Are you passionate about sustainability?
Our mission is to empower New Jersey communities to build a better world for future generations with the tools, training and financial incentives necessary to pursue critical sustainability initiatives. As an organization, Sustainable Jersey is in the unique position to be a connecting force between local communities and public, private, and governmental entities. If you share an interest in sustainability issues then the next step in your career may be employment at Sustainable Jersey. At Sustainable Jersey, you will make more than a living, you will make a difference.
The Sustainable Jersey certification programs are managed by the Sustainability Institute at The College of New Jersey. Our vision includes striving to be more equitable, more inclusive and better prepared to the work of advancing sustainability and social justice while supporting municipalities and schools in New Jersey to do the same.
Career Opportunities
South Jersey Community Engagement Manager
Sustainable Jersey seeks a dynamic, organized, and committed individual to serve as our South Jersey Community Engagement Manager. Qualified candidates will be detail-oriented, have strong problem-solving, interpersonal, and communications skills, a passion for our mission, and previous experience with local government or nonprofits, community organizing, or similar.
The South Jersey Community Engagement Manager will serve as a trusted and accessible resource for local governments, schools, and community stakeholders. This individual will help communities navigate and connect with available resources and opportunities (i.e., funding, technical assistance) and build the capacity needed for long-term success within the Sustainable Jersey program. This new role will report to the Assistant Director and work closely with the Senior Operations Department Administrator, subject matter experts, and a passionate and energetic team, contributing to meaningful initiatives that shape sustainability outcomes across New Jersey. This Community Engagement Manager will play an essential role in supporting a strong base of South Jersey municipalities and schools participating in the Sustainable Jersey program to advance critical sustainability goals, while helping to recruit and onboard new communities into the program and strengthen our existing regional hub structure.
Candidates with diverse levels of experience will be considered. Requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates knowledge and understanding of program design and execution, coordination, organization, facilitation, and promotion/outreach. Also requires a minimum of two years of relevant experience in program management or administrative functions that include coordination of work and management of people, effective communication skills, and computer literacy. Requires subject matter expertise and competence in one or more relevant topics such as community engagement, local government, sustainability, or a related field.
Compensation includes a base salary of $55,000-$85,000 and employer contribution towards health insurance and retirement benefits.
Read the full South Jersey Community Engagement Manager job description.