Energy Efficiency Outreach Programs Associate

Seeds Renewables; Peoria (IL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Three weeks paid vacation

Paid holidays

401(k) with employer match

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Job summary

Resource Innovations in Peoria, IL is seeking a Program Associate to provide administrative and outreach support for energy efficiency partnerships with Community Based Organizations. You will be the main contact for partners, assist with engagement, and staff outreach activities and events.

The role requires tracking data, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with program requirements. The position emphasizes cross‑functional collaboration, travel within Illinois, and delivering timely,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 2+ years of relevant work experience in customer service, energy efficiency or working with community-based organizations

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) and program partners, supporting communication and engagement with utility energy efficiency programs.
• Assist with outreach, partner engagement, and ongoing relationship management.
• Represent the utility and program at community events, outreach activities, and partner meetings by staffing information tables, engaging with the public, and providing program information and support.
• Collect, review, and maintain program data, invoices, and supporting documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare weekly, monthly, and ad hoc reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Track project activities, milestones, deliverables, and deadlines using database systems and project tracking tools.
• Review partner activities and documentation to ensure compliance with program requirements.
• Identify and elevate issues, recommend solutions, and communicate potential scheduling or project conflicts.
• Prepare and maintain reports, spreadsheets, and project documentation.
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve data, process, and documentation issues to ensure successful program execution.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Organization skills

Collaboration across levels

CRM experience

Education

Bachelor's degree or 2+ years experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

OneNote

Teams

Salesforce

Job description

Resource Innovations in Peoria, IL is seeking a Program Associate to provide administrative and outreach support for energy efficiency partnerships with Community Based Organizations. You will be the main contact for partners, assist with engagement, and staff outreach activities and events.

The role requires tracking data, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with program requirements. The position emphasizes cross‑functional collaboration, travel within Illinois, and delivering timely,