Associate Operations Specialist - Hybrid/Remote

About the role

To support our growth, we are seeking candidates with an interest in utility energy efficiency programs and knowledge of energy-efficient technologies associated with commercial building systems. As an Associate Operations Specialist, you will play a crucial role in supporting the efficient and effective management of energy and environmental programs and projects.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of the energy efficiency team ensuring that the evaluation, implementation, and verification of utility-sponsored energy efficiency projects are successfully executed.
• Develop and share best practices across the team and organization.
• Collaborate with IT, Reporting, Marketing, and Customer Care teams.
• Conduct analyses to identify trends, issues, and opportunities for improvement.
• Assist with processing incoming project applications.
• Review project application forms and submittals to ensure compliance with program policies and procedures.
• Assign project applications for further processing and review per program policies and procedures.
• Assist with customer and contractor inquiries.
• Coordinate quality control follow-up on project inspections and customer surveys as appropriate.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or Associates degree with 2+ years of work experience.
• Strong time management, communication, and organization skills.
• Must be experienced in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), with demonstrated experience in Excel.
• Outstanding analytical, writing, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of the utility market (specifically energy efficiency, demand response, and distributed energy resource programs and markets).
• Experience with Power BI (or similar data visualization tool).
• Experience with advanced Microsoft data software such as SharePoint Lists and Power Automate.

Skills

• Energy Program Operations: Understanding of utility-sponsored energy efficiency programs and commercial building technologies.
• Process & Compliance Review: Skilled in reviewing project applications and ensuring adherence to program policies and procedures.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Experience working with IT, Reporting, Marketing, and Customer Care teams to support program delivery.
• Analytical Thinking: Ability to identify trends and opportunities for improvement through data analysis.
• Customer & Contractor Support: Capable of handling inquiries and coordinating follow-ups for inspections and surveys.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong skills in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite; familiarity with Power BI, SharePoint Lists, and Power Automate.

Pay

Although the posted range is $61,232.00 - $104,094.00, this position is anticipated to offer a base salary in the $70,000–$75,000 range.