Rare job opening - Seattle sustainable communities planner
Looking for a job in Seattle at the forefront of the city’s sustainability push? Do you have lots of experience with sustainable projects? Well, opportunity just came a knockin’.
Lynn Barker, a mover and shaker in green building politics and policies, pictured at left, is leaving her post as sustainable community planner for the city of Seattle’s Department of Planning and Development’s green building team. The grape vine says she’s joining ICLEI. What’s a sustainable community? Check it out here.
Do you want the job? Here are some highlights from Barker’s resume to see what kind of qualifications you should have. In 1995, Barker created a sustainable building program for Sellen Construction Co. In 1996, she co-chaired the U.S. Green Building Council’s committee that helped launch LEED. She served on the USGBC board for six years, and co-founded the Cascadia Region Green Building Council. GOOD LUCK APPLICANTS!
Technically though, you’re required to have a bachelor’s degree in urban planning and design, architecture, engineering, construction management, environmental science, economics or a related field. You also need five years experience in project management, planning and research related to urban planning, urban design, or climate protection and green building. It’s preferable for you to have LEED accreditation.
The job pays between $28.92 and $43.38 per hour. The filing close date is June 3, so get on it! To apply, press here. GOOD LUCK!
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