POSITION SUMMARY
The Sustainability Division at the City of Fort Lauderdale seeks a Sustainability Analyst. This is a great opportunity to really get involved with the sustainability efforts in our local community!
The Sustainability Analyst supports programs to advance the City’s sustainability and net-zero efforts. Come join our team to help support attainment of these sustainability goals for energy use, water consumption, and greenhouse gas emissions, as well as other projects related to the City's sustainability and climate resilience programs through outreach, project support, planning, research, data collection, and reporting.
The Sustainability Analyst supports projects and initiatives towards the attainment of City sustainability goals primarily through data tracking, analysis, and reporting of sustainability metrics including greenhouse gas emissions, energy usage, and water consumption.
This job classification may be governed by the Personnel Rules, as it is not represented by a collective bargaining unit.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.
- Provides outreach to internal/external stakeholders on sustainability and resilience programs
- Works with employees to reduce energy, water and natural resource consumption; collaborates with internal and external partners
- Manages project and program timelines; monitors information; prepares reports on progress of plan
- Supports inclusion of sustainability and climate resilience in the City and County Comprehensive Plans and other City, local and regional climate plans.
- Supports energy and water efficiency projects; tracks project performance
- Acts as City point of contact for participation and collaboration with several external organizations
- Studies and makes recommendations for programmatic improvements and revisions
- Performs data collection, entry, management, analysis, tracking, and research
- Prepares diagnostic tools such as spreadsheets, charts, and tables; evaluates strategies for achieving sustainability related metrics and goals; develops recommendations and observations; prepares descriptive information and reports
- Develops and monitors data tracking tools; identifies data trends, anomalies and opportunities for improvement
- Develops detailed work plans; completes deliverables and related materials for performance analysis projects
- Uses technical knowledge and data analysis to assist with operational decisions or modifications of procedures
- Monitors, evaluates, and reviews program performance
- Performs related work as required
JOB REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
This job classification may be governed by the Personnel Rules, as it is not represented by a collective bargaining unit.
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Energy Management, Public Administration, Planning, or a related field
- Must have at least one (1) year of experience reviewing and analyzing environmental, energy, or sustainability data and preparing reports; developing and implementing sustainability, environmental, or related programs; or related work experience. Additional qualifying experience or completion of coursework at an accredited college or university in a job-related field, may substitute on a year-for-year basis for one year of the required experience or education.
- If claiming Veteran's Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form, and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form(J-204) to the online application.
Preferences: Certified Climate Change Professional (CC-P)
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design LEED Credential
Energy Manager in Training As public servants, employees may be required to work immediately before, during, and/or after an emergency. All employees must be available and able to work assigned shifts as determined by their Department Heads.
HOW TO APPLY/ VETERAN INFORMATION
Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; interview; employment record, background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position.
The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, inclusive employer and Drug Free Workplace. The City of Fort Lauderdale does not discriminate based on age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.
Veterans' preference per Florida law. If claiming Veteran's Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form, and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form (J-204) to the online application.
