Energy & Climate Outreach Coordinator

Weber State University

Ogden, UT

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Alternative Energy, Apiary/Beekeeping, Background Investigation, Climate Change, Communication Skills, Community Development, Community Programs, Community Support, Computer Terminals, Conservation, Data Analysis, Depth Perception, Driver's License, English Language, Environmental Sciences, Geography, Heavy Equipment/Vehicles, Higher Education, Interpersonal Skills, Multilingual, Multitasking, Nonprofit, Organizational Skills, Political Science, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Public Policy, Research Skills, Small Business, Social Media, Social Sciences, Spanish Language, Strategic Planning, Sustainability, Team Player, Technical Writing, Time Management, Volunteer Management, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Ogden, UT
POSTED
2 days ago

Position Details

WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity

Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Position Information

Position Title Energy & Climate Outreach Coordinator Requisition Number S02421P Position Category Staff Campus Location Off Campus Hours per week 40 Months per year 12 Alternate work schedule

May work up to one day per week from home most weeks, if this arrangements works with departmental objectives and staff member demonstrates ability to complete tasks from home.

Pay Grade E31 Salary FLSA Exempt Job Summary/Basic Function

The Energy & Outreach Coordinator is responsible for leading statewide outreach, engagement, and implementation of locally-driven solutions that reduce climate pollution emissions, support communities, and advance clean energy and water conservation. This role plays a key part in the co-development and implementation of the Weber State Sustainability Solutions (WSSSI) initiative, working towards delivering on the State Beehive Emissions Reduction Plan deliverables, and reaching the university's goal to help the region strive for carbon neutrality by 2050.

Reporting to the Sustainability Programs & Engagement Manager, and working closely with the Community Engagement Coordinator, the position will be responsible for planning and implementing community-based programs, education, and outreach throughout Utah-with special emphasis on serving rural and low-income, disadvantaged communities (LIDAC). Outreach and education will include promoting climate-friendly practices, supporting community (e.g., residential, small business, etc.) energy upgrades, coordinating workshops and building collaborative partnerships with municipalities, public, private, and nonprofit organizations.

The position is highly collaborative and mission-driven position focused on sustainability education, implementation and public outreach. This position is a yearly-contract position, contingent on the continuation of the current multi-year grant funding and may require occasional evening or weekend hours for events or community engagement. Travel within the state of Utah is required.

Required Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelor's degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience, in Sustainability, Environmental Science/Studies, Geography, Social Science, Political Science, Public Policy, Energy, Education, or a closely related field
  • One year of related experience that includes experience in developing and delivering community-facing programs or educational content.
  • Valid driver's license, willingness and ability to travel across the state of Utah as needed

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred:

  • Three or more years of experience in community outreach, sustainability education, or public engagement
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish (spoken and written)
  • Strong communication skills, including technical writing, public speaking, and interpersonal communication
  • Familiarity with sustainability-related topics such as clean energy, water conservation, climate change, or environmental justice
  • Experience designing and producing outreach and educational materials across multiple formats (print, web, social media, etc.)
  • One or more years of experience supervising or coordinating volunteers, interns, or staff
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to thrive in a team-oriented, collaborative work environment
  • Strong organizational, planning, and research skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
  • Experience developing and executing strategic outreach or communication plans

A successful candidate will be willing to Background Check? Yes Benefits Summary

WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Posting Detail Information

Job Open Date 07/22/2026 Review Date 08/07/2026 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Notes to Applicant

If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you. The annual salary for this position starts at $44,000 and may go up from there depending on candidate qualifications. The position comes with a generous benefits package.

To apply, please complete the online application and attach a cover letter, current resume, self-written writing sample (other document 1), example of outreach materials such as flyers or brochures you've created (other document 2), and the names and contact information for three professional references.

For qualification determination, your application and/or resume must address the required and preferred qualifications and must contain average number of hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be considered incomplete.

Screening of applications will begin August 7, 2026. Position will remain open until filled.

Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://jobs.weber.edu/postings/28807

ADA Essential Job Function

ADA Essential Job Function

Physical Activity of this position Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles etc., using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Agility is emphasized. Important if the amount and kind of climbing required exceeds that required for ordinary locomotion. - Office location requires climbing stairs, Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine. - To move objects into vehicles when traveling, Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction., Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time. , Moving about to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another., Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward. , Lifting. Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles. - Will be moving tabling equipment for events, Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance., Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. - typing, computer work Physical Requirements of this position Medium work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision. Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading., Required to have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment. , Required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned (i.e., custodial, food services,) or to make general observations of facilities or structures (i.e., security guard, inspection). The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position. The worker is subject to both environmental conditions. Activities occur inside and outside. , The worker is subject to noise. There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above ambient noise level.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

    • How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • jobs.weber.edu

  • KSL

  • Chronicle of Higher Education

  • Higher Ed Jobs

  • Agency Referral

  • Personal Referral

  • Internal Job Posting

  • Advertisement/Publication

  • Other web advertisement

  • Other

    • Do you have or have you ever been issued a W# By Weber State University? Yes or No. If yes, please enter your W# (W followed by eight numbers).

(Open Ended Question)

    • Are you bilingual (English and Spanish)?
  • Yes

  • No

    • Are you able to work weekends on occasion for special events?
  • Yes

  • Potentially

  • No

    • Are you willing to travel as part of this position?

(Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • Other Document 1
  • List of References with Contact Info
  • Other Document 2

Optional Documents

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