Project and Sustainability Associate

Core responsibilities:

• Coordinate sustainability data collection and benchmarking for community college districts, inputting information into AASHE STARS and ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager
• Develop baseline sustainability metrics and tracking systems aligned with California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office Climate Action and Sustainability Goals
• Create comprehensive sustainability reports that identify progress, gaps, and actionable recommendations for community college districts
• Support outreach and communication efforts through website resources and newsletter publications focused on energy conservation and sustainability best practices

This role creates positive change by establishing critical sustainability benchmarks that will guide climate action across California's community college system, serving over 2 million students, while advancing equity and environmental justice through improved campus sustainability.

Required qualifications:

• Knowledge of sustainability concepts, metrics, and frameworks (energy, water, waste, transportation, procurement, GHG accounting, climate adaptation)
• Strong organizational and project management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and stakeholder relationships
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to translate technical information for diverse audiences
• Demonstrated ability to collect, organize, analyze, and present data in meaningful and accessible formats
• Must be physically located in California and authorized to work in the United States

Compensation and perks:

• Fixed monthly stipend of $4000
• $1000 end-of-program financial award
• Health care coverage with 100% of premiums covered by SEI
• 20 personal days for the 10-month fellowship
• Comprehensive career-readiness training including interview prep, salary negotiation, and resume building
• Professional networking opportunities with climate resilience industry professionals
• University of California Climate Stewards Certification

SEI's Climate Corps is an award-winning fellowship program that prepares the next generation of leaders in sustainability and climate action. Facilities Planning & Program Services, Inc. (FPPS) empowers community colleges to achieve their sustainability and climate action goals through strategic planning, energy management, and connecting districts with critical funding and resources.