Sustainability Programs Lead

mnstate.edu; Winona (MN); On-site; USD 47,845 - 93,809; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waivers

Pension plan

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Winona State University seeks a Sustainability Coordinator to lead campus-wide sustainability initiatives, collaborate with facilities and the Sustainability Director, and engage students, faculty, staff, and administration in advancing sustainability across campuses.

The role covers energy and resource management, space utilization, sustainable procurement, and reporting on progress toward institutional goals. A master’s or related degree with experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Sustainability master’s or related field with professional experience in sustainability programs.
• Proven ability to develop and implement sustainability strategies.
• Strong communication and ability to present to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, implement, and promote sustainability across university campuses and communities.
• Monitor and optimize energy and resource use; manage renewable energy systems.
• Coordinate space utilization data and support procurement aligned with sustainability goals.
• Develop assessment tools to measure progress and prepare annual sustainability reports.

Skills

Sustainability knowledge

Communication skills

MS Office & cloud tools

Education

Master’s degree in Sustainability, Environmental Studies, Architecture, Engineering, Planning or Management with Sustainability emphasis

Bachelor’s degree in Sustainability or related field + 2 years related experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Cloud tools (OneDrive/Google Drive)

Job description

Winona State University seeks a Sustainability Coordinator to lead campus-wide sustainability initiatives, collaborate with facilities and the Sustainability Director, and engage students, faculty, staff, and administration in advancing sustainability across campuses.

The role covers energy and resource management, space utilization, sustainable procurement, and reporting on progress toward institutional goals. A master’s or related degree with experience is preferred.