Climate Resilience Associate

About Us

Groundbreaker. Game changer. Pioneer.

TRC has long set the bar for clients who require more than just engineering, combining science with the latest technology to devise innovative solutions that stand the test of time. From pipelines to power plants, roadways to reservoirs, schoolyards to security solutions, clients look to TRC for breakthrough thinking backed by the innovative follow-through of an industry leader.

TRC's professionals work with a broad range of commercial, industrial and government clients and the communities they serve. We deliver breakthrough solutions that address local needs -- so our clients can better succeed in an ever-changing world.

Working at TRC means tackling interesting, meaningful projects. We pride ourselves on our collaborative spirit, entrepreneurial zeal and agile corporate structure. We recognize that the expertise of our staff is our strongest asset, so we generously reward employees for successful performance and invest in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications.

TRC has established a leading climate risk and resilience practice that specializes in assessing climate vulnerability and risk, evaluating and prioritizing adaptation strategies, and producing implementable and actionable climate plans for clients.

TRC is seeking a Climate Resilience Associate to join our team supporting clients’ growing needs for evaluating physical, transition, and organizational climate risks, and adaptation strategies. The successful candidate will be highly motivated and eager to learn with experience with technical written and verbal communications with agencies and the general public. Our team supports transportation agencies, utilities, state agencies, and private companies, among others.

• Support our efforts with transportation and public agencies in climate risk and resilience, equity-based communications, and climate program development and implementation.
• Prepare technical summaries, memoranda, website content, and email correspondence
• Update and maintain an editorial calendar to guide
• Perform climate-related research and physical and transition risk impact analyses
• Schedule and plan internal and external meetings including developing agendas and presentation materials, taking notes, and tracking action items
• Translate technical topics into materials that resonate with non-technical audiences
• Communicate effectively with clients, the public, and internal TRC staff
• Other duties and special projects, as assigned

• 5 to 8 years of consulting experience in climate planning, risk, and resilience topics
• A bachelor’s degree is required. All degrees will be considered including a degree in Environmental Policy, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Civil or Environmental Engineering, Political Science, and Sociology.
• Strategic thinker and comfortable with innovating during project work
• Experience balancing multiple projects, timelines, and deliverables
• Able to hit the ground running in a fast-paced exciting environment
• Strong ability to prioritize, organize, and perform across multiple work assignments
• Excellent organization and communication skills are mandatory
• Ability to work independently, as part of the team, and cross-collaboratively with other groups
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, and other written materials for various audiences
• Ability to translate technical topics into materials that resonate with non-technical audiences
• Proposal experience is a plus
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.
• Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).
• All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.
• TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.

* These benefits are applicable to US employees depending on…