Director - Mayor's Office of the Clean City (MOCC)

Washington, DC, DC

Full Time

Mayor's Office of the Clean City (MOCC)

Experienced

POSITION: Director
OFFICE: Mayor's Office of the Clean City (MOCC)
OPEN: July 12, 2024
CLOSE: Open until filled
GRADE: Excepted Service, Grade 7 (ES-7)
SALARY: $105,000

This is an Excepted Service position. Selected candidate must be a District resident or establish residency within 180 days of hire.

Current District of Columbia residents will receive priority and advanced preference for screening and interviews.

BACKGROUND

The Bowser Administration seeks an Executive Director for the Mayor’s Office of the Clean City (MOCC). This pivotal role will lead and coordinate efforts to champion cleanliness, community engagement, and environmental stewardship across the District of Columbia. Reporting directly to the Director, the Executive Director will oversee strategic initiatives and operational activities aimed at enhancing the cleanliness and safety of the District through innovative programs and collaborative partnerships.

The Mayor’s Office of the Clean City serves as the primary advocate and coordinator for initiatives addressing litter and related environmental issues within the Executive Office of Mayor Muriel Bowser. MOCC spearheads programs such as the Adopt a Block initiative, the Mayor’s Citywide Cleanup, and citywide litter prevention campaigns to inspire and assist residents, businesses, and community partners in maintaining a clean, safe, and healthy environment. For more information on MOCC, visit here.

MAJOR DUTIES

Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement strategies to achieve the goals of the Clean City Plan, focusing on community engagement, environmental sustainability, and effective waste management practices.
Operational Oversight: Direct day-to-day operations of the Adopt a Block program and other community engagement initiatives. Ensure efficient allocation of resources, including supplies and tools, for program participants.
Community Engagement: Foster strong relationships with residents, businesses, government agencies, and community organizations to promote civic responsibility and active participation in cleanliness initiatives.
Program Management: Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness, utilizing data and analytics to identify trends, successes, and areas for improvement. Ensure compliance with program objectives and regulatory requirements.
Public Relations: Represent MOCC at community events, public forums, and media engagements. Serve as a spokesperson for cleanliness initiatives and collaborate with stakeholders to address constituent concerns effectively.

COMPETENCIES, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Leadership Skills: Proven experience in leadership roles, with a demonstrated ability to motivate teams and achieve results in a dynamic environment.
Community Engagement: Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with a track record of successful community engagement and partnership development.
Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and execute strategic plans aligned with organizational objectives.
Problem Solving: Creative problem solver with the ability to make decisions under pressure and navigate complex challenges.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and familiarity with social media platforms. Experience with design software is advantageous.
Commitment: Dedication to community engagement and environmental sustainability initiatives.

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT

There is a legal requirement that each new appointee to the Excepted or Executive Service either:

be a District of Columbia resident at the time of appointment; or
become a District resident within one hundred eighty (180) days of appointment.

The law also requires that Excepted Service employees remain District residents during the duration of the individual’s appointment. Failure to remain a District resident for the duration of the appointment will result in forfeiture of employment.

If you are interested in this role, please upload your resume and answer the questionnaire. Only the candidates deemed most suited for the position based on resume will receive a call to schedule further discussion.

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