Market Outreach Associate

Resource Solutions Group (RSG) is a dynamic team of professionals committed to delivering cost-effective solutions to optimize the consumption and sourcing of energy, water, and other natural resources. Ultimately, we help organizations balance their economic and strategic goals with the protection of our environment.

We specialize in the design, management, and implementation of programs that promote resource efficiency to a wide variety of market sectors, including commercial, public sector, agriculture, and residential. Located in Half Moon Bay, California, and currently opening an office in Chicago, we promote awareness, action and sustainability in targeted markets across the country, throughout California, and in our own backyard.

Resource Solutions Group offers a stimulating, fast-paced work environment, with smart, dedicated employees.  We value our employees' time and efforts and believe in sustainable lifestyles, not only in our consumption of resources, but also in how we balance our professional and personal commitments.

Position Overview: 

Resource Solutions Group is seeking Project Associate candidates for our Chicago office to assist in implementing several emerging residential and commercial energy efficiency programs. The Project Associate will independently provide targeted customer and trade ally outreach, market research, organization, administrative, data management, reporting, and customer communication to help programs achieve goals and produce quality deliverables.

Responsibilities:

The essential responsibilities and duties for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Cultivate a regional network of equipment suppliers to engage them in program opportunities, provide tools and program training, motivate them to offer high efficiency equipment to their customers
• Track and coordinate with regional energy efficiency program stakeholders to identify areas for collaboration
• Develop tools and materials to support product suppliers and educate customers about energy efficiency, motivating program participation
• Develop and implement marketing and outreach strategies to encourage targeted customer groups to invest in energy efficiency measures
• Maintain clear and up-to-date contact management database
• Track program accomplishments and adapt outreach strategies as needed

Qualifications: 

Competencies:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Excellent customer service skills and professionalism in working with clients and other external stakeholders
• Self-motivated, able to set and achieve own work priorities with limited day-to-day guidance from manager
• Superior public speaking and presentation skills
• Ability to communicate complex ideas in appropriate format for audience

Education/Experience:

• B.S. or B.A. mandatory; energy, environment, public policy, or technical field desired
• Positions available for candidates with 2-8 years relevant experience-resource efficiency, or buildings related project management experience desired

Compensation: Our commitment to your success is enhanced by our competitive compensation, and an extensive benefits package including paid time off, medical, dental and vision benefits and future growth opportunities within the company. Thus, we foster a healthy work environment that promotes balance and allows each team member to achieve both work and life goals.  We have found that when employees have this type of balance, they are highly focused during work hours. We believe we have the most dedicated and productive team in any industry.

This productive environment is created and supported through:

• Flexible work arrangements, including: telecommuting, part-time, and extended leave options
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Family-friendly policies
• Performance-based professional incentives
• Professional development opportunities
• Team building experiences
• Casual work environment

Ultimately, this commitment to work/life balance enables Resource Solutions Group to cultivate healthy, productive and satisfied employees.

To Apply:

To be considered for this position, please submit your resume, cover letter, and compensation requirements and include the job title: Chicago, Market Outreach Associate in the subject line. Candidates that do not submit salary requirements and history will not be considered for this position. No phone calls, drop-ins, or faxes please. 

Resource Solutions Group is an equal opportunity employer.