Sustainability Officer at McGill University

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Position Summary

Reporting to the Associate Director, Sustainability, the Sustainability Officer acts as advisor on sustainability-related topics at McGill, in accordance with the priorities of the McGill Office of Sustainability (MOOS). The main duties of the incumbent involve assessing the spatial distribution of waste production, collection, and removal across McGill University’s three campuses (Macdonald Campus, Downtown Campus, and the Gault Nature Reserve) in order to design infrastructural, educational, and policy level interventions to reduce waste production and increase waste diversion rates.. The Sustainability Officer provides key support for the University’s long-term target of becoming zero-waste by 2035, as well as lead other sustainability-related initiatives that are considered a priority by the University. More specifically, the Sustainability Officer must investigate the social patterns and behaviors of material consumption across the campuses patterns among students, staff, and faculty, as well as the public, along with the relationship between these social behaviors and the physical waste infrastructure already present, in order to identify and design these interventions. This role involves nurturing an ongoing relationship with various campus stakeholders – students, staff and faculty – to create a culture of sustainability at McGill.

Primary Responsibilities

• Through a socio-spatial analysis of waste production at McGill, work with campus stakeholders at McGill to determine locations for the installation of hundreds of standardized waste collection bins across the University.
• Develop resources that will support a student volunteer program to promote waste reduction and proper waste management.
• Advise on waste policies and develop other relevant initiatives related to physical infrastructure and education.
• Provide strategic support for the University’s long-term target of becoming a zero-waste campus by 2035, which includes identifying and managing funding opportunities, strengthening waste education initiatives, and working with the Buildings & Grounds team on the development and implementation of institution-level projects.
• As needed, lead the implementation of other key sustainability actions and programs, in alignment with the University’s strategic priorities and/or policies.
• Work with the Sustainability Officer (Monitoring & Reporting) to ensure that strategy progress is tracked in the sustainability dashboard and included in relevant reports.
• Represent the Office of Sustainability in various internal and external committees and meetings.
• Keep abreast of best practices related to sustainability in other universities and large institutions.
• Participate in discussions and communities of practice with peer universities.
• As needed, recruit and supervise intern(s), including training, guidance, and performance monitoring.

Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities

Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain strong working relationships with a variety of stakeholders. Demonstrated aptitude for systems thinking, with acute strategic and analytical skills. Excellent people skills. Proven talent for problem solving. Demonstrated organization skills, with the ability to set priorities and multi-task. Attentive to details. Demonstrated ability to work under stress. Proficient with Excel. Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) in English. Fluency in French and knowledge of universities environment, an asset.

As one of Montreal's Top Employers, here is what we offer:

• Competitive benefits package (Health, Dental, Life Insurance) (if eligible)
• Defined contribution pension plan (with employer contribution up to 10%) (if eligible)
• Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax Free Savings Account (TFSA)
• Competitive vacation policy
• Two (2) personal days
• Two (2) floating holidays
• Nine (9) "Summer Fridays" - paid days off between the St-Jean Baptiste holiday and Labour Day
• Paid time off over the December holiday period
• Tuition waiver for regular employees and their dependents
• Up to two (2) days of remote work per week where the position permits

Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.

Knowledge of English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level #4 on a scale of 0-4 .

For a definition of our language proficiency levels, please click here .

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor's Degree 3 Years Related Experience /

Annual Salary

(MPEX Grade 04) $66,190.00 - $82,740.00 - $99,290.00

Job Profile

MPEX-ADM2A - General Administration - Professional 2

Hours per Week

33.75 (Full time)

Supervisor

Associate Director Sustainability

Position End Date (If applicable)

Deadline to Apply

2026-07-16

McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [email protected] .