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Closing Date: 11/11/2025

Salary: $26.83 Hourly

Job Type: Full-time

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Human Services, Education, Communication, Planning, Public Administration, or a related field is required.

Experience: Six (6) months of progressively responsible professional experience in government, business, consulting, nonprofit, and/or academic sectors, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Miscellaneous: Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License. Experience towing a trailer is preferred.

Description of Duties:

The Sustainability Program Specialist performs professional and moderately complex work in support of the County’s sustainability goals and initiatives. Under general supervision, this position collaborates with internal departments, community partners, and the public to design, implement, and evaluate outreach, education, and environmental programs aligned with the Responsible Recycling Osceola initiative and the County's adopted sustainability plans and Board of County Commissioners priorities. This position plays a key role in program development, community engagement, data analysis, reporting, and project execution. Work is performed with considerable independence and requires compliance with all applicable County, State, and Federal codes and regulations.

Essential Job Functions:

Support the development, implementation, and evaluation of sustainability initiatives and campaigns, including grant-funded programs (e.g., glass recycling outreach).
Engage in community outreach and education efforts by leading workshops, creating promotional materials, coordinating events, and building partnerships with schools, businesses, neighborhood groups, and environmental organizations.
Work with other County staff to promote public participation through marketing strategies, press releases, social media content, newsletters, and public presentations.
Build and maintain partnerships with governmental agencies, nonprofits, and other stakeholders to advance sustainability programs.
Collect, track, and analyze program participation data and report on impacts (e.g., recycling rates, and waste diversion.
Identify opportunities for program expansion and recommend enhancements to increase community impact.
Provide administrative and technical support to ensure program compliance with relevant regulations.
Coordinate with County departments on cross-functional projects.
Maintain accurate records and documentation of program activities and performance metrics.
Perform other duties as assigned that are logically related to the role and responsibilities.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation).
Knowledge of sustainability principles, including climate change, energy and environmental management, waste diversion, social behavior change, and economic development.
Familiarity with local, state, and federal environmental regulations and sustainability policies.
Ability to design and implement community education and engagement strategies.
Competence in project management and coordination with internal and external partners.
Ability to interpret and analyze data and present findings to diverse audiences.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to operate standard office equipment.
Ability to use project management and data tracking tools.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
Sound judgment and discretion in all aspects of professional responsibilities.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with employees, officials, community partners, and the public.