Green Business Advisor

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(775) 445-4237
2201 West College Parkway
Carson City NV 89703

Western Nevada College (WNC) is seeking a part-time remote Green Business Advisor to support the Nevada Green Business Network (NVGBN) a free statewide program that helps small and medium-sized businesses reduce costs conserve resources and achieve green certification. The Green Business Advisor will work closely with the Green Business Program Coordinator to recruit advise and certify businesses in Northern Nevada with a focus on high-impact sectors such as auto repair shops and breweries. This position blends sustainability advising business outreach technical assistance and relationship-building.

This is a grant-funded part-time position for the 2025-2027 grant period. Some on-the-job training will be provided.

Key Responsibilities:

Business Recruitment & Outreach

• Conduct targeted outreach to small and medium-sized businesses in Northern Nevada

• Recruit new program participants particularly in automotive and brewery sectors

• Represent the program at community events business expos and partner meetings

• Deliver presentations to chambers industry associations and trade groups

Green Certification & Technical Assistance

• Guide businesses through Nevada Green Business certification requirements

• Conduct site visits to verify that all green criteria are met

• Support businesses in implementing sustainability measures and purchasing policies

• Track certification progress and documentation

Program Systems & Data Management

• Learn and utilize GreenBizTracker to manage business records and certification status

• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting for grant compliance

• Collect environmental outcomes from businesses for NVGBNs annual impact report

Peer-to-Peer Network Engagement

• Help coordinate and manage peer networking opportunities (virtual and in-person)

• Support development of sector-specific roundtables (e.g. auto shops breweries)

Event & Program Support

• Assist with tabling outreach campaigns and community visibility

• Support marketing and communications initiatives as needed

Hiring Supervisor: If you have questions about this role or would like to check on the status of an application please contact the hiring supervisor/department:

• Erica Gallegos: or

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelors degree in sustainability environmental science business public administration or related field (or equivalent experience)

• 2 years of professional experience in sustainability energy efficiency environmental programs or small business support

• Valid drivers license and ability to travel locally in Northern Nevada

Preferred:

• Familiarity with small business operations

• Knowledge of energy efficiency waste reduction or LEAN manufacturing

• Experience working with automotive manufacturing brewing or food production sectors

• Experience delivering workshops presentations and/or one-on-one advising

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus

Compensation:

$32 an hour.

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WNC does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. The colleges commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment.

Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions and/or questions as to how to file a complaint of unlawful discrimination may be referred to WNCs Civil Rights Specialist & Title IX Coordinator:

Victor Navarro at or

Western Nevada College

2201 West College Parkway

Bristlecone Building Room 154

Carson City NV 89703

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.

This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty members first day of employment.

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Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.

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