Chicago Housing Authority is committed to enhancing the quality of life for its residents through sustainable practices. The Sustainability Analyst will support the Agency’s Sustainability Plan by working on energy efficiency projects, renewable energy initiatives, and improving indoor environments across the housing portfolio.
Responsibilities
- Support the implementation of the Agency’s Sustainability Plan by assisting with projects that reduce energy consumption, lower utility costs, and improve climate resilience across the housing portfolio
- Assist with energy benchmarking and performance tracking for Agency buildings, including data collection, analysis, quality control, and reporting using Energy Star Portfolio Manager
- Support the development, administration, and monitoring of contracts related to energy efficiency, energy management, and energy performance contracting (EPC), including coordination with vendors, consultants, and internal departments
- Leverage knowledge of building systems and performance (e.g., HVAC, envelope, lighting, controls) to support building decarbonization strategies, energy efficiency upgrades, and renewable energy initiatives
- Assist with researching, applying for, and administering grants, incentives, and creative financing opportunities that support sustainability, energy efficiency, and decarbonization projects
- Provide administrative and technical support for sustainability-related projects requiring legal, regulatory, or procedural approvals, including preparation of documentation, coordination with legal/procurement teams, and tracking project milestones
- Analyze energy, utility, and building performance data to help identify efficiency opportunities, evaluate project impacts, and support decision-making for sustainability initiatives
- Support sustainability initiatives that improve resident health and well-being, including projects related to indoor environmental quality, open space activation, and climate resilience, while incorporating community benefits into project planning
- Work with the Environmental Health and Safety team to address issues related to indoor air quality and mold
- Provide support for implementing CHA’s Community Garden/ Urban Farm program
- Work independently and as part of a team to manage and coordinate day-to-day project related activities
Skills
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in environmental science, sustainability, engineering, or related field, with a minimum of 1-2 years of sustainability related experience
- This individual must possess excellent communication (written, verbal and interpersonal)
- Effective problem-solving skills along with excellent organizational and planning experience
- LEED Green Associate or LEED AP accreditation, WELL AP, Fitwel Ambassador, Energy Manager in Training/Certified Energy Manager is a plus
Benefits
- Vacation, Sick and Personal, competitive PTO package
- Medical (HMO, PPO, and No employee cost High-Deductible PPO)
- Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Parking Transit
- Prepaid Legal Services
- Brightstar 529 College Savings Plan
- Identity Theft Protection
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance
- Deferred Compensation Plan: Empower 457/401(a) with a 3% employer match
- Pension Plan: CHA makes contributions on behalf of the employee, along with the employee's 3% contribution; 100% vesting occurs after 6 years of continuous employment or opt-out of CHA's Retirement Plan and continues to participate in the Municipal Employees Annuity and Benefit Fund of Chicago
- Hybrid work schedule (position specific)
- This position may be eligible for remote work following a successful completion of a 90-day probationary period according to CHA’s established policies and procedures.
Company Overview
The Chicago Housing Authority provides homes to more than 50,000 families and individuals. It was founded in 2004, and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is http://www.thecha.org/.