Job Description
Join Santa Clara County's award-winning Environmental Services Department as a Senior Environmental Specialist. Lead impactful sustainability initiatives, develop innovative environmental policies, and drive county-wide compliance with state and federal regulations. This pivotal role shapes San Jose's environmental future through data-driven decision-making and community engagement.
Responsibilities
- Oversee implementation of county-wide environmental sustainability programs
- Analyze complex environmental data to inform policy recommendations
- Manage grant applications and funding for green infrastructure projects
- Coordinate with regional agencies on climate action planning
- Lead public outreach initiatives for environmental education
- Conduct regulatory compliance audits for county facilities
- Develop annual environmental performance reports
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related field
- 5+ years of experience in environmental regulatory compliance
- Advanced knowledge of California environmental regulations
- Proven project management with $500K+ budgets
- GIS mapping and environmental data analysis skills
- Valid California driver's license
- Experience with grant writing and procurement processes