Energy Efficiency Program Manager

2 weeks ago

Chicago, Illinois, United States Midwest Energy Efficiency Alliance Full time

Organization Overview

Mission: The Midwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (MEEA) is a collaborative network dedicated to enhancing energy efficiency, optimizing energy generation, and minimizing consumption. Our goal is to create job opportunities and reduce carbon emissions across all communities in the Midwest.

Vision: MEEA envisions a practical pathway for all individuals and communities in the Midwest to access the economic, environmental, and societal advantages of energy efficiency and the broader clean energy economy.

At MEEA, we utilize our expertise to serve as the leading resource for our members, allies, policymakers, and the wider sector, advocating for energy efficiency as a crucial strategy for achieving a clean, affordable, equitable, and sustainable future. We believe energy efficiency is the most cost-effective foundation of the clean energy economy, generating immediate energy savings, creating career pathways, reducing emissions, enhancing both new and existing buildings, and supporting Midwest businesses and industries. MEEA fosters connections and engagement opportunities among a diverse array of organizations to collaboratively develop practical solutions. We act as a technical resource, promote best practices in programs and policies, and spotlight emerging technologies to maximize energy savings, lower costs, improve resilience, and alleviate energy burdens.

Position Summary

MEEA is in search of a dedicated, team-oriented professional with expertise in energy efficiency and project management. The Program Manager will be part of MEEA's Market Solutions & Education team, overseeing internal staff and reporting to the Director of Market Solutions & Education. The Manager's role will focus on advocating for and advancing energy efficiency programs and initiatives, ensuring that MEEA's programmatic efforts meet and exceed established deliverables, and serving as a technical resource for MEEA staff. Specifically, the Manager will support training and educational programs, manage two low-income residential retrofit initiatives, and assist in business development efforts to secure additional funding opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee three current staff members, providing support in workload management, strategic development, and project implementation.
  • Manage the multi-state Building Operator Certification (BOC) program and two affordable housing projects, including budgeting, reporting, subcontractor management, and ensuring deliverables are met.
  • Enhance MEEA's communication strategy for projects, which includes developing newsletters, email campaigns, updating websites, hosting webinars, and writing blog posts.
  • Strengthen existing partnerships and actively pursue new relationships with program supporters, partners, and funders.
  • Effectively manage the annual program budget and provide detailed financial reports to program funders, federal and state grantors, the Market Solutions & Education Director, the Executive Director, and the Board of Directors.
  • Monitor programmatic trends across the region to serve as a resource for MEEA membership and other staff.
  • Represent MEEA externally to media, stakeholders, funders, and the efficiency community as a recognized industry expert at conferences and events.
  • Assist the Market Solutions & Education Director with business development, including identifying new program opportunities and developing grant proposals in response to solicitations.
  • Act as a proactive and positive team member, taking the initiative to manage competing priorities while meeting deadlines and objectives.
  • Collaborate with other MEEA departments and team members to promote energy efficiency throughout the region, expand membership, and serve as a resource and expert.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

  • B.A. or B.S. in environmental science, public policy, political science, or a related field.
  • Advanced degree in a relevant field is preferred.
  • A minimum of five years of experience in evaluating, administering, or implementing energy efficiency programs or in incubating new technologies/ideas.
  • Strong facilitation and coalition-building skills among diverse stakeholders.
  • Excellent oral and written presentation skills.
  • Ability to take initiative and work effectively in a team environment.
  • Proven project management experience with a track record of meeting deadlines and adapting to shifting priorities.
  • A passion for energy efficiency.
  • Willingness to travel up to 15% of the time.

Compensation

The Program Manager position offers an annual salary range of $70,000-$80,000, with compensation commensurate with experience. MEEA provides a competitive employment benefits package, including:

  • 10 days of annual leave in the first year, 8 days of sick/personal leave, 9 holidays, and 3 floating holidays.
  • Health insurance, including vision and dental coverage, along with an employer-sponsored healthcare reimbursement account.
  • A 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching.

Location

This position is hybrid, with staff expected to reside in the Chicago area. Currently, MEEA staff work in the office on designated days and remotely for the remainder of the week.

To Apply

Visit our careers page to submit your cover letter and resume through the online portal. Candidates who do not submit both items will not be considered. Those selected for interviews will be asked to provide three references. No phone calls, please.

MEEA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination regarding race, sex, gender, color, age, religion, creed, class, sexual orientation, national origin, and disability.

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