Energy Manager (#RE1420)
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$44.91-$54.59 Hourly / $7,784.17-$9,461.71 Monthly / $93,410.07-$113,540.52 Yearly

Under direction, performs responsible program management work in the development and oversight of a County-wide energy management and conservation program; and does related or other work as required in accordance with Rule 3, Section 3 of the Civil Service Rules.

An employee in this single position class is responsible for management of all aspects of a County-wide energy conservation program which is designed to measure energy consumption and develop, implement and coordinate appropriate conservation measures. Supervision is received from the Director of Facilities Management.

• Plans, coordinates and monitors County wide energy use; evaluates County energy consumption practices using of computers to track and control energy consumption; works with County departments and managers to evaluate energy usage practices.
• Identifies energy saving opportunities; provides recommendations to implement conservation measures; initiates input from gas and electric providers regarding the availability of financial incentives related to implementing various energy conservation measures.
• Organizes and coordinates site specific methods to promote wise energy use; prioritizes projects and oversees through completion; makes recommendations regarding contracts with third party purveyors of natural gas, electricity and water.
• Develops and conducts in-service training for managers, staff and the general public regarding energy consumption and conservation; attends public meetings and makes presentations on energy conservation subjects; attends energy conservation conferences and workshops; attends meetings outside of daily work hours as needed.
• Prepares cost/benefit analyses on energy related issues to assist with preparation of budgets for utilities and energy retrofits; prepares grant and rebate applications; prepares written notices and correspondence; maintains records; conducts special studies; collects data pertaining to energy use; performs local and statewide searches to obtain material on energy conservation.
• Reviews and evaluates changes to new construction and remodel projects relating to energy use and recommends changes as needed; provides contract supervision and inspection services; verifies and approves changes in utility billing and other related services
• Serves as a liaison for the County with utility suppliers, outside suppliers and the public.

Principles, practices, methods and techniques of energy consumption measurement and conservation; utility rate structures; principles and practices of public administration and management, including budgeting, supervision, training, purchasing, project coordination, organization and personnel administration; analytical and statistical methods; effective public relations and communication techniques.

Effectively gather and analyze energy and conservation-related data; perform complex statistical calculations utilizing computers and other office automation equipment; organize and write reports; give effective presentations to individuals and groups; read, understand, interpret and apply energy-related rules and regulations; develop, review and manage contracts and grants; express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; present oneself professionally; supervise subordinate staff.

Mobility-Frequent operation of a keyboard, sitting for long periods, walking; occasional standing for long periods, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, driving, climbing; Lifting-Frequently 5 pounds or less; occasionally 5 to 30 pounds; Visual-Constant good overall vision and reading/close-up work; frequent color perception and eye/hand coordination; occasional depth perception and peripheral vision; Hearing/Talking-Frequent hearing normal speech, hearing/talking on the telephone; occasional hearing faint sounds and talking in person; Emotional/Psychological-Frequent decision making and concentration; occasional public contact, heights, working weekends/nights/overtime; Environmental-Occasional noise, varied outdoor weather conditions.