Sustainability Programs Lead – City Operations

City of Denton; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Denton is seeking a Sustainability Program Manager to oversee daily operations within Environmental Services and Sustainability. You will design and implement programs, track metrics, and coordinate grant activities to advance environmental initiatives in city operations and the community.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and several years of management or supervisory experience, with a strong emphasis on policy knowledge, stakeholder collaboration, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Sustainability, Environmental Sciences, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field.
• Three (3) years’ experience in municipal or private, or related field; and,
• Two (2) years’ experience in management or supervisory capacity; and,
• Any combination of related education, experience, certifications, and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the design, development and implementation of the sustainability program; evaluate initiatives, research best practices, and recommend process improvements.
• Ensure sustainability and resiliency are included in Citywide policies, practices and activities.
• Track program metrics, report, and provide summaries; demonstrate program success and continual evaluation.
• Coordinate and research grant activities, including reporting, tracking and identifying future grant opportunities.
• Manage and participate in community engagement activities to promote sustainability practices within city operations and the community.
• Research, design, and produce community engagement materials, presentations and activities for social media, websites, fliers, workshops and events.
• Manage assigned area operations and programs resources to ensure services meet regulatory and policy standards.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to achieve environmental and sustainability goals and establish collaborative relationships.

Skills

Project Management

Strategic Planning

Community Engagement

Data Analysis

Policy Knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Sustainability/Environmental Sciences/Public Administration/Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

City of Denton is seeking a Sustainability Program Manager to oversee daily operations within Environmental Services and Sustainability. You will design and implement programs, track metrics, and coordinate grant activities to advance environmental initiatives in city operations and the community.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and several years of management or supervisory experience, with a strong emphasis on policy knowledge, stakeholder collaboration, and