Resource Conservation Manager

Salary $72,000.00 - $82,000.00 Annually Location Mount Vernon Campus, Mount Vernon, WA Job Type Exempt Job Number E26-019 Department Facilities Opening Date 09/16/2026 DESCRIPTION

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Position Summary The Opportunity:

Under the direction of the Executive Director of Facilities & Capital Projects, this position is responsible for the development, implementation, and management of resource conservation programs for Skagit Valley College (SVC). Resource conservation, sustainability, and active energy management programs will be developed for both the Mount Vernon & Whidbey Island Campuses as well as the various centers, sites, and buildings managed by SVC across Skagit and Island Counties. The RCM is responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance with the State of Washington Clean Building Performance Standard (CBPS), MS4 stormwater permit management, including annual reporting, clean air agency permitting and reporting requirements, and space planning assessment for the efficient use of classroom and office space resources. The RCM will monitor and analyze energy resources, water and waste-related utilities consumed at each facility; develop and implement active energy management plans and waste reduction practices; provide education and training for facility occupants, maintenance, custodial and administrative staff; collaborate with the college sustainability committee to create and promote a strong resource conservation and recycling ethic among SVC stakeholders. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position working 40 hours per week, 12 months a year. This position works on-site at the Mount Vernon Campus in Washington.

About SVC:

Established in 1926, Skagit Valley College is a comprehensive community college within the Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges (SBCTC), providing associates and bachelor's degrees, as well as certificates, in high-quality academic transfer pathways, workforce training, basic education for adults, and lifelong learning opportunities. Our equity goals align with SBCTC's Vision statement; "Leading with racial equity, our colleges maximize student potential and transform lives within a culture of belonging that advances racial, social, and economic justice in service to our diverse communities." SVC's commitment to equity and social justice drives our collective work to increase access to higher education, inspire student learning and achievement, and strengthen our diverse community. We embrace equity through our core themes of access, achievement, and community by pursuing the continuous examination and revision of norms, policies, and practices to foster the success of all. SVC aspires to reflect the diverse racial, ethnic, and linguistic demographics in the district, particularly a growing Latinx population. As an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) SVC seeks equity minded leadership, faculty, and staff that are committed to inclusive practices and to diverse environments where students from all backgrounds can thrive via multidisciplinary collaboration and the implementation of an array of services. Candidates representing all aspects of diversity are encouraged to apply.

Mission:

Skagit Valley College cultivates student learning and achievement; contributes to the educational, personal, and economic success of students; and promotes equitable and thriving communities.

Vision:

The primary focus of Skagit Valley College is student-centered teaching and learning.

We are committed to:

Equitable student outcomes in access, achievement, and community;

Our Guiding Principles;

Decisions based on strategy and evidence;

The development of our employees;

A diverse and inclusive college community where everyone belongs.

The Location:

Skagit Valley College is on the traditional and unceded territories of the Coast Salish People's, especially on Swinomish Indian Tribal Community, Upper Skagit Indian Tribe, Samish Indian Nation, Nooksack Indian Tribe and Sauk-Suiattle Indian Tribe. Located in a geographically diverse region between the dynamic metropolitan hubs of Seattle and Vancouver, BC, SVC is never far from world-class outdoor recreation, urban arts scenes, and local cultural events. SVC serves our local communities with a campus in Mount Vernon, Oak Harbor on Whidbey Island, and centers in Friday Harbor, a Marine Technology Center in Anacortes, and a Brewing Academy in Burlington.

Guiding Principles:

Respect, Integrity, Open and Honest Communication, Collaboration, and Compassion.

Skagit Valley College offers:

An unrelenting focus on our mission to improve the lives of our students and to strengthen our diverse community.

Support for innovative teaching, learning, and scholarship.

Exciting opportunities for personal and career growth.

Diverse cultural and environmental benefits of rural, suburban and urban lifestyles.

Friendly, supportive, and diverse work environments.

Excellent benefits including competitive leave packages and an array of health, dental, vision, and retirement plans to meet your current and future needs. Duties and Responsibilities Active Energy Management & Utility Budget Cost Controls Expected Outcomes & Measures of Success SVC is hiring a Resource Conservation Manager (RCM) to control & manage utility costs, optimize building automation systems, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Below are some of the performance metrics that will be followed and scrutinized to verify goals and milestones are being met.

Direct Utility Cost Reduction:

The primary benchmark is 5-15% energy savings within two years.

Billing Error Recovery:

The dollar amount of refunds or credits secured through historical utility bill auditing. Review and monitor utility billings; audit bills and verify charges; investigate and recommend correction of any abnormal resource use; manage billing error recovery process in partnership with business office, report apparent faulty systems to the Assistant Director of Facilities and monitor completion of corrective actions;

Review and monitor lease agreements to verify monthly payments for utility reimbursement and facilities support services are received and deposited in the correct operating budget;

Document and analyze predicted cost savings for identified reduction/efficiency measures, and monitor performance through trending & analysis;

Act as liaison between internal facilities staff, ATS Automation, occupancy scheduling, and the SVC campus community to maximize off-peak savings during low occupancy periods;

Identify and prioritize recommendations for practical and effective no-cost/low-cost energy and resource-saving measures. Present recommendations to facilities department leadership team for consideration & implementation;

Facilitate application for... and securing of... external capital through grants, utility rebates, and state-level sustainability funding. Clean Building Performance Standard & Regulatory Compliance Develop and maintain an energy/utility database, perform trend/use analysis, and develop plans to maximize efficiency; keep the Energy Star Portfolio Manager (ESPM) tool updated and advise the Executive Director and other administrators on the CBPS compliance and district's utility costs and consumption; develop tools to report resource use for each facility;

Participate in the implementation of targeted building operation, maintenance, and equipment efficiency measures and upgrades. Including driving compliance with CBPS Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Program and Energy Management Plan (EMP);

Develop, audit, update, and enter monthly utility consumption data into full-featured utility tracking databases like ESPM and Skyspark. Verify data is recorded properly, and ESPM is recording data required for compliance with CBPS. Act as primary point of contact with utility companies, ATS Automation, the Department of Commerce, and DES Energy Services for energy conservation, clean building performance, grant/rebates and green power initiatives;

Maintain, update, and utilize mandatory reporting tools like

ENERGY STAR

Portfolio Manager to compare campus performance against peer institutions. (EUI): Monitor total electricity and natural gas use per square foot of campus area;

Collaborate with DES Energy Services staff to ensure building and campus data in

ENERGY STAR

Portfolio Manager supports their annual Green House Gas emission and carbon reduction reporting requirements;

Prepare annual Clean Air