ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT PROGRAM COORDINATOR
North Little Rock, AR, US, 72118
Position Number: 22091182
County: Pulaski
Posting End Date: September 12, 2025
Anticipated Starting Salary: $52,137
Office of Air Quality
The mission of the Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment is to provide effective and efficient energy and environmental solutions informed by science. The Department promotes responsible management of resources and protects the environment for the benefit of all Arkansans.
Position Information
Job Series: Environmental Programs – Career-path
Classification: Energy and Environment Program Coordinator
Class Code: PEP02P
Pay Grade: SGS06
Salary Range: $52,137 - $77,163
Job Summary
The Energy & Environment Program Coordinator oversees, develops, and implements environmental or energy-related programs for the State of Arkansas. This position is responsible for planning and directing resources to ensure the regulated community is in compliance with energy or environmental laws. This position is responsible for advancing programmatic goals that align with the department’s mission, coordinating regulatory or voluntary initiatives, supporting grant administration, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure effective delivery of programs.
Primary Responsibilities
Manage statewide energy or environment programs. Serve as liaison between the state agency and stakeholders, including governmental bodies, the regulated community, and the public. Monitor and evaluate program performance, ensuring compliance with state rules and federal regulations and reporting requirements. Coordinate and manage grant applications, distribution of funds, and compliance tracking. Research, analyze, and interpret environmental data or energy trends to inform policy recommendations. Prepare technical reports, guidance documents, presentations, and educational materials for diverse audiences. Facilitate public meetings, stakeholder forums, and educational workshops. Promote equitable access to state energy or environmental regulatory resources through outreach and community engagement. Support the development of strategies to mitigate energy or environmental impacts. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support cross-agency initiatives. Provide general supervision of professional and administrative support staff by interviewing and recommending for hire, assigning and reviewing work, training new employees, and evaluating employee performance. Performance of other duties as assigned.
Knowledge and Skills
Ability to work independently, set programmatic goals, and manage multiple priorities. Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to convey complex information clearly to non-technical audiences.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build productive relationships with stakeholders across sectors.
Knowledge of state and federal environmental regulations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and environmental data tools.
Adaptability: Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and adapting to shifting priorities or regulatory landscapes.
Commitment to transparency, public service, and environmentally responsible practices.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, conservation biology, natural resources management, or a related field. At least 2 years of experience in environmental or energy program coordination, with a focus on managing or supporting government projects.
Licensure/Certifications
N/A OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of state and federal environmental protection laws governing air quality and ambient air monitoring programs
- Experience working with large datasets, including manual entry of records
- Ability to maintain detailed records and files
- Knowledge of proper laboratory sampling techniques
- Knowledge of calibration of scientific sensors, monitors, or other precise measurement equipment
- Knowledge of the operation and functions of specialized equipment involved in ambient air quality monitoring
- Ability to understand and follow air monitoring standard operating procedures
- Ability to troubleshoot air monitoring and support equipment
- Ability to travel in-state during work hours
The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.
Nearest Major Market: Little Rock
