Sustainable Living Program Manager
Listed on 2026-02-16
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Management
Program / Project Manager, Operations Manager -
Non-Profit & Social Impact
Overview
Sustainable Living Program Manager
Requisition Number: S02265P
Position Category:
Staff
Hours Per Week: 40
Months Per Year: 12
Alternate
Work Schedule:
Pay Grade: E32
Salary:
FLSA:
Exempt
Weber State University’s Sustainable Living Manager plays a vital leadership role in advancing the institution’s regional sustainability initiatives and working toward the Beehive Emissions Reduction Plan (BERP) deliverables through effective program administration, staff supervision, and cross-sector collaboration. This position oversees the daily operations of the Weber State Sustainable Living (WSSL) Initiative, which includes clean energy, water conservation, and community engagement programs centered at the SPARC Home for Sustainable Living.
The Sustainable Living Manager will serve as the primary point of coordination for operational, administrative, and reporting requirements tied to the BERP, a multi-year, state-funded, subaward grant.
This individual will work in close partnership with the Sustainability Programs & Engagement Manager and other internal and external stakeholders to ensure strategic planning, budget oversight, and performance reporting are implemented with precision and integrity. This is an exciting opportunity to build meaningful partnerships, support community-driven initiatives, and help lead institutional and State efforts toward long-term sustainability goals.
This position is a yearly-contract position, contingent on the continuation of the current multi-year grant funding and may require occasional evening or weekend hours for events or community engagement. Travel within the state of Utah may also be possible.
Responsibilities- Oversee the daily operations of the Weber State Sustainable Living (WSSL) Initiative, including clean energy, water conservation, and community engagement programs centered at the SPARC Home for Sustainable Living.
- Coordinate operational, administrative, and reporting requirements tied to the Beehive Emissions Reduction Plan (BERP).
- Lead program administration, staff supervision, and cross-sector collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
- Partner with the Sustainability Programs & Engagement Manager to ensure strategic planning, budget oversight, and performance reporting with precision and integrity.
- Support development of partnerships and contribute to statewide and institutional sustainability goals.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience
- 3 years of related experience (a master’s degree may be substituted for 2 years of experience)
- Prior leadership experience in sustainability, nonprofit, higher education, and/or public service sectors
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong organizational and project management capabilities
- Experience in strategic planning and stakeholder engagement
- Experience managing grant budgets and financial documentation
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Proficiency with project management tools
- Experience fostering team development
- Excellent communication skills, including technical writing and/or public presentation
Background Check:
Yes
Benefits
Summary:
WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Job Open Date: 01/21/2026
Review Date: 02/04/2026
Job Close Date:
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Notes to Applicant:
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