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Sustainability Coordinator (Administrative Professional 2 - MR12)

Facilities, Planning, and Management

University of Tennessee, Chattanooga

Primary Responsibilities\:

Develop and Implement Sustainability Improvements

Collect and analyze data to provide recommendations with supporting rationale for sustainability improvements
Energy conservation measures

Lighting – equipment efficiency, control strategies, and operations parameters

Building envelope

HVAC – equipment efficiency, control strategies, operation parameters (unoccupied schedules, ventilation, reheat, VFD’s, resets, etc.)

Domestic hot water

Equipment maintenance procedures and levels

Waste Reduction and Recycling
Water management – storm water, potable, irrigation (permits, water quality fees, fee credits, reductions)
Perform carbon inventory reductions, mitigation, or offsets
Support the overall success of the university’s sustainability efforts by performing all other duties as assigned

Environmental Measurement and Reporting

Measure and report facilities related components of carbon inventory and Climate Action Plan, storm water or other compliance/ goal-oriented reporting
Develop and report on appropriate metrics, including fiscal, on our alignment with identified sustainability goals and how they can be benchmarked

Environmental Legislation and Initiatives

Remain current with relevant changes in environmental legislation and initiatives, new technologies, best practices, and accepted benchmarks related to sustainability
Provide a variety of sustainability benchmarks of UTC against sustainability measures from Tennessee Higher Education Institutions, peer institutions and industry/ national standards
Attend related seminars and conferences, consultation with manufacturers/ vendors, designers, outside agencies/ groups, service on related committees both internal and external

Programs and Contracts

Identify and seek out outside funding opportunities, rebate programs, and other savings programs
Coordinate and compile University data for ongoing accreditations/certifications (Tree Campus, Arboretum, etc.)
Assist in the development of contract documents/ methods to implement sustainability initiatives both internal and external
Serve on campus committees as assigned

The ideal candidate will possess the following\:

Advanced knowledge of energy efficient technologies & implementation strategies, expertise in high performance building LEED tools, performance contracting, energy management and sustainability
Knowledge of engineering, architectural and construction concepts, policies, and procedures
Knowledge of government procurement/ contracting practices, water efficiency strategies, project management and cost estimating methods
Strong analytical skills and knowledge of data collection and analysis
Ability to work independently
Working Broad knowledge of common software applications (e.g. word processing, spreadsheet, database, scheduling)
Working knowledge of technical software applications (e.g. energy accounting and management, AutoCAD, GIS)
Presentation, organizational and communication skills, verbal and written
Experience in a facilities organization of similar size, scope, and scale in an institutional or Higher Education setting
Highly diverse experience in Sustainability areas
Direct experience in pertinent areas as opposed to oversight only

Review of applications will begin March 9, 2023 and continue until the position is filled. Applications received by this date will receive priority consideration.

Minimum Qualifications\: Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and four years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Preferred Qualifications\: Bachelor’s degree in Sustainability, Engineering, Biology, or related field; 5 years or more of energy related experience in commercial, industrial, or institutional setting; professional experience and training may be considered in lieu of degree; and Certified Energy Manager (CEM) are preferred.

The University of Tennessee Chattanooga is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status.

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