Environmental Sustainability Specialist

Job Overview

We are seeking mission-driven Environmental Sustainability Specialists to oversee and advance eco-efficiency programs. Your work will directly support national clean energy mandates and the transition to net-zero federal operations.

Core Responsibilities

• Align site operations with DOE Orders, Federal Sustainability Plans, and executive orders on climate resilience.
• Monitor and report greenhouse gas (GHG) inventories utilizing federal carbon accounting frameworks.
• Collaborate with facility engineers on microgrid, renewable energy, and smart-meter implementation projects.
• Manage compliance for hazardous and non-hazardous waste diversion, focusing on federal circular economy targets.
• Design and execute water-use efficiency programs for complex facility infrastructure and cooling systems.
• Agregate facility utility and emission data to complete mandatory annual Federal Automotive Statistical Tool (FAST) and sustainability dashboards.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Sustainability, or a closely related technical field.
• Experience: 3-5+ years managing sustainability or environmental compliance programs, preferably within federal or highly regulated sectors.
• Security Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE 'L' or 'Q' security clearance as required by the facility.
• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Greenhouse Gas Protocol guidelines and federal data management systems.

Preferred Skills & Credentials

• Certifications: Certified Energy Manager (CEM), LEED AP, or Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP) training.
• Agency Knowledge: Direct familiarity with DOE Order 436.1 (Departmental Sustainability) and related federal site handbooks.

Job Location

Oak Ridge, TN. Onsite only.

Company Information

• Strata-G is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.
• The company does not sponsor applicants for immigrant or non-immigrant work visas.
• The successful candidate will be required to submit evidence of identity and employment authorization.
• Tests for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR 707.4, will be conducted by Strata-G and a background investigation by the Federal government may be required to obtain an access authorization prior to employment.