BayREN Codes & Standards Lead

Management & Training Corporation•San Francisco, CA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a time-limited position through June 30, 2029, with the possibility of extension based on continued funding approval. The Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG) is a regional planning agency and local government service provider. ABAG and MTC merged their staff structures in 2018, with MTC now providing services for ABAG. The San Francisco Bay Area Regional Energy Network (BayREN) is a regional program including the nine Bay Area counties, led by ABAG and the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC). BayREN's vision is an energy-efficient, healthy, and resilient built environment where all communities thrive. The Codes & Standards Program is one of BayREN’s oldest programs, focusing on supporting local governments to enforce the California Energy Code, design and implement local energy codes, and connect with state agencies. ABAG/MTC is hiring a Principal Program Manager to lead BayREN’s Codes & Standards Program and carry out other management and strategic tasks for BayREN and the Energy Section. The role involves working with local governments to improve compliance with the California Energy Code, organizing trainings and resources for energy code enforcement, leading a committee to produce quarterly Codes & Standards Forums, supporting local governments in developing and adopting energy conservation policies, and developing and managing the budget for the Codes & Standards Program. The incumbent will also supervise Energy Section staff and manage other projects. The role requires engagement with diverse audiences, including representatives from county and city governments, state partners, other regional agencies, and external stakeholders. Tasks are expected to change over time. The successful candidate will have a basic understanding of state and/or local code adoption and implementation processes, familiarity with local government operations, excellent written and oral communication skills, and experience overseeing complex projects and programs, including managing staff, consultants, contracts, and budgets. Familiarity with energy and building codes and knowledge of ratepayer-funded energy efficiency program operations is desired.

Requirements

Knowledge of state and/or local code adoption and implementation processes
Knowledge of contract negotiation, administration and management
Knowledge of principles and practices of program design and management, budget and schedule development, analysis, administration and evaluation
Knowledge of local government operations and policies, particularly relating to energy and climate
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Strong organizational skills
Meeting facilitation and management skills
Flexibility in adapting to changing circumstances
Ability to assess program and project efficiency and effectiveness, and adjust as needed to improve performance and comply with regulatory changes
Ability to take initiative and independently identify challenges, analyze related issues, evaluate alternatives, and develop approaches and solutions
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a timely manner, with limited supervision
Ability to effectively oversee and supervise staff
Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with a wide variety of people across multiple agencies
Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in planning, civil engineering, environmental science, business or public administration, or a related field
Seven (7) years of increasingly responsible professional experience administering programs in a field related to assignment area
Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license and a safe driving record, or the ability to provide alternate transportation which is approved by the appointing authority

Nice To Haves

A Master's degree in planning, policy, public administration or a related field with at least seven years of increasingly responsible experience in an appropriate field related to the area of assignment is strongly preferred.
At least one year of supervisory experience is preferred.
Significant experience overseeing complex projects and programs, including managing staff, consultants, contracts, and budgets.
Some knowledge of state and/or local code adoption and implementation.
Direct experience with local governments and their climate and energy-related activities.
Familiarity with energy and building codes and related policies and legislation at the state and federal levels.
Experience with ratepayer-funded energy efficiency program operations.

Responsibilities

Ensure all program activities are aligned with program goals
Assess program performance, develop recommendations for improvement, and plan for implementation
Oversee program data handling and maintenance, and review and report on program metrics
Facilitate meetings with BayREN staff and members as appropriate
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
Provide leadership and clear direction to assigned staff; review and evaluate work performance; and identify growth and training opportunities
Ensure staff assignments are resourced correctly to ensure successful delivery of projects and programs; identify shortfalls and gaps in resources and recommend solutions
Hire and manage multiple consultants
Work effectively with consultants to develop and implement BayREN activities
Work with local governments to improve the rate of compliance with the California Energy Code
Identify and organize delivery of trainings and resources targeted to agencies and personnel involved in energy code enforcement
Lead a committee of BayREN members and consultants to produce quarterly Codes & Standards Forums
Support local governments with the development and adoption of energy conservation policies and ordinances, including coordination between jurisdictions and with other organizations
Develop and manage the budget for the Codes & Standards Program, including negotiating contracts and managing consultants to ensure deliverables are provided
Supervising Energy Section staff and managing other projects for BayREN and the Energy Section as appropriate