Environmental Initiatives Specialist (Environmental Services) - Lexington Fayette Urban Co Government : Job Details

SALARYThe minimum salary is $24.143 per hourThis position is eligible for overtime (non-exempt), if applicable.Pay Grade 518FILING DEADLINE DATEThe deadline to apply is Monday, November 4, 2024.GENERAL DESCRIPTIONThe purpose of this classification is to identify, coordinate, implement, manage and evaluate environmental and/or sustainability initiatives in both public and private sectors and promote environmental and/or sustainability programs through public outreach and education.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSBachelor's degree in a field related to the jobFour (4) years of related experienceAdditional years of related education may substitute for years of experienceAdditional years of related experience may substitute for years of educationESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSResearches, analyzes and reports on environmental issues and recommends projects based on researchProvides program-related information to government and community audiences, such as the Community Environmental AcademyResearches, prepares and submits grant applicationsDevelops media contentSupports efforts to be inclusive in programing and communicating; identifying potential DEI partners, including vendors; identifying ways to reduce barriers to participation of historically excluded communitiesCoordinates, organizes and promotes public events such as Water Week, Waste Reduction Week, Bike Month, etc.Serves as program representative at various internal and external meetings and eventsPerforms related work as assignedSPECIAL LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONValid Driver's licenseSPECIAL REQUIREMENTSAll positions require drug testing and background check before employment and may require a post-job offer physical as stated in Ordinances 21-14(b), 22-13 and 23-16recblid knfb3f0xp6pbyiu33d8rog3grtftkw