Technical Manager, GHR

Company Overview
Since 1984, SCS Global Services has been a pioneer and leader in the field of sustainability standards and third-party certification, working across the economy in the natural resources, built environment, food and agriculture, consumer products, and climate sectors. Partnering with companies, government agencies, NGOs, and stakeholders, we are striving to advance sustainable development goals through independent assessment, the application of sound science, and innovative solutions. Through these services, we are enabling decision-makers and purchasers to make informed decisions, giving innovators a competitive edge, and helping to drive the development of leadership standards to create a framework for continuous improvement.

Job Overview
The Global Heat Reduction Initiative (GHR), hosted by SCS Global Services, serves as a comprehensive climate registry, footprint verification, and advisory platform. It supports businesses, governments, and investors in making informed sustainability investments by evaluating their impact on reducing near-term atmospheric heat. Our goal is to support efforts that can stabilize and ultimately restore Earth's climate, while simultaneously providing additional human health and environmental co-benefits in concert with UN Sustainable Development Goals. Our team is focused on projects that can be effectively deployed and scaled rapidly to slow the rise in global temperatures, using available and emerging methods and technologies.

We are seeking a detail-oriented Technical Manager to join our team and support the implementation of our next-generation climate accounting registry. As a specialist in climate mitigation, you will be supporting the in-house technical lead for this new climate accounting registry – the only one on the market to issue credits backed by reductions in fast-acting, previously unaccounted-for climate pollutants including methane, black carbon, and HFCs, as well as measures to mitigate the loss of climate-critical ecosystems and heat-reflective ice- and snowpacks.

In this role, you will lead the methodology development process across various climate drivers and projects. Additionally, you will be responsible for meticulously reviewing project design descriptions and other technical documentation, ensuring compliance with the registry standard. You will also provide technical support to GHR's broader activities in climate advocacy, and help private sector, government, and NGO partners apply our next-generation climate accounting standard. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical acumen, excellent writing and organizational skills, and a dedication to upholding the highest standards of compliance and transparency. You should demonstrate the ability to thrive in a startup environment in an exciting new field of climate action.

Relevant Standards/Schemes

• Global Heat Reduction (GHR) Footprint Verification Standard
• Global Heat Reduction (GHR) Registry Standard
• Others, as determined

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead methodology development for reduction of methane, HFC, black carbon, tropospheric ozone, albedo, etc., and support projects that are seeking to develop or update methodologies
• Revise methodologies that undergo a public consultation process and an expert assessment, ensuring that all feedback is incorporated and addressed
• Review prospective project design, methodologies, and documentation
• Review project validation and verification processes, ensuring compliance with all requirements from technical standards and documentation
• Establish and manage a system for internal and external inquiries
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the registry’s technical processes
• Prepare training materials on the Radiative Forcing (RF) protocol and GHR Standard for internal auditors, and provide technical guidance as needed

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Atmospheric, Environmental, or Climate Science related field and
• 3+ years of professional experience in climate science or related field and
• 1+ years of experience managing technical carbon registry operations or a closely related role
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple methodology developments
• Well-developed research, analytical, and reporting skills
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and project management software tools
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in a relevant field
• 1+ years of direct experience developing methodologies for emission reduction programs
• Advanced project management skills

The above description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Additional duties outside of normal responsibilities may be required from time to time as assigned.

Working Remotely
SCS is recruiting all open roles to be remote; allowing our employees the ability to work flexibly and allowing SCS as a company to diversify the experience and perspectives of our growing workforce. This is a home-office based role and may include travel with local, domestic, and/or international trips. Details will be clarified during the recruitment process.

Estimated Annual Salary
$72,000 - $94,000

EEOC Statement
SCS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. SCS complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.