Program Coordinator

Company Overview:

Walker-Miller Energy Services is a 25-year-old Detroit-based, core-values driven company committed to changing lives through energy efficiency. We create and manage customized energy waste reduction programs that help electric and gas utilities meet mandated energy savings goals.

Our experience driven philosophy of energy efficiency as economic development helps families and businesses save energy and save money. Through innovative, inclusive initiatives, we help build communities by creating local jobs, producing equitable energy savings for all rate payers, and spurring the growth of diverse local businesses.

Our operating philosophy is reflected in our core values. We refer to them as BEHIVE.

B - Boldly Go

E – Embrace Equity

H - Humble Confidence

I - Inclusive Stewardship

V - Value Reputation

E - Extraordinary Experience

Position Summary:

Walker-Miller Energy Services (W-M) is seeking a detail-oriented and mission-driven Program Coordinator to support the successful implementation of the Clean Energy Contractor Capital Access Program. This initiative focuses on increasing access to capital for small and medium-sized diverse-owned contractors engaged in the clean energy economy. The Program Coordinator will play a vital role in supporting program logistics, stakeholder engagement, data collection, and communication across all phases of the project.

At W-M, we are committed to promoting inclusion, expanding opportunity, and creating energy efficiency solutions that empower people and enrich communities. The Program Coordinator will work closely with the Program Manager, internal teams, and external partners to ensure timely and effective execution of program activities.

This role is likely to evolve as the program progresses, in response to emerging needs and priorities.

Essential Responsibilities: This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

• Embrace and operate within our core values.

Program Support

• Assist in the coordination and execution of all phases of the Clean Energy Contractor Capital Access Program.
• Maintain and update project timelines, calendars, and action items to ensure on-time deliverables.
• Support the Program Manager with the preparation of reports, presentations, and program updates.
• Assist with tracking project goals, milestones, and key deliverables.

Stakeholder and Partner Engagement

• Coordinate outreach efforts and meeting logistics for stakeholders, including financial institutions, community-based organizations, and contractors.
• Draft communications, follow-ups, and materials for internal and external meetings.
• Maintain accurate contact lists and engagement records.
• Support the scheduling and coordination of program-related events, workshops, and briefings.

Needs Assessment Support

• Assist in the coordination of activities related to the subcontracted Needs Assessment, including logistics, data tracking, and communication with subcontractor staff.
• Help compile and organize feedback and data gathered through the assessment process.

Data Management and Reporting

• Collect, organize, and maintain program data in collaboration with the Program Manager.
• Track key metrics and outcomes, supporting the development of reporting materials and dashboards.
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation of program activities, communications, and financial tracking inputs.

Inclusion and Market Development Support

• Assist in the development and implementation of the Market Development Action Plan that supports W-M's mission of fair access and inclusive economic opportunity.
• Contribute to activities that advance clean energy access for historically underserved businesses and communities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business, Public Policy, Communications, Sustainability, or related field.
• 2 years of experience in program coordination, administrative support, community engagement, or related roles.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with attention to detail and ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and online collaboration tools (e.g., Zoom, SharePoint, Teams).
• Commitment to inclusion, clean energy, and community empowerment.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience working with diverse or underserved communities or small business support programs.
• Familiarity with clean energy, economic development, or community finance topics.
• Experience supporting budget tracking or grant/program reporting.

Travel Requirements

• Travel across the state as needed

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Required to sit, stand, walk; talk and hear; and ability to touch and handle tools and/or controls
• The team member is frequently required to stand, walk, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds
• Noise level is typically low to moderate

Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

The above information describes the general duties and requirements necessary to perform the principle functions of the position. This shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the duties and requirements that may be necessary in this position.

Walker-Miller Energy Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pay Transparency: This compensation range is provided as a reasonable estimate of the current starting salary range for this role. If this opportunity includes multiple job levels, the salary information represents the job level minimum and the job level maximum. There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

A team member may be eligible for additional pay, premiums, or bonus potential. Walker-Miller Energy Services offers eligible employees health, vision and dental insurance, retirement, and tuition reimbursement.

Compensation Range: $21.34-$26.28

At Walker-Miller Energy Services, we Embrace Equity by encouraging qualified candidates from all backgrounds and identities to apply for open positions! We have several optional questions about candidates' demographics, but they do not impact hiring decisions. In fact, all candidate demographic data is anonymized for compliance purposes and to reduce unconscious bias in the hiring process, so none of the information collected here will be attached to your individual application. We ask for this information because Walker-Miller is committed to inclusive recruitment practices, so we hold ourselves to a high standard in developing a candidate pool that is diverse in background, experience, and perspective.

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