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Description
ICF is at the forefront of preparing leading-edge analyses, identifying viable market solutions, building real-world management tools, and implementing programs to account for and manage carbon emissions, and decarbonize our economy. Our team works with all levels of government, multilateral institutions and commercial clients to develop emissions inventories and carbon footprints; conduct greenhouse gas mitigation policy analyses; implement climate-related policies and programs; develop climate action plans and sustainability strategies; and support organizational sustainability.
We are seeking a Climate Change and Sustainability Specialist who will be responsible for supporting ICF managers on projects related to GHG inventories and reductions and decarbonization and sustainability planning. Projects will range from technical, data-driven analyses to writing reports for general audiences to supporting external workshops and communication activities. You will be an essential member of 2- to 7-person project teams that will depend on you to help create accurate, timely, and high quality products and services. You are likely to work on multiple projects, interact with all levels of staff, and have some client interaction. At ICF you have an opportunity to apply your academic knowledge, gain exposure to major projects, and interact with experts and clients in the field, while also building content knowledge and consulting skills.
This position will be hybrid based out of our Honolulu (HI), San Francisco (CA), or Los Angeles (CA) based office.
Application Instructions: Resume and/or cover letter must include relocation date if currently not within a commutable distance from our Honolulu, San Francisco, or Los Angeles ICF offices to be considered.
What you'll do...
Support project managers on day-to-day management activities.
Perform quantitative problem-solving, perform data collection and analysis, and manage large datasets.
Write reports for technical and general audiences.
Review literature, conduct research, and synthesize findings into concise and well-written summaries.
Interact with clients.
Prepare presentations, reports, memoranda, and other communication materials.
Translate technical topics into terms that are meaningful to more general audiences.
Provide logistical and planning support for meetings and workshops.
Work with small teams to prepare high-quality products, pitching in wherever necessary.
Complete tasks in fast-paced and self-motivated environment in a timely and efficient manner.
Basic Qualifications...
Bachelor's Degree in Environmental or other Sciences, Environmental Management, Engineering, Economics, Public Policy or related subjects.
2+ years of experience in carbon accounting, decarbonization and sustainability related areas.
Experience with project management.
Preferred Professional Skills
Greenhouse gas accounting.
Decarbonization and sustainability actions, targets, and plan development.
Green financing, decarbonization funding, and market transformational programs.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Excellent time management skills, with ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Sound business ethics, including the protection of proprietary and confidential information.
Ability to work in a collaborative manner and establish strong working relationships all levels of internal staff and outside clients and stakeholders.
Demonstrated leadership skills.
Ability to take ownership of tasks and seek input when needed.
Ability to be a reliable and proactive team member willing to contribute to projects in a variety of ways.
Motivation to continuously develop and improve subject-matter knowledge and professional skills and take on increasing responsibility on projects over time.
Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.
We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring regardless of any protected characteristic, such as race, ethnicity, national origin, color, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status, or military/veteran status. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO & AA policy (https://www.icf.com/legal/equal-employment-opportunity) .
Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please email icfcareercenter@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
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Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position. The pay range for this position is:
$65,416.00 - $111,207.00
Honolulu, HI (HI01)