Salary: $96,899.00 Annually
Location : Waukegan, IL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 02344
Department: Facilities & Construction Services
Opening Date: 12/10/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
General Description The Energy Program Manager is responsible for Lake County's facilities energy management program and activities. The Energy Program Manager sets or advises on energy goals; supervises energy efficiency projects and energy-related operations and maintenance activities; oversees energy performance tracking, analysis, and reporting; manages and forecasts energy budgets; and leads a team of energy and utility professionals. The Energy Program Manager collaborates with other offices and engages with utility, service, and equipment providers to identify and execute energy projects and programs. The Energy Program Manager communicates the organization's energy activities and performance to internal and external stakeholders. This position is under the direction of the Facilities Management Division Head.
Essential Functions The Energy Program Manager performs the following duties and tasks:
- Directs Lake County's energy management program, activities, and staff.
- Supervises team responsible for managing energy-using assets to achieve energy and cost savings.
- Advises on or sets energy goals, monitors progress, and communicates performance.
- Develops and manages Lake County's energy budget in coordination with other offices, which includes tracking energy consumption and costs and budget forecasting and advises on energy commodity purchasing.
- Creates internal policies and procedures to optimize the energy-efficient use and operations of the organization's facilities and equipment.
- Maintains central energy database that includes utility and operational data; oversees energy data entry and energy data analysis activities, including oversight of energy management and information systems.
- Oversees and/or conducts energy audits at each facility to identify energy conservation measures.
- Prepares and disseminates energy performance reports to a variety of internal and external stakeholders
- Participates in capital improvement and new construction projects concerning facility design to ensure maximum resource efficiency and sustainable building practices.
- Leads energy awareness, education, and engagement activities, including at external events and meetings.
- Applies for and manages incentives and grants that support energy projects and programs.
- Tracks, analyzes, and acts on state and federal energy legislation and regulations that impact the organization.
- Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining professional networks, and participating in professional organizations.
- Communicates (orally and in writing) with the FCS Department Head, CAO, and senior officials throughout the County.
- All other related duties as assigned.
Knowledge Skills Abilities and Education Required - Three to five years of professional experience in energy or facility management, environmental services, engineering, or equivalent experience promoting resource efficiency within an organization.
- Experience managing energy consumption and operating costs related to a range of facility and asset types, including analyzing and evaluating data and using software and data management tools.
- Knowledge of building science, mechanical systems, lighting, and controls equipment.
- Experience with budgeting, procurement and contract documents, and financing, including grant programs.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret building designs and construction plans, control drawings, service bulletins, technical procedure manuals, equipment specifications, and governmental regulations.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with multiple stakeholders.
- Demonstrated leadership experience.
Education and/or Other Requirements:
- Bachelor's, master's, or other advanced degree in engineering, environmental science, resource management, or related field.
- Certified Energy Manager (CEM), Certified Energy Procurement Professional (CEP), Building Operator Certification (BOC), Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional (LEED AP), or other relevant credentials are preferred.
- Certification within six (6) months of employment required.
Supplemental Information Physical Requirements:- Requires work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations. Must be able to climb ladders and stairs, and must be able to work on your feet for long periods of time. Ability to work in extreme environments, e.g. hot sun, below freezing, crawl spaces, etc.
Lake County offers a competitive salary and benefit package. We also offer flexible working hours, and a comprehensive wellness and training program. Visit our page to get additional information on why you should work for Lake County!
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of all background checks and pre-employment screenings and may include a pre-employment medical exam.
Lake County is committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer (EOE).Employees who meet eligibility requirements will have access to Lake County's competetive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, pension, deferred compensation plans, transportation, and so much more!
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