Job Description

We\'re looking for a highly motivated, passionate professional to take on the role of Sustainability Program Manager. You will join a dynamic team that is working to build a sustainable and resilient Mountain View. This position receives direction from the Chief Sustainability and Resiliency Officer, and may exercise direct supervision over assigned professional, technical, clerical, and consulting personnel. If you are a natural relationship builder committed to advancing sustainability, this position is for you! Review our detailed job description .

The Essentials

• Bachelor\'s degree from an accredited college or university in sustainability, environmental science, business, engineering, economics, planning, or other closely related field.

• Four years of progressively responsible experience in sustainability program development, analysis, implementation, and management.

• Valid California Class C driver\'s license.

• Relevant master\'s degree.

• Demonstrated experience of coordinating or overseeing related programs in a public-sector environment or nonprofit agency, and supervisory experience.

• Lead sustainability programs and projects; manage complex projects with the supervision of the Chief Sustainability and Resiliency Officer; and coordinate and serve as a technical resource on sustainability and resiliency efforts among departments, external agencies, and community organizations.

• Lead the implementation and ongoing administration of an equity integration plan.

• Lead the development, implementation and ongoing administration of a resilience and adaptation plan.

• Monitor and evaluate proposed sustainability measures to identify tradeoffs and recommend priority of investment through life cycle costing, cost/benefit analysis, or other methods prior to implementation.

• Participate in the appointment of personnel; and manage and direct the activities of assigned staff, including work assignments, performance evaluations, employee development, and disciplinary action.

• You are passionate about sustainability and equity.

• You work well in a fun, team-oriented environment.

• You possess deep technical knowledge of sustainability and like to jump right in to try new things.

• You bring strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with staff and community members.

• You can think on your feet and you believe problem solving is a good group activity.

• You possess superior quantitative and qualitative analysis skills.

• You have excellent oral and written communication skills, and the ability to communicate complex issues and engage diverse stakeholders

• You have exceptional project management experience, organizational abilities, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

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