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Temporary Energy and Climate Justice Assistant

University of Colorado
sick time
United States, Colorado, Boulder
Oct 14, 2026
Requisition Number: 75498 Location: Boulder, Colorado City Boulder State Colorado Employment Type: Temporary Staff Schedule: Full-Time Posting Close Date: 23-Oct-2026 Date Posted: 14-Oct-2026 Close All Job Summary The Environmental Center encourages applications for the Temporary Energy and Climate Justice Assistant role! We are seeking a motivated and organized individual to plan and support energy and climate justice campaigns and initiatives on campus. In this role, you will support and communicate campaigns with a focus on behavior change, build and facilitate workshops, and gather feedback from participating parties. Collaboration with on and off campus partners will be key to ensuring the success of these initiatives. You should have a strong knowledge of policy and advocacy work, content design experience, and community organizing skills preferred. Data analysis skills are a plus. A driver's license and the ability to occasionally work nights is needed. Additionally, you will support student staff each semester to ensure smooth program and content creation for campaign efforts. This includes supporting the team in setting up systems that build on previous work, empowering student teams to co-create campaigns, and ensuring the continuity and growth of ongoing projects. CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Who We Are The Division of Student Life consists of 36 departments that provide student support and services dedicated to helping students become successful, curious, competent individuals during their time at CU Boulder. Environmental Center The Environmental Center leads locally and globally by providing direct services and expertise to our campus community and beyond. Services are provided in the areas of zero waste, sustainable transportation, renewable energy programs, sustainability training, educational events and more. Founded in 1970 by students, the Environmental Center is the nation's longest-standing, largest and most accomplished student-led center of its kind. Recognizing that diversity and social justice initiatives are key components of sustainability, the Environmental Center strives for diversity, inclusivity and social justice in our staff, all programs, activities and outcomes. What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be Supporting the Climate Action team with energy and climate campaign efforts in Residence Halls as well as Engineering and Climate Justice efforts. Ensuring City of Boulder contract deliverables are met while supporting the Sustainable Buffs in the Neighborhood team. Supporting students with energy and climate justice efforts. What You Should Know This is a part-time, temporary role that will start in early November and last about 9 months. This role will follow a hybrid schedule. What We Can Offer The hourly rate for this temporary position is $25.00 Benefits Temporary positions at the University of Colorado are not benefits-eligible, however, all positions are eligible for paid sick leave. Be Statements Be challenged. Be pioneering. Be Boulder. What We Require Bachelors in Environmental Studies, Media and Communications, Policy or equivalent. An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute. What You Will Need Strong project management skills Community organizing skills Research skills Analytical skills Reporting skills Climate Justice experience Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion experience. What We Would Like You to Have Masters' degree or equivalent experience in Environmental Sustainability, Policy or equivalent. Experience working with college students in a university setting. Experience with policy and advocacy at the state and local level. Special Instructions To apply, please submit the following materials: 1. A current resume. 2. A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position. We may request references at a later time. Please apply by October 23, 2026 for consideration. Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs. In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.