Sustainability Planner: Climate Action & Community Impact

City of Lakewood; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

The City of Lakewood is seeking a Sustainability Planner to develop resources, policies, and programs aligned with the City’s sustainability goals. The role emphasizes cross-department collaboration, public outreach, and data-driven reporting.

A strong background in planning and policy development is essential. Qualifications include a Bachelor's in a sustainability field and 2+ years of related experience, with proficiency in ArcGIS and data management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a sustainability-related field.
• Two years of sustainability-related experience.
• Experience developing policy and implementing programs.
• Experience engaging diverse communities.
• Experience working with City officials.
• Experience with data management, analysis, reporting.

Responsibilities

• Develop resources, policies, and programs for the City of Lakewood’s sustainability goals.
• Address land-use, policy, and zoning in sustainable contexts.
• Lead climate action, zero waste, and transportation initiatives.
• Engage stakeholders; prepare staff reports and outreach materials.
• Collaborate across departments and facilitate consensus among diverse groups.
• Handle time-sensitive tasks and present to community groups in public settings.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Public speaking

Project management

Time management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in sustainability planning, environmental science, urban planning, public administration

Tools

ArcGIS

Canva or Adobe In-Design

Job description

The City of Lakewood is seeking a Sustainability Planner to develop resources, policies, and programs aligned with the City’s sustainability goals. The role emphasizes cross-department collaboration, public outreach, and data-driven reporting.

A strong background in planning and policy development is essential. Qualifications include a Bachelor's in a sustainability field and 2+ years of related experience, with proficiency in ArcGIS and data management.