Chief Sustainability Officer

Please review the How to Apply section for application instructions.Chief Sustainability OfficerAnnual salary: $99,733 to $127,225Application deadline: Monday, October 14, 2024.The City of Grand Rapids, Michigan, with a population of 198,893 is seeking a collaborative and innovative individual highly knowledgeable regarding sustainability, climate change and environmental justice programs. The City is known as a great place for jobs, education, diversity, safety, a wide variety of entertainment options, and easy access to the outdoors.The Chief Sustainability Officer will plan, guide, and direct the City’s sustainability, climate resilience, greenhouse gas reduction, and environment justice initiatives. The Office is supported by several full-time and grant funded positions focused on both internal sustainability initiatives and providing leadership on community-wide sustainability goals.A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in public administration, business administration, organizational development, environmental services, urban planning, or a related field is highly desired. At least six years of experience developing and managing functions related to sustainability and/or performance management is desired, or a combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.To view additional qualifications and submit your resume (reflecting years and months of employment including beginning/ending dates), cover letter, and a list of six work-related references (two supervisors, two direct reports, and two colleagues), please go to:

CPS HR Consulting .For information about this position, please contact:The City of Grand Rapids is an equal opportunity employer.

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