Position Information

Posting Title Conservation Program Specialist

Job Requisition Number AE503091

Position Number 110098

Job Type Full-Time

Division Name Customer Energy Solutions

Minimum Qualifications

• 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 four (4) years of related experience.

• Masters degree may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience.

• Experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years.

Licenses or Certifications:

• Valid Drivers License.

For Austin Water positions:

• Must be TCEQ licensed irrigator or licensed irrigation inspector for Irrigation positions or obtain license within six (6) months of employment. IREC certification for Mechanical, Plumbing, or Electrical is required if working in Program Compliance, Inspections or obtain license within six (6) months of employment

  Notes to Applicants

Austin Energy provides energy efficiency and demand response incentives and technical assistance for commercial customers and multifamily properties. Our team is responsible for the allocation of over $5 million/yr in incentives that support HVAC , lighting, and other building upgrades that improve energy efficiency and demand response.

This position is in Austin, TX and will require in-person coordination with local stakeholders and businesses. Majority telework schedules are currently allowed, but this position will require an in-office presence and customer site visits. Field work may require the use of ladders and other tools/equipment. Typical work schedules (to be coordinated with the supervisor) are weekdays, starting between 7 and 9am.

Primary duties will include:

• coordinate with customers and AE staff to schedule field inspections and gather project data, as needed to accurately calculate energy savings and process incentive payments

• provide customer outreach and conduct field inspections or energy assessments;

• provide training and coordinate relationships with new and existing participating contractors

• support program outreach and engagement with key internal and external stakeholder groups, including: community and business groups; installation contractors; technology or equipment manufacturers and distributors; local engineering and design firms.

• support efforts to design and implement program improvements that streamline project review, inspection, and reporting processes

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.

APPLICATION :

The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered. Please be sure that your application is a reflection of your entire work history. Describe your specific experience for each position. Include all job duties, responsibilities, and employment dates.

Statements such as “see resume” will not be accepted. You may use “N/A” for fields that are not applicable. Starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience from your employment application.

The responses to the supplemental questions must reference the employment history listed in the employment history section. Once the requisition has closed, the application cannot be changed to update work history, supplemental questions, or any other information.

We reserve the right to verify high school and college education for the top candidate(s).

If you have any questions regarding your City of Austin employment application, please use the official website of the City of Austin as reference. www.austintexas.gov

VETERAN INTERVIEW PREFERENCE :

Military/Veterans must provide a copy of their DD214 verifying honorable discharge, at the time of initial interview to receive military/veteran interview preference.

CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECK :

The top candidate will be subject to a minimum 7 year criminal history background check.

CLOSING OF REQUISITION :

Please note that Austin Energy may close the job posting at any time after 7 days from the date of the initial advertisement.

Driving Requirement:

This position requires a Valid Texas Class C Driver’s License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) (https://www.austintexas.gov/sites/default/files/files/Employment/new_hire_driver_safety_standards.pdf) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.

Pay Range

Commensurate

Hours

Monday through Friday

8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Job Close Date 04/14/2023

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; Hybrid

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience coordinating conservation or energy efficiency program activities

• Experience with databases or software related to workflow management, incentive processing, or customer data

• Experience with customer outreach, marketing, or sales

• Experience coordinating program activities with internal and external stakeholders

• Experience designing and implementing process improvements

  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.

• Implements conservation programs in residential, commercial, or industrial settings.

• Gathers and analyzes historical energy or water usage data, including rates or tariffs to determine conservation recommendations for customers.

• Inspects or evaluates buildings, mechanical systems, electrical systems, water systems, or process systems to determine the energy or water consumption of each system. Recommends energy or water efficient technologies.

• Quantifies energy or water consumption to establish baselines for use and need. Calculates potential for savings.

• Prepares audit reports containing energy or water analysis results and recommendations for cost savings.

• Prepares job specification sheets for residential, commercial, or multi-family home energy or water improvements and retrofits.

• Educates customers and contractors on energy efficiency and answer questions on topics such as the costs of running household appliances and the selection of energy efficient appliances.

• Performs field audits, pre-verification and final inspections to determine customer eligibility for conservation rebates.

• Coordinates conservation program activities with contractors, ensures compliance with energy efficiency programs and rebate requirements.

• Promotes conservation programs to the public through on-site appointments and participating in outreach activities by attending trade shows, conferences, and other community events.

Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:

• May lead departmental project teams.

  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 handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.

• Skill in using computes and related software.

• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.

• Ability to negotiate.

• Ability to determining quality of materials, workmanship and compliance with specifications.

• Ability to handle conflict and uncertain situations.

• 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 lead teams.

• 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 Conservation Program Specialist position requires 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 four (4) years of related experience. A masters degree may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience. Experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years. Do you meet these requirements?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have a valid drivers licenses or the ability to obtain by your start date?

• Yes

• No

• • The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards require that external new hires meet the City's Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three (3) moving violations or a total of six (6) Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes

• No

• • Please describe your experience working with energy efficiency, construction, or other building related projects at residential, commercial, or multifamily buildings.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Please describe your experience working with software related to workflow processing, customer relationship management, or utility customer management.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Do you have experience with stakeholder and customer outreach, marketing, or technical sales?

• Yes

• No

• • If identified as a top candidate, do you agree to a Criminal Background Investigation (CBI)?

• Yes

• No

  Optional & Required Documents

  Required Documents

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  Contact City of Austin Employment Services

  Office: 512-974-3210