Please forward this message from the City of Tacoma's Human Resources Office to anyone who may be interested. The closing date is April 14. Use the link at the bottom of the announcement to access the HR website and the online application information. Office of Sustainability Manager The City of Tacoma is seeking an Office of Sustainability Manager with proven ability and understanding of sustainability theories as well as local, national and global sustainability initiatives and best practices, and experience developing and executing creative plans and programs converting an organization such as the City of Tacoma to be more sustainable. The Sustainability Manager will be responsible for working with senior management to balance the City's commitment to manage environmental impacts while efficiently and effectively providing city services to Tacoma citizens; planning and implementation of five and ten year sustainability goals for City government and the community; refinement and implementation of the City of Tacoma's Climate Action Plan; implementation of plans and actions that integrate sustainability and environmental values into City plans, programs and policies; collaboration and coordination with the Tacoma Public Utilities sustainability activities; establishing relationships with other state, local, national and international entities; and provide ongoing advice to the City Manager and the Senior Management Team on the direction and work of the Office of Sustainability. Bachelor's degree in business, public administration, communication, organizational systems, environmental or political science or related field, and five years of progressively responsible experience implementing sustainability programs, or programs in a related field such as environmental or resource management, or project management. Applicants who have the strongest backgrounds related to the responsibilities of this position may be invited to participate in an interview. For more information about this position and how to apply please visit our website at www.cityoftacoma.org/jobs<http://www.cityoftacoma.org/jobs> [Click on Current Job Openings. On the job opportunities page, scroll down to the bottom to the chart of job openings to find Office of Sustainability Manager. Click on the job title for additional details and application information.] Lorna Sutton City of Tacoma | Community Relations Office 733 Market St. Rm. 11 | Tacoma, WA 98402 Office: (253) 573-2352 | Cell: (253) 973-2768