Director, Energy and Sustainability

ECU Health is hiring a Director of Energy and Sustainability in Greenville, NC, to lead sustainability initiatives across healthcare operations. The role involves developing a sustainability strategy, improving energy efficiency, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Candidates should have a relevant degree, at least 7 years of experience in energy management or sustainability, and strong project management skills. The position requires regular travel to various ECU Health facilities.
Position Summary

ECU Health is committed to advancing sustainability and environmental stewardship across our healthcare operations and facilities while supporting our mission to improve the health and well-being of eastern North Carolina communities. We are seeking a Director of Energy and Sustainability to lead our comprehensive sustainability initiatives while ensuring alignment with healthcare industry standards and regulatory requirements.

In this role, you will develop and execute ECU Health's sustainability strategy across our healthcare facilities portfolio, driving measurable improvements in energy efficiency, carbon reduction, and environmental performance. You will collaborate with clinical teams, facility management, and executive leadership to integrate sustainability practices into daily operations while maintaining the highest standards of patient care and safety.

This position is based in Greenville, North Carolina, with regular travel to ECU Health facilities throughout eastern North Carolina.

Minimum Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Environmental Science, Sustainability, or related technical field
• Minimum 7 years of experience in energy management or sustainability, preferably in healthcare or critical infrastructure environments
• Professional certifications such as CEM (Certified Energy Manager), LEED AP, or equivalent preferred
• Deep understanding of healthcare facility operations, including critical systems, infection control requirements, and regulatory compliance
• Experience with energy management systems, building automation, and utility data analysis
• Knowledge of healthcare environmental regulations including EPA, OSHA, and Joint Commission standards
• Proven track record of delivering measurable energy savings and sustainability improvements
• Strong project management skills with experience managing capital improvement projects
• Excellent analytical skills with proficiency in energy modeling and financial analysis tools
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills for engaging diverse stakeholder groups
• Ability to work collaboratively with clinical staff while respecting patient care priorities
• Experience with sustainability reporting frameworks and carbon accounting methodologies
• Willingness to travel throughout eastern North Carolina to ECU Health facilities
• Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in related field, experience in healthcare facility management or clinical operations, knowledge of North Carolina utility markets and renewable energy opportunities, and familiarity with healthcare waste management and pharmaceutical disposal regulations
• Experience with ENERGY STAR certification and healthcare facility benchmarking
• Understanding of healthcare emergency preparedness and business continuity planning
• Experience working in rural or regional healthcare system
• Core Competencies: Strategic Vision - Develops long-term sustainability strategies aligned with ECU Health's mission and community focus, Healthcare Focus - Understands unique challenges and opportunities within healthcare environments, Results Orientation - Delivers measurable improvements in energy performance and environmental impact, Collaborative Leadership - Works effectively across clinical and non-clinical departments, Regulatory Awareness - Maintains compliance with healthcare environmental and safety standards, Innovation - Identifies and implements cutting-edge sustainability solutions appropriate for healthcare settings, Community Engagement - Connects sustainability initiatives with ECU Health's commitment to serving eastern North Carolina, and Stakeholder Engagement - Builds consensus among diverse groups including clinical staff, administrators, and external partners

Pay Range

$117665.60 - $171508.48

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About ECU Health Medical Center

ECU Health Medical Center, one of four academic medical centers in North Carolina, is the 974-bed flagship hospital for ECU Health and serves as the primary teaching hospital for The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University. ECU Health Medical Center has achieved Magnet® designation twice and provides acute and intermediate care, rehabilitation and outpatient health services to a 29-county region that is home to more than 1.4 million people.

General Statement

It is the goal of ECU Health and its entities to employ the most qualified individual who best matches the requirements for the vacant position.

Offers of employment are subject to successful completion of all pre-employment screenings, which may include an occupational health screening, criminal record check, education, reference, and licensure verification.

We value diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Decisions of employment are made based on business needs, job requirements and applicant’s qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information and testing, family and medical leave, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other status protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint.