Sustainability Manager

Broward County is not accepting attachments for this recruitment, including resumes or similar supporting documentation. Please ensure you complete the application in its entirety and include all information you want considered. The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Environmental Program Supervisor (Sustainability Manager) to support the Natural Resources Division. Benefits of Broward County Employment: High Deductible Health Plan – bi-weekly premiums: Single $10.39 / Family $76.94 Includes a County Funded Health Savings Account of up to $2400 Annually Consumer Driven Health Plan – bi-weekly premiums: Single $78.64 / Family $273.13 Florida Retirement System (FRS) – Pension or Investment Plan 457 Deferred Compensation employee match Eleven (11) paid holidays each year Vacation (Paid Time Off) = 2 weeks per year Up to 40 hours of Job Basis Leave for eligible positions Tuition Reimbursement (Up to 2K annually) Paid Parental Leave The Sustainability Program Manager is a professional position responsible for taking a lead role in the Natural Resources Division’s Sustainability and Environmental Outreach Section which implements sustainability programs/projects and performs public outreach and education. The successful candidate will provide vision and leadership in the implementation and development of new and existing outreach programs, policy, events, and projects, building relationships and raising environmental awareness in Broward County. The preferred candidate will be familiar with regionally relevant sustainability considerations, resources, plans and policies, and outreach tools, including various social media platforms. Candidate should have experience in planning and policy, particularly in relation to relevant areas of the County’s Comprehensive Plan and Climate Change Action Plan. Candidate should have experience in administering contracts, interlocal agreements and enforcement of County ordinances. The position requires excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing, experience with PowerPoint, Publisher (or equivalent), Excel and social media platforms. Candidate should be highly motivated and creative, enjoy working as a team, and have superior organizational and leadership skills. Responsibilities include: Grant and project management support Budget development and management Project review and agency comment Planning and implementing outreach programs Planning and convening the County’s Sustainability Stewards workshops Government Operations workgroup meetings Developing a Junior Sustainability Stewards team Work is reviewed through regular meetings, reports and assignments. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: Requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in environmental sciences, chemistry, geology, hydrology, biology, ecology, limnology, engineering or closely related field. Requires three (3) years in environmental management and/or licensing, or natural resource protection or closely related experience including two (2) years of lead work/supervisory experience. Special Certifications and Licenses Required: Possess and maintain a valid Florida Class E Driver's License based on area of assignment. Preferences: Master’s degree in planning, engineering, environmental sciences, or related field. Project Management Professional Certification LEED Certification Environmental Sustainability Certification FACE Certification GIS Certification Development of Community-wide Plans/Programs Experience Three years of supervisory experience Contract and budget management Experience securing and managing grants Production of communication tools and outreach campaigns Preparation and publication of reports Two years of professional GIS experience Physical Demands: Performs light work that involves walking or standing most of the time and involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis. Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment): Involves routine and frequent exposure to traffic; moving machinery. Competencies: Manages Complexity Cultivates Innovation Plans and Aligns Optimizes Work Processes Ensures Accountability Builds Effective Teams Communicates Effectively Persuades Manages Ambiguity County Core Values: Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions. Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity. Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance: Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Emergency Management Responsibilities: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County-wide Employee Responsibilities: All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity.

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