Facilities Sustainability Manager

Job Title

Facilities Sustainability Manager (Full-Time, Term)

About the University

At the University of Lethbridge, we speak in perspectives.

We are located in the heart of traditional Blackfoot Confederacy territory in southern Alberta with campuses in Lethbridge and Calgary. ULethbridge is more than a place to learn — it's a place to build a career and make a lasting impact. We are one of Canada's top universities and leading research institutions with more than 8,000 undergraduate and graduate students. We are an inclusive university that values diverse experiences and backgrounds. Our people are our greatest strength, and we are dedicated to fostering growth and success for all of our people.

Together, we transform lives and communities.

Position Details

The University of Lethbridge is seeking a Facilities Sustainability Manager ideally starting in January 2026. This is a 3-year Term appointment.

The University of Lethbridge is committed to environmental stewardship, energy efficiency, and sustainable campus development. The Facilities Sustainability Manager will play a key leadership role in aligning our infrastructure operations with institutional sustainability goals. They will advance the University's Strategic Plan and Sustainability Action Plan by embedding sustainability into campus operations, capital projects and community engagement. This person will further support institutional sustainability tracking, monitoring and reporting, and identify opportunities for communication and celebration of sustainability efforts and achievements.

Reporting to the Director of Facility Operations and Maintenance, this role will lead cross-functional initiatives to reduce environmental impact, increase operational efficiency, and engage the campus community in sustainable practices. This position specifically addresses sustainability initiatives as they relate to energy use and production, water management, land use management, building construction and operations, and waste management and recycling.

The University of Lethbridge is undertaking a job classification and compensation review for Administrative Professional Officer (APO) positions. As such, the salary range currently assigned for this position may be adjusted as a result of this project.

Position Qualifications

Education:

Minimum:

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Sciences/Studies, Engineering, Architecture, Facilities Management, or a related discipline.

Preferred:

• A Masters Degree in a relevant field.

Experience:

Minimum:

• Five years of experience in sustainability, facilities management, or energy systems.

Preferred:

• Experience in sustainability strategies in a large, complex organization, preferably in a postsecondary or public sector.

Certifications/Professional Designations:

Minimum:

• Familiarity with sustainability rating and reporting systems (e.g., LEED, STARS, ISO

Preferred:

• LEED AP or Green Building certification, Certified Energy Manager (CEM), Certificate in Sustainability.

Job-Specific Skills and Technical Knowledge:

Minimum:

• Strong analytical, communication, and report-writing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build consensus across diverse groups.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret data and make evidence based recommendations.

Preferred:

• Experience in institutional or higher education environments.
• Knowledge of Alberta-specific regulations, energy codes and climate adaptation frameworks.

Other:

The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check.

Starting Salary Range (at 1.0 FTE)

$65, $81,963.08 annually

Full Salary Range (at 1.0 FTE)

$65, $98,772.99 annually (APO - Grade 3)

Campus

Lethbridge

Employment Group

APO

Position Category

Other