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Attachment 3
CITY OF BURBANK
SUSTAINABILITY OFFICER
DEFINITION
Under general direction of the Burbank Water and Power General Manager , to perform complex, specialized, and professional level project management, analytical, and administrative related duties supporting the City of Burbank’s Greenhouse Gas Reduction Plan (GGRP) and the City’s General Plan; to lead in the coordination of projects to ensure the City meets its sustainability goals; and perform related work as required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Serves as project manager, coordinates and leads multiple, simultaneous sustainability projects for the department ; utilizes best practice project manage ment techniques and strategies; coordinates the department-specific implementation of goals, objectives, and priorities of the City’s General Plan and the GGRP ; serves as a liaison and a representative to City departments, boards, and commissions, the City’s executive team, County, State , and Federal agencies, environmental advocacy groups, other stakeholders, and the public regarding sustainability issues; leads collaboratively across departments in preparing and administering the City’s GGRP and provides periodic updates on the plan to t he City Manager, City Council, and the community; establishes benchmarks and methods for monitoring and reporting performance; assists in analyzing and evaluating sustainability programs in alignment with the GGRP with the goal to maximize cost effectiveness, quality and quantity of provided services; provides visionary leadership and thoughtful cooperation to facilitate increases in environmental sustainability throughout the City; inspires others to tackle new initiatives; pilots multiple brand-new, never before tried initiatives in pursuit of department sustainability goals; analyzes outcomes to discern whic h efforts merit full roll out; prepares and coordinates staff reports, information items and other materials submitted for City Council consideration and action; participates in the selection of consultants and contractors for activities and services that promote environmental, econom ic, and social sustainability; builds relationships with Burbank businesses, nonprofit organizations, and all C ity departments to facilitate progress toward greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction goals; continuously learns and assist others to build expertise in new sustainable practices and technologies; facilitates the collection of tracking data for future inventory updates; identifies new statewide efficiency or GHG reduction legislation or regulations that can be quantified for inclusion in future updates; serves as the City’s representative on all GHG reduction efforts via regional, state and national partnerships; provides consistent status updates on sustainability efforts; makes presentations to City staff, City Council, boards, commissions, professional groups, community organizations , and various national, regional, and state agencies; keeps abreast of emerging trends, innovative practices, and changes to legislative and technical developments i n the field of sustainability; i nforms staff of changes and new developments and makes recommendations, as necessary; may supervise, train, and evaluate employees; m ay make effective recommendations regarding hiring, promotions, transfers, and disciplinary action as needed, up to and including termination; provides project leadership to indirect reports; assumes Est. TBD Civil Service Exempt
Z FLSA Exempt
responsibility for ensuring the duties of the position are performed in a safe, efficient manner; may drive on City business as necessary; performs related duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Employment Standards:
• Knowledge of – project management methods and techniques; applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations related to the environment and sustainability; quantitative research and management analysis techniques; collaborative process techniques; budget policies, p ractices, development, administration, and analysis ; environmental programs and policies ; principles and practices of staff and organizational development; principles and practices of sound personnel management and supervision; principles, practices , and t echniques of public administration with emphasis in sustainability and environmental studies; spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Skill in – project management; exceptional customer service practices; professional report writing; conducting complex research and analysis; program management and evaluation; fostering a teamwork environment ; operating modern computers and related software.
• Ability to – manage projects on time and within budget; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; perform complex policy analysis and research and provide recommendations; prepare, maintain, and accurately complete records and reports ; lead, coach, instruct, and motivate employees; work effectively and cooperatively with other City departments to accomplish goals; manage and oversee a budget; model and practice the highest standards of ethical conduct; provide exceptional customer service; review and evaluate employees' job performance; work independently and collaboratively to resolve issues and reach consensus; establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, fellow employees, and the public.
Education/Training: Any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for acceptable job performance as determined by the City. Example combination includes , but is not limited to graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in b usiness administration, earth science, engineering, environmental science , public administration, urban planning, or a closely related field, and five years of recent, progressively responsible experience performing complex, professional level administrative analysis and project management, three years of which must include experience directly related to sustainability programs, including project management responsibility, budgeting , and fiscal oversight responsibilities.
License & Certificates: A valid California Class “C” driver’s license or equivalent at time of appointment. All required licenses and certificates must be maintained throughout employment in this classification.
Est. TBD Civil Service Exempt
Z FLSA Exempt
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Desirable Qualifications: A master’s degree in environmental or earth science, urban planning, business administration, public administration, engineering, or a closely related field.