Energy Manager - Town of Longmeadow : Job Details

The Town of Longmeadow, MA is seeking qualified applicants for the FT position of Energy Manager.

The position is responsible for the administrative, technical, and supervisory tasks related to all renewable energy and energy efficient and conservation policies, practices, and projects for the Town. Responsible for the development, management, and coordination of duties to identify, develop, implement, and manage innovative and effective programs and policies to achieve at high level of energy and resource sustainability for municipal sector. Coordinates with the DPW Facilities Director to implement municipal energy use reduction projects and strategies in municipal facilities. Responsible for identifying, developing, implementing, and managing relevant and targeted energy conservation and education programming for the residential and commercial sectors. Attends meetings of appropriate Boards and Committees and other public meetings as required to further the Town's energy use reduction goals and the relevant goals of the Long Range Plan.

Successful candidate must have:

• Knowledge of relevant Massachusetts General Laws related to essential functions. Knowledge of municipal setting, developing, funding, and implementing energy efficiency/management and renewable energy projects and/or programs. Experience in utility planning, research and grant writing, financial analysis, energy and sustainability, business case and case study presentations. Knowledge and experience in energy and environmental management, climate change, energy efficiency, renewable energy, and environmental sustainability principles. Knowledge of legal and procedural operations in a municipal setting including procurement requirements and negotiating contracts. Comprehensive knowledge of data analysts including the ability to manage, analyze, coordinate, strategize, systemize / correlate with discretion in determining time, place, and sequence of operation with organizational framework.

• Ability to maintain good public relations and to maintain effective collaborative working relationships with Town departments, department heads, fellow employees, officials, and the general public and to respond in a courteous and professional manner. Strong organizational skills in a multi-task environment. Effective written and oral communications. Ability to maintain complete and accurate detailed records. Operate office equipment. Perform multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines while working as part of a team. Ability to learn new software as needed. Ability to perform projects and assignments on the basis of general outlines or directions without specific instructions as to details, and to perform continuing assignments independently. Ability to prepare reports and analyze to keep accurate and detailed records. Ability to perform in a fast-paced office environment. Ability to organize time and accomplish tasks with accuracy and attention to detail

• Proficient in use of computer programs including Microsoft Office and Google Suites, email, and internet. Position requires advanced Word and Excel skills. Strong project management skills. Imagination, innovation, and judgment relating to planning and achieving department goals.

High school degree or equivalent, and 3 to 5 years of related experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, certification, and experience. Associates degree preferred. Valid Driver's license required.

• Salary $59,257 - $78,195 DOQ/DOE; excellent benefits.
• Full Job Description is available upon request.

Submit cover letter and resume to the Department of Human Resources, 735 Longmeadow St, Suite 102, Longmeadow, MA 01106 or email [email protected]. Posting is open until filled.

• Full Job description available upon request

The Town of Longmeadow is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion as a Town and to offering equal access to career development and promotional opportunities to our Town employees.