Energy Efficiency Specialist

City of Commerce City; Commerce City (CO); On-site; USD 84,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellness benefits

6% retirement contribution match and 3

457 Deferred Compensation match

General leave

Work/life balance

Job summary

City of Commerce City seeks an Energy Efficiency Specialist to track energy usage in city buildings and develop strategies to improve energy efficiency under the Sustainability Manager.

This grant-funded position will lead the implementation of citywide building energy guidelines and a decarbonization roadmap for commercial and residential properties, with salary dependent on experience and a generous benefits package including health, retirement contributions, and work/life balance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college/university.
• 2–5 years of progressively responsible experience in sustainability, energy policy, planning, code implementation, or building performance programs.
• Ability to obtain ICC Energy Inspector and Plans Examiner certification.

Responsibilities

• Track energy usage in city buildings and develop strategies to enhance energy efficiency.
• Lead the implementation of citywide building energy guidelines and a decarbonization roadmap for commercial and residential properties.
• Work under the guidance of the Sustainability Manager to advance energy policy initiatives.

Skills

Sustainability policy experience

Building energy efficiency

Code implementation

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Sustainability, Energy Policy, Environmental Policy, Natural Resource Management, Urban Planning, Public Policy, Environmental Studies, Engineering, Architecture, or related field

Tools

ICC Energy Inspector certification

Plans Examiner certification

Job description

*This position is grant funded through the Denver Regional Council of Government (DRCOG) Building Policy Collaborative program. The duration of this appointment is guaranteed until fall 2029.

Hiring salary is dependent upon experience.

The hiring range is $83,592.60 - 92,880.67 / annually.

Are you passionate about creating a sustainable future? Join our dynamic team as an Energy Efficiency Specialist, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping energy policies that drive our city towards greater sustainability. Under the guidance of the Sustainability Manager, you'll be responsible for tracking energy usage in city buildings and developing innovative strategies to enhance energy efficiency. This is a unique opportunity to lead the charge in implementing citywide building energy guidelines and a comprehensive decarbonization roadmap for both commercial and residential properties.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to our success, and we are committed to creating a supportive and welcoming work environment for all of our employees.

Commerce City is an equal opportunity employer.

We care about our employees and offer a generous benefits package:

• Health & wellness benefits, 6% retirement contribution match and 3% 457 Deferred Compensation match, general leave, work/life balance, and more.

• Bachelor's degree in Sustainability, Energy Policy, Environmental Policy, Natural Resource Management, Urban Planning, Public Policy, Environmental Studies, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Two to five years of progressively responsible experience in sustainability, energy policy, planning, code implementation, or building performance programs.
• To have or be able to obtain ICC Energy Inspector and Plans Examiner certification.
• LEED GA certification or (equivalent LEED certification). If not currently certified, certification must be obtained within six (6) months of hire. The City will provide support and resources to assist the selected candidate in obtaining the required certification.
• A combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential duties of the position may be considered.