Date Posted:

February 12, 2019

Salary:

$39.27 – $53.01 / Hour

Description:

Responsible for coordination and implementation of the County’s Government Operations Climate Action Plan, which includes spearheading and coordinating projects to reduce greenhouse gas emissions at County facilities; efforts to ensure County facilities are prepared for climate change impacts and will lead the County’s Sustainable Purchasing Initiative and other climate change initiatives; effectively engage community members in sustainability efforts and initiatives, build partnerships and collaborate with County and city officials, government staff, and community stakeholders to achieve measurable progress toward the County’s climate and sustainability goals. The candidate will ensure programs and projects are equitable and accessible to all community members.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have:
• A strong interest in sustainability, climate change, and environmental issues.
• Experience in the field and a related college degree; Master’s preferred.
• A strong interest and experience in integrating race, equity, and social and environmental justice into programs and projects.
• Experience completing greenhouse gas emissions inventories, developing Climate Action Plans, and tracking progress on plans is preferred.
• Experience preparing written materials such as narratives, project summaries, or Board reports, technical charts, presentations, and public outreach materials.
• Experience delivering targeted presentations.

How to Apply:

A competitive benefits package is associated with this position. For complete information regarding benefits please click here.

To learn more about the position and to apply online, visit our website at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sanmateo/jobs/2713430/climate-action-specialist-open-and-promotional. Applications are only accepted online. EOE

Filing Deadline:

March 10, 2020