Compliance & Enforcement Specialist

California Energy Commission; California (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A state energy agency in Missouri is seeking an Energy Resources Specialist to enhance compliance with building energy codes and drive decarbonization efforts. This role involves providing technical guidance and support to local jurisdictions and industry stakeholders. The candidate will analyze energy impacts and advocate for building efficiency measures. The successful individual will play a critical part in advancing clean energy initiatives while ensuring that California's energy efficiency standards are met.

Qualifications

• Experience leading compliance and enforcement of building energy codes.
• Ability to analyze energy and environmental impacts of building efficiency measures.
• Strong communication skills for stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical lead for building code compliance.
• Collaborate with various agencies to ensure guidance and communication.
• Analyze impacts of building efficiency measures for decarbonization.

Skills

Technical lead experience

Energy efficiency expertise

Stakeholder engagement skills

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Energy Management, Environmental Science, or related field

Tools

Building energy modeling tools

Job description

Overview

Energy Resources Specialist – Building Energy Code & Benchmarking

The California Energy Commission is seeking an Energy Resources Specialist to support compliance and enforcement of California’s Building Energy Code and Building Benchmarking requirements. This role focuses on energy efficiency and decarbonization, working closely with local jurisdictions, industry professionals, and government partners to ensure successful implementation of California’s building energy policies.

What You’ll Do

Program Support & Compliance (35%)

• Serve as a technical lead for Building Energy Code and Benchmarking compliance and enforcement
• Review building plans and energy models to verify code compliance
• Provide technical assistance on complex compliance issues and enforcement actions
• Prepare investigation reports, testimony, and technical documentation
• Support legal proceedings, including hearings and testimony when required

Stakeholder Engagement & Outreach (35%)

• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure consistent guidance and communication
• Engage with local, state, and federal agencies, industry groups, and advocacy organizations
• Respond to compliance questions, complaints, and inquiries
• Plan and lead workshops, meetings, and outreach events across California

Decarbonization & Technical Analysis (10%)

• Analyze energy, economic, and environmental impacts of building efficiency measures
• Use building energy modeling tools to assess greenhouse gas reductions, costs, and grid impacts
• Provide technical expertise related to decarbonization strategies
• Support development and improvement of statewide building energy efficiency standards
• Focus on strengthening compliance, enforcement, and implementation of energy codes

Why This Role Matters

You’ll help advance California’s clean energy and climate goals by ensuring buildings meet energy efficiency standards and protecting consumers, supporting local governments, and driving meaningful decarbonization.