Compliance - Sustainability Coordinator

Puyallup Tribe of Indians•Tacoma, WA

About The Position

The Energy Coordinator is responsible for assisting the Sustainability Manager with the Tribe’s Sustainability Initiatives related to renewable energy and energy efficiency. Under direct supervision, the Energy Coordinator shall be responsible for the implementation of an energy conservation program, creating technical assistance programming, cost avoidance measures and promote tribal-wide communication by providing support and guidance as directed. The Energy Coordinator will assist with membership support services in regards to promotion and increased access to energy efficiency and emissions reduction services, education, and opportunities.

Requirements

Associates’ degree in Environmental Studies, Environmental Policy, Sustainability or a related field and two years of related work experience in the field of sustainability or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Demonstrated experience in sustainability, environmental or other related field.
Comprehensive research and analytical skills; ability to capture information quickly and to synthesize it into measurable information required.
Experience and knowledge in the use of word processing and spreadsheets (i.e. Microsoft Word for Windows, Excel, Access).
Current local, state, and federal energy policies, programs, and regulations.
General environmental and sustainability issues.
Methods and techniques of research, statistical analysis, and report presentation.
Open space Conservation including agriculture and forestry lands.
Contract processes and procedures.
Principles and practices of public administration, organization, personnel management and modern
supervisory practices.
Use of independent judgment and effective decision-making in the application of a wide variety of laws,
policies and procedures and in effective problem-solving.
Communicating clearly and effectively, orally and in writing to internal staff and external organizations.
Organizing work, setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines, and following up on assignments with
minimum direction.
Actively taking steps to build cohesive, effective and results-orientated teams.
Goal and objective setting.
Team building, leadership and motivation.
Problem resolution.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Customer service and confidentiality are a significant aspect of the job. Contacts are both within and external to the Tribe.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Work assignments involves some creative thinking or development of processes or procedures.
Must have and maintain a valid and unrestricted Washington State driver’s license and proof of insurance. Restrictions must not otherwise prevent the employee from driving a GSA vehicle.
Must submit to and be able to pass a criminal background check prior to employment and periodically throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Tribal sustainability work is also preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist tribal administration to see through Climate Emergency goal of transitioning to non-fossil fuel GSA fleet
Research, identify, and implement solar energy where feasible including but not limited to standard, rooftop, community solar, and floating systems
Works with other departments such as Housing to develop technical assistance programs to guide property owners and developers through code and energy efficiency standards.
Work with the Grants Department to identify and apply for sustainability, climate resilience, and energy focused grants
Recommend sound policies directed toward utilities conservation and sustainability to Tribal government.
Maintain record keeping systems in order to document and track utility consumption and costs to monitor program compliance.
Develop and implement a building energy conservation program to establish energy management plans, perform energy audits, train staff in energy management best practices, and implement cost effective energy efficiency projects in tribally owned facilities.
Create a green building strategy for tribally owned buildings and entities including emissions reducing and energy saving activities related to lighting, HVAC, weatherization, etc.
Support departments to purchase electric or renewable energy options.
Collaborate with vendors, community agencies and institutions such as our utility providers to enhance services and promote waste reduction goals.
Performs other duties as assigned.