ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SUSTAINABILITY DIRECTOR                               9327

 

 

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An employee in this class is responsible for development, implementation, and monitoring of a comprehensive program that incorporates sustainability into all aspects of county operations and community life.  The practice of sustainability addresses present needs without compromising future needs, by integrating what is environmentally supportable, socially equitable and economically viable.  Supervision is exercised over professional, technical, and clerical personnel.  Performance is reviewed by an administrative supervisor through consultations and reports. Does related work as required.

 

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

            Plans and directs work of the sustainability division and its programs;

Develops, directs, and maintains sustainable economic development projects designed to cost effectively initiate economic, ecological, and social opportunities;

Initiates sustainability activities related to energy optimization, waste reduction, and resource conservation;

            Manages research and feasibility studies for potential sustainability projects;

Directs technical assistance related to sustainability to all departments;

            Acts as a liaison to sustainability stakeholders;

            Oversees the maintenance of operations protocols for implementation of sustainability objectives.

 

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Comprehensive knowledge of the overall Divisional programs, functions, activities, policies, and regulations; thorough knowledge of the methods and techniques of office management and organization; thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of supervision and budgeting; ability to implement sustainability programs; ability to establish effective working relationships with community leaders, public officials and the general public; ability to supervise the work of subordinate personnel in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale; ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State with a Bachelor's Degree in economics and five (5) years of experience in environmental sustainability program management.

 

R 5/14/12

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Non-Competitive

Review 2/10/15