Chief Strategy and Sustainability Officer

The City of Los Angeles is a world-class city with a vibrant, diverse economy, and an unparalleled quality of life. Los Angeles is the second largest city in the United States and has a multi-ethnic population of approximately 4 million. The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) is one of over 40 departments in the City of Los Angeles and for more than 100 years, LADWP has provided the city with reliable water and power service.

LADWP has a current workforce of over 11,000 employees and a combined annual budget of $6.7 billion. LADWP operations are financed solely by the sale of water and electric services. LADWP owns and operates facilities in Los Angeles, the Owens Valley and in several Western States. LADWP is the largest municipal electric utility in the nation and exists to serve all customers with safe, reliable, and cost-effective water and power.

CHIEF STRATEGY AND SUSTAINABILITY OFFICER

The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) is at the forefront of the clean energy transition, committed to fostering sustainable and equitable growth for our communities and customers. We are seeking a visionary and dynamic Chief Strategy and Sustainability Officer (CSSO) to lead our efforts in shaping and executing our sustainability strategies and driving innovation in our narrative around clean energy. The CSSO will report directly to LADWP’s Chief Executive Officer and Chief Engineer, and will be responsible for managing the staff and overseeing the operations and activities of the Sustainability and Environmental groups, including the corporate sustainability report; cap and trade; Green House Gas emission reporting; Federal grants team; Low Carbon Fuel Standard credit proceeds; and corporate strategy, including electrification strategies, hydrogen, LA 100, equity strategies, and Electrical Vehicle / Voluntary Protection Programs / Vehicle to Grid programs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The CSSO will also be responsible for:

• Stakeholder Engagement
  • Identifying and partnering with key stakeholders, including leading environmental and social non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and economic development organizations
  • Continuing to foster relationships and collaborating with diverse groups to support our sustainability and strategic goals
• Environmental Strategy Development
  • Continuing buildout of enterprise-wide equitable environmental strategies to better serve customers and communities
  • Championing initiatives that drive sustainability growth and reduce environmental impact across the organization
• Strategic Programs and Partnerships
  • Engaging with divisions to establish strategic programs and partnerships aligned with our sustainability goals
  • Showcasing our contributions and commitment to economic development and job creation through collaboration and sustainable practices
• Innovation
  • Demonstrating innovation in our clean energy transition and shape the corporate narrative on our progress
  • Establishing new goals and key performance indicators to monitor continued improved performance

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• Qualified applicants must have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university AND at least four years of management experience at the Director level with progressively increasing responsibility in corporate strategy, corporate sustainability, and/or environmental planning and management.
• Candidates must demonstrate the level and impact of their leadership experience through specific projects and/or initiatives listed on their resume.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Related certifications, such as a Sustainability Excellence Associate (SEA) credential or Sustainability Excellence Professional (SEP) credential issued by the International Society of Sustainability Professionals are preferred.

EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The current salary range is $268,725 to $333,871 per year. A highly competitive benefits package includes benefits established by resolutions of the Board of Water and Power Commissioners, such as parking, a take-home vehicle, subsidized health and dental insurance, sick leave, vacation, two floating holidays, 13 paid holidays, an annual executive physical (must be taken while employed), life insurance, retirement, and disability/death benefits. Reimbursement of relocation expenses may be considered.

TO BE CONSIDERED

• Please use the following link to download the brochure for this position: https://www.ladwp.com/sites/default/files/2024-08/DWP-CSSO-Brochure.pdf 
• Electronic submissions are required. Interested candidates should immediately submit a resume, cover letter of interest, and four work-related references (include name, job title, affiliation, and telephone number) via email to: per.execsearch@lacity.org
• Note: When emailing your application material, the subject line should reflect your name and the job title you are applying for. Interested applicants should submit their application as soon as possible.
• In order to be considered, resumes must include: A description of the size and function of the organizations managed; description of your role in the organization; at least one major professional accomplishment in which you played a key role; and any relevant experiences or unique characteristics which could further qualify you for this position.
• The search may close on Friday, August 30, 2024, or when a sufficient candidate pool is achieved.
• Upon submission of the application documents, applicants may be asked to complete a supplemental questionnaire. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to the next phase of the selection process, which is an interview. Questions and confidential inquiries may be referred to per.execsearch@lacity.org.

Note: The position of Chief Strategy and Sustainability Officer is an exempt, at-will management position. The incumbent will not accrue any civil service tenure, contractual employment rights or due process rights. The Chief Strategy and Sustainability Officer is appointed by and serves at the pleasure of the Chief Executive Officer. The incumbent may be removed, without any finding of cause, by the Chief Executive Officer. Such removal would not be reviewable or appealable.

The City of Los Angeles is an Equal Opportunity Employer