Energy Resource Professional
About The Position
Are you looking for a career where you can make a difference for Montana's energy system and its vital role supporting our communities and economy? Consider being part of the Energy Bureau's team of interdisciplinary professionals who are working to advance innovative solutions for some of Montana's biggest energy challenges. We take on exciting problems that require curiosity, technical expertise, policy understanding, and teamwork to solve. DEQ is recruiting an Energy Resource Professional to join the Energy Bureau. At DEQ, our mission is to champion a healthy environment for a thriving Montana. DEQ employees are the heart of our organization, and we invest in their professional growth, promoting a culture of cross-agency collaboration as we find solutions to the environmental challenges we face. DEQ values – leadership, accountability, customer service, efficiency, excellence, and decision making – are fundamental to our work. Come be a part of the Department of Environmental Quality!
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in engineering/architecture, business management, or related field; or equivalent working experience in similar programs.
- Current valid Driver's License and clean driving record in accordance with State of Montana Vehicle Use Policy.
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- grant management experience
- a record of effective teamwork
Nice To Haves
- federal grant management
- contract procurement and management
- building science and energy codes
- energy sector workforce development
- energy services program design and delivery
- stakeholder engagement and customer service
- project tracking and analysis
- familiarity with building sciences, home energy technologies, and energy codes
- experience conducting stakeholder engagement, providing customer service, and implementing energy efficiency or energy services programs
Responsibilities
- Develop and deploy significant new federally funded energy incentive programs across Montana with a focus on reducing consumer energy costs and increasing the efficiency and performance of homes and businesses
- Oversee construction-trade and energy auditor training programs that strengthen technical skills, energy code proficiency, and installation quality for homeowners
- Lead outreach and technical assistance to homeowners and businesses on energy affordability, energy efficiency, building science, energy codes, and energy technologies
- Manage large scale federally funded contracts, ensuring all compliance and reporting requirements are met
- Support energy policy review and analysis
Benefits
- career ladder for professional development and pay progression
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
