Sustainability Coordinator

The Ohio State University•Columbus, OH

1d•$59,300 - $86,600•Onsite

About The Position

The Sustainability Coordinator supports The Ohio State University’s sustainability goals through program coordination, data analysis, project management, and campus engagement. The role works across academic and operational units to advance resource stewardship, improve environmental outcomes, and promote a culture of sustainability. The coordinator leads employee sustainability initiatives, including Green Teams and Green Buckeye Certification; recruits, supervises, mentors, and evaluates student participants; and coordinates the Campus as a Living Lab program. The role also collects and analyzes sustainability and resource stewardship data, prepares reports and recommendations, manages sustainability projects and pilot programs, coordinates working groups, and supports sustainable design, construction, campus planning, and operations. This is a regular position scheduled for 40 hours on first shift, located at the Maintenance Building. The target hiring range is $59,300–$86,600 annually. Final candidates must successfully complete a background check; a drug screen or physical may be required after an offer.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least two years of relevant professional experience.
Strong analytical, organizational, project management, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Experience collecting, analyzing, and presenting data to support decision-making.
Ability to build productive relationships with diverse stakeholders and collaborate across departments.
Commitment to advancing sustainability and resource stewardship initiatives.

Nice To Haves

Two to four years of experience in sustainability, environmental reporting, resource stewardship, facilities management, energy management, community engagement, or a related field.
Experience collecting, analyzing, visualizing, and reporting sustainability, environmental, operational, or performance data using tools such as Excel, Power BI, or Tableau.
Knowledge of sustainability reporting frameworks such as STARS, SIMAP, or Practice Greenhealth.
Experience with facilities operations, building systems, energy management, construction, or related operational environments.
Experience in higher education, particularly in sustainability, facilities management, resource stewardship, or campus operations.
Master’s degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, or a related field.
Professional certifications such as Certified Energy Manager (CEM), LEED Accredited Professional (LEED AP), Sustainability Excellence Associate (SEA), WELL AP, or similar credentials.
Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities while working independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Lead employee sustainability initiatives, including Green Teams and Green Buckeye Certification, and partner with departments, laboratories, and operational units to encourage sustainable practices.
Recruit, supervise, mentor, and evaluate student participants.
Track participation, measure outcomes, and identify opportunities to increase engagement.
Coordinate the Campus as a Living Lab program, connecting students, faculty, researchers, and staff on applied sustainability projects and hands-on learning.
Collect, validate, analyze, and manage sustainability and resource stewardship data; develop reports, presentations, and recommendations for internal and external stakeholders.
Support sustainability reporting, benchmarking, strategic planning, and continuous improvement efforts.
Manage sustainability projects, research studies, and pilot programs that support university resource stewardship goals.
Coordinate working groups, facilitate meetings, and provide technical guidance to campus partners.
Identify opportunities to improve resource efficiency and reduce environmental impacts.
Assist with sustainable design and construction standards, project reviews, and design and construction planning processes.
Research emerging sustainability trends, technologies, policies, and best practices.
Support the integration of sustainability principles into campus planning, design, construction, and operations.