Sustainability Coordinator (Limited Term)

Come Join the City of Bellevue!

Please fill out your application as fully as possible. The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. Read the Hiring Process section below to learn more.

New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint however we may go slightly higher based on experience internal equity and market.

One of the City of Bellevues core values is stewardship and the City is committed to advancing the implementation of the Sustainable Bellevue Plan coordinated by the sustainability team. The Sustainability Coordinator (Limited Term) position supports a portfolio of sustainability projects and leads communications and outreach for Bellevues sustainability team. The position will provide project administration marketing communications environmental education and outreach support for programs supporting Bellevue residents and businesses in taking action to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions.

Bellevue is a dynamic city in transition that is growing rapidly while also aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions 50% by 2030. As Seattles largest neighbor we are a welcoming multicultural community with many passionate residents and leading organizations committed to reducing their impact on the environment. This position plays a key role in supporting the implementation of the Sustainable Bellevue Plan.

Ideal candidates will have strong skills in outreach and education around climate and environmental issues communications greenhouse gas emissions accounting project administration project management community engagement and local climate and sustainability efforts.

Apply if you want to:

• Work in an ambitious organization serving a transforming community.
• Are passionate about local solutions to combat climate change that increase equity and enjoy sharing that enthusiasm with the community.
• Work in a dynamic sustainability team focusing on high priority sustainability projects.

• Public Relations and Environmental Outreach and Education: Serves as a liaison between the citys sustainability program and various community-based organizations student groups and neighborhood organizations. Prepares and distributes informational and marketing materials; coordinates special events including the annual Earth Day celebration; speaks and presents information about the program to community groups other agencies and employees; develops and creates educational programs and public involvement opportunities; recruits and oversees program volunteers and participants.
• Program Marketing and Promotion: Develops marketing materials reports flyers and other resources to support sustainability programs. Manage sustainability website communications newsletter social media and other communications channels. Leads the development of communication materials for a variety of sustainability programs and translates highly technical information into more approachable communication materials.
• Develop and deliver climate and sustainability educational programs with the community to help residents and community organizations take action. Supports the development of a new program to promote City environmental programs and resources geared towards multi-family buildings and their tenants.
• Volunteer management: Develop a volunteer climate ambassador program of residents who are passionate about climate change and want to engage more residents in the Citys programming. Engage with youth environmental groups and help connect youth to Bellevues environmental programs and resources.
• Project Management: Manages projects and programs and supports other sustainability team members in project management and administration. Monitors performance and makes recommendations for adjustments in strategy to ensure goals are achieved.
• Technical Analysis: Manages the citys annual greenhouse gas emissions inventory and environmental performance reporting updates and supports assessment of greenhouse gas emissions potential of climate actions.
• Policy Analysis: Develops reports or other written materials to analyze various sustainability issues and support the advancement of the implementation of actions in the Sustainable Bellevue Plan.
• Support the development of Bellevues new climate resilience initiatives including building partnership with Community Based Organizations to develop neighborhood Resilience Hubs.
• Provide support for urban forestry outreach and engagement efforts and the annual tree giveaway program.
• Collaborate with other sustainability team members along with community development department staff in planning economic development neighborhood services and other city departments.
• Support the advancement of Bellevues diversity equity and inclusion goals by building relationships with diverse community groups developing outreach opportunities tailored to specific community needs or first languages with support from cultural outreach assistants.
• Identify and act on opportunities for new or improved projects programs tools and partnerships to advance the implementation of the Sustainable Bellevue plan.

• Knowledge of local sustainability and climate action planning and implementation best practices.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to deliver persuasive succinct presentations to residents partners senior management and community members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
• Skill with various software programs including Microsoft Office HubSpot Mailchimp and Survey Monkey website content management among others.
• Excellent written communication skills and abilities to communicate in various mediums ranging from newsletters flyers and social media to technical reports and plans.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public other governmental jurisdictions contractors and other City staff; ability to communicate and express ideas effectively both orally and in writing.
• Experience with project management including managing budgets timelines deliverables and progress reporting.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in urban planning environmental policy environmental science public policy communications or a combination of similar experience and education.
• Three to five years of professional related experience in administering programs preferably in the public sector which experience may include budgetary analytical communications environmental education and project management responsibilities.
• Or any equivalent combination of education experience and training that provides the required knowledge skills and abilities.

All new hires will be required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of hire. The City is not able to sponsor work visas.

This position is Limited Term (LTE):
A fully benefited employee appointed to serve in a position scheduled to work a minimum of 30 hours a week for a specific project with a specific ending date which is anticipated to last more than five months with an expected end date: 12/31/2026.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work involves walking talking hearing using hands to handle feel or operate objects tools or controls and reach with hands and arms.
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee may be required to push pull lift and/or carry up to 20 pounds.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet.

Flexible/Hybrid Working:

The City is implementing a flexible/hybrid work policy that will allow staff to work remotely. Full-time remote work is not an option.Remote work for this position is subject to departments operational needs and will be discussed with candidates during the selection process. Once hired employees must reside in the State of Washington.

required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of

hire. The City is not able to sponsor work visas.

HIRING PROCESS
The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. To evaluate all candidates fairly and equitably the City will make all applicants anonymous when we are screening the applications. We will redact information from our application such as your name address and other demographics. To help us please complete the online application form as fully as possible.

• Answer the Supplemental Questions when requested which can be found on the Questions tab of the Job posting.
• We do not accept resumes and cover letters during the anonymous application screening stage unless otherwise stated in the job description.
• Applicants advancing to the next stage may be required to provide a cover letter resume writing sample and references.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• All candidates will be required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of hire. The City is not able to sponsor work visas.
• All positions require the completion of references checks including at least one prior supervisor.
• Some positions may require completion of a criminal background checkprior to start employment
• Some positions may require obtaining a commercial drivers license (CDL) licensures or additional certifications.

At the City of Bellevue youll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service upholding the public interest and advancing the community vision. The six essential and enduring principles that guide our individual actions our interactions and our decision making in the City of Bellevue organization is: Exceptional Public Service Stewardship Commitment to Employees Integrity Innovation and Diversity Equity & Inclusion. Youll work in an environment that is innovative collaborative future focused and committed to excellence. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. Its what makes the City of Bellevue an exciting place to work live and explore.

Have we piqued your interest yet Come join our team! The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation marital status national origin genetic information disability age veteran status or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office at or .If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.

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