Program Specialist

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Efficiency Maine Trust

POSITION DESCRIPTION

TITLE: PROGRAM SPECIALIST

REPORTS TO: PROGRAM MANAGER

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

LOCATION: PORTLAND, ME OR AUGUSTA, ME

(Check https://www.efficiencymaine.com/careers/ for status updates)

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Program Specialist is a junior staff position that supports all aspects of delivering the Trusts portfolio of energy

conservation programs. This position is likely to focus on Efficiency Maines business programs but may have other

areas of focus depending on organizational need and the knowledge and background of the candidate. This

position has professional development opportunities that provide training and experience necessary to become a

program manager. Good communication, research, and computer skills are a must. Experience with energy

efficiency or commercial buildings and heating systems is helpful.

Working at Efficiency Maine means being part of a mission-driven, innovative organization where your work

directly contributes to a more energy-efficient future for Maine. Staff value the opportunity to make a real impact

through nationally recognized programs, collaborate with smart and supportive colleagues, and continuously grow

through challenging projects and professional development. Efficiency Maine offers hybrid work options, potential

to shape your roles and responsibilities, and a culture supportive of work-life balance.

Please note that this job description is not a comprehensive list of all activities, duties, or responsibilities required in

this position.

NEXT STEPS

Please send a resume and cover letter indicating that you are applying for the Program Specialist position and

describing your interest in Efficiency Maine and relevant qualifications. If you do not currently live in Maine,

describe your interest in the State. Send all materials to hr@efficiencymaine.com.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Efficiency Maine is committed to fair employment practices and employee pay equity. We do not discriminate

based on protected class (race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status,

sexual orientation) in the payment of wages or screen applicants based on their current or past compensation. We

determine salary by reviewing your application materials to evaluate your related education, experience, and

training. Efficiency Maine is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary Range: \$58,000-\$62,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to

each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and equitable salary placement among

staff.

Benefits:

? Health insurance (with deductible and eligible co-pay reimbursed 100%) and dental insurance

? Hybrid working arrangement with offices in Portland and Augusta

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? 20 days paid time off and 13 holidays per year, plus 2-week longevity leave every seven years

? 401(a) and 457 retirement plans with Efficiency Maine\'s contribution of up to 5% of your salary

? Flexible health and dependent-care spending accounts

? Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability insurance, and long-term disability insurance

? Employee assistance program

MORE ABOUT THE POSITION

Sample tasks include:

? Assist the program team in identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and program growth,

particularly through implementing surveys, identifying customers, and outreach and marketing efforts.

? Support the development of outreach and marketing materials, such as web pages, case studies, blog

posts, emails, and fact sheets, to promote the benefits of efficiency measures. Present and staff Efficiency

Maine booth at community and industry events.

? Shadow trade allies in the field, gaining first-hand experience on how energy efficiency programs are

implemented.

? Collaborate with trade allies, industry groups, community organizations, and state agencies.

? Compile and report data on completed projects.

? Research new and emerging technologies and other efficiency programs.

? Assist with contract administration.

Essential Skills:

? Project management Ability to develop plans with precise tasks, assignments, and due dates; gain buy-in

from the members of the project team and market participants; and keep projects on schedule.

? Communications Ability to speak, write, and present effectively; Ability to observe, ask relevant

questions, and listen intently to gain actionable insights; Ability to communicate technical information to

a broad range of stakeholders.

? Problem-solving Ability to identify and assess problem situations, identify causes, gather an