Sustainability Policy & Programs Manager

Planning; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Vermont Agency of Transportation (VTrans) seeks a high-performing professional to launch and manage sustainability initiatives in the Environmental Policy & Sustainability program. The role focuses on accelerating EV adoption, energy strategies, pollution reduction, and policy development across environmental topics.

The ideal candidate brings experience in technical analyses, GIS, project management, and public administration, with strong written and verbal communication skills to collaborate

Responsibilities

• Establish and execute supporting business processes required to implement new program initiatives.
• Complete research and technical analyses to aid in policy recommendations, reports on performance, and continuous improvements.
• Manage contractor and vendor procurement, budget, and invoicing.
• Foster and maintain positive relationships with Agency staff and external partners involved with new programs.
• Inform and advise program leads and leadership on policy development and legislative proposals.
• Represent the Agency at meetings with communities, agencies, funding partners, and stakeholders.
• Support the presentation of programmatic and funding information to the General Assembly and public hearings.
• Address media inquiries.

Job description

Vermont Agency of Transportation (VTrans) seeks a high-performing professional to launch and manage sustainability initiatives in the Environmental Policy & Sustainability program. The role focuses on accelerating EV adoption, energy strategies, pollution reduction, and policy development across environmental topics.

The ideal candidate brings experience in technical analyses, GIS, project management, and public administration, with strong written and verbal communication skills to collaborate