Energy, Utilities & Sustainability Systems Developer

Working Title: Energy, Utilities & Sustainability Systems Developer

Classification Title: Software Developer III

Posting Details

Priority Application Date: Monday, November 2nd @ 11:55 PST (Posting will remain open until filled)

Hiring Preference

Eligible on-campus applicants in California State University Employees Union (CSUEU) Bargaining Units 2,5,7, and 9 will be given first consideration in the recruitment.

Position Summary

Under general direction, the Energy, Utilities & Sustainability Systems Developer serves as the University's technical lead for utility metering systems, industrial control systems, building analytics, and energy reduction smart technologies. The position designs, develops, programs, integrates, and maintains meters, software, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), databases, dashboards, and analytics platforms supporting campus utilities, energy management, irrigation, stormwater, wastewater, lighting, and building automation systems. The incumbent develops intelligent monitoring and control solutions utilizing advanced analytics, automation, artificial intelligence, and data visualization to improve operational reliability, energy efficiency, utility resiliency, and sustainability performance.

FLSA: Exempt (Not eligible for overtime compensation)

Anticipated Hiring Range

$8,367.00 per month (Step 8) - $9,803.00 per month (Step 16)

CSU Classification Salary Range

$7,284.00 per month (Step 1) - $10,611.00 per month (Step 20)

Salary step placement will be determined based on relevant qualifications and professional experience.

Best-in-class Benefits

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Salary Grade/Range

1

Recruitment Type

Regular (Probationary)

Time Base

Full-Time

Work Hours

Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Hours may vary based on department needs.

Department Information

Sacramento State’s Office of Sustainability works to reduce the University’s environmental impact and advance campus sustainability goals through collaboration, innovation, education, and engagement. The office partners with students, faculty, staff, and campus departments to support initiatives focused on energy and water conservation, waste reduction, renewable energy, sustainable operations, and greenhouse gas emissions reduction.

The Office of Sustainability also supports student involvement, research, and hands-on learning by using the campus as a living laboratory for sustainability. Through these efforts, the office helps advance Sacramento State’s goals of achieving zero waste and carbon neutrality while fostering a culture of sustainability across the campus community.

Please visit our website for additional information: Sustainability | Sacramento State

Minimum Qualifications

Experience and Education:

Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in a related field and four years of relevant experience. Additional experience which demonstrates acquired and successfully applied knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. An advanced degree in a related field may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Required Qualifications

1. Thorough and advanced knowledge of software application development life cycle and structured systems development concepts.
2. Demonstrated competence in independently applying advanced judgment to resolve difficult and complex software development problems and issues.
3. Advanced project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple, large, and/or complex projects.
4. Advanced analytical skills to understand problems from a broad perspective as well as discern applicable underlying principles to conceive and develop strategic software development solutions.
5. Advanced skill in mentoring and overseeing the work of others.
6. Ability to research and incorporate new software languages, models, platforms, and techniques to gain efficiencies and continually improve approaches to development.
7. Advanced communication and interpersonal skills to effectively convey technical knowledge and procedures and persuade stakeholders and management regarding software development.
8. Possess a valid driver’s license and maintain a good driving record.
9. Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community.

Condition of Employment

Satisfactory completion of the background check process.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Training on BACnet, Modbus, PLC’s, Ethernet/IP, Skyspark, Power BI, SQL databases, Haystack, Tridium, and scripting.
2. Certification in one or more of the following: LEED AP, LEED Green Associate.

Required Licenses/Certifications

Possession of a valid driver's license.

Documents Needed to Apply (2)

Resume and cover letter.

Failure to upload required documentation may result in disqualification.

About Sacramento State

Sacramento State is located in the heart of California’s capital city, five miles from State Capitol. The lush, 300-acre park-like campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento, also known as the "Farm-to-Fork Capital," is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of half of a million.

Sacramento State proudly serves as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and Black-Serving Institution (BSI). The university enrolls around 31,000 students from the Greater Sacramento Region, throughout California, across the nation, and around the world. Our 1,800 faculty and 1,500 staff are committed to meeting our mission:

“As California's capital university, Sacramento State transforms lives by preparing all students to lead, serve, and succeed. We are committed to our designations as a Hispanic Serving Institution, an Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution, and a Black Serving Institution, and to intentionally serving students reflective of these designations and all students who have been historically underserved in education.”

As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code, Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty, staff, students, and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination, but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community, teaching and learning.

Equal Employment Opportunity

California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.

It is the policy of California State University, Sacramento to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need a disability related reasonable accommodation as part of the application and/or interviewing process, visit https://www.csus.edu/people-climate/human-resources/benefits/reasonable-accomodation.html.

Background Check Disclaimer

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with California State University, Sacramento. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current California State University, Sacramento employees who apply for the position.

Out of State Employment

Sacramento State, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California.

Eligibility Verification

Candidate must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. California State University, Sacramento is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (ie. H-1-B Visa).