Communities Unlimited, Inc.

The Community Environmental Management Consultant provides onsite technical assistance and training to rural community environmental management systems with water or waste disposal problems and needs in the areas of project planning, financing, utility management and administration. Communities Unlimited is one of six regional non-profit organizations that are partners in the national Rural Community Assistance Partnership (RCAP) through which these services are available in all U.S.A. and territories. CU offers a range of benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a Health Savings Account with annual employer contributions, Flexible Spending Accounts, company-paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance. An Employer 401k Match, paid holiday, vacation and sick time. Currently seeking to hire a candidate in the Nacogdoches area. Education/Certification Requirements Option A: Bachelor's degree in environmental sciences, social sciences, management, public administration or related field preferred and 1 year experience. OR Option B: Current Water or Wastewater Operator Certification and a minimum of 5 years of experience in operating and/or managing community environmental management systems. Must maintain a valid driver's license, have reliable transportation, an acceptable driving record, and at least the state minimum personal liability auto insurance coverage. Must be authorized to work in the USA. Experience/Skills Requirements Effectively communicate in both written and verbal formats. Deliver results in an environment with a high degree of self-directed time management and project management. Understand basic financial statements, operational and capital improvement project budgeting. Deliver high degree of accuracy with attention to detail in work products Summary of Essential Job Duties Provide onsite technical assistance services to approximately 15-20 small communities and/or existing small water/wastewater facilities serving rural areas, to address public water supply and wastewater disposal problems in the state. Prepare and submit clear and cogent, written project narrative reports, accurately detailing technical assistance activities provided to each project community. Project reporting must be in accordance with formats and instructions provided for the CU Environmental Program and the Rural Community Assistance Partnership, and reports must be prepared and submitted in a timely manner. Research, develop, and submit to local community or utility decision-makers: written reports, recommendations, feasibility studies, rate analyses etc., as necessary, to enable local communities and/or utilities to make informed decisions necessary to resolve local problems and alleviate local needs. Establish and maintain complete community project files, including but not limited to a written log of all project related activities, correspondence, reports, and working papers. Organize and conduct small group meetings in project communities to assist local decision-makers on matters affecting facility development of water/wastewater facilities and/or developing solutions to existing water/waste disposal problems. Partner with Project Manager of Training to facilitate community trainings. The employee shall work well under pressure, meeting multiple and sometimes competing deadlines. The employee shall at all times demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues and supervisors. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with federal, state and local officials involved with the regulation and financing of public water/waste disposal facilities and services. Establish and maintain regular communications and work relationships, with appropriate agencies, institutions, individuals, or offices within the state in order to: (a) maintain, improve and/or expand services & scope of the Communities Unlimited Environmental program; and/or (b): improve the ability of all small, rural communities in the state to provide safe, affordable, water and waste disposal services to their residents. Maintain working knowledge of and comply with corporate policies, procedure, supervisor direction and contractual compliance requirements. Maintain the highest level of confidentiality and security with all information, understanding your obligations in regard to client data, community environmental system data, borrower data, payroll data, HR data, medical information, workman's compensation data, IT data, computer passwords, email account passwords, phone lock codes, etc. Accurate and timely submission of time and expenses in compliance with CU policy and supervisor direction, understanding this record in a critical part of CU's compliance with grants and contracts. Comply with corporate branding and communication requirements and support corporate communication processes by submitting client stories, securing releases for use of client quotes/images; media capture (photos, videos, etc.) and collaborating with communications staff to promote events, loan closings, community projects and milestones and client businesses. Attend CU staff meetings. Represent CU at/facilitate other meetings and events as needed. Special projects and other duties may be assigned by the supervisor or program director. Tools Used in Job Proficient use of a computer, internet, smart phone (texting, email, photos, videos, social media, and calls), web-based databases for data-entry, Microsoft Office suite including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint are required. The use of additional software for project-related activities may be required, and training will be provided. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described above are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. EOE Compensation details: 0 Yearly Salary PI5a4f79bd0fc3-2036

The Community Environmental Management Consultant provides onsite technical assistance and training to rural community environmental management systems with water or waste disposal problems and needs in the areas of project planning, financing, utility management and administration. Communities Unlimited is one of six regional non-profit organizations that are partners in the national Rural Community Assistance Partnership (RCAP) through which these services are available in all U.S.A. and territories. CU offers a range of benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a Health Savings Account with annual employer contributions, Flexible Spending Accounts, company-paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance. An Employer 401k Match, paid holiday, vacation and sick time. Currently seeking to hire a candidate in the San Antonio area. Education/Certification Requirements Option A: Bachelor's degree in environmental sciences, social sciences, management, public administration or related field preferred and 1 year experience. OR Option B: Current Water or Wastewater Operator Certification and a minimum of 5 years of experience in operating and/or managing community environmental management systems. Must maintain a valid driver's license, have reliable transportation, an acceptable driving record, and at least the state minimum personal liability auto insurance coverage. Must be authorized to work in the USA. Experience/Skills Requirements Effectively communicate in both written and verbal formats. Deliver results in an environment with a high degree of self-directed time management and project management. Understand basic financial statements, operational and capital improvement project budgeting. Deliver high degree of accuracy with attention to detail in work products Summary of Essential Job Duties Provide onsite technical assistance services to approximately 15-20 small communities and/or existing small water/wastewater facilities serving rural areas, to address public water supply and wastewater disposal problems in the state. Prepare and submit clear and cogent, written project narrative reports, accurately detailing technical assistance activities provided to each project community. Project reporting must be in accordance with formats and instructions provided for the CU Environmental Program and the Rural Community Assistance Partnership, and reports must be prepared and submitted in a timely manner. Research, develop, and submit to local community or utility decision-makers: written reports, recommendations, feasibility studies, rate analyses etc., as necessary, to enable local communities and/or utilities to make informed decisions necessary to resolve local problems and alleviate local needs. Establish and maintain complete community project files, including but not limited to a written log of all project related activities, correspondence, reports, and working papers. Organize and conduct small group meetings in project communities to assist local decision-makers on matters affecting facility development of water/wastewater facilities and/or developing solutions to existing water/waste disposal problems. Partner with Project Manager of Training to facilitate community trainings. The employee shall work well under pressure, meeting multiple and sometimes competing deadlines. The employee shall at all times demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues and supervisors. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with federal, state and local officials involved with the regulation and financing of public water/waste disposal facilities and services. Establish and maintain regular communications and work relationships, with appropriate agencies, institutions, individuals, or offices within the state in order to: (a) maintain, improve and/or expand services & scope of the Communities Unlimited Environmental program; and/or (b): improve the ability of all small, rural communities in the state to provide safe, affordable, water and waste disposal services to their residents. Maintain working knowledge of and comply with corporate policies, procedure, supervisor direction and contractual compliance requirements. Maintain the highest level of confidentiality and security with all information, understanding your obligations in regard to client data, community environmental system data, borrower data, payroll data, HR data, medical information, workman's compensation data, IT data, computer passwords, email account passwords, phone lock codes, etc. Accurate and timely submission of time and expenses in compliance with CU policy and supervisor direction, understanding this record in a critical part of CU's compliance with grants and contracts. Comply with corporate branding and communication requirements and support corporate communication processes by submitting client stories, securing releases for use of client quotes/images; media capture (photos, videos, etc.) and collaborating with communications staff to promote events, loan closings, community projects and milestones and client businesses. Attend CU staff meetings. Represent CU at/facilitate other meetings and events as needed. Special projects and other duties may be assigned by the supervisor or program director. Tools Used in Job Proficient use of a computer, internet, smart phone (texting, email, photos, videos, social media, and calls), web-based databases for data-entry, Microsoft Office suite including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint are required. The use of additional software for project-related activities may be required, and training will be provided. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described above are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. EOE Compensation details: 0 Yearly Salary PI1cda60d30a49-2046

The Broadband Community Planner position assists communities with broadband planning, understanding their broadband needs, addressing challenges, and facilitating solutions. The BTAP will work in communities across CU's seven state footprint (TX, OK, AR, LA, MS, AL, TN) with broadband education, broadband planning, digital equity, and digital literacy initiatives to help communities be better broadband advocates for themselves and address their high-speed-internet connectivity, access, adoption, and use gaps. This position requires extensive travel to work with targeted communities across the region, as well as attendance at training and industry events. We are currently recruiting for this role in Houston and the surrounding areas for territory purposes; however the role works from home, so we are open to candidates residing in other areas of Texas as well. CU offers a range of benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a Health Savings Account with annual employer contributions, Flexible Spending Accounts, company-paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance. An Employer 401k Match, paid holiday, vacation and sick time. Education/Certification Requirements OPTION A: Bachelor's degree in business administration, computer science, information technology, public administration, community development, or a related field and 1 year experience working in community development, community organizing activities or broadband related planning. OR OPTION B: A minimum of 6 years' experience working in community development, community organizing activities or broadband related planning. Must maintain a valid driver's license, have reliable transportation, an acceptable driving record, and at least the state minimum personal liability auto insurance coverage. Must be authorized to work in the USA. Experience/Skills Requirements Experience that demonstrates working knowledge of one or more of these capacities: community or economic development planning, broadband planning, digital literacy, digital equity, telecommunications, internet service providing, information technology, network design, community organizing, state or federal government grants administration or policy analysis, rural economic development, business management, project management, finance, lending; and have the willingness to learn about all of the above. Experience that demonstrates a working knowledge of challenges faced by rural communities in CU's geographic service area.Experience writing successful federal / state grant applications, and federal / state grant reporting is preferred.Ability to build effective professional relationships with a diverse audience.Ability to work independently with limited supervision to accomplish goals.Ability to manage competing timelines and project deliverables while maintaining effective communication with team members and clients.Ability to think creatively and prioritize problem-solving. Summary of Essential Job Duties Digital Equity. Based on project and community objectives, job duties could include: Offer basic broadband education presentations, in-person or virtually, to elected officials, community stakeholders, and interested community members. Research community needs and barriers; report findings to help form a community Broadband Plan. Broadband Planning. Based on project and community objectives, job duties could include:Establish and lead an active local broadband steering committee of diverse community stakeholders, maintain regular meetings. Ensure planning progress by maintaining contact with members, setting reasonable goals, and helping community team achieve them. Facilitate introductions and discussions with community stakeholders and internet service providers to identify challenges and opportunities to increase access and encourage partnerships.Educate the community on the importance of broadband and specific opportunities that could come to their community with greater broadband expansion.Collaborate with state and federal program staff on education events to offer information and resources to communities. Attend industry conferences, to maintain industry knowledge and contacts.Finalize a written report of recommendations based on community's unique situation and goals to be included in a community Broadband Plan. Tools Used in Job Proficient use of a computer, internet, smart phone (texting, email, photos, videos, social media, and calls), web-based databases for data-entry, Microsoft Office suite including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint are required. The use of additional software for project-related activities may be required, and training will be provided. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described above are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. EOE Compensation details: 0 Yearly Salary PIad44930e105c-1204