Hybrid Sustainability Program Manager – Climate Action & Resilience

City of Raleigh NC; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Raleigh seeks an experienced Sustainability Manager to lead the Office of Sustainability in implementing climate action, social advancement, and resilience initiatives. You will guide cross-department teams, manage resources, and represent the City’s sustainability progress with executive presence.

In this management role, you’ll report to the Sustainability Officer, supervise multiple direct reports, and support staff across buildings, energy, transportation, land use, and resilience

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 7–9 years of strategy, innovation, or human-centered design experience.
• Experience leading cross-department teams and managing budgets within a municipal context.
• Certified or trained in change management, PMP, LEED, or related sustainability credentials are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Leads and develops the Sustainability team with clear direction and support.
• Oversees program organization, CCAP-aligned project execution, and tracking.
• Manages budgets and resources for sustainability initiatives.
• Cultivates relationships with internal and external partners to advance climate, resilience, and social goals.
• Strengthens systems to improve workflows and scalable climate action.
• Serves as a key leader, stepping in for the Sustainability Officer when needed.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Systems thinking

Change management

Operational clarity

Budget stewardship

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Behavioral Science, Design Studies, Psychology, Business Administration, Entrepreneurship, Public Health, Public Administration, Urban Planning

Job description

City of Raleigh seeks an experienced Sustainability Manager to lead the Office of Sustainability in implementing climate action, social advancement, and resilience initiatives. You will guide cross-department teams, manage resources, and represent the City’s sustainability progress with executive presence.

In this management role, you’ll report to the Sustainability Officer, supervise multiple direct reports, and support staff across buildings, energy, transportation, land use, and resilience