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Position Overview:

Under the general direction of the Deputy City Manager, Economic Development, plans, organizes and administers the work of municipal and City-wide environmental initiatives and sustainability efforts to reduce local greenhouse gas emission; assures the City’s compliance with applicable environmental federal, state, and regional codes and regulations; and performs related work as assigned to improve environmental quality which impacts the City’s adopted Climate Action Plan (CAP) and City Council’s Strategic Priorities; which are primarily funded through CalRecycle, California Energy Commission, Chevron Environmental and Community Investment Agreement (ECIA) funds, franchise fees, and other grant sources.

The current vacancy is in the Office of the City Manager – Environmental and Health Division. The incumbent will be responsible for managing various programs and projects related to implementing the adopted Climate Action Plan, which includes increasing diversion, enhancing solid waste diversion and recycling services, reducing energy consumption, overseeing and implementing renewable energy programs, increasing opportunities and demand for local green jobs, and implementing local environmental quality projects. This position will also assist in developing and administering grants and
budgets, and performing policy and program development and implementation activities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Thorough Knowledge of: principles and practices to implement various environmental initiatives programs; including strategies to reduce energy consumption, increase renewable energy supply, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, address climate change impacts, institute green building standards and practices, divert waste, support green jobs and reduce pollution and toxins to help create healthy communities; current environmental laws, rules, ordinances and regulations; and principles and procedures of grant preparation and administration.

Skill in: planning, organizing, assigning, supervising, training, reviewing and evaluating the work of staff; preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence and written materials; preparing and making presentations; using initiative and independent judgment within general policy guidelines; and utilizing computerized programs and software (Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD, Utility Manager and ArcGIS).

Ability to: communicate effectively with the public and elected officials; read, interpret, negotiate, and write ordinances, legislation, contracts and legal documents; monitor and enforce contract provisions and agreements; plan, organize and direct the efforts of groups and individuals with various and diverse goals and objectives; develop work procedures and determine priorities, including interpreting and consistently applying program rules and regulations; and establish and maintain effective working
relationships with those contacted in the course of the work, including City staff, businesses, industries, regulatory agencies and other municipalities.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, engineering technology, facilities management, public or business administration, or a closely-related field, AND five (5) years of experience in regulatory compliance, with at least two (2) years of experience working at the lead or supervisory level.

A Master’s degree is desirable and can be substituted for two (2) years of regulatory compliance experience, but cannot be substituted for the required two (2) years of experience working at the lead or supervisory level.

License/Certification: Possession of a valid California Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record is an on-going requirement.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to work in an office or outdoor setting and have a range of hearing and vision equal to performing the essential functions of the job. Incumbent will be subject to a variety of weather conditions and noise, dust, vibrations, various chemicals, and odors associated with job responsibilities. Incumbent must have a range of motion to permit climbing stairs, walking, standing, stooping, and crouching for extended periods of time.