Job Tag: Renewable Energy/Sustainability

The Community & Sustainability Planner assists the Town Administrator in processing land use applications, clerks for the Planning Commission (PC) and Board of Zoning Adjustment (BZA), oversees the building permitting processes for Town, and guides and assists in meeting Town’s sustainability goals.

This position has direct responsibility for numerous aspects of land use, planning, building, and sustainability, as well as special project management, requiring strong organizational and technical skills. This position involves extensive public contact, necessitating excellent communication, interpersonal skills, customer service, independent judgement, and professionalism.

Essential Duties

Serves as Clerk to the Planning Commission (PC) and Board of Zoning Adjustment (BZA); attends PC and BZA meetings; prepares and posts agendas and packets; forwards information to PC and BZA members prior to meetings, takes minutes at meetings and transcribes them for public record; creates, updates, and re-designs documents such as variance applications, zoning requests, etc.
Reviews building permits and land use applications.
Serves as primary liaison with the contracted building inspection company, works with contractor to improve Building Department services, and maintains property files.
Initiates, organizes, files, safeguards, retrieves, and archives electronic and physical documents, files, and records in accordance with state and federal laws applicable to open records, confidentiality, and other issues regarding property files.
Serves as a back-up to the Town Clerk in the Clerk’s absence; performs some functions as required such as attending/clerking Town Board of Trustees meetings, preparing BOT packets/minutes, and answering inquiries regarding licensing and permitting.
Attends and reports on Sustainability Advisory Board (SAB) meetings, other Town meetings as needed, and sustainability initiatives to the BOT and Town Staff.
Maintains physical and electronic records for all sustainability projects, including tracking goals, achievements, and financial records.
Researches and applies for grands and other funding for sustainability projects.
Administers and coordinates all sustainability project grants, including evaluation of the program upon completion.
Liaisons with Colorado Communities for Climate Action, Xcel Energy, and other partners to continue to develop shared goals and projects.
Works with other mountain communities to share ideas and develop partner projects.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Demonstrates knowledge of computer software applications to include Microsoft Office and other networked computer functions, including Internet, Intranet, email, and social media sites.
Consistently demonstrates knowledge of and experience in use of spreadsheets and databases and work processing to track internal information.
Experience with record-keeping and professional, contemporary office practices and equipment.
Capable of producing quality and detailed work despite frequent interruptions.
Maintain confidentiality and handle matters of a sensitive nature.
Ab to work safely and to recognize and manage risk.

Education, Experience, and Formal Training

Valid Colorado Driver’s License at the time of hire.
Pursuance of Building Permit Tech certification within two years.
High School Diploma/GED required, plus at least four (4) years work experience in a professional office environment. College-level coursework and government experience desired. Strong preference will be given to candidates with prior experience in customer service, land use, clerking work, and/or sustainability. Knowledge of Nederland and surrounding areas will also be considered.

NRDC is seeking an Eastern Clean Energy Advocate to join the Eastern Regional team of the Climate & Clean Energy Program, with a focus on utility commissions and regulatory proceedings.

Our team is committed to transitioning our eastern economy to clean energy and addressing environmental and energy inequities through partnership, building the environmental movement and ambitious, effective policies. This position will be an integral part of the program’s advocacy success. This role requires a commitment to advancing a just, equitable, and sustainable clean energy future for the East and requires working collaboratively, and in a team-based setting with both internal and external partners, the ability to represent NRDC in the media and other public forums with credibility and enthusiasm, an interest in cultivating relationships with state and local elected officials and staff and state agencies, and the willingness to occasionally travel to various eastern state capitols (NY, NJ, PA, VA, NC) to advance NRDC’s policy goals. The position may be based in NRDC’s New York or Washington D.C. office (or based remotely in the Northeast/Mid-Atlantic) with an expectation to travel to NRDC offices on occasion for team meetings, etc., as needed.
Responsibilities

Work with NRDC’s Eastern Climate & Clean Energy team to build support at the state level to equitably advance the organization’s climate and clean energy policy priorities;
Lead (and/or assist with) NRDC’s work in certain critical utility commission proceedings related to renewable energy, energy efficiency, rate cases, electric vehicle infrastructure, and other priority policy areas;
Provide written and oral advocacy to further NRDC’s priorities with utility commissions and state environmental agencies;
Collaborate with a multi-faceted internal team of Climate & Clean Energy state leads, campaign, communications, public engagement, and policy experts at NRDC to further the organization’s state and regional policy priorities;
Conduct legal and policy research and support analyses to develop and support positions;
Collaborate with other NRDC staff and diverse stakeholders on regional efforts to advance multi-state climate and clean energy policies such as the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI);
Coordinate utility outreach efforts in the Northeast/Mid-Atlantic to advance our clean energy goals;
Be a central part of a strong and collegial team that is focused on collaboration, approaches advocacy with innovation and optimism, and is committed to using the full range of expertise within NRDC and among its partners to drive change.

Qualifications

Commitment to NRDC’s mission and values;
Masters, Law, or other graduate level degree in a related discipline(s);
5-7 years’ of work experience related to environment, climate, energy policy, or a related field;
Experience intervening in utility commission and related regulatory proceedings is preferable;
A sense of mission and passion for public interest and environmental advocacy;
Experience navigating diverse stakeholders, building consensus on policy issues, and driving toward positive outcomes within a team, in a coalition, and with other external partners, in particular partners that reach beyond the traditional environmental community;
Broad-based interest in climate and clean energy work, including the ability to quickly get up to speed on NRDC’s policy priorities;
Ability to represent NRDC with maturity, judgment and professionalism;
Strong oral and written advocacy skills, including a willingness to represent NRDC in a variety of public forums and in the media;
Willingness and ability to register as a state lobbyist;
Flexibility to travel to various Eastern State capitols as well as NRDC offices in NYC and D.C.

The Consortium for Energy Efficiency (CEE) is seeking a motivated, organized individual to join its Commercial and Industrial (C&I) team as a Program Manager focused on high performance efficient equipment. CEE is a nonprofit consortium of efficiency program administrators, primarily large investor-owned utilities from across the United States and Canada, that work together on common approaches to advancing efficiency. Energy efficiency is consistently regarded as the most cost-effective means of securing additional energy resources. It also directly offsets the need to generate additional energy and is one of the most direct means of greenhouse gas mitigation available. By working together at CEE, program administrators leverage the effect of their funding dollars and exchange information on effective practices to achieve greater energy efficiency for the public good.
Position Background

The Program Manager position will focus on commercial energy end uses including longstanding market transformation strategies for commercial water heating and commercial kitchen equipment, as well as development of new strategies for commercial food service refrigeration technologies and heat pump water heaters. This work requires leading the review and establishment of consensus member comments in response to draft US EPA ENERGY STAR® equipment specifications and facilitating engagement between CEE member organizations and federal partners to actively inform, shape, and strengthen the relevance of the ENERGY STAR program for energy efficiency program administrators. The position is part of a six-person team and will report to the C&I Sector Lead. The successful candidates will join CEE at a critical time for energy efficiency programs in the United States and Canada. With utility priorities and goals shifting to increasingly emphasize decarbonization and equity in addition to energy and demand savings, members come together through the consortium to promote technological advancements that support clean and affordable generation and energy delivery.

Responsibilities

Support program initiatives for advancing the market of connected and efficient equipment used in commercial applications, including water heating, kitchens, and refrigeration.
Conduct primary and secondary research on topics such as savings potential for new technologies, effective program design delivery approaches, opportunities associated with connected capabilities, unique partnerships across industry stakeholders, and market barriers to product adoption.
Draft reports, studies, memoranda, position papers and other professional written products in support of organization and member needs.
Facilitate member meetings via teleconference and in-person, and actively support members reaching consensus positions on critical topics.
Assemble consensus positions to develop recommended strategies for driving the uptake of high performing equipment that deliver energy efficiency, load management, and behavioral change impacts.
Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Candidate Qualifications

A master’s degree and experience in a relevant field (or undergraduate degree and equivalent experience), such as economics, business, engineering, environmental studies, building science, public policy, or another subject requiring critical thinking and strong analytical capabilities.
Experience with commercial energy-using technologies and a desire to support the market development and adoption of nascent technologies and features that enhance commercial equipment performance.
Strong organization and time management skills; ability to balance multiple priorities and evolve project deliverables and priorities develop.
Excellent written and oral communication abilities, including aptitude to facilitate meetings with diverse stakeholders.
Demonstrated research and data analysis skills; ability to analyze and synthesize quantitative information for different audiences.
Strong people skills, service orientation, and the capacity to work both independently and as part of a team.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office software (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Acrobat, and Excel).
Willingness to travel domestically, averaging approximately one trip per quarter.

Compensation

Salary commensurate with skills and experience. CEE offers a competitive benefits package.

Delta Air Lines (NYSE: DAL) is the U.S. global airline leader in safety, innovation, reliability, and customer experience. Powered by our employees around the world, Delta has for a decade led the airline industry in operational excellence while maintaining our reputation for award-winning customer service. With our mission of connecting the people and cultures of the globe, Delta strives to foster understanding across a diverse world and serve as a force for social good. The role of General Manager in this organization will report to the Senior Vice President, Sustainability Operations and Partnerships, as well as our internal cross-functional partners to develop and deliver outcomes that align with Delta’s global short and long-term business strategy. This position will have responsibility for driving Board and C-Suite level priorities relating to all non-fuel sustainability strategies to meet our long-term objectives and reporting requirements.

Role: General Manager, Non-Fuel Sustainability

As General Manager, Non-Fuel Sustainability, this role will be responsible for advancing our efforts beyond fuel in line with the sustainability strategy and emerging stakeholder and regulatory expectations. In addition, you will need to identify and track key performance indicators (KPIs) on non-fuel sustainability initiatives.

Primary Functions:

Create strategy and roadmap, working cross-functionally across the enterprise for key non-fuel sustainability initiatives including sustainable sourcing and supply chain, waste management, plastics and packaging, recycling, composting, water stewardship, sustainable building design and development.
Works with functional leaders to establish and integrate sustainability best practices into product designs and product-related processes
Develop multi-year action plan roadmaps and oversee implementation of action plan with regular engagement of divisional leaders.
Lead monthly working group meetings to report progress, accomplishments and parking lot issues
Develop performance tracking report to include regular analytics, forecasting, and communications against internal goals
Researches, benchmarks and deploys world-class sustainability methodologies to support the organization’s strategy.
Support preparation of agendas / topics / materials for Board and other executive meetings in conjunction with other business leaders

What you need to succeed (minimum qualifications)

5+ years managements experiences
Ability to influence a diverse group of stakeholders (internal, partner company, policy decision makers) – strong leadership skills
Demonstrated ability to influence and drive change and improvement in an organization
Excellent problem solving, communication, and technical writing skills
Experience researching external trends, sources, information to form perspectives / points of view / recommendations given quickly changing or ambiguous topics
Self-starter, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced, highly-visible environment
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Embraces diverse people, thinking and styles
Consistently makes safety and security of self and others a priority
Where permitted by applicable law, must have received or be willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccine by date of hire to be considered for U.S.-based job, if not currently employed by Delta Air Lines, Inc.
Demonstrates that privacy is a priority when handling personal data.
Embraces a diverse set of people, thinking and styles.
Consistently makes safety and security, of self and others, the priority.

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications)

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Materials or Environmental.
Advanced degree (e.g., MBA, Master’s degree, PhD
Airline/aviation experience

The Program Consultant will lead projects that promote distributed energy technologies in the open market. Current opportunities are focused on programs and services for energy efficiency and electrification projects in existing single family and multifamily buildings. This includes individual project support, working with large portfolios of individual projects, and implementing aligned program activities for contractor engagement, customer recruitment, and project incentives and financing. In addition to general advancement of resource efficiency, anticipated projects will benefit from an attention to issues of equity and access, with a focus on diverse communities and interests that are traditionally underserved. Though each project will have its own specific set of goals and objectives, Program Consultant responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

· Develop and manage program budgets, milestone timelines, and reporting deliverables

· Perform research and analysis and develop clear and concise written summaries of findings

· Support regulatory analysis, data QA/QC, and engineering evaluations on behalf of Frontier’s clients

· Oversee project team members and their assigned tasks for achieving program success

· Provide support to two-three direct reports for professional development and human resource activities

· Actively work with clients, stakeholders, partners, and the public to further program goals

· Manage client relationships and support the development of business proposals and funding applications.

Qualifications:

· 4-6 years’ experience working on energy efficiency and or other distributed energy resource programs for utility and or local government clients

· Able to work independently as a self-motivated team player

· “Customer serviceâ€ ethic to serve our clients and program partners

· Strong written and verbal communication skills

· Experience supporting direct reports and or managing teams

· Excellent skills with MS Word®, MS Excel®, MS PowerPoint®, MS Outlook®, Adobe Acrobat, and Windows® operating systems

· An understanding of building science, energy efficiency principles and practice, including field experience working with contractors that are making energy improvements to existing single and multifamily homes

· Must be able to participate in work events during non-business hours as required

· B.S. in engineering, statistics, economics, environmental science, or related major

Highly Desirable Skills/Experience:

· Strong data analysis and qualitative skills, including performing QA/QC of large data sets and working with large data arrays, complex logic statements, and index match/v-look up among other functions.

· Experience with local government agencies, California regulatory agencies, and regional and state level utility stakeholders

· Experience working with issues of access and equity for energy and water affordability, either through policy activities or engagement with communities that are traditionally underserved

Job Summary

Analyzes current energy usage and develops and ensures the implementation and maintenance of energy conservation practices and procedures. Analyzes and computes energy consumption rates, the review and evaluation of energy conservation opportunities, and the calculation of the cost effectiveness of energy saving programs. Responsible for the School District of Philadelphia’s waste management operations.

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Essential Functions

Maintains and analyzes statistics of fuel and water consumption; reviews monthly fuel bills for estimated readings, overcharges, and fluctuations in prices; confers with sales representatives from fuel companies regarding discrepancies.
Manages utility bill reconciliation and audit process; coordinates efforts with District and utility company officials.
Develops, coordinates and implements the Energy Consumption Reduction Initiatives.
Supports LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) project management for new and existing buildings.
Works with the building and maintenance personnel including Facility Area Managers and Building Engineers on proper operations of the systems and equipment.
Assists the Facilities department with the implementation of weekday, weekend, holiday and summer shutdown checklists and night setback programs for every building in the District; ensures efficient energy usage by custodial staff during the summer.
Establishes computerized energy data bank; calculates and prepares charts and graphs of energy consumption, demand, degree day and other comparisons; establishes baseline budgets for each school; reviews and synthesizes energy consumption data for use in the compilation of monthly computerized reports.
Communicates with stakeholders in the Operations Division, principals and building staff on the status of their building’s energy consumption.
Ensures that the District is on a proper utility rate schedule and is receiving the correct billing and is participating in all available rebate programs.
Maintains records of federal energy conservation grants received by the District.
Performs walk-through energy audits of all of the District’s facilities; provides advice with respect to low or no-cost measures which can be implemented in schools to generate savings; conducts studies of energy conservation projects to determine feasibility and cost effectiveness; develops recommendations for Increasing efficiencies and conservation of all types of energy and an optimum educational environment which is in compliance with the District’s energy policy.
Advises, assists and makes recommendations for the Chief Operations Officer and/or other executives on alternative energy sources, consumption and general energy conservation measures; provides input on energy commodity sourcing for the District’s purchase of electricity, natural gas, heating oil and diesel fuel (for emergency generators).
Oversees compliance with the City of Philadelphia’s Benchmarking and Building Energy Performance Policy requirements; develops and maintains contact with local, state and federal agencies and monitors energy policy trends.
Administers the District’s electrical retrofit contracts, including the identification of projects inspectors for finished projects; manages contracted services to develop, plan and implement energy conservation and savings projects and fulfill contractual obligations.
Responds to inquiries and makes presentations regarding the District’s energy conservation programs as requested; serves as the District’s representative on energy use and conservation at meetings, seminars and conferences.
Attends training sessions, conferences and workshops to keep abreast of current practices, programs and legal issues.
Performs related work as required.

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Qualifications
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Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in engineering, business administration, environmental science, education or a related field.
Four years of full-time, paid, professional experience in energy conservation, which has included the statistical analysis of energy consumption and the development and implementation of energy awareness and conservation methods and techniques.

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Certified Energy Manager (CEM) of Professional Engineer (PE).

Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesÂ

Demonstrated knowledge of:

energy conservation methods, practices, procedures and applications.
methods and techniques of energy management analysis and program evaluation.Â
energy management practices and industry trends.
energy efficiency, building science and alternative energy technologies.
the resources and current literature available in the field of energy conservation.
statistical analysis.
wholesale and retail energy markets and associated regulatory frameworks.
utility tariffs.

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Demonstrated ability to:
navigate large organizations and work with diverse stakeholders to advance sustainability and energy conservation.
analyze and interpret energy usage data.
devise and implement energy conservation methods and procedures.
study, analyze and evaluate proposals for energy conservation projects.
monitor, manage and forecast energy usage and associated budgets.
coordinate and oversee complex projects successfully, on-time and under budget.
utilize appropriate strategies and problem solving tools to make decisions concerning planning, utilization of funds, delivering services, and evaluation of services provided.
communicate complicated, technical information to high-level decision makers and broad audiences.
present oral, written, and graphic reports in a clear and concise manner.
establish and maintain effective working relationships.

The Syracuse University Center for Sustainable Community Solutions/Environmental Finance Center seeks a Program Coordinator to assist with developing and implementing sponsored programs (i.e., grants) funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency , the NYS Pollution Prevention Institute, and others. Grant focuses include sustainable materials management, sustainable organics management, natural resources management, environmental sustainability, climate change, and environmental finance. The Program Coordinator will provide support to NY stakeholders and communities to help advance the adoption of sustainable materials management practices, especially those related to sustainable organics management (i.e., food loss prevention, edible food rescue, and composting). Tasks will include, but are not limited to, providing technical assistance, developing tools and resources, facilitating outreach and engagement, overseeing student interns, creating digital communications, coordinating events and meetings, and writing grants. This is a full-time, year-round position with a competitive salary and benefits package. This position will be based in Syracuse, NY. Periodic travel throughout NY will be required. The Program Coordinator will report to the Program Managers.

Responsibilities:

Support the mission and vision of the SU-CSCS/EFC, the Center by helping to coordinate the development and implementation of grant-funded environmental and community focused programming throughout U.S. EPA Region 2 (i.e., New York, New Jersey, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and eight native nations).
Assist the Center’s Program Managers with assessing and continually improving the environmental, social, and economic services it provides to NY communities and beyond.
Foster the development of professional skills, expertise and knowledge, and career goals of the Center’s project assistants and student interns through mentorship and by cultivating an inclusive and supportive work environment.
Support and strengthen synergistic relationships in NY that enhance the Center’s capacity and programming and that benefit its partners and stakeholders and their communities.
Assist with the coordination of NY based programs, projects, activities, and tasks related to environmental/community sustainability, sustainable materials management (SMM), and sustainable organics management.
Assist Center’s communications team with developing content for NY based communications such as websites, social media accounts, informational flyers, e-newsletters, and annual reports.
Help design and facilitate technical assistance and training opportunities for key stakeholders in rural and urban communities to advance sustainable organics management throughout NY.
Lead the coordination and facilitation of NY based SMM stewardship programs that educate, train, and support college faculty and students and K-12 teachers and students.
Lead the development of SMM-related resources, tools, educational materials, outreach communications, and other critical outputs and deliverables for NY based programs.
Assist with the coordination and management of statewide NY based stakeholder groups including scheduling meetings, facilitating communications, and managing group-related documents.
Incorporate experiential knowledge, current scientific research, and up-to-date industry best practices into sustainable organics management projects, activities, outputs, products, and deliverables.
Help to develop and implement feedback mechanisms for project partners, stakeholders, and audiences served by Center projects and programs.
Utilize program evaluation methods and metrics to assess successes, impacts, and opportunities for improvement for Center projects and programs.
Help identify new funding opportunities for NY programming related to environmental/community sustainability, SMM, and sustainable organics management.
Conceptualize innovative and effective projects related to SMM and sustainable organics management and integrate them by writing grant proposal applications for future funding opportunities.
Develop project and activity reports for work conducted, grant deliverables completed, and qualitative and quantitative impacts.
Other duties and tasks as determined and assigned.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in environmental science, environmental studies, natural resources management, sustainability, public administration, or closely related focus, and a minimum of two years of experience working in the field(s) of waste reduction, sustainable materials management, natural resources management, environmental education, community planning, sustainable development, and/or environmental consulting.

As the largest 100% employee-owned company in the resource recovery industry, Recology has a unique workplace culture that guides how we support employees, interact with our customers, service our communities, and care for our environment.

We are a team of trusted advisors and partners to our Company clients. We are a diverse group with a shared commitment to excellence and providing high caliber service. We are a collaborative and supportive team and looking for a motivated self-starter to join us!

We encourage Recology employees to G.R.O.W. with Us professionally and personally by:

Giving Back to our communities.
Recovering Resources to achieve their best and highest use.
Owning a company that provides quality service and protects the environment.
Working Together to achieve our common vision, a world without waste.

You can G.R.O.W. with Us by becoming our Sustainability Program Analyst

ROLE

Under general supervision, helps develop, coordinate, and implement corporate sustainability initiatives. Conducts research, gathers and analyzes data, develops content, and manages publication activities related to Recology’s sustainability reporting and communication efforts. Promotes Recology’s sustainability initiatives through employee engagement and strategic partnerships with external parties.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF SUSTAINABILITY PROGRAM ANALYST

Produces the company’s annual sustainability report, as well as other sustainability related performance reporting and communication (internal and external) throughout the year.
Prepares statistical reports related to company sustainability activity and communicates performance with operations and executive management teams.
Collects, organizes, analyzes, and maintains complex sustainability data and metrics derived from various sources and platforms, both internal and external.
Helps ensure successful development and execution of sustainability projects and initiatives through project management, data analysis, and reporting.
Coordinates with third-party vendors and partners (i.e. fuel vendors, utility providers, consultants, academia, strategic partnerships) related to Recology sustainability projects.
Monitors emerging sustainability trends, programs, and issues.
Leads internal sustainability employee engagement programs and initiatives.
Represents Recology and Sustainability Team activity at internal and external functions.
Performs other sustainability-related project support, administration, and duties as assigned.
Travels to Recology Operating companies as needed.
Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is considered qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:

Three + years related experience in sustainability, environmental compliance, project/program management, or related field; waste/recycling industry experience preferred.
Using relevant tools, is experienced performing data analysis with large complex datasets and uses data to inform and support projects and initiatives.
Excellent writing ability; technical and/or copywriting experience preferred.
Experience with computer programs, including Microsoft Office suite of applications; intermediate to advanced Excel experience required.
Working knowledge of third-party sustainability/ESG reporting frameworks (SASB, GRI, CDP).
High school diploma or GED required.
Bachelor’s degree in sustainability, environmental science, or related field, preferred.
Valid Driver’s License.

About You: As a senior member of the team with sustainability and environmental justice expertise, you’ll lead projects to ensure they meet sustainability standards that center people, not the technology.

Specifically, you are:
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A practitioner with a total of 7+ years of professional experience with both design thinking and the built environment (e.g., sustainability, environmental justice, climate action, master planning, urban planning, construction, etc);
Adept at translating research findings into concrete and actionable guidelines for your team and for clients alike;
A strong writer who moves your audience through clear, compelling, and accessible language;
Experienced and comfortable engaging with community members historically excluded from planning and design processes;
Comfortable and confident discussing issues around equity and justice;
Are based in New York City (or can commute to New York City once we return to in-person work).

Your key responsibilities
would include:

Leading a multidisciplinary team and project partners through equity-centered research and design activities across the project timeline;
Facilitating internal and external project management workflows, client workshops, presentations and collaborative work sessions;
Leading the team in sustainability and resiliency planning, principles of sustainability and environmental justice, site and landscape design for urban and natural areas, community-based planning, and site inventory/analysis;
Working with the business development team to shape pitches, business proposals, and case studies;
Adding to our culture of play, discovery and making.

The Maryland Clean Energy Center (MCEC) is seeking a Program Manager to join our Procurement and Technical Services Division, with a shared focus on advancing the deployment of cleantech solutions, to join our team of talented individuals.

MCEC is a not-for-profit corporate instrumentality of state-created statutorily by the Maryland General Assembly. A Board of Directors, appointed by the Governor, provides oversight for the organization.

MCEC serves as a statewide green bank with a mission to transform the energy economy in Maryland by increasing clean energy jobs, driving commercialization of technological innovations, and enabling consumer adoption of clean energy products and services. MCEC facilitates access to capital through leveraged or direct investment and operates financing programs targeted to serve various consumer audiences, and underserved communities. The Center provides specialized procurement and technical services in order to facilitate and expedite project implementation.

With this position, MCEC intends to scale up the strategic procurement and technical services to public and private sector clients seeking to develop, build, finance, own and operate clean energy and energy efficiency systems, infrastructure, and technologies. Primary responsibilities will include but may not be limited to: clean energy project management; program management and pipeline development; direct outreach to stakeholders and end users; and contract development and administration, including RFP/RFQ preparation, process management and proposal evaluation.

The ideal candidate for this position will have multi-tasking skills and demonstrate attention to detail, providing a combination of energy project management and specialized customer support to promote sustainable, renewable and clean energy, and sustainability projects. This role also provides internal procurement support to the organization, with a goal of integrating MCEC business channels in order to meet evolving customer needs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Manages multiple complex energy and climate mitigation projects, typically involving multiple parties (energy suppliers, vendors, developers, financial backers, etc.), including the development of process plans, timelines and project documentation

• Develops and manages project scopes, schedules, budgets, and plans

• Works with management and operations staff to assess problems and develop solutions

• Aligns client needs with local, regional, and national initiatives and opportunities

• Collaborates with clients and MCEC staff to ensure that specialized environmental and engineering technical services are secured in a timely manner

• Represents MCEC in meetings with current or prospective contractors and clients

• Markets MCEC technical capabilities, financing programs, and evolving resources

• Prepares technical proposals and budgets for new or expanded work as required, expanding the MCEC client base and developing business

• Manages operation of clean energy programs, including primary responsibility for developing and refining program structures

• May supervise interns, or contractual hires, as needed

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

The position requires experience in energy program development and management. Ethical, professional, and service-oriented leadership, and interpersonal skills are also required. Proficiency recognized by certification from the Association of Energy Engineers as a Certified Energy Manager (CEM) and/or project management are highly desired.

Possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university plus two years of professional experience in a related field, with particular focus on environmental and climate policy, Environmental and Social Justice (ESJ), and construction management with specific responsibility managing energy projects.

Note: Applicants may substitute an applicable advanced education degree for up to two years of required experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Must be able to manage multiple projects and multiple clients as assigned, including the development of project and program plans, timelines, and documentation

• Capable of building project teams: establishing roles and responsibilities, milestones, and communication protocols for MCEC, clients, and other stakeholders

• Required to be self-directed in accomplishing tasks with minimal oversight and management

• Must possess strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills

• Must have advanced computer literacy with spreadsheets and quantitative analysis, word processing, template development, and presentations

• Must be able to interact effectively with clients, regulatory agencies, and elected/appointed officials

Knowledge of:

− Familiarity with procurement process, policies, and requirements, including MBE hiring goals and objectives

− Proposal and bid preparation, management, and evaluation; contract administration; and contract cost principles

− Integration of Environmental and Social Justice principles with program design and management

− Familiarity with Maryland and federal laws and regulations applicable to contracts and procurement by public and private entities

− Awareness of government programs and evolving resources

− Understanding of principles and practices of project management, including information technology applications and web-based strategies

− Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and Outlook, CRM

Ability and skills to:

− Conduct public meetings, e.g., pre-bid and pre-proposal meetings

− Administer customer contracts from execution through close-out

− Develop and present clear project management plans, including procedures, training materials, budgets, and materials, as appropriate

− Plan, organize, direct, and accomplish objectives of assigned projects

− Establish and maintain effective, ethical working relationships

− Provide professional, service-oriented leadership

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS

• Certified Energy Manager (CEM) certification preferred

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification desired

• Possession of a valid driver’s license meeting the requirements of Maryland law, as well as all MCEC Policies

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES: Individual may attend and participate in external events and meetings on behalf of MCEC as requested.

SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and sit. The employee is also regularly required to use their hands. The employee may be required to walk, stand, climb, or lift/carry heavy items. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The position will primarily be office-based. However, the employee will occasionally travel to field sites where there may be exposure to machinery with moving parts, noxious odors, outdoor weather conditions, high noise levels, uneven walking surfaces, hilly terrain, or inside stairways

SALARY RANGE: $75,000 – $90,000 annually, depending upon experience. This is a full-time salaried position with benefits.

TO APPLY: Qualified candidates should send resumes with cover letters, noting salary requirements, to in**@***********gy.org. The anticipated start date is on or around January 2, 2023.