Manage existing and future clean energy projects as assigned by the Director of Sustainability
Serve as a technical advisor to the Director of Sustainability on energy projects and energy policy.
Complete triannual updates of the 100% Savannah plan, per the City Council’s directive
Identify grant opportunities, develop grant applications, and manage awarded grants.
Research and propose policies, programs, and technologies that can be applied toward the City’s 100% Savannah goals.
Foster partnerships with community groups, nonprofits, financial institutions, businesses, peer local governments, and other organizations in support of the 100% Savannah goals
Represent the City in energy-focused stakeholder engagement processes and regulatory proceedings (e.g. IRP proceedings, rate cases, DSM Working Group, etc.)
Communicate clean energy topics in a clear and concise manner both orally and in writing to diverse audiences with varying degrees of background knowledge and experience.
Conduct regular public outreach on energy topics.
Prepare reports and messaging as requested for the Mayor’s Office, City Administration, City Council, and the public on project status and energy program accomplishments.
Supervise the Clean Energy Program Coordinator
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in the hard sciences, technology, or engineering
Three years of professional experience in a relevant field is preferred. Internships, research experience, and volunteer experience may be considered for exceptional candidates.
Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
Strong interest and/or experience in several of the following areas: energy efficiency, renewable energy, electric transportation, utility regulation, energy markets, clean energy finance
Commitment to centering work in social and racial equity.
Ability to learn and absorb new information quickly and respond to changing circumstances.
Ability to innovate and accomplish ambitious goals with limited resources.
Strong interpersonal skills
Demonstrated critical and systems thinking skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with managing long-term, multi-stakeholder projects.
Experience writing and managing federal grants.
Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) certification, Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, or similar credential
Experience engaging and/or organizing community members and other stakeholders, particularly those from historically marginalized communities.
Experience working in local, state or federal government and/or public sector.