Sustainability & Environmental Programs Manager

ICLEI USA; Fremont, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Fremont’s Community Development Department seeks an Environmental Services Administrator (Sustainability Manager) to lead environmental sustainability and climate protection programs, manage waste and runoff initiatives, and guide the City’s Climate Action Plan. The role requires coordinating with other departments and managing staff, contracts, and funding strategies.

The successful candidate will oversee budgets, prepare reports, and engage with intergovernmental groups, residents,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, urban planning, project management, engineering, public policy, or business administration, or closely related field.
• Five years of progressively responsible experience related to environmental sustainability, urban runoff, or solid waste management.
• Master’s degree may substitute for one year of experience.
• Lead or supervisory experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop goals and objectives for assigned program area.
• Plan, organize, and oversee staff involved in assigned program area.
• Manage contracts for waste management, runoff, and sustainability initiatives.
• Prepare budgets, cost estimates, and monitor expenditures.
• Represent the City in intergovernmental groups and present to City Council.

Skills

Environmental sustainability

Urban runoff management

Integrated solid waste management

Budgeting & financial management

Staff supervision & training

Contract & grant administration

Project management

Public communication / stakeholder eng

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, urban planning, project management, engineering, public policy, or business administration, or closely related field

Master’s degree may substitute for one year of experience

Job description

The City of Fremont’s Community Development Department seeks an Environmental Services Administrator (Sustainability Manager) to lead environmental sustainability and climate protection programs, manage waste and runoff initiatives, and guide the City’s Climate Action Plan. The role requires coordinating with other departments and managing staff, contracts, and funding strategies.

The successful candidate will oversee budgets, prepare reports, and engage with intergovernmental groups, residents,