Sustainability Coordinator

Apply now Job No: 497264 Department: FM&D Local Title: Sustainability Coordinator Budget Title: Associate Facilities Program Coordinator Work Type: Full Time Location: Brooklyn, NY Categories: Administrative Are you looking to take your career to new heights with a leader in healthcare? SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is one of the nation's leading metropolitan medical centers. As the only academic medical center in Brooklyn, we serve a large population that is among the most diverse in the world. We are also highly-ranked by Castle Connolly Medical, a healthcare rating company for consumers, among the top 5 leading U.S. medical schools for training doctors. Bargaining Unit UUP Job Summary The Department of Facilities Management & Development at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a full-time Associate Facilities Program Coordinator / Sustainability Coordinator. The successful candidate will: Work collaboratively with campus constituencies, including capital facilities, planning, design, parking and transportation, campus living, student life, DEi, campus dining, procurement, maintenance, grounds, academic units, communications, student government, Environment, Health & Safety, and other offices to develop sustainability plans and attain short‑ and long‑term goals. Assist leadership on campus sustainability efforts to foster a culture of sustainability among students, faculty, staff, and visitors, and create a campus sustainability network to enhance awareness, implementation, and success. Collaborate across teams and agencies to develop and implement decarbonization and energy‑saving initiatives. Assist with the development and implementation of plans, initiatives, and actions, including overseeing and coordinating efforts to implement campus plans, the SUNY Climate and Sustainability Action Plan, and CLCPA and E022 requirements (state‑operated campuses only). Work with academic departments, Residential Life, and student groups to integrate sustainability into curricula, programs, and campus life. Assist with the coordination and/or leveraging of sustainability outreach events such as speaker series, sustainability fairs & summits, faculty lectures, clothing and furniture swaps, clean‑ups, planting, and service events, and engagement with community partners. Facilitate student interest and participation in SUNY Climate Corps Internships, Empire State Service Corps Internships, and other green workforce programs. Work with the campus advancement team to identify, seek, and secure grant funding, corporate partnerships, and other savings programs to leverage campus resources for sustainability. Engage with local, regional, state, and federal entities on best practices, compliance, and funding opportunities for sustainability initiatives. Track metrics, report progress, and evaluate sustainability programs. Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field or an Associate Degree and 2+ years of experience in a related field Strong computer skills, including the ability to learn new software as necessary Must demonstrate integrity and sound judgment, leadership, budget management, and team‑building skills Ability to collaborate and communicate (verbal and written) across diverse campus constituencies and represent the campus in internal and external sustainability matters Commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive working environment Or, a satisfactory equivalent combination of experience, education, and training Preferred Qualifications Not listed. Work Schedule Variable days; 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Full‑time) Salary Grade/Rank Salary Range: Commensurate with experience and qualifications Executive Order Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations at View phone number on click.appcast.io or via email at View email address on click.appcast.io. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction, and all other protected classes under federal or state laws. Women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities and members of underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io. Advertised: June 09, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time Applications close: Open until filled #J-18808-Ljbffr SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University