sustainability program analyst - Beverly Hills, United States - City of Beverly Hills

Description

Salary :
$96, $119,916.71 Annually


Location :
Beverly Hills Public Works Building, CA


Job Type:
Full-time


Job Number:

Department:
Public Works

Opening Date:

05/09/2024

Closing Date:

6/7/2024 5:00 PM Pacific

Job Summary

Who We Are
The City of Beverly Hills has a long-standing reputation for providing superior customer service to residents, businesses, and visitors.

This characteristic, combined with outstanding staff in all departments, has been a hallmark of success for this high performance organization.

The municipal government (approximately 1,080 full-time and part-time employees) provides the highest quality safety services, recreational, municipal services, and physical environment.

What We Do

The Public Works Department provides a variety of services related to the development, construction, inspection, improvement, and maintenance of the City's infrastructure.

This infrastructure includes traffic lights, sidewalks, streetlights, and roadways.

In addition, Public Works runs the following enterprise operations:
Water, Solid Waste, Wastewater, Stormwater, and Parking Operations.

What We're Looking For
The City of Beverly Hills is seeking qualified candidates for the position of

Sustainability Program Analyst

to perform a variety of professional, technical, and administrative duties in the development and implementation of sustainability programs and activities.

The incumbent of this position will also provide community education, notifications, and instructions to promote sustainable practices.

Sustainability Program Analyst Job Description
$96, $119,916.71 Annually

Selection Process

All applicants must submit clear, concise, and complete information regarding their qualifications for the position, including detailed responses to all supplemental questions.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application or supplemental application materials.
The selection process may consist of the following components:
Supplemental Questionnaire Panel Interview

This is an open and competitive recruitment process. This recruitment will remain open until Friday, June 7, 2024

at 5:00pm .

The best qualifying candidates will be invited to a panel interview which is tentatively scheduled for the week of June 24th (all dates are subject to change).

Benefits

This position is represented by the Management and Professional Employees Association and is covered by the negotiated terms and conditions of that Association's Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), a copy of which is located at .

Conviction History

As a finalist for a job, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction (or arrest, in limited circumstances) conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you are a finalist.

Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with the City. If you are selected as a finalist, you will be contacted to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.

Conclusion

Verification:
Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process


Note:

Falsifying one's education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City of Beverly Hills.

Disaster Service Workers:
All City of Beverly Hills employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect.

Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

Major Duties

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIALDUTIES- Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Participate in the formulation of policies, procedures, guidelines, and strategies to develop and implement comprehensive conservation and sustainability programs; perform responsible administrative assignments in the development, implementation, and monitoring of programs.

Assist in the development and implementation of community educational programs and activities; develop and disseminate informational and promotional materials.

Plan, develop, and manage special projects, studies, and surveys at the request of the supervisor to include problem identification, research, analysis, presentation of recommendations, and implementation time frame.

Perform comprehensive analysis and coordination of municipal policies, organization, procedures, and services. Analyze the economic and financial feasibility of proposed sustainability projects and programs and make recommendations. Participate in the identification of grant opportunities; prepare grant applications and monitor compliance with applicable terms. Attend various public meetings and may act as technical adviser to citizens and committee members.

Coordinate program activities with other City departments and with outside agencies.

Serve as a liaison to employees, public and private organizations; represent the City in a variety of community groups, boards, commissions, State and Federal agencies, and other organizations; provide information and assistance to the public regarding the sustainability programs and services Host community workshops for a variety of stakeholders; Create presentations to community groups, businesses, schools, and the public concerning the program.

Research, prepare, analyze, and may present reports to the City Council, City Manager, and various committees and citizen groups at the request of the department head or City executive; May provide staff support for City commissions and committees.

Evaluate and ensure program activity compliance with legislative mandates, department, and City policies and procedures, and alignment with sustainability mission, goals, and priorities.

May supervise, train, and evaluate the work of professional, technical, and support staff, as assigned. Ensure that staff provides a high degree of customer service to both internal and external customers. May recommend program related budgetary adjustments; maintain appropriate records, reports, and controls; conduct revenue and expenditure forecast and research. Participate in the development of requests for proposals and provide support in the administration of agreements and contracts. Design and implement forms and systems for use in program operations. Assist with training department staff on sustainability procedures, rules, laws and related matters as required.

Stay abreast of federal, state, and local legislative and regulatory changes that may affect the program; anticipate regulatory changes and develop effective solutions; and inform management of regulatory changes and recommend adjustments and changes to program.

Assist new or existing staff in learning departmental practices and protocols, methods, and procedures.

Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.

Foster an environment that embraces diversity, integrity, trust, and respect. Act as an integral team player, which involves flexibility, cooperation, and communication. Performs related duties as assigned.

In addition to the aforementioned duties, incumbents shall also be responsible for the performance of the duties associated with one of the programs listed below, based on assignment.

WATER CONSERVATION
Identify, implement, and evaluate measures and practices for the efficient use of water in the City.

Manage the water audit program; advise and educate customers on water reduction, efficient use, and conservation practices. Prepare and compile data for a variety of comprehensive reports including regulatory reports required by local, state, and federal agencies (i.e. California Urban Water Conservation Council Best Management Practices, MWELO); maintain accurate and detailed records. Performs related duties, as assigned.


RECYCLING

Develop and disseminate community outreach, education, public participation, and special event materials to residents, businesses, and schools regarding recycling, composting and diversion/ reduction programs and initiatives; Provide assistance and direction to residential, commercial, school, and multi-unit building customers.

Prepare reports and research legislation to determine what is required for compliance.

Evaluate City ordinances related to recycling methods to decrease and/or regulate packaging waste and recommend new components and/or other revisions; proposes and evaluates recycling and diversion related projects; Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications



WATER CONSERVATION MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience and Training
Any combination of experience and training that provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:


Experience:
Two years of increasingly responsible professional experience coordinating water conservation programs or closely related environmental programs. Public sector and/or water agency experience is desirable.


Education:
Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in natural or environmental sciences, natural resources management, water resources management, urban planning, public administration, or a related field

License and Certificate

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license.



RECYCLING MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience and Training
Any combination of experience and training that provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:

Two years of increasingly responsible professional experience coordinating waste reduction and diversion solid waste programs or closely related environmental programs.

Public sector and/or solid waste agency experience is desirable.


Education:

Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in natural or environmental sciences, natural resources management, urban planning, public administration, or a related field.

License and Certificate

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

For a complete list of the Knowledge, Skills & Abilities for this position, please view the

Retirement

The City offers the CalPERS 2% at 62 formula for new CalPERS members.; OR 2.5% at 55 formula for existing "classic" CalPERS members with less than a six-month break in service from another CalPERS or CalPERS reciprocal agency.

All employees of the Management & Professional Association will pay their CalPERS member contribution. Additional details on the City's retirement plan will be provided to candidates during the job offer process. For further information about CalPERS, please contact CalPERS directly.

Health Plan
The City currently offers cafeteria plan which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage for employees and their dependents. In addition, the City provides life insurance and a disability plan for employees.

Leave Time
Vacation: 80 to 160 hours of annual vacation accrual depending on years of service.
Holiday: 10 paid holidays per year
Sick Leave: 96 hours per year

Personal Holiday:
18 hours per fiscal year
Administrative Leave: 80 hours per calendar year (prorated based on start date)
City employees currently work a 9/80 or 5/40 hour work week schedule.

Additional Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement up to $4,800 per fiscal year; Flexible Spending Account that allows pre-tax dollars to pay for eligible medical and dependent care expenses; and a City Wellness program that includes on-site fitness centers.

To review detailed information about our

Management & Professional (M&P) Association

benefits, please review the Memo of Understanding (MOU) listed below:

01

The following Supplemental Questionnaire is part of the examination for this position and will be used in determining your qualifications.

In order to receive every consideration in the selection process, you must complete all questions with concise but detailed answers and provide all requested information.

The hiring department will review each answer to evaluate your qualifications. Responses such as "See Resume" or "See Application" will result in your application not being considered.

By continuing in the recruitment process, you are certifying that all information provided in the Supplemental Questionnaire is true to the best of your knowledge.

If you are selected to continue in the recruitment process, your qualifications may be evaluated through employment verification, reference checks, written/skill assessment, and oral examinations.

Select "Yes" to reflect that you have read and understand this statement.
Yes
No

02

ALL FUTURE CORRESPONDENCE WILL BE CONDUCTED VIA EMAIL, so please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is accurate, current, secure, and readily accessible to you.

Please be sure to include correspondence from as an approved sender so that messages are not accidentally place into your spam/junk e-mail folder.

Ultimately, it is your responsibility to check your email regularly and on a timely basis. Select "Yes" to reflect that you acknowledge that you read, understand, and agree with this statement.

Yes
No

03

What is your highest level of education completed?

High School Diploma or GED
Some College Coursework
Associate Degree
Bachelors Degree
Masters Degree
Juris Doctor (JD)
Doctorate (PhD)
Not Applicable

04

If you have completed a Bachelors degree (or higher), please state the major/discipline on your diploma. If you do not have a Bachelors degree (or higher), please type 'N/A' in the box provided.

05

As part of the minimum requirement, do you have possession of (or can obtain & maintain) a valid California driver's license?

Yes
No

06

Which program are you interested in?

Water Conservation
Recycling
Both

07

How many years of increasingly responsible professional experience in coordinating water conservation programs, waste reduction and diversion solid waste programs, or closely related environmental programs do you possess?

08

Please describe your professional experience in coordinating water conservation programs, waste reduction and diversion solid waste programs, or closely related environmental programs.

Please use specific examples when describing this experience. If you do not have this experience, please type 'N/A' in the box provided.

09

Please describe your professional experience in community education, notifications, and instructions to promote sustainable practices. Please use specific examples when describing this experience. If you do not have this experience, please type 'N/A' in the box provided.

10

Please describe your experience working in the public sector, a water agency, or a solid waste agency. If you do not have this experience, please type 'N/A' in the box provided.

Required Question
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