Resource Conservation Manager

The City of Spokane is hiring a Resource Conservation Manager to help design, implement, and support programs that conserve energy and other resources among City facilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Open-Entry Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in business/energy management, environmental engineering/science, or a closely related field.
• Experience: Three years of work experience in the field of energy engineering or energy management.

Substitutions:

• Possession of one of the following certifications will substitute for the education and experience requirements: Certified Energy Manager (CEM), Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED), Sustainable Development Professional (CSDP), Business Energy Professional (BEP), or Green Building Engineer (GBE).

Licenses and Certifications:

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license or otherwise demonstrate ability to move between multiple work locations as required.

EXAMPLES OF JOB FUNCTIONS

This description was prepared to indicate the kinds of activities and levels of work difficulty required of positions in this class. It is not intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities.

• Develops and maintains an energy/utility consumption database, performs trend/use analysis, and develops plans to maximize efficiency. Maintains and updates the online Energy Star portal information on City facilities and energy data.
• Advises the Facilities Director, City departments, and various other program administrators on the City’s utility costs, conservation practices, goals, achievements, and overall energy consumption. Monitors and reports resource use at each City facility. Acts as primary point of contact with the local utility company on energy conservation.
• Promotes environmental stewardship and accountability to create and sustain a strong conservation and recycling ethic among building occupants, organizational leaders, and City of Spokane stakeholders. Engages, interacts, and collaborates with City staff through multiple communication channels and programs to effect resource conservation and sustainability efforts.
• Conducts on-site resource surveys and assessments of City facilities, from major buildings to a wide array of small to medium facilities. Analyzes energy use patterns; Identifies, prioritizes, and presents recommendations for practical and effective no-cost/low-cost energy and resource saving/generating measures.
• Collaborates with staff and management to develop resource efficiency and use reduction practices and implementation strategies. Informs and educates staff about behavior and performance expectations, provides timely and accurate feedback regarding performance, and ensures performance and behavioral problems are corrected promptly and effectively.
• Participates in the implementation of targeted building operation, maintenance, and equipment efficiency measures and upgrades. Documents past and projected cost savings for identified measures, and monitors performance.
• Continuously updates and expands departmental and City knowledge and understanding of new and evolving theories, practices, and methodologies by obtaining relevant education and training.
• Provides ongoing education and training for co-workers, facility occupants, maintenance, custodial, and administrative staff in conservation measures to increase awareness of the impact of behaviors on resource use and costs.
• Administers, coordinates, and supports recognition or award programs that encourage actions toward energy saving goals and provides rewards when goals are achieved. Promotes RCM (Resource Conservation Management) Program success stories and shares energy savings ideas with staff.
• Provides consultation on energy standards (including LEED - Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) for all building remodel projects and new construction to ensure maximum building energy efficiencies.
• Assists in the development of new, or updating of current, adopted City strategies, policies, and procedures related to a wide variety of energy conservation practices. Supports and advances strategic plans including and in support of the City of Spokane Comprehensive Plan Goals.
• Performs related work as required.

Please view the official job posting on governmentjobs.com for Civil Service testing information.

BENEFITS

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• AFLAC
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation
• Legal Shield/ID Shield
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity within our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status, genetic information, veteran/military status or disability status. As a Fair Chance employer, City of Spokane does not conduct initial background screening for non-public safety positions.