Sustainability Specialist

Job-ID: 12630; Location(s): Broomfield, CO 

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The Sustainability Specialist will be responsible for overseeing and managing the Company’s internal sustainability and related ESG initiatives and commitments, including progress toward our long-term greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction goals; the implementation of additional sustainable practices throughout the Company; reporting on progress annually engaging colleagues through national and international initiatives; and continuing to mature our program through the development of KPIs and documentation of processes.
 

JOB DESCRIPTION DETAILS

• Build sustainability strategy and approach in collaboration with our national and international colleagues. 
• Manage and/or oversee data collection and evaluation processes from offices, People, procurement and other groups to support reporting efforts; analyze data to understand annual progress 
• Participate in the design and updating of standard operating procedures and tools for ongoing monitoring of KPIs and to support program advancement 
• Assist with developing and implementing colleague engagement efforts, including but not limited to educational trainings and supporting efforts from leading players in the sustainability program development space.  
• Support new strategies and initiatives that advance sustainable procurement, operational efficiencies, and promote the Company’s carbon neutrality goals
• Assist in the preparation of presentations and other materials to advance key sustainability projects 
• Research and analyze sustainability and ESG trends among peers, clients and other stakeholders; share creative ideas of how to integrate/improve program 
• Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Managing and/or contributing to carbon neutrality programs, calculations and reporting 
• Familiarity with ESG reporting frameworks, advising on best practices and potential tools 
• Developing implementation plans for sustainability strategies 
• Participating in grassroots or employee-led sustainability efforts 
• High ethical standards and ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism and maturity 
• Methodical and diligent with outstanding planning abilities 
• Ability to effectively project manage initiatives with cross-functional stakeholders 
• Highly organized with strong project management skills; ability to manage complex processes 
• Strong execution skills, with ability to work independently while pursuing organizational and team goals 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and presentation development skills

Education, Certification/License & Work Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (advanced degree preferred) or equivalent experience 
• Minimum 4-6 years of experience as a sustainability/ESG professional, or equivalent. 

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
 

Your contact person:

Lauren Stauffer