Senior Sustainability Communications Specialist

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Date: Apr 8, 2024

Location: Houston, TX, US, 77002

Company: CenterPoint Energy

CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years.

Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.

Our Commitment: CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.

At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.

Job Summary

We are seeking a dynamic Sustainability Sr. Specialist to join our Corporate Sustainability team and support the goals and objectives of the corporate sustainability reporting function.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record of developing and executing effective programs that support environmental, social and governance (ESG) goals. Key priorities include managing components of CenterPoint Energy’s corporate sustainability report and annual disclosures from planning to completion. This position takes a lead role in directing and serving on a variety of assigned working groups composed of key internal stakeholders.

This position requires excellent corporate writing, collaboration and communication skills, and the ability to think creatively and solve complex problems.

Essential Functions

• Support the development of the corporate sustainability report, including writing effectively in a consistent style and format and editing content received from subject matter experts.

• Develop, implement and monitor communications and/or project plans and processes from inception to completion.

• Workcollaboratively with stakeholders and cross-functional teams to direct ESG messages and data needs across the organization that is accurate and complete.

• Drive collection of company-wide content and data; analyze, measure and track activities using the Workiva ESG module, which serves as a repository for auditable ESG content and data.

• Develop presentations on ESG performance, trends and recommendations for various audiences.

• Serve as a subject matter expert on corporate sustainability topics, the sustainability website and the Workiva ESG platform.

• Act as a key point of contact with sustainability website vendor for enhancements, visuals and updates.

• Research current and emerging sustainability trends to ensure programs and initiatives are up to date.

• Independently solve moderately complex issues with minimal supervision, while escalating more complex issues to appropriate staff.

• Monitor and evaluate the success of sustainability initiatives.

• Maintain an ongoing understanding of industry ESG best practices and reporting standards.

• Support day-to-day activities related to the sustainability function as assigned.

Education Description

• Bachelor's degree in sustainability, environmental policy, business administration, communications, marketingor a related field from an accredited college or university.

Experience

• Requires aminimum of 5 years of relevant work experience with strong, proven experience in writing, editing, and managing projects and plan from planning to completion.

Qualifications

• Strong critical thinking and communication skills, with the ability to present metrics, explain findings and articulate issues and challenges together with proposed solutions.

• Excellent and proven written and verbal communication skills.

• Experience working in collaboration with cross-functional teams and engaging with diverse stakeholders.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and data management software; graphic design skills are a plus.

• Ability to multi-task and quickly prioritize projects and work well under pressure and tight deadlines.

• Familiarity with ESG reporting tools, data systems and platforms preferred.

We want you to know

Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.

At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.

What we bring to you

• Competitive pay

• Paid training

• Benefits eligibility begins on your first day

• Transit subsidies

• Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off

• Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston

• Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement

• 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution

Job Type: Full Time

Posting Start Date: 04/08/2024​

Posting End Date: 05/08/2024

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

Nearest Major Market: Houston

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