University Energy Manager

Job no: 498708
Work type: Non-Classified/Professional
Location: Boise, ID
Categories: Facilities Maintenance, Engineering and Architect, Environmental Safety, Senior-Level

Job Summary/Basic Function:
The University Energy Manager drives energy savings and utility cost avoidance across the university's portfolio of buildings and grounds. They provide leadership for the university's revolving fund, and apply engineering knowledge to quantify the impact of projects and design decisions. This individual is a subject matter expert on topics related to the university's past, present, and future energy and water consumption, and a resource for stakeholders across campus.

Department Overview:
Facilities Operations and Maintenance supports the university's strategic mission by professionally maintaining safe, functional and attractive facilities and grounds, while also providing quality support services to the campus community.

Level Scope:
Recognized subject matter expert who knows how to apply theory and put it into practice with in-depth understanding of the professional field with limited oversight from managers. Independently performs the full range of responsibilities within the function; requires deep job knowledge of areas typically obtained through higher education combined with experience. Manages large projects or processes and problems faced are difficult and often complex; analyzes problems/issues of diverse scope and determines solutions. May manage programs that include formulating strategies and administering policies, processes, and resources; functions with a high degree of autonomy. Influences others regarding policies, practices and procedures.

Essential Functions:
• Conducts energy audits and applies engineering knowledge to identify, define, and implement strategies that reduce utility consumption and cost in university-owned facilities. Areas of focus include HVAC, Building Automation Systems, lighting, water, and renewables, among other things. Tracks and quantifies the impacts of these efforts.
• Leads the development, adoption and implementation of an energy management plan for the university.
• Tracks and analyzes the university's energy and water data, and applies engineering knowledge to forecast future usage trends.
• Is a resource and subject matter expert on topics related to the university's energy and water use for stakeholders across the university, including senior leadership, staff in campus operations and other divisions, faculty, and students.
• Estimates costs and savings of efficiency projects, and applies economic analysis principles to calculate project financial performance metrics such as simple payback, internal rate of return, and net present value.
• Provides leadership for the university's Revolving Fund, including serving on the fund's governance committee, recommending projects for selection, quantifying project impacts, and using Measurement & Verification principles to validate performance.
• Oversees the network of university-owned meters connected to the Schneider Power Monitoring Expert software. Runs meter data reports for stakeholders. Coordinates system maintenance with Schneider and other third parties.
• Collaborates with internal stakeholders to define campus energy and water efficiency design standards, and sustainability targets. Reviews and comments on proposed capital projects and construction documents for alignment with these standards and goals.
• Represents the university in energy-related collaborations with third parties such as utility providers, government entities, and peer institutions.
• Identifies and advocates for opportunities for increased use of renewable energy (e.g. geothermal, solar, etc.) on campus.
• Provides pertinent energy and water data to support the Office of Budget & Planning's utility budgeting process, and the implementation of a utility bill management platform and dashboard.
• Supports the process of starting, stopping, and transferring utility services to university properties.
• Communicates with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders in a diplomatic and collaborative manner.
• Engages in professional development activities as needed to remain abreast of industry trends and maintain pertinent certifications / licensure.
• Participates in departmental training activities.
• Responds to after-hours calls as required.
• May perform other duties as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
• Detailed knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and building automation systems found in typical university facilities, and the potential resource conservation measures that apply to them.
• Knowledge of best practices for economic analysis of resource conservation measures.
• Knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and regulations.
• Strong technical skills related to the application of engineering principles to identify and define opportunities for resource efficiency in building systems.
• Skilled at estimating costs and operational savings associated with energy conservation measures, and performing economic analysis to justify their implementation.
• Skilled at articulating technical concepts to a wide variety of audiences in an engaging and informative manner.
• Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to develop and implement strategic goals, while maintaining strong attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate diplomatically and tactfully.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a wide variety of campus stakeholders and third parties, as well as independently.
• Ability to think critically and problem-solve.
• Ability to work safely, and comply with all applicable laws, university policies, and departmental procedures.

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree and 5 years experience or equivalent.

Valid Driver's License.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Business, Architecture or a related field.
• At least five years of energy management or energy engineering experience, preferably including experience working for a university, college, or other facility with a similarly large and diverse portfolio of buildings.
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.
• Certified Energy Manager (CEM), ASHRAE Building Energy Assessment Professional, LEED AP.
• At least one year of experience with energy management software such as EnergyCAP, Schneider PME, and Building Automation Systems (especially JCI Metasys, Siemens Desigo, and/or Automated Logic WebCTRL).

Salary and Benefits:

Salary range is $78,500 - $85,000 annually and is commensurate with experience.

Boise State University provides a best-in-class benefits package, including (but not limited to):

12 paid holidays AND the University is closed between Christmas and New Year's
24 annual paid vacation days for full-time Professional staff.
9.27% University contribution to your ORP retirement fund (Professional and Faculty employees)
Excellent medical, dental and other health-related insurance coverages
Tuition fee waiver benefits for employees, spouses and their dependents
See our full benefits page for more information!

Required Application Materials:
Resume and Cover Letter.

About Us:
Nestled along the Boise River and steps from the state capitol, Boise State University fosters a vibrant and welcoming academic environment that fuels student and employee success. We're a trailblazing institution, nationally recognized for our innovative spirit and commitment to positive impact on Idaho and beyond.

Boise State is proud to be recognized by Forbes as the only Idaho employer listed in the top 100 of all national midsize and large employers. We're building a thriving community of faculty and staff whose unique skills, experiences, and perspectives come together to create a rich and rewarding academic experience. Applications from all backgrounds are welcomed.

Learn more about Boise State and living in Idaho's Treasure Valley at https://www.boisestate.edu/about/

Advertised: November 22, 2024 Mountain Standard Time
Applications close: December 22, 2024 11:55 PM Mountain Standard Time

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