NEOGOV · 21 hours ago
Climate & Resilience Program Manager
Carrboro Town Hall
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$73K/yr - $89K/yr
5+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Climate & Resilience Program Manager to lead initiatives related to sustainability and climate action. The role involves planning, directing, and managing projects that implement the Town's Climate Action Plans while collaborating with community partners to empower climate action efforts.
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Responsibilities
Assist with the planning and implementation of the Town’s Climate Action Plans, with an emphasis on energy and electrification, climate resilience, race and equity, and community engagement
Conduct research, identify best practices, and provide recommendations to the Chief Sustainability Officer, Town Manager, and Department Directors on issues related to sustainability, resilience, energy, and climate action
Support the development of project plans, timelines, budgets, and objectives for sustainability initiatives
Assist with the financial resources of the Office of Sustainability and performs annual budget planning with Chief Sustainability Officer
Provide project management for sustainability and resilience programs, including solar projects, energy efficiency, urban forestry, extreme heat, flood mitigation, Green Neighborhoods Grant program, and other community initiatives
Identify and pursue grant funding opportunities that support new and ongoing sustainability and resilience initiatives. Manage grant awards and reporting
Perform research, planning, and technical analyses for complex projects; develop data sets that measure progress of existing programs and help identify new sustainability strategies
Provide leadership and mentoring to junior staff within the sustainability department, including direct oversight of interns and other staff as needed
Collect, analyze and ensure accuracy of annual greenhouse gas inventory for municipal and community emissions
Maintain databases and update leadership on performance metrics for monthly, quarterly, annual, and by request data
Provide programmatic and administrative support to relevant advisory bodies, such as the Climate and Environmental Advisory Commission
Develop and coordinate collaborative partnerships and strategies with non-profit, government, academic, and private sector organizations to advance sustainability and resilience
Collaborate with departments and cross-functional teams on projects and community engagement initiatives, with a focus on including community members who have not traditionally been represented
Develop and manage projects, tools, incentives, and educational opportunities that facilitate adoption of sustainable practices by residents, businesses, and Town departments
Provide information to citizens and community groups regarding Town sustainability services, goals, and progress
Plan and organize community events that highlight and advance sustainability and resilience
Represent the Town in local and regional efforts, including supporting community events and public engagement activities and stakeholder meetings
Keep the sustainability webpage current and ensure accessibility
Work with team members to prepare newsletters, marketing items, and other public communications
Prepare and present project results at public meetings and to a variety of audiences including elected/appointed officials
Performs related tasks as required
Qualification
Required
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with coursework in sustainability, environmental studies/sciences, public policy, urban planning, business administration, or a related field
At least five (5) years of professional experience in local government, project management, public-sector and community-based work, including experience collaborating with elected or appointed officials, boards, or diverse populations
One or more of the following: LEED accreditation (any level), Envision Sustainability Professional, WELL AP, Certified Climate Change Professional (CC-P), Sustainability Excellence Associate or Professional, Certified Sustainability and Resilience Professional (CSRP), ISA Certified Urban Forest Professional, or similar professional certification for sustainability and resilience professionals
Project management principles and practices
Ability to design project plans and budgets; conduct comprehensive research; gather, analyze, and synthesize qualitative and quantitative data for decision-making
Excellent verbal and written communication, conflict resolution, and public presentation skills
Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously to meet deadlines
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse stakeholders and communities
Ability to exercise sound judgment, diplomacy, and follow-through on complex issues
Experience in fundraising, program development, or grant management
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build teams, partnerships, and coalitions
Ability to work effectively with multiracial and multicultural groups of community members and staff
Familiarity with sustainability and resilience topics, including energy, climate change, and environmental justice
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Preferred
Bilingual skills (Spanish/English) preferred
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Paid Time Off
Local Government Retirement System
Supplemental Retirement Plan
Disability and Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Additional Benefits
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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