City of Hampton

Public Works/Clean City - Project Specialist

City of Hampton  •  $43k - $77k/yr  •  Hampton, VA (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

Posting number: 09630

Department: PUBLIC WORKS ADMIN-GRANT FUND

Job classification: Clean City Project Specialist

Posting type: Open

Categories: Public Works

Summary

The purpose of the class is to educate the public on good environmental practices that promote water quality, water conservation, recycling, and adherence to City environmental ordinances along with state and federal laws. The incumbent is required to provide support in the planning, execution, monitoring, and control of projects and programs. Performs duties under the general supervision and guidance of the Clean City Coordinator.

Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Education, or a related field of study.
  • Requires two (2) years of full-time equivalent experience in public education, public relations or closely related experience.
  • Experience working with graphic design and publishing software preferred.
  • A combination of education and work experience may be considered for this position.
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton’s criteria.
  • This position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City’s current substance abuse policy.
  • Must successfully pass a background check related to this position prior to any offer of employment or promotion.

Additional Requirements

  • Must exhibit good leadership skills and be well able to coordinate workers and facilitate team communication
  • Must be highly organized in time and resources through management of progress reports, timetables, and financial budgets
  • Have a thorough understanding of project objectives and goals, insuring adequate resources for accomplishment of goals
  • Must work well under pressure and work efficiently
  • Requires effective communication with internal and external customers.
  • May require working beyond a standard 40-hour work week to include evenings and weekends.
  • Requires travel inside and outside the City.
  • The incumbent may be considered “essential personnel” during City emergency situations or at the direction of the City Manager which may include long hours and unusual schedules.

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City of Hampton

About City of Hampton

Hampton, Virginia, is a progressive coastal city in Southeastern Virginia that has been recognized nationally for its innovative local government.

With 124 miles of waterfront and 1,800 acres of park land, Hampton offers unbeatable outdoor recreation and leisure. Restaurants, breweries, museums and live-music venues provide indoor entertainment. The city’s public high schools have received awards for an innovative career pathway program that creates teams that frame learning around employment clusters of interest. The city of 135,000 people is located in the heart of a top-40 metro area with a population of more than 1.7 million, offering both small-town charm and big-city amenities.

Hampton is rooted in its history as the oldest continuous settlement in what was once British North America, but in its more than 400 years of existence the city has developed a history and culture of innovation. We have led change, as home to the country’s original Air Force base and NASA center, one of the top historically black universities, and industries developing technologies for sensors, advanced manufacturing, aerospace and unmanned flight, cybersecurity. In Hampton, entrepreneurs thrive.

Join the city government team that’s been an All-America City three times and named a White House Local Champion of Change, earned accolades from ICMA for Strategic Leadership & Governance, Center for Digital Government, Government Finance Officers Association and many more.

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Hampton, VA
Year Founded
1610
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