Position SummaryWhy It’s a Great Opportunity:

This is a great opportunity to use you experience and knowledge of Sustainability to be one of the leaders of Pierce County’s Sustainability programs. This position will be instrumental in developing a new Sustainability and Solid Waste Plan for Pierce County. The Sustainability Coordinator (Planner 2) will provide professional planning work in the area of sustainability. You will be responsible for performing a wide range of functions including planning and implementation.

How to be Successful in the Role:

You’ll need to bring it! Bring your passion for Sustainability and your desire to help make Pierce County a great community to live now and into the future.  Success in this role will initially be measured by your ability to help develop and implement a Sustainability plan for Pierce County. Your knowledge of sustainability practices will be key, and your ability to research, develop plans, and communicate in writing and verbally will aide in your long-term success.  Come be a champion for implementing Sustainability practices across the County

Core Daily Responsibilities:

• Develop and prepare planning and Sustainability documents including drafting code amendments, regulations, and policies and procedures.
• Interpret local, state and federal laws, regulations and guidelines as they relate to assigned responsibilities and stay abreast of various legislative changes.
• Perform research, prepare special studies, write reports, collect and analyze various statistical and/or technical data.
• Work closely with partners to aid them with special projects and assist with implementing sustainability and resiliency initiatives.
• Prepare, submit and obtain grants.
• Provide assistance, prepare reports and may present information to County officials, departments, external entities, and the general public regarding a wide range of sustainability functions and other related areas.

This announcement is not intended to reflect all duties to be performed by our next team member, but shall present a descriptive list of the range of duties that may be performed.  To view the complete classification, click here.
QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS:

Recruiting Requirements:

PREFERRED RECRUITING REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Policy or Sustainability or related field; and, two years of related sustainability work OR any equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Positions in specific program areas may require program-related experience, education, and/or training. Experience in local, county, or state sustainability work is desired.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR QUALIFICATIONS: Successful completion of all required background checks may be required prior to employment. Must possess a valid Washington State Driver’s license, or the ability to obtain the license within 30 days of employment, or otherwise meet the travel requirements of the position.

Supplemental InformationTo be considered for this opportunity please:

Complete and submit an online Pierce County Employment Application.

• If you do not have internet access, you may visit your local public library or any WorkSource location and use their computers.
• Individuals needing accommodation in the application, testing process or need this job announcement in an alternative format you may call Human Resources at (253) 798-7480, at least two days prior to the need.

This is a competitive selection process.  Your application form will be reviewed and evaluated for the quality and quantity of education/experience in the areas listed.  Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the County’s needs will be eligible for further consideration.  Notification of application status normally occurs 4 to 6 weeks after the closing date.  Short notice may be given to applicants to participate in further selection processes which may include written, oral and performance examinations, and final interviews.

As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, Pierce County welcomes a diverse workforce.  Pierce County does not discriminate based on race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a disabled person.