Energy Assistance Specialist – Community Impact

Kids for the Future; Oak Harbor (WA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

HDHP health coverage

HSA/FSA

403(b) retirement plan

Dental & Vision coverage

Voluntary life insurance

Job summary

Opportunity Council seeks an Energy Services Specialist to provide direct energy assistance, eligibility determinations, and referrals in Island County—primarily Oak Harbor. The role emphasizes helping clients access services and maintain essential utilities, with data entry and scheduling supporting daily operations.

Ideal candidates will have a high-school diploma or GED, at least two years of relevant experience, and a Washington driver’s license with compliant driving history.

Qualifications

• High-school diploma or GED required.
• Two years relevant experience preferred.
• Valid Washington State driver's license and five-year driving history per Auto Insurance Standards.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct services to clients seeking assistance from Energy Assistance programs, including eligibility determination, education, and information.
• Provides information and referrals to clients regarding agency programs and other community resources.
• Performs moderately complex data entry including client information.
• Advocates for clients to maintain utility service or heating fuel supply in home.
• Maintains confidentiality of all client data per agency, state, and federal guidelines.

Skills

Customer service

Data entry

Scheduling

Advocacy

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Job description

Opportunity Council seeks an Energy Services Specialist to provide direct energy assistance, eligibility determinations, and referrals in Island County—primarily Oak Harbor. The role emphasizes helping clients access services and maintain essential utilities, with data entry and scheduling supporting daily operations.

Ideal candidates will have a high-school diploma or GED, at least two years of relevant experience, and a Washington driver’s license with compliant driving history.