Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

• Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to Environmental Science, Life Science, Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Public Administration, Business Administration, Planning, plus six (6) years of experience in a related field.
• Master's degree may substitute for experience up to two (2) years.
• Related experience may substitute for education up to four (4) years

Licenses or Certifications:
None.
Notes to Applicants
The Office of Sustainability's mission is to protect and improve Austin's quality of life now and for future generations by leading efforts to achieve net-zero community-wide greenhouse gas emissions, a healthy and just local food system, and a climate resilient and adaptive city. The Environmental Program Coordinator will support research, coordination, development, implementation, and outreach for the City's climate mitigation and resilience programs. The work is performed under the direct supervision of Management, but considerable leeway is granted for the exercise of independent judgment, creativity, and initiative. The nature of the work performed requires that an employee establish and maintain effective working relationships within the Office of Sustainability, across other City departments, and organizations in the community. Additionally, this position supports community partners to advance climate mitigation and climate resilience efforts on behalf of the City.
When completing the City of Austin employment application:

• Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications.
• A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Be sure to provide job titles and employment dates for all jobs you wish to be considered.
• A rsum is required, but will not substitute for a complete employment application. Please include contact information from previous employers.
• A cover letter is also required. In the cover letter candidates should describe, in concise detail, their interest in this position and highlight any prior experience that is relevant to this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading collaborative processes with cross-functional teams from various City departments, organizations, business entities, and/or community members
• Skill in interpreting, organizing, prioritizing, executing and coordinating complex assignments, projects, and programs
• Experience in public presentations to community organizations and communities of color
• Ability to travel to more than one work location.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Serve as coordinator or liaison for interdepartmental and interagency issues and projects.

Communicate project and program information to internal and external customers.

Assist in management or resolution of interdepartmental and interagency conflicts.

Facilitate closure of litigated cases.

Negotiate permit and/or plan revisions with project engineers and contractors.

Develop/establish service agreements with other programs, departments and agencies.

Develop and manage contracts.

Manage and review environmental remediation plans.

Provide technical advice and assistance to City management, staff, contractors, and businesses.

Evaluate projects, programs and criteria.

Assist in the development and adoption of new City Code regulations, policies and procedures.

Assist in development of new/revised interdepartmental or interagency protocol or procedures.

Review, evaluate and recommend revisions to City Code, rules, policies and legislative bills.

Review, evaluate and recommend revisions to technical reports, studies and contract documents.

Review site plans, environmental site assessments and stormwater/effluent discharge proposals.

Evaluate existing conditions, collect samples, interpret sampling data, and develop corrective action plans.

Educate and conduct presentations to public.

Assist in the development of short and long range plans.

Prepare written reports, memoranda, letters, RFP / RFQ /IFBs and standard operating procedures.

Assist in the development and monitoring of budgets.

Attend City Council, Board, Commission Meetings, etc. as a City/Department staff representative.

Respond to requests from the media.

Responsibilities - Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:
May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of applicable processes, techniques, and methods.
• Knowledge of city practice, policy, and procedures.
• Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.
• Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Skill in using computers and related software applications.
• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with city employees and the public.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
• Ability to train others.

Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA
The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.