Salary : $115,069.00 - $156,783.00 Annually Location : Both Liberal Arts Campus & Pacific Coast Campus, CA Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 25-026 Department: Workforce Development Opening Date: 10/29/2024 Closing Date: 11/19/2024 5:00 PM Pacific DescriptionProject Director, Climate ResiliencyOPEN RECRUITMENT 6-MONTH ELIGIBILITY LIST$115,069.00 - $156,783.00 Annually CURRENT VACANCY: 100%, 12 MONTHS Grant-funded positions are time-limited and contingent upon sufficient funding.NOAA until September 30, 2028 *Proof of required documents, such as degree or transcripts, must be uploaded to the online application at the time of filing. Applications that fail to include all necessary documents will be considered incomplete and will be rejected. * For experience and/or education substitutions, you must attach a statement clearly outlining how your additional experience and/or education covers the minimum requirements and qualifies you to perform the duties of the classification. A limited number of candidates who best meet the needs of the District will be invited to continue in the examination process. It is important that your responses are clear and concise. Responses that are incomplete or unclear will not receive credit. The Work Experience you list on the application must also include all recent and relevant experience (including volunteer or unpaid work if the duties/responsibilities directly relate to the job you are seeking) in order for your application and supplemental application to be considered. Successful candidates who pass all parts of the examination process will be placed on the eligibility list in order of their relative merit as determined by these competitive examinations. The Workforce Development department of the Long Beach Community College District is seeking highly-qualified individuals to be our Program Director, Climate Resiliency Programs, is responsible for the administration and implementation grant initiative programs to identify workforce needs and gaps, and facilitate the implementation of skills training and job placement programs. The incumbent provides administrative and grant management and coordination on program activities. Assignments are broad in scope and allow for a high degree of administrative discretion in their execution. The Program Director, Climate Resiliency Programs is distinguished from other professional District classes in that an incumbent in the former class is responsible for managing and administering District-wide clean energy training programs and services. The successful candidate will need to:
- be adaptable and flexible
- be a creative problem solver
- exhibit exceptional customer service skills, business communication, project management, and organizational skills
- have the ability to build rapport with internal and external stakeholders across the District and lead a diverse team
AT-A-GLANCE POSITION INFORMATION
- Type of position: Full time (40 hours/week)
- Position Status: Permanent
- Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30- 5pm, some evenings and weekends required
- Location: Will support both campuses, but could be located at either the Liberal Arts Campus (LAC) or Trades, Technology, and Community Learning Campus (TTC)
- Salary: Range 10,$115,069.00 - $156,783.00 Annually
- Eligibility list: Will be valid for 6 months once approved or ratified by the Personnel Commission. We reserve the right to use the established eligibility list for vacancies (permanent and temporary) in this classification as well as related classifications.
- Advanced salary placement: Generally, new employees start at the first step on the salary schedule. Advanced salary placement may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
- Benefits: The District provides an excellent and comprehensive benefits package. Please refer to the Benefits tab for more details.
For further information on the position or application process, please contact (562) ###-####. ABOUT LONG BEACH CITY COLLEGE: Long Beach City College is committed to providing equitable student learning and achievement, by delivering high quality educational programs and support services to our diverse communities. Long Beach City College currently has the privilege of serving approximately 34,798 students, the majority of whom are students of color. Long Beach City College is a Hispanic serving institution, and of our student population 53% are Hispanic/Latinx, 14% are White, 13% are African American, 11% are Asian & Filipino, 8% are multi-ethnic, and 1% are Pacific Islanders. An ideal candidate will demonstrate cultural competency in serving the diverse academic, socioeconomic, gender identity, sexual orientation, racial, and cultural backgrounds of community college student populations, including students with differing abilities. For more information on our college demographics please click here: Long Beach City College is committed to empowering our students to become active, ethical participants in their learning, as well as in the democratic structures that give them voice and agency in shaping their society and world. In an environment that is caring, supportive, and inclusive, LBCC promotes equitable learning and educational achievement by delivering innovative, high-quality degree programs, certificate programs, holistic support services, and leading-edge workforce preparation for our diverse communities. Please check out the LBCC mission and values and other strategic initiatives below to learn more.
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DutiesGENERAL PURPOSE Under the direction of the Director, Workforce Development or assigned administrator, the Project Director, Climate Resiliency Programs administers and implements activity related to specific workforce development grants and special projects associated with climate resiliency and clean energy, and performs related duties as assigned. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS The Program Director, Climate Resiliency Programs, is responsible for the administration and implementation grant initiative programs to identify workforce needs and gaps, and facilitate the implementation of skills training and job placement programs. The incumbent provides administrative and grant management and coordination on program activities. Assignments are broad in scope and allow for a high degree of administrative discretion in their execution. The Program Director, Climate Resiliency Programs is distinguished from other professional District classes in that an incumbent in the former class is responsible for managing and administering District-wide clean energy training programs and services. For the full position description, please click here: QualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION:Education, Training and Experience: Bachelor's degree in sustainability, environmental science, public policy, urban planning, or a related field, and five (5) years of experience in project management in the climate sector with one (1) of those years serving in a supervisor or lead capacity; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Master's degree preferred. Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements: A valid California driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the District's vehicle insurance policy. Meeting the minimum requirements of the position does not guarantee advancement in the selection process. Candidate qualifications will be assessed to determine those who meet and exceed requirements and are deemed most competitive amongst the applicant pool to proceed. Additional InformationAPPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS: To be considered a candidate for this position, all materials required should be received by the Long Beach City College Office of Human Resources by the closing date. Incomplete or late applications will be disqualified from further consideration. Qualified candidates will be notified in writing if they are moving forward in the selection process. Application Process:
- Submit a completed online application through NEOGOV that reflects how and why you are a highly qualified applicant. All portions of the application must be entirely filled out to be considered for this position. A limited number of candidates who best meet the needs of the District will be invited to continue in the examination process. It is important that your responses are clear and concise. Responses that are incomplete or unclear will not receive credit. The Work Experience you list on the application must also include all recent and relevant experience (including volunteer or unpaid work if the duties/responsibilities directly related to the job you are seeking) in order for your application and supplemental application to be considered. Successful candidates who pass all parts of the examination process will be placed on the eligibility list in order of their relative merit as determined by these competitive examinations.
- If the position requires a college degree, transcripts or copy of a diploma, the required document must be attached at the time of application. Unofficial transcripts are accepted during this phase. For experience and/or education substitutions, please make sure to attach a statement clearly outlining how your additional experience and/or education covers the minimum requirements and qualifies you to be considered for this position.
- If you participate in and fail any examination segment, you must wait a period of 90 days (~3 months) to test again for the same classification.
- During the recruitment process, LBCCD uses e-mail to contact or notify all applicants with important information. We encourage applicants to check their email account frequently. Please add @lbcc.edu and @governmentjobs.com to your Safe Senders List and/or Address Book to reduce the chance of messages from the Personnel Commission being delivered to Spam or Junk Mail. Questions? Please call (562) ###-####.
Selection Process: The following examination segments are pass/fail and may be utilized during the selection process:
- screening of the applicant's training, background, and experience
- scored evaluation of responses on a supplemental application/ subject matter expert (SME) review. *** Please answer each question thoroughly as they will be read and scored by SMEs***
- in-person or online:
- written examination(s)
- qualifications appraisal oral examination
- performance examination
- technical oral examination (the above will be scored on a job-related basis)
**Please note that this schedule is tentative and subject to change**Supplemental Application Scoring: The week of November 18th Qualifications Appraisal Interview (may be via Zoom or in-person): The week of December 9thFinal interview (in-person only): The week of December 16th Test parts are determined by the size and competitiveness of the candidate pool. A limited number of candidates who best meet the needs of the District will be invited to continue in the examination process. It is important that your responses are clear and concise. Responses that are incomplete or unclear will not receive credit. The Work Experience you list on the application must also include all recent and relevant experience (including volunteer or unpaid work if the duties/responsibilities directly related to the job you are seeking) in order for your application and supplemental application to be considered. Successful candidates who pass all parts of the examination process will be placed on the eligibility list in order of their relative merit as determined by these competitive examinations. *** PLEASE NOTE: The District reserves the right to utilize a flexible pass point (cut-off score) on any test part to meet the staffing needs as determined by the District. Applicants that most closely meet the needs of the District will proceed with the recruitment process. *** DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS Individuals who require reasonable accommodations in the Application or Examination Process in accordance with ADA should notify the Human Resources Office at least 5 (five) days prior to the closing date, by calling (562) ###-#### or emailing . THE LONG BEACH COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The Long Beach Community College District is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and equity-minded hiring practices. It is the District's policy to ensure that all qualified applicants for employment and employees have full and equal access to employment opportunities and are not subject to discrimination in any program or activity of the District on the basis of ethnic group identification, language, accent, citizenship status, race, color, ancestry, national origin, age (40 and over), sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, marital status, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability or medical condition, genetic information, or on the basis of these perceived characteristics. Transfer Requests for current LBCC Employees: District employees may request to transfer by completing the Transfer Request Form. (Download PDF reader) Ancestral Land Acknowledgement Long Beach City College acknowledges our presence on the traditional ancestral land of the Gabrielino/Tongva peoples. This land remains unceded territory. We acknowledge the painful history of genocide and forced removal from this territory. Long Beach City College honors and respects the Gabrielino/Tongva ancestors and their connection to this land. Permanent Management Team Members receive the following benefits: The district contributes to medical, dental, vision insurance, and Employee Assistance Program for the employee and eligible dependents, and life insurance for the employee. Benefits also include 21 vacation days and 5 management leave days. For more details on the Management Team's health & welfare benefits , please refer to the Management Handbook link below on pages 11-15. 01 Please initial below that you understand and acknowledge that Grant-Funded positions are time-limited and contingent upon sufficient funding. This position is grant-funded by NOAA until September 30, 2028.
02 Please initial below that you understand and acknowledge that while performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to travel and to work evenings and/or weekends.
03 Individuals who require reasonable accommodations in the Application or Examination Process in accordance with ADA should notify the Human Resources Office at least 5 (five) days prior to the closing date, by calling (562) ###-####. Do you need reasonable accommodations?
04 This position requires you to live and be a California resident. If you currently live outside of California, if offered the position, are you willing to relocate?
- Yes
- No
- I am a California resident
05 Please initial below that you understand and acknowledge the following:During the recruitment process, LBCCD uses e-mail to contact or notify all applicants with important information. We encourage applicants to check their email account frequently. Please add @lbcc.edu and @governmentjobs.com to your Safe Senders List and/or Address Book to reduce the chance of messages from the Personnel Commission being delivered to Spam or Junk Mail. 06 Please initial below that you understand and acknowledge the following:Completion of the following supplemental questions is required of all applicants. This is considered a test component in the examination process. An evaluation of candidates' responses will be made by a screening panel following the application deadline. A limited number of candidates who best meet the needs of the District will be invited to continue in the examination process. It is important that your responses are clear and concise. Responses that are incomplete or unclear will not receive credit. Your Work Experience in the application must also include all your recent and relevant experience (including volunteer or unpaid work if the duties/responsibilities directly relate to the job you are seeking) in order for your application and supplemental to be considered. For those questions to which you have no response, please indicate no response . DO NOT refer the reader to your resume. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of completion of the required application or supplemental materials. 07 Please initial below that you understand and acknowledge the following: I am required to list all qualifying work history on my application and attach supporting documents, including licenses and proof of diploma or transcripts in order to have a complete application on file. If I do not submit all required documentation, by the closing date of the recruitment, I understand my application will be rejected as incomplete. 08 If you do NOT meet the minimum qualifications as stated and would like consideration based on a combination of education and experience, you are required to attach a equivalency statement that describes how the combination of your education and experience qualify you for this position.
- I meet the minimum qualifications and attached all the required documents
- Yes, I attached my statement for consideration, in addition to the required documents
- No, I did not attach my statement, which would prevent me from being considered for the position
09 What is your highest level of education received?
- HS/GED
- Associate's degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate Degree
10 What specific discipline/major is your degree in?
- sustainability
- environmental science
- public policy
- urban planning
- none of the above
11 If you selected none of the above for Question 10, please indicate your major of study. Please type N/A in this field if you selected one of the options in Question 10. 12 How many years of progressively responsible experience in project management in the climate sector do you have?
- None
- 1 - 2 years
- 3 - 4 years
- 5 - 6 years
- 7 - 8 years
- 9+ years
13 How many years in a supervisor or lead capacity do you have?
- None
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year
- 2 years
- 3+ years
14 *** Please answer each question thoroughly as they will be read and scored by SMEs*** Note, please limit your response to no more than 1/2 page. Text beyond 1/2 page will not be considered.What motivated you to pursue a career in climate resilience and sustainability, particularly in the context of higher education? 15 *** Please answer each question thoroughly as they will be read and scored by SMEs*** Note, please limit your response to no more than 1/2 page. Text beyond 1/2 page will not be considered.What is your experience in aligning climate resilience initiatives with workforce development programs? Required Question