WHO WE ARE
CivicWell (formerly the Local
Government Commission) supports leaders responding to the climate crisis and
its impact on their communities. As a nonprofit organization, we inspire,
equip, connect, and cultivate leaders working toward a more sustainable and
resilient future.
We know that innovation happens when
communities name their own challenges and define their own visions. Through
policy guidance, collaborative partnerships, and direct assistance, we
support and equip communities to bring those visions to life.
About Us: https://civicwell.org/about-us/
POSITION OVERVIEW
We are looking for an experienced and
dynamic individual to join CivicWell’s Climate Change and Energy team to lead
the management and execution of complex projects related to equitable climate
change adaptation and resilience.
We are seeking a motivated,
detail-oriented individual with strong communication and organizational
skills with a growth mindset, and the ability to learn and apply new skills.
This is an excellent opportunity to be involved and build expertise in the
rapidly evolving field of climate resilience in California.
This is a hybrid position with the option to work primarily from
a remote location within California. Ideal candidates will be based in
the Sacramento region. This position will also require traveling to other
regions throughout California (typically once or twice a quarter).
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
The Project Manager will report
directly to the Climate Change and Energy Program Director and will be
responsible for managing projects within CivicWell’s evolving climate
adaptation and resilience portfolio. Key projects include the Alliance of Regional Collaboratives for Climate Adaptation
(ARCCA), the Capital Region Climate Readiness
Collaborative (CRCRC), the California Adaptation Forum (CAF), and
additional local, regional, and statewide programs.
General Project Management
Responsibilities:
- Project Management: Oversee and coordinate the activities of specific climate
resilience-focused projects and initiatives; oversee the management and
implementation of contracts and grants; and manage all project
deliverables, timelines, and administrative and financial responsibilities
of projects.
- Program Development: Identify emerging trends, potential challenges and new
opportunities; lead and/or participate in program development and
fundraising activities; and actively participate in project-level and
organization-wide strategic planning activities.
- Relationship Management: Oversee, supervise, manage and motivate
staff; effectively delegate tasks to staff and provide clear guidance
and training as needed; work collaboratively with all members of the
Climate & Energy Team and CivicWell staff; cultivate and maintain
relationships with funders and project partners and stakeholders; and
represent CivicWell at various meetings and workshops.
Project-specific Responsibilities:
- Identify priority strategies, policies, and actions to
advance climate adaptation and resilience efforts locally, regionally,
and statewide by organizing and facilitating technical advisory
committees, conducting research on innovative practices and new technologies,
and working with local partners on place-based planning activities.
- Conduct interviews, surveys, and roundtable discussions to
understand barriers that local agencies and other practitioners face,
assess community needs and concerns, and collaboratively identify
priority solutions to advance.
- Plan and implement statewide, regional, and local
conferences, workshops, and trainings that include 20-800 participants.
Establish and facilitate advisory committees, agendas and programs,
marketing materials, call for session proposals, and other activities
related to organizing events.
- Develop and maintain resources that support local government
climate resilience and sustainability initiatives and support local
agencies and practitioners in staying informed, such as by developing
legislative fact sheets, informative newsletters, resource libraries,
- Provide technical assistance for local jurisdictions and
climate change practitioners, including targeted recommendations based
on research and best practices, grant writing assistance, facilitated
meetings with subject-matter experts, and mechanisms for information
sharing.
- Analyze new and emerging policies, funding guidelines, and
climate change guidance to develop comment letters that speak to
CivicWell’s priorities and principles, such as regional coordination,
cross-sector collaboration, social equity and support for marginalized
communities, climate-smart land use planning, and more.
- Lead or participate in regular calls and meetings with
project partners to share progress reports, coordinate activities, and
strategize on opportunities to respond to emerging policies and trends
and evolving local needs.
QUALIFICATIONS
Successful candidates will demonstrate
their dedication to playing a leading role in the rapidly evolving fields of
climate change adaptation and resilience with the experience and skills
necessary to be an effective project manager.
We are searching for candidates with
the following key attributes and qualifications:
- At least 3 years of experience managing multiple projects
with excellent organizational and time management skills.
- A bachelor’s or master’s degree in environmental policy,
planning, or a closely related field. (relevant work experience may be
considered in place of a degree on a case-by-case basis).
- Demonstrated knowledge of innovative policies, practices,
and strategies related to climate change adaptation and resilience in
California.
- Clear understanding of climate change adaptation science and
frameworks, and California local government planning, policy, and
administrative practices.
- Working understanding of equity, environmental justice,
and/or social/racial justice principles, frameworks, and practices as
applied in the fields of climate change and energy.
- Excellent verbal communication skills with demonstrated
experience and skills in managing relationships, facilitating meetings,
engaging diverse stakeholder groups and/or community members, and
preparing and delivering presentations.
- Excellent written communication skills, including experience
preparing concise, comprehensive, and understandable policy memos,
technical reports, community engagement plans, fact sheets, and other
written materials.
- Experience with event planning, including developing
agendas, coordinating with speakers, organizing logistics, and
moderating panels.
- Experience with fundraising, including grant writing or
sponsor recruitment.
- Experience with key software programs including Microsoft
Office Suite, iOS/Apple, Google Suite, Constant Contact, MailChimp, and
Survey Monkey.
COMPENSATION
CivicWell supports staff by providing
opportunities for professional development and training in a collaborative
work environment. A strong work-life balance is encouraged and supported
through flexible work schedules, a focus on staff engagement, and employee
appreciation. Staff have the opportunity to engage and participate in both
internal and external organizational initiatives and play an important role
in an organization that is positively impacting communities across
California.
This position is full-time and exempt
(salaried). The annual full-time starting salary range for this position
is $64,480 – $72,000 depending on qualifications.
CivicWell’s benefits package includes:
- 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and long-term
disability coverage.
- Vacation: Ten days of paid time off accrued in years one and
two / three weeks accrued during year three.
- 12 paid holidays per year.
- Access to the CivicWell’s Employee Assistance Program.
- 401K retirement plan with an employer contribution which is
currently up to 4% of salary. Full-time employees are eligible to
participate in the plan after 90 days of employment and will become
eligible for the 4% employer match after 1 year of employment.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested applicants should email
their resume and cover letter describing their qualifications and interest in
the position along with three professional references to HR@civicwell.org.
Candidates are requested to use the
following headings and labels when submitting their applications. References
should be included directly in the email body.
- Email subject line: Project Manager Application [Full Name]
- Cover Letter attachment: Cover Letter [Full Name]
- Resume attachment: Resume [Full Name]
This position will remain open until
filled and interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. The first
priority deadline for applications is December 9th but applicants
are encouraged to apply even if priority deadline passes.
CivicWell is an Equal Opportunity
Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for
employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion,
sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran,
and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Our agency embraces a diverse & culturally rich workforce
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