Senior Program Manager (Energy Management Analyst, Senior)
City of Seattle, WA
Salary: $57.63 - $67.14 Hourly
Location : Seattle, WA
Job Type: Classified Civil Service, Regular, Full-Time
Job Number: 2024-01346
Department: Seattle City Light
Opening Date: 10/29/2024
Closing Date: 11/26/2024 4:00 PM Pacific
Position Description
We invite you to join the Customer Energy Solutions' Design Management team of program managers and craft Seattle's efficient and resilient energy future!
As a Senior Program Manager, you will lead cross-functional teams to develop and implement customer centric energy programs that enable an affordable, clean-energy future for our customers. Work assignments span strategic clean-energy initiatives such as efficiency, demand response, distributed energy resources, and more. You will report to the Energy Management Analyst Supervisor.
Seattle City Light, a department of the City of Seattle, is one of the nation's largest municipally owned utilities in terms of the number of customers served. Over the years we have worked very hard to keep Seattle's electricity affordable, reliable, and environmentally sound. Today, City Light is a recognized national leader in energy efficiency and environmental stewardship.
Job Responsibilities
Here is more about what you'll be doing:
Design Innovative Programs. Apply design-thinking and customer and contractor engagement tactics through an iterative program life cycle to craft, build, implement and be responsible for the operation of innovative clean-energy programs, ensuring that tools and documentation support efficient and effective program operation and delivery.
Deliver on Business Objectives. Apply a standard program management framework to align partners and direct cross-functional teams to complete milestones and deliver on program objectives such as crafting a workplan, navigating sophisticated decision-making, handle budget and risk needs, and communicate success.
Manage Stakeholders. Establish and maintain positive working relationships with program stakeholders. Work with peers and leadership to identify resources and overcome barriers. Collaborate across divisions to advance diversity, equity and inclusion in our offerings. Represent City Light at public and professional events, maintaining relationships with industry associates and peer utilities.
Manage Contracts and Consultants: Build and lead consulting contracts to support effective program management. Identify scope of work and navigate purchasing and contracting processes to select, onboard, and coordinate ongoing delivery and invoicing of consulting resources.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications: In addition to the skills and experience mentioned below, a successful applicant will have experience that reflects a commitment to creating fair and equitable outcomes and has:
Baccalaureate degree in energy management, engineering, architecture or a related subject area and three years experience in professional commercial or industrial energy management analysis (other combinations of education, training and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis for comparability).
Work Environment/Physical Demands:
Most work is performed in a normal City work or office environment, entails visiting commercial and industrial customers, and touring their facilities to identify energy conservation opportunities and conduct inspections.
License, Certification and Other Requirements:
Current Washington State driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility.
Desired Qualifications - You will be successful if you have the following experience, skills, and abilities:
Additional Information
The full salary range for this position is $57.63 to $67.14 per hour.
Application Process
Please submit the following with your online application:
Who May Apply: This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. Seattle City Light values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Seattle City Light encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.
Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including the completion of a background check. The background check will involve a criminal history check, which includes conviction and arrest records in compliance with the Seattle's Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17 and the City of Seattle Personnel Rule 10.3. A driving history review may be conducted in compliance with SMC 4.79.020.
Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information.
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at:
Want to know more about Seattle City Light? Check out our web page: https://www.seattle.gov/city-light/about-us/careers.
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.
More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at:
01
Please select your highest level of education completed.
02
Do you have a Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Energy Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field?
03
How many years of experience do you have designing and leading energy programs?
04
Please briefly describe your experience managing complex portfolios while adhering to laws, protocols, policies, and/or procedures.
05
Which of the following do you possess? Check all that apply. *Please note that any certification, license, or experience marked should also be noted on your application and/or résumé.
06
Do you possess a current, valid Washington State Drivers License?
Required Question
Location : Seattle, WA
Job Type: Classified Civil Service, Regular, Full-Time
Job Number: 2024-01346
Department: Seattle City Light
Opening Date: 10/29/2024
Closing Date: 11/26/2024 4:00 PM Pacific
Position Description
We invite you to join the Customer Energy Solutions' Design Management team of program managers and craft Seattle's efficient and resilient energy future!
As a Senior Program Manager, you will lead cross-functional teams to develop and implement customer centric energy programs that enable an affordable, clean-energy future for our customers. Work assignments span strategic clean-energy initiatives such as efficiency, demand response, distributed energy resources, and more. You will report to the Energy Management Analyst Supervisor.
Seattle City Light, a department of the City of Seattle, is one of the nation's largest municipally owned utilities in terms of the number of customers served. Over the years we have worked very hard to keep Seattle's electricity affordable, reliable, and environmentally sound. Today, City Light is a recognized national leader in energy efficiency and environmental stewardship.
Job Responsibilities
Here is more about what you'll be doing:
Design Innovative Programs. Apply design-thinking and customer and contractor engagement tactics through an iterative program life cycle to craft, build, implement and be responsible for the operation of innovative clean-energy programs, ensuring that tools and documentation support efficient and effective program operation and delivery.
Deliver on Business Objectives. Apply a standard program management framework to align partners and direct cross-functional teams to complete milestones and deliver on program objectives such as crafting a workplan, navigating sophisticated decision-making, handle budget and risk needs, and communicate success.
Manage Stakeholders. Establish and maintain positive working relationships with program stakeholders. Work with peers and leadership to identify resources and overcome barriers. Collaborate across divisions to advance diversity, equity and inclusion in our offerings. Represent City Light at public and professional events, maintaining relationships with industry associates and peer utilities.
Manage Contracts and Consultants: Build and lead consulting contracts to support effective program management. Identify scope of work and navigate purchasing and contracting processes to select, onboard, and coordinate ongoing delivery and invoicing of consulting resources.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications: In addition to the skills and experience mentioned below, a successful applicant will have experience that reflects a commitment to creating fair and equitable outcomes and has:
Baccalaureate degree in energy management, engineering, architecture or a related subject area and three years experience in professional commercial or industrial energy management analysis (other combinations of education, training and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis for comparability).
Work Environment/Physical Demands:
Most work is performed in a normal City work or office environment, entails visiting commercial and industrial customers, and touring their facilities to identify energy conservation opportunities and conduct inspections.
License, Certification and Other Requirements:
Current Washington State driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility.
Desired Qualifications - You will be successful if you have the following experience, skills, and abilities:
- Three or more years' experience in designing and leading energy programs.
- Demonstrated experience involving complex portfolios and adherence to adopted protocol. Experience leading business strategy, risk, and professional services contracts.
- Experience with stakeholder management, customer engagement, and building strategic partnerships.
- Strong industry knowledge of demand-side management, distributed energy resources, customer utility programs, rate structures, regulatory considerations, renewable energy, wholesale power markets, grid services, and the layering effect of these components on power operations.
- Industry certifications such as BPI, CEM, CMVP, LEED, PgMP, or PMP.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Experience integrating multiculturalism, diversity, and equity into program design and building those skills amongst direct reports.
- Ability to self-start, apply good judgment, and work collaboratively with very limited supervision.
Additional Information
The full salary range for this position is $57.63 to $67.14 per hour.
Application Process
Please submit the following with your online application:
- A cover letter in which you clearly describe how your knowledge, experience, skills, and abilities prepare you for the job responsibilities and qualifications outlined in the job announcement
- A current resume of your educational and professional work experience.
Who May Apply: This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. Seattle City Light values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Seattle City Light encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.
Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including the completion of a background check. The background check will involve a criminal history check, which includes conviction and arrest records in compliance with the Seattle's Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17 and the City of Seattle Personnel Rule 10.3. A driving history review may be conducted in compliance with SMC 4.79.020.
Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information.
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at:
Want to know more about Seattle City Light? Check out our web page: https://www.seattle.gov/city-light/about-us/careers.
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.
More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at:
01
Please select your highest level of education completed.
- High School Diploma/GED
- Some College
- Associates Degree
- Bachelors Degree
- Masters Degree
- Doctorate Degree
02
Do you have a Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Energy Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field?
- Energy Management
- Engineering
- Architecture
- Related Field
- Unrelated Field
- I have no degree
03
How many years of experience do you have designing and leading energy programs?
- No experience
- Less than 3 years' experience
- 3 to 4 years' experience
- 4 to 5 years' experience
- More than 5 years' experience
04
Please briefly describe your experience managing complex portfolios while adhering to laws, protocols, policies, and/or procedures.
05
Which of the following do you possess? Check all that apply. *Please note that any certification, license, or experience marked should also be noted on your application and/or résumé.
- BPI
- CEM
- CMVP
- LEED
- PgMP
- PMP
- I have none of these certifications
06
Do you possess a current, valid Washington State Drivers License?
- Yes
- No, but I can obtain a valid Washington State Drivers License by the time of hire.
- No, and I will not be able to obtain a valid Washington State Drivers License.
Required Question
JOB SUMMARY
Senior Program Manager (Energy Management Analyst, Senior)City of Seattle, WA
Seattle
10 days ago
N/A
Full-time