Manager Sustainability

Position Description

Provide leadership and coordination for the management, implementation and further development of the City's sustainability program into all aspects of city operations and community life.

The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the development, implementation, and monitoring of the City's comprehensive sustainability program into city operations and community life.
• Provide supervision and development of related staff team and budget.
• Develop qualitative and quantitative measures of progress and reporting methods for public and elected officials.
• Provide leadership and staff support for internal and external sustainability related committees including Homegrown Minneapolis Food Council, Clean Energy Partnership, Energy Vision Advisory Committee and Community Environmental Advisory Committee.
• Assess the need and work towards passage and implementation for relevant new policies, programs and regulations
• Represent the City in state, regional and national discussions related to sustainability.
• Oversees Sustainability Office's work in specific programs such as Homegrown Minneapolis, Clean Energy Partnership, Climate Equity Plan and emerging climate adaptation work.
• Solicit and manage public and philanthropic grants and other resources.
• Build and establish positive relationships with a broad set of stakeholders, including city elected officials, department leadership and staff, as well as non-profit, private and public sector organizations that further the goals of the city.
• Provide training and support for city staff and other city staff as needed.
• Serve as an environmental liaison to elected officials and interact with elected officials, government agencies and other organizations regarding sustainability policies and projects.
• Lobby City, County, State and Federal officials on environmental programs and initiatives in coordination with the City's Intergovernmental Relations Department.

Working Conditions
Combination of Office and Field work

Required Qualifications

Minimum Education
Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Physical Science, Natural Science, Biological Science, Urban
Planning, Public Administration or equivalent. Masters Degree is preferred

Minimum Experience
Five years of program management experience in sustainability environmental or related field, preferably involving some climate change mitigation/adaptation work

Licenses/Certifications
None required.

Selection Process
The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.

Background Check
The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

Union Representation
This position is not represented by a collective bargaining agreement.

Eligible List Statement
The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire two months after it has been established.

Interview Selection
The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate’s education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of local government leadership opportunities related to sustainability including climate change mitigation and adaptation as well as healthy food systems. .Good knowledge of computer operations and applications.
• Good understanding of the functions and processes of municipal government.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong supervisory and managerial skills.
• Extensive familiarity with cutting-edge environmental and sustainability practices
• Ability to lead, organize and manage multiple projects.
• Knowledge of project and program management principles
• Knowledge of: budgeting.
• Knowledge of strategic planning.
• Considerable knowledge of modern management principles and practices.
• Considerable leadership and conflict management skill, and developed communication skills.
• Ability to understand the management and policy implications involved in program issues, and make recommendations.
• Demonstrated experience in establishing and maintaining public-private partnerships.
• Ability to collaborate across disciplines, public agencies, community stakeholders and the private sector to meet development objectives
• Good knowledge of computer operations and applications.

Benefits Summary
Our employees enjoy competitive salaries and generous benefits. We pride ourselves on a comprehensive benefits program that supports employees' health and financial well-being. Programs, resources, and benefit eligibility varies based on position, average hours worked, location and length of service. For detailed benefits information, please visit the benefits page .

New 12 weeks of paid parental leave
City employees are eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in the event of a birth or placement for adoption of a child.

Insurance
Health insurance
Eligibility for benefits begins the first of the month following employment date. The City of Minneapolis offers eligible employees one plan design with a choice of six provider networks, allowing you to select the best option for you. Available plans include Medica Choice Passport, Medica Elect, VantagePlus with Medica, Park Nicollet and HealthPartners Medical Group First with Medica, Ridgeview Community Network powered by Medica, and Clear Value with Medica.

Dental insurance
The City of Minneapolis offers dental insurance through Delta Dental of Minnesota and pays 100% of the monthly premium for eligible employees.

Benefits
Paid time off
Our generous leave package includes vacation, holidays and paid sick leave, which gives employees the opportunity to enhance their quality of life outside work. Amounts and accrual rates are based on years of experience and collective bargaining agreements .

Retirement
City employees earn a pension and may choose to participate in additional retirement savings programs.

• Pension: The City of Minneapolis participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). Employees and the City both contribute a percentage of your pay to fund future benefits.
• Deferred compensation: Employees may choose to participate in pre-tax or after-tax savings plans through the Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS).

Transportation
Eligible City employees may choose to participate in the following transportation programs:

• Metropass: The Metropass program allows eligible employees to enroll in a pass for unlimited bus or light rail rides at a discounted price.
• Parking or Van Pool: The City of Minneapolis Transportation Benefits Plan gives you options to pay certain commuting costs, such as qualified parking and van pool expenses, with pre-tax dollars.

Learning and development
To engage and develop employees, the City of Minneapolis offers classes in leadership, cultural agility, change management and more. Additionally, educational discounts at Augsburg University, Hamline University, St. Catherine’s, and St. Mary's University of Minnesota are available to City employees.

Other perks
Employees can also take advantage of optional life insurance, flexible spending accounts, the Employee Assistance Program , health club discounts and more.

Closing Date/Time: 7/14/2024 11:59 PM Central

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