Sustainability Program Coordinator

About the role

The Sustainability Program Coordinator is a position on GPCOG’s Sustainability Team that brings expertise in floodplain management, municipal climate action, and project management to support successful delivery of a portfolio of emission reduction and climate resilience projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide floodplain management technical assistance to member communities.
  • Assist communities with interpreting and complying with National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) floodplain regulations.
  • Lead education and outreach to communities about floodplain mapping and mitigation strategies.
  • Obtain and maintain floodplain management certification (training provided).
• Support existing projects related to electrification, emissions reduction, and climate resilience.
  • Collect and analyze data to draw conclusions that support our program activities. This includes climate data and greenhouse gas emissions, sea level rise information, social and economic indicators, and land use data.
  • Organize and present data in the best manner possible to convey information, through maps, charts, graphs, etc. Write technical recommendations and reports and design impactful presentations.
  • Execute community engagement events, surveys, and presentations to bring data to the public, elected officials, and municipal staff and solicit feedback and input.
  • Manage reporting and financial flows and evaluate and report on project results.
• Develop and deliver high-quality public communication materials, reports, and presentations.
  • Create educational and informational materials on sustainability programs including floodplain management, emergency preparedness, electrification, and climate resilience.
  • Draft and coordinate public engagement materials, including social media posts, press releases, and newsletters to support programs.
• Attend public meetings, public events and municipal meetings, in person, occasionally off hours or on weekends.
• Support the task assignment, mentorship, and professional growth of emerging professionals and recent college graduates participating in GPCOG’s Resilience Corps Fellowship program.

Requirements

• At least 4-6 years’ experience in a professional setting, demonstrating possession of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Knowledge of and demonstrated experience with effective climate action strategies that reduce greenhouse gases and build resilience to climate change.
• Strong writing, copy editing, and presenting skills.
• Strong organizational, project management, and record-keeping skills with an emphasis on accuracy and efficiency.
• Demonstrated ability to research, analyze, and interpret data from various sources to produce technical and nontechnical information and reports.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to multitask and perform under tight deadlines independently and as part of a team.
• Interest and ability to work on a wide range of sustainability related issues.
• Ideal Candidates will have Expertise, experience, and/or certification in floodplain management.
• Knowledge of coastal and inland climate adaptation strategies.
• Experience with stakeholder outreach and engagement with a diverse range of partners.
• Experience with GIS.
• Experience managing federal or state grants.

Qualifications

At least a bachelor's degree in environmental science, natural resources, urban planning, public policy, or a related field. Additional certifications in floodplain management and GIS are preferred.

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with GIS.
• Experience with stakeholder outreach and engagement.
• Ability to manage federal or state grants.

Benefits

GPCOG offers competitive benefits, a fun, flexible, family-friendly, and creative work environment. This is a Level 4 Coordinator II position with a salary range of $58,000 to $70,000. Work hours and schedule may be flexible, up to 40 hours per week, with the ability to work partly from home. Hours and work times are adjustable based on circumstances and on what you bring to the position.

Pay

This position is offered at a salary range of $58,000 to $70,000.

Schedule

Work hours and schedule may be flexible, up to 40 hours per week, with the ability to work partly from home. Hours and work times are adjustable based on circumstances and on what you bring to the position.

Application

To apply: Go to https://tinyurl.com/mstm3ubx to provide your contact information, then: Upload your cover letter telling us why you want to join GPCOG’s team as a Sustainability Program Coordinator. Upload your résumé, highlighting your education, relevant experience, and skills. Submit all of these by 5pm on July 26, 2026. All applications must be submitted using this application portal to be considered.