Existing Buildings Associate

HOW YOU’LL MAKE AN IMPACT

As an Existing Buildings Associate, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping advance the goals of USGBC. In this role, you’ll take ownership of optimizing the utilization of all technical products servicing existing buildings, driving key initiatives such as project timelines and deliverables, product promotion, research and improving the user experience of our existing buildings products in alignment with our mission and strategic goals.

You’ll report to the Senior Director, Existing Buildings and be part of a collaborative team environment where your contributions will help shape impactful outcomes. You’ll work closely with teams like Product Management, Project Management, Certification and Marketing and Communications.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with establishing the strategy for optimizing utilization of all technical products servicing existing assets – both as independent products and in coordination across products.
• Support implementation of customer communications that explain and promote technical products serving existing assets, ensuring messaging is accurate, consistent, and aligned with product intent and technical requirements.
• Research and benchmark comparable programs, offerings, and educational content from peer organizations, ensuring technical development and product strategy decisions are informed by external market signals and emerging approaches.
• Support the maintenance of existing LEED O+M technical products with periodic updates to credit language, guidance, and supporting materials, ensuring ongoing technical rigor, clarity, and consistency with program objectives.
• Provide general support for development of new versions of LEED O+M technical products.
• Assist in articulating the technical requirements of all technical products serving existing assets to internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Assist in the development of educational content related to the technical application of requirements within technical products serving existing assets 
• Collaborate with internal staff, volunteers, and subject-matter experts to develop/refine technical content and supporting resources, ensuring requirements are implementable and aligned with best practices 
• Assist in development of internal SOPs to guide associates on the technical and tactical application of credit requirements, exceptions, and work around solutioning
• Support communication of updates, adjustments, and changes required with Arc to IT
• Provide general support including preparing committee memos, meeting agendas, and volunteer committee communications.
• Regularly review data collected on projects in Arc and provide insights on building performance and credit application for technical products serving existing assets
• Track work progress and communicate cross-functional needs (including Arc-related updates/adjustments) using tools such as Microsoft Office, Salesforce, and Smartsheet, ensuring clear handoffs, and on-time execution.

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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience 

• 2+ years of experience in the built environment, program coordination, project management, or standards/compliance environment
• Familiarity with USGBC products (LEED, TRUE) and certification processes

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in the built environment, sustainability, environmental science/policy, operations or related field 

Technology/System(s)

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office required
• Proficiency with Salesforce and Smartsheet preferred but not required
• Experience leveraging AI or integrating AI capabilities to automate workflows, enhance knowledge management, and/or improve product development

Skills

• Strong writing and communication skills
• Ability to multi-task, manage competing priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment 

• Strong organizational and project management skills 
• Ability to establish and maintain strong interpersonal relationships with a diverse array of individuals and constituents 
• Outstanding interpersonal skills. Ability to think strategically and translate organizational goals into technical strategies. 
• Detail orientation with high standards for quality, documentation, and data integrity without consistent supervision.
• Commitment to USGBC mission 

Certifications

• LEED GA or AP recommended

Language

• English

ABOUT OUR TOTAL REWARDS PACKAGE

Salary 

Final compensation and benefits will be confirmed at the time of offer and may vary based on factors such as internal equity, relevant experience, qualifications, and employment status. Please note that salary negotiations will not extend beyond the top of the internal salary range.

Benefits

We offer you:

• Competitive compensation
• 401(k) with employer matching

• Professional development reimbursement
• We offer a healthcare plan through Cigna that includes medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs. USGBC covers 100% of the premiums and an HRA that will assist you and your dependents in reaching the in-network medical deductible. You will only be responsible for the $300 individual / $600 family up front deductible for medical services before the employer funded HRA will process payments for your in-network claims
• Generous paid time off (12 paid holidays, 9 paid personal sick days and based on career level either 2 to 3 weeks PTO), including operations closed for a full week between Christmas and New Year’s
• 6 weeks paid renewal leave after 7 years of continuous service 

LOGISTICS

Location: Remote, U.S. or hybrid position in Washington, DC headquarters

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m. in the team member’s local time zone, with occasional meetings scheduled in Eastern Time.

Travel %: 5% for occasional conferences, speaking events, and team retreats

EEO STATEMENT

The U.S. Green Building Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

ABOUT US

U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is a mission-driven nonprofit dedicated to accelerating and scaling the transformation of the built environment. Through LEED—the world’s most widely used green building rating system— and initiatives likes Greenbuild, the Center for Green Schools and advocacy, USGBC empowers professionals to drive market transformation that advances human and environmental health, climate resilience, and equity.

Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI) is the world’s leading sustainability and health certification and credentialing body, independently recognizing excellence in performance. GBCI administers project certifications and professional credentials and certificates including LEED,  PERFORM, SITES, and TRUE Zero Waste.

We are proud to be globally recognized for our leadership in green building, environmental performance, and sustainable development.

Our Global Impact

• Over 120,000 LEED-certified commercial projects worldwide
• Millions of square feet of certified healthy, efficient, low-carbon space
• Recognition in 180+ countries for innovation in green building and business practices

Why Join Us

At USGBC and GBCI, you’ll work alongside passionate, mission-aligned professionals who care deeply about people, the planet, and progress. We offer:

• A purpose-driven, inclusive culture
• Opportunities to grow your career and take ownership of meaningful work
• A chance to make a measurable impact on global sustainability efforts
• We’re seeking team members who thrive in collaborative environments, are committed to excellence, and want to build lasting partnerships that drive change in the built environment.

Meet Our Leaders and Learn More about our Mission: 

• U.S. Green Building Council Leaders
• Green Business Certification Inc Leaders