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Classification
Modern power-system classification not yet published for this listing.Legacy source industry field: Utilities
Pay provenance
Employer-provided pay
Job Description
Wednesday November 04, 2026
Key Responsibilities
The Senior Sustainability Program Specialist works closely with business segments and departments to understand and advance sustainability practices and reflect those practices in Ameren's disclosures. As part of the Corporate Sustainability team, the Senior Specialist develops and implements ESG reporting strategies and processes, supports environmental compliance tracking and reporting, and provides sustainability program support. The Senior Specialist is expected to be self-motivated, analytically minded, and an effective written communicator, with experience in sustainability highly desired. The position also conducts research and analysis of sustainability data to support business and program needs.
Lead cross-functional efforts to prepare reports supporting Ameren's sustainability reporting initiatives, including the Sustainability Report, St. Louis Green Business Challenge, EPRI Sustainability, EEI, ESG rating agencies, AGA, and other applicable reporting frameworks. Participate in external sustainability organizations to share Ameren's approach and identify industry best practices.
Lead activities associated with the ESG Score Management Team, including maintaining the ESG rating scorecard, monitoring rating agency developments, coordinating responses and engagement with ESG rating agencies, and conducting peer benchmarking analyses.
Lead cross-functional projects and workstreams to support successful sustainability outcomes across Ameren. Support corporate sustainability and environmental event planning and management activities as needed to advance Ameren’s sustainability strategy.
Lead and support business and corporate materiality and priority assessments that inform business strategies and sustainability commitments.
Develop and maintain standard operating procedures and processes that promote consistent, effective ESG and sustainability reporting.
Educate internal stakeholders on Ameren's sustainability strategy and contribute to sustainability-related presentations, communications, and training initiatives.
Represent Ameren, as appropriate, at professional meetings, conferences, industry organizations, and other external engagements.
Develop and implement sustainability program initiatives in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
Maintain the internal sustainability website through routine updates, content development, information sharing. Support company-wide sustainability communications initiatives and plans.
Gather, compile, track, analyze, and interpret sustainability data, while optimizing data collection and analysis processes. Develop benchmarking comparisons with peer utilities and other companies.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or Engineering, Sustainability, Economics, Business or other related field from an accredited college or university.
Five years or more of professional experience (including co-op or internship experience) in sustainability and/or environmental fields required. Advanced degree in sustainability or environmental may be considered in lieu of experience.
This position requires the following Ameren competencies: Think Customer, Inspire and Engage, Foster Innovation, Drive Results, Champion Learning, Build Trust, and Be Strategic.
Advanced degree in Sustainability, Environmental Engineering/Science, Environmental Policy, MBA or related field.
Experience with quantitative and qualitative analysis of environmental data and/or sustainability topics.
Prior experience with ESG and sustainability or environmental management system data platforms, databases, and tools is a plus.
In addition to the above qualifications, the successful candidate will demonstrate:
Excellent interpersonal and team building skills.
Strong analytical and assessment skills
Strong computer application skills
Strong presentation skills
Attention to detail, ability to handle work with different priorities, and efficient time management to meet deadlines.
Ability to drive results aligned with Ameren’s values.
Self-motivated and proactive, with demonstrated creative and critical thinking capabilities.
Benefits & Perks
Medical coverage on date of hire
100% employer paid cash balance pension plan
401(k) with company match fully vested on date of hire
Minimum of 15 days paid vacation and 12 paid holidays
Paid parental leave and family caregiver leave
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