Sustainability Coordinator Job at County of Rockland, New York, NY

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  • County of Rockland
  • New York, NY

Job Description

The Rockland County Department of Planning is seeking a candidate to perform technical-professional work responsible for coordinating and managing a Sustainability program. The position will be responsible for developing and administering sustainability initiatives, policies, and programs and tracking and managing statewide certification programs. The work is performed under the general supervision of a Principal Planner and/or higher-level administrator and supervision is provided to others involved with sustainability activities. Does related work as required.

Candidates must possess thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of sustainability initiatives related to climate change, energy conservation, renewable energy systems, and greenhouse gas emissions; good knowledge of grant funding sources and grant application processes; ability to conduct research studies, as they relate to sustainability; ability to supervise the work of others; ability to analyze, compile and present information; ability to educate and interact with others; ability to prepare written reports; ability to understand and interpret complex written material; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective relations with others including the general public, government officials, committee members, etc.; ability to use computer software and applications in the completion of assignments.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. A Bachelor’s degree in Sustainability, Planning (e.g., Urban, Regional, Community, Environmental), Environmental Science/Studies or Engineering, Biology, Ecology, Natural Resources, Geography, Public Administration or comparable curriculum and four (4) years of professional experience in the development or implementation of sustainability initiatives such as climate change, energy conservation, energy management, renewable energy, greenhouse gas emissions, natural or water resources, comprehensive planning*, transportation*, or related initiatives; or

2. A Master’s degree in Sustainability, Planning (e.g., Urban, Regional, Community, Environmental), Environmental Science/Studies or Engineering, Biology, Ecology, Natural Resources, Geography, Public Administration, or comparable curriculum and two (2) years of professional experience in the development or implementation of sustainability initiatives such as climate change, energy conservation, energy management, renewable energy, greenhouse gas emissions, natural or water resources, comprehensive planning*, transportation*, or related initiatives.

* Examples of planning and transportation experience should include activities related to the incorporation of sustainability and climate change impacts.

Other Requirements and Information:

This position in a NYS Civil Service approved non-competitive title in the NY HELPS Program.

Salary and Benefits:

Salary and benefits are competitive with the public sector market including but not limited to the following:

  • $79,310 / Annually
  • 40 Hour work week
  • Medical, Dental and Vision
  • Time off including vacation, personal and holiday time.
  • New York State Pension Eligibility
  • Tuition reimbursement, leadership and other professional development training

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should email a completed Rockland County employment application, resume and cover letter to:

sustainability@co.rockland.ny.us

Position open until filled.

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