HomeMy WebLinkAboutClimate Action CoordinatorUpdated: March 2024
CITY OF IOWA CITY – JOB DESCRIPTION
Posi�on Title: Climate Ac�on Coordinator
Department: City Manager’s Office
Division: Office of Climate Ac�on & Outreach
Supervisor: City Manager
FLSA: Exempt
Civil Service: No
Pay Grade: 29
Job Number: 2915
Job Summary
Under direc�on of the City Manager, develops, implements, promotes, analyzes and
coordinates City and community climate ac�on programs and projects including carbon
emissions reduc�on ac�vi�es, energy efficiency programs, conserva�on and community climate
ac�on educa�on efforts. Provides technical assistance for climate ac�on and environmental
programs to other divisions, departments, and the community. Staffs the Climate Ac�on
Commission.
Essen�al Job Du�es and Responsibili�es:
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive
or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
• Serves as advisor to the City Manager on climate ac�on and adapta�on issues within the
City.
• Plans, organizes, directs and evaluates Climate Ac�on & Outreach Office opera�ons.
• Implements the City’s Climate Ac�on & Adapta�on Plan and related plans and reports,
and greenhouse gas reduc�on programs through administra�on and coordina�on of
climate ac�on ac�vi�es among City departments, City Council, Climate Ac�on
Commission, external agencies and partners, community organiza�ons, residents and
businesses.
• Serves as staff support and advisement to the Climate Ac�on Commission, preparing
minutes and agenda packets and providing access to City informa�on and resources.
• Reports on progress of emission reduc�ons and climate ac�ons to Commission, City
Council and the community; develops and coordinates updates to other repor�ng tools
as necessary; completes regulatory reports and assessments.
• Establishes and promotes coopera�ve and strategic working rela�onships with outside
agencies, organiza�ons and community groups to further climate ac�on ini�a�ves.
• Establishes, advises and coordinates City and community work groups to develop ac�on
plans to reduce energy consump�on and emissions.
• Par�cipates in community and regional commitees to promote community rela�ons
and connect City ini�a�ves with community issues.
Updated: March 2024
• Provides technical assistance and conducts research on policies, programs and
ini�a�ves; proposes policy guidelines and assists other City departments or partners
with monitoring progress.
• Prepares annual climate ac�on budget, monitors expenditures and iden�fies and
pursues grants or other strategic funding opportuni�es.
• Responds to media inquiries; provides informa�on and referrals to the general public
regarding energy efficiency/renewable energy, transporta�on op�ons, and greenhouse
gas reduc�on strategies.
• Prepares and delivers presenta�ons about climate ac�on, energy efficiency/renewable
energy, greenhouse gas reduc�on ac�vi�es and other ini�a�ves to community
organiza�ons and City Council.
• Mo�vates City departments and divisions and community stakeholders to take
ownership of climate ac�on progress, greenhouse gas emissions reduc�on, natural gas
and electricity usage, and buildings and transporta�on system efficiency.
• Conducts self in a manner which promotes and supports diversity and inclusivity in the
workplace and community.
• Performs other related du�es as assigned.
Minimum Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educa�onal ins�tu�on and two years of related
experience; or six years of related experience and/or equivalent combina�on of
educa�on and experience. Degree in Environmental Policy or Studies, Urban Planning,
Public Administra�on or Policy, or related. Experience in project coordina�on and
management in climate ac�on or sustainability-related ini�a�ves.
• Valid State of Iowa driver’s license with sa�sfactory driving record required. Must be 18
years of age. Must pass criminal background check.
Preferred Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educa�onal ins�tu�on and three to five years of
related experience; or seven years of related experience and/or equivalent combina�on
of educa�on and experience. Interdisciplinary background and experience in municipal
government opera�ons. Supervisory experience.
• LEED, AICP, CCP or similar preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abili�es
• Ability to analyze technical and sta�s�cal informa�on and formulate prac�cal plans and
solu�ons to a problem.
• Ability to build posi�ve and inclusive rela�onships with persons of varying backgrounds,
knowledge, and abili�es.
• Ability to develop and present mathema�cal budget informa�on and cost es�mates.
• Ability to effec�vely present informa�on and respond to ques�ons from groups of
managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Updated: March 2024
• Ability to establish effec�ve working rela�onships with elected officials, state and local
government staff, local businesses, and other professionals.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instruc�ons furnished in writen, oral, diagram, or
schedule form.
• Ability to read and interpret specialized reports and grant applica�on rules, professional
and technical reports, or government regula�ons.
• Ability to reliably and predictably carry out du�es.
• Ability to solve prac�cal problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in
situa�ons where only limited standardiza�on exists.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Knowledge at a technical level in one or more relevant sectors: greenhouse gas science,
building systems and construc�on, u�lity structure, transporta�on, waste, natural
environment, resilience, or social sciences.
• Skill in oral and writen communica�on and organizing informa�on.
• Skill in using computers and applicable so�ware applica�ons (Microso� Office – Word,
Excel, Outlook).
Supervision
Assists with the overall direc�on, coordina�on, and evalua�on of a program func�on or unit for
the department. Carries out supervisory responsibili�es in accordance with the organiza�on's
policies and applicable laws. Responsibili�es include supervising direct reports including
interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and direc�ng work; wri�ng
and delivering performance reviews; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing
complaints and resolving problems; and termina�ng employees.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential duties and responsibilities.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The
employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands
and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or
crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision
abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception
and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
duties and responsibilities.
Updated: March 2024
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Du�es are generally performed in
an office se�ng with a controlled environment. The job requires si�ng for extended periods of
�me and the work may expose the employee to unpleasant social situa�ons and significant
work pace pressure.
Iowa City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities
Act as Amended, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with
disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential
accommodations with the employer.
Reviewed/Approved by: Geoff Fruin, City Manager (4/2024)
I have read and understand the duties and requirements of this job description, and I
agree that I can perform the duties of this position with or without reasonable
accommodation.
Employee Date
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