Air Resource Specialist - Climate Action Planner

Dudek LLC is hiring an Air Resource Specialist - Climate Action Planner in California, MO. This hybrid role involves contributing to climate action planning, analyzing GHG emissions, and developing sustainability plans. Candidates should have a relevant degree and 3+ years of experience. The position emphasizes collaboration, innovative problem-solving, and effective communication. Compensation ranges from $65,000 to $80,000 annually.
Location: California
Location(s):
California
Practice/Department:
Environmental Technical Group (ETG)
Internal

Title:

Air Resource Specialist II
Work Environment:
Hybrid
Compensation: $65,000 - $80,000 annually*

Dudek’s journey began in 1980 with a vision to serve Southern California’s water and wastewater agencies.

Today, we are a 100% employee-owned firm supporting clients nationwide and delivering projects that improve and protect the built and natural environments of communities throughout the United States. Our work has been recognized by leading industry organizations, and we’ve been honored with multiple national Top Workplace Awards.

Our employee-owners are unified by a singular commitment to supporting projects that address key societal issues, such as the transition to renewable energy, infrastructure hardening and repair, environmental protection, and community resilience.

Learn more about our award-winning culture
, the benefits and perks of being a Dudekian, and the projects you will have the opportunity to shape.

Who You Are
As an employee-owner
, you embrace accountability, working safely, and collaboration while thinking resourcefully and independently.
Like all Dudekians, you are curious and solution-oriented
, with the ability to adapt quickly to changes and approach challenges with a spirit of innovation
.

How You’ll Make an Impact
Dudek is seeking an entry- or mid-level Climate Action Planner to participate in all aspects of climate action planning including greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions inventory and forecasting, action development, reduction calculations, plan development, and coordinating with team members on outreach, adaptation, and graphics. This role includes active brainstorming to develop innovative solutions to client’s challenges and communicating complex concepts in creative and easy-to-understand ways.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Contribute to climate action plans, GHG emission reduction plans, sustainability plans, and other related plans including:
• Collect and analyze large datasets
• Calculate GHG emission inventories, emission forecasts, and GHG reduction targets
• Identify and customize GHG reduction actions and quantify effectiveness of applicable actions
• Craft and evaluate carbon sequestration opportunities
• Create tailored implementation and monitoring tools
• Assist with proposal writing and other climate action marketing efforts
• Communicate complex concepts to clients, the public, and decision makers in an understandable fashion
• Work independently, but also actively participate in team brainstorming activities and mentoring of other team members (knowledge sharing)
• Manage a workload of multiple projects simultaneously, communicating and working directly with clients and various project managers
• Use both scientific evidence and creative thinking to solve problems
• Efficiently manage work time to meet deadlines
• Explore ways to improve climate action planning for our clients and their communities
Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Environmental Science/Studies, Geography, Atmospheric Science/Meteorology, Sustainability, Environmental Policy, Engineering, Resources Management, or related field of study is required.
• 3+ years of experience working on climate action plans, sustainability plans, or other related plans.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Preferred Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Environmental Science/Studies, Geography, Atmospheric Science/Meteorology, Sustainability, Environmental Policy, Engineering, Resources Management, or related field of study is required.
• 3+ years of experience working on climate action plans, sustainability plans, or other related plans.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Compensation: $65,000 - $80,000 annually
• * Final agreed-upon compensation will be based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s related experience, education, certifications, skills, and work location. Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check prior to beginning employment.

Working Conditions:

Environment
• This job operates in a remote or office-based…