Location: Esmeralda DIST Services Spokane

Department: District Capital Projects

Salary Range: $4,882 - $6,576

Starting salary for this position is: $4,882 (Monthly)

Employees hired at the entry step of this range receive salary step advancement after six months and every 12 months thereafter. An employee hired at anything higher than the entry step of the range will have salary step advancement after 12 months and every 12 months thereafter until they reach the top of the salary range. Each salary step advancement will be approximately a 5% increase.

About Us 

Spokane Colleges is comprised of two accredited colleges, Spokane Community College (SCC) and Spokane Falls Community College (SFCC) serving Spokane, Stevens, Whitman, Ferry, and Pend Oreille Counties, as well as portions of Lincoln County.

Both colleges are accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities and governed by the Washington State Board of Community and Technical Colleges.

Applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. PST on 04/06/2026. The application process will not be available after this time. To ensure consideration make sure your application is completed and submitted as soon as possible. Applications will only be accepted prior to 4:00 p.m. on the closing date.

About the Sustainability Projects Specialist -  Program Specialist 3

JOB SUMMARY

Under the general direction of the Sustainability Projects Manager, the Sustainability Projects Specialist supports campus sustainability initiatives through research, solution development, project implementation, and training related to waste diversion, energy, and transportation programs.

The position monitors utility usage, maintains submeter data and sustainability reporting tools, assists with grant development, and supports ISO 50001 initiatives as a member of the campus Energy Team.

The Specialist also supports the coordination of energy and sustainability-related construction and repair projects by facilitating communication and scoping with campus stakeholders and design and construction teams, assisting with project documentation and reporting, conducting site observations, and maintaining project records.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assisting the project manager with sustainability Initiatives including research, proposed solutions, implementation, and end-user training. *
  • Composting diversion programming, use reporting, and developing connections to student programs for experiential learning.
  • Recycling program training, designing and providing signage, bin auditing and correction, performing cost savings calculations.
  • Electric vehicle program monitoring of uptime and usage, communicating availability, and developing information campaigns and incentive programs.
• Assisting the project manager with identifying and developing program grants.
• Directly engaging with the campus communities to identify sustainability needs and opportunities. *
• Monitoring utility bills and campus submeters. *
  • Maintaining monthly log of natural gas and electricity submeter data.
  • Completing monthly keying of utility bills.
  • Identifying issues and suggesting changes to Power BI dashboards.
• Serving as Sustainability Program Trainer and active participant on the Spokane Colleges Energy Team. *
  • Taking notes during energy meetings.
  • Training staff & faculty on energy program initiatives.
  • Conducting in-person training sessions with groups of teachers to drive sustainability goals.
  • Conducting in-person training sessions with students on specified cadence.
  • Collecting feedback from surveys on sustainability efforts on campus.
  • Providing ISO 50001 material development and meeting coordination.
• Assist the Sustainability Project Manager with coordinating and documenting Energy Service Performance Contracting (ESPC) projects and other sustainability and energy-related initiatives. Responsibilities include: *
  • Reading and interpreting construction drawings, specifications, and project documents to support sustainability and facilities repair project implementation.
  • Coordinating and participating in project meetings with architects, engineers, contractors, and facilities staff.
  • Conducting site observations and field inspections related to sustainability initiatives, energy systems reviews, and facilities repair projects.
  • Assisting with the coordination of construction activities that impact building occupants, including communication and outreach regarding construction impacts.
  • Reviewing project documentation, design and construction submittals, and project change documentation as directed.
  • Preparing reports, meeting notes, and the college’s project documentation.
  • Maintaining project files, reports, and records related to sustainability, energy, and facilities repair projects.
  • Facilitating communication between project stakeholders, including contractors, consultants, facilities staff, and campus end-users.
• Modeling professional decorum and mutual respect in all personal interactions. *
• Complying with district policies, procedures and directives, state and federal regulations, orders and statutes and collective bargaining agreements. *
• Supporting and advancing the Spokane Colleges strategic plan and performing other duties as assigned. *

* Indicates this is an essential duty.

COMPETENCIES

• Manages Complexity
• Decision Quality
• Action Oriented
• Plans & Aligns
• Ensures Accountability
• Drives Results
• Collaborates
• Instills Trust
• Demonstrates Self-Awareness
• Self-Development
• Nimble Learning
• Situational Adaptability

Learn more about our competencies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate’s degree. Or an equivalent mix of education and experience that demonstrates the candidate meets all competency requirements for this position.
• 1 year of experience in facilities management, environmental science, engineering, business administration or a related field.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to work independently, with little supervision while achieving measurable results.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 2 or more years of experience in facilities management, environmental science, engineering, business administration or a related field.
• Knowledge of building mechanical, electrical, HVAC and control systems and Washington State Energy code.
• Understanding of current issues related to sustainability, energy efficiency or green building practices.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work is performed in an office environment with frequent interruptions and background noise.
• Work is sometimes performed outdoors in uncontrolled elements.
• Work is often sedentary.
• Work requires periods of standing and walking.
• Move up to 25 lbs. frequently and up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Work directly with students/clients.
• Must be able to read and understand instructions to recognize and handle hazardous, unsafe or poisonous materials.
• Occasional exposure to fumes, dust, odors and/or biohazards.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Full-time schedule (12 months, 40 hours per week).
• This position is overtime eligible.
• 6-month probationary period.
• May require local or regional travel.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Criminal background check is required.
• This position is covered under a collective bargaining agreement. Membership is optional.

Person hired must be able to provide acceptable documentation of U.S. Citizenship or lawful authorization to work in the United States. This is an absolute condition of employment. An offer of employment will not carry with it any responsibility or obligation on the part of the district to sponsor an H1-B visa. In addition, the Spokane Colleges maintain a drug-free work environment and prohibits all smoking in the college buildings and state-owned vehicles. Must be able to successfully work in and promote a multicultural work and education environment.  

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position. Once an applicant is chosen for a position, they are required to complete and submit a declaration regarding sexual misconduct and investigation per state law.

Benefits Information

Medical, dental, life and long term disability insurance benefits are provided as currently administered under Public Employees Benefits Board; WA State Retirement Plan; vacation and sick leave begin to accrue at the rate of one (1) day per month, upon employment. (For positions that are less than full time, leave accruals will be prorated to the percentage of the position.) This position is designated a bargaining unit position and union membership is not a condition of employment. Leave accruals and usage are governed by the WFSE collective bargaining agreement.

Public Employees Benefits Board

Additional benefits information

Required Application Materials

To qualify for consideration, applicants must meet required competencies and submit a complete application packet, which includes the following:

• Cover letter - addressing your qualifications relevant to the responsibilities of this position.
  
• Resume.
  
• References – the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references.

For questions regarding a job application or the hiring process, or if you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact HR at CCS.Recruiter@ccs.spokane.edu. 

Equal Opportunity Institution

Spokane Colleges provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, veteran or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal. This policy is in accordance with state and federal laws including Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

Direct all inquiries or grievances regarding access, Title IX, ADA, equal opportunity compliance, and/or grievances to:
Frederick Davis, MA
Chief Human Resources Officer
Spokane Colleges
P.O. Box 6000, MS1004
Spokane, WA. 99217-6000
509-434-5040 / ccs.titleix@ccs.spokane.edu.