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Town of Hanover

Sustainability Coordinator

Hanover, NH · On-site

Network and coordinate efforts with Town departments, consultants, community volunteers, and boards ... Bachelor's degree, preferably in a course of study related to sustainability; graduate degree ...

Town of Hanover

Sustainability Coordinator

Hanover, NH · On-site

Network and coordinate efforts with Town departments, consultants, community volunteers, and boards ... Bachelors degree, preferably in a course of study related to sustainability; graduate degree ...

Town of Hanover, NH

Sustainability Coordinator

Hanover, NH · On-site

$74K - $112K/yr

Network and coordinate efforts with Town departments, consultants, community volunteers, and boards ... Bachelor's degree, preferably in a course of study related to sustainability; graduate degree ...

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As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for graduate sustainability consultant in the United States is $57,583.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49,000.00 and $67,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Graduate Sustainability Consultant supports organizations in developing and implementing strategies to reduce their environmental impact and promote sustainable practices. They assist with tasks such as sustainability assessments, data analysis, environmental reporting, and stakeholder engagement. Working under the guidance of senior consultants, they help clients comply with environmental regulations, achieve sustainability certifications, and improve overall performance. This role often involves research, preparing reports, and staying up to date with the latest trends in sustainability.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a graduate sustainability consultant?

To thrive as a Graduate Sustainability Consultant, you need a solid understanding of environmental science, sustainability principles, and a relevant degree such as environmental engineering or science. Familiarity with sustainability assessment tools (like BREEAM or LEED), carbon footprint analysis software, and reporting frameworks is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, effective communication, and teamwork skills set top candidates apart in this role. These competencies are crucial for delivering effective sustainability solutions and collaborating with clients and stakeholders to achieve environmental goals.

What are some common challenges faced by graduate sustainability consultants when working on client projects?

Graduate Sustainability Consultants often encounter challenges such as balancing client expectations with regulatory requirements and best practices in sustainability. Navigating complex data collection and analysis, especially when clients have limited resources or incomplete information, can also be demanding. Additionally, consultants must communicate technical findings in an accessible way to diverse stakeholders, which requires strong interpersonal skills and adaptability. Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams—such as engineers, architects, and project managers—is a daily aspect of the role, fostering learning but also requiring effective teamwork.

What is the difference between Graduate Sustainability Consultant vs Sustainability Analyst?

AspectGraduate Sustainability ConsultantSustainability Analyst
Required CredentialsDegree in environmental science, sustainability, or related field; internships preferredDegree in environmental science, sustainability, or related field; analytical skills emphasized
Work EnvironmentConsulting firms, corporate sustainability teams, NGOsCorporate, government agencies, research institutions
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by consulting firms and organizations seeking sustainability solutionsCommon in corporate and governmental sustainability departments
Search & Comparison IntentPeople comparing entry-level sustainability rolesIndividuals exploring analytical sustainability positions

While both roles focus on sustainability, a Graduate Sustainability Consultant typically works on client projects within consulting firms or organizations, providing strategic advice. A Sustainability Analyst often performs data analysis and reporting within corporate or governmental settings. The roles overlap in credentials and industry usage but differ in daily tasks and focus areas.

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Adjunct Faculty, for Spring 2026: "Sustainable and Resilient Cities" Graduate Course - Institute for

Lipscomb University

Nashville, TN • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

The Institute for Sustainable Practice seeks eligible scholars and practitioners to fill an adjunct teaching role for the Spring 2026 "Sustainable and Resilient Cities" graduate course (see example course topics in "Additional Comments").
The primary function of this position is to: (1) create unique graduate course content; (2) edit and customize current course content to the selected adjunct's teaching style, and (3) teach the stated graduate sustainability course for eight, evening lecture/assessment class meetings in January-March, 2026. A successful course evaluation outcome may lead to teaching this course annually and other graduate teaching opportunities.
Successful candidates must meet three expectations:
  1. Master Current Course Content: Adjuncts will review, learn, edit, and utilize all existing, published course content in the Canvas learning management system (LMS) and course reading materials. Approximately 90 percent of the course content may be provided by the Institute.
  2. Create and Customize Engaging Course Content Unique to the Adjunct's Discipline and Professional Experience and Aligned with the Course Learning Outcomes: The adjunct will develop and record unique course content, instructional aids, notices, reminders, and one local immersion experience.
  3. Instruct and Mentor Students: All adjunct professors in sustainability must be willing to lecture and engage graduate students in the following integrated teaching formats. These formats operate as a single, 8-week course experience and are integrated into each live lecture class meeting using classroom technology managed by the institute. Students may choose the format or a mix of formats that best support their learning needs and schedule, as long as they complete all course assessments by the posted deadlines. Format 1 is a live lecture by the adjunct where students attend in person in a classroom; Format 2 is the same live lecture that is simultaneously viewed on Zoom by students attending virtually online; Format 3 engages students who view recorded live lectures, and Format 4 is a hybrid student experience of some or all of the prior formats. Adjuncts create learning content and prepare live lectures as a routine in a graduate course. The institute provides online course templates, a learning management system (Canvas), and manages the "plug-and-play" class technology and lecture recordings.

Education:
Required: A master of science in urban and regional planning, urban studies, engineering, master of business administration; other relevant masters degrees approved by the Institute; OR a terminal degree (JD or PhD) from a relevant sub-discipline focusing on urban sustainability and resilience.
Preferred: Sustainability and resilience certification and evidence of other related third-party coursework (e.g., American Institute of Certified Planners, LEED GA/AP, Sustainable Sites, Certified Energy Manager, Certified Climate Change Professional, Certified GIS Professional, etc.).
Experience:
Required: Ten or more years' experience in one or more of the follow areas: applied practice, business, and/or policy of urban design, construction, development, re-development, building science, community and building energy management, landscape systems, and local/regional planning, where sustainability and resilience were a focal point. A portion of this experience can be substituted with graduate education as noted above.
Preferred: Professional experience in applying sustainability and resilience in urban contexts; experience teaching, presenting, managing, and/or training urban practitioners or graduate students; experience in live lecture and online teaching; sustainability research; and applied urban planning and policy, consulting, and/or organizational or business management experience related to urban sustainability and resilience.
Qualifications:
In addition to the prior stated experience and education, candidates should have a strong desire to teach and mentor adult, graduate students and possess the basic curiosity and ability to possess or learn a variety of teaching methods, tools, and information technologies such as:
  • effective use of a personal laptop with software that can develop, publish, and convey course content and materials, lectures and presentations, and basic, timely communications with graduate students;
  • effective use of course learning management systems such as Canvas where all course content is electronically published, assessed, and graded; and
  • a desire to master diverse technology in a classroom provided by the university such as OWL live meeting video/audio hardware, interactive apps, Zoom software, and projection and/or television content viewing.

Candidates for this position should possess strong written, verbal, graphic, video communication, and interpersonal skills; be self-motivated, reliable, and responsible; and desire to provide timely grading and effective student feedback.
[Course topics for the Additional Comments Section?]
  1. Introduction to Sustainable Cities
  2. Introduction to Resilient Cities
  3. Social/Cultural/Geographic Influences and Challenges
  4. Analytical Frameworks
  5. Applied Practices
  6. Tools and Policies
  7. Case Studies
  8. Final Student Project / Presentation

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Born from the powerful vision of courageous leaders, Lipscomb University leads at the forefront as pioneers in Christ-centered higher education, magnifying the best in everyone we encounter on our campus, in our community and around the world. Forged by the trials and opportunities of 130 years of pursuing excellence in education, we continually reimagine and refine our methods to fulfill our mission—preparing learners for purposeful lives through rigorous academics and transformative experiences. Lipscomb offers an intellectually challenging academic program with a commitment to continual spiritual formation while engaging the world.

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