Green-e Analyst, Certification Programs

Center for Resource Solutions; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full medical, dental, vision, and life

401(k) with employer matching

HSA/FSA options

Commuter benefits

Professional development opportunities

Paid time off

Sick leave

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

Center for Resource Solutions (CRS) is seeking an Analyst based in our San Francisco office for a full-time, exempt role supporting CRS’s certification programs, including Green-e Energy.

The Analyst will manage applications, assist with verifications and compliance reviews, conduct research on renewable energy claims, and contribute to program outreach. A Bachelor's degree and strong communication skills are required; CRS offers a hybrid schedule and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Energy or Environmental Policy, Engineering, Data Analysis, Program Management, Communications, Economics.
• Master's degree in a related field preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Flexible and self-starting, able to multitask and prioritize across multiple projects.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Motivated problem solver, excited to dive deeply into renewable energy.
• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to CRS’s mission.

Responsibilities

• Managing certification applications, including onboarding and training of program participants, conducting contract renewals and terminations, reviewing and improving internal program processes and documentation.
• Assisting in the annual verification processes for the Green-e Energy program and potentially other programs.
• Conducting the annual Marketing Compliance Review processes for the different Green-e certification programs.
• Researching and verifying renewable energy generator information, including evaluating any renewable energy consumption claims.
• Responding to general Green-e program email inquiries and inbound calls, performing program administration duties such as attending and taking minutes at meetings, sending mailings, suggesting website updates, and supporting organization-wide data projects.
• Providing research support to the Green-e certification programs.
• Supporting the Program Outreach team as needed, including traveling to meet with program participants and conducting program outreach.
• Occasional travel will be required.
• Contributing to technical reports and supporting CRS Education and Expert Assistance work.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Independent work

Problem solving

Integrity

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Center for Resource Solutions (CRS) is a vibrant and expanding 501(c)(3) that promotes policy and market-based solutions to advance sustainable energy in the U.S. and internationally. CRS’s work engages stakeholders across the sustainable energy sector, including renewable energy users, sellers, government, and other NGOs through its education, technical assistance, and policy-focused programs and outreach. CRS also administers the market-leadingGreen-e®programs, which offer independent environmental and consumer protection standards and certification for buyers and producers of renewable energy, such as utility green power programs, and carbon offsets and biomethane.

As the public’s awareness of the impacts of pollution arising from electricity generation, energy security issues, and sustainable economic development has risen, the demand for renewable energy has increased greatly. Voluntary certified renewable energy sales in the U.S. have increased an average of 9% over the past 4 years, and CRS’s Green-e® Certification program currently certifies over 3.5% of the total U.S. electricity mix. More than half of the installed wind capacity in the U.S. is participating in Green-e® Energy certified transactions. This position is a chance to join a leading clean energy nonprofit organization and work on a program whose growth mirrors the dynamic renewable energy market.

This is a full-time, exempt position.

The Analyst position is based in CRS’s San Francisco office. This position is not remote and requires in-person presence in accordance with CRS’s work schedule policies. Currently, CRS maintains a hybrid work schedule, but that could change based on the needs of the organization and other factors.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Analyst reports to the Manager of Certification Programs and supports the day-to-day administration of CRS's certification programs.

This position requires the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a firm focus on priorities, excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and a high level of comfort contacting current and potential program participants by phone and email in a professional manner. Study or work experience in environmental policy and renewable electricity markets is preferred.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing certification applications, including the onboarding and training of program participants, conducting contract renewals and terminations, reviewing and improving related internal program processes and documentation


• Assisting in the annual verification processes for the Green-e® Energy program and potentially other programs


• Conducting the annual Marketing Compliance Review processes for the different Green-e® certification programs


• Researching and verifying renewable energy generator information, including evaluating any renewable energy consumption claims


• Responding to general Green-e® program email inquiries and inbound calls, performing program administration duties such attending and taking minutes at meetings, sending program related mailings, suggesting website updates, and supporting organization wide data-related projects


• Providing research support to the Green-e® certification programs


• Supporting the Program Outreach team as needed, including traveling to meet with program participants and conducting program outreach

Support and Participate in CRS Education and Expert Assistance Work - 15%

• Conducting targeted qualitative and quantitative research


• Contributing to technical reports


• Occasional travel will be required

QUALIFICATIONS AND PREFERRED SKILLS

• Bachelor's Degree required in a relevant area, such as but not limited to: Public Policy, Energy or Environmental Policy, Engineering, Data Analysis, Program Management, Communications, Economics


• Master's degree in a related field preferred


• Excellent written and oral communication skills


• Flexible and self-starting, able to multitask and prioritize across multiple projects


• Must be able to work independently


• Motivated problem solver, excited to dive deeply into renewable energy


• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to CRS’s mission

COMPENSATION

This is a full-time, exempt position with an anticipated salary range of $70,000-$80,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience.

BENEFITS

Located in the beautiful Presidio National Park, CRS offers a collaborative, mission-driven workplace with the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule. We believe in investing in our employees through a comprehensive benefits package that includes 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for employees, a 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching, HSA/FSA options, commuter benefits, professional development opportunities, paid time off, sick leave, and other programs that support your well-being both inside and outside of work.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. In addition, employment is contingent upon satisfactory reference and background checks.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

CRS is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are important to our organization and accomplishing our work of promoting sustainable energy and addressing climate change. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, disability, work-related injury, covered veteran status, political ideology, genetic information, marital status or any applicable legally protected characteristic. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. CRS is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail].