Account Manager, Energy Effiency

Account Manager, Energy Efficiency

Utilities Programs and Services
 

Location: Columbia, MD (Remote/Field - Home Office With Some Local Travel)

Are you ready to make a difference?

We are currently seeking an Account Manager for our Energy Efficiency group to provide program services for the EmPOWER MD Home Performance with ENERGY STAR® program.
 

What you will be doing:

• Building and maintaining relationships with key market actors in the home improvement industry.
• Conducting partner recruitment activities to achieve the program goals for contractor and consultant recruitment.
• Maintaining strong ongoing communications with participating contractors and consultants in order to assess their needs and to receive feedback on their experience with the program.
• Providing or referring contractors and consultants to technical, administrative, and marketing assistance.
• Contributing to the evolution of program strategies and the design of program features and services.
• Contributing to the deployment of program marketing and outreach campaigns.
• Conducting market ally outreach and training as needed.
• Preparing status reports to accurately describe activities in the field and to monitor progress towards program goals on contractor/consultant participation and the completion of eligible projects.
• Analysis of energy savings and verification of compliance reported through eligible projects.
• Coordinating with or follow up on program Quality Assurance activities such as field inspections and customer surveys, as appropriate.
• Must have a reliable vehicle for local travel. Requirements are between 5% to 25% of the time(Monthly). (reimbursement for mileage provided)

What we need you to have (minimum qualifications):

• Bachelor’s degree in (Business, Communications, Energy, Environmental studies or related fields)(Candidates can substitute one year of experience for each year of education)
• 1+ years of experience in a professional working environment; preferably in consulting or energy
• Must have valid driver’s license and successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check.
   

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working on residential energy efficiency programs or in an organization providing energy efficiency home improvements.
• Demonstrated capabilities in building and maintaining relationships with key market actors in the residential home improvement industry including contractors, real estate agents, home energy rating specialists, weatherization agencies, and public officials.
• Knowledge of residential energy-efficient and renewable technologies.
• Knowledge of integrated or whole-house building science principles.
• Outstanding analytical, writing, and communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills are required.
• Experience with the energy efficiency programs in Maryland and familiarity with programs run by utility companies in Maryland.
• Experience with the home improvement market in Maryland - direct experience in production, administration or sales, or experience working with home improvement industry at a utility, public agency or non-governmental organization.
• Knowledge of energy efficiency and US policies for residential energy.
• Building Performance Institute (BPI) Building Analyst and Envelope Professional.

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Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email