Energy Program Specialist

Summary:

The energy Program Specialist will work with the Program Manager to implement energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives and projects. This position will focus on implementing energy efficiency programs offered under the new Northern Rural Energy Network (NREN) and delivered locally by Dow & Associates on behalf of the Mendocino Council of Governments. The Northern Rural Energy Network programs that will be implemented by this position are part of a new partnership between the Mendocino Council of Governments, Lake Area Planning Council, Redwood Coast Energy Authority, and Sierra Business Council. Program initiatives will include public and residential equity programs, rebate/resource programs, energy assessments, workforce training programs, and codes and standards support. This will be a full-time position based in our Ukiah office, with an option for hybrid work in addition to local travel to work with customers and local organizations.

About Us:

Dow & Associates provides staffing and operations to the Mendocino Council of Governments (MCOG) and Lake Area Planning Council (APC)—the regional planning agencies in Mendocino and Lake Counties—under long-term contracts. Our small firm offers a friendly and welcoming working environment in the Ukiah area. Our work for MCOG and the APC focuses on regional transportation, economic development, housing, and with the addition of recent programs, climate and energy.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties are illustrative and may vary. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assist with the day-to-day functions of MCOG’s NREN program implementation
• Interact with members of the public, local government agencies, and local businesses to deliver energy efficiency programs and connect customers with additional relevant resources
• Develop program marketing and outreach strategies in collaboration with the Program Manager
• Assist residential, commercial and public agency customers with rebate, financing and grant applications
• Provide outreach to customers including home audits, distribution of energy saving kits, and education
• Conduct outreach and enrollment assistance for workforce education efforts
• Manage vendor, contractor, consultant, and third-party relationships
• Prepare invoices to be submitted to the NREN Lead Administrator
• Participate in program design reviews to refine and develop new program offerings
• Assist Program Manager with larger or more complex tasks through discussion, research, preliminary design work, writing, and critical thinking
• Assist with coordinating and staffing public events, trainings, workshops, and meetings
• Collaborate with NREN partner agency staff
• Monitor key performance metrics to assess program success
• Provide written and verbal reports to the MCOG Board of Directors regarding implementation of programs

Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

• Education or experience equivalent to a college degree or two years of experience in a closely related field

Knowledge Of:

• Energy technologies, principles of energy management, usage, efficiency, and conservation
• Local and state level energy policy and goals
• Principles of energy auditing

Preferred Skills/Qualities:

• Proficiency with basic Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to be a self-starter
• Ability to conduct technical and quantitative analysis

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• Ability to set priorities and meet deadlines
• Ability to interact with a variety of customers, including public, local government representatives, and members of the business community
• Use of basic hand tools, climb ladders, work overhead and possibly in confined locations

Starting Salary Range: $65,500 to $72,800 depending on qualifications

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Vacation Leave: 120 hours annually, increasing after 5 years. Unused time carries forward at the end of the year.
• Paid Sick Leave: 56 hours annually increasing after 5 years. Unused time carries forward at the end of the year.
• 11 Paid Holidays

Application:

Open until filled. Application will consist of a cover letter, a resume, and a minimum of three work-related references. Apply on really.com or send to Dow & Associates at 525 S. Main St., Suite B, Ukiah, CA, 95482, or by email to lowbladj@dow-associates.com. Contact our office at 707-463-1806 with any questions.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,500.00 - $72,800.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Ukiah, CA 95482

Salary : $65,500 - $72,800