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As of Jun 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for demand response in the United States is $82,760.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,000.00 and $96,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Demand Response job?

A Demand Response job involves managing energy consumption by coordinating reductions in electricity use during peak demand periods. Professionals in this role work with utility companies, grid operators, and consumers to implement programs that enhance grid stability and efficiency. Responsibilities may include developing demand response strategies, analyzing energy usage data, and facilitating communication between stakeholders. This helps reduce strain on the power grid, lower energy costs, and support sustainability efforts.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Demand Response position, and why are they important?

To excel in a Demand Response role, you need a solid understanding of energy management, grid operations, and data analysis, often supported by a degree in engineering, energy systems, or a related field. Familiarity with demand response management systems (DRMS), utility software platforms, and relevant certifications such as CEM (Certified Energy Manager) are valuable. Strong project management, communication, and problem-solving skills help you collaborate effectively with utilities, building managers, and customers. These capabilities are crucial for optimizing energy usage, maintaining grid stability, and supporting sustainability initiatives in dynamic energy markets.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Demand Response professional?

Demand Response professionals are responsible for monitoring energy usage patterns, analyzing data to identify demand shifts, and implementing strategies that help balance energy supply and demand. On a typical day, you may coordinate with utility operators, customers, and facility managers to plan and execute demand response events, ensuring compliance with program guidelines. You’ll also review performance metrics, troubleshoot event issues, and prepare reports on program effectiveness. This role often requires a proactive approach to communication and problem-solving to ensure energy savings goals and grid reliability targets are met.

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Energy Efficiency Demand Response Coordinator

Energy Efficiency Demand Response Coordinator

Massachusetts Municipal Wholesale Electric Company (MMWEC)

Ludlow, MA • On-site

$33.65 - $38.46/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Energy Efficiency Demand Response Coordinator.

The Massachusetts Municipal Wholesale Electric Company (MMWEC) provides a competitive edge to Massachusetts municipal utilities. We plan, develop, and manage energy resources in an evolving marketplace that demands high levels of innovation and expertise. We remain dedicated to delivering low-cost, low carbon, and reliable electricity to municipal utility customers. At MMWEC, we take pride in fostering an environment that encourages employees to be passionate, energetic, proactive, and progressive.
We are currently seeking to fill an Energy Efficiency Demand Response Coordinator position, and we are looking for a talented individual to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the peak energy response operations of MMWEC’s residential, commercial and industrial in front of the meter asset programs and efforts. Along with this, you will be creating and maintaining effective relationships with our members and proactively anticipate clients’ energy demand needs through program participation.
RESPONSIBILITIES: 
  • Primary customer representative for MMWEC’s demand response programs. This includes being the primary responder to customer and contractor calls regarding demand response.
  • Acts as liaison with MLPs regarding program compliance and coordinating approvals from MLPs for program exception processing and communications.
  • Processes all demand response program applications for compliance or non-compliance. Reach out to all disconnected enrolled devices and assist homeowner with reconnection.
  • Administer new devices and home enrollments into the demand response program into the correct strategic groupings based on load zonal data of where device is located.
  • Work with analyst team to determine when to call peaks for different load zones under program purview.
  • Work with the program Distributed Energy Resources provider to run all technical capabilities of demand response programs, onboard new eligible manufacturers to the program and troubleshoot issues.
  • Create demand response programs and strategies to allow member utilities to use demand response to reduce peak loads.
  • Conduct ratepayer outreach within Member utility territories to enroll residential, commercial and industrial accounts into demand response programs and measures.
  • Respond to all MLP requests for reports and other information on activity of demand response programs.

QUALIFICATIONS: 
  • Bachelor's Degree and 1 - 5 years' relevant experience.
  • Experience in Energy Efficiency, Demand Management, or other competitive market-driven utility programs, including process management experience.
  • Technical knowledge of DERMs platform preferred.
  • Some travel required to attend meetings and conferences.

BENEFITS: 
  • Comprehensive medical and dental benefits with low employee cost from day one.
  • Retirement savings plan with a 6% company contribution and up to an additional 3% company match.
  • Earned vacation time, sick time, and 11 paid holidays.
  • Professional development and tuition reimbursement opportunities.

Don’t meet every single requirement? If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles at MMWEC.
Massachusetts Municipal Wholesale Electric Company (MMWEC) is an equal opportunity employer. We accept applications from all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.