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$109K/yr
Average Salary
4 years
Years of Education
+6%
Job Growth
Many
Total Jobs
Lead corporate sustainability strategy: ESG reporting (SEC climate rules, EU CSRD), carbon accounting, supplier audits, renewable energy procurement, community-impact programs. Sit between operations, finance, legal, and communications.
$72K
Starting
$109K
Average
$145K
Senior
High School Diploma or GED
Foundation requirement for all pathways
Bachelor's Degree in Sustainability Studies
Typically 4 years
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Field
Business & Finance
Required Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Time in School
4 years
Job Demand
10-Year Job Growth
+6%
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Pay range
$72K–$145K
10th–90th percentile
Job growth
+6%
projected 2024–2034
Number of jobs
—
unavailable
As fast as average
Moderate demand growth expected
Typical duties
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Mapped to Managers, All Other (11-9199) — ESG/sustainability roles don't have a dedicated SOC yet. 6% growth; demand boosted by SEC climate disclosure rules + EU CSRD compliance.