Building Decarbonization Compliance Specialist

THE OFFICE Come be a part of a great team of folks dedicated to developing and implementing citywide environmental policies and programs that propel the City of Seattle toward a sustainable, equitable, and carbon-neutral future. Here at the Office of Sustainability & Environment (OSE), our mission is to ensure a clean and healthy environment for every resident of Seattle. We prioritize those currently and historically harmed by racial, economic, and environmental injustice and serve as cross-departmental and community partners, innovators, and drivers of cutting-edge city policy. Diversity and Inclusion We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe that all people and communities should benefit from Seattle’s environmental progress. We center communities most impacted by environmental injustice, such as BIPOC communities, people with low incomes, and English language learners, to ensure they have opportunities to be part of and leaders within the environmental movement. THE JOB Our Buildings & Energy team is growing! We are recruiting two Building Decarbonization Compliance Specialists to play key roles in supporting policy roll-out and implementation of the new Building Emissions Performance Standards (BEPS) law and the existing Energy Benchmarking and Reporting (EBR) law. As a Building Decarbonization Compliance Specialist, you will join a team of technical compliance specialists that serve as the key public-facing roles for supporting owners and energy professionals as they work to comply with BEPS and annual benchmarking and reporting requirements. There are three primary focus areas for this work: Technical Assistance and Public Engagement Program Development & Evaluation Data Analysis & Compliance Review To be successful, you are committed to: Racial, climate, and environmental justice, equity, and inclusion. A positive, “can-do” attitude and a proactive, helpful approach to problem solving. Communicating and engaging all people with cultural competence and respect. Anticipating needs and following through on assignments. To be most effective, you have: Familiarity with building sciences/and or energy efficiency in buildings. Knowledge of building energy benchmarking and reporting using the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager platform or similar energy management software. Required Qualifications: Four years of experience in planning and research related to one of the following: land use, urban economics, human services, environmental issues, conservation, or other work directly related to City planning and development work. OR Three years of experience in planning and research related to one of the following: land use, urban economics, human services, environmental issues, conservation, or other work directly related to City planning and development work, and an associate’s degree in planning, urban design, environmental studies, public administration, sustainability, or a related field. OR Two years of experience in planning and research related to one of the following: land use, urban economics, human services, environmental issues, conservation, or other work directly related to City planning and development work, and a bachelor’s degree in planning, urban design, environmental studies, public administration, sustainability, or a related field. How to Apply: A PDF of your current resume A cover letter explaining how your experience, skills, and values align with this job Why Work for the City of Seattle? At the City of Seattle, public service is more than a job; it’s a chance to shape the future and make a meaningful difference in the lives of everyone who works, lives, or plays in our city. Accommodations: Individuals with disabilities will be provided with reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

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