Energy and Climate Program Manager I - Department of General Services

SALARY RANGE:

$74,803.00 - $119,684.00 ANNUALLY

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CLASS DEFINITION

An Energy Program Manager I plans, develops, coordinates and controls all or part of a complex energy efficiency, renewable energy, or other type of energy project from concept, design and implementation. Work of this class may involve assigning and reviewing the work of employees engaged in the implementation of energy efficiency projects.

Incumbents receive moderate supervision from an administrative superior. Employees in this class work a conventional workweek. Work is performed in an office where working conditions are normal. Work requires minimal physical exertion.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must:

Education: Have a bachelor's degree in environmental science, economics, engineering, public policy or a related field from an accredited college or university

AND

Experience: Have four years of experience developing and managing the implementation of projects in a related field, including one year with responsibility for training, assigning and reviewing the work of project engineers or program managers to leading projects

OR

Equivalency Notes: Have an equivalent combination of education and experience. A master’s degree in environmental science, engineering, economics, public policy, business administration, finance, or a related field may be substituted for two years of the experience requirement.

License, Registrations and Certificates: Have a valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver’s license or an equivalent out-of-state driver’s license and eligible to obtain a Baltimore City driver’s permit.

**APPLICATION DEADLINE: Please submit your application no later than 12:00 AM on the closing date to be eligible for consideration. **

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of technical aspects of mechanical and electrical specifications.
• Knowledge of renewable energy technologies.
• Knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of project management.
• Knowledge of various funding sources and restrictions.
• Knowledge of energy efficiency technologies.
• Knowledge of transportation efficiency options.
• Ability to develop energy strategies and options.
• Ability to schedule and budget complex capital projects.
• Ability to collect, organize and analyze data.
• Ability to present ideas, concepts and City policy to State and Federal officials persuasively and effectively.
• Ability to understand the relationships and interactions between Federal, State and local governments and maintain effective working relationships with government officials.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to independently manage and prioritize multiple projects and initiatives.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Background Check                                        

Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed. 

Probation 

All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-month's probation.

Eligibility 

Qualified candidates will be cons