Sustainability Coordinator (Limited Term)

Nashville Public Radio; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive municipality is seeking a Sustainability Coordinator to lead sustainability projects and community outreach efforts. This limited-term position requires a background in sustainability, excellent communication skills, and experience in project management. The successful candidate will work closely with diverse community groups to promote climate action initiatives. The role is expected to last until December 31, 2026. Competitive compensation will be provided.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Health benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Knowledge of sustainability practices.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience with project management.

Responsibilities

• Lead outreach and education efforts for sustainability programs.
• Manage sustainability communications and marketing strategies.
• Support volunteer management and community engagement initiatives.

Skills

Outreach and education

Project management

Communication

Greenhouse gas emissions accounting

Community engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in urban planning or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

HubSpot

Mailchimp

Survey Monkey

Job description

Come Join the City of Bellevue!

Please fill out your application as fully as possible. The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. Read the " Hiring Process " section below to learn more.

New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint, however, we may go slightly higher based on experience, internal equity and market.

Job Summary

One of the City of Bellevue’s core values is stewardship, and the City is committed to advancing the implementation of the Sustainable Bellevue Plan, coordinated by the sustainability team. The Sustainability Coordinator (Limited Term) position supports a portfolio of sustainability projects and leads communications and outreach for Bellevue’s sustainability team. The position will provide project administration, marketing, communications, environmental education, and outreach support for programs supporting Bellevue residents and businesses in taking action to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions.

Bellevue is a dynamic city in transition that is growing rapidly while also aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions 50% by 2030. As Seattle’s largest neighbor, we are a welcoming, multicultural community with many passionate residents and leading organizations committed to reducing their impact on the environment. This position plays a key role in supporting the implementation of the Sustainable Bellevue Plan.

Ideal candidates will have strong skills in outreach and education around climate and environmental issues, communications, greenhouse gas emissions accounting, project administration, project management, community engagement, and local climate and sustainability efforts.

Apply If You Want To

• Work in an ambitious organization serving a transforming community.
• Are passionate about local solutions to combat climate change that increase equity and enjoy sharing that enthusiasm with the community.
• Work in a dynamic sustainability team focusing on high priority sustainability projects.
  
  

This position is Limited Term with an expected end date or 12/31/2026.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Public Relations and Environmental Outreach and Education: Serves as a liaison between the city’s sustainability program and various community-based organizations, student groups, and neighborhood organizations. Prepares and distributes informational and marketing materials; coordinates special events including the annual Earth Day celebration; speaks and presents information about the program to community groups, other agencies and employees; develops and creates educational programs and public involvement opportunities; recruits and oversees program volunteers and participants.
• Program Marketing and Promotion: Develops marketing materials, reports, flyers, and other resources to support sustainability programs. Manage sustainability website, communications, newsletter, social media, and other communications channels. Leads the development of communication materials for a variety of sustainability programs and translates highly technical information into more approachable communication materials.
• Develop and deliver climate and sustainability educational programs with the community, to help residents and community organizations take action. Supports the development of a new program to promote City environmental programs and resources geared towards multi-family buildings and their tenants.
• Volunteer management: Develop a volunteer climate ambassador program of residents who are passionate about climate change and want to engage more residents in the City’s programming. Engage with youth environmental groups and help connect youth to Bellevue’s environmental programs and resources.
• Project Management: Manages projects and programs and supports other sustainability team members in project management and administration. Monitors performance and makes recommendations for adjustments in strategy to ensure goals are achieved.
• Technical Analysis: Manages the city’s annual greenhouse gas emissions inventory and environmental performance reporting updates and supports assessment of greenhouse gas emissions potential of climate actions.
• Policy Analysis: Develops reports or other written materials to analyze various sustainability issues and support the advancement of the implementation of actions in the Sustainable Bellevue Plan.
• Support the development of Bellevue’s new climate resilience initiatives, including building partnership with Community Based Organizations to develop neighborhood “Resilience Hubs”.
• Provide support for urban forestry outreach and engagement efforts and the annual tree giveaway program.
• Collaborate with other sustainability team members, along with community development department staff in planning, economic development, neighborhood services, and other city departments.
• Support the advancement of Bellevue’s diversity, equity, and inclusion goals by building relationships with diverse community groups, developing outreach opportunities tailored to specific community needs or first languages with support from cultural outreach assistants.
• Identify and act on opportunities for new or improved projects, programs, tools, and partnerships to advance the implementation of the Sustainable Bellevue plan.
  
  

Qualifications

• Knowledge of local sustainability and climate action planning and implementation best practices.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to deliver persuasive, succinct presentations to residents, partners, senior management, and community members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
• Skill with various software programs including Microsoft Office, HubSpot, Mailchimp, and Survey Monkey, website content management, among others.
• Excellent written communication skills and abilities to communicate in various mediums, ranging from newsletters, flyers, and social media to technical reports and plans.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, other governmental jurisdictions, contractors and other City staff; ability to communicate and express ideas effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Experience with project management, including managing budgets, timelines, deliverables, and progress reporting.
  
  

Education And Experience Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in urban planning, environmental policy, environmental science, public policy, communications, or a combination of similar experience and education.
• Three to five years of professional related experience in administering programs, preferably in the public sector, which experience may include budgetary, analytical, communications, environmental education, and project management responsibilities.
• Or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
  
  

All new hires will be required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of hire. The City is not able to sponsor work visas.

Supplemental Information

This Position Is Limited Term (LTE)

A fully benefited employee appointed to serve in a position scheduled to work a minimum of 30 hours a week for a specific project with a specific ending date which is anticipated to last more than five months with an expected end date: 12/31/2026.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms.
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee may be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry up to 20 pounds.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet.
  
  

Flexible/Hybrid Working

The City is implementing a flexible/hybrid work policy that will allow staff to work remotely. Full-time remote work is not an option.Remote work for this position is subject to department's operational needs and will be discussed with candidates during the selection process. Once hired, employees must reside in the State of Washington.

Work Authorization: All applicants will be

required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of

hire. The City is not able to sponsor work visas.

HIRING PROCESS

The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. To evaluate all candidates fairly and equitably, the City will make all applicants anonymous when we are screening the applications. We will redact information from our application such as your name, address, and other demographics. To help us, please complete the online application form as fully as possible.

• Answer the Supplemental Questions when requested which can be found on the Questions tab of the Job posting.
• We do not accept resumes and cover letters during the anonymous application screening stage, unless otherwise stated in the job description.
• Applicants advancing to the next stage may be required to provide a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and references.
  
  

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• All candidates will be required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of hire. The City is not able to sponsor work visas.
• All positions require the completion of references checks, including at least one prior supervisor.
• Some positions may require completion of a criminal background check prior to start employment
• Some positions may require obtaining a commercial driver's license (CDL), licensures, or additional certifications.
  
  

At the City of Bellevue, you'll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service, upholding the public interest and advancing the community vision. The six essential and enduring principles that guide our individual actions, our interactions, and our decision making in the City of Bellevue organization is: Exceptional Public Service, Stewardship, Commitment to Employees, Integrity, Innovation, and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. You'll work in an environment that is innovative, collaborative, future focused, and committed to excellence. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. It's what makes the City of Bellevue an exciting place to work, live, and explore.

Have we piqued your interest yet? Come join our team! The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office, at 425-452-6838 or [e-mail] . If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations, please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.

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