GCEA is currently looking for qualified candidates for the following positions:

Operations Director

Marketing and Community Outreach Director

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to careers@greatercea.org and indicate the position you are applying for in the subject line.

Operations Director

Introduction:

The Greater Cincinnati Energy Alliance (GCEA) conducts energy efficiency retrofit programs in seven jurisdictions in the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky region. GCEA’s programs focus on residential, non-profit, small commercial sectors, soon to expand to the larger commercial sector. GCEA conducts these programs with, in part, U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) funding through the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant, and one of the twenty-five Retrofit Ramp-up Grants awarded nationally by DOE. Due to significantly increased funding, GCEA plans to hire a highly experienced, highly motivated, and highly skilled Operations Director (OD). This person will work closely with the Executive Director (ED) and will directly supervise all GCEA energy efficiency programs and program managers to ensure that production goals are met, high quality is maintained, and customer satisfaction is achieved. The OD will work in an interdisciplinary, mutually supportive manner in order to maximize effective delivery of services and resources to designated market sectors. The OD, consistent with funded requirements, will ensure that GCEA meets all of its programmatic goals.

Education:

Bachelors Degree required, advanced degree preferred. Technical training and expertise in building science and multi-sector audits and retrofits required.

Work Experience:

10 years experience in energy efficiency program management, staffing and implementation, with thorough knowledge of residential and commercial auditing, installation of energy efficiency measures, contractor management, measurement and verification, and quality assurance. Reports to the GCEA Executive Director.

Primary Skills:

  • Demonstrated successful planning, implementation and management of residential and commercial energy efficiency programs
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with staff and contractors to achieve production and energy savings goals on time and within budget
  • Direct experience conducting quality assurance of installed work in residential and commercial settings
  • Knowledge of the technical aspects of energy auditing, including use of measuring instruments (blower door, infrared scanner, etc.) and building audit standards (BPI, RESNET, ASHRAE, LEED, etc.)
  • Demonstrated success to work effectively with energy auditors and a full range of installation contractors
  • Knowledge of various financing mechanisms (PACE, Power Purchase Agreements, Revolving Loan Funds, etc.) energy performance contracting, and utility incentives (portfolio standards, demand response) available to offset/reduce costs of energy efficiency installations
  • Knowledge and understanding of local, state and federal energy policy issues
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively convey program-related information to public officials, the residential and commercial business community, and through community meetings

Job Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate effectively with the Executive Director and directly supervise program managers in the implementation and goals attainment of all currently existing energy efficiency programs in the GCEA service territory
  • Oversee contractor management and related workforce development efforts, which includes Davis-Bacon compliance and partnership with local community colleges and other job training organizations
  • Work collaboratively with Executive Director and staff in the design, development and implementation of expanded energy efficiency programs, including larger commercial facilities via energy performance contracting, throughout the GCEA service territory
  • Effectively utilize IT and database systems necessary for effective program management, auditor and contractor deployment, cost controls, customer tracking, and program budgeting and reporting
  • Work cohesively with the Community Outreach personnel to ensure that residential and commercial customers are made aware of GCEA programs and appropriately incentivized to meet program goals in a timely and professional manner
  • Design and conduct systematic quality assurance activities to measure and document the relative effectiveness of each of GCEA’s programs
  • Develop and manage relationships with program partners, contractors and participating homeowners in order to troubleshoot any problems, measure relative satisfaction of all customers, and ensure program success
  • Expand on existing, and develop new revenue streams and business opportunities to ensure long-term sustainability of the organization
  • Other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the ED

Compensation:

$70,000 – $85,000, commensurate with experience, with excellent benefit package. Relocation costs to Cincinnati will be considered. GCEA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All applicants will be treated equally without regard to race, gender, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other protected classification under Federal or State law.

Marketing and Community Outreach Director

Introduction:

The Greater Cincinnati Energy Alliance (GCEA) conducts energy efficiency retrofit programs in seven jurisdictions in the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky region. GCEA’s programs focus on residential, non-profit, small commercial sectors, soon to expand to the larger commercial sector. GCEA conducts these programs with, in part, U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) funding through the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant, and one of the twenty-five Retrofit Ramp-up Grants awarded nationally by DOE. Due to significantly increased funding, GCEA plans to hire a highly experienced, highly motivated, and highly skilled Marketing and Community Outreach Director. This person will work closely with the Executive Director and Operations Director and will directly supervise GCEA outreach staff to ensure that program goals are met and high quality community-based marketing and effective outreach is achieved. The Marketing and Community Outreach Director will work in an interdisciplinary, mutually supportive manner in order to maximize effective delivery of services and resources to designated market sectors.

Education:

Bachelors Degree required. Training and expertise in community-based marketing, social marketing and community organizing techniques required.

Work Experience:

At least 7-10 years experience in marketing, community organizing, social media, or comparable job, with knowledge of energy efficiency and the environment preferred.

Reports to the GCEA Executive Director.

Primary Skills:

  • Significant knowledge of techniques necessary for effective community outreach and organizing around important social, political and economic issues
  • Demonstrated ability to engage individuals, groups and neighborhoods in concerted public activity in order to meet specific program goals
  • Strong understanding of new media forms to maximize marketing and outreach efforts
  • A creative mind, energetic spirit, engaging personality, and strong work ethic
  • Recruitment and management of volunteers to expand the capacity of the organization
  • Knowledge and understanding of local, state, and federal energy policy issues
  • Well-organized with demonstrated ability to multi-task
  • Articulate public speaker
  • Database management skills

Job Responsibilities:

  • Work with the Executive Director and Operations Director to design and implement a comprehensive marketing and outreach strategy for residential and commercial building owners in the Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky region
  • Design and implement outreach to trade associations, neighborhood groups, business organizations, municipal and county governments and nonprofit organizations to facilitate adoption of GCEA energy efficiency and renewables programs
  • Develop and manage the brand assets for the organization including logos, value statements, press releases, flyers, etc.
  • Facilitate a web-based viral marketing effort to reach the residential, non-profit, and small commercial sectors, utilizing tools that include social media, blogs, etc.
  • Manage the GCEA Web site, including maintaining updated content, links to partner organizations, oversight of customer/partner online database and volunteer opportunities within GCEA
  • Oversee the work of GCEA outreach staff and volunteers for neighborhood-based activities
  • Create  strategy for utilization of volunteers in the following capacities
    • neighborhood canvassing
    • demographic and marketing research
    • telemarketing
    • customer inquiry telephone line
    • data entry
  • Implement volunteer recruitment efforts by drafting job descriptions, setting clear and achievable goals and milestones, and design and implementation of volunteer training
  • Track and report progress of volunteers in meeting goals and milestones

Other duties as may be assigned by the Executive Director in order to carry out the program’s goals.

Compensation:

$50-65,000, based on experience, plus excellent benefits.

GCEA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All applicants will be treated equally without regard to race, gender, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other protected classification under Federal or State law.