Job Title: Environmental Credit Analyst

Department: Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Programs

Reports to: Sr. Director, GHG Programs

Company Name: California Bioenergy

Office Location: Costa Mesa, CA.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Annual Salary Range: $75,000 to $85,000

Annual Potential Bonus: Up to 5%

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with match, and professional development opportunities.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

California Bioenergy LLC (CalBio) is one of the country’s leading developers of dairy digester projects. Our projects generate renewable natural gas and electricity which is used as a vehicle fuel to power clean trucks, buses, and cars. Founded in 2006, CalBio works closely with local dairy farmers, the California Air Resources Board (CARB), the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA), the California Public Utility Commission (CPUC), the California Energy Commission (CEC), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the dairy industry to develop projects that reduce greenhouse gases (GHGs), protect local air and water quality, create local jobs, and provide a new revenue stream along with other meaningful benefits to its dairy partners. Along with its affiliate, Midwest Bioenergy LLC, CalBio is undertaking the development, construction, ownership, and operation of dozens of dairy digester projects across the country.

POSITION PURPOSE

The Environmental Credit Analyst is responsible for analyzing, administering, and supporting environmental commodity programs associated with CalBio's renewable natural gas portfolio. This position plays a key role in the generation, verification, forecasting, compliance management, and commercialization of environmental credits, including Renewable Identification Numbers (RINs), Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) credits, Canadian Clean Fuels Regulation (CFR) credits, California Carbon Offset Credits (CCOs), Renewable Energy Credits (RECs), and other emerging environmental commodities.

Reporting to the Senior Director of GHG Programs, the Environmental Credit Analyst applies specialized knowledge of environmental markets, regulatory requirements, carbon accounting methodologies, and data analysis to evaluate environmental commodity opportunities, support business decision-making, and ensure compliance with applicable state and federal programs.

The position requires the exercise of independent judgment and discretion in interpreting program requirements, analyzing environmental and operational data, identifying discrepancies, supporting audit processes, and developing recommendations that affect environmental credit generation and revenue optimization.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Environmental Credit Program Management

Analyze operational, environmental, and transactional data to support the generation and management of environmental commodities, including RINs, LCFS credits, CFR credits, CCOs, RECs, and future market-based environmental products.
Interpret regulatory requirements and program guidance to determine compliance obligations and credit generation eligibility.
Evaluate environmental credit generation activities for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to applicable regulatory standards.
Identify risks, inconsistencies, and opportunities within environmental credit processes and recommend corrective actions or process improvements.
Monitor environmental commodity inventories and support strategies that maximize value while maintaining regulatory compliance.

Regulatory Compliance and Reporting

Support compliance activities associated with the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS), California Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS), Canadian CFR, Cap-and-Invest programs, Renewable Energy Credit programs, and other environmental market frameworks.
Participate in the preparation, review, and submission of environmental market documentation, regulatory reports, attestations, and supporting records.
Evaluate regulatory updates, market developments, and policy changes, assessing potential impacts to CalBio operations and environmental credit generation.
Assist with the interpretation and implementation of new compliance obligations, methodologies, and reporting requirements.

Data Analysis and Forecasting

Develop, maintain, and analyze environmental commodity forecasting models used by executive leadership, finance, accounting, treasury, and commercial teams.
Analyze production volumes, dispensing data, carbon intensity information, and regulatory program metrics to support forecasting accuracy and business planning.
Perform trend analysis and scenario modeling to support revenue projections and strategic decision-making.
Produce periodic reports, dashboards, and analytical summaries for management review.

Environmental Commodity Transactions

Support the transfer, retirement, recording, and reconciliation of environmental credits within applicable regulatory and market platforms, including LRT, CDX, CITSS, WREGIS, and other environmental registries.
Review transaction records, settlement information, and support documentation to ensure completeness and compliance.
Coordinate with accounting and finance personnel to support accurate revenue recognition, invoicing, reconciliation, and financial reporting related to environmental commodities.
Analyze transaction data and prepare reports supporting internal business decisions and market activities.

Audit, Verification, and Quality Assurance

Participate in third-party verification activities, regulatory reviews, quality assurance programs, and environmental commodity audits.
Analyze supporting documentation and operational data to validate environmental credit calculations and compliance submissions.
Investigate discrepancies identified during audits, verifications, or internal reviews and recommend corrective actions.
Develop and maintain quality assurance and quality control procedures designed to improve data integrity, reporting accuracy, and program compliance.

Stakeholder Collaboration

Serve as a cross-functional resource to operations, data management, accounting, finance, commercial, and compliance teams.
Collaborate with auditors, verification bodies, counterparties, environmental credit buyers, fuel marketers, and government agencies to resolve technical questions and support business objectives.
Assist in evaluating and onboarding counterparties by coordinating due diligence and Know Your Customer (KYC) documentation requirements.
Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Continuous Improvement

Identify opportunities to improve environmental credit accounting, forecasting, compliance, reporting, and operational processes.
Recommend enhancements to systems, controls, workflows, and analytical tools designed to improve efficiency and reduce risk.
Participate in special projects, strategic initiatives, and business process improvements supporting CalBio's growth and environmental objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in: Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Engineering, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Sustainability, Related discipline. Equivalent combinations of education and relevant experience may be considered.

Two (2) or more years of professional experience in environmental markets, renewable fuels, sustainability programs, carbon accounting, environmental compliance, commodities, finance, accounting, energy markets, regulatory affairs, or related disciplines.
Experience analyzing data, evaluating compliance requirements, and supporting business decisions using quantitative information.
Experience using advanced Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of California LCFS regulations and the federal Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) program.
Familiarity with environmental commodity markets, including RINs, LCFS credits, RECs, and carbon offsets.
Experience supporting environmental audits, regulatory verification activities, or compliance reviews.
Experience with registry systems including LRT, EPA EMTS, CITSS, WREGIS, CDX, or similar platforms.

Strong analytical and quantitative reasoning skills.
Ability to interpret regulatory requirements and apply them to business operations.
Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment when evaluating complex information.
Strong financial, accounting, and forecasting aptitude.
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to prioritize multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis, modeling, and reporting functions.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments.
Strong problem-solving and process improvement capabilities.

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