Director of Innovation and Climate Action

6 days ago


Newport News, Virginia, United States InsideHigherEd Full time
Job Title: Director of Innovation and Climate Action

The Bloomberg Center for Public Innovation at Johns Hopkins University seeks a highly skilled Director to lead the Newport News Innovation Team (i-team). The i-team is focused on building prosperous futures through climate action and advancing racial wealth equity.

The Director will work closely with the Mayor, the City's leadership team, and departmental staff to ensure the i-team is delivering impactful solutions. The Director is an employee of Johns Hopkins University and based in Newport News City Hall.

The Center aims to advance the field of public sector innovation by marrying cutting-edge practice with world-class research. The Director must be willing to think about reimagined government, knowledge, and engagement models through the lens of dismantling legacies of structural, entrenched racism and oppression.

Responsibilities:
  • Lead the i-team in building prosperous futures through climate action and advancing racial wealth equity
  • Work closely with the Mayor, the City's leadership team, and departmental staff to deliver impactful solutions
  • Develop and implement innovative strategies to address complex problems in the city
  • Collaborate with external experts, community organizations, and residents to ensure the i-team is meeting the needs of the community
Requirements:
  • Master's degree in a relevant field, such as public policy, urban planning, or business administration
  • 5+ years of experience in a leadership role, preferably in a government or non-profit setting
  • Proven track record of delivering innovative solutions to complex problems
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills

Please note that our employment offer is contingent upon the successful completion of our pre-employment process, including criminal background, education, employment, and reference checks. We are committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice.



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