Specialist Jobs in Poway, CA

Clean Energy Alliance (CEA) is the default energy provider for the cities of Carlsbad, Del Mar, Escondido, Oceanside, San Marcos, Solana Beach, and Vista. Established in 2021, CEA currently serves more than 250,000 residential and business customers and is focused on achieving 100% renewable energy by 2035 to reduce greenhouse emissions. Learn more at: *********************************** CEA employees operate in a hybrid environment, working from home most days and reporting to the office at least once per week. Occasional local travel is required to attend CEA events, meetings, conferences, and workshops. This arrangement may change as the needs of CEA change. The Role of the Programs Specialist/Analyst As the organization transitions from a successful start-up to a trusted, reliable, long-term clean energy provider, CEA is strategically expanding its team. The Key Accounts Specialist/Analyst is a new position that will report to the Key Accounts/Programs managers and be responsible for a wide range of duties. The Programs Specialist/Analyst will support a range of programs designed to educate, attract, and retain residential and non-residential customers. Key responsibilities include: •Support the coordination, management, and implementation of customer-facing programs by working closely with CEA staff, Board members, partner agencies, the Community Advisory Committee, and other stakeholders •Identify community outreach and education initiatives and priorities •Manage program budgets and research potential funding opportunities •Make presentations to community groups and coordinate event logistics •Attend community events within CEA's service area •Assist with program-related data collection, organization, and analysis •Lead the coordination, management, and implementation of customer-facing programs in support of transportation and building electrification throughout CEA's service area •Research potential funding opportunities and critically evaluate applicability, feasibility, and requirements •Track and report program success through metrics, analytics, customer relationship management tools, and other program tracking tools •Identify, recommend, and develop materials and web-based tools to drive customer program participation •Monitor program progress; issue progress reports on a regular basis; make recommendations for improved program delivery •Field calls from the public to answer program-specific questions; refer to other CEA team members and support personnel as necessary •Assist in drafting requests for proposals and in the selection of consultants •Assist with preparing staff reports and presentations for Board and Citizens Advisory Committee meetings The Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate for the Programs Specialist/Analyst position at CEA is a positive, collaborative, supportive team member who is passionate about public service, enjoys engaging with members of the community, and is committed to continuous improvement. This person has strong organizational skills and the capacity to manage multiple assignments concurrently. They are a skilled communicator who can write and present clearly and compellingly. The best qualified candidate is a collaborator who seeks input from and works effectively with people who have diverse views, interests, and backgrounds. They build and maintain trust-based relationships with community members, local businesses, other publicly owned utilities, and professional organizations. Experience with Excel, Power BI, Constant Contact, Microsoft Dynamics CRM, or Salesforce is highly desirable. The selected candidate will have a cooperative, flexible, and entrepreneurial attitude. They will be responsible, accountable, and efficient with their time. Qualifying Education and Experience This position may be filled at the Specialist or Analyst level, depending on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate. The following criteria will be used to determine appropriate placement: Programs Specialist - Salary: $85,000 - $150,000 per year, DOQ. Any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for acceptable job performance. Example combination includes a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in communications, political science, sustainability, environmental science, business administration, or any other related field AND three (3) years experience in customer, governmental, or public relations, marketing, or sales. Prior experience working at a public utility or CCA is highly desired. A strong network of local contacts will be advantageous. Programs Analyst - Salary: $80,000 - $125,000 per year, DOQ. Any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for acceptable job performance. Example combination includes a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major work in communications, political science, sustainability, environmental science, business administration, or any other related field AND one (1) year of experience in customer, governmental, or public relations, marketing, or sales. Prior experience working at a public utility or CCA is highly desired. A strong network of local contacts will be advantageous. Benefits: •Group health benefits with 100% employee and 50% dependent coverage for medical, vision and dental •Other insurance includes Long-Term Disability, Basic Life Insurance and Supplemental Life Insurance •Monthly technology allowance •Employer contributions into a 401(a) plan of 5% of salary with an additional match of employee contributions made to a 457(b) plan, up to 5% of salary •Vacation - 15 days per year increasing with years of service to a maximum of 25 days per year •Sick Leave - 8 hours per month, with maximum accrual of 144 hours per year •Paid holidays - 10 paid holidays plus winter break between December 24 - 31 How to Apply To be considered for this opportunity, please email your cover letter and resume to Cindy Krebs Consulting. Applications are due March 24, 2025. For additional information, please contact Cindy at ************** or ********************************