Energy Program Manager

State of Colorado; Colorado; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a forward-thinking state department focused on enhancing energy efficiency and sustainability. As the Energy Program Manager, you'll lead initiatives that significantly reduce energy consumption and costs while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence critical energy policies and practices, making a tangible impact on the environment and community. The ideal candidate will possess a Professional Engineer license and a passion for innovative energy solutions. Embrace the chance to work in a collaborative environment that values diversity and inclusion while supporting the mission to serve Colorado's citizens.

Benefits

Paid Holidays

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Plans

Flexible Spending Accounts

Public Retirement Options

On-site Fitness Facilities

Qualifications

• Requires a Professional Engineer license and experience in energy systems.
• Education in engineering or related fields can substitute for experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and improve the Energy Management Program.
• Analyze utilities and manage energy management program funds.

Skills

Energy Management

Sustainability Practices

Utility Analysis

Project Management

Education

Professional Engineer License

Degree in Engineering or Related Field

Tools

Energy Management Software

Data Analysis Tools

Job description

The Colorado Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) has three major operational divisions: The Colorado National Guard, Civil Air Patrol, and Veterans Affairs. These divisions utilize state and federal resources to provide our communities, state, and nation with a ready military force for national defense and State emergency response as well as providing assistance to our Colorado Veterans.The Department has a strong culture of service. Our mission is to protect the citizens of Colorado, their property and the environment on a twenty-four hour a day basis and to provide trained military units in support of civil authorities for domestic emergencies and in support of federal combatant commanders for national defense and homeland security missions.

DMVA offers a comprehensive benefits program to its classified work force that includes paid holidays, annual leave, sick leave, medical, dental, life, disability plans, flexible spending accounts, and public retirement options. DMVA also strives to assist employees in achieving a healthy work/life balance by offering compressed work weeks, on-site fitness facilities, free parking, and a variety of training opportunities!

The Energy Program Manager supervises and improves the Energy Management Program, analyzes utilities, manages energy management and resiliency program funds, and leads the Sustainability and Resiliency Program. This position exercises direct, formal control over the MSETs. The Energy Program Manager is the senior authority for COARNG energy and resiliency plans, budgets, contracts, payments, technology integration, construction projects, and modernization of existing systems. This position possesses unique knowledge and expertise on energy, resiliency, and utility operations to support the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs' overall mission. The DMVA routinely relies on this position for essential consultation on energy and resiliency before deciding broad, critical program and policy direction. This position will ensure the effective and efficient operation of the Energy Management Program, resulting in significant reductions in energy consumption, costs, and environmental impacts. This position provides technical leadership and oversight to the MSETs, Mechanical Engineer, and State Electrician, guiding them to implement energy-efficient solutions, troubleshoot energy-related issues, and optimize the performance of mechanical systems and equipment. The goal of this position is to achieve a high level of energy efficiency, reliability, and sustainability in the facilities, while providing a safe and healthy environment for occupants.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

Energy Program Management

• serves as the G9 Energy Manager for the Colorado Army National Guard (COARNG), applying engineering concepts and problem-solving techniques to analyze energy and water cost and consumption data, conduct surveys, audits, and special studies aimed at optimizing program efficiency;

• integrates the energy program with other Army programs, ensuring compatibility with State and Army plans, policies, and goals, conducting research, data management, trend analysis, and special projects throughout all phases of the Army’s Energy Management Program;

• evaluates and makes recommendations on energy management matters to ensure compliance with federal and state executive orders, policies, and mandates; and

• develops long-range energy management plans, prepares reports for leadership and external agencies, and drafts plans and specifications for energy conservation upgrades to existing facilities or utilities.

Utilities Analysis

• coordinates surveys and audits of utility systems, buildings, facilities, and projects to identify technical features that may contribute to energy or utility mismanagement or could be modified to improve energy and utility management;

• reviews calculations and designs from engineers, architect/engineer firms, and the US Army Corps of Engineers to identify energy-related implications, assess greenhouse gas emissions, develop alternatives, and ensure compatibility with available energy resources; and

• prepares and submits accurate utility reports and documents internal controls and material weaknesses.

Program Funds Management

• establishes energy requirements and manages the funding development and execution for energy and water conservation initiatives out to 5 years;

• oversees financial planning and programming for several key ARNG Management Decision Execution Packages (MDEP), including Utility Services, Army Energy Program & Utility Infrastructure Modernization, and Facility-Related Control Systems;

• identifies traditional and alternative funding sources, researches the application process, compiles necessary application data, coordinates deadlines, and writes applications and associated materials;

• reviews and uses Army Energy and Water Reporting System (AEWRS) data along with local utility trends and analysis for yearly updates into the Facilities Management Budget Tool (FMBT) system to forecast future Program Objective Memorandum (POM) year requirements; and

• follows established timelines from NGB for reporting inputs. The EPM works closely with utility providers to negotiate services, rates, and resolve billing errors.

Sustainability and Resiliency Program Lead

• leads and implements plans, programs, and policies that incorporate the sustainability practices outlined in State Executive Order D 2025 003, "Greening of State Government";

• coordinates with the State Office of Sustainability as a key member of the Greening Government Leadership Council (GGLC) and reports yearly on the DMVA’s progress toward meeting statewide sustainability goals;

• develops the installation utility reduction plan, addressing energy, fuel, natural gas, water, and sewer use, to meet state and Army sustainability goals;

• provides technical advice, guidance, and strategic planning for the staff and leadership across the COARNG;

• conducts studies and analyses to recommend program improvement and achievement of sustainability goals. Serves as the COARNG resiliency subject matter expert focused on strategic plans;

• develops and implements policies, procedures, and programs to enhance mission-critical facility support;

• promotes the COARNG Resiliency and Sustainability program within the Department of Defense (DoD) and across state and local communities, working to qualify for and secure community, state, or federal recognition and awards; and

• develops and submits planning, programming, and execution documents for implementing sustainability and resiliency programs, staying informed of new developments in utility sustainability and conservation, attending relevant conferences, and coordinating with peers at other installations and agencies.

Supervision

• supervises the G9 Mechanical Structural Electrical Technicians (MSETs) who support facility operations and manage building control systems, monitoring settings and status of building control systems such as lighting, heating, ventilation, irrigation, and drainage at all COARNG facilities; and

• advises, assists, and directs the MSET to ensure they are continually monitoring and adjusting building control systems, evaluating building performance, and measuring efficiency and resiliency outcomes from changes implemented.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current, valid licensure as a Professional Engineer from the Colorado State Board of Licensure for Architects, Professional Engineers and Professional Land Surveyors (a copy of this licensure must be attached to your application).
• Two (2) years of professional experience in energy systems, sustainability, and resiliency related to electricity, fuel, natural gas, water, sewer systems, and solid waste, one of which must have been as a licensed professional engineer.

OR

Education and Experience:

Appropriate education from an accredited institution in engineering, scientific, mathematical, technical, or closely related degree,in addition to that required for the professional engineer license, will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis(a copy of this licensure and valid transcripts must be attached to your application).

Preferred Qualifications

Resource Efficiency Management (REM) certification.

Certified Energy Manager (CEM) certification.

Knowledge of the principles, practices, concepts of U.S. Army Units and Organizations, and the Army Energy Program.

Knowledge and skill in written and oral communications to explain and describe energy issues, problems, and solutions to diverse groups of federal, state, rural community stakeholders at all levels.

Knowledge of Defense Finance and Accounting Service Manuals.

Conditions of Employment

• Must be willing to travel between Colorado Army National Guard facilities throughout Colorado andto training outside of Colorado.
• Must be able to pass a background check at initial employment.
• Continued employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a security clearance within the first six months of employment.

Appeal Rights:If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director. An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email ([e-mail]), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgment of the department’s action. For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go tospb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at [phone]; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, atspb.colorado.gov under Rules.

DMVA Diversity Goals:

The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

Accommodations:

The Department of Personnel & Administration is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, at 720-250-1538.