Senior Program Coordinator

Posting number: 26-00263

Department: ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES

Division: ES - SUSTAINABILITY

Job classification: Senior Program Coordinator

Posting type: Open & Promotional

Categories: Environmental Services

Summary

Responsible for the daily operations of assigned program areas within Environmental Services and Sustainability.

Examples of duties

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
 
DUTIES

• Assist with the design, development and implementation of the sustainability program (city operations and community); evaluate current initiatives, research best practices, and recommend process improvement initiatives involving environmental, social, and economical efforts.
• Ensure sustainability and resiliency are included in Citywide policies, practices and activities.
• Track program metrics, report, and provide summaries, demonstrate program success; ensure continual program evaluation to maintain improvements over time.
• Coordinate and research grant activities, including but not limited to, reporting, tracking and identification of future grant opportunities.
• Manage and participate in community engagement activities to promote sustainability practices within city operations and in the community.
• Research, design, and produce community engagement materials, presentations, and activities, including but not limited to, social media, websites, fliers, workshops, classes, and events to expand and enhance sustainability knowledge and involvement.
• Manage assigned area operations and programs resources and ensure services are provided within standards pf applicable regulations, policies, and procedures; identify opportunities to improve service delivery or documentation.
• Coordinate and engage with stakeholders to achieve environmental and sustainability goals; collaborate with City staff, community agencies, and other stakeholders to ensure the promotion, implementation, and success of all programs. Establish and maintain collaborative relationships.
• Develop and implement team performance measures, priorities, work sequences, and report team and program performance; ensure adherence to regulatory/grant requirements. 
• Research processes, technologies, trends and legislation to improve departmental efficiency and effectiveness. Make recommendations for adoption and implementation.
• Serve as liaison and/or representative at various meetings, including but not limited to, neighborhood, city council, board meetings, and Commission public hearings.
• Manage contract development and completion for usage with vendors and stakeholders.
• Oversee strategy-related decisions for outreach and communication, including but not limited to the website, blog, social media, and print materials; seek out public speaking, engagement, and writing opportunities to engage with city operations and the community. 
• Prepare and submit financial reports and budget information for revenues and expenditures, as appropriate.

 SUPERVISORY/BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES

• Select, train, supervise, and evaluate staff; recommend assignment/assignment change, retention, discipline, and dismissal.
• Develop, manage, and monitor budget; maintain accurate budget reporting; ensure that operations are cost-effective, and funds are managed wisely.

OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Sustainability, Environmental Sciences, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field; and,
• Three (3) years’ experience in municipal or private, or related field; and,
• Two (2) years’ experience in management or supervisory capacity; and,

OR

• Any combination of related education, experience, certifications, and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job.

 REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required: 

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