Sustainability and Climate Expert Consultant (On-Call/Part-Time)
DC Remote Office (DC99)
We are looking for an On-Call Sustainability and Climate Expert Consultant who will have expertise in ESG and sustainability strategy, GHG accounting and related reduction planning efforts, and/or corporate sustainability experience. The ideal candidate will also have a strong technical background and expertise, such that they can both provide technical leadership on projects and lead research and analyses.
ICF is at the forefront of preparing leading-edge technical and policy analyses, identifying viable market solutions, building real-world management tools, and implementing programs to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. In climate change and environmental markets, ICF has advised more than 30 governments and international institutions and served more than 60 companies in the FT Global 500. We develop emissions inventories and carbon footprints; conduct greenhouse gas mitigation policy analyses; assist clients with offset and carbon credit projects; support organizational sustainability; assess the performance of global programs (e.g., climate funds, multilateral development banks), and identify ways they could improve; and support federal, state, local, international, and private sector clients on analyses related to climate change impacts and vulnerabilities, among other service offerings. We offer our clients around the globe unparalleled analytical, policy, and business management services.
What you’ll be doing…
Drive successful execution of projects; understand clients’ current and emerging needs and deliver innovative and efficient services. Serve as technical expert for a portfolio of projects and work with multi-disciplinary teams.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Natural Resources, Environmental Policy, or related field (Environmental Studies, Forestry or Natural Resources, Climate Sustainability, Sustainable Agriculture, etc.)
15+ years of relevant professional experience in:
Greenhouse gas accounting, ESG strategy, climate change mitigation, and sustainability topics
ESG frameworks and evolving ESG and climate regulations
Developing corporate sustainability strategies and programs
Building and managing client relationships and leading multi-disciplinary teams.
Technical and communications expertise including communicating complex climate information to non-scientists to inform decision making processes.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Environmental Science in Environmental Science, Natural Resources, Environmental Policy, or related field (Environmental Studies, Forestry or Natural Resources, Climate Sustainability, Sustainable Agriculture, etc.)
18+ years of relevant professional experience in:
Greenhouse gas accounting, ESG strategy, climate change mitigation, and sustainability topics
ESG frameworks and evolving ESG and climate regulations
Developing corporate sustainability strategies and programs
Building and managing client relationships and leading multi-disciplinary teams.
Technical and communications expertise including communicating complex climate information to non-scientists to inform decision making processes.
Familiarity with U.S. federal sustainability
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.
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:
$170,721.00 - $290,225.00DC Remote Office (DC99) ApplyJob Profile
RestrictionsOn-Call
Benefits/PerksEqual opportunity employer Inclusive workplace Reasonable accommodations
Tasks- Build and manage client relationships
- Client relationships
- Developing
- Development
- Drive successful execution of projects
- Lead multi-disciplinary teams
- Navigate change
- Provide technical leadership
- Research
- Serve as technical expert for a portfolio of projects
- Shape the future
- Technical Leadership
Accounting Agriculture Analytical Business Client Relationships Climate Change Climate Change Mitigation Communications Decision making Development Environmental Science ESG ESG frameworks GHG accounting Greenhouse Gas Accounting Leadership Management Mitigation Organizational Planning Policy Research Science Strategy Sustainability Sustainability Strategies Sustainability strategy Teams Technical Technical Leadership Technology Services
Experience15+ years 18+ years
EducationAccounting Bachelor’s degree in environmental science Business Communications Education Environmental Environmental Policy Environmental Science Environmental Studies Management Master’s degree in environmental science Or related field Planning Policy Related Field Science Sustainability