Digital Product Owner

How You’ll Make An Impact As a Digital Product Owner, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping advance the goals of the Product Management team. In this role, you’ll take ownership of the product backlog by translating strategy to execution via clear, prioritized sprint work, driving key initiatives such as the ongoing development and optimization of the Arc platform in alignment with our mission and strategic goals. You’ll report to the VP of Product Management and Design and be part of a matrixedteam environment where your contributions will help shape impactful outcomes. You’ll work closely with teams like Product Design, Technology, and Project Management Office (PMO),and may regularly partner with Operations, Legal, Finance, and Technical Development, Certification, and Marketing to iteratively deliver value. Key Responsibilities

• Own the product backlog: define, prioritize, and refine epics, features, and user stories aligned to product strategy and KPIs.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, validate assumptions, and create clear acceptance criteria.
• Lead sprint ceremonies with the Scrum team (planning, backlog grooming, reviews) and ensure readiness of user stories for development.
• Partner with product managers to develop product roadmaps, balancing user value, technical feasibility, and business outcomes and impact.
• Use data to drive decisions: define success metrics, analyze product performance, run A/B tests, and iterate based on insights.
• Collaborate with product design and UI/UX to deliver intuitive experiences and ensure design quality.
• Work with the project management office, technology/application development, and other key stakeholders to prioritize and sequence work, manage dependencies, and remove blockers; make trade-off calls within sprints on scope, quality, and timelines.
• Communicate progress, risks, and outcomes to stakeholders; prepare release notes.
• Run usability/functional tests, accept user stories, and validate benefits against desired outcomes.
• Ensure compliance, accessibility, and security standards are met.

Assessment Notice Candidates who advance in the interview process will be required to complete an assessment; more details will be provided as the time approaches. Required QualificationsExperience

• 5+ years of experience as a digital product owner or manager

Education

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g. Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience).

Technology/System(s)

• Software development lifecycle tools (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps)
• Wireframing and diagramming tools (e.g., Visio, Miro, Lucidchart)
• Product planning and roadmapping tools (e.g., Aha!, Notion)

Skills

• Strong skills in backlog management, user story writing, and acceptance criteria.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and prioritization skills.
• Solid understanding of API-driven products, SQL basics, and ability to discuss trade-offs with engineers.
• Proficient in web analytics and A/B testing.
• Familiarity with design thinking and agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban/SAfe).

Certifications

• Certified Scrum Product Owner (desired but not required)

Language

• English

About Our Total Rewards PackageSalary Final compensation and benefits will be confirmed at the time of offer and may vary based on factors such as internal equity, relevant experience, qualifications, and employment status. Please note that salary negotiations will not extend beyond the top of the internal salary range.Benefits We offer you:

• Competitive compensation
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Professional development reimbursement
• We offer a healthcare plan through Cigna that includes medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs. USGBC covers 100% of the premiums and an HRA that will assist you and your dependents in reaching the in-network medical deductible. You will only be responsible for the $300 individual / $600 family up front deductible for medical services before the employer funded HRA will process payments for your in-network claims
• Generous paid time off (12 paid holidays, 9 paid personal sick days and based on career level either 2 to 3 weeks PTO), including operations closed for a full week between Christmas and New Year’s
• 6 weeks paid renewal leave after 7 years of continuous service

LOGISTICSLocation: This position is remote in U.S. Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM in candidate’s time zone Travel %: 5% EEO STATEMENT The U.S. Green Building Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. About UsU.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is a mission-driven nonprofit dedicated to accelerating and scaling the transformation of the built environment. Through LEED—the world’s most widely used green building rating system— and initiatives likes Greenbuild, the Center for Green Schools and advocacy, USGBC empowers professionals to drive market transformation that advances human and environmental health, climate resilience, and equity. Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI) is the world’s leading sustainability and health certification and credentialing body, independently recognizing excellence in performance. GBCI administers project certifications and professional credentials and certificates including LEED , WELL , EDGE , PEER , PERFORM , SITES , TRUE Zero Waste , and IREE. We are proud to be globally recognized for our leadership in green building, environmental performance, and sustainable development. Our Global Impact

• Over 120,000 LEED-certified commercial projects worldwide
• Millions of square feet of certified healthy, efficient, low-carbon space
• Recognition in 180+ countries for innovation in green building and business practices

Why Join Us?About At USGBC and GBCI, you’ll work alongside passionate, mission-aligned professionals who care deeply about people, the planet, and progress. We offer:

• A purpose-driven, inclusive culture
• Opportunities to grow your career and take ownership of meaningful work
• A chance to make a measurable impact on global sustainability efforts
• We’re seeking team members who thrive in collaborative environments, are committed to excellence, and want to build lasting partnerships that drive change in the built environment.

Meet Our Leaders And Learn More About Our Mission

• U.S. Green Building Council Leaders
• Green Business Certification Inc Leaders

Culture and Values Statement Working 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.