Program Manager - Building Decarbonization Enterprise
State of ColoradoAbout the role
Posting number: EFA-BLDGPM-08.11.26
Department: Colorado Energy Office
Job classification: NON-CLASSIFIED
Posting type: Open & Promotional
Categories: Administration
Summary
This mission of the Colorado Energy Office (CEO) is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and consumer energy costs by advancing clean energy, energy efficiency and zero emission vehicles to benefit all Coloradans. The Colorado Energy Office is a great place to work, with collaborative and talented employees who are passionate about our mission and a flexible hybrid (work from home/work from office) atmosphere. Employees report high satisfaction with their work, their colleagues and manager, and CEO leadership. Join us!
We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
Reducing greenhouse gas pollution and advancing zero emission vehicles, energy efficiency and clean energy are essential to preserving and protecting Colorado’s way of life. These actions defend the health of our communities and natural environment, provide access to lower cost clean energy resources for rural and urban areas, increase investment and economic growth opportunities, and expand clean energy jobs. As part of our mission we serve the people of Colorado with programs focusing on weatherization, energy efficiency, and electric vehicles and a regulatory and legislative agenda to promote the interests of all Coloradans.
The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities. Governor’s Office staff should demonstrate a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility (EDIA) in the workplace to fulfill the promise of a Colorado For All. Staff are expected to participate in learning opportunities and training to increase their knowledge around EDIA, have a growth mindset, and embed new learnings and skills into daily business practices. Creating inaccessible digital content such as web pages, emails, presentations, or documents leaves the state open to fines up to $3,500 based on the language in House Bill 21-110. Staff should strive to make all digital content accessible using provided accessibility resources.
Examples of duties
Starting Salary: $70,012.80 - $90,001.60 Annually
*This position is eligible for a hybrid working arrangement. Hybrid positions are expected to be present at the office location for no less than one day per work week.
General Duties and Responsibilities
Colorado has established statewide targets to reduce GHG emissions. To help hit Colorado’s goal of zero net emissions by 2050, we are scaling up efforts to make the state’s buildings more energy-efficient. We’re looking for a collaborative leader to connect with public and private partners, drive impactful building policies, and help shape the future of clean energy in Colorado.
The Program Manager - Building Decarbonization Enterprise will be responsible for coordinating activities funded by the Building Decarbonization Enterprise Fund (BDEF), which was established in HB25-1269. The BDEF’s core purpose is to help large commercial and multi-family residential building owners meet the state’s greenhouse gas reduction targets under Building Performance Colorado (BPC) enabled by HB 21-1286. Key responsibilities include:
Program Management: Manage the development and implementation of BDEF-funded programs, including but not limited to energy audit programs, efficiency rebates, and operator training initiatives. Specific tasks include:
Collaborate with senior staff to design and scale high-im
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