Environmental and Sustainability Specialist

The Illinois School District U-46 is seeking an Environmental and Sustainability Specialist to assist with planning and managing environmental health and energy projects. Responsibilities include conducting energy audits, preparing reports, managing incentive applications, and ensuring compliance with environmental initiatives. The role requires strong collaboration skills and a background in energy or environmental fields. This is a full-time, on-site position based in Elgin, IL.
JobID: 43128

Position Type:
Support Staff - Operational Depts/Specialist

Date Posted:
3/6/2026

Location:
Plant Operations

Date Available:
ASAP

Closing Date:
Until Filled

Position / Title:Environmental and Sustainability Specialist

Bargaining Unit: Non-Union

Department/Location: Plant Operations

Work Days: 261

Reports To: Environmental and Sustainability Coordinator

JD Revision Date: 02/06/2026

Supervises: N/A

Function / Position Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to assist in the planning, coordinating, and managing multi-disciplinary environmental health and life safety (HLS) and energy related projects across the district. Follow Board policies and industry best practices while promoting safe and energy-efficient learning environments. The ability to work in a collaborative environment is essential as this position will interface with various stakeholders.

Job Duties / Responsibilities
• Complete onsite energy audits of district buildings during both occupied and unoccupied times.
• Identify opportunities to improve the operation, maintenance, or energy efficiency of the buildings/processes/systems.
• Prepare audit reports containing energy analysis results and recommendations for energy cost savings.
• Manage and complete incentive applications and follow through to district reimbursement.
• Analyze and report records of all utilities and track and report trend usage.
• Develop, implement and manage energy conservation measures and provide necessary training to district staff.
• Make recommendations regarding building automation system (BAS) schedules as required.
• Provide project coordination and implementation assistance with environmental compliance initiatives including AHERA compliance, pest control, and safety.
• Be the subject matter expert for safety data sheets (SDS) management system and energy tracking software.
• In absence of the Coordinator, respond to 24-hour emergency calls, take appropriate action to address environmental or safety incidents.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent knowledge gained through a combination of education and work experience preferred.

Experience / Knowledge
• Excellent computer skills, proficient with Microsoft Office and Google Suite, and comfortable learning new software.
• Ability to set goals and establish methods of achieving them.
• Strong people and process management skills.
• Background or career experience in energy, environmental, HVAC, with project oversight preferred.
• Operate and conduct analysis in a busy environment with exposure to constant noise and communication.
• Valid Illinois Driver's License is required.

Physical Demand
• Travel throughout the district in support of the department's operations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, bend and kneel for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift file boxes weighing up to 50 pounds.

Terms of Employment
• This is a 12-month position. Salary and benefits as established by the Board of Education. This position will require a flexible schedule.
• The salary range for this position is $54,742.00 - $82,139.00. Our typical practice is to hire in between the minimum and midpoint. ($68,457.00)

Attachment(s):
• Non-Union 12 Month Benefit Sheet.pdf