Planner I - Sustainability & Resilience (Planning & Development)

Shelby County TN; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Shelby County TN is seeking a Sustainability and Resilience Program Coordinator to assist in coordinating sustainability programs for Memphis and Shelby County, working with public agencies, communities and nonprofits to promote sustainable practices.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in urban planning, environmental studies, landscape architecture, or closely related field and at least two years of related experience; a Master's degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience in sustainability, urban planning, environmental policy, or related field.
• Bachelor's degree in urban planning, environmental studies, landscape architecture, or closely related field.
• Master's degree in urban planning, environmental studies, landscape architecture, or closely related field preferred.
• An equivalent combination of related education and/or experience.
• Proof of education, training and/or experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Contributes subject-matter expertise to program conceptualization, development, and execution to support implementation of climate action and resilience plans.
• Assists with applications for grant-funding, collects and prepares reports to comply with grant regulations.
• Prepares research, analysis and reports for internal and external stakeholders on sustainability initiatives.
• Prepares maps, charts, and other graphic and visual presentations.
• Coordinates with public agencies, local government, non-profit, and community partners on projects and information requests.
• Prepares public outreach and educational materials communicating initiatives using varied media.
• Assists with research and data analysis for special projects.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Critical thinking

Public speaking

Persuasive writing

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in urban planning, environmental studies, landscape architecture, or closely related field

Master's degree in urban planning, environmental studies, landscape architecture, or closely related field preferred

Tools

ArcGIS

MS Office

Adobe software

Job description

Position Summary

Works under the general supervision of the Administrator of Sustainability and Resilience, assist in coordinating sustainability program areas for Memphis and Shelby County. Work closely with public agencies, local governments, citizens, non-profit organizations, advocacy groups and communities to promote sustainable practices and initiatives.

Pay Grade: 51

Salary Commensurate with Experience and Education

Minimum Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience in sustainability, urban planning, environmental policy, or related field; AND
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in urban planning, environmental studies, landscape architecture, or closely related field.
• Master's degree from an accredited college or university in urban planning, environmental studies, landscape architecture, or closely related field preferred.
• An equivalent combination of related education and/or experience.
• PROOF OF EDUCATION, TRAINING AND/OR EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Contributes subject-matter expertise to program conceptualization, development, and execution to support implementation of the Memphis Area Climate Action Plan, the Mid-South Regional Resilience Master Plan, the Sustainable Shelby plan and other related plans and studies produced by the Sustainability and Resilience department.
• Assists with applications for grant-funding, collects and prepares reports and other required information to comply with the grant regulations and guidelines.
• Prepares research, analysis and reports for internal and external stakeholders on sustainability initiatives, practices, and regulations.
• Prepares maps, charts, and other graphic and visual presentations.
• Coordinates with public agencies, local government, non-profit, and/or community partners on projects, research, or regular information requests.
• Prepares public outreach and educational materials to communicate Sustainability and Resilience department initiatives or practices using varied forms of media (digital, print, radio, television).
• Assists with research and data analysis for special projects.
• Performs other related duties as required or directed.

KSAs

• Knowledge of best practices in sustainability concepts and initiatives.
• Ability to work with database, spreadsheet, and design software, (ArcGIS, MS Office, Adobe software).
• Ability to design maps, charts, models, sketches and other graphic and visual presentations.
• Ability to utilize critical thinking, persuasive writing, and strong public speaking skills.
• Ability to collect and prepare required data for grant funding applications in compliance with grant regulations and guidelines.
• Ability to prepare summaries, narrative statements, and to analyze pertinent technical facts reported in project studies.
• Ability to coordinate internal and external communication processes of sustainability initiatives.
• Ability to manage and measure government compliance with established sustainability standards.
• Ability to collaborate and respectfully engage diverse populations.
• General computer knowledge and skills.

Special Requirements

• Must possess a valid Tennessee driver's license or secure one upon date of employment.
• Attendance at meetings and activities on weekends and/or after regular business hours.
• Local and potential out-of-county travel for meetings and conferences.
• This position is subject to a background check for any convictions that have substantial relationship to potential job duties. Only convictions that are substantially related to potential job duties will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Disclaimer

This position is subject to a background check for any convictions that have substantial relationship to potential job duties. Only convictions that are substantially related to potential job duties will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Shelby County Resident Disclaimer

All employees hired after September 1, 1986, must be residents of Shelby County and shall continue to reside in the County as a condition of their employment. The residency requirement shall not apply to certain public safety/civil service employees. This means exemption from this policy is in effect for the following departments and positions: (1) Sheriff Deputy Patrol Officers, Deputy Jailers and Dispatchers, employed by the Sheriff Department, (2) Correction Officers employed by the Division of Corrections, (3) Firefighters, Paramedics and Dispatchers employed by the Shelby County Fire Department. The residency exemption for public safety/civil service employees does not include Appointed positions with Sheriff's Office, Division of Corrections or the Fire Department.