Energy Efficiency Program Manager (REMOTE)

Who we are:

ICAST (International Center for Appropriate and Sustainable Technology) is a 501c3 nonprofit that delivers green upgrades to multifamily affordable housing (MFAH) properties to fight the affordable housing, climate change, and social equity crises. We motivate people to act, leading to results that foster local economic development, environmental stewardship, and social responsibility. By 2025, we aim to serve 100,000 LMI households annually, reduce their utility costs by $270 Million and Carbon emission by 1.5 million tons, create 2,000 sustainable jobs, and invest over $100 Million in local communities.

Our Work Environment:

Collaborative, entrepreneurial, fast paced, inclusive, work/life balance, established career paths for certain positions, opportunities to job shadow, flexible schedules, robust onboarding, and above all passion for what we do.

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Position Overview:

The Energy Efficiency Program manager will act as the primary point of contact to existing Utility and Government customers for their assigned E.E. programs and will guide internal efforts at ICAST to ensure program goals are met. A successful candidate will be up to date on technology and other innovations as pertinent to the energy efficiency markets to provide appropriate advice to ICAST and its clients for optimal solutions and process improvements. 

• Company Health, Dental, and Life Insurance plan for the employee at no cost! (charges will be added for spouse and family coverage)
• Available Vision and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 403b Retirement Savings Plan available on day 1
• Unlimited PTO Plan

ICAST is a qualifying employer for Federal public student loan forgiveness. Visit https://studentaid.gov/pslf/ for more details.

ICAST is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff and will honor your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity. We strive to create and maintain a working environment that is inclusive, equitable and welcoming regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disabled status. ICAST is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer!

Must Have Qualifications:

• 3+ years’ experience managing Utility or Government EE Programs

• Proven Program Management abilities i.e., ability to get work done by team members who are not direct reports

Preferred Qualifications:

• Deep understanding of utility rebate processes, especially custom rebate programs
• Deep understanding of DOE’s Weatherization requirements and processes

• Building Science Knowledge
• Understanding of 3rd party M&V programs
• Understanding of Technical Resource Manuals and ability to converse with utility and stakeholders on energy savings methodology
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite of Products (Excel, Word, etc.)
• Innovative & Flexible

• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Passionate about environmental, social, or non-profit work

Location: Remote in the U.S.A.

Reports to: Director of Program Management

Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced

Areas of Expertise: Program Management, DSM or WAP

Compensation: $80,000/yr DOE

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing relationships with utility companies, Government staff, and other stakeholders in developing and managing EE Programs
• Guiding and facilitating internal ICAST activities as necessary to meet assigned EE Program goals

• Acting as the primary point of contact for energy data, incentives, and other stakeholder requests
• Provide oversite for any changes to EE Programs
• Developing reports for program updates, annual strategic plans, Management updates, etc.

This Job Description is a guide listing the key responsibilities of the Job, not an all-inclusive list.   It will be reviewed and revised periodically by management to meet the changing needs of ICAST.