Climate Change Analysts

Course Advisor; United States; On-site; USD 42,520 - 124,620; Full time

Job summary

Course Advisor is seeking a Climate Change Analyst to research and analyze policy developments related to climate change. The role includes making legislative recommendations, preparing grant applications for funding programs, and developing outreach educational programs. Candidates should possess strong skills in problem-solving, critical thinking, and effective communication, with a preferred background in relevant tools and technologies. This position offers a chance to impact environmental management significantly and contribute to awareness campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Make legislative recommendations related to climate change.
• Research policies for climate or environmental management.
• Prepare grant applications for climate change programs.
• Write reports on climate-related studies.
• Analyze climate-related research findings for stakeholders.
• Develop educational or outreach programs on climate change.

Skills

Reading Comprehension

Writing

Active Listening

Speaking

Complex Problem Solving

Critical Thinking

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Python

MATLAB

SAS

R

Linux

UNIX

C++

Fortran

Perl

IDL

ESRI ArcGIS

Unidata IDV

GrADS

Ferret

Job description

Climate Change Analyst

Research and analyze policy developments related to climate change. Make climate‑related recommendations for actions such as legislation, awareness campaigns, or fundraising approaches.

Responsibilities

• Make legislative recommendations related to climate change or environmental management, based on climate change policies, principles, programs, practices, and processes.
• Research policies, practices, or procedures for climate or environmental management.
• Prepare grant applications to obtain funding for programs related to climate change, environmental management, or sustainability.
• Write reports or academic papers to communicate findings of climate‑related studies.
• Analyze and distill climate‑related research findings to inform legislators, regulatory agencies, or other stakeholders.
• Develop, or contribute to the development of, educational or outreach programs on the environment or climate change.

Key Skills

• Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
• Writing: Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
• Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Speaking: Talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Complex Problem Solving: Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Types of Climate Change Analyst

• Senior Associate, Climate and Energy Program
• Energy Assessor
• Ecological Risk Assessor
• Global Climate Change Analyst
• Climate Change Risk Assessor

Job Outlook

In 2016, there were an estimated 89,500 jobs in the United States for Climate Change Analysts. New jobs are being produced at a rate of 11.1%, above the national average. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts 9,900 new jobs for Climate Change Analysts by 2026. Due to new job openings and attrition, there will be an average of 9,500 job openings in this field each year. States with the most job growth: Utah, Nevada, Colorado. States with the least job growth: Maine, Alaska, Maryland.

Salary

Typical yearly salary ranges between $42,520 and $124,620. Highest salaries are found in District of Columbia, California, and Colorado.

Tools & Technology

• Microsoft Excel, Word, Office, PowerPoint
• Web browser software
• Python, MATLAB, SAS, R, Linux, UNIX
• C++, Fortran, Perl, IDL
• ESRI ArcGIS, Unidata IDV, GrADS, Ferret