University Sustainability Officer
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
- The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report
- The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
- Please ensure your resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.
- UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/
Position Information
General Information
| Position Number |
009669 |
| Vacancy Open to |
All Candidates |
| Working Title |
University Sustainability Officer |
| Position Designation |
EHRA Non-Faculty |
| Employment Type |
Permanent - Full-time |
| Months per Year |
12 |
| Work Schedule |
Monday - Friday; 8:00 am - 5:00 pm |
| Hours per week |
40 |
| FLSA Status |
Exempt |
| Division |
Business Affairs |
| Department |
Facilities Management (Adm) |
| Work Location |
FMPPS |
| Salary Range |
$110,000 |
| Primary Purpose of Department |
The mission of Facilities Management is to provide a quality learning, research, and living environment for the benefit of students, faculty, staff, and the community by planning, building, operating, and maintaining the campus of the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. |
| Primary Purpose of Position |
The primary purpose of the University Sustainability Officer (
USO) is to develop and manage programs that address university strategic goals and ensure compliance with policies and regulations for environmental stewardship |
| Summary of Position Responsibilities |
- The primary purpose of the University Sustainability Officer (USO) is to develop and manage programs that address university strategic goals and ensure compliance with policies and regulations for environmental stewardship
- Manage and lead the sustainability team and various University-wide initiatives and programs.
- Create, set & evaluate sustainability goals.
- Balance the competing needs and available resources to achieve stewardship across the dimensions of business management, development, energy use, operations and regulatory requirements.
- Clearly & effectively contribute to the development of operational & project planning the sustainability choices and trade-offs to maximize the impact of practices that fulfill the requirements of the position.
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| Minimum Education/Experience |
Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Business Administration, Public Policy, or a related field; and 10 years of progressively responsible experience in sustainability, including at least five (5) years in a leadership role. |
| Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience |
- Experience in the Sustainability field.
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| Necessary Certifications/Licenses |
None |
| Preferred Certifications/Licenses |
None |
| Special Notes to Applicants |
- The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report
- The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
- Please ensure your resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.
UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/
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| Posting Open Date |
10/28/2025 |
| Posting Close Date |
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| Open Until Filled |
Yes |
| Proposed Hire Date |
01/12/2026 |
| If time-limited please indicate appointment end date |
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| Contact Information |
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Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- UNC Charlotte Website
- HERC Job Board
- Inside Higher Education
- Circa (formerly known as Local JobNetwork)
- Another Website
- Agency Referral
- Advertisement/Publication
- Personal Referral
- Other
Where did you learn about this posting?
(Open Ended Question)
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Do you have a Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Business Administration, Public Policy, or a related field?
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Do you have 10 years of progressively responsible experience in sustainability, including at least five (5) years in a leadership role?
Required Documents
- Resume / Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
Optional Documents
- Contact Information for References
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University of North Carolina Charlotte
Oct 28, 2025