Project Manager, Flood Resilience and Compliance Strategy

Company Description

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As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you’re interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here.

What we offer

• Impact - The work you do here matters to millions. 
• Growth - Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it? 
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Agency Description

The Office of Sustainability (OOS) is an office within Mayor Parker’s Administration and reports to the Chief Deputy Mayor of Intergovernmental Affairs, Sustainability, and Engagement. OOS works with partners around the city to improve quality of life in all of Philadelphia neighborhoods through addressing environmental justice, reducing the city’s carbon emissions, and preparing Philadelphia for a hotter and wetter future.  

• The Climate Resilience Division within OOS addresses the impacts of climate change on Philadelphia by assessing and communicating climate risk and developing plans, programs, and policies that build resilience, protect residents, advance environmental justice, and improve quality of life. This position would be a part of this team. 

• Our Environmental Justice division advances environmental justice through education, policy advising, directly resourcing frontline communities, and supporting the resident-led Environmental Justice Advisory Commission.  

• Our Division of Energy and Climate Solutions manages programs that progress Philadelphia’s climate and energy goals, focusing on reducing carbon emissions from municipal, residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. 

• Our Policy and Strategic Initiatives division provides program support to all divisions within the office to develop policies, conduct research, and advance critical initiatives related to communication and strategic planning. 

More information about the functions of OOS can be found at: Office of Sustainability | Homepage | City of Philadelphia. 

Job Description

Position Summary 

 The Project Manager of Flood Resilience and Compliance Strategy will play a crucial role in addressing both stormwater pollution prevention and flood risk management through the City of Philadelphia’s Clean Waters Task Force (CWTF) and Flood Risk Management Task Force (FRMTF). Reporting to the Program Manager of Flood Resilience and Compliance Strategy, this position will serve as the lead of the CWTF and play a supporting role in the FRMTF. 

The primary objective of this role is to work collaboratively with several City departments to lead the implementation of the CWTF Strategic Plan and guide the development of internal and external resources that institutionalize the commitment to stormwater best management practices at City-owned facilities.  Responsibilities will include project design, implementation, reporting and interagency coordination. This position will foster collaboration, increase awareness, and promote actions to support the City of Philadelphia’s compliance with Clean Water Act requirements through a strategic and coordinated approach. 

Given that flooding is Philadelphia’s leading natural hazard and is expected to become more prevalent in the future, the Project Manager will also play a supporting role in advancing a comprehensive approach to flood risk management and flood impact mitigation. Both objectives will require the identification of resources and funding opportunities, close coordination with internal partners, and updating and enhancing resources, plans, and policies. Specifically, coordination and facilitation of MS4 permit requirements will involve consistent coordination with the Philadelphia Water Department, which manages the City’s MS4 permit. 

By fulfilling this role, the Project Manager will contribute to achieving the sustainability goals outlined in the City’s CWTF Directive and Strategic Plan, FRMTF Strategic Plan, and Climate Resilience P