Energy/Water Conservation Coordinator

City of Mesa•Mesa, AZ

About The Position

This position is responsible for managing and coordinating the implementation of a wide variety of complex sustainability programs and projects related to energy efficiency, renewable energy, water conservation, climate action, sustainable development, green infrastructure, facilities retrofits and audits, and educational outreach. The primary functions include conducting research, data analysis, providing technical support, and input into program/project development and implementation. The role defines and accomplishes strategic goals, offers technical expertise on conservation codes, greenhouse gas inventory modeling, and water-efficient design. It involves project management and technical oversight of interdepartmental teams, contractors, consultants, interns, or volunteers. The coordinator interprets conservation codes and standards, analyzes and recommends projects, programs, and communication strategies to management, Council, and external customers. Leadership is provided through participation in external committees and partnerships. The role also involves negotiating and facilitating contracts (service contracts, grants, intergovernmental agreements) and administering contracts and grants according to guidelines. Incumbents may be assigned duties from different disciplines as needed and may supervise. The position may be assigned to an Energy Conservation Assignment (focus on greenhouse gas reduction, energy efficiency, renewable energy) or a Water Conservation Assignment (focus on water efficiency, water conservation, urban heat mitigation, sustainability education). The role requires considerable independence, initiative, judgment, and the ability to make decisions of considerable difficulty. A high level of professionalism and interpersonal skills are expected for presenting complex technical information to diverse audiences. A comprehensive working knowledge of water efficiency, energy conservation, climate action strategies, and energy conservation codes and standards is necessary. The position may act as a project manager or lead over other technical professionals and/or teams. Work is performed under the general direction of the Environmental Programs Supervisor, with work reviewed through meetings, reports, and overall results.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Sciences, Architecture, Engineering Technology, Urban/Regional Planning, Sustainability, Natural Resource Management, Public or Business Administration, or a closely related field.
Considerable (3 - 5 years) full-time work experience in conservation, environmental, sustainability, or energy efficiency which includes managing projects and/or programs.
Must possess a valid Class D Arizona Driver's License by hire or promotion date.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer certification (Energy Conservation Assignment).
Certified Energy Manager certification (Energy Conservation Assignment).
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional (LEED AP) or similar certification (Energy Conservation Assignment).
LEED AP certification (Water Conservation Assignment).
Professional landscape certifications such as Water Auditor, Certified Arborist, or Master Gardener (Water Conservation Assignment).

Responsibilities

Conducts research, data analysis, technical support, and input into the development and implementation of various programs/projects.
Defines and accomplishes established strategic goals and objectives.
Provides technical expertise on energy conservation codes, greenhouse gas inventory modeling, and water efficient equipment and landscape design to improve City facilities’ sustainability goals.
Performs duties related to project management and technical oversight of interdepartmental project teams, contractors, consultants, interns, or volunteers hired by the City to implement or install energy and water efficiency measures, renewable energy projects, climate action projects, and outreach programs.
Interprets conservation codes and standards.
Analyzes and recommends to management the benefits, alternatives, and financial impacts of projects, programs, and communication of information to internal departments, Council, and external customers.
Provides leadership through participation in external committees and/or regional and statewide partnerships to achieve sustainability goals.
Negotiates and facilitates contracts in the form of service contracts, grants, intergovernmental agreements, or working with City legal and consultants.
Coordinates, writes, and administers contracts and grants by following grant guidelines and contract/project requirements.
Acts as the department’s representative in areas related to Citywide, regional, and statewide efforts on conservation and sustainability programs.
Formulates recommended courses of action based upon technical information.
Exercises extensive initiative and judgment, and makes independent decisions of considerable difficulty.
Presents complex technical information and data in a format that is understandable to a variety of audiences.
Acts as project manager or lead over other technical professionals and/or lead a team of professionals, contractors, or technicians providing contract or Energy/Water Conservation Coordinator project management as well as technical expertise and guidance.