Sustainability Program Coordinator Infrastructure, Planning & Management

Full-Time Continuing (35 hours per week) MSU Band E (Steps 1-8) : $31.411 - $45.672 per hour. $57,168 - $83,122 per annum (Based on 35 hours per week). January 11, 2026

Category : Full-Time Continuing (35 hours per week)

MSU Band E (Steps 1-8) : $31.411 - $45.672 per hour. $57,168 - $83,122 per annum (Based on 35 hours per week).

Closing Date : January 11, 2026

About Us

MacEwan University is where caring faculty help people connect their passions to their future paths. Located in the heart of Edmonton's diverse and dynamic downtown community, and on the traditional lands of Treaty 6 First Nations and homelands of the Métis people, MacEwan is known for exceptional undergraduate learning. With its dedication to teaching excellence, informed by scholarly research, innovation, and creative activity, MacEwan provides an exceptional collaborative and supportive learning environment with a commitment to human rights, environmental sustainability, and opportunities for community engagement. We are committed to creating an equitable, diverse, inclusive, and welcoming community for all peoples, cultures, and identities.

Our comprehensive undergraduate university offers 55 programs to more than 20,000 full- and part-time students in business, communications, community and human services, design, fine and performing arts, health, humanities, natural science, nursing, public safety, and social science. Through a wide array of experiential learning opportunities, and strategic relationships in the community, we partner with others to produce graduates of stature. Along with a robust grounding in their chosen disciplines, MacEwan students are given durable life skills that prepare them to take on the world.

MacEwan University is seeking a Sustainability Program Coordinator for a full-time continuing opportunity with the Infrastructure, Planning and Management department.

Reporting to the Manager, Sustainability, the Sustainability Program Coordinator provides support and coordination of sustainability activities for the University. You will assist with developing, coordinating, implementing, and promoting sustainable practices and initiatives across campus to reduce environmental impact and promote a culture of sustainability among students, faculty, and staff. This role requires an individual who is passionate about sustainability, possesses excellent communication skills, and can inspire and lead change.

Key responsibilities include :

• Designing, implementing, and maintaining a data collection system / process to solicit community feedback, track key sustainability performance indicators, and inform future sustainability efforts, ensuring data is collected in a consistent and standardized manner;
• Developing and maintaining a comprehensive database to track institution-wide sustainability efforts for easy access and reporting; this includes, but is not limited to, details on date, initiatives undertaken, timelines, parties involved, area of the university, magnitude of impact;
• Under the direction of the Manager, Sustainability, developing, coordinating and implementing programs, presentations, demonstrations, workshops or other activities for students and staff that advance sustainability practices and align with the institution’s sustainability goals and values; these initiatives may include, but are not limited to, energy efficiency projects, waste reduction, composting and recycling programs, water conservation efforts, and green building practices;
• Seeking opportunities to collaborate with various departments, including facilities, procurement, and academic units to encourage considerations for integrating sustainability principles and practices into their daily operations and longer-term planning;
• Creating and distributing educational materials, such as brochures, pamphlets, brochures, and online resources, that inform the campus community about sustainable practices and initiatives; and
• Using various communication channels, including newsletters, social media, the MacEwan Sustainability website, and public presentations to keep the campus community informed about sustainability efforts and achievements, and adheres to the visual and branding guidelines of the institution and liaises with the Office of Communications and Marketing and Web Services to ensure alignment.

Skills

You will have :

Qualifications

When you become part of the MacEwan University team, you will enjoy a competitive salary. Our total compensation package includes :

This position is included under the MacEwan Staff Union Collective Agreement.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

MacEwan University is committed to fostering the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion within our community, and we are dedicated to removing barriers that have been historically encountered and are currently experienced by some members of our society. We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, visible minorities, women, persons with disabilities, sexual and gender minorities, and members of all equity-deserving groups. We believe that the diversity of our students, staff, and faculty serves as a strength of our institution and benefit to society. We are committed to ensuring full and inclusive participation for all in our community.

Accessibility Statement

We strive to provide an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, beginning with the hiring process. If you require accommodation, we want to ensure you have the support you need to showcase your abilities. Please contact humanresources@macewan.ca and we will support you to the best of our ability.

Personal Information Collection Notification

The personal information collected through MacEwan University’s application for employment and is used to determine your qualifications for employment. If your application progresses to the next stage of the hiring process, this information may be shared with non-HR members of the hiring committee and interview panel. This collection is authorized by section 4(c) of the Protection of Privacy Act. For questions about the collection of personal information, contact Human Resources at careers@macewan.ca or phone (780) 497-5434.

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