SUMMARY/PURPOSE

To direct and coordinate the management, implementation, and advancement of the City's sustainability and resiliency program across all aspects of City operations. This position is responsible for enhancing City policies, programs, and initiatives that promote environmental sustainability, energy efficiency, resilient transportation systems, and sustainable utility management across City of Duluth operations. The Sustainability Officer will also advise on ordinances and resolutions and develop related City initiatives. Additionally, this position will serve as a liaison to the broader community, fostering collaboration on sustainability and resiliency for City of Duluth energy use, transportation, and utilities. The Sustainability Officer will serve as the City’s primary staff liaison to the Energy Plan Commission and the Transportation Commission.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

The supervisor sets the overall objectives and resources available. The incumbent and supervisor, in consultation, develop the deadlines, projects, and work to be done.

SUPERVISION GIVEN

Does not have direct supervisory responsibility but does have significant oversight of employees or projects that require delegation and direction over the work of others.

1. Lead and manage the City's sustainability and resiliency initiatives, including policy development, implementation, and monitoring.

2. Serve as the City's primary liaison on sustainability and resiliency matters, to include engaging with elected officials, agencies, businesses, and residents.

3. Secure and manage grant funding of sustainability efforts, ensuring compliance, reporting, and financial oversight.

4. Conduct policy analysis and advocacy on sustainability and resiliency issues, and act as a technical resource when needed.

5. Communicate sustainability and resiliency goals and progress through public outreach, reports, and informational materials.

6. Develop and track sustainability metrics to measure and report progress.

7. Advise department heads on integrating sustainable practices and evaluating cost-effective investments.

8. Promote sustainability within City operations, providing training and support to employees.

9. Deliver related presentations to City Council, boards, commissions, and other community stakeholders.

10. Work with all City departments to identify, secure and leverage funding for sustainability efforts.

11. Other duties may be assigned.

Education & Experience Requirements

A. Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Physical Science, Natural Science, Biological Science, Urban Planning, Public Administration, or equivalent; and five (5) years of professional program management experience in sustainability environmental or related field, including working in sustainability principles, environmental management and outreach, and/or climate change.

B. Master's degree is preferred.

C. Proven ability to secure, administer and evaluate state, federal, and private foundation grants.

License Requirements

A. Possess and maintain a valid Minnesota Class D driver's license or privilege.

Education/Experience Review: (100% of scoring process; 70% pass point): Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be rated based on the type (relatedness) and extent of their education and experience as documented on their application and/or supplemental questionnaire. Applicants who pass this exam will have their names placed on an eligible list for this classification.

Probation Period: 12 months
Duration of Eligible List: 1 month
Job Number: M26015

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