Job Summary:

The Sustainability Specialist will identify sustainability problems, perform waste stream management, and implement green building practices and green procurement plans.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Establishes sustainability project goals, objectives, and strategies; creates and implements plans for related projects.
• Evaluates sustainability initiatives considering factors such as cost and feasibility.
• Drafts and delivers presentations and reports to communicate sustainability initiatives and their effectiveness and environmental impact.
• Produces marketing resources, including brochures or online media, to promote sustainability practices, procedures, and objectives.
• Identifies and obtains resources needed to develop sustainability programs or projects.
• Secures funding for sustainability projects by developing and submitting grant applications.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of environmental regulations and sustainability requirements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Environmental Science or related field required.
• Four years of related experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to traverse various terrains related to sustainability project sites.