Woodward’s Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Commitment

At Woodward, no matter where you are from, your physical appearance, or how you identify, you deserve the opportunity to reach your greatest potential.  We are on a journey to achieve this as an organization and want to work closely with our members to set the right path.

We humbly acknowledge this will be an imperfect journey.  Yet, we are steadfastly committed to embracing the power of diverse people, perspectives and experiences for our current members, attracting the best talent across our communities, and creating an inclusive and rewarding workplace for all.

Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. 

Estimated annual base pay:  $160,000(minimum) - $200,000(midpoint) - $240,000(maximum) Long-term incentive compensation in the form of equityAll members included in annual cash bonus opportunity 401(k) match (4.5%)Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members  12 paid holidays, including floating holidays Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hireVacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave Paid parental leaveAdoption Assistance  Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life Member referral bonus Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible             Spending Voluntary benefits, including:  Home / Auto Insurance discounts Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave 

Position can be located in either the Denver or the Fort Collins office

 Are you ready to make your mark?  If you’re an Environmental, Social & Governance professional, we have an exciting opportunity for you.  The Director, Environmental, Social & Governance position reports to the General Counsel & Chief Compliance Officer, and oversees the development, implementation, and management of the Company's ESG strategy and overall program, including emissions identification and disclosures, ESG reports, social and corporate responsibility, and general ESG compliance. Responsible for the management of ESG initiatives and coordinates closely with executive leadership and all business functions to ensure that ESG initiatives are integrated into business strategies, enterprise risk management, and decision-making processes.

What You Will Be Doing 

Oversees and accountable for the effective development, implementation, and administration of the Company’s ESG program, including related strategies, programs, and initiativesPromotes, and drives collaboration on, ESG efforts across businesses and functional groups to ensure the successful implementation and rollout of ESG strategies, and actively promotes the identification and management of ESG risks and opportunitiesIn close collaboration with Legal & Compliance and Business Communications, leads and oversees the drafting of voluntary ESG reports and disclosures, legally required ESG disclosures, and other ESG communicationsLeads the identification, analysis, and determination of ESG frameworks, targets, metrics, and measurements on which the Company will reportLeads the identification and establishment of key ESG priorities, disclosures, and workstreams, as well as the establishment of relevant data collection and verification methods, standard work, and internal controls. Requires close collaboration with all functional groups within the CompanyCollaborates with key members of Legal & Compliance and other stakeholders to develop and implement policies, procedures, and programs to ensure compliance with ESG standards, regulations, and disclosure requirements, including applicable United States and European Union rules and directivesResponsible for analyzing regulatory trends and leading efforts to ensure the Company is positioned to comply with future regulationsIn partnership with Environmental Health & Safety and Finance, establishes process and controls associated with the gathering, verification, and auditing of Company’s emissions and natural resource consumption dataLeads the identification of pathways to reduce Company's environmental impact, including reducing emissions and natural resource consumption. Recommends to other executive leadership the establishment of commitments and/or goals for environmental improvement efforts, including but not limited to emissions reduction targets. Leads efforts to ensure the Company meets such commitments and/or goalsStandardize and oversee the process and guidelines for responding to customer and other stakeholder requests for the Company’s ESG commitments and information

What We Are Looking For 

8+ years Leadership experience in a corporate environment3+ years experience in ESG, sustainability, and/or corporate social responsibilityBachelor’s degree (BA/BS) requiredMaster’s degree (MA/MS) preferred

Application window is anticipated to close 30 days from original posting date.

This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position.  The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons. 

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).   All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce.   The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

Woodward is an Equal Opportunity Employer 

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