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Montana State University

Director of Sustainability

🇺🇸 Bozeman, MT

🕑 Full-Time

💰 TBD

💻 Project Management

🗓️ December 16th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

Montana State University is hiring a Director of Sustainability. The director will lead the Office of Sustainability to integrate sustainability into campus operations, academics, research, and student life, fostering a culture of sustainability education and engagement. They will collaborate across the university and community to advance sustainability initiatives and empower students through transdisciplinary learning and real-world sustainability challenges.

Highlights
  • Lead and expand sustainability programs with a focus on embedding sustainability into education and student experiences.
  • Develop and lead a student-led zero waste program and sustainable transportation initiatives.
  • Chair the Campus Sustainability Advisory Committee to facilitate campus-wide collaboration.
  • Partner with academic departments to integrate sustainability curriculum and support transdisciplinary courses.
  • Promote student involvement in sustainability research and projects, establishing MSU as a "living lab."
  • Build partnerships within the university and external community, including local sustainability advisory boards.
  • Oversee sustainability data reporting, assessment, and annual sustainability reporting.
  • Require a bachelor's degree and progressive leadership experience in sustainability, preferably in academic or public sectors.
  • Preferred qualifications include a master’s degree, familiarity with AASHE STARS reporting, and experience in sustainability curriculum development.
  • The role requires strong leadership, communication, conflict management, and organizational skills, with supervisory responsibilities.