Conservation Program Specialist - Green Building Team

City of Austin, TX
Austin, Texas United States  View Map
Posted: Nov 09, 2024
  • Full Time
  • Building Maintenance
  • Building and Safety
  • Construction and Skilled Trades
  • Environmental Services
  • Project Management
  • Job Description

    Minimum Qualifications

    • Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Architecture, Business, Environmental Studies, Natural Science, Planning, and Resource Management or in a field related to the job, plus four (4) years of related experience.
    • Masters degree may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience.
    • Experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years.


    Licenses or Certifications:
    • Valid Drivers License.
    • For Austin Water positions:

      • Must be TCEQ licensed irrigator or licensed irrigation inspector for Irrigation positions or obtain license within six (6) months of employment.
      • IREC certification for Mechanical, Plumbing, or Electrical is required if working in Program Compliance, Inspections or obtain license within six (6) months of employment
    Notes to Applicants
    Position will support the residential green building team. The team is responsible for development and administration of both single family and multifamily rating systems and the development and deployment of green building related educational materials, in support of the Austin Energy Resource, Generation and Climate Protection Plan, and other City sustainability goals as they relate to the built environment. Position will support the development of the residential Energy Code in collaboration with the Development Services Department.

    This position has been designated as a Critical Employee position. Critical Employees are considered necessary and vital and supports activities that impact City or department operations. This work can be done while at a designated work site or while working at an alternate work location. Critical employees who are able to work at an alternative work location are required to do so. Schedules may be modified, and employees may be reassigned to another area during extraordinary situations or emergency conditions to provide essential services.

    Working with Austin Energy provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. Please click HERE for more information.

    Employment Application:
    • The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered.
    • The Employment Record should be complete with job titles, employment dates, job duties, functions, and responsibilities for each position held.
    • Starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience from your application.
    • Responses to the Supplemental Questions inquiring about experience should be reflected on application.
    • Please be sure to detail on the application all current and previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications.
    • Résumés will not be accepted and statements such as “see résumé” will not be accepted. You may use “N/A” for fields that are not applicable.
    • Please note that Austin Energy may close the job posting at any time after 7 days from the date of the initial advertisement. Once the job posting has closed, applications cannot be changed.


    If you are selected as a top candidate:
    • Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution.
    • If you are identified as a top candidate and are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date.
    • This position requires a criminal background investigation.


    Good Standing Employees
    Employees, in Good Standing, who are candidates within the department/division that the position resides in and who meet the minimum and all of the preferred qualifications (if any) of the position will be included in the initial interview. Department/division employee must remain in Good Standing through the Top Candidate Selection phase at which time the Good Standing status will be re-verified.

    VETERAN INTERVIEW PREFERENCE :
    Military/Veterans must provide a copy of their DD214 verifying honorable discharge, at the time of initial interview to receive military/veteran interview preference.

    CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECK :
    The top candidate will be subject to a minimum 7 year criminal history background check.

    CLOSING OF REQUISITION :
    Please note that Austin Energy may close the job posting at any time after 7 days from the date of the initial advertisement.

    Driving Requirement:
    This position requires a Valid Driver’s License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.
    Pay Range
    $27.41 - $33.30

    Hours
    Monday through Friday
    8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
    Job Close Date 12/02/2024 Type of Posting External Department Austin Energy Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 4815 Mueller Blvd, Austin TX 78723; Hybrid Preferred Qualifications
    • LEED GA, other related green building certifications or ability to acquire within 6 months.
    • Experience working on multiple AEGB rated, LEED certified, NGBS rated or other green building certified projects.
    • Experience in building design or construction, including production and/or review of architectural, civil, structural or MEP documents.
    • Experience working with building technical codes.
    Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
    Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

    Implements conservation programs in residential, commercial, or industrial settings. Gathers and analyzes historical energy or water usage data, including rates or tariffs to determine conservation recommendations for customers. Inspects or evaluates buildings, mechanical systems, electrical systems, water systems, or process systems to determine the energy or water consumption of each system. Recommends energy or water efficient technologies. Quantifies energy or water consumption to establish baselines for use and need. Calculates potential for savings. Prepares audit reports containing energy or water analysis results and recommendations for cost savings. Prepares job specification sheets for residential, commercial, or multi-family home energy or water improvements and retrofits. Educates customers and contractors on energy efficiency and answer questions on topics such as the costs of running household appliances and the selection of energy efficient appliances. Performs field audits, pre-verification and final inspections to determine customer eligibility for conservation rebates. Coordinates conservation program activities with contractors, ensures compliance with energy efficiency programs and rebate requirements. Promotes conservation programs to the public through on-site appointments and participating in outreach activities by attending trade shows, conferences, and other community events.

    Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:
    • May lead departmental project teams.


    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
    Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

    • Knowledge of energy or water efficiency technologies, practices, programs and rebate requirements.
    • Knowledge of applicable building codes, energy or water retrofit requirements and specifications.
    • Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
    • Knowledge of department energy or water resource initiatives and targets.
    • Knowledge of construction materials, practices and procedures.
    • Knowledge of Federal, State and Local laws.
    • Knowledge of city practice, policy and procedures.
    • Skill in oral and written communication.
    • Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
    • Skill in using computes and related software.
    • Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
    • Ability to negotiate.
    • Ability to determining quality of materials, workmanship and compliance with specifications.
    • Ability to handle conflict and uncertain situations.
    • Ability to operate and maintain testing and diagnostic equipment.
    • Ability to use graphic instructions, such as blue prints, schematic drawings, plans, maps or other visual aids.
    • Ability to lead teams.
    • Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with city employees and the public


    Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
    City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

    The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

    Supplemental Questions

    Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
    * The Minimum Qualifications for the Conservation Program Specialist position requires graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Architecture, Business, Environmental Studies, Natural Science, Planning, and Resource Management or in a field related to the job, plus four (4) years of related experience. A masters degree may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience. Experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years. Do you meet these requirements?
    • Yes
    • No
    * Please describe how you meet the minimum qualifications referenced above. Detail how you meet the educational requirements (if applicable), account for the years of related experience (if applicable), and explain any substitutions of experience for education, or vice-versa (if applicable).
    (Open Ended Question)
    * This position requires a valid driver’s license. Do you have a valid driver’s license or if selected for this position, do you have the ability to acquire a valid driver’s license by your hire date?
    • Yes
    • No
    * The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards require that external new hires meet the City's Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three (3) moving violations or a total of six (6) Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Do you meet this requirement?
    • Yes
    • No
    * Please describe your experience working on Austin Energy Green Building rated, National Green Building Standard rated or LEED certified projects. Include the types of projects you have worked on and your role(s).
    (Open Ended Question)
    * Do you have a LEED GA or other related green building certification, or the ability to obtain within 6 months of employment?
    • Yes
    • No
    * Please describe your experience reviewing construction plans and specifications.
    (Open Ended Question)
    * Please describe your experience working with building technical codes. Include the types of projects you have worked on and your role(s).
    (Open Ended Question)
    * This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired.
    • I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation.


    Optional & Required Documents

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  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

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    The City of Austin

    This vibrant and dynamic city tops many lists for business, entertainment, and quality of life. One of the country’s most popular, high-profile “green” and culturally rich cities, Austin was recently selected the number one Best Place to Live in the U.S. (U.S. News & World Report). In 2016, Forbes named Austin the city most likely to prosper over the next decade on their America’s Cities of the Future list, and the City of Austin ranked in the top ten on the Forbes list of America’s Best Employers for 2017. 

    Austin continues to lead with its vision of being the Most Livable City in the Country, emerging as a player on the international scene with such events as SXSW, Austin City Limits, Formula 1, and being home to companies such as Apple, Samsung, Dell, and Ascension Seton Healthcare. From the home of state government and the University of Texas to the Live Music Capital of the World and its growth as a film center, Austin has gained worldwide attention as a hub for education, business, health, and sustainability. 

    The City offers a wide range of events, from music concerts, food festivals, and sports competitions to museum displays, exhibits, and family fun. Austin is also home to a wonderful ballet, world-class museums, one-of-a-kind shopping, and beautiful outdoor spaces. You can just as easily spend your morning paddling the lake as you can strolling through a celebrated history museum. 

    Located at the edge of the Texas Hill Country—rolling terrain of limestone bluffs, springs, rivers, and lakes—Austin’s temperate climate is ideal for year-round jogging, cycling, hiking on the City’s many trails, or swimming at Barton Springs or one of the area’s many other swimming holes. 

    There are a number of excellent golf courses in the area as well as recreational opportunities for rowing, kayaking, canoeing, camping, rock climbing, disc golf, mountain biking, fishing, and more. Austin truly has something to offer for everyone.

    City Government

    The City of Austin is a progressive, full-service municipal organization operating under the Council-Manager form of government. Austin has a 10-1 council system with an at-large Mayor and Council Members that represent ten districts. The Mayor and Council Members may serve in their respective seats for four years with a maximum of two consecutive terms. 

    The City Council appoints the City Manager who is the chief administrative and executive officer of the City. The City Manager is responsible for guiding and directing day-to-day operations, as well as providing strategic research, recommendations, and management leadership to the City Council on the city budget, programs, policies, and services. The City Manager implements the organization’s administrative responsibilities with a strong team of Assistant City Managers and department executives. Supported by a staff of more than 14,000 and a budget of $4.1 billion, the City Manager and staff deliver a broad range of services to the citizens of Austin. 

    The City Council and City Manager of Austin are committed to the mission of delivering the highest quality, cost-effective services. Austin is a beacon of sustainability, social equity, and economic opportunity; where diversity and creativity are celebrated; where community needs and values are recognized; where leadership comes from its community members, and where the necessities of life are affordable and accessible to all.

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