Sustainability Outreach Coordinator; Community and Educator II

Position: Sustainability Outreach Coordinator (Community and Employee Educator II)
Location: Sarasota

## Sustainability Outreach Coordinator (Community and Employee Educator II)
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R20911
** Department:
** UF/IFAS Extension and Sustainability
** Start Here. Grow Here. Stay Here.
** UF/IFAS Extension and Sustainability Sarasota County is seeking a passionate and community-minded Sustainability Outreach Coordinator to help advance sustainability initiatives across Sarasota County. In this impactful role, you’ll inspire positive behavior change through education, outreach, and engagement while helping residents and employees make informed choices around energy efficiency, water conservation, climate resilience, and sustainable living.

If you enjoy building partnerships, leading meaningful community programs, and turning ideas into action, this could be the opportunity for you. We’re looking for someone who brings strong communication and project coordination skills, a passion for sustainability, and a desire to make a lasting difference. Qualified candidates with experience in environmental outreach, education, community engagement, or related fields are encouraged to apply.

Starting pay ranges from **$58,947.20 to $62,004.80**, based on experience.
** Apply today!**#
** About the Position
** In this role, you will be responsible for...
** Education, Outreach, and Community Engagement:
*** Plan and lead sustainability classes, workshops, and community events focused on topics such as energy efficiency, water conservation, climate resilience, green building, and sustainable living.
* Develop inclusive outreach strategies that engage diverse audiences, expand program participation, and connect communities with valuable resources.
* Manage and support sustainability initiatives, including the annual Sustainable Communities Workshop and Energy Upgrade program, by coordinating partners, volunteers and community education.
* Support grant-funded projects and help identify new sustainability initiatives that address community needs and advance program goals.
** Communication and Partnership Development:
*** Create engaging educational and marketing materials, including newsletters, emails, social media content, websites, brochures, and other outreach tools.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with community partners, agencies, nonprofits, and businesses to strengthen collaboration and expand sustainability efforts.
* Represent Sarasota County at meetings, public events, and speaking engagements while promoting sustainability programs and success stories.
** Program Analysis and Project Management:
*** Research sustainability trends, best practices, and emerging solutions to support program development and strategic decision-making.
* Track program metrics, analyze data, and prepare reports to measure impact and identify opportunities for improvement.
* Manage projects from planning through completion, including timelines, budgets, deliverables, and stakeholder coordination.

* Note:

Sarasota County employees who work for
** UF/IFAS Extension*
* ** Sarasota County
** may be responsible for the implementation of programs administered by the University of Florida, in compliance with the Memorandum of Understanding between the University of Florida and Sarasota County.*#
** About the Schedule
***
* Work Hours:

*** Full-time, 40 hours per week.
* Flexibility in scheduling is essential, as regular work hours may include weekends, early mornings, and late evenings.
* As a reminder, all county employees are considered essential and must be prepared to protect and support the community and its citizens. Each employee, without exception, will have a duty assignment and be required to work during a disaster or declared emergency.*#
** About You
**** To be considered for this role, you
** must
** have the following:
*** Bachelor’s degree in Sustainability, Environmental Studies, Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, Communications, Education, or a related field
*** and
* ** 3+ years of related experience.
* *** OR:
*** Master’s Degree (
* preferred*) in Sustainability, Environmental Studies, Environmental Science, Environmental Planning,…