Sustainability & Risk Management Administrator

What is a Sustainability & Risk Management Administrator? 

The Sustainability & Risk Management Administrator works within the Sustainability and Risk department to coordinate activities in support of sustainability and insurance programs on behalf of the Company. This role has a focus in applying principles of Risk Management to analyze Central Hudson’s assets, earnings and risk information to prepare policies and reports. Risks can stem from a variety of sources including financial risks, legal liabilities, technology issues, accidents, and natural disasters. This role provides support for and maintains insurance relationships on behalf of the company. This role works closely with other departments within the Company to ensure appropriate accounting treatment and invoicing of financial transactions takes place as well as contributing to forecasting activities for the Company. This role supports the Company’s Sustainability efforts including reducing the risk of climate change impacts, promoting alternative technologies to reduce greenhouse gas impacts, and driving change management efforts, as needed. The selected candidate will work across operational areas at the company and will assist with tracking ongoing and implementing emerging climate regulatory policies. 

What does a Sustainability & Risk Management Administrator do?

• Manages daily insurance and hedging activities and reports

• Supports the preparation of annual budgets

• Supports the preparation of monthly and annual financial forecasts

• Implements best practices in Risk and Sustainability

• Responsible for the compilation and analysis of data in the preparation of reports and filings with regulatory agencies and other outside constituencies

• Involved with Risk Management and Sustainability activities

• Ability to manage projects

• Assists with special projects as needed

• Track and act on implemented regulatory and emerging climate risk policies

• Supports corporate and regulatory sustainability reporting requirements

• Provides support for storm restoration efforts

What does it take to be a Sustainability & Risk Management Administrator?

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, or related field with at least 2 years of relevant work experience in risk management, insurance, sustainability, or a closely related domain. In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, an associate’s degree in the aforementioned fields and 4 years relevant work experience in risk management, insurance, sustainability, or a closely related domain.

• Strong analytical, quantitative, organizational, and written/verbal communication skills

• Strong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and the ability to learn new computer software programs quickly

• Ability to understand how environmental, social and business factors interconnect

• Ability to work individually or as a team (with internal team members or cross-functional teams)

• Ability to adapt to a variety of assignments and manage a number of projects in a deadline-oriented, fast-paced environment

• Valid driver’s license

Preferred:

• Experience with Compliance programs

• Experience with Insurance and Risk programs

Applications will be accepted until July 7, 2026. 

This position has a career path which allows for advancement opportunities within a job series.  The title and level are commensurate with experience. Pay range: $73,000 - $151,500

Please go to https://www.cenhud.com/employment. Click the “Search Career Opportunities” button. Follow the directions to submit an application and upload your resume for the desired position.

Applications sent via e-mail and US Mail will not be accepted.  No phone calls or agencies, please.  All replies will be held in strict confidence.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, arrest or conviction record, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, genetic information, familial status, marital status, pregnancy-related condition, domestic violence victim status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance employment in individuals who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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