Conservation and Outreach Program Administrator

Conservation and Outreach Program Administrator

Salary

$92,431.19 - $127,597.54 Annually

Location

Bellevue City Hall, 450 110th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA

Job Type

Regular

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

26-00277

Department

Utilities

Division

UT RMCS Comm+Environmental

Opening Date

08/10/2026

Closing Date

8/24/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

NONAFF

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Come Join the City of Bellevue!

Please fill out your application as fully as possible. The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. Read the "Hiring Process" section below to learn more.

New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint, however, we may go slightly higher based on experience, internal equity and market.

Job Summary

Bellevue Utilities has an exciting opportunity for an experienced, creative, and highly motivated team player to oversee several of its award-winning environmental outreach programs for a dynamic, international, and multicultural city. As Conservation and Outreach Program Administrator, you will lead public outreach, education, technical assistance, and innovations to foster conservation and move us toward the Sustainable Bellevue Plan goal of Zero Waste by 2050.

This role is ideal for someone excited to work directly with the community and build partnerships. We'll be looking for your expertise and fresh ideas to inspire Bellevue's residents and businesses.

Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Program Administration

• Administer citywide outreach, education, and technical assistance for waste prevention, recycling/composting, household hazardous waste management, and water efficiency/conservation.
• Align program administration with key values and plans, including the City's Core Values, the City's Diversity Advantage Plan, the City's Sustainable Bellevue Plan, Utilities Strategic Plan, and Utilities Public Engagement Strategy.
• Manage projects and pilots to improve public participation; oversee schedule, resources, participation, and analysis; recommend and make improvements based on evaluation.
• Collaborate with Solid Waste Program Manager and solid waste collection contractor to deliver citywide waste reduction, recycling, and composting programs to residents and businesses.
• Provide staff briefings and information to departmental leadership, the Environmental Services Commission, and the City Council.

Community Outreach

• Equitably connect community to program resources, tools, and benefits.
• Design and implement outreach approaches to reach an audience of 150,000 residents, 1,800 commercial properties, and 20,000 students, using community-based social marketing tactics.
• Oversee design, development, and distribution of educational and marketing materials (such as guides, posters, decals, videos, prompts, social media and website content, and promotional items).
• Create, develop, and coordinate educational workshops and events; recruit and oversee participants.
• Oversee inventory and storage of outreach program supplies.

Administration of Contracts, Budgets, and Grants

• Administer finances for an approximately $500,000 annual budget (grants and city funds) for outreach and education programs.
• Administer grants (e.g., Local Solid Waste Fund Assistance Grant, Local Hazardous Waste Management Program Grant, Waste Reduction and Recycling Grant) through scope development, applications, approvals, coordination, reporting, and reimbursement.
• Procure, develop, negotiate, and manage contracts with vendors, other City departments, other jurisdictions and partners to ensure compliance with specifications and budget; process vendor invoices, monitor vendor budgets, and review vendor reports to ensure performance meets expectations.
• Collaborate with Solid Waste Program Manager to ensure accurate and timely preparation of budget and grant documents with the City Utilities' Fiscal Team and the Finance Department staff.

Partnership Building

• Establish and maintain relationships with community groups, neighborhoods, businesses, and property managers.
• Coordinate local efforts with regional programs and organizations; ensure community members fully benefit from regional programs.
• Serve on regional committees and teams focused on solid waste initiatives and related conservation topics.
• Maintain a strong partnership with Bellevue Public Schools.
• Collaborate on educational approach and enhancements for water efficiency and conservation programming, including Utilities Waterwise Garden.
• Collaborate with City's Stream Team Coordinator, Resource Conservation Manager, and Sustainable Bellevue Plan staff.

Supervision Received and Exercised

• Reports to Solid Waste Program Manager.
• Works under general supervision.
• Position requires the ability to exercise influence with positions and people where no formal supervisory relationship exists.
• Supports recruitment, task assignments, and professional development of part-time support staff; may formally supervise part-time staff and/or volunteers.

Qualifications

Experience

• Experience designing and conducting public outreach programs; experience in the public sector and solid waste industry preferred.
• Experience working with diverse audiences and community sectors.
• Experience managing contracts, overseeing grants, troubleshooting concerns from the community, and assisting with budgetary and analytical duties.
• Experience creating agenda memorandum, briefings, educational materials, surveys, and promotional materials.
• Experience delivering successful community-based social marketing projects to effect lasting behavior change preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to connect and inspire people to drive effective teamwork, communication, collaboration, and commitment across multiple groups with competing priorities.
• Cultural competence and the ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.
• Ability to express technical information in a non-technical manner.
• Excellent public speaking/presentation skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to proficiently use office software, including word processing and presentation tools (preferably Word and PowerPoint); spreadsheets to track budgets and projects (preferably Excel); and remote work tools (such as Teams).
• Knowledge of effective contract and budget administration.
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret Federal, State, and local laws and regulations.
• Ability to conduct complex administrative tasks, studies, and analyses.

Education and Other Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree, preferably in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Studies, Communications, Business or Public Administration, or related field.
• At least three (3) years of full-time professional experience conducting public outreach programs; experience in the public sector and solid waste industry preferred.
• Must pass a criminal background check.

Supplemental Information

FLEXIBLE/HYBRID WORKING

A hybrid work schedule is available for this position after an orientation period. Full-time remote work is not an available option. Once hired, employees must reside in the State of Washington and within reasonable commuting distance to Bellevue City Hall.

HIRING PROCESS

The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. To evaluate all candidates fairly and equitably, the City will make all applicants anonymous when we are screening the applications. We will redact information from our application such as your name, address, and other demographics. To help us, please complete the online application form as fully as possible.

• Answer the Supplemental Questions when requested which can be found on the Questions tab of the Job posting.
• We do not accept resumes and cover letters during the anonymous application screening stage, unless otherwise stated in the job description.
• Applicants advancing to the next stage may be required to provide a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and references.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• All candidates will be required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of hire. The City is not able to sponsor work visas.
• All positions require the completion of references checks, including at least one prior supervisor.
• Some positions may require completion of a criminal background check prior to start employment
• Some positions may require obtaining a commercial drivers license (CDL), licensures, or additional certifications.

At the City of Bellevue, youll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service, upholding the public interest and advancing the community vision. The six essential and enduring principles that guide our individual actions, our interactions, and our decision making in the City of Bellevue organization is: Exceptional Public Service, Stewardship, Commitment to Employees, Integrity, Innovation, and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. Youll work in an environment that is innovative, collaborative, future focused, and committed to excellence. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. Its what makes the City of Bellevue an exciting place to work, live, and explore.

Have we piqued your interest yet? Come join our team! The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office, at 425-452-6838 or recruiting@bellevuewa.gov. If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations, please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.

The City of Bellevue participates in the E-Verify program. Learn more about the E-Verify program.

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For any technical difficulties with your application, please contact the NEOGOV support line at 855-524-5627.

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The City of Bellevue offers employees a comprehensive benefits package providing choice, flexibility, and value!

Please Note: Seasonal, part-time, and variable employees are not eligible for the below benefits except for mandatory participation in the retirement plan assigned to the position, which will be the Municipal Employees Benefit Trust (MEBT 2) retirement plan or the Washington State Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) retirement plan and any other benefits as required by law.

The following summary applies to fully benefited positions:

Medical

Employees are offered a choice of medical coverage through the Citys self-insured Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plan or Kaiser Permanente (HMO).

Dental

Employees are offered a choice of two dental carriers with plans that offer regular checkups, x-rays, fillings, and crowns. Orthodontia is available through one of the carriers.

Vision

Employees are offered a choice of vision coverage through an annual exam-only plan or a buy-up plan which includes an annual eye exam and hardware coverage.

Retirement Plans - Employees are offered three retirement plans:

• Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS): Mandatory participation (PERS, LEOFF or PSERS), depending upon eligibility.
• City of Bellevue Municipal Employees Benefit Trust (MEBT): Optional participation in this 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match contributions that vest on a 3-year schedule.
• Deferred Compensation Program (457 DCP): Optional participation in the supplemental Deferred Compensation Program also administered by DRS that allows tax-deferred savings into a variety of investments options.

Other benefits include:

More detailed information about our employee benefits is available at https://c2mb.ajg.com/cityofbellevue

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Long Term Disability (LTD)
• Survivor Income
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 11 observed holidays per year plus 2 additional personal holidays, vacation (standard accrual of 12 days a year), and sick leave (accumulated at the rate of one day per month)
• An ORCA Card bus pass
• On-site fitness center, and self service food/coffee options
• Career development and training programs
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

Paydays - The City of Bellevue pays employees on the 8th and the 23rd of each month (24 pay periods per year).

Please note: The City of Bellevue does not participate in the Social Security Administration (SSA) program and employees do not earn social security credits. The mandatory DRS retirement pension plan provides the required social security replacement plan.

NOTE: This is a brief summary of the benefit programs for the Citys non-represented employees. Every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. Benefits for employees represented by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) may have different benefits. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a CBA, the CBA prevails. Also, in the event of any incorrect information in this document, applicable laws, policies, rules, CBAs, or official plan documents will prevail.

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Your responses in this section will be used to review your application and determine your eligibility for this position. The experience listed here MUST match the employment history provided in your application. If your answers do not align, please go back and update your application before submitting, as any discrepancies may result in removal from consideration. Please note, it is not acceptable to use "See Resume" or "See Above". We do not accept resumes as a substitute for a completed application. Do you understand and agree to these requirements?

• I confirm that the information provided here is consistent with my application.
• I do not agree with the statements above.

02

Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Studies, Communications, Public or Business Administration or a related field?

• High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
• Associate degree
• Bachelors degree
• Masters Degree or above

03

How many years of prior related professional experience in conducting public outreach programs do you have?

• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1-3 years of experience
• 3-5 years of experience
• 5+ years of experience

04

Pease briefly describe your experience in no more than 150 words. (Please be mindful that artificial intelligence tools, when used to assist in drafting responses, can produce similar language across the many applications submitted. Responses are more effective if they clearly reflect personal experience, specific examples, and individual voice.)

05

Do you have experience working with a variety of audiences and community sectors?

• Yes
• No

06

If yes, please briefly describe your experience in no more than 150 words. (Please be mindful that artificial intelligence tools, when used to assist in drafting responses, can produce similar language across the many applications submitted. Responses are more effective if they clearly reflect personal experience, specific examples, and individual voice.)

07

Do you have experience managing contracts and/or grants?

• Yes
• No

08

If yes, please briefly describe your experience in no more than 150 words. (Please be mindful that artificial intelligence tools, when used to assist in drafting responses, can produce similar language across the many applications submitted. Responses are more effective if they clearly reflect personal experience, specific examples, and individual voice.)

09

The City of Bellevue is a hybrid workplace. This is a Washington State job, and candidates must reside within a reasonable distance of City Hall and be onsite in Bellevue at least 2 day(s) per week.

• Yes, I am interested in hybrid schedule and available to be onsite 2 or more days per week.
• No, I am interested in fully remote position.

Required Question

Employer City of Bellevue

Address PO Box 90012

Bellevue, Washington, 98009

Website http://www.bellevuewa.gov/