Climate Resilience Specialist (Various Locations)

RTI International is seeking a Climate Resilience Specialist in Olympia, WA, to help local communities apply for and manage federal grants for climate change mitigation. The full-time role involves engaging with communities, assessing needs, and implementing resilience strategies over a five-year project. Candidates should have relevant degrees and experience in climate adaptation, with strong communication skills. Benefits include competitive salary, paid time off, and comprehensive insurance.
About the position

The Climate Resilience Specialist role at RTI International focuses on assisting local communities in applying for and managing federal grants aimed at mitigating the impacts of climate change. This full-time position is dedicated to a project lasting five years and requires candidates to engage with various communities across specified regions in the United States.

Responsibilities
• Assist local communities in applying for federal grants related to climate change mitigation.
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• Engage with community members and stakeholders to assess needs and build capacity.
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• Communicate risks and create training materials for community education.
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• Work across different levels of government to implement climate resilience strategies.
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• Gather, process, and interpret scientific data relevant to climate adaptation.

Requirements
• Master's degree in a relevant field and at least 3 years of experience in climate adaptation and resilience, or a Bachelor's degree with 6 years of experience.
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• Experience in climate adaptation and resilience practices.
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• Understanding of challenges faced by underserved communities, including Tribal and rural populations.
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• Experience in hazard mitigation, agriculture, emergency planning, affordable housing, nature-based solutions, land conservation, resilient transportation, or coastal management.
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• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Nice-to-haves
• Experience with statistical and geospatial analysis tools.
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• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.

Benefits
• Competitive base salary
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• Generous paid time off policy
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• Merit-based annual increases
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• Bonus opportunities
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• Robust recognition program
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• Comprehensive insurance plans including health, dental, life, and disability coverage.