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NEOGOV · 11 hours ago

Sustainability Program Specialist (Grant Funded)

Kissimmee, FL

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$26.83/hr - $26.83/hr

0+ years exp

NEOGOV is seeking a Sustainability Program Specialist to support Osceola County's sustainability goals and initiatives. The role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to design, implement, and evaluate environmental programs while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.

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Responsibilities

Support the development, implementation, and evaluation of sustainability initiatives and campaigns, including grant-funded programs (e.g., glass recycling outreach)

Engage in community outreach and education efforts by leading workshops, creating promotional materials, coordinating events, and building partnerships with schools, businesses, neighborhood groups, and environmental organizations

Work with other County staff to promote public participation through marketing strategies, press releases, social media content, newsletters, and public presentations

Build and maintain partnerships with governmental agencies, nonprofits, and other stakeholders to advance sustainability programs

Collect, track, and analyze program participation data and report on impacts (e.g., recycling rates, and waste diversion)

Identify opportunities for program expansion and recommend enhancements to increase community impact

Provide administrative and technical support to ensure program compliance with relevant regulations

Coordinate with County departments on cross-functional projects

Maintain accurate records and documentation of program activities and performance metrics

Perform other duties as assigned that are logically related to the role and responsibilities

Qualification

Sustainability principlesCommunity engagement strategiesData analysisEnvironmental regulationsProject managementMicrosoft OfficeInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Human Services, Education, Communication, Planning, Public Administration, or a related field is required

Six (6) months of progressively responsible professional experience in government, business, consulting, nonprofit, and/or academic sectors, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License