Job Description Summary
The Sustainability and Energy Manager will lead the identification, development, implementation, and evaluation of approved sustainability initiatives to reduce the environmental impact of MUSC and MUSC Health Charleston Division. This role provides strategic vision, planning, and communication to advance sustainability efforts across the organization and establishes processes and data reporting methods to comply with all required State of South Carolina and Federal reporting related to sustainability and energy conservation.

Entity
Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type
Employee

Worker Sub-Type
Classified

Cost Center
CC000011 Administration

Pay Rate Type
Salary

Pay Grade
University-07

Pay Range
56,210.00 - 80,105.00 - 104,000.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours
40

Work Shift

Job Description

Job Summary:

The Sustainability and Energy Manager reports to the Executive Director of Utilities and Energy with primary responsibility to oversee programs focused on sustainability, strategic energy management, and climate resilience. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Managing assigned special projects

• Identifying, submitting applications, and securing grants to defray expense in energy and resiliency efforts

• Collecting data and preparing reports for internal executive committee, regulatory, and accrediting organization reporting

• Representing MUSC on local and regional boards and committees, as assigned

• Maintain energy utility data for billing, reporting, and forecasting

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning & Policy Development (20%)

• Establish organizational sustainability goals and develop policies aligned with MUSC's mission.

• Implement strategies to address environmental concerns, including energy and water conservation, pollution reduction, recycling, sustainable building design, transportation, and climate resilience.

• Analyze current policies and processes to identify areas for improvement.

• Lead the President's Climate Commitment, developing a science-based Climate Action Plan informed by bi-annual greenhouse gas audits measuring Scope I, II, and III emissions.

• Prepare reports, presentations, and proposals for executive leadership and key stakeholders.

Utility Conservation & Renewable Energy Projects (20%)

• Develop and evaluate projects aimed at reducing utility consumption, greenhouse gas emissions, and costs.

• Establish metrics and monitoring systems to track sustainability goals.

• Advise mechanical, electrical, and HVAC teams on energy conservation strategies.

• Conduct building audits and recommend efficiency improvements.

• Maintain a retro-commissioning program and work toward continuous commissioning goals.

• Manage utility incentive and rebate programs with providers such as Dominion, Duke, and Santee Cooper.

Energy Data Management & Budgeting (20%)

• Oversee $30+ million in utility consumption and cost allocation for chargebacks and budgeting.

• Implement and maintain AIM EM software for financial reporting.

• Develop and maintain utility data reports, graphics, benchmarks, and cost savings targets.

• Prepare annual reports for the SC Energy Office.

• Monitor utility rate schedules.

Strategic Energy Management (10%)

• Develop a Strategic Energy Management (SEM) program integrating energy efficiency into organizational practices.

• Collaborate with energy partners and contractors to achieve SEM milestones.

• Establish and maintain energy-related policies, including a Temperature Policy.

• Lead initiatives such as ISO 50001 Ready certification.

Grant Development & Funding (10%)

• Identify and pursue funding opportunities for sustainability initiatives.

• Manage the grantmaking process, including budgeting, documentation, compliance, and tracking results.

Stakeholder Engagement & Communications (10%)

• Collaborate with internal media teams to foster staff engagement in sustainability efforts.

• Maintain the MUSC Sustainability webpage and social media presence.

• Organize events such as Earth Day and develop in-service training programs.

Community Engagement & Advocacy (10%)

• Represent MUSC sustainability efforts on local and regional boards and committees.

• Partner with public, private, and non-profit organizations to advance campus resilience initiatives.

• Participate in committees, including the City of Charleston Resilience and Sustainability Committee, Charleston Heat Research Team, MUSC Bike Share Committee, and others.

Additional Job Description

Minimum Requirements:

A bachelor's degree and three years relevant program experience.

Preferred Requirements:

CEM or ACEM certification

Physical Requirements:

(Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Frequent) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to hear and/or understand whispered conversations at a distance of 3 feet. (Frequent) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent) Ability to work in dusty areas. (Infrequent)

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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