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City of Cambridge, MA

Energy & Sustainability Analyst

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A Sustainability Specialist addresses environmental sustainability issues for companies or organizations, including university systems. Develops strategies for reducing energy costs, promotes environmentally friendly production, business or maintenance practices.

$85,436 / year median in Massachusetts

+28% projected growth

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Energy & Sustainability Analyst City of Cambridge, MA•3.4 Cambridge, MA Job Details $84,506•$114,076 a year 2 hours ago Qualifications Project reporting Performance monitoring Data integrity assurance Portfolio monitoring Data analysis reporting Budgeting support Data validation techniques Engineering Bachelor's degree in public policy Performance Reporting Renewable energy Metrics Reporting Research Mid-level Technical report writing Environmental Science Climate change programs Data summary reports Climate change Analysis skills Bachelor's degree in engineering Environmental data analysis Driving Data quality monitoring Grant project management Bachelor's degree in environmental science Climate change mitigation Project management experience in energy Building performance analysis Facility management
Full Job Description Posting Date:
7/16/26
Department:
DPW•
Planning and Administration Job Code:
M909 (ID#1778)
Salary Plan/Grade:
119
Number of Hours Per Week:
37.50
Additional Work Hours Information:
Union Affiliation:
None # of openings: 1
Type of Employment:
Regular Civil Service Type:
None
POSITION SUMMARY
The Energy and Sustainability Analyst manages and analyzes municipal energy and greenhouse gas data to support mandated and voluntary reporting, budgeting, and planning. Reporting to the Project Manager, Level 1, the role provides analytic and program support for energy-efficiency and sustainability projects in City facilities, including tracking initiatives, grant writing and administration, new-initiative research, and use of tools such as MassEnergyInsight and
ENERGY STAR
Portfolio Manager.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES
The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various type of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Manage municipal energy and greenhouse gas emissions data to support energy efficiency, emissions reduction, and sustainability across Department of Public Works (DPW) managed facilities and operations and City departments. Oversee tracking and analysis of municipal energy performance and greenhouse gas emissions reductions Coordinate with City departments and energy utilities to ensure that energy meters are functioning as expected and that utilities are collecting accurate meter reads for electricity, natural gas, and other energy sources; flag and resolve metering discrepancies. Track and analyze EV charging data at City-owned chargers to monitor public and fleet usage, primarily utilizing data from ChargePoint and similar platforms; report on utilization trends and inform planning decisions. Prepare and submit required annual energy and emissions reports, including: DOER's Green Communities annual report, the City's Building Energy Use Disclosure Ordinance report, DOER Large Building Energy Reporting, and other mandated local, state, or program reports. Perform routine data quality checks to ensure that data reported to the City by utilities are accurate and complete, including reviewing utility bills and monthly municipal energy data for errors or anomalies; investigate and resolve discrepancies. Work closely with the Public Buildings Division, facility managers, and fleet managers to maintain high-performing municipal facilities through ongoing monitoring of energy trends and management of energy use, coordinating with other departments and utilities to ensure electric and natural gas meters function properly and accurate meter readings are collected. Collaborate with Capital Buildings Projects and other facility-improvement teams to identify and track metrics for high-performance buildings. Assist with coordinating and overseeing energy-efficiency, Clean Fleet, and other sustainability projects. Assist with project planning and implementation through grant writing and administration. Develop new initiatives by researching best practices in energy management and sustainability and collaborating with facility managers and City workgroups to implement them. Perform other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Experience Bachelor's degree in engineering, environmental science, sustainability, data analytics, public policy, or a closely related field; Two (2) years of related professional experience; An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Technical experience should include strong data and analytical skills, preferably applied to energy efficiency, facility management, and renewable energy technology, policy, and programs. Ability to coordinate projects and build consensus. Excellent organizational, communication, computer, writing, and analytical skills. The ability to work independently and take initiative. In-depth understanding of climate change and energy issues, including direct experience in implementing energy efficiency and sustainability projects. Ability to work and interact effectively with individuals and groups across diverse identities, cultures, backgrounds, and ideologies.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the general supervision of the Project Manager, Level 1, with administrative direction from the Fiscal Director; performs work with considerable independence within established policies and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and evaluation of results.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
This position provides no direct supervision but may coordinate and provide guidance to interns, consultants, or vendors on specific energy and sustainability projects.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work involves frequent site visits and in-city travel to meetings, including driving and physical activities such as walking, bending, squatting, reaching, and stretching.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Work is primarily performed in an office setting with prolonged periods of computer use, but may include occasional travel to City facilities for site visits that require walking, standing, climbing stairs, and carrying materials or equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Please upload the below documents to complete your application: Resume Cover Letter The City of Cambridge's workforce, like the community it serves, is diverse. Applicants must have the ability to work and interact effectively with individuals and groups with a variety of identities, cultures, backgrounds, and ideologies.
ABOUT THE CITY OF CAMBRIDGE
The City of Cambridge is a diverse and vibrant community that 120,000 residents of different ethnic, racial, religious, U.S. nationals and other backgrounds call home. We take pride in our City's diversity and strive to create a workplace that is reflective of the community we serve•one in which all employees can thrive. The City is also deeply committed to creating an environment in which all our employees are treated equitably and feel included. In joining our team, you would work in a workplace environment that advances and values antiracism, diversity, equity, and inclusion (ADEI), and that is committed to embedding ADEI best practices and tenets in all aspects of our work. City of Cambridge residents are especially encouraged to apply to job openings.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION
The City of Cambridge is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, or any other protected category. Women, minorities, veterans, members of the LGBTQ+ Community, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The City is committed to advancing a workforce culture of antiracism, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Auxiliary aids and services, written materials in alternative formats, and reasonable modifications in policies and procedures will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities free of charge, upon request by contacting Human Resources at .