Public Sector Energy Outreach Manager

Willdan Group, Inc.; Tulare (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Willdan Group, Inc. seeks an Outreach Manager to support the California-based Public Sector energy efficiency program team.

The role focuses on engaging public agencies across Southern California through targeted outreach, driving enrollment and participation in energy efficiency and electrification programs. You will lead or assist with project management activities serving local governments, school districts, tribal nations, and federal agencies, navigating regulatory and rebate requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in public administration, business, engineering, environmental science/studies, economics, or related field.
• Experience with energy efficiency and electrification programs.
• Residency in Kings, Tulare, Kern, Riverside, or San Bernardino County for local engagement.
• Experience using CRM or related tracking systems; strong communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Develop targeted outreach strategies to engage public agencies and increase program participation.
• Serve as the main contact for public agencies, coordinating with internal teams for timely service delivery.
• Interface with stakeholders to execute relationship-based strategies for agency participation.
• Meet with agencies to guide onboarding and establish program partnerships.
• Assist agencies in navigating internal approval processes to advance participation.
• Collaborate with program management to ensure compliant delivery of services.
• Collect and verify documentation to support referrals and incentives, ensuring CPUC compliance.
• Plan and execute program events, including logistics and on-site support.
• Represent the program at tabling events and direct community outreach.
• Lead or support program reporting; track milestones and provide status updates.
• Identify issues/risks and drive resolution; implement process improvements.
• Travel approximately 20% for meetings, engagement, and outreach.

Skills

Energy efficiency knowledge

Stakeholder management

Public outreach

Communication skills

KOL concepts

Project coordination

Travel coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in public administration

Master's degree in related field

Tools

CRM software

Microsoft Excel

Office suite

Database/tracking systems

Job description

Willdan Group, Inc. seeks an Outreach Manager to support the California-based Public Sector energy efficiency program team.

The role focuses on engaging public agencies across Southern California through targeted outreach, driving enrollment and participation in energy efficiency and electrification programs. You will lead or assist with project management activities serving local governments, school districts, tribal nations, and federal agencies, navigating regulatory and rebate requirements