Energy and Climate Change Manager

~ The Local Government
Commission (LGC) is a nonprofit organization fostering innovation in
environmental sustainability, economic prosperity and social equity. ~

The LGC is
helping to transform communities through inspiration, practical assistance and a
network of visionary local elected officials and other community leaders.
Current program areas include: Community Design, Healthy Communities, Water, Climate
Change and Energy. Our focus is on making communities more livable, prosperous,
resilient and sustainable.

Check out our website for more information about LGC.

Position Overview 

The Local Government
Commission has an immediate full-time (or half-time depending on interest,
skills and availability) position for a project manager. We are seeking a motivated,
committed person with a background in energy policies and program with a strong
technical underpinning.

The Project Manager
will oversee multiple
projects led by the Local
Government Commission with a primary focus on the Advanced Energy
Community EPIC Grant
in the City of Fresno.

The Energy Program Manager is a Local Government Commission employee located in Sacramento, CA.  

Functions & Responsibilities 

General
Project Manager Responsibilities include: 

• Oversee and coordinate the activities of specific LGC energy-focused projects
  and initiatives; supervise and support staff;
  oversee the management and implementation of contracts and grants; participate in development and fundraising activities; and identify emerging trends,
  potential challenges and new
  opportunities.
• Represent LGC through
  presentations, meetings, advisory committees and written publications; develop and maintain external
  relationships with funders
  and partners relevant
  to their program area, working closely
  with Program Director,
  Associate Directors, and/or the Executive Director;
• Manage all project
  deliverables, timelines, administrative and financial responsibilities of core projects; provide updates and share deliverables through program team meetings, newsletters, social media and events; participate in larger
  organizational strategic planning activities.
• As needed, assist with the development of new programs
  and proposals to broaden our climate / energy programs to help local jurisdictions
  address the many challenges from climate change they are facing now and into the
  future. 

Specific EPIC responsibilities include: 

• Work with local
  stakeholders to identify
  and prioritize projects
  and planning priorities.
• Conduct policy scan and assessments.
• Research funding and financing mechanisms for energy, water and climate change projects.
• Support development of funding and resource verification guidance.
• Use findings to develop recommendations, strategies and case studies and communicate results to decision-makers.
• This position
  will require occasional travel. 

Qualfications  

Desired Qualifications, Skills and Attributes: 

• Minimum of 3 years experience in energy efficiency, sustainability, climate change
  or government.
• Demonstrated knowledge of energy issues (energy efficiency, demand management, renewable energy, climate action) policies, practices, and technologies,
  including an understanding of local, regional
  and state planning, policies and administrative practices.
• Experience in researching, quantifying and analyzing inputs and outputs
  (including financial costs/savings and resources savings)
  to energy and/or
  climate change measures.
• Financial and/or economic experience especially
  as relates to funding for clean energy projects is strongly desired
• Knowledge of California local government planning,
  policy and administrative practices strongly desired
• Ability to work independently, while
  at the same time, collaborating closely with key stakeholders.
• Experience working with diverse groups
  and individuals.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, including facilitation, interpersonal networking skills
  and relationship building.
• Excellent time management skills. 

Compensation: The annual
full-time salary range of this position is between $45,000
– $62,000 depending upon qualifications. The benefits package
includes 100% employer-paid medical, dental and long-term disability coverage and a 401K retirement plan with an employer
contribution equal to 4% of salary. 

To Apply 

• Please click below: "Apply Now Online!" to email your résumé and cover letter describing your qualifications and interest in the position
  to Erin Hauge at the Local Government Commission. 
• Position
  is open until filled.