The purpose of this position is to coordinate the implementation of a four‐year EPA Climate Pollution Reduction Grant (CPRG) awarded to the Bowling Green Metropolitan Statistical Area (a four‐county region). Grant requirements will include development and implementation of the following: a greenhouse gas emissions inventory and analysis; a quality assurance plan; a short‐term priority climate action plan; a long‐term comprehensive climate action plan; ongoing stakeholder engagement; and ongoing program monitoring and administration. Additional details about the grant program can be found on the EPA website (www.epa.gov/inflation‐reduction‐act/climate‐pollution‐reduction‐grants). Please note: this is a term‐limited position and is expected to last approximately 48 months, with the potential for extension if additional funding is secured
DUTIES: Responsible for all phases of CPRG project management and administration to include serving as the primary point of contact; leading the effort to produce all required grant deliverables; fulfilling all reporting and monitoring; working with consultants; coordinating with local, regional, and state agencies and stakeholders; and ensuring compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations. Serve as the regional climate pollution reduction subject matter expert; performs and directs research tasks; develops and evaluates processes; makes recommendations for modifications to data collection methods and processes. Provide planning support and responds to inquiries and requests from internal and external stakeholders; prepares materials for presentations, print and web distribution to communicate technical research findings and policy recommendations to diverse audiences, including project partners. Coordinate and conduct workshops, webinars, and other public involvement activities to further planning initiatives. Lead and serve as the City’s liaison and representative to committees, advisory groups, federal/state/local agencies, and other community stakeholders. Develop innovative strategies in climate action planning and implementation.
REQUIREMENTS: College level coursework in sustainability, environmental engineering, environmental sciences, environmental planning, geography, or directly related field. Any equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, will be considered. Must possess a valid Driver’s License. Requires ability to obtain Traffic Control Technician and Supervisor certifications.
SALARY: Grade70; $20.60/hour
WORK HOURS: 32 hours per week
The City of Bowling Green is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age or disability.