Salary: Depends on Qualifications

Location: San Bernardino, CA

Job Type: Full-Time

Division: Administration & Finance

Job Number: 2018-00002

Closing: 1/6/2019 12:00 AM Pacific

Overview 

Another Source is assisting California State University, San Bernardino, in recruiting an Energy and Sustainability Manager to join their team.

California State University, San Bernardino is a preeminent center of intellectual and cultural activity in Inland Southern California. Opened in 1965 and set at the foothills of the beautiful San Bernardino Mountains, the university serves more than 20,000 students each year and graduates about 4,000 students annually.

Cal State San Bernardino is listed among the best colleges and universities in the western United States, according to The Princeton Review, Forbes and U.S. News and World Report, in their respective annual rankings.

Sustainability at CSUSB: https://www.csusb.edu/sustainability

CSU impact on sustainability: https://www2.calstate.edu/impact-of-the-csu/sustainability

This position offers a competitive salary and attractive benefits package including a tuition assistance program within the CSU. Benefits include but are not limited to: a vacation accrual, paid holidays; excellent choice of medical, dental and vision insurance, long term disability coverage, life insurance; and retirement benefits.

Under the general direction of the Associate Vice President of Facilities Planning & Management, plans, manages, administers and evaluates the University’s energy management and sustainability programs and utility budget.  Manages and executes sustainable projects around the campus to establish CSUSB as a leader in sustainability and energy management within the CSU system and at the state, regional, and national levels.

The incumbent is responsible for providing direction and leadership to the entire campus in the area of sustainability, energy management, utility supply and demand, energy conservation, including the operations, maintenance, repair, installations, and improvements of the campus utility infrastructure, central plant, and campus HVAC.  The incumbent will research, coordinate and identify environmental stewardship best practices.  Develops operational implementation guidelines and manages the process for sustainability practices and the communication of results.

Employment Status: Full-time, “exempt” position.

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

This position will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.

Please note: 
“Please attach a cover letter, resume (or curricula vitae) and diversity statement. The diversity statement may include your interpretation of diversity, inclusion, gender equity and must include specific examples of how your educational/professional experiences, background/philosophy has prepared you for the role you are applying for at California State University, San Bernardino. (Maximum 250 words)”

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Typical Activities 

Duties may include but are not limited to, the following:

Utilities and Energy Management:

• Evaluate capital project designs for energy impacts, perform energy audits, identify project and funding requirements, prepare work scope and contract documents, review as-built drawings and O&M manuals, assure system commissioning, and develop design standards;
• Develop utility budgets and forecasts, monitor and analyze costs/usage and markets, recommend procurement strategies, apply energy conservation policy, and investigate new technologies;
• Ensure that all available rebates and/or grants are pursed to facilitate the reduction of campus operating costs;
•  Identify energy conservation opportunities taking into account system interaction, utility rate structure, equipment life expectancy, maintenance, impact on building operation and relative payback;
• Provide technical support to the maintenance and operations program, review HVAC and building automation operations, recommend schedule and control strategies to maximize central plant efficiency;
• Ensure that energy management operations support the academic mission of the University, with an emphasis on the University’s special-use facilities;
• Promote environmental stewardship consistent with University goals in this area;
• Interact with local utility companies and various state and federal agencies to stay abreast of current trends;
• Recommend strategies for cost-effective procurement of electricity;
• Prioritize resources to determine which energy conservation measures should be undertaken-identifying the initial cost, total savings, rate of return, and the benefits and liabilities of each energy conservation opportunity;
• Monitor changes in the utility rate structure to ensure that energy savings are properly reflected in energy costs seen by management;
• Document energy savings and cost avoidance to management to receive continued support of the program;
• Work with internal operating staff, consultant engineers and utility companies to develop a comprehensive plan for energy conservation;
• Serve as the University liaison with the Chancellor’s Office to evaluate energy programs and partnership opportunities;
• Responsible for University adherence to the California State University energy policies, procedures, objectives, and safety standards;
• Serve on committees and task forces both within the department with amongst outside agencies; and
• Other duties as assigned.

Sustainability:

• Research, establish and develop sustainable technologies, services, projects, strategies, and prepare recommendations including feasibility studies identifying funding sources where appropriate;
• Manage and develop public relation and educational content as it relates to sustainability;
• Serve as the University liaison with the Chancellor’s Office on sustainability;
• Responsible for University sustainability legislations/regulation and policy;
• Monitor Federal and State regulatory and congressional proceedings;
• Work with Federal and State government and regulatory agencies to represent CSUSB’s interests;
• Evaluate waste management practices and work toward zero waste goals;
• Develop and implement water management plans and water conservation programming to improve campus water use efficiency;
• Work with the campus community on programming around sustainability including participation in intercampus competitions such as Recyclemania, Campus Conservation Nationals, etc.;
• Manage Sustainability data and progress toward reaching Climate Leadership Commitments;
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Energy Management, sustainability-related disciplines, Business Administration, Public Administration or related field(s) and/or the equivalent combination of education and experience as outlined below:
• Minimum of four years’ experience in Sustainability/Environmental related programs, or progressively responsible experience in managing complex or technical Environmental programs.
• Minimum of three years of budget accounting or other related experience with the preparation and presentation of financial reports.
• Other relevant experience includes closely replaced energy conservation program development work for a utility, government entity, or commercial enterprise.
• Work experience in an academic setting, ideally Higher Education and possession of a Certified Professional Engineering (PE), and/or Energy Manager or related license is preferred.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of people.  Duties may involve the use of a state vehicle which would necessitate possession of a valid California driver’s license and the successful completion of the campus Defensive Driving examination.

Physical Requirements:
Must be able to lift, lower, push, and pull loads ranging in weight from 5-60 lbs.; must be able to carry loads ranging from 20-50 lbs. for distances up to 20 feet; must be capable of kneeling, reaching overhead, climbing stairs and ladders, walking, twisting, stooping, and bending; depending upon the project, employee may spend 20-50% of day sitting, 20-50% of day standing, 20-50% of day walking.

Supplemental Information 

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

The person holding this position is considered a `mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

California State University, San Bernardino is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.  We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status.

This position may be “Designated” under California State University’s Conflict of Interest Code. This would require the filing of a Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis and the completion of training within 6 months of assuming office and every 2 years thereafter.  Visit the Human Resources Conflict of Interest webpage link for additional information: http://hrd.csusb.edu/conflictInterest.html

This position adheres to CSU policies against Sex Discrimination, Sexual Harassment, and Sexual Violence, including Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, and Stalking. This requires completion of Sexual Violence Prevention Training within 6 months of assuming employment and on a two-year basis thereafter. (Executive Order 1096)

Benefits

You have medical, dental and vision plans from which to choose coverage.  You may cover yourself and your eligible spouse or domestic partner and children.  You are eligible to enroll in coverage if you are appointed at least half-time and for more than six months.  If you enroll on a timely basis, coverage begins on the first of the month after your date of hire.  You also may enroll during any annual open enrollment period.

HEALTH CARE

Medical Benefits – You have a choice of several Health Maintenance Organizations (HMOs), depending on location, or Preferred Plan Provider (PPO) insurance plans through the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS)).  You and the CSU share the cost of coverage, with the CSU paying the greater portion of the monthly premium.  You may pay your portion of the cost on a pre-tax basis through the Tax Advantage Premium Plan (TAPP).

Dental Benefits – You may choose between two dental plans:  a traditional indemnity (fee-for-service) plan allowing you to see almost any dental provider, or a “dental HMO” plan offering a network of dentists from which to choose.  Currently, the CSU pays the full dental premium for you and your eligible dependents.

Vision Benefits – Vision coverage includes an annual eye exam, and glasses or contact lenses every other year.  Currently, the CSU pays the full vision premium for you and your eligible dependents.

Cobra Benefits – If you lose your eligibility for medical, dental, and vision benefits under specified circumstances (for example, you leave employment with the CSU), the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1986 (COBRA) and the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1989 (OBRA) allows you to continue to receive health care coverage at your expense.  You and your dependents can receive COBRA benefits for up to 18, 29 or 36 months, depending on the circumstances.

FLEXIBLE BENEFITS PLANS

FlexCash – If you waive the CSU medical and/or dental coverage because you have other non-CSU coverage, you can receive additional cash in your paycheck each month.  You will be taxed on this additional income.  Currently, you can receive $128 FlexCash per month if you waive medical coverage and $12 FlexCash per month if you waive dental coverage.

INCOME PROTECTION BENEFITS

Long-Term Disability Insurance (LTD) – Long-Term Disability Insurance (LTD) replaces part of your income should you be disabled more than 180 days, regardless of the cause.  LTD is designed to supplement other sources of disability benefits, including IDL, Social Security, CAL PERS retirement or any other group disability plan.  The plan pays 66 2/3 percent of your salary, up to a maximum benefit of $10,000 per month.

SURVIVOR PROTECTION BENEFITS

Life and Accidental, Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance – The CSU provides you with $100,000 of basic term life insurance coverage and $100,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance coverage.  The CSU pays the full cost of this coverage; however, the value of any coverage over $50,000 is considered taxable “imputed income”.  You have the option of waiving coverage above $50,000.  Coverage is automatic and effective on the first of the month after your date of hire.

ADDITIONAL CSU BENEFITS

CSU Fee Waiver Program – If you are a full-time employee, you are eligible each term to waive certain fees at a CSU campus for a maximum of two courses or six units, whichever is greater.  You may transfer your fee waiver benefit to your spouse, domestic partner, or child, however, not all of the fees may be waived or reduced for your dependents.

RETIREMENT PLANS

CalPERS Retirement Plan – The California Public Employees Retirement System is a defined benefit retirement plan that provides lifetime benefits based on members’ years of service, age, and final compensation. Full-time employees appointed for at least six months, or part-time employees working at least half-time and appointed for at least one year, are automatically enrolled in the CalPERS Retirement Plan.

Depending on hire and/or membership date, employees are placed in one of three retirement formulas.  Each formula determines the employee contribution rate, and the benefit factor and final compensation period used to calculate retirement allowance.

Retirement Plans

Employee Contribution 
2% @ 55.  2% @ 60. 5% less a $513 exclusion.  2% @ 62 (there is not an exclusion) is 6.75% for contribution.

MPP Public Safety
3% at 50
(12 months highest consecutive compensation)
2.5% at 55
(36 month average compensation)
2.5% at 57
(36 month consecutive, subject to cap)

Employee 

Contribution8% of monthly salary, less an exclusion allowance of $2388% of monthly salary, less an exclusion allowance of $2389% of monthly salary, less an exclusion allowance of $238

Pre-Tax Savings Plans – As a CSU employee, you have three voluntary retirement savings plans available to you, which allow you to invest pre-tax dollars to supplement your CalPERS Retirement Plan benefit.  They are:

• The CSU 403(b) Tax Sheltered Annuity (TSA) Plan
• The Savings Plus 401(k) Thrift Plan
• The Savings Plus 457 Deferred Compensation Plan

You may participate in any or all of the plans.  Each is governed by a different section of the IRS Code resulting in different rules and provisions.

TIME-OFF BENEFITS – (Paid Leave)

Holidays – The CSU offers employees 14 paid holidays each year; 13 scheduled on specific days and one you may take any time during the year.

Vacation – You earn two vacation days (16 hours) per qualifying monthly pay period.  If you have less than 10 years of service with the CSU, you can accrue up to a maximum of 384 hours (48 days); if you have more than 10 years, the maximum is 440 hours (55 days).  Part-time employees accrue vacation on a prorated basis.

Sick Leave – For each month of continuous service, you accumulate eight hours of credit for sick leave with pay.  Part-time employees accrue sick leave on a prorated basis.

Maternity/Paternity/Adoption Leave – You are eligible for 30 days of paid maternity/paternity/ adoption leave starting within 60 days of the arrival of your new child.