Climate Action & Community Engagement Coordinator

City of Roanoke, Virginia; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Roanoke, Virginia, seeks a Sustainability Coordinator to lead initiatives reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the community and municipal operations. You will implement the Climate Action Plan, support programs to cut carbon, collect data, and report progress to city council annually.

The role involves coordinating events, communications, and promoting city sustainability programs. Under the Sustainability Manager, you will help develop educational content, speak to diverse

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and two years of sustainability program experience.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex reports and regulations.
• Strong written and verbal communication for city council, management and public groups.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate public communication of the city’s climate change program across webpages, social media, and RVTV; serve as media contact.
• Promote BRITE programs and engage with neighborhood organizations, events, and schools on sustainability topics.
• Collaborate with Community Engagement and Stormwater to address solid waste, recycling, and stormwater needs.

Skills

Communication

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, engineering, urban planning, public policy or related field

Job description

The City of Roanoke, Virginia, seeks a Sustainability Coordinator to lead initiatives reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the community and municipal operations. You will implement the Climate Action Plan, support programs to cut carbon, collect data, and report progress to city council annually.

The role involves coordinating events, communications, and promoting city sustainability programs. Under the Sustainability Manager, you will help develop educational content, speak to diverse