The Environmental Services Department seeks an experienced project manager with a proven track record in waste reduction, recycling, and composting to join a dynamic team of sustainability practitioners within the Sustainability Services Area. The role requires a commitment to environmental stewardship, resilience, and Zero Waste strategies pragmatically delivered as part of the Service Area’s integrated purpose to create and transform human-centered systems, support basic needs, create meaningful value, and progress toward a thriving and engaged community. 

With particular emphasis on implementing Zero Waste strategy and supporting municipal sustainability and adaptation initiatives, this Environmental Sustainability Lead Specialist position is expected to lead interdepartmental and cross-functional teams to support policy development and strategy to advance City Council’s adopted goals and priorities. Additionally, this position manages sustainability planning, implementation projects, and reporting processes by fostering collaboration across the City organization and engaging with the Fort Collins community.  

The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional written and verbal communication skills to effectively facilitate community and staff engagement and must be able to simplify technical information for diverse audiences. Extensive experience with data management and processing, including data assessment, analysis, interpretation, and storytelling to inform decision-making is preferred. 

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