and implement strategies to meet the Washington Climate Commitment Act and CBPS, coordinate with agencies and campus partners, and ensure safe, reliable 24/7 operations across UW facilities, promoting Lean practices and