Associate Program Manager

Associate Program Manager

Job description:

This position supports the development and implementation of market-based strategies, initiatives and activities specific to the clients residential and commercial programs to improve the overall energy efficiency of District of Columbia. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, contractor engagement, project processing, quality assurance review and general program support while contributing to a mission-driven, creative, enjoyable and stimulating work environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Processes energy efficiency projects which includes tasks such as: a. data entry; b. database uploads; c. reconciliation of rebate check requests; d. other procedural requirements as needed.

• Lead program initiatives from start to finish with oversight from Program Managers

• Work with Program Managers in providing input for the development of new programs and initiatives

• Coordinate the efforts of cross-fictional departments as required to ensure that programs are run within requirements of the customer needs.

• Suggest and lead/participate in improvement and development of program processes

• Assist in the planning and hosting of program related events

• Provides high quality customer service for internal and external customers and stakeholders.

• Maintains project records in a database and hard copy files.

• Provides cross-functional administrative support for implementation.

• Performs and maintains quality assurance of data integrity, accuracy and consistency relative to projects.

• Gains understanding of target markets including trade allies, manufacturers, and technologies to inform process improvement.

• Maintains ongoing communications with customers, contractors, architects, engineers, vendors, consultants, etc. 11/10/2021 veic.org

• Produces regular reports that provide participant information.

• Provides support to the activities of VEIC as necessary to accomplish organizational goals and objectives.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:30am-5pm, Hybrid 

(Please not this is a short-term contract providing program oversight & management for 1-4 months.)

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

• Strong personal commitment to the mission, vision, goals and values of the client. 

• Associates degree and at least two years’ experience in project assistance or administrative experience required, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired.

• Demonstrated ability to be organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle multiple tasks and priorities.

• Familiarity with energy-efficiency concepts and/or technologies.

• Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office Suite applications, particularly Word, Access and Excel or similar programs.

• Strong interpersonal skills and excellent written and oral communication skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Internal - Work is normally performed in climate-controlled office environment, where exposure to conditions of extreme heat/cold, poor ventilation, fumes and gases is very limited. Noise level is moderate and includes sounds of normal office equipment (computers, telephones, etc.). No known environmental hazards are encountered in normal performance of job duties. External - Normal functions do not routinely require travel. Limited travel may be required. Travel to special events and/or off-site meetings required periodically.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Work involves standing and walking for brief periods of time, but many duties are performed from a seated position. There is potential for eyestrain from reading detailed materials and computer screen. Deadlines, workloads during peak periods and changing priorities may cause increased stress levels. Work may include occasional pushing, pulling, or carrying objects weighing up to approximately 40 pounds such as files, documents, and some equipment. Work normally requires finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination to operate computer keyboards at a moderate skill level. Repetitive motion injuries may occur. Company will provide adaptive devices as needed.

Schedule: M-F 9:30am-5pm, Hybrid 

(Please not this is a short-term contract providing program oversight & management for 1-4 months.)

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