Sustainability Coordinator

City of Greenville • Greenville, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Greenville has an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Sustainability Coordinator. This position will play a vital role in the organization, responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and management of sustainable initiatives for City departments and functions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, sustainability, environmental engineering, or related field.
• Three to five years of professional sustainability-related experience.
• Knowledge of best practices in sustainability, environmental regulations, and green technologies.
• Knowledge of environmental laws and industry standards.
• Knowledge of grant writing.
• Skilled in written and oral communication.
• Skilled in basic office skills, recordkeeping, and organization skills.
• Skilled in interpersonal and communication skills for community engagement, partnership building, and collaborative interactions with staff, elected officials, and the general public.
• Ability to plan, implement, and manage sustainability projects.
• Ability to assess data and measure data trends.
• Ability to identify problems and develop effective solutions related to sustainability.
• Ability to work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.
• Ability to meet the mental and physical demands of the job.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements sustainability initiatives that advance City goals related to waste reduction, recycling contamination reduction, fleet electrification, building optimization, resource conservation, and operational efficiency.
• Partners with other City departments to measure and monitor carbon emissions and waste from municipal operations and offer recommendations on emission and waste reduction strategies.
• Researches and applies for grants and funding opportunities to support sustainability projects and initiatives within the City.
• Develops environmental education programs and provides training, education, and outreach to staff and the public on sustainability best practices and initiatives.
• Develops applicable policies and procedures.
• Monitors monthly utility data and recommends adjustments and improvements.
• Investigates climate and energy best practices and reports information to appropriate staff.
• Monitors latest trends and technologies in sustainability and recommends innovative solutions to enhance environmental performance.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level