What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant University Sustainability Director position at University of Idaho?
Posting Number: SP005111P
Division/College: President's Area
Department: President's Office
Location: Moscow
Posting Context Statement
Position Overview:
The Assistant University Sustainability Director (AUSD) supports the University of Idaho Sustainability Director in the advancement of strategies, initiatives, and goals related to environmental sustainability at the University of Idaho. The AUSD will aid in the development, implementation, and tracking of programs that advance the university’s sustainability goals. This position is responsible for establishing communication and data collection between university entities to assist with the completion of an annual STARS report, The Carnegie Elective Classification for Sustainability, the annual greenhouse gas inventory, the Water Conservation and Management Plan, Tree Campus certification, as well as other sustainability projects as assigned by the Director. This position reports to the University of Idaho Sustainability Director.
Duties May Include
Advanced degree in environmental science, sustainability studies, or related field Knowledge of:
Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire
FLSA Status: Exempt
Employee Category: Exempt
Pay Range: $70,000 annually
Type of Appointment: _of_Appointment
Fte
1.0
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Funding: This position is contingent upon the continuation of work and/or funding.
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy: No
Posting Date: 12/08/2025
Closing Date: 12/22/2025
Open Until Filled: No
Special Instructions To Applicants
In your letter of qualifications ( human-resources-letter-of-qualification-template.docx ) using details and examples, please address all of the required and preferred qualifications for this position and how your experience and skills align.
If you would like to see the full job description, please contact Rebecca Ball at rball@uidaho.edu
Applicant Resources: https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
To apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/50256
The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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Division/College: President's Area
Department: President's Office
Location: Moscow
Posting Context Statement
Position Overview:
The Assistant University Sustainability Director (AUSD) supports the University of Idaho Sustainability Director in the advancement of strategies, initiatives, and goals related to environmental sustainability at the University of Idaho. The AUSD will aid in the development, implementation, and tracking of programs that advance the university’s sustainability goals. This position is responsible for establishing communication and data collection between university entities to assist with the completion of an annual STARS report, The Carnegie Elective Classification for Sustainability, the annual greenhouse gas inventory, the Water Conservation and Management Plan, Tree Campus certification, as well as other sustainability projects as assigned by the Director. This position reports to the University of Idaho Sustainability Director.
Duties May Include
- Assist with development and implementation of campus sustainability programs and initiatives
- Collect, verify, and organize data for sustainability reporting and accreditation
- Support preparation of annual STARS and greenhouse gas inventory reports
- Contribute to Carnegie Classification and Tree Campus certification efforts
- Coordinate communication with campus partners and promote sustainability initiatives
- Provide support on additional projects assigned by the Sustainability Director
- Other duties as assigned
- Four years managing sustainability projects or initiatives
- Tracking and reporting for the Association for Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education’s (AASHE) Sustainability Tracking, Assessment, and Rating System (STARS) program
- Tracking and reporting for the Carnegie Elective Classification for Sustainability
- Using SIMAP to conduct greenhouse gas inventories
- PhD in sustainability, environmental science, or related field.
- None
Advanced degree in environmental science, sustainability studies, or related field Knowledge of:
- The University of Idaho’s current sustainability practices and goals
- Environmental sustainability
- The United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals
- Implement initiatives to promote behavioral change related to sustainability
- Maintain good working relationships with administrators, faculty, staff, students, and community partners
- Utilizing spreadsheet and database programs, website design, and social media applications
- Communicating clearly in writing and via public presentations
- Managing multiple projects at once
- Working with a university facilities department
- Must be able to carry, lift or otherwise move up to 30 pounds
Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire
FLSA Status: Exempt
Employee Category: Exempt
Pay Range: $70,000 annually
Type of Appointment: _of_Appointment
Fte
1.0
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Funding: This position is contingent upon the continuation of work and/or funding.
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy: No
Posting Date: 12/08/2025
Closing Date: 12/22/2025
Open Until Filled: No
Special Instructions To Applicants
In your letter of qualifications ( human-resources-letter-of-qualification-template.docx ) using details and examples, please address all of the required and preferred qualifications for this position and how your experience and skills align.
If you would like to see the full job description, please contact Rebecca Ball at rball@uidaho.edu
Applicant Resources: https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
To apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/50256
The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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Salary : $70,000