Sustainability Program Specialist

Salary: $26.83 Hourly
Location : Kissimmee, FL
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 02803
Department: OFFICE OF SUSTAINABILITY
Opening Date: 12/31/2025
Closing Date: 1/9/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

General Description of Duties
**Position is a Grant funded position with an expiration date of 8/31/2027**
NOTE TO INTERNAL APPLICANTS: INTERNAL CANDIDATES IN THE SAME CLASSIFICATION AND/OR PAY GRADE AS THE POSITION POSTED WILL NOT RECEIVE A PAY ADJUSTMENT IF SELECTED.
The Sustainability Program Specialist performs professional and moderately complex work in support of the County's sustainability goals and initiatives. Under general supervision, this position collaborates with internal departments, community partners, and the public to design, implement, and evaluate outreach, education, and environmental programs aligned with the Responsible Recycling Osceola initiative and the County's adopted sustainability plans and Board of County Commissioners priorities. This position plays a key role in program development, community engagement, data analysis, reporting, and project execution. Work is performed with considerable independence and requires compliance with all applicable County, State, and Federal codes and regulations.

Essential Job Functions
The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.
The list below is intended to be representative and may not include all tasks:

• Support the development, implementation, and evaluation of sustainability initiatives and campaigns, including grant-funded programs (e.g., glass recycling outreach).
• Engage in community outreach and education efforts by leading workshops, creating promotional materials, coordinating events, and building partnerships with schools, businesses, neighborhood groups, and environmental organizations.
• Work with other County staff to promote public participation through marketing strategies, press releases, social media content, newsletters, and public presentations.
• Build and maintain partnerships with governmental agencies, nonprofits, and other stakeholders to advance sustainability programs.
• Collect, track, and analyze program participation data and report on impacts (e.g., recycling rates, and waste diversion.
• Identify opportunities for program expansion and recommend enhancements to increase community impact.
• Provide administrative and technical support to ensure program compliance with relevant regulations.
• Coordinate with County departments on cross-functional projects.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of program activities and performance metrics.
• Perform other duties as assigned that are logically related to the role and responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Human Services, Education, Communication, Planning, Public Administration, or a related field is required.
Experience: Six (6) months of progressively responsible professional experience in government, business, consulting, nonprofit, and/or academic sectors, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Miscellaneous: Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License. Experience towing a trailer is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation).
• Knowledge of sustainability principles, including climate change, energy and environmental management, waste diversion, social behavior change, and economic development.
• Familiarity with local, state, and federal environmental regulations and sustainability policies.
• Ability to design and implement community education and engagement strategies.
• Competence in project management and coordination with internal and external partners.
• Ability to interpret and analyze data and present findings to diverse audiences.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to operate standard office equipment.
• Ability to use project management and data tracking tools.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Sound judgment and discretion in all aspects of professional responsibilities.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with employees, officials, community partners, and the public.

PHYSICAL DEMAND REQUIREMENTS:

Physical Demand: Sedentary and Active

• 50 pounds maximum lifting.
• Occasional (up to 1/3 of the work time) lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling.
• Some occasional walking or standing may be required.
• Expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken word or perceiving sound by ear.
• Ability to drive a vehicle and tow a trailer.
• Good eyesight for the protection or safety of self and others.

Employee Benefits

Welcome to a workplace that values you. Osceola County offers a comprehensive benefits package to fit your needs and the needs of your family.

Join us in making a difference in our community, knowing we're here to support you every step of the way.

Group Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Medical and Dental Insurance at no cost to the employee. In addition, the County contributes 83.5% to the dependent(s) premium coverage.

Deductions Per Paycheck - HRA Base Plan

Coverage

Employee

Employee + 1

Family

Health-HRA Base

$0.00

$130.46

$202.93

HRA Buy-Up

$37.60

$174.33

$271.19

Dental Base

$0.00

$12.72

$23.42

Dental Buy-Up

$3.35

$19.24

$32.63

Vision

$3.42

$6.84

$9.15

Short-Term Disability

$0.00

N/A

N/A

Long-Term Disability

$0.00

N/A

N/A

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

At no cost to the employee. The County offers Short-Term and Long-Term Disability at 60% of the employee's weekly base salary. The employee has the option to purchase an additional 10% coverage.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

EAP provides confidential counseling and referral services to employees and their family members at no cost.

Employee Wellness Program

Employee Wellness Program promotes a variety of activities to encourage total well-being including physical, emotional, and financial health. Rewards can be earned.

Gym Membership Reimbursement

Gym Membership Reimbursement, up to $20.00 per month.

Basic Life Insurance Policy

At no cost to the employee, equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next thousand dollars. Employees can opt to buy additional Life Insurance.

Employee Health Center

The County provides a private health center for County Employees and eligible dependents. The Employee Health Center offers an array of primary care services, including sick visits, enhanced by x-ray services, pulmonary tests, lab work, and a dispensary offering over 200 generic medications onsite. Services at the Health Center are offered at no cost to the employees and their eligible dependents.

Employees who are enrolled on the County's Medical plan have access to the Employee Health Center on day one of employment. The Health Center is available to patients 8 years of age and older.

Vacation & Sick Leave Accruals

Service Time

Accruals Per Month

1 month - 5 years

8 hours

5 years and 1 month - 10 years

10 hours

10 years and 1 month - 15 years

12 hours

15 years and 1 month - 20 years

13.34 hours

20 years and over

16.66 hours

Sick Leave Accruals

Classification

Accruals Per Month

Full time employees

8 hours

Part time employees

4 hours

Paid Holidays

Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday (to be chosen by the Employee)

• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King Jr. Day
• Memorial Day
• Juneteenth
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Veterans Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Thanksgiving - Day After
• Christmas Eve
• Christmas Day

Administrative Leave

40 hours of Administrative Leave per fiscal year for Exempt employees.

Sick Leave Bank

Available to employees experiencing a catastrophic medical related event, with up to 240 hours per fiscal year. Enrollment required.

Vacation/Sick Leave Buy-Back Program

Eligible employees may sell back up to eighty (80) hours of accrued leave per fiscal year. (This program is subject to availability of funds and may be amended or terminated at any time without notice.)

Paid Bereavement Leave

Up to five (5) working days off.

Tuition Reimbursement

Up to $1,600 per Fiscal Year, for degree seeking employees. Degree must be related to employee's current position.

Membership in the Florida Retirement System

The County is a Florida Retirement System Employer For Fiscal Year 2025, County contribution for Regular Class members is 13.63%, subject to a mandatory 3% employee contribution. Rates and Contributions are set by Florida Legislation.

A 457b Deferred Compensation Program

A 457b Deferred Compensation Program is also available to help employees boost their retirement saving goals, with pre-tax and post-tax contributions, as well as IRA plan options. Employee sponsored.

Employee Recognition Program

We see your hard work, and we celebrate it Through our Employee Appreciation Committee and the "You've Been Caught Doing Good" program, we recognize outstanding performance or accomplishments with prizes including monetary rewards and merchandise.
01

Are you a U.S. Military Veteran?

• Yes
• No

02

Are you electing to claim Veteran's Preference? (If electing to claim Veteran's Preference, be sure to complete the Veteran's Preference Eligibility Form located on the home page of NeoGov.)

• Yes
• No

03

Do you possess a Bachelor's Degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Human Services, Education, Communication, Planning, Public Administration, or a related field? (Education must be demonstrated in the "Education" section of the application.) If so, please list the degree type and major/concentration. If none, list N/A
04

Briefly explain and list your years of professional experience related to government, business, consulting, nonprofit, and/or academic sectors. (Experience must be demonstrated in the "Work Experience" section of the application.) If none, list N/A.
05

Briefly explain and list your years of professional experience building partnerships with local organizations, schools, and businesses. (Experience must be demonstrated in the "Work Experience" section of the application.) If none, list N/A.
06

Do you possess a valid Driver's License? If yes, what state?
Required Question

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