Sustainability Communications Manager

Sustainability Communications Manager

Salary

$82,777.50 - $139,288.50 Annually

Location

Prince William County, VA

Job Type

Full-Time (FT)

Job Number

202610773

Department

EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT

Opening Date

08/25/2026

Closing Date

9/21/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

GRADE

C51

Hiring Salary

$95,000.00 - $111,000.00 Annually

• Description
• Benefits
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Introduction

Prince William County will hire its first-ever Sustainability Communications and Engagement Manager within the Office of Sustainability. The Sustainability Communications and Outreach Manager will serve as the bridge between technical expertise and public understanding. This position will develop strategic communications, educational campaigns, and engagement initiatives that increase awareness of environmental sustainability programs, encourage community participation, and help employees, residents, businesses, and decision-makers understand how sustainability initiatives improve quality of life in Prince William County.

About This Role:

This full-time position will support the implementation of the County's Community Energy and Sustainability Master Plan (CESMP) to meet the county's Climate Mitigation and Resiliency goals and Strategic Plan goals. The Sustainability Communications and Outreach Manager will be responsible for developing public communications and outreach materials focused on renewable energy, energy conservation, natural resource protection, and related topics. This will include developing campaigns about available incentives and programs for our residents and businesses to engage with that contribute to the achievement of the Climate Mitigation and Resiliency goals and Strategic Plan goals.

This position will also support the development of reports to keep the community informed about the county's progress toward the Climate Mitigation and Resiliency goals and the implementation of the Strategic Plan, including the county's Environmental Sustainability Annual Report.

Work will be conducted under the direct supervision of the Office of Sustainability Director.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 7 years of professional experience developing, facilitating, and delivering strategic engagement plans and communication programs that support programmatic initiatives and activities, including the development of reports, office publications, and outreach materials for internal and public audiences.

Preferences:

The ideal candidate is a strategic communicator with experience developing and implementing public outreach and engagement initiatives that educate, inform, and inspire action. They can translate complex technical information into clear, accessible messaging for a variety of audiences and are comfortable working with subject matter experts to tell compelling stories.

The ideal candidates should demonstrate the following qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Communications, Marketing, Environmental Sustainability, or a related area.
• Translating technical, scientific, or policy-related information into content that is easily understood by residents, employees, elected officials, and other stakeholders.
• Developing and executing strategic communications and outreach plans that support organizational goals.
• Creating clear, engaging content across multiple channels, including websites, newsletters, social media, presentations, reports, and other digital and print publications.
• Planning and implementing public engagement campaigns that build awareness, encourage participation, and strengthen community partnerships.
• Writing and editing a wide variety of communications products, including annual reports, media releases, feature stories, educational materials, presentations, and executive communications.
• Collaborating with communications professionals, technical staff, and organizational leadership to ensure consistent messaging and effective public engagement.
• Building relationships with community organizations, businesses, industry partners, and other stakeholders to advance strategic initiatives.
• Tracking legislative or policy developments, summarizing impacts, and preparing communications or briefing materials for leadership.
• Managing multiple communications projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Using analytics and audience feedback to evaluate communications efforts and improve future outreach strategies.
• Pursuing and securing funds or other resources to support the implementation of strategic plans.

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 9 am to 5 pm, 37.5 hours weekly. May have to attend meetings or events outside of the set work hours a few times a quarter. This position would allow for telework two days a week, dependent upon business needs.

Hiring Salary Range: $95,000.00 - $111,000.00 Annually

We also offer great benefits, including:

• Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
• 401a and 457 retirement savings and investment plans
• Paid Annual Leave
• Paid Personal Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Optional Group Medical and Dental Health Plans
• Optional Group Life Insurance
• An Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Development Opportunities

Full-time positions with Prince William County Government qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Click here for PSLF for additional information.

NOTE: The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibility; specific position assignments will vary depending on the departments business needs. To view the class description in its entirety, click here.

Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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Prince William County Government offers medical plans with corresponding pharmacy and basic vision coverage, as well as dental plans and a separate vision plan.

Full-time and part-time Prince William County Government employees are eligible to participate in our plans; however, the level and cost of benefits depends on the classification of the position.

The following positions do not accrue leave and are not eligible for holidays or other fringe benefits:

• Temporary
• Provisional
• Seasonal employees

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Prince William County Benefit Programs

01

By submitting this application, I understand the following: 1) Only the information provided on my application is used to determine my qualifications; 2) My resume will not substitute for the education, work experience, and required fields on the Prince William County application; 3) Only responses to Supplemental Questions that can be verified in my submitted education and work experience will be credited and 4) If selected, my employment dates will be verified for the past three (3) years (if applicable), with a required reference from my current or most recent employer.

• Yes, I acknowledge and understand the above statement and wish to continue in this process.
• No, I do not wish to proceed any further in this process.

02

Select your highest completed level of education.

• Bachelors degree or higher in Communications, Marketing, Environmental Sustainability, or a related area.
• Bachelors degree or higher in a non-related field.
• Associate degree
• High school diploma or GED
• None of the above

03

Quantify your years of professional experience developing, facilitating, and delivering strategic engagement plans and communication programs that support programmatic initiatives and activities, including the development of reports, office publications, and outreach materials for internal and public audiences. (Make sure this experience is detailed in your application.)

• 7 years or more
• 4-6 years
• 1-3 years
• No experience

04

Please quantify your experience translating technical, scientific or policy-related information into content that is easily understood by residents, employees, elected officials and other stakeholders

• 8 - 10 years
• 7 years
• Less than 7 years
• No experience

05

Please quantify your years of professional experience developing and executing strategic communications and outreach plans that support organizational goals.

• 8 - 10 years
• 7 years
• Less than 7 years
• No experience

06

Please quantify your experience in creating clear, engaging content across multiple channels, including websites, newsletters, social media, presentations, reports and other digital and print publications.

• 5 - 7 years
• 2 - 4 years
• Less than 2 years
• No experience

07

Please quantify your experience with developing communications using data that involves multiple agencies or organizations.

• 8 or more years
• 5 - 7 years
• 2 - 4 years
• Less than 2 years
• No experience

08

Please quantify your experience with pursuing and securing funds or other resources to support the implementation of strategic plans.

• 8 or more years
• 5 - 7 years
• 2 - 4 years
• Less than 2 years
• No experience

09

Please quantify your experience with community engagement around environmental sustainability.

• 5 - 7 years
• 2 - 4 years
• Less than 2 years
• No experience

10

Please indicate your previous work environment(s) below. (Select all that apply)

• Local Government
• State Government
• Federal Government
• Private Industry
• None of the above

Required Question

Employer Prince William County Government

Address 1 County Complex Court

Prince William County, Virginia, 22192

Website https://www.pwcva.gov/department/human-resources/careers