What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sustainability Development Associate position at City of Hartford - Human Resources Department?
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 project management or working on sustainability initiatives:
2. Have you managed grants before? If so, please provide an overview of your responsibilities:
3. What was the dollar amount of the largest grant or project assignment you have worked on previously?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.
- Residential energy concepts.
- Sustainability practices and initiatives.
- Verbal and written communication, including public speaking.
- Grant writing and administration.
- Data collection and analytics.
- Work quickly under pressure, efficiently and effectively while attending to deadlines.
- Effectively represent the department and the City in meetings with other governmental agencies, community groups, businesses, and professional and regulatory organizations.
- Effectively use computer systems and relevant software applications.
- Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
- Express oneself clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
- Analyze and make recommendations on sustainability, environmental, and energy-related matters.
- Prepare clear, concise, and comprehensive correspondence, reports, studies, and other written materials.
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.
Open to all applicants who meet the following qualifications:
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college with major coursework in Business Administration, Political Science, Public Administration, Urban Planning, Environmental Studies, Engineering, Project Management, Landscape Architecture, or a related field AND three (3) years of progressively responsible professional experience in project management or working on sustainability initiatives.
ORAn associate's degree from from an accredited college with major coursework in Business Administration, Political Science, Public Administration, Urban Planning, Environmental Studies, Engineering, Project Management, Landscape Architecture, or a related field AND five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in project management or working on sustainability initiatives.
Required Licenses; Certifications; Special Requirements:
A valid driver's license is required.
Preferred Requirements
• Spanish language skills.
A completed CITY OF HARTFORD RESIDENCY AFFIDAVIT including proof of residency as indicated on the RESIDENCY AFFIDAVIT may be submitted.
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. This examination and employment process is subject to all federal, state and municipal laws, rules and regulations.
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.
Salary : $62,000 - $72,000
