Energy Policy & Building Decarbonization Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellness benefits

6% retirement contribution match

3% 457 Deferred Compensation match

general leave

work/life balance

and more.

Job summary

City of Commerce City is seeking an Energy Efficiency Specialist to shape energy policies and improve building performance across the city. You will monitor energy usage in city buildings and craft strategies to boost efficiency and electrification, guiding a decarbonization roadmap for commercial and residential properties.

Reporting to the Sustainability Manager, you will drive policy development, coordinate with E3 and Community Development, and lead community engagement events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Sustainability or related field required.
• 2–5 years in sustainability, energy policy, planning, or building performance programs.
• ICC Energy Inspector and Plans Examiner certification required or obtainable within 6 months.
• LEED GA certification or equivalent required or obtainable within 6 months.
• Combination of education and experience considered for essential duties.

Responsibilities

• Track energy usage in city buildings and facilities.
• Develop strategies to improve energy efficiency and electrification.
• Lead citywide building energy guidelines and decarbonization roadmap efforts.
• Coordinate policy development with Sustainability Manager and other departments.
• Engage community through robust events to support climate action goals.

Skills

Policy development

Technical coordination

Community engagement

Interdepartmental collaboration

Climate action

Education

Bachelor's degree in Sustainability or related field

Job description

City of Commerce City is seeking an Energy Efficiency Specialist to shape energy policies and improve building performance across the city. You will monitor energy usage in city buildings and craft strategies to boost efficiency and electrification, guiding a decarbonization roadmap for commercial and residential properties.

Reporting to the Sustainability Manager, you will drive policy development, coordinate with E3 and Community Development, and lead community engagement events.