Job Description

Posting number: 01991

Department: Chief Operating Officer

Job classification: Sustainability Assistant

Posting type: Open

Categories: Environmental Services, Water Treatment, Wetlands

Summary

The City of Hartford is seeking a part-time Sustainability Assistant to facilitate and administer community projects related to energy efficiency and environmental sustainability in the community. The Sustainability Assistants will report to the City’s Sustainability Director in the Office of Sustainability and Office of the Chief Operating Officer. The Sustainability Assistant will support a variety of activities related to the implementation of the City’s Climate Action Plan, City Plan and much more.

Part-Time Sustainability Assistant Pay Rate: $19.23/per hour - $21.00/ per hour

Under general supervision, plans and executes departmental projects and initiatives. Evaluates projects for improvement. Performs outreach under the direction of City staff and/or contractors; outreach locations may include Neighborhood Revitalization Zone meetings, local events, farmers markets, community centers, online, and more. Conducts research on various topics relating to sustainability and energy efficiency. Supports project managers, as needed, including on procurement-related matters (i.e. RFPs, contracts) or other duties. Supports the Office’s fundraising, grant writing and grants administration efforts through research, writing and other tasks. Updates communications materials, including, but not limited to, flyers, website content, videos, champion profiles, and social media posts. Supports City staff in meetings with notetaking, agenda development, adherence to legal reporting requirements, and technology logistics for online meetings. Identifies and recommends proposals of new sustainability initiatives. Communicates with residents, nonprofits, government agencies, and foundations. Promotes the culture of sustainability by identifying methods for maintaining sustainability performance. Incumbent(s) may be required to perform additional related duties.

This is an Unclassified position. The hours for this position are part-time hours.

This position is in the unclassified service, and incumbent is appointed by and serves at the pleasure of the Director of Sustainability in accordance with Chapters IV and V of the City Charter.

Interested parties should email Cecelia.Drayton@hartford.gov with a resume, cover letter, and responses the the questions below:

1. Please describe, in detail, your experience in working on sustainability initiatives:
2. What experience do you have related to sustainability grants?
3. What experience do you have in sustainability research?

Examples of duties

Knowledge of:

• Principles and techniques of working with groups and fostering effective team interaction to ensure teamwork is conducted smoothly.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors and City staff.
• Sustainability practices and initiatives.

Skills in:

• Analytics
• Communications

Ability to:

• Effectively represent the department and the City in meetings with other governmental agencies, community groups, various business, professional and regulatory organizations, and in meetings with individuals.
• Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of tasks.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, with public and City employees.
• Express oneself clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
• Complete administrative tasks and meet deadlines.
• Analyze and make sound recommendations on sustainability and energy-related matters.
• Prepare clear, concise and comprehensive correspondence, reports, studies, and other written materials.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Work is performed primarily in an office environment with some travel to different sites. Incumbent may be required to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

Open to all qualified applicants who meet the following qualifications:

A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college with major coursework in Environmental Studies, Engineering, Economics, Project Management, Landscape Architecture, or a related field AND one (1) year of progressively responsible professional experience working on sustainability initiatives.

A COPY OF YOUR DEGREE OR TRANSCRIPT MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH YOUR APPLICATION. A DEGREE OR TRANSCRIPT SUBMITTED WILL BE VERIFIED BY THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT.

Licenses; Certifications; Special Requirements:

A valid driver's license is required.

A COPY OF YOUR DRIVERS LICENSE MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH YOUR APPLICATION.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

Bilingual preferred; Knowledge of Hartford’s neighborhoods and environmental concerns; and Advanced software skills (i.e. Excel, GIS, Photoshop).

If selected, you will be required to pass a physical examination administered by a city physician, a drug and alcohol screening, and a background check. If appointed, you will serve 12 months of probation. This examination and employment process is subject to all federal, state, and municipal laws, rules, and regulations.

Supplemental information

• Benefits include: health and life insurance, retirement options, voluntary benefit programs, and paid leave.
• Application must be completed in its entirety, including required documentation. Applications without proper documentation shall result in your disqualification.
• All correspondence and information concerning the application and testing process will occur via email, unless otherwise requested at the time of application.
• Please be sure to check your junk and spam email for all recruitment communication.
• Applications via facsimile or email are not accepted.

EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCES AND LEGAL NOTICES

• Americans With Disabilities Act: The Human Resources Department provides reasonable accommodation to persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need an accommodation in the application or testing process, please contact the Human Resources Department.
• An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer: The City of Hartford is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.