Verification Scientist I, GHG Forestry

Company Overview
SCS Global Services is a pioneer and leader in the field of sustainability standards and third-party certification, working across the economy in the natural resources, built environment, food and agriculture, consumer products, and climate sectors for over 40 years. As a Benefit Corporation, we are committed to socially and environmentally responsible business practices, and through the application of sound science, we are driving positive change.
Job Overview
SCS' Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Verification Program has been verifying carbon offsets since 2008 and to date has verified over 380 million tonnes of CO2e, providing GHG verification services to a wide array of industries including manufacturing, transportation, municipalities, and non-profit organizations. The GHG Verification Program draws upon SCS's established expertise to serve the global carbon market. SCS has been voted Best Verification Company several times. Buyers of SCS-verified offsets include several Fortune 100 companies and SCS is a recognized thought leader in the carbon and climate change communities.
The Verification Scientist I, GHG Forestry is a lead auditor responsible for conducting assessments under various voluntary and compliance carbon offset standards. Project types include those in the Forestry and Land Use category (e.g. Improved Forest Management, Afforestation/Reforestation, REDD+, wetlands, mangroves, soil carbon) and landscape level sustainability programs. Areas of responsibility include document review, quantification, growth and yield modeling, geospatial analysis, onsite forest reconnaissance and measurement activities, interviews with stakeholders, and report writing for offset carbon projects and programs worldwide.
Relevant Standards/Schemes
American Carbon Registry (ACR)
California Air Resources Board Cap-and-Trade Program
Climate Action Reserve
Climate, Community, and Biodiversity Alliance
Verified Carbon Standard
Other relevant schemes
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Auditing
Assess management practices and project documentation of carbon projects
Perform document review and quantitative analyses, including review of inventory calculations, forest growth and yield models, GIS, and/or remote sensing information
Conduct site visit activities, including interviews with project personnel, site reconnaissance activities, and evaluating forest inventory practices
Issue verification findings and write audit reports
Oversee work of contract auditors/consultants
Complete clear technical audit reports with increasing complexity (e.g., expansive scope, complex industry, standard), including applicable calculations, interpretation of testing results, and research
Client Management
Coordinate the audit process with clients
Ensure that clients provide data and information necessary for audit
Respond to client questions and concerns
Ensure high level of customer service and client satisfaction
Manage a portfolio of audits concurrently with some support and supervision
Quality Management
Maintain thorough and current working knowledge of program standards and protocols
Recommend and implement program changes as needed to maintain SCS’s compliance with ISO quality standards
Participate in the internal and external audit process as needed
Auditor Training
Participate in the training of staff and contract auditors/consultants
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Forestry or a relevant scientific field and
2+ years of professional experience in a related field
Experience with the application of standard forest inventory techniques in the field
Experience with the application of field measurement techniques
Proficiency in ArcGIS and/or remote sensing applications
Exceptional quantitative skills
Excellent writing, communication, and organizational skills
High proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Access
Initiative and ability to work independently under pressure in a changing environment
Responsive and adaptive to team environment
Ability to travel domestically to conduct audits
Preferred Qualifications
Master's Degree or higher in a relevant scientific field
Excellent quantitative skills with an emphasis on biometrics, statistics, and growth and yield modeling
Experience with financial analysis and/or natural resource economics
California Registered Professional Forester or other Certified Forester credential
ARB-accredited Lead Verifier for the Compliance Offset Protocol - US Forest Projects
CAR Lead Verifier
Based in the Southeastern United States
The above description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Additional duties outside of normal responsibilities may be required from time to time as assigned.
Working Remotely
SCS is recruiting all open roles to be remote; allowing our employees the ability to work flexibly and allowing SCS as a company to diversify the experience and perspectives of our growing workforce. This is a home-office based role and may include travel with local, domestic, and/or international trips. Details will be clarified during the recruitment process.
Estimated Annual Salary
$60,000 - $88,000
EEOC Statement
SCS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. SCS complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Work arrangement
Yes