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Description
Eastern Research Group, Inc. (ERG) is a nationally recognized environmental consulting firm. With offices across the country, we serve a spectrum of clients, including federal agencies, state and local governments, and non-governmental organizations.
Position Overview:
ERG's Arlington, VA, office is seeking a qualified and motivated individual to support federal greenhouse gas (GHG) management initiatives including emissions quantification, inventory compilation, and emissions reduction strategies, as well as day-to-day project implementation efforts.
Responsibilities:
- Performing extensive quantitative and qualitative data collection, quality assurance, and analysis
- Developing GHG emission inventories
- Reviewing literature on GHG accounting methodologies
- Writing papers, presentations, and techincal reports
- Staying abreast of new developments in federal GHG emissions accounting guidance and policy
- Updating emission factors
- Researching and monitoring renewable energy and offset market activities
Qualifications:
Candidates should have: a bachelor's degree in the physical sciences, math, mechanical, engineering, or related field of quantitative study with 1-3 years of experience; familiarity with GHG emission inventories and/or emissions accounting principles; strong quantitative skills; an excellent eye for detail; and superb writing and organizational skills.
Candidates should be fluent in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint, and should have a desire to contribute to and excel within a fast-paced and growing team of young professionals. Candidates should also be capable of working independently without extensive oversight. Candidates should demonstrate self-initiative and ability to multitask. Familiarity with current climate change legislation, offset and green power markets, and database development/management a plus.
Excellent written and oral communication skills are a must.
Compensation: ERG benefits include:
- Medical insurance for individuals, couples (including domestic partners), and families
- Voluntary dental insurance
- Life insurance and long-term disability
- Educational benefits
- A generous 401k plan
- Profit sharing
- Paid overtime
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Sick leave
- Flexible work hours
- Paid maternity and paternity leave
- Flexible spending accounts
To Apply:
Please email a cover letter, resume, and 2 writing samples and make sure to include "ATTN: ARLLR1207092A11" in your subject line. No phone calls please.
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