Energy Conservation Specialist

Posting number: PLAN10007

Department: Tribal Administration

Division: Planning Department

Job classification: Energy Conservation Specialist

Posting type: Open

Categories: Environmental Services, Planning and Development, Miscellaneous, Natural Resources, Community Development, Project Management, Program Management

Summary

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION: Energy Conservation Specialist

LOCATION: Red Cliff Planning Department

WAGE: Negotiable depending on qualifications

SUPERVISOR: Planning Administrator

THIS IS A REGULAR FULL-TIME NON-EXEMPT POSITION

JOB SUMMARY: Perform necessary activities to plan, coordinate, manage, and continue development of the Red Cliff Tribal Energy Sovereignty Goals in collaboration with all Tribal Departments and partners.

Examples of duties

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Develop and maintain Red Cliff’s Energy Program and strategic plans.

2. Develop and maintain relationships with partners necessary to meet Tribal Energy Program goals and project. This includes inter-tribal, private and public agencies.

3. Participate in planning, development, and implementation of energy conservation and renewable energy projects. This may include solar, wind, geothermal, electric vehicles, and other emerging technology or opportunities.

4. Identify potential Energy Program funding opportunities for tribal projects and goals.

5. Complete tasks as required associated with funding sources relevant to this position and projects.

6. Coordinate staff and community training opportunities related to clean energy, energy conservation, and energy sovereignty.

7. The above duties and responsibilities are not an all-inclusive list but rather a general representation of the duties and responsibilities associated with this position. The duties and responsibilities will be subject to change based on organizational needs and/or deemed necessary by the supervisor.

SUPERVISORY AUTHORITY: None

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE: Experience working within tribal governments, stakeholders, and political environments, including clear understanding of tribal consultation processes and decision-making that impacts energy sovereignty. Expertise in planning, managing, and implementing projects, programs, and initiatives of renewable energy projects. Knowledge of funding opportunities, new and emerging developments in the technology of renewable energy.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor’s degree in sustainability, renewable energy, electrical engineering or a closely related field is preferred but not required.
2. Two to four years of experience in a related field is highly recommended but not required.
3. Strong written, verbal and presentation skills, including the ability to communicate energy and climate related issues to non-technical audiences.
4. Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude and ability to read blueprints and understand building energy systems.
5. Must have strong proficiency using computers, GIS, Microsoft applications, specifically Excel.
6. Must have exceptional organizational skills and the ability to work alone and/or with a diverse group of people.
7. Experience in the electrical or HVAC field is preferred.
8. Experience in using Energy Star Portfolio Manager is preferred.
9. This position must possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license, vehicle, and appropriate vehicle coverage as a condition of employment. Be eligible to be put on the Tribe’s vehicle insurance policy.

Supplemental information

PERSONAL CONTACTS: Considerable daily contact will be made with the general public, tribal leadership, Program Directors and staff, consultant(s), and the Tribal Community.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The duties assigned to this position involve bending, stooping, lifting, and carrying. Items may be placed in overhead storage or shelving.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: All Tribal Buildings are smoke free.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: The ability to travel and attend meetings and trainings; overnight and out of town, both locally & nationally.

BEHAVIOR AND ATTITUDE: The vision, goals and objectives of the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa requires that the employee performs in both a professional and personable manner. The manner in which the employee relates to fellow employees, customers and visitors is considered parallel in importance to technical knowledge and ability. Respect and consideration given to the dignity of each customer, visitor and fellow employee is a requisite of successful job performance. Any behavior or attitude that tarnishes the name or image of the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa .will be subject to immediate disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Indian preference will be applied in the case of equally qualified applicants, but all qualified applicants will be considered.

This job description is subject to change at employer’s discretion, after consultation with the employee.

APPLICATION SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS: The following items are required for this position:

1. Completed Tribal Application, to include work history and references, available on the Tribal website.
2. Tribal Background Investigation Disclosure; available on the Tribal website.
3. Consent to Release Liability and Reference Information Form; available on the Tribal website.
4. Resume, required; cover letter, optional.
5. Post-secondary transcripts or certifications; if applicable.

Please download the forms from the links below. Complete the forms and save them. Then, please upload and attach them as "other" attachments with your application.

Consent Form
Tribal Background Investigation Form

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:

Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa

Human Resources Department

88455 Pike Road

Bayfield, WI 54814

www.redcliff-nsn.gov

hr@redcliff-nsn.gov

(715)779-3700

The Red Cliff Tribal Council has a Drug Free Work Place Policy and adheres to the intent of the Drug Free Work Place Act. All new hires are subject to a drug test prior to starting.

All applicants for employment with the Red Cliff Tribe will be subject to the background investigation and other requirements of RCCL Chapter 43, and are under a continuing obligation to supplement this application for employment with information concerning any convictions that occur after commencement of employment with the Tribe.