Product Sustainability Certification Reviewer/Specialist - Part-Time Green Seal Inc Washington, DC Job Details Part-time 7 hours ago Qualifications Safety data sheet (SDS) reading Record keeping Customer communication Document review (document control) Regulatory compliance evaluation Environmental compliance Research Microsoft Office Customer relationship management Compliance documentation Document management systems

Full Job Description About Us:

Green Seal® is the leading U.S. eco-label, symbolizing transparency, integrity, and proven environmental leadership. We develop life-cycle-based standards and certify products and services that meet strict criteria for human health, reduced environmental impacts, and effective performance. Operating as a nonprofit since our founding in 1989, Green Seal has certified thousands of products and services in over 450 categories, and is specified by countless schools, government agencies, businesses and institutions.

Office:

All Green Seal employees are currently nearly 100% virtual from home offices, but a hybrid work environment could be implemented in the next 1-2 years. Employees may be required to start a hybrid arrangement that requires going to a downtown DC office 4-6 days per month. About the

Role:

The Product Sustainability Certification Reviewer/Specialist helps with the certification and compliance monitoring review work for Green Seal's Product Certification Standards and Services programs in categories including cleaning, personal care, paper and paint products, hotels and lodging properties, commercial and institutional cleaning services, and residential cleaning services. They partner with our customers to identify science-based sustainability leadership in the marketplace. Responsibilities include collecting information from customers and public sources; assessing conformance with technical and non-technical criteria per Green Seal Standards; managing deadlines; and communicating findings to customers and colleagues.

Job Responsibilities:

Manage certification review and compliance monitoring projects o Manage customer document submission, confidential business information, project timelines, and customer expectations in support of service evaluations o Communicate Green Seal's requirements to customers throughout the evaluation process o Research and address customer questions and technical issues as they arise Conduct service evaluations (GS-33, 42, 49) o Review cleaning service policies, procedures, and records to assess conformance with Green Seal standards o Review service literature and marketing materials to ensure conformance with Green Seal standards and proper trademark usage o Produce documentation packages demonstrating services' conformance with each Green Seal requirement and maintain related records Serve as technical lead for service reviews o Addresses technical and procedural issues and escalates to Director of Certification as needed o Assists Customer Success with services inquiries and potential applications Take ownership of services program o Manages and coordinates auditor and consultant assignments for services o Develops internal and client tools and guides to help with the certification process o Initiates program improvements o Stays abreast of industry trends and news Organizational support o Participates in Clients-in-Trouble Team with Customer Success Department o Participates in other Green Seal strategic initiatives o Performs other duties as required Requirements Education, Experience, & Credentials Bachelor's Degree with at least two years of relevant experience required, or Master's Degree with at least one year relevant experience preferred. Coursework in one or more of: chemistry, biology, environmental science, toxicology, statistics. Training or experience in environmental sustainability, as it pertains to products and hospitality and cleaning industries, is highly preferred. At least one year of experience in regulatory or private eco-label/certification bodies on certification and compliance monitoring Experience reviewing documents like safety data sheets and raw material disclosures, record keeping, and CRM/document management. Proficient in MS Office Excellent communications skills. Experience working with workflow platforms and databases is desired. Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities):

Customer Focused:

Need to ensure customers receive timely and accurate communication

Integrity:

Commitment to Green Seal's mission and values

Collegiality:

Strong work ethic and experience working collaboratively with a team

Efficiency/Initiative:

Ability to learn quickly, juggle multiple tasks, prioritize effectively and meet deadlines

Quality/Compliance:

Attention to detail and timelines

Analytical:

Identifies the logical, factual outcomes based on the data, information and analyses conducted

Communication:

Articulates thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively in written and oral forms to persons inside and outside the organization Working Conditions This is largely a sedentary position that requires the ability to speak, hear, see, and lift small objects up to 15 lbs.

Travel Requirements:

May require the ability to periodically travel locally, regionally, and nationally. No travel presently required. Work Authorization Requirements Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Green Seal, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce at all levels of the organization. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. 4-year degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience