Energy Efficiency Education Coordinator (NE GA)

Southern Company • Athens, GA

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About The Position

The Energy Efficiency Education Coordinator delivers Pre-K–12 energy efficiency education curriculum that supports statewide school systems and teacher associations and advances STEM educational initiatives. Most of the work is spent in classrooms providing hands-on learning, working with educators, promoting web-based learning opportunities, and hosting educational awareness events. The coordinator is the region’s primary point of contact for energy efficiency education and supports career awareness activities, including Careers in Energy Week, summer camps, and career events. The role manages education and workforce development projects, including Learning Power, and builds public awareness of energy efficiency, conservation, and pathways to energy-related careers. The position also supports Georgia Power’s standing as an employer of choice and corporate citizen.

The office must be located within one of these Northeast Georgia counties: Barrow, Clarke, Elbert, Greene, Jackson, Jasper, Madison, Morgan, Oconee, Oglethorpe, or Walton. The employee must currently live in one of these counties or be willing to relocate at their own expense; relocation assistance is not provided. Weekly travel using the employee’s own vehicle is required, with mileage reimbursement. This is a safety-sensitive position, and storm duty is required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in education, communications, marketing, or a related field.
• At least one year of work experience delivering K–12 curriculum in a classroom or transferable experience.
• Excellent written, oral, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills, including public speaking to varied audiences.
• Knowledge of local education systems, facilities, and teacher or education associations.
• Understanding of the company’s operations, policies, and procedures.
• Organizational, strategic-thinking, and analytical skills.
• Ability to motivate and influence without positional leadership.
• Experience managing multiple projects and working with multiple stakeholders simultaneously.
• Ability to build internal and external relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and self-direct.
• Must model Southern Company Values.
• Must live in one of the 11 listed counties or be willing to relocate there at their own expense; relocation assistance is not provided.
• Must use a personal vehicle for weekly travel; mileage is reimbursed.
• At least one year of verifiable driving experience and a valid driver’s license for the class of vehicle operated; driving permits are not typically considered valid licenses.
• Must have no revocation of driving privileges within the 36 months before application, no convictions for major traffic violations within the 12 months before application, and no pending charges for a major traffic violation at application.
• Must consent to continuous monitoring of Motor Vehicle Record.
• Must be available for required storm duty; position is safety-sensitive.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working with external civic groups.
• Georgia Power Region work experience.
• Understanding of Georgia Power workforce development initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and enhance Pre-K–12 energy efficiency education programs and strategies that attract students to the energy industry and advance STEM education initiatives.
• Promote energy careers and build awareness, connection, understanding, and interest in energy career pathways and energy efficiency in Georgia.
• Identify and pursue opportunities to expand education initiatives in local school systems and through other education partners.
• Develop community contacts and collaborative relationships with community members, organizations, and educational institutions to identify opportunities for Georgia Power involvement.
• Lead and manage internal and external teams to advance programs and community education efforts.
• Serve as the region’s single point of contact and build strong relationships for the energy efficiency education initiative.
• Work with corporate communications to advance public relations for regional energy efficiency education initiatives.
• Coordinate energy efficiency education programs and activities aligned with business unit needs.
• Partner with Georgia Power workforce development to coordinate energy career pathway and skilled-trades initiatives that address regional industry needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level