ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST (SUSTAINABILITY COORDINATOR) (NON-COMPETITIVE)

Salary : $73,185.21 - $98,354.81 Annually
Location : Centennial II, Human Resources Department, 805 Central Avenue, Suite 200, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, OH
Job Type: Full-time Classified
Job Number: 26-03323 (NC)
Department: City Manager's Office
Division: Office of Environment and Sustainability
Opening Date: 11/09/2026
Closing Date: 11/23/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

General Statement of Duties

Under the general supervision of the Director of the Office of Environment and Sustainability, this incumbent provides technical support and expertise relating to the City's Green Cincinnati Plan to members of the general public and all City of Cincinnati employees. The incumbent is responsible for the greenhouse gas emissions inventories, overseeing the implementation of the Green Cincinnati Plan, and tracking and reporting progress. Performs related duties as required.

SPECIFIC STATEMENT OF DUTIES
Develop methodology for computing greenhouse gas emissions from City government and use the methodology to calculate the current emissions, and those for a baseline period.
Periodically measure progress in reducing greenhouse gas emissions by City government and by the City. Requires an in depth understanding of the climate protection, global warming and greenhouse gas emissions.
Requires a high level of project management and planning responsibilities.
Convene, facilitate and participate in stakeholder and team meetings, public hearings, and workshops as the City's Green Cincinnati Plan representative. Organize and solicit volunteer groups.
Represent the City in communications with a wide range of audiences.
Responsible for data collection, analysis and interpretation of date.
Develop written recommendations including technical and policy proposals.
Coordinating and facilitating an inclusive planning process to build community consensus on a climate protection plan, detailing a path forward for Cincinnati's climate protection efforts.
Track and provide updates on the City's Green Cincinnati Plan process.
Ensure all work is in accordance with Federal, State and local regulations and policies.
Conduct training courses related to the City's Green Cincinnati Plan and climate protection, including development of training material.
Provide leadership, insight, and concepts in public and community relations activities.
Coordinate and organize all aspects of special Green Cincinnati Plan events.
Develop and manage contracts related to the Green Cincinnati Plan Plan and implement marketing strategies to promote the Green Cincinnati Plan. Available to attending and facilitate evening meeting, events and public hearings.
Minimum Qualifications (KSAs)

(Illustrative only. Any one position may not require all of the listed KSAs nor do the listed examples include all the KSAs which may be required.)
Knowledge of:
Climate change, climate adaptation, and greenhouse gas emissions inventories.

Sustainability topics, including: energy efficiency, renewable energy, transportation alternatives, waste reduction, sustainable food systems, outdoor recreation, air and water protection.
Governmental processes.
Federal, State, and local laws, ordinances and policies.
Budgeting and purchasing processes.
Project management and internal controls.
Skill to:

Analyze data and develop sound theses

Negotiate acceptable conclusions in competitive environments

Communicate effectively both oral and written

Incorporate equity, inclusion, and environmental justice into sustainability plans, projects and conversations.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals and groups of varied interests and backgrounds

Plan, organize and facilitate meetings and events.
Ability to:
Interact with City Council, City Departments and outside organizations and individuals.

Work with minimal supervision

Examples of Work Performed

Develop methodology for computing greenhouse gas emissions from City government and use the methodology to calculate the current emissions, and those for a baseline period; periodically measure progress in reducing greenhouse gas emissions by City government and by the City.

Requires an in depth understanding of the climate protection, global warming and greenhouse gas emissions

Requires a high level of project management and planning responsibilities
Convene, facilitate and participate in stakeholder and team meetings, public hearings, and workshops as the City's Green Cincinnati Plan representative.

Organize and solicit volunteer groups

Represent the City in communications with a wide range of audiences

Responsible for data collection, analysis and interpretation of date

Develop written recommendations including technical and policy proposals.

Coordinating and facilitating an inclusive planning process to build community consensus on a climate protection plan, detailing a path forward for Cincinnati's climate protection efforts.

Track and provide updates on the City's Green Cincinnati Plan process.

Ensure all work is in accordance with Federal, State and local regulations and policies.

Conduct training courses related to the City's Green Cincinnati Plan and climate protection, including development of training material.

Provide leadership, insight, and concepts in public and community relations activities.

Coordinate and organize all aspects of special Green Cincinnati Plan events.

Develop and manage contracts related to the Green Cincinnati Plan

Plan and implement marketing strategies to promote the Green Cincinnati Plan.
Available to attending and facilitate evening meeting, events and public hearings.
HR CONTACT:
Required Education and Experience
Each applicant can fulfill the education and experience requirement through the completion of any one of the following:
Each applicant must have a Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Studies, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Urban Planning, Ecology, Sustainability or a closely related field AND 1 year of paid experience in sustainability, climate protection, energy, transportation, waste reduction, local food or a closely related field.
OR
Three years of paid experience in sustainability, climate protection, energy, transportation, waste reduction, local food or a closely related field.
OR
Any equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Each applicant must have at least a High School Diploma.Possession of or ability to obtain, a valid Driver's License may be required.
Must be self-directed with strong analytical and problem solving skills.
Must be high energy, persistent, and have a take charge attitude.
MILITARY EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE EVALUATION
Military education and experience may be substituted for college level course work at the lower and upper division baccalaureate and graduate levels and apprenticeship training at the vocational certificate level on a case by case basis based on the American Council on Education (ACE) Military Guide recommendations.
Working and Physical Conditions
Probationary Period
Twelve months.
Supervision Exercised
Exercises direct supervision over lower level supervisors, administrative and clerical staff.

Environmental Conditions: Indoor environments; exposure to office computer screens; automobile travel within the City may be required.
Physical Conditions:
Duties require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting, standing and walking for prolonged periods of time; light lifting and carrying; general manual dexterity required; must be able to operate assigned vehicle.
The below information is solely intended as a summary of the benefits available and is subject to change. Not all benefits listed are available for every position. Benefits can vary depending on applicable labor agreements and/or salary plan. For specific questions, contact the HR Contact indicated on the Job Posting.

The City offers a variety of training programs, ranging from job-specific skills such as computer and equipment instruction, to helping supervisors improve their management techniques.
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