Download San Joaquin County RE1420 ENERGY MANAGER DEFINITION

San Joaquin County
RE1420
ENERGY MANAGER
DEFINITION:
Under direction, performs responsible program management work in the development
and oversight of a County-wide energy management and conservation program; and does
related or other work as required in accordance with Rule 3, Section 3 of the Civil Service
Rules.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS:
An employee in this single position class is responsible for management of all aspects of
a County-wide energy conservation program which is designed to measure energy consumption
and develop, implement and coordinate appropriate conservation measures. Supervision is
received from the Director of Facilities Management.
TYPICAL DUTIES:
1.
Plans, coordinates and monitors County wide energy use; evaluates County energy
consumption practices using of computers to track and control energy consumption;
works with County departments and managers to evaluate energy usage practices.
2.
Identifies energy saving opportunities; provides recommendations to implement
conservation measures; initiates input from gas and electric providers regarding the
availability of financial incentives related to implementing various energy conservation
measures.
3.
Organizes and coordinates site specific methods to promote wise energy use; prioritizes
projects and oversees through completion; makes recommendations regarding contracts
with third party purveyors of natural gas, electricity and water.
4.
Develops and conducts in-service training for managers, staff and the general public
regarding energy consumption and conservation; attends public meetings and makes
presentations on energy conservation subjects; attends energy conservation
conferences and workshops; attends meetings outside of daily work hours as needed.
5.
Prepares cost/benefit analyses on energy related issues to assist with preparation of
budgets for utilities and energy retrofits; prepares grant and rebate applications;
prepares written notices and correspondence; maintains records; conducts special
studies; collects data pertaining to energy use; performs local and statewide searches to
obtain material on energy conservation.
6.
Reviews and evaluates changes to new construction and remodel projects relating to
energy use and recommends changes as needed; provides contract supervision and
inspection services; verifies and approves changes in utility billing and other related
services
7.
Serves as a liaison for the County with utility suppliers, outside suppliers and the public.
Energy Manager
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RE1420
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EITHER I
Licenses/Certificates: Current certification by the Association of Energy Engineers as a
Certified Energy Manager (CEM).
OR II
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with major course work
in business or public administration, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or a closely
related field.
Experience: Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience working in energy
conservation, utilities management or a closely related field, including at least two years of
management or administrative analytical experience which involved project coordination.
Substitution: Additional qualifying management/analytical experience may substitute for
the required education on a year-for-year basis to a maximum of four (4) years.
AND
Knowledge of: Principles, practices, methods and techniques of energy consumption
measurement and conservation; utility rate structures; principles and practices of public
administration and management, including budgeting, supervision, training, purchasing, project
coordination, organization and personnel administration; analytical and statistical methods;
effective public relations and communication techniques.
Ability to: Effectively gather and analyze energy and conservation-related data; perform
complex statistical calculations utilizing computers and other office automation equipment;
organize and write reports; give effective presentations to individuals and groups; read,
understand, interpret and apply energy-related rules and regulations; develop, review and
manage contracts and grants; express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing;
establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; present oneself
professionally; supervise subordinate staff.
Physical/Mental Requirements: Mobility—frequent operation of a keyboard, sitting for
long periods, walking; occasional standing for long periods, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting,
driving, climbing; Lifting—frequently 5 pounds or less; occasionally 5 to 30 pounds; Visual—
constant good overall vision and reading/close-up work; frequent color perception and eye/hand
coordination; occasional depth perception and peripheral vision; Hearing/Talking—frequent
hearing normal speech, hearing/talking on the telephone; occasional hearing faint sounds and
talking in person; Emotional/Psychological—frequent decision making and concentration;
occasional public contact, heights, working weekends/nights/overtime; Environmental—
occasional noise, varied outdoor weather conditions.
Adopted: 7/8/98
Renumbered: 07/03