Climate Change Project Specialist

Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control; Dover (DE); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control seeks a Climate Change Policy Specialist to support climate action planning, dashboards, and policy research. The role involves analyzing environmental policies, building resources for local government resilience, and aiding in electrification and public health considerations.

Experience in GIS (ArcGIS) and Power BI is highly desirable, with strong research and communication skills to collaborate across agencies and stakeholder

Qualifications

• Six months experience in conducting research.
• Six months experience using standard office software for word processing, spreadsheets or databases.
• Knowledge of climate change, environmental, and/or clean transportation policies.
• Knowledge of interpreting rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Possession of a valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Research and analyze policies, data and information.
• Evaluate costs, benefits, and consequences of environmental and transportation policies.
• Develop forms, spreadsheets, records and reports to document progress of adaptation recommendations.
• Coordinate between agencies for meetings, site visits and data needs.
• Must be able to demonstrate responsibility, dependability and good communication skills.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Research

Data analysis

Policy knowledge

Tools

ArcGIS

ArcGIS Online

Power BI

Job description

Introduction

Climate change is a huge, complicated issue. In tackling a challenge of this scale, Delaware is taking action across state agencies to avoid the worst impacts of climate change, and to fortify the state against the impacts we already have begun to experience.

Summary Statement

This position works on a broad range of climate change mitigation and adaptation projects in DNREC’s Climate and Sustainability Section. Projects may include supporting implementation of the 2025 Delaware Climate Action Plan, creating a public-facing dashboard for reporting implementation progress, climate change policy research and development, participation in outreach and education initiatives, and development of resources to support local government sustainability & resilience plans. Assignments will also include work on policies and programs focusing on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and improving community resiliency through climate change adaptation. The candidate will support programs and initiatives that support the strategies outlined in the Delaware Climate Action Plan, as well as other greenhouse gas emission reduction strategies. The Climate Change Policy Specialist will also provide research and technical analysis to support building electrification, environmental justice, and public health considerations in Delaware’s response to the global climate change crisis. Candidates with proficiency in GIS software including ESRI products (ArcGIS and ArcGIS Online) and/or Microsoft Power BI Data Visualization software are strongly desired.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class.

Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Research and analyze policies, data and information.
• Evaluate costs, benefits, and consequences of environmental and transportation policies.
• Develop forms, spreadsheets, records and reports to document progress of adaptation recommendations.
• Coordinate between agencies for meetings, site visits and data needs.
• Must be able to demonstrate responsibility, dependability and good communication skills.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Six months experience in conducting research.
• Six months experience in using standard computer software programs for word processing, spreadsheets or databases.
• Knowledge of climate change, environmental, and/or clean transportation policies.
• Knowledge of interpreting rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Possession of a valid Driver's License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

Additional Posting Information

This posting may be closed on or before the posted closing date upon filling the vacant position(s).

This is a Casual/Seasonal position which is a non-pension eligible position without healthcare and/or other benefits.

The State of Delaware recognizes the value of telework and flexible working schedules. This position is eligible for Alternative Work Schedules according to the State of Delaware’s Alternative Work Arrangement Policy. More information will be shared at the time of interview.

Conditions of Hire

DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H-1 B Visas.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.

As a condition of hire you must possess a valid driver's license (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

Criminal background check: A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire. The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.

All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.

Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling [phone] or by visiting delawarerelay.com.

If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call [phone] or email [e-mail].