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Montana State University
Classification Title: Instructor
Working Title: Extension Building Science Instructor/Weatherization Trainer
Brief Position Overview: Full-time, non-tenure track position with primary responsibilities to contribute to Montana Weatherization Training Center work-force professional development in compliance with program funding agencies’ guidelines. Participate in the Center’s professional, service and outreach activities.
General Statement
The location of this position is Bozeman, MT. The Montana Weatherization Training Center is part of the national Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) that is funded in part by the US Department of Energy. Under the direction of the State of Montana Department of Health and Human Services, the Training Center works closely with Montana’s Human Resource Development Councils, out-of-state WAP agencies, and tribal programs to promote safe, efficient, cutting-edge techniques to address the health, safety, and energy efficiency issues present in low-income housing. The national program has been evaluated for its effectiveness in reducing energy costs and improving indoor health for clients. The Training Center also delivers training to the for-profit sector on topics of energy efficiency, renewable energy and safe work practices. We seek individuals who work professionally and effectively with diverse individuals, possess effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and have the ability to contribute positively to the academic success of the students and the mission of Montana State University
Please visit their website at the link found here to apply for any of their employment opportunities.
Date posted to our website: July 28, 2019
Community Action Partnership of Orange County
Community Action Partnership has an exciting opportunity for Contracts and Compliance Specialist
In this role, the Contracts and Compliance Specialist will draft and review contractual agreements between EES Department and their suppliers of products or services. Duties include evaluating bids, preparing contracts, and negotiating terms. This position is also tasked with ensuring the Energy and Environmental Services Department is compliant with all relevant regulations and contractual agreements.
Community Action Partnership has an exciting opportunity for Eligibility Technician/Community Health Worker
In this role, the Eligibility Technician/Community Health Worker will support the FaCT programs at El Modena Family Resource Center and will provide children’s services to accommodate parents who are participating in program activities (such as attending classes, workshops, or counseling sessions).
Date posted to our website: February 14, 2019
Homes for Good
Homes for Good announces an internal recruitment for a knowledgeable and dependable Energy Auditor
Homes for Good is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
General Description:
Homes for Good Housing Agency is seeking a qualified and experienced candidate for the position of Energy Auditor.
Homes for Good is a high performing housing authority located in Eugene Oregon, servicing all of Lane County (4,600 sq. miles). The Agency’s primary work is to help low-income residents with the logistics of affordable housing.
Homes for Good has been and will continue to implement a workplace culture change that includes increased emphasis on customer service, quality control, and compliance.
Homes for good is passionate about providing employees opportunities to maximize career growth while experiencing the personal satisfaction of working for a non-profit agency.
At Homes for Good, employees are supported and empowered by a collaborative culture that shapes how we work together with the common goal of providing essential housing services throughout Lane County.
Duties:
These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
As a key role in our Energy Services Division, this positive performs a variety of duties involved in determining appropriate energy conservation measures for residential structures and to coordinate the installation of energy conservation measures in residences of low-income tenants and homeowners.
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Date posted to our website: January 22, 2019
Montana DPHHS
IHSB is pleased to announce that we are currently recruiting for two Energy & Community Services Specialist positions. The positions are open until filled.
The positions provide oversight of the division’s subrecipients working with programs such as Weatherization, Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP), Community Services Block Grant (CSBG), and the Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) activities. The positions directly provide training and technical assistance including interpretation and resolution of questions and disputes related to policies associated with the programs. The positions perform field monitoring of subrecipient agencies and on-site inspections of weatherization work as necessary.
Date posted to our website: November 21, 2018
Arizona Department of Housing –Weatherization Programs Specialist
Salary Range: $36,814 - $65,827 and Benefits package (salary commensurate with experience)
This position will oversee the day-to-day administration of approximately 20 - 30 contracts for the weatherization of single-family and rental housing managed under the Community Development & Revitalization Division (CD&R) of the Arizona Department of Housing. CD&R provides Department of Energy (DOE) and LIHEAP funding to retrofit housing with energy efficiency improvements. This position monitors the contractual performance of weatherization providers. This position will assist with monthly reporting to funding agencies, updating of program policies and review of the weatherization program database for accuracy and eligibility of expenditures.
Highest qualified candidates will have experience managing multiple weatherization contracts and be familiar with associated regulations including the lead safe housing rule, procurement and Section 106 National Historic Preservation Act.
This position will remain open until filled.
Please visit the AZ State Jobs website at https://azstatejobs.azdoa.gov/ to review the complete Job Announcement and apply for this position. The Job Code is 42414.
Travis County
Home Repair Supervisor
Salary: $45,346.50 - $56,683.12 Annually
Location: Austin, TX
Job Type: Full Time
Department: Health & Human Services
Job Number: 19-04712
Closing: 12/12/2018 11:59 PM Central
Provides daily supervision and coordination of on-site work performed by the housing services crews, volunteers and trade contractors. Plans, schedules, performs and assigns carpentry and weatherization work projects, inspects completed work, and maintains records. Assists with preparing and monitoring annual budget. Administratively responsible for on-going or temporary construction-related contracts or programs, and/or grant funded programs. Performs all work in accordance with adopted building codes and using appropriate safety procedures.
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Project Go Inc.
Description, Compensation and Benefits:
Description- Directs, supervises (1-2 Crew Workers) and completes daily work assignments that focus on the installation of energy conservation measures on the residences of low-income clients in Placer, Nevada, and Eldorado counties to make their homes more energy efficient and to reduce their utility bills.
Compensation:
Up to $20. per hour (depending upon experience).
Benefits:
Beginning after 60 days of employment, a monthly “allowance” of over $1,000. may be used to select benefits from our “menu”, including health, dental, life, accident, etc. insurances and 401-k Retirement. Depending upon tenure, 1-5 weeks of paid vacation and all employees receive 12 paid holidays. A company vehicle and most tools and equipment are provided by Project GO. (Certain terms and conditions are applicable).
Qualifications and Job Requirements:
Knowledge of basic and advanced construction concepts and techniques and practices of supervision. Ability to read and write at a level required to legibly complete complex forms; evaluate the quality of work performed; safely operate vehicles and equipment including power tools, duct blaster, blower door test equipment, combustion test equipment, monoxer test equipment, and other energy efficiency testing devices. The employee is regularly required to stand, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, walk, use hands, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Placer, Nevada and Eldorado Counties includes the Lake Tahoe area, which may require overnight travel (per diem is paid in addition to wages).
About the Organization:
Established in 1978, Project GO is the Community Action Agency for Placer County. We receive state, federal and utility grant funding to hire crews to install energy conservation measures, including (but not limited to) attic insulation, caulking, weatherstripping, water conservation measures, and energy efficiency testing. We have assisted over 50,000 low-income clients in Placer and Nevada counties since our inception. We also develop, own and manage five apartment complexes that provide affordable housing for low-income seniors and families. For more information go to: www.projectgoinc.org
Application Instructions:
Send your resume to: projectgo@projectgoinc.org (Attn Energy Programs Director).
PLEASE DO NOTCALL THE OFFICE TO INQUIRE ABOUT THIS POSITION.
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Community Resource Project, Inc. (CRP)
Position Title: Operations Manager
Range: $35.00-$45.00
Reports to: Energy Director
Status: Exempt
Primary Purpose and Function
The Operation Manager is a senior level position with the Energy Division and the organization. It reports directly to the Energy Director and oversees the attainment of the division goals while managing the operations and specific assigned projects. It supports the agency with reports and management recommendations. The position interacts with other administrative operations to ensure organizational success.
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State of Colorado
State of Colorado invites applications for the position of: Director of Residential Energy Services This announcement is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.
Location: Denver Metro, Colorado
Primary Physical Work Address: 1580 Logan Street, Suite 100, Denver, CO 80203
Salary: $6,500.00 - $7,916.67 Monthly
Hiring Pay Rate: Although the full salary range is listed, the anticipated hiring range is $6,500.00 to $7,083.34 monthly.
Opening Date: 09/13/18
Closing Date: 09/27/18 11:59 PM
DEPARTMENT INFORMATION:
The mission of the Colorado Energy Office (CEO) is to deliver cost-effective energy services and advance innovative energy solutions for the benefit of all Coloradans. CEO develops and implements programming to support that mission and achieve outcomes within Colorado's energy sectors. The Residential Energy Services Unit is responsible for leading CEO's efforts to provide comprehensive energy services aimed at reducing energy consumption and lowering energy costs for households throughout all of Colorado.
DESCRIPTION OF JOB:
The Director of the Residential Energy Services Unit is responsible for leading CEO's efforts to provide comprehensive energy services aimed at reducing energy consumption and lowering energy costs for households throughout all of Colorado. The Director will oversee the Weatherization Assistance Program which provides energy retrofits services to income qualified households aimed at reducing client's energy burden as well as financial tools for home energy improvements. The Director also looks holistically across income spectrum to design, implement, and communicate programming and policy initiatives that ensure Colorado's residential energy consumers have access to cost-effective home energy improvements. This position manages CEO staff within the Residential Energy Services Unit.
HOW TO APPLY:
Thank you for your interest. Submit an on-line application by clicking the link below or submit a State of Colorado Application for Announced Vacancy and all supplemental questions according to the instructions provided below. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed above.
Applications may be filed online at: http://www.colorado.gov/jobs
IF NOT APPLYING ON-LINE, SUBMIT APPLICATION TO: Please complete the online application and attach a cover letter and resume.
DEPARTMENT CONTACT INFORMATION: hr_gov@state.co.us
METHODS OF APPOINTMENT: This position is not part of the classified state personnel system.
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Department of Community Services and Development
Job Posting: ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST
Under the direction of the Staff Services Manager I, Energy and Environmental Services Division, Department of Community Services and Development (CSD), the incumbent is responsible for performing a variety of technical and analytical duties as part of the Quality Assurance Inspection unit, and is responsible for maintaining the effective administration of the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), and Department of Energy Weatherization Assistance Program (DOE-WAP) Inspection Programs.
The position closes: August 16, 2018.
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to: Department of Community Services and Development Attn: Human Resources 2389 Gateway Oaks Drive, #100 Sacramento, CA 95833
State of Colorado invites applications for the position of: Weatherization Quality Assurance Manager
This announcement is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.
CLASS TITLE: NON-CLASSIFIED
LOCATION: Denver Metro, Colorado
PRIMARY PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: 1580 Logan Street, Suite 100, Denver, CO 80203
SALARY: $4,583.33 - $5,666.67 Monthly
OPENING DATE: 08/01/18
CLOSING DATE: 08/31/18 11:59PM
JOB TYPE: Full Time
The mission of the Colorado Energy Office (CEO) is to deliver cost-effective energy services and advance innovative energy solutions for the benefit of all Coloradans. The CEO develops and implements programming to support that mission and achieve outcomes within Colorado's energy sectors. The Weatherization (Wx) Quality Assurance Manager will oversee all activities related to subgrantee technical quality assurance (QA) compliance.
The CEO currently has an opportunity for an experienced Quality Assurance Manager to join our team to administer and evaluate Wx programming. He/she is responsible for managing the administrative efforts of the technical team and acting as point for the routing and dissemination of all QA issues. This position will be responsible for all subgrantee outcomes as they relate to conforming to set Department of Energy (DOE) and CEO Wx policies and procedures. NOTE: This position requires considerable in-state travel and requires multiple overnight stays.
ALTHOUGH THE FULL SALARY RANGE FOR THE POSITION IS LISTED, THE ANTICIPATED HIRING RANGE IS $4583.33 - $5000.00 PER MONTH.
QA:
Health and Safety (H&S):
Training:
General
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, SUBSTITUTIONS, CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT & APPEAL RIGHTS:
HOW TO APPLY: Online applications will not be accepted. Please follow instructions on the job announcement for submitting an application.
IF NOT APPLYING ON-LINE, SUBMIT APPLICATION TO: Thank you for your interest in the Colorado Energy Office. Please tell us why you want to work with us! Email cover letter and resume to nancey.steinheimer@state.co.us Due to the volume of applications, only candidates who are identified to move forward in the selection process will be contacted.
DEPARTMENT CONTACT INFORMATION: nancey.steinheimer@state.co.us
Richard Heath & Associates (RHA)
Position: Construction Advisor
Location: Chico, CA
Job ID: 602
Full-time - Non-Exempt
If you have construction experience, this may be the position for you! The Construction Advisor will play a key role and provide a critical support function for technical projects within the department. Construction Advisor is responsible for providing research and development support as an integral part of the technical services team and is accountable to the Project Manager. The position requires in-depth research and interpretation of regulatory, technical content in the areas of building science, residential or nonresidential construction materials and practices, building codes and standards, and hands-on experience in the residential or light commercial retrofit or new construction industry.
Minimum Qualifications:
Successful candidates will possess the following:
Pueblo County invites applications for the position of: Heating & Weatherization Field Supervisor
SALARY: $4,212.00 - $5,745.00 Monthly
OPENING DATE: 06/20/18
CLOSING DATE: 07/02/18 05:00 PM
DESCRIPTION:
Performs a variety of supervisory, operational and administrative duties associated heating and weatherization work on dwellings.
Work involves inspecting work of crews, technicians and subcontractors engaged in home weatherization, heating installation and tune-ups and weatherization work. Coordinates work schedules, responds to questions and problems and inspects work in progress and upon completion for adequacy. Participates in any phase of the work as required. Receives general assignments and proceeds independently to ensure that all field work in the program is completed properly.
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Date posted to EOW website: June 26, 2018
Housing Rehabilitation SpecialistManager
Pima County
SALARY: $18.37 /Hour OPENING DATE: 08/11/17 CLOSING DATE: 08/25/17 11:59 PM
POSITION DESCRIPTION: This grant-funded position is in the Community Development Neighborhood Conservation Department.
Salary Grade: 41 Administers and implements housing rehabilitation and weatherization programs.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: (Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s needs and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.)
Promotes housing rehabilitation and weatherization programs through outreach programs, presentations to and discussions with property owners and community organizations and a variety of advertising media;
Conducts classes in home maintenance and energy conservation;
Measures residential energy utilization and airborne pollutants;
Processes forms and reports for HUD, FMHA, TEP and state programs;
Inspects houses to determine need for rehabilitation and weatherization;
Advises recipients of loans of their rights and obligations, explaining program rules and legal documents, with respect to rehabilitation programs;
Estimates the cost of rehabilitation and prepares complete specifications of work to be accomplished;
Makes on-site inspections of construction activities;
Conducts follow-up inspections to ascertain completion of corrective measures;
Advises residents on preventative measures necessary to maintain housing standards to minimize utility expenditures and to avoid sanitary problems and hazards;
Mediates owner/contractor conflicts and resolves owner complaints concerning relocation, changeorders, and warranty requirements;
Participates in procurement and bidding activities in compliance with housing and urban development administration regulations, state laws and county policies.
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APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: http://www.pima.gov/hr
Date posted to EOW website: August 15, 2017
Residential Service Manager
Social Development Commission is recruiting a weatherization manager:
Job Purpose: Responsible for the coordination and admistration of SDC’s Housing programs and initiatives including the state Weatherization Program serving approximately 750 families per year with a staff of approximately 24 personnel and annual budget of approximatey $6.3M.
Administration of SDC/City of Milwaukee’s Neighborhood Improvement Project serving approximately 18 families with a staff of 2 and annual budget of approximately $556K. Directly supervise staff and $3M budget for 3-year Lead Hazard Reduction Demonstration grant using subcontractors and outside training vendors.
Responsible for successful outcomes to clients, financial and quality control reporting to funding sources and the evaluation and development of staff to support current and future project initiatives.
Provide highest quality of services and responsiveness to all of SDC clients and stakeholders For more information and to apply online click here.
Date posted to website: June 12, 2017
Weatherization Field Monitor
Washington State is recruiting for a Weatherization Field Monitor. The Housing Improvements and Preservation (HIP) Unit within the Energy Division is recruiting for a Commerce Specialist 3 Weatherization Field Monitor. This position is located in Olympia, Washington. To view the complete recruitment announcement, please visit careers.wa.gov.
If you have questions regarding the duties of this position, please contact:
Lindsey Henderson at 360-725-2650 or
Lindsey.Henderson@commerce.wa.gov.
To apply for this position, create a profile (if you haven’t already done so) and apply through the Online Recruitment System.
Date posted to website: May 19, 2017
ENERGY SERVICES PROGRAM OFFICER
Vermont Department for Children & Families Weatherization Program The Vermont Weatherization Program has an exciting and rewarding opportunity for an energy efficiency professional to join our Program. You will provide training and technical assistance to the 5 local Weatherization providers as well be responsible for quality control / quality assurance of the Vermont Weatherization Program. You must have significant experience in the residential energy field and or applicable BPI certifications and strong interpersonal and communication skills.
For more information, contact Geoff Wilcox at 802-241-0943 or email Geoff.wilcox@vermont.gov.
Reference Job ID# 620627
Location: Waterbury
Full Time, Limited Service Position
Application Deadline: June 1, 2017
Date posted to EOW website: May 9, 2017
ENERGY SERVICES PROGRAM OFFICER (Click here for .pdf description)
Occupational Category: Engineering and Architecture
Class Definition: Position is responsible for ensuring that quality services are provided to eligible Vermonters by five Weatherization Assistance Programs (WAPS) in a regulatory compliant, technically sound and fiscally responsible manner. Also responsible for development of programmatic technical policy, training, quality control monitoring and budget review and approval decisions for high cost weatherization projects. Work is performed under the direction of the weatherization Administrator. All employees of the Agency of Human Services perform their respective functions adhering to four key practices: customer service, holistic service, strength-based relationships and results orientation.
You can apply online by clicking here.
Contact Geoff Wilcox at Geoff.wilcox@vermont.gov or 802-279-7964 for any questions.
Date Posted to EOW website: January 13, 2017
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