Job Description

The Opportunity

Washington County is seeking an individual to join our County Administrative Office as a Sustainability Program Manager. This position is responsible for planning, organizing, guiding, and coordinating Washington County’s efforts to implement sustainable practices, including leading Board of Commissioner approved policies and strategies to address climate change within the County organization and externally with jurisdictional partners. Knowledge of sustainability programs, policy development, climate action planning, and sustainable principles (3Es: environment, economy, equity) is required for this position.

Ideal Candidate
A successful candidate will possess:

1. Commitment to Washington County and our mission statement through programs, partnerships, and best practices that focuses on advancing sustainability, social equity, and resiliency in our community.
2. Proven knowledge and experience working within sustainability, climate change, policy development and with multiple stakeholders from different jurisdictions.
3. The cultural awareness and social courage to advocate for staff and the community through Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI).
4. Accountability and integrity in their leadership skills as a mentor for staff to learn from and follow.
5. Engagement with staff to create an open and supportive workplace culture that fosters trust and leadership, focusing on staff advocacy and employee retention.
6. Ability to make proactive and innovative decision with a strategic and creative vision for the future of Washington County.
7. Effective communication and active listening skills that prioritize transparency and empathy with others.

This position has a flexible schedule, including the ability to telework, as business needs allow.

For a list of essential job duties and to learn more about this position’s knowledge, skills, and abilities, use this link.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and that candidate may come from a variety of backgrounds and lived experiences. If you’re interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role, even if you believe you do not meet all of the hiring criteria described above.  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience and Education:

• A Bachelor’s degree in sustainability, science, engineering, planning, environmental studies, public administration or management or other related field; AND three (3) years of professional experience developing, managing, delivering and evaluating sustainability, climate action or recycling programs, which includes at least one (1) year of staff supervision; OR
• An Associate degree in sustainability, science, engineering, planning, environmental studies, public administration or management or other related field; AND five (5) years of professional developing, managing, delivering and evaluating sustainability, climate action or recycling programs, which includes at least one (1) year of staff supervision; OR
• Seven (7) years of professional experience developing, managing, delivering and evaluating sustainability, climate action or recycling programs, which includes at least one (1) year of staff supervision.

Preferred Requirements:

• Certification or specialized training in the following areas: public management, sustainability leadership, sustainability analytics, climate change, master recycler or graduate certificate in sustainability. Examples of relevant certifications include Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED GA or LEED AP), International Society of Sustainability Professionals (ISSP-SA or ISSP-CSP), Certified Climate Change Professional (CC-P) and Project Management Professional (PMP).

Position Specific Requirements

• Must have the ability to arrange for timely transportation in order to attend required appointments and meetings at off-site locations.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Please be clear and specific in the applicable sections of the employment application about how your background is relevant. This information must also be consistent with your supplemental question responses. 

Next Steps

1. Apply today! In lieu of a resume, complete and submit an online application, which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and to determine starting pay in accordance with the provision of the Oregon Equal Pay Act.
2. MQ Review: HR will screen applications for MQs after the close date.
3. Subject Matter Expert (SME) Review: Depending on the number of applicants that meet MQs, a SME panel may perform an in-depth evaluation of your application materials, including your responses to the supplemental questions and cover letter.
4. Panel Interview(s): Our goal is to schedule panel interviews with candidates who successfully pass the SME Review as soon as possible.
5. Offer of Appointment: Human Resources will conduct a salary analysis for the successful candidate(s) and extend an offer of appointment.
6. Start Date: A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.

Our Commitment to You

We are committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on their relative knowledge, skills, and abilities. Washington County values a culture of equity, diverse perspectives, and life experiences. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration, and work-life harmony. We offer job stability, a comprehensive benefits package, and an opportunity to serve and support our diverse community. We are an equal-opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and an inclusive workforce. Women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

• Veterans’ Preference: If you are a veteran and would like to request veterans’ preference points for this recruitment, please review instructions using this link: Veterans’ Preference Points 
• Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: A reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance, please contact Human Resources at 503-846-8606 or [email protected] at least 48 hours before the step(s) of the selection process for which you feel you need an accommodation.

Additional Resources

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Questions (?) Regarding This Recruitment 
Email: [email protected]

How to Apply

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Job Categories: Sustainability. Job Types: Full-Time. Salaries: 100,000 and above.

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