Job Description

Job Classification: Chief Sustainability Officer 

Employment Status:  Full-time

Annual Salary/Grade:  $110,000 +/-DOQ/Grade 13 PM

FLSA:  Exempt

Union: Non-Union

Employment Commission:  N/A

Deadline for Application:  First review of application will occur on 2/16/2024

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Chief Sustainability Officer will lead on issues related to environmental sustainability and resilience and cross-departmental policy and planning as the Village implements Climate Ready Oak Park, a comprehensive and long-range plan developed in response to the global climate crisis. The Chief Sustainability Officer operates in a  leadership capacity out of the Village Manager’s Office, serving on the Village’s executive team and is expected to be a regional leader in the climate, sustainability, and environmental justice movement. The successful candidate will exemplify the Village Organization’s core values of community, connection, service and respect.

How to Apply

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS: To apply, candidates must submit a comprehensive resume, cover letter and contact information for five professional references to Assistant Village Manager/HR Director Kira Tchang at [email protected].  Candidates may contact Ms. Tchang with any questions. The Village of Oak Park offers a highly competitive benefit package that includes a retirement plan, deferred compensation program, social security, health & life insurance, vacation, sick leave & other benefits. For additional details of this position please click on the following link www.oak-park.us/chiefsustainabilityofficer

Job Categories: Sustainability. Job Types: Full-Time. Salaries: See posting for details.

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