Thurston County - Sustainability Specialist

6/13/2012 to 6/22/2012

Job Description

Title of Position: Sustainability Specialist

Organization: Thurston County

Accepting Applications Date(s) and Time(s): June 11, 2012 to June 22, 2012

Link to full job description: http://www.co.thurston.wa.us/cm/hr/external-employment.asp

Description: Performs a wide variety of complex and multi-faceted tasks associated with all phases of sustainability planning. Works with the Board of County Commissioners, the Energy Conservation Committee, and other stakeholders identified by the Board to meet conservation and sustainability objectives of the County. Drafts sustainability policies and programs for consideration by elected officials, advisory committees, and affected departments. Develops measures of effectiveness and monitoring regimens that enable the refinement of affected policies, programs, and projects to achieve the maximum desired sustainability benefit. Researches, analyzes, and communicates on resource conservation, principles of sustainability and related public policies. Evaluates and develops County regulations and policies, working with the public and elected officials on sustainability issues, and conducting research and providing detailed staff reports, planning studies, and recommendations. Designs and develops program's short- and long-range goals, work plans and objectives with measurable performance standards and financial impacts and tracks program effectiveness.

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