Emissions Analyst

Date: Nov 22, 2024

Location: Birmingham, AL, US, 35203

Company: Spire Inc.

Company Overview

At Spire, we believe energy exists to help people. To enrich their lives, grow their businesses, advance their communities. It’s a simple idea, but one that’s at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to understanding the needs of the homes and businesses we serve. That's why we're always looking for driven, collaborative people to join our team. Because we believe that offering our customers the best service means bringing together the best people.

And we find the best by hiring those who share our values of drive, safety, inclusion and integrity, and demonstrate our four essential behaviors that bring the Spire vision, mission and culture to life:

  • We make it happen: We are a company of go-getters, acting on every opportunity to help our company advance
  • We collaborate: We put teamwork first, bringing in everyone’s ideas, because our collective energy makes us stronger
  • We seek out perspective: We challenge ourselves to be open to different ways of doing things, because learning from each other leads to breakthroughs
  • We care: We treat people how we want to be treated, listening closely and doing what’s right, even when it’s hard

By living our values and behaviors every day, we strive to create an environment where every employee feels welcome, respected and valued.

Summary

Spire is seeking an Emissions Analyst to work at either the St. Louis, Kansas City, or Birmingham Spire business office location. This position will focus on data collection, documentation, verification, data management, analysis and planning of Spire operational emissions and associated information required to be reported to federal, state and local regulatory authorities. This position will assist Environmental Commitment with voluntary reporting to industry groups such as the American Gas Association and ONE Future and other entities as assigned. 

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Collect and maintain asset data required for emissions calculations and/or measurement.
  • Analyze and assess documents, files, and data to be used in reporting and project development.
  • Develop reports and presentations for internal and external audiences.
  • Work with the Sustainability Department to automate Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) data gathering and reporting through establishing connections from various company systems of record.
  • Manage tracking and reporting of key performance indicators related to Environmental Compliance.
  • Support the data gathering, calculations, writing, design, and overall development of the Company’s regulated emissions reporting and permitting calculations. 
  • Assist Environmental Compliance and Sustainability with compliance and voluntary reporting to agencies/frameworks.
  • Work closely with outside service providers that assist with emissions reduction initiatives, including assisting with the selection of such providers.
  • Assist Sustainability developing emissions and carbon footprint reduction strategies and solutions, and scout for new technologies and best practices.
  • Help determine process improvements in our Company emission reduction initiatives and support implementation of market best practices.
  • Draft and develop trainings on emissions awareness and reduction topics to further ESG awareness throughout the Company.
  • Assist Sustainability track voluntary environmental metrics and progress toward goals.
  • Cross train on environmental compliance matters, such as waste management, field inspections and permitting.
  • Perform other related and assigned duties as necessary.
     

Essential Characteristics and Competencies

  • Ability to work with different functional groups and levels of associates to achieve results effectively and professionally.
  • Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal/team communications skills.
  • Read and process written information with a high degree of accuracy.
  • Accomplish multiple tasks within the agreed upon timeframes through effective prioritization of duties within a fast-paced environment.
  • Conduct problem solving and research used to support decision making and propose recommendations.

Supervisory Responsibilities

N/A

Required Education (certifications, licenses)

  • Bachelor’s degree in relevant field of study from an accredited college or university.
  • Preferred advanced education and/or certifications in sustainability, environmental science, or other related fields.

Required knowledge, skill and abilities

  • Two years of relevant emissions analysis, sustainability or environmental experience or post-graduate related degree.  
  • Experience in the natural gas industry (preferred).
  • SharePoint, and PowerPoint).
  • Knowledge of sustainability data gathering, database management, and data analysis (preferred).
  • Experience working in business intelligence software such as Tableau and OBIEE (preferred).
  • Knowledge of analytical and quantitative skills (preferred).
  • Knowledge of ESG data collection software (preferred).
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook,

Physical demands, environment and schedule

  • Work Environment: Work is normally performed in a shared office environment. 
  • Occasional outdoor work in varied weather. When conducting field work, may be exposed to natural gas and other chemicals, extreme hot and cold outdoor temperatures, near moving mechanical parts, exposed to moderate to loud noise level, and work near traffic.
  • Working Hours: Typically, 8 hours a day, Monday through Friday.
  • Overtime may be required to meet strict deadlines
  • Travel: Occasional travel may be required.
     

Posting Requirements

Spire accepts online applications through our career site at jobs.spireenergy.com

 

Posting requirements: The above posting description is intended to describe the general nature of the level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Spire, Inc. and its subsidiaries are Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity employer. 

 

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all areas, including but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, selection, training, education, compensation, benefits, promotion, job transfer, upgrading, separation, and recall regardless of the individual’s race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, and/or other protected categories under all Federal, State, and local laws. For more information, please view our Integrity and Inclusion pages of our career site.


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