StopWaste Energy Council Program Manager II

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Program Manager II

Limited term position*

Program Manager II monthly salary range: $11,209 - $13,788/month

*Initial term through December 31, 2027; may be extended depending on funding. Limited Term positions receive health, leave, and other benefits similar to regular employees.

About StopWaste

StopWaste is a public agency committed to advancing environmental sustainability and building healthy, equitable, climate-resilient communities in Alameda County and beyond. By partnering with non-profits, businesses, schools, and local governments in the communities we serve, our efforts are amplified and better tied to community needs in one of the most diverse and dynamic regions in the country.

Advancing a circular economy is an aim that threads through our three programmatic focus areas: waste prevention and material circularity, strengthening community food systems, and accelerating construction innovation and a clean energy transition in buildings. Our strategy in how we design programs is guided by the understanding that fostering equity and care for the environment is imperative for building sustainable communities. Our work reflects our commitment to these imperatives and is grounded in our unique approach to cultivating environmental stewardship, developing partnerships, and fostering innovation.

The Position

This position is housed within StopWaste's Built Environment team, which supports the goal of promoting energy and resource efficiency in the Bay Area construction sector. The services we offer include incentives and technical assistance, circular economy infrastructure and pilot projects, building labeling, community and practitioner engagement, model policies and policy support, advocacy, and research studies.

This position is funded through the Bay Area Regional Energy Network (BayREN) and will support innovative energy efficiency and building electrification in Alameda County and the greater nine-county Bay Area region. The Program Manager II will serve as the lead of BayREN's Multifamily program. The Bay Area Multifamily Building Enhancements Program (BAMBE) provides technical assistance and rebates to help multifamily buildings make energy efficient upgrades and decarbonize. The program has served more than 650 properties and 50,000 units across the Bay Area since it launched in 2014. The PM II's primary responsibilities will include overseeing the administration and implementation of the BAMBE program, refining the program strategy and goals, coordinating consultant teams, managing contracts and an approximately $9 million annual budget, and representing the BAMBE program in public meetings and events.

Job Responsibilities

Duties include the following:

• Leading the BayREN Multifamily program, including refining the strategy and vision for upgrading multifamily properties in the Bay Area with a focus on equity and affordability.

• Managing the budget, contracts, budget, and support staff to keep the program running successfully. 

• Overseeing implementation of the program in Alameda County and throughout the Bay Area to meet program goals.

• Maintaining and updating internal program databases, documents, and resources.

• Responding to data and evaluation requests and assisting with regulatory filings and reporting of programs metrics.

• Coordinating with BayREN county leads and ABAG to conduct outreach to target audiences in other counties.

• Representing the BayREN Multifamily program in public settings, including conferences, workshops, and peer convenings. 

• Developing relationships with partners, including community groups and other program administrators at CCAs, RENs, and IOUs.

• Identifying opportunities for pilot programs, grants, research projects, and other innovative efforts to increase participation and help meet program and local/state climate goals.

• The position may also provide support for additional BayREN programs within Alameda County.

Physical and Other Job Demands

• This position currently requires the ability to work a minimum of two (2) days per week in person and to telework a maximum of three (3) days per week subject to the needs of the Agency (which could change) and with project lead approval.

• Ability to work a flexible schedule to accommodate evening and weekend events (virtual and in-person), as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

Consistent with the https://apptrkr.com/6866811, any combination of experience and education/training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

Education and Experience:

• Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in architecture, urban planning, environmental science, public policy, engineering, construction, or a closely related field.

• A minimum of three (3) years of increasingly responsible professional experience in green building, energy efficiency, public policy, climate planning, housing development, program management, or a related area.

Specifically, the applicant should possess the following skills and/or experience:

• Ability to analyze situations quickly and make decisions to determine a course of action.

• Ability to perform work in a self-directed, timely manner while implementing solutions collaboratively.

• Demonstrated experience managing people and/or consultant teams.

• General understanding of public agencies and housing, climate, and/or energy policy in California.

• Knowledgeable about the ways in which energy issues intersect with equity, health, and housing.

• At least 2 years of experience with program design and implementation, including experience with contracts, managing budgets, and processing invoices.

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to organize and interpret data, generate insights, and anticipate challenges and opportunities.

• Experience in managing or participating in diverse coalitions and developing strategic partnerships.

• Proficient in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

• Good written and oral communication skills.

• Highly organized and able to prioritize/deprioritize tasks in a dynamic work environment.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in leading or designing programs.

• Previous work experience in the multifamily sector.

• Technical knowledge of energy efficiency, electrification, and building systems.

• Proficient in Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, ArcGIS, or Salesforce.

• Must have a valid California driver's license and provide proof of automobile insurance if using personal transportation for work related activities. Note that the incumbent may use the Agency's Zip Car account and does not need to have their own car.

Application Procedure

Applications and correspondence will be accepted through email. Please email the following documents to jobs@stopwaste.org and include the position title "BayREN Multifamily PM II" in the cover letter and email subject line:

• Cover letter referencing the position title

• StopWaste Job Application

• Resume

The application can be downloaded at https://www.stopwaste.org/file/stopwaste-job-application. Application packets may also be mailed to the StopWaste office:

StopWaste

Attn: BayREN Multifamily PM II

1537 Webster Street

Oakland, CA 94612

Applicants are reviewed by human staff; we do not use artificial intelligence-powered screening tools in our hiring process.

Deadline for the receipt of applications is 5:00 p.m. Monday, February 9, 2026.

Interviews will be held the week of February 23, 2026 (in person).

Nothing contained in this job announcement is intended to create an employment contract, implied or explicit with the Alameda County Waste Management Authority, an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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