Senior Associate, Climate

LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.

LA28 is the independent, non-profit, privately funded organizing committee for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We are on a singular mission to create an Olympic and Paralympic Games that celebrate all that this city and country have to offer, delivering an unparalleled experience for athletes, fans, partners and our community.  

The 2028 Games mark the return of the Summer Games to the U.S. for the first time in 32 years and Los Angeles’ third time hosting an Olympic Games and first time welcoming the Paralympic Games. This presents the unique and exciting opportunity to celebrate our legacy with the Games and push the Olympic and Paralympic Movements forward, writing a new chapter of Games history in Los Angeles.  

Putting on an Olympic and Paralympic Games is a team sport. To build a Games unlike any the world has seen before, we need the best team in place–a team full of diverse perspectives, experiences and expertise. We are guided by the following set of values and behaviors–optimism, integrity, excellence, inclusion, co-creation and boldness–and look forward to hearing about how your past experiences align with them.

Senior Associate, Climate

The LA28 Sustainability team is responsible for working across the organization to deliver a more environmentally sustainable Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2028. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Climate, the Senior Associate, Climate will be responsible for supporting the implementation of the Carbon Management and Reduction Plan and the refinement of the baseline carbon footprint for the LA28 Games. The Senior Associate, Climate will also support broader sustainability data management (reporting, collection, and tracking) across multiple areas (e.g., carbon, waste, water). This role spans supporting systems and programs for carbon measurement and reduction across the organization, including data governance mechanisms. It also involves engaging with internal teams to ensure that carbon reduction and other sustainability strategies are being implemented. The role requires technical knowledge of carbon accounting, mitigation best practices, and reduction strategies, as well as excellent stakeholder management skills and an ability to deliver in a fast-paced environment. The candidate should also have experience in the broader Sustainability and ESG atmosphere. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Support in the implementation of carbon reduction strategies across key functional areas. 
• Support the management of organization-wide data systems. This includes data reporting, collection, QAQC, and tracking for all sustainability needs (e.g., carbon, waste, water) from all suppliers across the organization. 
• Manage data collection processes on an annual basis and set up a data collection process for post-Games reporting.
• Continuously refine the carbon footprint forecast based on operational updates and reduction strategy implementation.
• Track and report progress against all LA28 climate targets.
• Support in the implementation of internal carbon pricing mechanisms.
• Support third party verification of our carbon footprint. 
• Monitor relevant regulatory developments and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local requirements regarding climate. 

Background & Requirements:

• 4+ years of relevant experience in conducting carbon footprint assessments and implementing carbon reduction strategies. 
• Experience managing carbon measurement and reporting at complex organizations.  
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong familiarity with GHG Protocol and current best practices for carbon measurement, specifically Scope 3.
• Strong familiarity with US-based and global emission factor databases.  
• Experience with data governance and management in complex organizations. 
• Experience supporting the implementation of successful carbon reduction programs within complex organizations.
• Familiarity with carbon reporting platforms including CDP, SBTi, ISSB, IFRS, SASB/TCFD, CSRD/ESRS, etc. Preferred: experience reporting to one or more of these platforms.  
• Strong familiarity with climate regulatory landscape, particularly in California.
• Experience communicating climate strategies while navigating greenwashing regulations.
• Experience working in a complex and fast-paced work environment where tasks change on a daily basis.
• Preferred experience with EcoInvent software. 

Expectations:

• Extremely detail oriented with excellent organizational skills. 
• Strong communication skills both in-person and over email. 
• Fluent in Office suite, specifically Microsoft Excel.
• Comfortable with very large, Excel-based data sets.
• Experience working with/in complex organizations.  
• Self-starter that thrives both independently and in a close-knit team environment.
• Comfortable asking questions and receiving and implementing feedback.
• A collaborative mindset: someone who prioritizes the team and fosters a culture of high performance without ego. 

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field 

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• This full-time position is located in the LA28 office in Los Angeles, California.
• Some travel, as needed, to external stakeholder offices, government agencies, and Games venues and facilities.
• The majority of work will be conducted in an office setting, requiring extended periods of time using computers, phones, and other office equipment.
• The LA28 office is an open floorplan working environment; employees must be able to work efficiently in an open cubicle environment. 

The annual base salary range for this position is $73,000 - $98,000. The pay scale provided is the range that LA28 reasonably expects to pay as starting base compensation for this role. All LA28 compensation remains subject to final determination based on individual candidate qualifications, experience, or other reasonable criteria consistent with LA28’s operational business needs and applicable law.

LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.

LA28 is committed to fair and unbiased recruitment procedures allowing all applicants an equal opportunity for employment, free from discrimination on the basis of religion, race, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, color, ethnic or national origin, or any other classification as may be protected by applicable law. LA28 will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and all applicable laws. We strive to build a team that is inclusive and encourage qualified candidates of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities to apply. We assess applications based on relevant skills, education, and experience a candidate can add to our team.