Climate Data & Policy Advisor — Emissions & Equity

NYC Mayor's Office of Climate & Environmental Justice; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market competitive salary

Exceptional benefits

Equity for full-time roles

Job summary

A governmental climate agency in New York City seeks a Climate Data and Emissions Specialist to manage greenhouse gas inventories and lead data-driven climate initiatives. Ideal candidates will have a background in environmental science, with 3–5 years of experience in climate policy or GHG accounting, and proficiency in data analysis tools like Power BI and GIS software. The position offers a salary range of $80,000 to $95,000, along with excellent benefits. NYC residency is required within 90 days of appointment.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of professional experience in climate policy or GHG emissions accounting.
• Experience with GHG inventory protocols.
• Familiarity with New York City policy context.

Responsibilities

• Lead data-driven initiatives to support climate and environmental justice goals.
• Manage GHG inventories and analyze emissions data.
• Apply GIS software for spatial analysis of climate impacts.
• Collaborate on climate and environmental justice research.

Skills

GHG emissions accounting

Data analysis

GIS software proficiency

Data visualization tools

Strong analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related field

Master’s degree

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Python

R

GIS software

Job description

A governmental climate agency in New York City seeks a Climate Data and Emissions Specialist to manage greenhouse gas inventories and lead data-driven climate initiatives. Ideal candidates will have a background in environmental science, with 3–5 years of experience in climate policy or GHG accounting, and proficiency in data analysis tools like Power BI and GIS software. The position offers a salary range of $80,000 to $95,000, along with excellent benefits. NYC residency is required within 90 days of appointment.