University of Vermont
Sustainability Education and Engagement Coordinator
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Hybrid - Burlington, VT
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Full-Time
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$65K - $75K
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Other
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June 17th, 2026
Edtech.com's Summary
The University of Vermont is hiring a Sustainability Education and Engagement Coordinator. The role advances the university's sustainability goals by leading peer-to-peer education, developing marketing and communications campaigns, managing employee engagement programs, and coordinating sustainability projects, including supervision of the Eco-Reps undergraduate student program.
Highlights
- Lead and coordinate peer-to-peer sustainability education programs and campus-wide engagement initiatives.
- Develop and implement marketing and communications campaigns aligned with university branding.
- Manage social media, website content, story writing, and graphic design related to sustainability efforts.
- Supervise approximately 20 undergraduate students in the Eco-Reps program.
- Support initiatives such as Sustainability Ambassadors, Campus Sustainability Series, Sustainable Campus Fund, and Sustainable Solutions Lab.
- Required qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in sustainability or related fields, four years of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and supervisory experience.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and ability to manage collaborative processes effectively.
- Desirable qualifications include a master’s degree, experience in higher education communications, and familiarity with inclusive engagement practices.
- Anticipated salary range: $65,000 - $75,000 annually.
- Position is exempt, unionized (UVMSU), may require occasional evenings/weekends, and involves a hybrid work schedule option with background check.
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Sustainability Education and Engagement Coordinator
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Position Details
Advertising/Posting Title | Sustainability Education and Engagement Coordinator
Posting Summary | The Sustainability Education and Engagement Coordinator advances University of Vermont’s sustainability goals by leading peer-to-peer education, developing and implementing sustainability marketing and communications campaigns, managing employee engagement programs, and coordinating sustainability projects and initiatives across the Office of Sustainability. This person coordinates the Eco-Reps program, supervising approximately 20 undergraduate students, and provides program management support for initiatives such as Sustainability Ambassadors, the Campus Sustainability Series, the Sustainable Campus Fund, and the Sustainable Solutions Lab. As the office lead for marketing and communications, this person develops campaign-based outreach strategies and creates and manages story, web and social media content aligned with University brand and communications standards. The position blends student education and development, applied communications and marketing, program and project coordination, and support services to advance campus-wide sustainability engagement.
Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience) | Bachelor’s degree in sustainability, education, communications, marketing, public relations, or other applicable field. Four years combined experience in communications, marketing, engagement campaigns, outreach/education activities, project management, program implementation, or administrative support. Supervisory experience or similar coordination of students, ideally college aged. Strong communications skills (writing, conflict management, presentation, inter-personal), including the ability to translate complex sustainability topics for diverse audiences and apply sound judgement in sensitive communications. Experience in developing and executing outreach or marketing campaigns, social media management, website management, graphic design, story writing, report writing and data visualization. Ability to initiate and implement projects with teams and work independently with little direct oversight. High proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, excellent file management and ability to organize collaborative feedback processes.
Desirable Qualifications | Master’s degree Experience designing or delivering sustainability education or peer education programs. Experience coordinating communications or marketing activities in a higher education setting. Familiarity with inclusive and culturally responsive engagement practices. Experience supporting student professional development through mentoring and supervision.
Anticipated Pay Range | $65,000-$75,000
Other Information | Office of Sustainability
Special Conditions | A probationary period may be required, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule with an option to split time between campus and elsewhere, in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, Background Check required for this position
FLSA | Exempt
Union Position | Yes, UVMSU
Posting Summary | The Sustainability Education and Engagement Coordinator advances University of Vermont’s sustainability goals by leading peer-to-peer education, developing and implementing sustainability marketing and communications campaigns, managing employee engagement programs, and coordinating sustainability projects and initiatives across the Office of Sustainability. This person coordinates the Eco-Reps program, supervising approximately 20 undergraduate students, and provides program management support for initiatives such as Sustainability Ambassadors, the Campus Sustainability Series, the Sustainable Campus Fund, and the Sustainable Solutions Lab. As the office lead for marketing and communications, this person develops campaign-based outreach strategies and creates and manages story, web and social media content aligned with University brand and communications standards. The position blends student education and development, applied communications and marketing, program and project coordination, and support services to advance campus-wide sustainability engagement.
Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience) | Bachelor’s degree in sustainability, education, communications, marketing, public relations, or other applicable field. Four years combined experience in communications, marketing, engagement campaigns, outreach/education activities, project management, program implementation, or administrative support. Supervisory experience or similar coordination of students, ideally college aged. Strong communications skills (writing, conflict management, presentation, inter-personal), including the ability to translate complex sustainability topics for diverse audiences and apply sound judgement in sensitive communications. Experience in developing and executing outreach or marketing campaigns, social media management, website management, graphic design, story writing, report writing and data visualization. Ability to initiate and implement projects with teams and work independently with little direct oversight. High proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, excellent file management and ability to organize collaborative feedback processes.
Desirable Qualifications | Master’s degree Experience designing or delivering sustainability education or peer education programs. Experience coordinating communications or marketing activities in a higher education setting. Familiarity with inclusive and culturally responsive engagement practices. Experience supporting student professional development through mentoring and supervision.
Anticipated Pay Range | $65,000-$75,000
Other Information | Office of Sustainability
Special Conditions | A probationary period may be required, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule with an option to split time between campus and elsewhere, in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, Background Check required for this position
FLSA | Exempt
Union Position | Yes, UVMSU
Posting Details
Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.
Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.
Job Location | Burlington, Vermont, United States
Job Open Date | 06/16/2026
Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.) |
Open Until Filled | No
Job Open Date | 06/16/2026
Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.) |
Open Until Filled | No
Our Common Ground Statement
The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.
The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.
Position Information
Position Title | Sustainability PC3 X
Posting Number | S6157PO
Department | Office of Sustainability/11110
Position Number | 00021438
Percent of Full-Time | 1.0
Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE | 37.5
Term (months per year) | 12
Posting Number | S6157PO
Department | Office of Sustainability/11110
Position Number | 00021438
Percent of Full-Time | 1.0
Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE | 37.5
Term (months per year) | 12
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