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Sustainability Specialists in New Jersey

Sustainability specialists help organizations reduce environmental impact by managing waste, implementing green building practices, and developing sustainable procurement strategies. They work across industries—manufacturing, real estate, government, and corporate offices—analyzing operations to find ways to cut waste and improve environmental performance. In New Jersey the median pay is $91,060 a year, 10% above the national median of $83,050.

$91,060median pay in New Jersey, per year
$71,680–$117,260middle half earn
34,210employed in New Jersey
$83,050U.S. median, for comparison
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Who is hiring in New Jersey

5open roles like this on employer career sites, 0 in New Jersey or remote
2employers hiring
0posted in the last 7 days
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What it takes

Preparation: Considerable preparation (most need a bachelor’s degree and several years of experience). Most hold a bachelor’s degree.

Skills that matter most

Reading ComprehensionWritingSpeakingActive ListeningCritical ThinkingComplex Problem SolvingJudgment and Decision MakingMonitoring

Knowledge areas

Administration and ManagementLaw and GovernmentEducation and TrainingEnglish LanguageBuilding and ConstructionCustomer and Personal Service

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O*NET-SOC 13-1199.05. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, New Jersey, annual.