Program Director, Energy Performance

At Enterprise, we create opportunity for low- and moderate-income people through fit, affordable housing and diverse, thriving communities.  Central to our mission is Enterprise's fundamental commitment to give people living in poverty an opportunity to move up and out.  Our award-winning Green Communities initiative reflects a targeted focus on expanding the health, economic and environmental benefits of sustainable development. 

Position Overview: 

The Program Director will provide technical development support to the Green Communities initiative with a focus on energy performance. 

The position is based in Columbia, MD and reports to the Director, Green Communities.  Location may be flexible; consideration will also be given for applicants based in Enterprise Impact Markets, New York City, Cleveland, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Portland, Seattle, Baltimore, Washington, DC.

Responsibilities: 

• Provide support to maintain the Green Communities Criteria with specific responsibilities for energy efficiency criterion updates including the comparison across nationally recognized energy codes, legislative initiatives and green residential building programs.
• Coordinate delivery of technical assistance to developers, Enterprise staff, housing professionals and other partners seeking to meet the Green Communities energy efficiency criterion.
• Inform the development and delivery of the Green Communities certification process and administrative protocols.
• Advise development of federal energy policy and administrative rulemaking related to affordable housing.
• Able to complete desktop energy audits for multifamily buildings with industry accepted software.
• Oversee performance-related inspections during and after construction.
• Support development and delivery of training related to energy efficiency and building envelope improvements in affordable housing.

Qualifications: 

• Able to travel out of town several times per year to perform site visits, deliver training, attend meetings and conferences.
• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science and/or Engineering or a related technical field.
• 6 or more years of experience in the energy or engineering services sector completing energy audits and analysis; advanced degree may be substituted for up to 2 years of experience.
• Strong computer skills, thorough knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and Outlook is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to coordinate complex activities, prioritize conflicting demands and meet deadlines.
• Must be highly motivated, be able to work independently, solve problems and possess strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work as an effective, collaborative team member across Enterprise Departments and Impact Markets.

To Apply: 

Please visit our careers website to complete an online application and profile.