Environmental Professional

Job ID 10148115 Location Lake Buena Vista, Florida, United States Business Walt Disney World Resort Date posted Apr. 08, 2026

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Job Summary:

The Environmental Sustainability Line of Business is responsible for setting the strategy and leading the planning and development of environmental projects to achieve the Walt Disney Company’s (TWDC) 2030 environmental goals, which include emissions, water & oceans, waste, materials, and sustainable design. 

The Environmental Professional will cultivate environmental awareness with Cast and Leaders across the WDW property, providing support on project implementations designed to reduce the environmental impact of Walt Disney World operations, in alignment with The Walt Disney Company’s sustainability goals. They will facilitate change across all areas, including actions that require process and equipment changes, and influencing behavior impacting all leaders and Cast. They will be driving environmental efficiencies such as expanding recycling infrastructure, reducing plastics, water stewardship, and energy efficiencies by creating trusting relationships with champions, addressing implementation risks, celebrating successes and providing on-going support as Cast adapt to sustained changes. They will partner with Cast from all operations, business units and support areas to implement and sustain the programs driving towards Disney's sustainability goals

In this on-site Orlando based role, you will report to the Environmental Sustainability Manager.

This is a Full Time position.

What You Will Do

You will work in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing multiple projects simultaneously.
Influence and support leaders across all levels and lines of business to build foundational understanding of Disney’s environmental goals and advance sustainability initiatives.
Support efforts to address environmental challenges by participating in site walkthroughs with area leaders and contributing to follow-up and improvement recommendations.
Implement the cast engagement strategy by guiding necessary behavioral and process changes creatively and cost-effectively.
Engage and collaborate with local partners supporting daily operations to drive consistency across Walt Disney World and ensure smooth project turnover from the Environmental Sustainability line of business to the operation.

Required Qualifications & Skills

In-depth knowledge of business operations with strong problem solving, leadership, communication and influencing skills 
Proven track record in excellent negotiation, communication and engagement at multiple levels, with both technical and non-technical colleagues 
Conflict management skills to negotiate alignment with competing business priorities
Experienced leading and facilitating meetings with partners to drive culture change and implement environmental initiatives
Proficient in each of WDP&R's leadership competencies (Leadership, Management, Technical, and Relationships) Creatively resolve problems – sometimes in areas outside your realm of expertise – and work within a dynamic, sometimes ambiguous atmosphere
Proficiency with Microsoft Suite, collaboration applications, and project management tools
Walt Disney World operational experience
On average, 20-30 hours per week doing field work, walking with partners onstage and backstage, performing studies, handling waste in a variety of different weather conditions. Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in change management, communications, business or related field or 3+ years of relevant work experience

Additional Information

Benefits and Perks: Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life! This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities and special extras that only Disney can provide! Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits

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About Walt Disney World Resort:

Since opening in 1971, Walt Disney World Resort has played an important role in many childhood and family memories. Today, hundreds of millions of guests from around the globe visit this magical place to enjoy a Disney vacation. Through a combination of creativity, innovation and technology, the resort immerses guests in classic Disney tales and new kinds of family entertainment. Drawing from a rich heritage of storytelling, Walt Disney World Resort cast members bring Disney magic to life through unmatched attention to detail and superior guest service.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc., which is part of a business we call Walt Disney World Resort.

Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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