NEOGOV · 1 month ago
Climate Coordinator
Lake Forest Park, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$40.83/hr - $53.55/hr
4+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Climate Coordinator to support the City of Lake Forest Park's Climate Action Plan across various departments and the community. The role involves managing sustainability initiatives, overseeing grants, and developing educational outreach to enhance the city's climate efforts.
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Responsibilities
Serve as program or project coordinator responsible for development and implementation of environmental sustainability, solid waste, and Climate Action Plan (CAP) programs
Seek and manage environmental sustainability grants; monitor and prepare applications, track budget, prepare grant progress reports and outcome statements
Develops, writes, and administers grant applications in support of the City’s climate and energy programs
Facilitate project team meetings or staff meetings as needed; serve as a trainer for environmental, sustainability and climate action programs
Develop educational and outreach materials and events for both employees and the broader community to enhance visibility to City climate and sustainability efforts; develop and deliver workshop content, design educational or promotional materials, and advertise events
Develop and maintain online communication platforms and content related to environmental sustainability
Oversee City climate projects, ensuring they meet timelines, budgets, and scope
Track performance measures and outcomes to inform decision making, new programs and initiatives
Attend and represent the City on inter-jurisdictional, regional and community work groups and public meetings as requested
Serves as the City’s climate and energy programs liaison to outside entities including jurisdictions, agencies, contractors and non-governmental partners
Develops strategic partnerships within the community to facilitate and expand emissions reduction and energy conservation efforts in support of the CAP
Monitors federal, state and/or local regulations and guidance and recommends actions to achieve compliance with climate and energy policies and practices
Qualification
Required
Two (2) years of college level course work in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Education, Communications or related field AND at least two (2) years of emissions reductions programs, solid waste/recycling administration or sustainability-related public outreach OR equivalent education/experience
Strong customer services skills
Ability to be extremely organized to meet deadlines
Independent judgment, collaboration, and strong attention to detail
Ability to plan, prioritize, organize, and complete a diversified workload in an independent and timely manner with minimal supervision
Proficient knowledge of computers and applicable computer software applications, including specific knowledge of Adobe, Outlook, Microsoft Word, and Excel
Working knowledge of modern administrative office procedures, methods, and equipment
Business letter writing and basic report preparation with proficient spelling and grammatical skills
Methods of reducing waste, recycling, and general sustainable practices
Basic budgeting and mathematical principles
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
Strong attention to detail, working in a busy and sometimes stressful environment and changing priorities
Using initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines
Proficient skill and ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Ability to participate and work effectively in an organization committed to advancing principles and practices of equity and anti-racism
Ability to report for scheduled work with regular, reliable, and punctual attendance
Ability to maintain and establish effective and cooperative working relationships with City employees, customers and vendors and to work effectively in a team environment
Ability to work independently with a high degree of reliability, accuracy, and productivity
Ability to conduct oneself in a professional manner as defined by City policy and maintain confidentiality
Ability to respond timely to customer inquiries, complaints, concerns and needs and provide excellent customer service
Ability to respond to requests and inquiries from the general public, both orally and in writing, using tact, patience and courtesy
Ability to prioritize multiple projects; anticipate needs and work effectively within deadlines while subject to frequent interruptions
Ability to design educational and outreach materials for print and online formats, such as flyers, brochures, and social media content
Ability to understand, interpret, and apply documents such as operating instructions, applicable policies, procedures and governmental regulations
Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment and to shifts in organizational philosophy and expectations
Ability to communicate in English clearly, concisely, and effectively, both orally and in writing
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Climate Science, Geography, or related field
Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in an area related to sustainability/climate action program management
Grant writing and administration experience
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Long-term disability (LTD)
Employee assistance program (EAP)
HRA/HSA/FSA
Enrollment in Washington State's DRS PERS plan
401(a) retirement plan (social security replacement)
Optional 457 deferred compensation plan (DCP)
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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