Buildings and Energy Communications Specialist

Full Job Description

THE OFFICE

Come be a part of a great team of folks dedicated to developing and implementing citywide environmental policies and programs that propel the City of Seattle toward a sustainable, equitable, and carbon-neutral future.

Here at the Office of Sustainability & Environment (OSE), our mission is to ensure a clean and healthy environment for every resident of Seattle.

We prioritize those currently and historically harmed by racial, economic, and environmental injustice and serve as cross-departmental and community partners, innovators, and drivers of cutting-edge city policy.

If you are looking to support opportunities to increase racial, social, and environmental justice throughout Seattle's environmental work, look no further!

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe that all people and communities should benefit from Seattle’s environmental progress.

We center communities most impacted by environmental injustice, such as BIPOC communities, people with low incomes, and English language learners, to ensure they have opportunities to be part of and leaders within the environmental movement.

We hold values aligned with principles of racial, environmental, and economic justice, so that we are more inclusive, equitable, and transparent.

All applicants are welcome, and we strongly encourage people with these identities or from other marginalized communities to apply.

WORK TO BETTER SEATTLE’S CLIMATE FUTURE

Buildings are responsible for 40% of Seattle’s climate pollution — most of which comes from burning fossil fuels for hot water and heating.

Seattle’s new Building Emissions Performance Standard (BEPS) law addresses climate pollution by requiring owners of existing buildings to move their buildings off polluting fossil fuels over time.

OSE is implementing the BEPS law and aligning the new program with existing building and energy programs, such as energy benchmarking.

THE JOB

We are looking for applicants who combine clear communication skills with experience creating and sharing technical information in ways that are accessible to all audiences.

You will lead long-range BEPS Program education and outreach planning efforts that incorporate racial equity throughout program development and implementation.

Your goal will be to help building owners and energy service providers learn to comply with BEPS, use online reporting tools, and share success stories from buildings that are already reducing emissions.

You will also support the rest of the Buildings & Energy team, including coordinating with the energy benchmarking and municipal decarbonization teams on blogs, dashboards, and e-newsletters.

Your top 3 priorities will be:

Requirements

To be successful, you are committed to:

• Racial, climate, and environmental justice, equity, and inclusion.
• A positive, “can-do” attitude and a proactive, helpful approach to problem solving.
• Communicating and engaging all people with cultural competence and respect.
• Attention to detail, anticipating needs, and following through on assignments.

To be most effective, you have:

Qualifications

In addition to the qualities mentioned above, you will need to possess the following required qualifications (or a combination of education and/or training, and/or experience that provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class):

Four years of professional experience in Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field involving the preparation of and distribution of public information materials.

OR

Three years of professional experience in Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field involving the preparation of and distribution of public information materials, and an associate’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Marketing, or a related field.

OR

Two years of professional experience in Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field involving the preparation of and distribution of public information materials, and a bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Marketing, or a related field.

Additional Information

This job is classified as a Public Relations Specialist, Senior BU, and is represented by a Collective Bargaining Agreement with PROTEC 17 – Professionals Unit. The salary range is $47.39-$55.19.

Personnel Rules will determine the salary placement of current regular City employees. New employees start at Step 1 in this 5-step salary schedule.

In addition to completing the application atwww.governmentjobs.com/careers/seattlefully, please attach:

Why Work for the City of Seattle?

At the City of Seattle, public service is more than a job; it’s a chance to shape the future and make a meaningful difference in the lives of everyone who works, lives, or plays in our city.

With 12,000 employees across 40+ departments and 1,100 job titles, we are united by a common purpose: to create a Seattle that is vibrant and welcoming for all.

Whatever your role, you’ll help power a forward-looking city that leads by example — inclusive, innovative, equitable, and community-focused — while joining a diverse team committed to solving challenges and making a lasting impact together.

Join us in building a Seattle that thrives!

This position offers the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule. Individual schedules will be based on agreement between the employee and management.

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package, including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.

More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at:https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans

This position is open to applicants who meet the minimum qualifications. The Office of Sustainability & Environment values diverse perspectives and life experiences.

Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, medical condition, or pregnancy.

The Office of Sustainability & Environment encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.

Accommodations:

Individuals with disabilities will be provided with reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Please contact Kate.Moore@seattle.gov with questions or to request accommodations.