Energy Efficiency Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $74,304.46 - $111,456.80 Annually
Location : Adams Tower - Community Well-being, CO
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2026-00135
Department: City Manager's Office
Division: Energy, Equity, and the Environment
Opening Date: 09/04/2026
Closing Date: 9/18/2026 5:00 PM Mountain
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: NA
General Purpose
*This position is grant funded through the Denver Regional Council of Government (DRCOG) Building Policy Collaborative program. The duration of this appointment is guaranteed until fall 2029.
Hiring salary is dependent upon experience.
The hiring range is $83,592.60 - 92,880.67 / annually.
Are you passionate about creating a sustainable future? Join our dynamic team as an Energy Efficiency Specialist, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping energy policies that drive our city towards greater sustainability. Under the guidance of the Sustainability Manager, you'll be responsible for tracking energy usage in city buildings and developing innovative strategies to enhance energy efficiency. This is a unique opportunity to lead the charge in implementing citywide building energy guidelines and a comprehensive decarbonization roadmap for both commercial and residential properties. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact by improving building performance, accelerating electrification, and supporting our climate action goals, we want to hear from you!
This role will blend policy development, technical coordination, interdepartmental collaboration with E3 and Community Development, and hold robust community engagement events and opportunities. You will be at the forefront of climate action, working with cutting-edge building technologies and sustainable practices that will shape the City.
We care about our employees and offer a generous benefits package: Health & wellness benefits, 6% retirement contribution match and 3% 457 Deferred Compensation match, general leave, work/life balance, and more.
We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to our success, and we are committed to creating a supportive and welcoming work environment for all of our employees. If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference in your community, we encourage you to apply for this position today. Be A Part Of It and contribute to the vibrant growth and development of Commerce City as we strive to provide exceptional services and foster a thriving community.
Please review the full job description here!
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Sustainability, Energy Policy, Environmental Policy, Natural Resource Management, Urban Planning, Public Policy, Environmental Studies, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field from an accredited college or university. Two to five years of progressively responsible experience in sustainability, energy policy, planning, code implementation, or building performance programs. To have or be able to obtain ICC Energy Inspector and Plans Examiner certification. LEED GA certification or (equivalent LEED certification). If not currently certified, certification must be obtained within six (6) months of hire. The City will provide support and resources to assist the selected candidate in obtaining the required certification. A combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential duties of the position may be considered.
Commerce City is an equal opportunity employer.
Process Overview:
Apply Today: Please complete and submit an online application, INCLUDING A RESUME and COVER LETTER, to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and determine starting pay in accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.
Qualification Review: HR will screen applications for minimum qualifications weekly.
Application Review: Applications will be reviewed weekly. Applications from candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be forwarded to the hiring manager, who will review materials.
Phone Screen(s): Due to the high volume of applications, phone screens may be conducted to identify the best-qualified candidates.
Interview(s): We aim to schedule in-person interviews with candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and pass the application review and phone screen (if applicable).
Please review our benefits
PAID TIME-OFF BENEFITS:

• Holidays: 12 paid holidays each year with the addition of an 8-hour Floating Holiday (in addition to the Floating Holiday that can be earned by participating in the Wellness Program).
• General Leave: Employees receive a General Leave bank when they're hired, prorated based on their start date. General leave can be used for vacation, sick time, personal needs, caregiving, school activities, holidays not observed by the City, and other approved reasons in line with Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
• Other Paid Time Off: Jury Duty, Injury Leave, and Military Leave are also available to employees.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): We provide a confidential Employee Assistance Program to help support you and your family on any issue of concern. Eight private counseling sessions are available on a range of needs including, but not limited to marital issues, parenting concerns, grief counseling, supervisor issues, and drug and alcohol abuse.
• Tuition Reimbursement: The City provides a tuition reimbursement program that reimburses qualified educational expenses.
• Eligibility for Pay Increases: Employees are eligible for a pay increase during their annual appraisal following a successful evaluation. Pay increases do not come at the time of the six-month introductory evaluation.
• Personal Computer Employee Purchase Program: To encourage the development of employee computer skills, the City offers an interest-free loan to you for the purchase of computer hardware (including a Desktop or Laptop) and software. The employee must have successfully completed their 6-month Introductory Period for eligibility.
• Recreation Center Membership: Employees and family members are eligible for a membership to the Commerce City Recreation Center for $5.00 per person per year.
• Golf Course Green Fees: Employees can play the City's award-winning Buffalo Run Golf Course at a rate of $9.00 for 9-holes or $18.00 for 18-holes. Employees can also purchase golf merchandise at discounted prices.

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This is a grant-funded position through the Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG). Funding is allocated through September 2029. Employment may not be guaranteed past this date. Are these conditions agreeable to you?

• Yes
• No

02
Do you possess a bachelor's or master's degree in one of the following; Sustainability, Energy Policy, Environmental Policy, Natural Resource Management, Urban Planning, Public Policy, Environmental Studies, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field?

• Yes
• No

03
If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please describe your qualifications. If you answered "No", enter "N/A".
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How much experience do you have in sustainability, energy policy, planning, code implementation, or building performance programs?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 2 years
• 3 - 4 years
• 5+ years

05
Do you possess a valid driver's license and a clean motor vehicle record?

• Yes
• No

06
Do you possess any of the following certifications? (Select all that apply)

• Certified Energy Policy Analyst (CEPA)
• Certified Energy Manager (CEM)
• Building Performance Institute
• LEED
• None

Required Question