Sustainability Analyst; Outreach

Overview

The City of Fort Lauderdale employees possess a passion for public service demonstrated by a high degree of enthusiasm, self-reliance, and job proficiency. They effectively convey the vision and mission of the organization and provide excellent service and satisfaction to our internal and external customers.

This position supports projects and initiatives towards the attainment of City sustainability and resiliency goals, primarily through public outreach, project coordination, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. This is a classified position covered by the Personnel Rules.

Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.

• Develop and implement outreach programs for internal and external stakeholders to advance the City’s sustainability and resiliency goals
• Performs data collection, entry, management, analysis, tracking, and research
• Prepares diagnostic tools such as spreadsheets, charts, and tables; evaluates strategies for achieving sustainability related metrics and goals; develops recommendations and observations; prepares descriptive information and reports
• Supports energy and water efficiency projects; tracks project performance
• Develops and monitors data tracking tools; identifies data trends, anomalies and opportunities for improvement
• Works with employees to reduce energy, water and natural resource consumption; collaborates with internal and external partners
• Develops detailed work plans; completes deliverables and related materials for performance analysis projects
• Uses technical knowledge and data analysis to assist with operational decisions or modifications of procedures
• Monitors, evaluates, and reviews program performance
• Performs related work as required

As public servants, employees may be required to work immediately before, during, and/or after an emergency. All employees must be available and able to work assigned shifts as determined by their Department Heads.

The position is generally sedentary. Employees sit most of the time but may walk or stand for brief periods of time. Occasional field visits may involve inspections of mechanical spaces or equipment, potentially located in/on roofs, basements, mechanical rooms, etc.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience;

written test; interview; employment record, background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position.

The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, inclusive employer and a Drug Free Workplace. The City of Fort Lauderdale does not discriminate based on age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.

Veterans' preference per Florida law. If claiming Veteran's Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form, and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form (J-204) to the online application.