Posting Detail Information

Working TitleDirector of the CSU Spur Climate Hub

Position LocationDenver, CO

Work LocationPosition qualifies for hybrid/in-office work

Research Professional PositionNo

Posting Number202401581AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification TitleManagement II

Number of Vacancies1

Work Hours/Week40

Proposed Annual Salary Range$110,000-135,000

Employee Benefits

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Desired Start Date01/06/2025

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on10/07/2024

Description of Work Unit

Housed under the CSU Climate Initiative, the Spur Climate Hub at Colorado State University’s Denver-based Spur Campus is a pioneering initiative designed to address the multifaceted challenges of climate change. This hub aims to leverage CSU’s extensive expertise as a leading land-grant university renowned for its world-class climate-related knowledge, innovative education and training programs, and robust track record of climate innovation. The Spur Climate Hub is committed to serving a wide range of public, private, and philanthropic partners. It offers highly tailored climate information and programming, designed to meet the diverse needs of stakeholders including startup companies, large corporations, state and local agencies, community organizations, municipalities, philanthropies, and non-profit organizations. The Hub’s goal is to provide these partners with the tools and knowledge they need to effectively address climate change within Colorado and surrounding states. Central to the Hub’s mission is the integration and collaboration of faculty, staff, subject matter experts, and students from multiple CSU colleges, departments, and climate-related centers, institutes, and initiatives. This diverse team works together to support the development and implementation of innovative climate solutions.

CSU Spur acts as the educational anchor within the National Western Center destination. CSU Spur is a non-degree granting campus focused on bringing experiential education to the public in its three buildings: Vida and Terra, and Hydro. CSU Spur focuses on research and innovation and puts everything “on-display” to inspire the next generation to learn about food, water, and health, and consider career pathways in those fields.

The CSU Climate Initiative is housed at the CSU Fort Collins campus in the President’s Office. The CSU Climate Initiative coordinates CSU’s extensive expertise and assets to address the grand challenge of building a climate-resilient future in Colorado and beyond through knowledge generation, innovation, urban and rural community-based partnerships, and the education of a new generation of climate leaders.

Position Summary

Colorado State University seeks a full-time Director to lead a new system-wide Climate Hub at the CSU’s Denver-based Spur Campus. The director will be responsible for working with internal organizers to refine the initial offerings and secure buy-in for a holistic vision for the hub. The director will lead the development and execution of a five-year plan to support the diverse needs of wide range of public, private, and philanthropic partners in need of highly tailored climate information and programming that leverages CSU’s extensive expertise as a leading land-grant university with world-class climate-related knowledge, education/training programs, and track record of innovation.

Reporting to the Director of the CSU Climate Initiative, the Climate Hub Director will be responsible for recruiting and integrating faculty and staff subject matter experts and students across multiple CSU colleges, departments and several climate-related centers, institutes, and initiatives into Climate Hub programming. This diverse team will support startup companies, large corporations, state and local agencies, community organizations, municipalities, philanthropies, and non-profit organizations in addressing climate change across Colorado. This position is hybrid working primarily at CSU Spur and with travel to Fort Collins CSU campus when needed, as often as a couple of times per month.

The Director will be responsible for developing and growing external partnerships, revenue streams, services, education/training programs, and contracting mechanisms that position the hub to achieve both financial self-sustainability and regional impact within 5 and 10 years, respectively.

Required Job Qualifications

• PhD and at least 2 years of relevant work experience; or, Master’s degree, MBA , or equivalent and at least 5 years of relevant work experience.

• At least 5 years of public and/or private sector experience related to climate change (e.g., carbon finance, government and/or philanthropic programs, climate-related research, climate policy, corporate sustainability, acceleration of startup across food, energy, and water sectors)

• 2 years of team management experience (2 employees or more).

• Proven experience in fundraising and donor relationships.

• Excellent written communication skills.

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Strong cross-functional and cross-disciplinary collaboration skills.

• Ability to organize and manage multiple programs and workstreams.

• Ability to set priorities, meet deadlines, and communicate progress toward strategic goals.

• Established network of relevant public and private contacts within Colorado and beyond.

• Familiarity with climate-related faculty and subject matter experts at CSU across multiple disciplines.

• Successful track record of business development.

• Experience organizing and managing a small team of support staff and technical personnel with diverse skill sets.

• Interest and capacity in working with commercial entities, NGOs, advocacy groups, researchers, state and local agencies and the general public.

• Expertise in climate change policy, analysis, or technical assistance.

Diversity Statement

Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategoryProgram Development

Duty/Responsibility

• Develop and refine the initial offerings of the Climate Hub in collaboration with CCI and Hub advisory committee.

• Lead the development and implementation of a 5-year strategic plan to address the needs of public, private, and philanthropic partners with tailored climate information and programming.

• Design and oversee the creation of diverse climate-related programs leveraging CSU’s extensive expertise.

• Integrate faculty, staff, and students from various CSU colleges, departments, and climate-related centers into Climate Hub activities.

• Recruit subject matter experts from CSU’s faculty, staff, and student body to participate in Climate Hub programming.

• Foster a collaborative environment that encourages cross-disciplinary teamwork and innovation.

• Manage and integrate a diverse team to support the Hub’s programming.

• Develop metrics and benchmarks to measure the success and impact of Climate Hub programs.

• Regularly report on progress, outcomes, and areas for improvement to the Director of the CSU Climate Initiative and Spur leadership

• Implement feedback mechanisms to ensure continuous improvement and stakeholder satisfaction.

Percentage Of Time30%

Job Duty CategoryPartner Engagement

Duty/Responsibility

• Engage with commercial entities, NGOs, advocacy groups, researchers, and government agencies to promote the Hub’s programs.

• Serve as the primary spokesperson for the Climate Hub, representing its interests and objectives.

• Facilitate communication and collaboration among stakeholders to drive climate change solutions.

• Build and maintain a network of contacts within Colorado and beyond to support the Climate Hub’s mission.

• Identify and establish new opportunities for collaboration and partnership growth.

Percentage Of Time30%

Job Duty CategoryDevelopment and Fundraising

Duty/Responsibility

• Develop revenue streams and funding mechanisms to ensure the Hub’s financial sustainability.

• Lead fundraising efforts and cultivate donor relationships to secure financial support.

• Oversee the creation and management of contracting mechanisms for service delivery.

Percentage Of Time20%

Job Duty CategoryOperational Management

Duty/Responsibility

• Organize and manage multiple programs and workstreams to ensure alignment with strategic goals.

• Set priorities, achieve deadlines, and communicate progress toward objectives.

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Climate Hub, ensuring efficient and effective delivery of services.

Percentage Of Time10%

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in the announcement to be considered for hire. Apply no later than 10/7/2024 for full consideration. Mailed or emailed applications will not be accepted.

Upload each of the items below individually as a Word Document (.doc), PDF (.pdf), or Rich Text Format (.rtf). Please note that incomplete applications cannot be considered. Please remove social security numbers and birth dates from application materials. A complete application consists of:

• Statement of Qualifications (one-page letter addressing each qualification described in the announcement) uploaded in the ‘Cover Letter’ slot.

• Resume

• References – please include within your application contact information for 2 professional references including at least one supervisor. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.

  CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License

Search ContactCourtney Schultz, Courtney.Schultz@colostate.edu

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Background Check Policy Statement

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References Requested

References Requested

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Maximum Requested2

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Resume

Optional Documents