Sustainability Assistant (Part-Time)

City of Hartford, CT • Hartford, CT

255d • $21

About The Position

The City of Hartford is seeking a part-time Sustainability Assistant to facilitate and administer community projects related to energy efficiency and environmental sustainability in the community. The Sustainability Assistants will report to the City's Sustainability Director in the Office of Sustainability and Office of the Chief Operating Officer. The Sustainability Assistant will support a variety of activities related to the implementation of the City's Climate Action Plan, City Plan and much more.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college with major coursework in Environmental Studies, Engineering, Economics, Project Management, Landscape Architecture, or a related field.
• One (1) year of progressively responsible professional experience working on sustainability initiatives.
• A valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual preferred.
• Knowledge of Hartford's neighborhoods and environmental concerns.
• Advanced software skills (i.e. Excel, GIS, Photoshop).

Responsibilities

• Plans and executes departmental projects and initiatives.
• Evaluates projects for improvement.
• Performs outreach under the direction of City staff and/or contractors.
• Conducts research on various topics relating to sustainability and energy efficiency.
• Supports project managers on procurement-related matters (i.e. RFPs, contracts) or other duties.
• Supports the Office's fundraising, grant writing and grants administration efforts through research, writing and other tasks.
• Updates communications materials, including flyers, website content, videos, champion profiles, and social media posts.
• Supports City staff in meetings with notetaking, agenda development, adherence to legal reporting requirements, and technology logistics for online meetings.
• Identifies and recommends proposals of new sustainability initiatives.
• Communicates with residents, nonprofits, government agencies, and foundations.
• Promotes the culture of sustainability by identifying methods for maintaining sustainability performance.
• Performs additional related duties as required.

Benefits

• Part-time position with a pay rate of $21.00 per hour.
• Flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree