Public Works/Clean City - Project Specialist

Public Works/Clean City - Project Specialist

Salary

$42,778.00 - $77,001.00 Annually

Location

Public Works - Administration, Hampton, VA

Job Type

Full-Time Permanent

Job Number

09637

Department

PUBLIC WORKS ADMIN-GRANT FUND

Opening Date

10/21/2026

Closing Date

11/4/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Non-Exempt

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Function

Are you passionate about protecting the environment and making a difference in your community? Join our team as the Clean City Project Specialist and help promote a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable city! In this role, you will educate the public on environmental best practices, including water quality protection, water conservation, recycling, and compliance with City ordinances and state and federal environmental laws. You will help raise environmental awareness, encourage responsible practices, and inspire community members to take an active role in protecting our natural resources. Be part of a team dedicated to building a healthier environment for everyone!

Come work for Hampton, a vibrant waterfront community celebrating and embracing 400 years of history and innovation, creating an even more dynamic future! We are located in the center of the Hampton Roads region and offer lots of waterfront fun, rich and diverse history, and a vibrant restaurant scene. Hampton offers excellent benefits, career and professional development, tuition reimbursement and other benefits. As a proud V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer we are committed to supporting veterans and military spouses.

Minimum Requirements

• Associate's degree in business, public education, public relations or closely related field of study.
• Requires two (2) years of full-time equivalent experience in environmental studies, sustainability, public education or closely related experience.
• A combination of education and work experience may be considered for this position.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton's criteria.
• This position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City's current substance abuse policy.
• Must successfully pass a background check related to this position prior to any offer of employment or promotion.

Additional Requirements

• Requires working beyond a standard 40-hour work week to include evenings and weekends.
• Requires local travel and use of personal vehicle.
• The incumbent may be considered "essential personnel" during City emergency situations or at the direction of the City Manager which may include long hours and unusual schedules.

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Benefits Overview

This is a summary of benefits associated with permanent, full-time positions. Benefits associated with other positions can be found with specific job listings. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following one full calendar month of employment in the following benefit plans:

• Sentara Health Plans
• EAP Provider: ComPsych
• OptumRx
• Delta Dental Insurance
• Anthem Blue View Vision
• FSA Reimbursement accounts
• Standard: Accident and Critical Illness
• Chubb Term Life Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Virginia 529
• Mission Square: 457 / Roth IRS / Roth 457 (b) IRA
• Employees begin accruing annual and sick leave immediately.
• Other forms of leave include:
• Maternity Leave
• Parental Bonding Leave
• Care for Sick Parent Leave
• Birthday Leave
• Personal day (available every quarter)

The eleven paid holidays each year include:

• New Years Day

• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

• Presidents Day

• Memorial Day

• Juneteenth Day

• Independence Day

• Labor Day

• Veterans Day

• Thanksgiving Day

• Christmas Day

• Employees birthday

• The retirement plan is offered through the Virginia Retirement System (VRS1-888-827-3847) and is a defined benefit pension plan. For more information, see the VRS website.

• Group life insurance is offered through the VRS and the carrier is Securian Financial.

• Mission Square Retirement plans 457, Roth IRA, Roth 457 plans are offered through Mission Square Retirement(1-800-669-7400). For more information, visit Mission Square.

• Medical / Dental and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts are offered on a pre-tax basis in order to reduce the amount of tax the employee pays.

• Direct deposit into most banks is a convenient finance feature.

• Employees are covered for Workers Compensation where appropriate.

• Training and Career Development: The Employee Education Assistance Program (EEAP) encourages employee development through (1) educational programs leading to a degree, (2) skilled craft or trade training leading to a certificate or license and (3) coursework to renew and update skills. Eligibility criteria apply. In addition, the City offers training opportunities in technological, leadership, supervisory, and other areas of government/business knowledge and skill development.

• The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is confidential and personal counseling service for the employee and their immediate family contact CompPysch at 1-877-327-2872 or see the Guidance Resources Website.

01

Do you have an Associates degree in business, public education, public relations or closely related field?

• Yes
• No

02

Which of the options below best describes your experience in environmental studies, sustainability, public education, public relations or closely related experience?

• No experience
• Less than 2 years of experience
• 2-3 years of experience
• 3-4 years of experience
• 5 or more years of experience

03

I understand that if selected for this position, I must successfully pass a criminal background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.

• Yes
• No

04

This position may require working non-standard hours to include evenings and weekends. Are you willing to accept work during these times?

• Yes
• No

05

This position requires that you possess a valid drivers license and have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hamptons criteria. Failure to provide your drivers license number will prevent us from considering your application. Please confirm your drivers license number by entering it below:

06

I understand that this position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the Citys current substance abuse policy.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Hampton

Address 22 Lincoln Street

Hampton, Virginia, 23669

Phone (757) 727-6407

Website http://www.hampton.gov/hr