Energy Conservation & Repair Specialist - Lead

Snohomish County•Everett, WA

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

Are you an energy or weatherization professional with a passion for customer service, creativity, and making a positive impact in the community? If so, then the Snohomish County Office of Energy and Sustainability is the place for you! We are looking for an experienced professional to join our Weatherization Program team. The Office of Energy and Sustainability, a division of the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, is hiring an Energy Conservation and Repair Analyst - Lead. In this role, you will be the lead for the Energy Conservation & Repair Analyst team. You will use a full range of professional field experience, as well as technical and administrative skills to conduct home energy audits, develop scopes of work for home improvements, perform energy modeling, complete final home inspections, address technical questions, and provide support and training to Energy Conservation & Repair Analysts. The ideal candidate will have excellent leadership, communication and customer service skills, be highly self-motivated, and able to work collaboratively as part of a team. The Snohomish County Weatherization Program provides weatherization-related assistance to over 100 homes per year through many different methods, such as insulation, air sealing, duct work, heating repairs, safety repairs, and client education. We provide high-quality service to program participants to help improve the health and safety of their home and save money on their utility bills. The Office of Energy and Sustainability maintains a collaborative work environment where innovation, team-work, and continuous improvement are paramount. Apply to join our team today, where you can have both a fulfilling job and lifelong career at Snohomish County. Job offers are contingent on successful completion of reference and background checks. Snohomish County will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States.

Requirements

Two (2) year degree in construction management, energy management, or a related field; AND four (4) years of experience in residential building construction, energy conservation, sustainability, or weatherization, including demonstrated experience in quality control inspection, technical guidance, training, mentoring, and project coordination PLUS one (1) year of lead or supervisory experience; OR any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities.
A valid Washington State Driver’s License is required for employment.
Candidates must possess current Building Performance Institute certifications as an Energy Auditor and Quality Control Inspector.
Employees must obtain Mold Protocol training and Lead Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Certification within 30 days of employment.
Knowledge of: Advanced energy conservation theories, principles, and practices
Knowledge of: Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems and methods
Knowledge of: Residential building construction techniques and weatherization program standards
Knowledge of: Applicable building codes including Uniform Building Code (UBC) and National Electrical Code (NEC)
Knowledge of: State and utility weatherization program requirements and standards
Knowledge of: HUD housing rehabilitation guidelines
Knowledge of: Energy conservation and repair auditing methodologies
Knowledge of: Combustion safety testing and pressure diagnostic tools
Ability to: Provide technical leadership and guidance in energy conservation and repair audits
Ability to: Conduct advanced building assessments using blower door tests and diagnostic tools
Ability to: Analyze and resolve complex technical and regulatory issues
Ability to: Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Ability to: Serve as a subject matter expert and resource for staff and contractors
Ability to: Engage tactfully with diverse economic, political, and cultural client populations
Ability to: Use computers and specialized software relevant to weatherization and energy conservation
Ability to: Research, interpret, and apply codes, ordinances, and regulations and train staff accordingly
Ability to: Recognize and mitigate health and safety hazards in residential settings

Nice To Haves

Excellent leadership, communication and customer service skills
Highly self-motivated
Able to work collaboratively as part of a team

Responsibilities

Provide technical leadership, mentoring, training, and quality assurance for Energy & Conservation Repair Analysts (ECRAs) and contractors to ensure effective program delivery.
Serve as the primary technical and procedural resource regarding energy conservation, weatherization program standards, and repair methodologies.
Coordinate work assignments and workflow to balance workloads and achieve timely completion of program objectives.
Lead and manage complex, sensitive, or high-risk projects, including inter-agency cooperative initiatives.
Conduct residential energy and repair audits using diagnostic tools to identify deficiencies and design cost-effective work plans.
Prepare, issue, negotiate, and monitor work orders and contractor proposals, including specifications, cost estimates, contract submittments, and modifications.
Inspect residences for satisfactory completion of contracted work in compliance with state, federal, and program guidelines.
Resolve client complaints and mediate disputes between contractors and clients with professionalism and tact.
Interpret and apply relevant building codes, land use regulations, landlord/tenant laws, and public health variances.
Assist in setting targeted goals for ECRA staff and evaluate training effectiveness to promote workforce development.
Lead the implementation of new initiatives, technologies, and regulatory changes affecting weatherization and repair programs.
Educate clients on energy conservation principles, health, safety, and repair practices.
Maintain accurate records, reports, and data entries related to weatherization activities and program compliance.
Serve as a liaison among clients, contractors, and government agencies to support project development and regulatory adherence.
Participate in meetings, committees, and task forces to contribute to policy development and program refinement.