California State University, Northridge · 19 hours ago
Sustainability Program Coordinator
Northridge, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
$5,787/mo - $8,430/mo
2+ years expCalifornia State University, Northridge is committed to creating a vibrant community that supports student success and exemplary service. The Sustainability Program Coordinator will support the implementation of CSUN’s Road Map to Sustainability by managing program data, coordinating sustainability engagement, and evaluating sustainable technologies.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
No H1B
Responsibilities
Assists in the development and execution of sustainability projects as outlined in the roadmap
Assists with program coordination and alignment of initiatives with the Roadmap to Sustainability
Collects, analyzes, and maintains data required for external sustainability reporting, such as AASHE STARS, Second Nature, and CSU Chancellor's Office
Identifies and evaluates potential funding opportunities for sustainability projects, including grants, rebates, and incentives
Coordinates telling CSUN’s sustainability story under the vision of the Director
Develops, implements, and maintains Smartsheet tools—including workflows, dashboards, forms, and automations—to support sustainability planning, project tracking, and reporting
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in a related field and two years of relevant experience
Additional experience which demonstrates acquired and successfully applied knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis
An advanced degree in a job related field may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis
Comprehensive knowledge of sustainability practices, reporting standards such as AASHE STARS, Second Nature, and CSU Chancellor's Office requirements
Proven experience conducting cost-benefit analyses, managing sustainability projects, and securing funding through grants, rebates, and incentives
Expertise with digital platforms including Smartsheet and PowerBI for effective project tracking, reporting, and visualization
Strong communication skills, the ability to cultivate productive partnerships across diverse departments, and proficiency in coordinating sustainability storytelling and educational initiatives
Strong organizational and process management skills, attention to detail in data management and reporting, and the capability to independently resolve routine to moderately complex operational issues
Preferred
Master's degree in sustainability, environmental studies, environmental science, public administration, planning, data analytics, engineering, or a closely related field
Two years of professional experience supporting sustainability programs, project coordination, data management, or related analytical or technical work
Demonstrated foundational knowledge of sustainability principles, reporting frameworks, and program implementation within higher education or similar large, complex organizations
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement & savings
Tuition waiver and more
Company
California State University, Northridge
California State University, Northridge is a public, comprehensive university committed to educational and professional goals of students.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$3.08MKey Investors
Gold Coast Health PlanHollywood Foreign Press AssociationNASA
2025-06-25Grant· $0.08M
2022-07-26Grant
2019-10-22Grant· $3M
Leadership Team
CSUN Social Impact DesignHub
Student Designers. Community Partners. Creative Solutions.
Jill Smith, SPHR
Senior Advisor, Strategic Partnerships & Initiatives
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