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As of Aug 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for community energy in the United States is $69,025.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,000.00 and $102,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a community energy professional?

A Community Energy professional works to develop, promote, and manage local energy projects that are typically owned and operated by communities. These projects often focus on renewable energy sources, such as solar, wind, or hydro, and aim to provide affordable, sustainable energy while empowering local residents. Community Energy professionals may coordinate stakeholder engagement, secure funding, and ensure regulatory compliance. Their work helps communities take control of their energy needs and contribute to environmental sustainability.

What are some of the main challenges faced by professionals working in community energy roles?

Community Energy professionals often encounter challenges such as securing funding for local energy projects, navigating complex regulatory environments, and engaging diverse stakeholders with varying interests. Collaborating with local governments, residents, and technical experts requires strong communication and project management skills. Additionally, staying updated on evolving renewable energy technologies and policies is essential for successfully driving community-based energy initiatives.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a community energy manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Community Energy Manager, you need a solid understanding of renewable energy systems, energy policy, project management, and a relevant degree in environmental science, engineering, or a related field. Familiarity with energy modeling software, data analysis tools, and industry certifications such as LEED or CEM is highly valued. Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, and leadership skills help in building partnerships and driving community initiatives. These abilities are essential for effectively designing, implementing, and promoting sustainable energy projects that benefit both the community and the environment.

What is the difference between Community Energy vs Community Energy Coordinator?

AspectCommunity EnergyCommunity Energy Coordinator
CredentialsRelevant degrees in energy, environmental science, or related fields; certifications like LEED or renewable energy certificatesSame as Community Energy; often requires project management or community outreach certifications
Work EnvironmentNonprofit organizations, government agencies, or energy companies focusing on renewable projectsCommunity outreach programs, project management teams, or local government offices
Employer & Industry UsageUsed broadly for initiatives promoting renewable energy at community levelsSpecific role within community energy projects, focusing on coordination and stakeholder engagement

Community Energy refers to the broader field of renewable energy initiatives at the community level, while Community Energy Coordinator is a specific role responsible for managing and implementing these projects. The coordinator acts as a bridge between stakeholders and project goals, ensuring successful community engagement and project execution.

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Infographic showing various Community Energy job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $69,025 per year, or $33.2 per hour.

Community Energy Educator - Binghamton, NY

Cornell Cooperative Extension

Binghamton, NY • On-site

$23/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

The Community Energy Educator will primarily assist with the teaching of energy efficiency and clean energy education programs in the Southern Tier Region, specifically in Broome County. This position is also responsible for working as a team member on a regional team and provide input to his/her/their supervisor on implementation and evaluation of these energy programs. This position will work to inform residents, multifamily building owners, and small businesses, with an emphasis in low-to-moderate income and priority communities, of the options for adopting clean energy strategies in their homes and businesses.
Work includes assisting in establishing and maintaining relationships and working with community partners and local stakeholders to lend energy efficiency and clean energy programs to address energy inequities in a more holistic manner. This program will deliver information and provide education in a wide variety of settings, including, but not limited to: providing educational tables/booths at community events; speaking to community residents at food pantries and mobile food distribution sites; presenting before large audiences; making one-on-one phone calls; following up with leads/clients to provide additional information; assist leads/clients with navigating every step of applying for relevant energy efficiency and clean energy programs available to them; helping troubleshoot obstacles to adopting clean energy strategies; coordinating with local energy contractors in providing accurate information on the programs, etc. This position will work with community groups, energy contractors, supervisor and other team members to coordinate and implement engaging educational programs, including assisting with training, engaging or coordinating the work of volunteers and interns in program delivery. This position will also serve as a subject matter resource and carry out administrative tasks that support the educational program and fulfill funding requirements. The position will be supervised by a CCE-Broome Resource Educator with additional support and program direction from the Community Energy Adviser Lead, and other senior members of the regional Energy team.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS:
PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING
All applicants must apply online by close of day on August 31, 2026 to be considered for this position. All applicants must submit a complete application online, which includes: cover letter, resume and three (3) references.
All External Applicants (including applicants currently employed by Cornell Cooperative Extension in Associations other than the Association advertising this career opportunity) must submit his/her application materials via the "APPLY" button located within this job posting.
All Internal Applicants (current employees working for the Association advertising this career opportunity) must apply online via his/her Workday account, which may be accessed here: http://workday.cornell.edu/.
Please contact Carol Fetterman, Human Resources at 607-772-8953 with questions.
POSITION DETAILS:
This position is a full-time, non-exempt position, 37.5 hours per week. The hourly rate for this position is $23.00. This position, based on eligibility, offers a comprehensive benefit package, to include: health and dental insurance, NYS retirement, vacation, sick and personal leave.
POSITION INFORMATION:
Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent education (Associate's Degree and 2 years of transferrable program/functional experience).
  • Experience relevant to the position, including but not limited to, any of the following:
    • teaching non-formal educational programs, with a preference for experience in energy efficiency and renewable energy, or related topics.
    • social work with an emphasis on housing/energy assistance.
    • assisting low-income households receive subsidized housing services.
  • Experience working independently, as well as an effective team member.
  • Demonstrated ability and willingness to build relationships with diverse audiences and work to cultivate an inclusive and supportive environment for program participants and colleagues.
  • Demonstrated ability to learn new information and communicate effectively through oral, written and visual means.
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple priorities according to those set with the team and immediate supervisor.
  • An earnest desire to empower households and communities to create change, and a matching patience to move at the speed of trust.
  • Valid NYS Driver's License and the ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.
  • Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience establishing and working with community stakeholders, especially those with limited income.
  • Experience working with, and assisting in developing institutional relationships in Tompkins County
  • Experience working as a volunteer or supervising volunteers.
  • Demonstrated ability to plan, teach and evaluate informal educational programs through a variety of delivery methods to reach individuals and groups.
  • Aptitude for digital technologies and strategies for educational and communication applications.
  • Empathy, sincerity, and an ability to find a silver lining when faced with challenges.

Responsibilities/Essential Functions:
Program Responsibilities:
Program Delivery, Evaluation and Applied Research - 80%
  • Utilize established program resources and materials in program work.
  • Use a variety of delivery methods including workshops, public events, articles, web pages and social media to deliver program.
  • Teach clean energy education programming per established Plan of Work.
  • Represent the regional energy team to the public and community leaders in a professional manner as part of program delivery.
  • Occasionally apply established subject matter knowledge to adapt materials created by the regional energy team and other professionals to create lesson plans that meet local community and individual needs and consider diverse audiences.
  • Assist in maintaining linkages with Cornell and other SUNY institutions as part of program delivery.
  • Engage volunteers and interns in program delivery using established materials.
  • Serve as subject matter resource and respond to questions about energy efficiency.
  • Serve as a team member and cooperate with the entire Association and the regional energy Team to achieve Association program delivery goals.
  • Interact with program participants to gather informal program evaluation information.
  • Work with the regional energy to interpret evaluation information based on existing program parameters and assist supervisor to make recommendations for improvement to program offerings.
  • Implement program evaluation as designed.
  • Communicate evaluation findings to constituents as directed.

Administrative Responsibilities:
Direction and Management - 10%
  • Work in cooperation with the regional energy team to help establish priorities, objectives, and programming for the Clean Energy Program that are supportive of the Association's mission.
  • Assist in the planning of public events and program activities.
  • Assist in identifying opportunities for fund development activities.
  • Assist in directing/organizing community focus groups and/or advisory committees to support programming initiatives.
  • Assist in fostering effective professional relationships with other agencies, organizations and businesses that promote effective communication and facilitate continued programming efforts.
  • Recruit and support interns and volunteers involved with program outreach and delivery including matching tasks to the individuals, providing informal feedback, problem-solving and regular communication, per established policies and procedures.
  • Using priorities set by the supervisor, direct the work of interns.
  • Assist in identifying and recommending program needs (i.e. program supplies and materials) to the Program Supervisor and Leadership Team as identified.

Coordination/Operation - 5%
  • Train interns and volunteers as needed.
  • Collect, compile and submit to supervisor the information needed for narrative and financial reports to meet funding agency requirements.
  • Collect budgetary information as needed and relay to supervisor for review.
  • Assist in gathering information for grant/contract proposals as needed.
  • Assist supervisor in supporting the administrative needs of writing grant/contract proposals as requested to ensure continued funding.

Professional Improvement and Other Duties as Assigned - 5%
  • In cooperation with supervisor and/or Issue Leader, jointly develop and pursue a professional development plan as a means to increase competencies relative to position accountabilities and to address changes in programming and Association priorities.
  • Collaborate in activities that are in general support of Cornell Cooperative Extension including but not limited to attendance at staff meetings, timely reporting of expenses, working with other staff, general marketing of Extension programs and other duties as assigned.

Health and Safety - Applied to all duties and functions.
  • Support the association to maintain a safe working environment.
  • Be familiar and strive to follow any applicable federal, state, local regulations, association health and safety policy/procedure/requirement and standard.
  • Act proactively to prevent accidents/injuries and communicate hazards to supervisors when identified.

Job Title:
Association Subject Educator I
Level:
004
Pay Rate Type:
Hourly
Company:
Contract College
Contact Name:
Jerilynn Cross
Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and the residents of New York State. Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate government agencies. This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University.
Notice to Applicants: Please read the required Notice to Applicants statement. This notice contains important information about applying for a position at Cornell Cooperative Extension as well as some of your rights and responsibilities as an applicant.

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