Sustainability Data Analyst Job at University of Arizona in Tucson

The University of Arizona Office of Sustainability leads the development and implementation of practical solutions that integrate sustainability into all facets of the institution. We advocate through collaboration and education, advise by coordinating efforts and developing policies, and ensure accountability through diligent tracking and transparent reporting. Our initiatives and partnerships empower the campus community to advance environmental responsibility, economic viability, and collective well-being for our future.

The Office of Sustainability seeks a highly qualified and motivated individual to join our team as a Sustainability Data Analyst to support the design, implementation, and management of sustainability data systems and reporting frameworks that support institutional decision-making, advance climate and sustainability goals, and enhance transparency. The Analyst will work across the department and closely with external units, including University Analytics & Institutional Research (UAIR), University Facilities Services (UFS), Enterprise GIS (eGIS), and others, to centralize sustainability-related metrics, streamline reporting, and develop accessible dashboards that share the institution’s progress towards long-term sustainability goals.

Responsibilities include:

• Data Collection, Analysis, Benchmarking, & Reporting: Routine data collection and reporting for institutional sustainability assessments, including the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education’s Sustainability Tracking, Assessment, & Rating System (AASHE STARS), the university's Sustainability & Climate Action Plan, the Carnegie Elective Classification for Sustainability, and other frameworks.
• Sustainability Data Infrastructure & Management: Assist with the routine development and maintenance of a centralized database for storing, managing, and updating sustainability-related datasets (e.g., water use, emissions, commuting, waste, energy).
• Student Employee Supervision: Assist with the day-to-day duties of 1–2 student employees under supervision, for focused on data-related tasks, including tracking project progress, maintaining data quality, compiling student contributions, and providing ongoing training and mentorship to build analytical and technical skills.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through experience required.
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Knowledge of basic data analysis concepts (data cleaning, transformation, and visualization).
• Knowledge of statistical methods and how to apply them to business or research problems.
• Skill in creating clear visualizations to communicate findings.
• Skill in written and verbal communication for presenting results to non-technical audiences.

The University of Arizona offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance plans, life insurance and disability programs, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, and tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members.

The University of Arizona is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.