Job Information
Austin Energy Conservation Program Coordinator in Austin, Texas
Position Information
Posting Title Conservation Program Coordinator
Job Requisition Number AE503700
Position Number 108105
Job Type Full-Time
Division Name Customer Energy Solutions
Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:
Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Architecture, Business, Environmental Studies, Natural Science, Planning, and Resource Management or in a field related to the job, plus five (5) years of related experience.
Masters Degree may substitute for experience up to two (2) years.
Experience may substitute for education up to the maximum of four (4) years.
Licenses or Certifications:
None.
Notes to Applicants
Position will support the Austin Green Building team. The team is responsible for development and administration of both single family and multifamily rating systems and the development and deployment of green building related educational materials, in support of the Austin Green Building team, Generation and Climate Protection Plan, and other City sustainability goals as they relate to the built environment.
Working with Austin Energy provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. Please click HERE (http://www.austintexas.gov/department/active-employee-benefits) for more information.
Employment Application:
The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered.
Please be sure to detail on the application all current and previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications.
The Employment Record should be complete with job titles, employment dates, job duties, functions, and responsibilities for each position held. Starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience from your application.
Résumés will not be accepted and statements such as “see résumé” will not be accepted. You may use “N/A” for fields that are not applicable.
Please note that Austin Energy may close the job posting at any time after 7 days from the date of the initial advertisement. Once the job posting has closed, applications cannot be changed.
Travel:
If you are selected for this position and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, (https://www.austintexas.gov/sites/default/files/files/Employment/new_hire_driver_safety_standards.pdf) you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.
If you are selected as a top candidate:
Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution. You must also provide proof of your professional licenses or certifications.
If you are identified as a top candidate and are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date.
This position requires a criminal background investigation.
Pay Range
$31.81 – $39.76
Hours
Monday through Friday (hybrid)
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Job Close Date 06/28/2024
Type of Posting External
Department Austin Energy
Regular/Temporary Regular
Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable
Category Professional
Location 4815 Mueller Blvd, Austin, TX 78723
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience:
LEED AP or other related sustainability certification.
Experience working on multiple AEGB rated, LEED certified, NGBS rated or other green building certified projects.
Experience in building design or construction, including production and/or review of architectural, civil, structural or MEP documents.
Experience developing and presenting green building related educational programs or materials. Experience with stakeholder and community engagement and knowledge of engagement principles.
Ability to travel to more than one work location.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Designs, develops, implements, and evaluates educational or outreach programs that promote energy, water, or natural resource conservation awareness and initiatives.
Coordinates and manages educational or outreach events, small projects, contracts, marketing, and on-line literature content to promote energy, water, or natural resource conservation awareness and initiatives
Analyzes energy, water, or natural resource conservation-related research findings to inform or make recommendations on program structure or program delivery to City leadership and other stakeholders.
Develops, establishes, and manages service agreements with other programs, departments, and agencies.
Researches energy, water, or natural resource conservation policies, best practices, and legislation to recommend changes to conservation initiatives.
Prepares studies, reports, memoranda, briefs, or other written materials on energy, water, or natural resource conservation to inform customers, City leadership, and other stakeholders.
Provides analytical support for policy briefs and program development related to energy, water, or natural resource conservation.
Prepares grant applications to obtain funding for programs related to energy, water, or natural resource conservation.
Reviews permit or plan revisions with project engineers and contractors.
Reviews, evaluates, and recommends changes to technical reports, studies, and other departmental written materials. Provides technical advice to Conservation Program personnel.
Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:
May provide leadership; lead cross-functional and departmental conservation project teams; work assignments; evaluation; training; and guidance to others.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
Knowledge of energy or water efficiency technologies, practices, programs and rebate requirements.
Knowledge of applicable building codes, energy or water retrofit requirements and specifications.
Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
Knowledge of department energy or water resource initiatives and targets.
Knowledge of construction materials, practices and procedures.
Knowledge of Federal, State and Local laws.
Knowledge of city practice, policy and procedures.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in using computers and related software.
Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
Skill in planning and organizing.
Ability to negotiate.
Ability to determine quality of materials, workmanship and compliance with specifications..
Ability to handle conflict and uncertain situations.
Ability to lead cross-functional and departmental project teams.
Ability to operate and maintain testing and diagnostic equipment.
Ability to use graphic instructions, such as blue prints, schematic drawings, plans, maps or other visual aids.
Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with city employees and the public.
Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation.
EEO/ADA
The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- The minimum qualifications for the position are graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Architecture, Business, Environmental Studies, Natural Science, Planning, and Resource Management or in a field related to the job, plus five (5) years of related experience. Masters Degree may substitute for experience up to two (2) years. Experience may substitute for education up to the maximum of four (4) years. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?
Yes
No
- Please list any sustainability related certifications such as LEED AP you currently hold.
(Open Ended Question)
- Please describe your experience working on Austin Energy Green Building rated, National Green Building Standard rated or LEED certified projects. Include the types of projects you have worked on and your role(s).
(Open Ended Question)
- Please describe your experience reviewing construction plans and specifications.
(Open Ended Question)
- Describe your experience in presenting information, developing educational programs or conducting training sessions.
(Open Ended Question)
- Do you have project management experience?
Yes
No
- Please describe your experience leading and using stakeholder engagement to develop program improvements.
(Open Ended Question)
- This position requires a criminal background check. By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired.
I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Check.
- Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties?
Yes
No
Optional & Required Documents
Required Documents
Optional Documents
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