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Description
SWEEP is a non-profit public interest organization dedicated to advancing energy efficiency in Arizona, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming.
Position Overview:
The Southwest Energy Efficiency Project (SWEEP) is seeking an individual to lead its Transportation Efficiency Program. Location is either in our Boulder, CO office or from a home office in the metropolitan Denver area.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and advocate state policies for increasing energy efficiency in the transportation sector including regulatory, incentive, and educational policies;
- Analyze the potential energy savings, costs, and benefits of policies and programs for increasing energy efficiency in transportation;
- Interact with state officials, businesses, and other public interest groups active in the transportation area;
- Keep abreast of new and emerging energy efficiency technologies in the transportation area;
- Conduct outreach to raise awareness of these energy efficiency opportunities.
The Program Director will carry out these activities in conjunction with other SWEEP staff including a Transportation Program Associate as well as state representatives. See more information on SWEEP's Transportation Program.
Qualifications:
Applicants should have at least 10 years experience working on energy efficiency in the transportation sector. Familiarity with options for both increasing vehicle fuel efficiency and reducing vehicle-miles travelled is especially helpful. Strong analytical and communications skills, ability to work independently, track record of "making a difference" and a personal commitment to a cleaner environment and more sustainable future. Experience working for a non-profit organization is also a plus.
Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience plus excellent benefits, as well as the opportunity to work in a relaxed environment close to the Rocky Mountains.
Application Deadline: July 1, 2011.
To Apply:
To apply, please send brief cover letter and resume (no phone calls, please) to:
Transportation Director Opening
SWEEP
2334 N. Broadway, Suite A
Boulder, CO 80304
SWEEP is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination with regard to race, sex, color, age, religion, creed, class, sexual orientation, national origin, and disability.