ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY MANAGER

ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY MANAGER

City of Newport News

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7 Newport News, VA Job Details 1 day ago Qualifications Statistics Strategic goal setting Chemical hazards Financial statistical analysis Word processing Spreadsheets Professional ethics Writing skills Environmental remediation project management Statistical analysis for research Employee relationship building Economic analysis Driver's License Managing budgets in a finance role Task prioritization Accounting Forecasting Desktop applications Managing projects Algebra Productivity software Quantitative research General management Pollution regulations Natural resource management Full Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION ENVIRONMENT SUSTAINABILITY MANAGER CITY MANAGER

(DEPARTMENT NAME) Newport News, Virginia Human Resources Department

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Under limited supervision, this position is responsible for providing management and oversight of the Office of Sustainability, incorporating environmental sustainability in City operations and supporting City sustainability priorities through programs and innovative initiatives. Reports to the Housing and Neighborhood Services Department Director.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Responsible for the development and implementation of the Newport News Climate Action Plan of citywide sustainability programs to reduce environmental impacts, protect ecosystems and pursue community climate equity. Supports various Citywide Environmental Sustainable initiatives and other Citywide, regional, State, and/or National initiatives to build a framework for providing a sustainable, healthy environment. Provides guidance on emerging sustainability strategies and applicable laws and regulations; interacts with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies, academic institutions, and other organizations to collaboratively build sustainability systems. Provides information and support to City departments for environmental performance practices such as "green building," energy management, transportation alternatives, and resource conservation. Responsible for budget preparation for the Office of Sustainability; works to identify and pursue funding sources to include state and federal funds, private grants and City funding to support environmental and sustainability initiatives. Develops and maintains metrics to monitor performance of environmental management and eco-friendly programs, including cost-benefit analyses, energy consumption, return on investment, pollutant reductions, water quality, air quality, and waste diversion practices. Facilitates internal and external collaboration to support City environmental and sustainability efforts. Organizes and manages a Citywide sustainability team in developing and implementing environmental and sustainability policies and procedures. Serves as the City's key advisor on environmental sustainability project updates and issues; communicates regularly with the department management teams, division administrators and City Council and City management. Responds to inquiries from staff, community and elected officials and other governmental agencies. Performs other duties as assigned. PC# 22243 Page 1 of 3

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STANDARD

Employees at all levels are expected to effectively work together to meet the needs of the community and the organization through work behaviors demonstrating the City's Values. Employees are also expected to lead by example and demonstrate the highest level of ethics.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

Environmental Management

• Thorough knowledge of the scientific principles involved with environmental systems affecting land, water and air usage to include pollution control, environmental health and safety, and applicable federal, state and local regulations.

Knowledge of technology solutions for environmental management, control, remediation, and sustainability. Knowledge of hazardous chemicals and materials. Strategic Planning

• Thorough knowledge of strategic planning principles and theories to ensure a path to achieve defined goals and objectives, as well as implementing plans to accomplish desired outcomes. Thorough knowledge of research and analysis methods and techniques; thorough knowledge of statistical analysis and forecasting techniques. Project Management
• Knowledge of organizing, planning, coordinating, managing and directing comprehensive conservation projects.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Critical Thinking

• Uses logic and reasoning to understand, analyze, and evaluate complex situations and research information to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to the situation. Time Management
• Establishes and implements effective administrative programs and procedures. Plans and organizes daily work routine. Establishes priorities for the completion of work in accordance with sound time-management methodology. Interpersonal Relationships
• Develops and maintains cooperative and professional relationships with employees, managers, and representatives from other departments and organizations.

REQUIRED ABILITIES

Communication

• Excellent ability to communicate complex ideas verbally (including public speaking) and in writing to a diverse array of audiences including but not limited to the general public, public officials, businesses, and the scientific community. Computer Skills
• Ability to utilize a personal computer with word processing, spreadsheet and related software with reasonable speed and accuracy. Financial Management
• Ability to perform arithmetic, algebraic, and statistical applications.

Ability to employ economic and accounting principles and practices in the analysis and reporting of budget and grant information.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field and 5-7 years of progressive environmental or sustainability program management experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A Master's Degree PC# 22243 Page 2 of 3

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ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

An acceptable general background check to include a local and state criminal history check, and a valid Virginia driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work Some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5

• 10pounds).

Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.

SENSORY REQUIREMENTS

Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURES

Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, weather, fumes, smoke, temperature and noise extremes, hazardous materials, fire, traffic hazards, toxic agents, explosives, firearms, violence, disease or rude/irate persons. PC# 22243 Page 3 of 3

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