Job Tag: Renewable Energy/Sustainability

NREL’s water power team has an immediate opening for a full time (40 hours per week) project manager with a technical understanding of renewable energy, marine engineering, environmental science, or a related field.

The Water Power Technology Validation group performs research to advance wave energy, tidal energy, ocean current energy, riverine energy, and ocean thermal gradient energy technologies (i.e., marine energy technologies) – see https://www.nrel.gov/water/marine-energy.html for more information. In this pursuit we work closely with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), industry partners, and academic institutions. The group’s work involves the development of numerical design, control, and optimization software tools, developing new and innovative methods of capturing marine energy, performing laboratory testing, and supporting open-ocean testing.

The project manager who fills this role will work with NREL researchers and staff, industry partners, and the Department of Energy to plan and execute marine energy R&D projects. The project manager will be responsible for (1) supporting and coordinating laboratory and open-ocean testing of marine energy technologies and (2) coordinating numerical modeling and technology design projects. In this role, the project manager will need to coordinate with NREL’s technical and safety staff, along with marine energy industry partners, community stakeholders, and Department of Energy clients.

The candidate will work on multiple projects simultaneously, and be expected to keep projects on-schedule, within budget constraints, and progressing efficiently through NREL’s administrative processes (e.g., safety, publishing, finance, communications). To be successful in this role, the project manager will need to have a foundational understanding of the technical aspects of the projects, and the project management skills to plan and execute to meet objectives and milestones in collaboration with Principal Investigators and the project team.

This position will require occasional travel to meet project objectives.

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Basic Qualifications
Relevant PhD or equivalent relevant education/experience. Or, relevant Master’s Degree and 3 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education/experience. Or, relevant Bachelor’s Degree and 5 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education/experience,

* Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date.

Additional Required Qualifications

· A demonstrated ability to manage the technical and logistics aspects of R&D projects.

· Experience with staff resource planning and budget planning and management

· Ability to clearly communicate technical and logistical aspects of project status to NREL and external stakeholders

· Ability to efficiently work with stakeholders with a variety of educational backgrounds and skills

· Efficient with Microsoft Office products and other project management computer systems.

· Ability to plan and facilitate in-person and virtual meetings as needed to achieve project success

Preferred Qualifications

Project management certification or demonstrable and verifiable experience
Demonstrated ability to contribute to technical proposals and reports related to project being managed

Xfinity Center is seeking a Venue Sustainability Manager to help us take our sustainability programs to the next level. This role will provide both administrative and operational support to drive successful implementation of venue sustainability programs, including but not limited to,

developing, and executing resource recovery and material circularity programs, promoting educational and engagement campaigns, supporting green artist operations and activations, and creating a strong culture around sustainability. This role will operate under the guidance of Live

Nation’s national sustainability team, reporting to and working closely with the Regional Zero Waste Manager. This role will also report directly to the Venue Operations Manager and be part of the venue operations team. Coming into 2024, Xfinity Center is setting new targets to become an industry leader in zero waste, which will be a priority task for the selected candidate. This is a seasonal, part-time position, working an average of 35 hours per week. Hours per week will vary depending on show schedule and business needs at the time.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Training & Engagement:

Participate in pre-season orientation and mid-season meetings with Live Nation’s national sustainability team.

Attend all scheduled 1-on-1 meetings with Regional Zero Waste Manager providing updates on all initiatives.

Be onsite during pre-season venue set up to ensure zero waste operational procedures are in place.

Drive Zero Waste Supervisor hiring, training, and onboarding.

Drive Zero Waste Coordinator hiring, training, and onboarding.

Deploy sustainability communication and engagement assets to help lead pre-season venue orientation trainings.

Provide regular updates to entire venue staff to share progress, recognize employees, and identify areas of improvement.

Work closely with all venue departments to integrate sustainability into operations.

Collaborate with the Marketing Lead to regularly share venue sustainability highlights on all social channels.

Collaborate with the Experience Manager to build enthusiasm and participation around venue sustainability efforts.

Other tasks as assigned by the Operations Manager and National Sustainability Team including but not limited to local community and vendor engagement.

Resource Recovery & Material Circularity Operations:

Work with venue leaders and Regional Zero Waste Manager to design a comprehensive zero waste plan for your venue with actionable goals, improvement areas, a current map and material flow, and a tracking system for accountability.

Oversee and assist with the material sorting process of all recycling, composting, reuse, and donations materials to increase resource recovery and diversion from landfill.

Analyze existing venue infrastructure, event set up, and waste flows to identify areas for improvement.

Be present on show days and non-show days to manage teams, and to ensure compliance and quality control of materials entering the waste stream.

Identify key opportunities and partnerships to expand the material circularity model throughout the season.

Build or maintain connections with local partners and waste haulers to stay up to date on accepted divertible materials and options for resource recovery.

Create a lively and positive atmosphere across front of house and back of house waste operations.

Reporting and Data Collection:

Utilize Microsoft Office (primarily Word, Excel, and SharePoint), Google Drive, and Box programs to track and report on key program

metrics.

Acquire weight tickets and chain of custody receipts by establishing relationships with waste haulers and resource recovery vendors.

Update the mandatory venue data tracking and reporting spreadsheet on a minimum monthly basis.

Document operations and upload photos to shared folders.

Create engaging visual reports throughout the season that can be shared venue wide.• Complete the post-season venue sustainability survey.

Qualifications:

Show days require about 90% of the time spent walking, bending, reaching, stooping, lifting, and carrying 50+ lbs. with about 50% of that time spent helping/overseeing the sorting of materials.

High School Diploma or equivalent

At least 1 year in a leadership position in one of the following: operations/event coordination, Guest Services and communications, event, or campus sustainability/zero waste events

Creative thinker and problem solver

Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills

Acute sense of judgment, tact, and diplomacy

A strong sense of teamwork and ability to execute programs

Time management and the ability to excel in an unstructured environment

Passion for driving environmental impact through both hands-on and administrative work

Newell Brands is a leading $8.5B consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid® and Sharpie®, and 28,000 talented employees around the world. Our high-performance culture, unparalleled curiosity about the world around us, and talented people fuel our success. Our culture is enabled through our core values which guide all we do and how we win as One Newell. They are Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership & Leadership.

The Manager, Sustainability and Climate will support Newell Brands operational sustainability and climate strategies for the Newell Enterprise. The position will report directly to the Sr. Director of Sustainability and Climate, reporting in and executing initiatives across all business units and regions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead collection of assurance-quality qualitative and quantitative data to support mandatory disclosure of non-financial ESG data across all material topics and requirements in accordance with, but not limited to, CSRD, California, and SEC climate regulations, exclusive of scope 1 and 2 data.
Facilitate a global supply chain community of practice to identify resource conservation projects including, but not limited to energy efficiency, renewable energy, water conservation, and waste diversion within Newell’s manufacturing plants and distribution centers.
Oversee software platform for data aggregation, risk management and controls implementation.
Supervise data collection and support internal audit activities to complete annual Corporate Citizenship Report (CCR), exclusive of scope 1 and 2 data.
Manage development of Newell’s scope 3 footprint.
Serve as the organizations operational and reporting sustainability subject matter expert providing guidance and prioritization of programs that align with Newell’s sustainability targets and Carbon Neutral future.
Provide leadership support on Newell Corporate Citizenship Council.
Gather and report on sustainability industry initiatives, trends, and regulations.
Research best practices and sharing of regulatory updates that impact sustainability and environmental performance.
Conduct assessments to benchmark Newell’s sustainability programs against industry standards.

QUALIFICATIONS:

5+ years of relevant professional experience in operational sustainability or similar role in the consumer hard goods industry or consulting firm with extensive experience in operational sustainability projects across complex supply chains in both internal manufacturing and external facilities.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental sciences, sustainability or related subject area, preferred.
Passion, energy, and commitment to ESG, sustainability, and EHS.
Thrives in a highly collaborative environment working with diverse culture, influencing internal and external partners.
Demonstrated knowledge of GRI, SASB, CDP, TCFD reporting frameworks and emerging global sustainability regulations including California SB253/SB261, EU CSRD and SEC Climate rule.
Experience preparing sustainability reports including use of Workiva or equivalent a plus.
Experience with evaluation and execution of on-site energy and compressed air efficiency, renewable energy, waste diversion and water conservation projects both in the US and internationally.
Excellent grasp of sustainability concepts as well as emerging trends with ability to apply this knowledge to support sustainability projects.
Familiarity with academic, government and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) active in the sustainability arena.
Proven ability to independently manage complex projects and brief senior leadership.
Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Demonstrates expertise in Microsoft Office suite applications.
In-depth knowledge and experience using key performance indicator tracking tools for resource usage.
Motivated, team player who is a true multi-tasker.
Position will require up to 20% primarily domestic US travel with occasional international (Asia, LATAM, UK, and EU) travel.

In coordination with the Director of the Office of Campus Sustainability, the Manager, Office of Campus Sustainability will implement a sustainability vision that engages students, faculty, and staff at the University.

The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is: $70,000.
Responsibilities

Planning & Operations
Collaborates with the Director of the Office of Campus Sustainability to support the development and implementation of short and long-term plans to prioritize and guide sustainability initiatives.
Recommends sustainability policies and procedures for effective, efficient, and economical building operations.
Researches and evaluates new sustainable technologies, services, and opportunities for campus.
Leads sustainability initiatives and FPM priorities as requested.
Engagement
Manages student engagement initiatives on campus including but not limited to the campus thrift store, community garden, food recovery program, and green move-out program, and mentors student organizations focused on sustainability and the environment.
Manages staff and faculty outreach and collaboration initiatives, including initiatives to incorporate conversations about sustainability into the curriculum and the workplace.
Identifies and implements new engagement opportunities for students, staff, and faculty across campus.
Advises, coaches, and supports University staff in identifying, scoping, and implementing energy, water, waste, and other sustainability improvements.
Communications
Contributes to Office of Campus Sustainability marketing channels including website and newsletter as well as collaborations with the Division of University Communications.
Designs and maintains sustainability resources and tools that can assist others in integrating sustainability into their work.
Reporting
Contributes to the submission of all internal and external reports, including but not limited to annual progress reports, AASHE STARS report, Bike Friendly University report, Tree Campus Higher Education report, and Laudato Si’ Action Platform report.
Performs data collection and analysis on sustainability key performance indicators (e.g., energy, water, waste, GHG emissions, etc.).
Provides easy-to-understand presentations of findings and recommendations as requested.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree
At least three (3) years of progressive experience in sustainability management, or similar experience preferred.
Relevant sustainability certification(s), preferred.
Strong project management skills.
Ability to plan, organize, set priorities, implement and evaluate systems and programs in support of the Office of Campus Sustainability’s broad organizational goals.
Strong knowledge of environmental best practices.
Must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of management, staff, and students and possess a commitment to serve the needs of the University.
A strong creative and solutions-oriented mindset.

Are you looking for a career with purpose? The City of Savannah seeks a highly qualified Environmental Services and Sustainability Director who is passionate, collaborative, inclusive, and engaging.

If you are ready to take the next step, come envision your career with us! This position leads the City’s Sustainability Office, developing and implementing innovative sustainability and resilience programs and practices within city operations, among residents, and throughout the broader community.

Essential Job Functions

Supervises directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals.
Coordinates, assigns, and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors the status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed.
Develops and implements specific sustainability and climate resilience programs and projects.
Initiates implements, and/or supports specific programs on topics including waste management, energy conservation and efficiency, renewable energy, water conservation and watershed management, green building guidelines/standards, alternative transportation, and green purchasing.
Analyzes City processes and operations based on sustainability criteria.
Works with City staff elected officials, and the community to set goals for sustainability; establishes and maintains tracking methods for sustainability goals; analyzes and measures success and cost-effectiveness of programs; assists departments in the development of sustainability metrics specific to their work areas; prepares reports on sustainability goals.
Provides training and support for City staff.
Assesses the need for new policies and ordinances.
Identifies potential funding sources and financial incentives for implementing projects.
Develops and presents educational information to the public, including messaging campaigns on various aspects of sustainability such as energy and water conservation; acts as a liaison to businesses, schools, and community groups to create policies and promote sustainability.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Social Science, or a related field with five years of experience in sustainability with additional certification in energy management, green building; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

Energy Department

In this newly created department, the Energy Department is dedicated to managing and optimizing the energy resources required to power our data centers while promoting sustainability and efficiency. The Energy department plays a critical role in ensuring our operations are environmentally responsible, cost-effective, and resilient to energy market fluctuations. The team focuses on energy procurement, renewable energy integration, and the implementation of advanced energy management practices.

Position Overview

This role is based on-site in Denver, CO in alignment with our flexible work policy. (3 days on site required, 2 days flexible).

Vantage is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Energy Analyst to support our data center operations by optimizing energy usage, managing energy procurement, and driving sustainability initiatives. The Energy Analyst will play a critical role in monitoring energy consumption, identifying efficiency opportunities, and ensuring that our data centers operate at peak energy performance. This role requires a deep understanding of energy markets, data analysis, and sustainability practices, as well as the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve energy and cost-saving goals.

Essential Job Functions

Energy Monitoring and Analysis:

Monitor and analyze energy consumption across data center facilities, identifying trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.

Develop and maintain energy dashboards and reporting tools to track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to energy usage and costs.

Provide regular reports and insights to management on energy performance and recommend strategies for optimization.

Energy Procurement and Cost Management:

Assist in the procurement of energy, including negotiating contracts with energy suppliers and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Analyze energy market trends and pricing to identify cost-saving opportunities and manage energy budgets effectively.

Track and report on energy costs, ensuring accurate billing and identifying discrepancies.

Sustainability Initiatives:

Support the development and implementation of sustainability initiatives aimed at reducing the environmental impact of data center operations.

Collaborate with the sustainability team to set and achieve energy efficiency targets, including carbon reduction goals.

Research and recommend renewable energy options and other sustainable practices to enhance the company’s environmental footprint.

Energy Efficiency Projects:

Identify, evaluate, and implement energy efficiency projects across data center facilities, such as upgrading equipment, optimizing HVAC systems, and improving power usage effectiveness (PUE).

Work closely with engineering and operations teams to design and execute projects that reduce energy consumption and improve operational efficiency.

Regulatory Compliance and Reporting:

Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal energy regulations, including reporting requirements and energy audits.

Prepare and submit regulatory reports related to energy usage, emissions, and sustainability performance.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Collaborate with operations, facilities, and engineering teams to align energy strategies with overall business goals.

Provide technical support and training to internal teams on energy management practices and tools.

Additional Duties:

Handle additional duties as assigned by Management.

Job Requirements

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Energy Management, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field is required. A Master’s degree is preferred.

Experience:

Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in energy management, data analysis, or a related role, preferably within the data center or mission-critical environments.

Experience with energy procurement, sustainability practices, and regulatory compliance is a plus.

Skills:

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets.

Proficiency in energy management software, data analysis tools, and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel).

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Knowledge of energy markets, pricing, and regulatory environments.

Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and efficiency.

Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.

Commitment to sustainability and energy efficiency practices.

Travel required is expected to be up to 5% but may increase over time as the business evolves.

LCV is hiring a Local Clean Energy Deployment Director who will work directly with state affiliates to secure local clean energy project approvals and advance state policies facilitating the responsible deployment and approval of clean energy projects as part of LCV’s Clean Energy for All program. The Director will partner with 30+ state affiliates and LCV – collectively called the Conservation Voters Movement (CVM) – to design an integrated campaign in key regions, beginning with East Coast offshore wind, track and monitor local project decisions, and develop plans for advocacy and public education strategies. The Director will also ensure projects are grounded in social, racial and economic justice. The ideal candidate has experience working collaboratively with state and local-based coalitions and organizations, managing paid tactics in local campaigns and experience integrating racial and economic justice into environmental campaigns.
Responsibilities:

Develop, lead and execute a coordinated CVM campaign focused on local clean energy deployment, with input received from key LCV staff and in collaboration with state affiliates.
Partner directly with state LCV staff to both identify clean energy approval and siting campaigns and develop strategic campaign plans to secure project approval.
Establish and maintain tracking for grassroots and communications metrics, as well as systems for monitoring project and permit approvals, keeping VP, State Policy and Advocacy and other key LCV staff informed in real-time on campaign progress.
Manage budget for local deployment campaigns and work with VP, State Policy and Advocacy to develop deployment-focused fundraising proposals. Represent LCV and the Clean Energy For All program with donors.
Support state affiliates in expanding their role advocating for responsible deployment policies by providing insight, researching and analyzing current policies and emerging trends, and developing campaign and communications strategies.
Support state-level efforts to design community benefits agreements guidance for local partners.
Integrate racial and economic justice principles into local campaign design, working with partners and allies in the labor movement to ensure that state and local projects advance the goal of expanding family-supporting union jobs in the clean energy sector.
Collaborate with the campaigns team to identify local clean energy champions and opponents and help integrate into local political analysis.
Work with the communications team to identify messaging and communications strategies to strengthen support for wind and solar projects and share guidance with state advocates.
Coordinate with the government affairs team to ensure grassroots engagement around key federal agency decisions.
Identify opportunities to advance our network-wide deployment program, including being an active member of national and state coalitions, scoping potential new alliances, and connecting our state affiliates to opportunities to advance their leadership.
Travel up to 20% of the time for state affiliate training, staff retreats, meetings, conferences and professional development opportunities, as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Work Experience: Required – Minimum of 5 years of experience in issue advocacy and/or organizing campaigns, including direct experience working in politics or lobbying at the local level. Experience drafting issue campaign plans. Preferred – Experience working with labor unions. Experience working with a national organization who has state affiliates or chapters. Experience centering racial equity and economic justice in state or local policy or campaigns.
Skills: Required – Familiarity with state and local clean energy policies. Experience executing paid grassroots tactics. Demonstrated knowledge and experience using metrics to monitor and report on campaign activity. Demonstrated ability to respond rapidly to requests, work under pressure and meet deadlines. Preferred — Familiarity with local planning decisions. Familiarity with community benefits agreements. Experience working with donors.
Racial Justice and Equity Competencies: Demonstrated awareness of how one’s life experiences influence one’s personal attitudes, biases, and assumptions. Demonstrated commitment to continual learning and ability to successfully deliver culturally responsive services. Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture. Understands how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems.
Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment, and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and audiovisual systems. This position is largely sedentary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. The person in this position frequently communicates with partners and must be able to exchange accurate information. Applicants must be located in and legally authorized to work in the United States.

For nearly 40 years, CEE has collaborated with utilities, governments, nonprofits, and businesses to deliver actionable research and innovative programs that reduce energy waste and harmful emissions. We’ve established a national reputation for innovation and excellence in program implementation, our emerging technology and field research team, our involvement and expertise with local and state policy work, and our work with communities. We collaborate regularly with partners and employ curious people who share a passion for the organization’s mission. Our workplace invites open door communications, respect for diverse backgrounds and points of view, and an emphasis on work-life balance. Our staff includes creative and pragmatic environmentalists, program developers and implementers, engineers and technical experts, and research professionals. Our organizational culture is professional but easy-going, with a deep emphasis on collaboration, innovation, and technical expertise. We’re proud to operate in Minnesota, a national leader in clean energy and energy efficiency, and increasingly employ staff across the nation.

We are seeking a driven Energy Analyst motivated by our mission to discover and deploy the most effective strategies that reduce energy and carbon emissions. This person will join our Efficient Technology Accelerator (ETA) Team at CEE and be highly organized, self-directed, and proactive in their approach to work. The Energy Analyst needs to be agile and goal oriented as they assist with market research, data analysis, administrative duties, and a variety of other tasks needed to support the ETA team.

The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, plus research and writing capabilities. They will have a team-oriented approach and be willing to complete administrative tasks as well as step up and take on higher responsibilities when needed. This position will be especially attractive to candidates who wish to grow their skills and career prospects by working and training with recognized efficiency experts.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of experience in relevant energy analysis field required
2 years of previous experience in analyst or similar role preferred
Sustainability, energy efficiency and/or energy experience preferred
Demonstrated ability to learn and understand technical details within a given field
Excellent written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills
Exceptional ability to craft clear and compelling deliverables
Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and on a variety of tasks
Exceptional organization and time management skills and the ability to prioritize
Exceptional competency with Microsoft Office products including Word, PowerPoint and Excel required.
Experience with Arc GIS or Tableau software, and/or experience with statistical software packages such as R, MATLAB, Python, or SPSS a plus

Working Conditions

Hybrid position, located in Minnesota, with some in-office, in-person time required
Ability to work in fast-paced, outcome-driven environment with responsibilities to meet deadlines and initiative goals
Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time
Ability to use a PC/laptop, requiring repetitive motion of fingers, hands, and wrists.
Required to occasionally move about in an office environment to access file cabinets, printers, etc., and remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time.
Ability to lift light materials and equipment in the typical office environment (up to 15 lbs.).
Willingness to be flexible with work hours to accommodate the needs of the organization, while still maintaining a 40 hour work week.
Ability to travel to various sites for conferences, meetings, and events.

Compensation

$27-30/hr dependent on qualifications and experience.

POSITION OVERVIEW:
This position will create, develop, and oversee various types of sustainability programs at Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS). This includes, but not limited to, carbon reduction (Airports Carbon Accreditation Program), resource conservation, utility tracking and analysis, energy efficiency, sustainability dashboards, and food rescue, as well as supporting a wide array of other environmental compliance and sustainability programs at AUS. This position will also be responsible for researching and tracking sustainable programs across the aviation industry and finding new programs to implement.

Additionally, this position will manage the airport’s multi-million dollar total waste contract, coordinate with airport stakeholders to improve waste diversion, ensure compliance with the City of Austin universal recycling ordinance and oversee regulated waste and hazardous waste programs.

Duties:
1.Serve as coordinator or liaison for interdepartmental and interagency issues and projects
2.Communicate project and program information to internal and external customers
3.Assist in management or resolution of interdepartmental and interagency conflicts
4.Facilitate closure of litigated cases
5.Negotiate permit and/or plan revisions with project engineers and contractors
6.Develop/establish service agreements with other programs, departments and agencies
7.Develop and manage contracts
8.Manage and review environmental remediation plans
9.Provide technical advice and assistance to City management, staff, contractors, and businesses
10.Evaluate projects, programs and criteria
11.Assist in the development and adoption of new City Code regulations, policies and procedures
12.Assist in development of new/revised interdepartmental or interagency protocol or procedures
13.Review, evaluate and recommend revisions to City Code, rules, policies and legislative bills
14.Review, evaluate and recommend revisions to technical reports, studies and contract documents
15.Review site plans, environmental site assessments and stormwater/effluent discharge proposals
16.Evaluate existing conditions, collect samples, interpret sampling data, and develop corrective action plans
17.Educate and conduct presentations to public
18.Assist in the development of short and long range plans
19.Prepare written reports, memoranda, letters, RFP/RFQ/IFBs and Standard Operation
Procedures
20.Assist in the development and monitoring of budgets
21.Attend City Council, Board, Commission Meetings, etc. as a City/Department staff representative
22.Respond to requests from the media

Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to Environmental Science, Life Science, Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Public Administration, Business Administration, Planning, plus six (6) years of experience in a related field.
Master’s degree may substitute for experience up to two (2) years.
Related experience may substitute for education up to four (4) years

Preferred Experience:

Experience developing and implementing conservation / sustainable programs at operationally complex facilities
Project management knowledge & skills
Contract Management and procurement knowledge & skills
Data manipulation, and analysis skills, mid/high level excel experience
Green building program knowledge/credentials (LEED, AEGB, Envision, Parksmart etc.)
Regulatory waste knowledge and waste contracting experience
Ability to travel to more than one work location.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Environmental and Sustainability Specialist is responsible for the development and implementation of the company’s environmental & sustainability programs to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (OSHA, EPA, DOT, etc.). In addition, this position will also perform sustainability recordkeeping and implement projects in order to reduce energy use and waste generation, as well as increase recycling/reuse and cost savings.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions Statement(s)

Apply subject matter expertise and communication skills to independently and objectively assist facilities in identifying and meeting environmental compliance requirements.
Lead the sites ISO 14001:2015 audits and activities as defined within the ISO14001:2015 standard to ensure successful certification.
Ensure tools/methods to assess facility compliance status are implemented, tracked, and adjusted as necessary.
Perform reporting of environmental requirements such as but not limited to; Tier II Reports, Form R Reports, TRI Reports, Air Permits, Stormwater / Discharge Monitoring Reports (eDMR), etc.
Maintain waste profiles, manifests, and tracking of generated wastes.
Collect various samples of potentially hazardous materials for lab analysis.
Perform routine site inspections and implement corrective actions to ensure compliance with site regulatory requirements, permits, & plans.
Provide support in response to environmental incidents, including root cause analyses, and guidance on remediation and clean-up efforts.
Communicate with local, state, and federal agencies regarding environmental related inquiries.
Develop and conduct employee training on a variety of environmental & sustainability topics.
Develop talent and build capability through coaching and mentoring our EHS team.
Support EHS programs and drive compliance with operations.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Environmental Science, Engineering, Occupational Safety and Health, or Industrial Hygiene.

Experience: Experience or coursework in occupational health, safety, environmental, or related technical field. Experience working with regulatory agency personnel.

Computer Skills: Skilled with MS Office suite.

Certificates & Licenses: Pursuing environmental certification(s) such as EHS/CSP certifications. ISO Lead Auditor.

Other Requirements: Experience with Operational Excellence methodologies, detail-oriented and a high level of problem-solving skills.