Build It Green Government Relations Program Manager

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Build It Green Government Relations Program Manager
About the Position

Build It Greens Government Relations Department is one of the three key programs of Build It Green. This Department is responsible for developing and managing relationships with local and state governments in support of their efforts to pass green building ordinances, and other green building initiatives.

Key to this departments work is involvement in policy discussions and developments in green building ordinances that are occurring throughout the state and eventually in the western region and on to the national arena. Some of the work required of this position is: developing model policies and programs that support local government green building policy adoption; researching and publishing white papers and articles related to green building policies; and coordinating quarterly meetings of the Public Agency Councils and Green Affordable Housing Coalition to encourage adoption of Build It Greens programs.

The Government Relations Program Manager is a key member of the senior management team of Build It Green, and as such participates in setting key strategies and decisions for the organization. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of working in the policy arena on a local and/or state level, with an aspiration to working on a national level. S/he will be an articulate spokesperson for Build It Green and for the benefits of participation in the green building movement. Comfort, enthusiasm and experience in working with policy-makers, legislators, and key staff in government and regulatory agencies are essential.

Qualifications

Baccalaureate degree in public policy, political science, environmental science or related major from an accredited college or university required; Masters degree in the same areas preferred

5+ years experience in local or state government, public policy, or advocacy with progressively higher levels of responsibility similar to those described for this position

Experience managing a department or team

Experience developing & managing budgets

Strong interpersonal skills & demonstrated ability to navigate among divergent political interests and manage relationships with competing political partisans in a professional, ethical, and nonpartisan manner

Excellent communication skills, including ability to effectively articulate & advocate for the environmental, health and economic benefits of Green Building in writing and in public presentations

Excellent planning, prioritizing and organizational skills, with ability to set goals and adjust as needed based on shifting strategic priorities

Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook and Windows operating systems. Proven commitment to addressing a variety of environmental & public health issues through green building, and an appetite to learn more about the rapidly evolving field

Familiarity with GreenPoint Rated preferred

Compensation

Salary will be based on qualifications and experience. Build It Green offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance; 403(b) retirement plan with partial employer matching; paid holidays and paid annual leave.

To Apply

To apply for this position, electronically submit an application that includes your cover letter, resume, references and salary requirements to Jobs@BuildItGreen.org. Please put Job Code Government Relations Program Manager in the subject line of your email.

Applications will be accepted until April 19th, 2010. Applications will be screened for qualifications and experience, and all required application elements. Not all applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be offered an interview.

Build It Green is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to reflect the diverse community it serves. Applicants who contribute to this diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.

No phone calls please.