Full-Time Sustainability Director
Job Description
The Department of Sustainability is charged with developing and implementing policies and programs that promote a clean and healthy environment for all residents. It collaborates with County and community partners to lead a Countywide effort to build a local economy at the forefront of energy efficiency, clean energy, and modern infrastructure. Specifically, the department’s focus includes ending the expansion of fossil fuel development, equitably promoting the use of clean energy, and reducing the County’s carbon footprint.
The Director of the Sustainability Department will play a pivotal role in leading the department’s efforts to address environmental justice disparities, drive sustainable practices, and stimulate economic growth while fostering community engagement. This position requires a visionary leader with a broad understanding of sustainability, infrastructure, and economic development, coupled with strong community connections. The Director will oversee policy development, implementation, and troubleshooting to drive the county’s commitment to a greener, more equitable, and prosperous future.
The Director of the Sustainability Department core responsibilities include:
- Policy Development and Implementation: Develop Countywide policies and programs promoting environmentally sound and sustainable practices. Establish a comprehensive approach to implement solutions.
Establish Sustainability Benchmarks:
- Establish benchmarks for each County department to assess sustainable efforts and actions implemented within respective departments.
- Measure and report on the success in meeting these benchmarks.
Promote Inter-Departmental Collaboration:
- Lead the County Green Team, an inter-departmental working group, to develop actionable sustainability goals and promote Countywide collaboration.
Foster Partnership with Community-Based Organizations:
- Collaborate with other County departments to engage and build partnerships with local organizations and corporations, advancing the County’s sustainability initiatives.
- Publish an annual Allegheny County Sustainability Report, accessible to the public.
Candidates should have at least fifteen years of relevant experience, either working or in graduate school. Experience managing a significant governmental, non-profit, or private sector organization responsible for addressing environmental disparities, driving sustainable practices in government and more broadly is preferred.
Anticipated annual salary: $135,000
Our goal is to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce by providing generous healthcare and other benefits for eligible employees. Learn more about benefits for Allegheny County employees here. The Innamorato Administration values a diverse and inclusive workplace culture.
Allegheny County is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage candidates from all races, religions, national origins, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions, and ages, as well as veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply.
How to Apply
Apply here: https://www.alleghenyforall.com/jobs
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