COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL

State of Arizona•Flagstaff, AZ

41d•Remote

About The Position

At ADEQ our mission/vision is to protect and enhance public health and the environment in Arizona. Through consistent, science-based environmental regulation; and clear, equitable engagement and communication; With integrity, respect, and the highest standards of effectiveness and efficiency; because Arizonans treasure the unique environment of our state and its essential role in sustaining well-being and economic vitality, today and for future generations. We are looking for an Environmental Science Specialist 3 to help drive our agency towards accomplishing this mission/vision. Our Community Engagement Professional will empower ADEQ's programs to partner with the public and communities to understand their environmental situation and pursue solutions to meet the needs of Arizona's communities and environment. As an Environmental Science Specialist 3 (Community Engagement Professional) one of your responsibilities is to bridge the communication between the public and our Agency, by building, planning, and nurturing relationships with local government officials, community members and stakeholders throughout Arizona. This position will serve as an agency expert on community engagement working with other Community Engagement staff to improve community understanding of environmental challenges and increase the community voice in ADEQ decisions. The Community Engagement Professional will be a liaison between Community Engagement team and staff throughout the agency and will coordinate their consultations with Community Engagement team to develop action plans for their program. The ESS3 will oversee implementation of agency-led initiatives as assigned. This position is available for remote work on a full-time basis within Arizona (including virtual office arrangements) with occasional office meetings and onsite evaluations. The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State's Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Requirements

State and Federal environmental regulations
Agency policies, processes and state/federal regulations regarding administration of Agency decisions.
Community Engagement
Principles and practices of community engagement and Techniques to ensure effective community engagement
How to build consensus on complicated and complex issues
AZ sources of pollution, best practices for preventing the release of pollutants, environmental research, investigation techniques and statistical analysis
Communicate effectively in controversial situations or on politically sensitive issues
Critical thinking skills
Identify connections and generate ideas for navigating complex problems
Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
Excellent problem-solving skills, organization skills and detail-oriented
Track project progress, timelines, deadlines, and deliverables, while also coordinating with project partners
Balance, prioritize and organize multiple tasks and complete assignments by applicable deadlines
Synthesize feedback and adjust plans accordingly
Understand and interpret environmental rules and statutes
Work both independently and in a team environment

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree or higher in an environmental discipline, science discipline, Communication, Public Administration or related field. Master's degree in related field may substitute for two years' experience
EES 3: 5 years or more of relevant experience in a similar or related capacity including community engagement, public relations

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, facilitate and provide communication between the public and ADEQ
Actively engage with residents, businesses and other stakeholders, providing information about ADEQ programs, regulations, and available assistance
Serves as a primary resource for department and division-wide community engagement activities
Assists program staff with coordinating public meetings and other community events to provide information and receive public comments
Coordinates efforts and communicates with other internal departments and division leaders that are involved in projects, development plans or strategies that may impact the community
Develops, oversees, and implements community engagement programs and strategies
Assists program staff, if needed, in planning, coordinating and implementing public involvement activities and outreach
Responsible for special assignments and projects
Researches, develops and implements innovative public involvement techniques including online/virtual public engagement
Ensures that ADEQ programs are responsive to community needs and that the public is well-informed about environmental regulations and resources

Benefits

10 paid holidays per year
Accrual of sick and annual leave beginning at 12 and 13 days per year respectively for full-time employees
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
A top-ranked retirement program with lifetime pension benefits
A robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability
An incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program
We promote the importance of work/life balance by offering workplace flexibility
We offer a variety of learning and career development opportunities

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