Climate Adaptation Project Manager III (Coastal)- DEHE Climate Initiatives

The Community Climate Risk Assessment Program (RAP) is recruiting a scientist or engineer to lead Coastal Inundation and Erosion Risk Assessments with Alaska Native communities facing climate change. This new position will manage a portfolio of projects that support long-term planning decisions and the site selection and design of community infrastructure in coastal environments. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of and skill in implementing projects on Alaskan coastal engineering and processes, oceanography, inundation, sea level rise, sediment transport, flood and erosion monitoring, partnership networks, agency authorities, and statewide projects related to coastal resilience research and engineering. Upon selection, the job title for this position can be changed to Climate Adaptation Engineering Project Manager if appropriate. Summary: Under general direction, provides planning, project development, and project management services to Alaska communities to adapt to climate change. Responsibilities: All Supports communities to develop and implement climate adaptation and hazard mitigation projects and programs in collaboration with other Federal, State, and Tribal partners. Supports community planning, including the development of climate adaptation strategies, adaptation plans, and integration of climate adaptation actions into other plans. Develops and manages community climate adaptation projects in collaboration with community staff and leadership, agencies, consultants, and other project management staff. Develops and implements assessments, surveys, data collection, data analysis, and monitoring for a variety of ANTHC and community climate adaptation initiatives. Serves as the technical point of contact with multiple communities to provide climate adaptation planning and science recommendations for a variety of projects. Provides technical assistance, direction, and guidance to communities, Tribal organizations, and other teams on planning, project development, design, and construction activities. Collaborates with communities to understand community needs and priorities. Develops scopes of work and cost estimates for climate adaptation projects. Works collaboratively with communities, partners, and ANTHC’s Grant Planning and Development Department to identify project funding sources, secure project funding, and manage funding. Reviews and approves standard cooperative project agreements and develops project work plans. Schedules and adjusts project activities as necessary to accommodate changing conditions. Establishes and manages consultant contracts to meet schedules. Develops and maintains required project documentation, tracks project progress using standardized project management tools, completes progress reports for external funding agencies. Monitors quality control/quality assurance for all project related activities. Develops, manages, and monitors project budgets and contracts. Reviews and approves all contracted projects, ensuring projects meet program requirements and community needs. Completes project and financial closeout procedures including financial reviews, grant closeouts, final reports, and prepares project closeout documents. Assists and supports ANTHC leadership in the achievement of ANTHC goals and objectives. Performs other duties as assigned. CLIMATE ADAPTATION PROJECT MANAGER I Under close supervision, the Climate Adaptation Project Manager I supports climate adaptation projects involving planning, scope development, funding acquisition, implementation, and closeout. CLIMATE ADAPTATION PROJECT MANAGER II Under general supervision, the Climate Adaptation Project Manager II supports climate adaptation projects involving planning, scope development, funding acquisition, implementation, and closeout. Develops goals and priorities in conjunction with employees, and assigns tasks and projects. Develops staff skills and training plans. Counsels, trains, and coaches subordinate staff. Implements corrective actions and conducts performance evaluations. CLIMATE ADAPTATION PROJECT MANAGER III Under limited supervision, the Climate Adaptation Project Manager III manages complex climate adaptation programs, with a variety of projects, involving planning, scope development, funding acquisition, implementation, and closeout. Provides leadership, direction, guidance, and direct supervision to assigned staff. Develops goals and priorities in conjunction with employees, and assigns tasks and projects. Develops staff skills and training plans. Counsels, trains, and coaches subordinate staff. Implements corrective actions and conducts performance evaluations. Other information: KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS Knowledge of climate change and climate change impacts in Alaska. Knowledge of current trends and best practices in climate adaptation and climate resilience in Alaska. Knowledge of Alaska Tribal Health System, ANTHC, and Alaska Native culture(s). Knowledge of rural Alaska infrastructure practices, deficiencies, operations and development. Knowledge of project management principles related to the engineering, design and construction of infrastructure in rural Alaska. Knowledge of climate change in Alaska. Knowledge of erosion, flooding, and permafrost degradation impacts to rural Alaska community infrastructure and relevant structural and non-structural solutions. Knowledge of external partners in the rural Alaska community infrastructure development and climate adaptation sectors. Knowledge of the principles and practices of funding capital infrastructure projects. Knowledge of principles of engineering and construction of sanitation facilities for rural communities. Knowledge in developing and managing consultant contract scopes of work. Knowledge of grant application and grant management. Knowledge of budget preparation and analysis techniques. Knowledge in developing and managing consultant and construction contract scopes of work. Skill in incorporating climate science in project design and planning. Skill in identifying and assessing exposure and vulnerability to climate change and natural hazards. Skill in developing adaptation measures to reduce risk, including technical solutions and the implementation of policies, regulations, standards, operational procedures, and emergency plans. Skill in facilitating meetings with participants of diverse expertise, on sensitive topics, and difficult technical decisions with long-term implications. Skill in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with federal and state agencies, co-workers, contractors, and individuals with wide array of cultural, political, educational, socio-economic, geographic, and linguistic backgrounds. Skill in reading and evaluating technical drawings and schematics. Skill in evaluating the work of contractors and consultants for compliance with project plans, specifications and applicable laws, ordinances and policies. Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of applications. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others. Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks concurrently and meet deadlines. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to follow established guidelines and procedure. Skill in using analytical and research skills to define and solve problems. Skill in assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands. Skill in effectively managing and leading teams, and delegating tasks and authority. MINIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATION Bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental or earth science, planning, economics, or a related degree. Progressively responsible professional work-related experience, education, or training may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for college education. MINIMUM EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION CLIMATE ADAPTATION PROJECT MANAGER I Non-supervisory: Two (2) years of planning, project management, research, or other experience with climate adaptation, hazard mitigation, or other relevant projects. An equivalent combination of relevant education and/or training may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for experience. CLIMATE ADAPTATION PROJECT MANAGER II Non-supervisory: Non-Supervisory: Five (5) years of planning, project management, research, or other experience with climate adaptation, hazard mitigation, public works or other relevant projects. At least two (2) years of experience in rural Alaska is preferred. An equivalent combination of relevant education and/or training may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for experience. CLIMATE ADAPTATION PROJECT MANAGER III Non-supervisory: Eight (8) years of planning, project management, research, or other experience with climate adaptation, hazard mitigation, public works or other relevant projects. An equivalent combination of relevant education and/or training may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for experience. AND Supervisory: Two (2) years involving employee supervision PREFERRED EDUCATION QUALIFICATION Master’s degree in engineering, environmental or earth science, planning, economics, or a related field. Specific training and education in climate adaptation, project management, contracting, and hazard mitigation engineering design for flooding, erosion, and permafrost degradation. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS All Travels frequently within Alaska in small fixed wing aircraft; travels outside Alaska.