We at USGBC believe our buildings can create a healthier, more sustainable future. Many of our staff cite their personal alignment with the mission as the primary reason they work for USGBC, but that’s just one of many reasons.
A diverse and inclusive workplace
USGBC draws exceptional staff from diverse professional backgrounds and experiences. Staff are passionate, driven, intellectually curious and supportive of one another. Our team structure encourages a strong sense of camaraderie and connection.
A global organization
We’re a global organization with offices in North America, South America, Europe and Asia, and our remote workforce expands our presence even further. This diversity makes the organization stronger and better able to advance the global green building movement
Forward-thinking
The fast-paced approach of our leadership drives staff to innovate and to look beyond the immediate future. We prize future-focused, imaginative and optimistic thinking and seek employees with an entrepreneurial spirit.
Flexible and adaptable
USGBC has an established culture of flexibility and adaptability. We balance high expectations for individual and team performance with respect for employees’ personal pursuits outside the workplace.
Working at USGBC
With competitive salaries, excellent benefits and an organizational culture that supports individuals, we attract talented and dedicated staff.ÌýWorking together, each of us advances our mission by respecting all voices, trusting and supporting one another, excelling through collaboration and accountability, and continuously improving ourselves and our organization.
Situated at the intersection of business, environmental science, building design and construction, and data science and technology, we provide opportunities to learn on the job and advance skills and knowledge. Learn about our leadership, mission and vision.
USGBC offers a wide range of benefits to full-time employees.
Comprehensive health insurance coverage for employees, their spouses/partners and children. USGBC covers premiums at 100%; coverage includes dental and vision.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
No Cost Life Insurance/ADD insurance
Opportunity to purchase supplemental Life/ADD insurance
Short and Long Term Disability
401(k) Plan with Match
Employee Assistance Program
Family Leave
Annual Leave/Vacation Time
Paid Sick Leave
12 Paid Holidays
6 weeks of Renewal Leave for staff celebrating monumental tenure
Equal Opportunity Employer
USGBC is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind of based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.ÌýView the DEI vision statement.
"From the first day of starting my job at the USGBC, I have felt completely and utterly supported, trusted, heard, empowered, and appreciated in the most genuine ways! I love that I get to work with conscientious, mission-driven colleagues and customers. I appreciate what USGBC has been able to accomplish to date, leading a transformation in a market by working with the market. It's wonderful to be a part of that bold effort to regenerate the health of our planet and people." Eylul Wintermeyer, Green Building Specialist
"Over the past five years at USGBC I have had the opportunity to be part of a diverse team to build one of the newest LEED products, LEED for Cities. It has been a great process to work with passionate and smart colleagues. One of the most rewarding aspects of my job is working closely with our customers, local government leaders, and helping to create tools and platforms that advance the important work of urban sustainability." David Abell, Senior Manager
"The work USGBC does is critical when I consider my role in creating more equitable spaces (literally and figuratively) for future generations. I am grateful for the lessons learned, ideas exchanged, and memories made with each and every stakeholder I've had the pleasure of working with to deliver some pretty amazing products to markets around the globe in the past 5 years. It's been a great ride and I'm looking forward to the possibilities as I continue to support the organization's mission and vision." Jaclynn Cross, Project Manager
"Since joining USGBC in 2007, I have spent my entire time as part of the Finance team. It's been a wonderful opportunity all along. The culture is so positive, caring, and so many people go out of their way to help each other. I feel valued, heard, and my work means something when I am at USGBC. I am so proud of the company's vision in sustaining the health and wellness of people within communities and I cannot think of a better place to grow my career." Tala Soltanion, Director of Finance
"The built environment is a major contributing factor to climate change, it’s also something we have real solutions in hand to fix. That is exactly why I wanted to work in the USGBC marketing department. I feel a real sense of purpose being part of this mission to make the world more sustainable through green buildings. Being able to quantify our impact on climate change makes me proud of the work we do." Jake Rose, Email Marketing Manager
"It has been eye-opening to learn about the environmental impacts of the building sector. I believe that we should do everything we can to reduce our carbon footprint, and every day I get to help businesses, organizations and governments talk about how adopting LEED standards is helping create more sustainable communities." Deisy Verdinez, PR & Communications Director