Sustainability Specialist

Brock University is located on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples, many of whom continue to live and work here today. This territory is covered by the Upper Canada Treaties and is within the land protected by the Dish with One Spoon Wampum Agreement.We are one of Canada’s outstanding comprehensive universities, where excellence and innovation thrive Brock has been recognized as a Top Employer in Hamilton-Niagara for seven consecutive years. We have been ranked #3 as Canada’s Best Employers and top 10 as one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity. For 2025, Brock has been proudly recognized as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Company Culture, ranked seventh by Forbes in partnership with Statista. At Brock, you will find a welcoming, inclusive community and an exciting range of meaningful career opportunities. Ignite new possibilities for your career. Break through at Brock.Post End Date:February 9, 2026 at 11:59 PMThis job advertisement is to fill an existing vacancy in the Part-Time Contract Positions (Employee Group)The Sustainability and Asset Management division within Facilities Management works to advance sustainability by coordinating projects and initiatives such as energy efficiency, waste diversion, and water conservation, while collaborating with the broader campus community on experiential learning and supporting regulatory compliance and reporting.Tasks & Responsibilities:The Sustainability Specialist will support Facilities Management staff in advancing several sustainability initiatives on campus. This includes developing content and managing social media, planning events, and creating materials to raise sustainability awareness. The position will assist with data collection and submission for university sustainability reporting and ranking frameworks, such as STARS and THE Impact Rankings. Additional responsibilities may include conducting research on environmental and sustainability topics, supporting regulatory compliance and reporting related to emissions, waste, and institutional programs, assisting with LEED certifications, promoting sustainability competitions, and contributing to program development and integration with academic partners. While some work may require time outdoors or in mechanical spaces, most tasks will be performed in an office environment.Qualifications:Working toward a degree (Master’s or final-year undergraduate) in environmental sustainability, environmental studies, environmental engineering, business with an environmental focus, or a related field.Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.Ability to exercise sound judgment, prioritize tasks, and remain organized.Creative and critical thinking abilities.Ability to work collaboratively and independently in a proactive manner.Analytical and mathematical skills are an asset.Experience working in a fast-paced environment with multiple competing priorities.Experience engaging with individuals from diverse academic backgrounds.Familiarity with sustainability reporting frameworks (, AASHE STARS, THE Impact Rankings) is an asset.Understanding of environmental sustainability in a post-secondary context is an asset.Familiarity with federal and provincial environmental legislation and regulationJob Type: Full Time, Temporary.Employment Period: A period of up to 16 weeks. Exact start date TBD.Availability: 35 hours/per week, regular business hours are Monday-Friday 8:00-4:00 and will most likely be a hybrid position with a minimum of 3 days on site at the St. Catharines main campus.Salary Range: $ to $ hourEligibility requirements include:Youth be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of the employment;Must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the for the duration of the employment; and,Must have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulationWe are committed to offering flexible work arrangements where possible as outlined in our . As a student-centered organization, all employees are required to work on campus as needed.Brock University is committed to creating a respectful and equitable workplace. We strive to foster a culture of diversity and inclusion in our work and learning environments. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, Indigenous Peoples, people who identify as Black, African and/or Caribbean, as racialized and/or as from ethnic and cultural minority groups, and other underrepresented demographic groups at Brock and in the Niagara region. Brock also recognizes intersectionality and the interconnected identities, histories, and experiences of these aforementioned groups.We are committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, and we accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitmentprocess, as outlined in ourand consistent with the requirements of the Ontario Human Rights contact if you require a disability related accommodation so we can ensure your participation needs are met.Brock University does not use AI Technology at any stage of the recruitment process.We appreciate all applications received. Candidates that are selected for an interview will be contacted.Learn more about Brock University by visiting .