Air Resource Specialist - Climate Action Planner

Dudek
United States, California, Encinitas
305 3rd Street (Show on map)
Jun 03, 2025
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 environment and this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, etc. This job may also require occasional project site visits, based outdoors which can include excessive noise, uneven walking surfaces, extreme weather, and moving vehicles and equipment. Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This job requires the following: Working on a computer, sitting, or standing for long periods of time in an office or remote office setting. Attending meetings, both in person and virtually, and speaking on the phone with peers, clients, etc. Specific vision abilities, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Dudek is committed to creating a workplace where all employees, regardless of their background, feel valued, respected, and have equal opportunities to succeed. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to our business success, and we are dedicated to fostering a culture where everyone can thrive. We are committed to fair and equitable processes, based on merit, free from any discrimination. Dudek is genuinely committed to equal employment opportunities within our company and on our project teams. Dudek is also committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in Dudek's operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of Dudek, including supervisors and coworkers. Equal employment opportunities will be extended to all persons (including those with disability and veteran status) in all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination. Any employee who violates this policy and Dudek's commitment to equal employment opportunities will be subject to disciplinary action. Dudek is a U.S.-based employer. All positions are based in the United States and require U.S. work authorization.