Climate Interview

Question 1

Tell me about yourself

Answer 1

• 6 years experience
• Masters degree
• Skilled in policy tracking, communications and stakeholder relationships
• Experience in climate policy and implementation

Question 2

Biggest weakness?

Answer 2

Public speaking

Question 3

Biggest strength?

Answer 3

Relationship building
Policy tracking and organization

Question 4

Why do you want to work for Adams County?

Answer 4

Innovation and Inclusivity - align with your mission

Question 5

How would you approach building a relationship with a hesitant stakeholder and gaining their support?

Answer 5

• Take time to understand their concerns
• Find common ground + remind how the overall goal will benefit them
• Consider possible amendments that could strengthen the policy
• Ex: E-Bike Incentive (Retailers, in person rebates + new solution)

Question 6

How would you approach designing an EJ policy?

Answer 6

• LISTEN from the county’s most disproportionately affected communities, what are the pain points, what resources do they need, what do they want to see changed
• LEARN how these communities are getting impacted by climate change
• DESIGN a policy that prioritizes the needs of these community members
• FEEDBACK - Bring the policy back to the EJ communities for feedback
• SOCIALIZE this policy with a wide range of stakeholders to get support
• METRICS - Define clear metrics for success (reduced pollution, increased access, improved health)
• MONITOR - Monitor progress and make adjustments as needed
  Establish accountability - oversight community

Question 7

How would you evaluate a fast tracked legislation and provide recommendations?

Answer 7

• Write up a one page policy brief that summaries the policy, the benefits, the potential cons and a recommended path forward
• Ex: WV e-bike trail bill

Question 8

Can you describe a time when you had to adapt a program mid-implementation to achieve success?

Answer 8

• EX: CA e-bike incentive program and types of e-bike allowed