Program Associate Jobs in Aurora, IL (NOW HIRING)

Evergreen Posting:  Walker-Miller Energy Services is experiencing tremendous growth, and we're always looking to connect with exceptional talent for future opportunities. If you're an Energy Efficiency Associate Program Manager professional, we'd love to hear from you! Please submit your application, and a member of our Talent Acquisition team will reach out when a role becomes available that aligns with your experience.

Company Overview 

 Founded in 2000, Walker-Miller Energy Services is a core-values driven company committed to changing lives through energy efficiency. We create and manage customized energy waste reduction programs that help electric and gas utilities meet mandated energy savings goals. 

Our experience driven philosophy of energy efficiency as economic development helps families and businesses save energy and save money. Through innovative, inclusive initiatives, we help build communities by creating local jobs, producing equitable energy savings for all rate payers, and spurring the growth of diverse local businesses. 

Our operating philosophy is reflected in our core values. We refer to them as BEHIVE. 

B - Boldly Go

E- Embrace Equity

H - Humble Confidence

I - Inclusive Stewardship

V - Value Reputation

E - Extraordinary Experience 

Position Summary: 

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Associate Program Manager to help lead a large-scale, high-profile residential energy efficiency program in Illinois. The ideal candidate will have at least 3-5 years of experience in program management, a deep understanding of energy efficiency for residential and multi-family sectors, and some experience and exposure to electrification. This role requires strong leadership and client management skills, and the ability to work with diverse stakeholders effectively. 

Essential Responsibilities:

• Embrace and operate within the core values.
• Assist in leading and managing large-scale residential energy efficiency programs from inception to completion.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the program and staff, ensuring timely and successful delivery of services.
• Interface with clients, stakeholders, and partners at various levels to ensure program success and address any concerns or issues.
• Monitor program performance, conduct regular assessments, and identify and assist in the implementation of improvements to enhance program effectiveness and efficiency.
• Coordinate with internal teams, including engineering, finance, and marketing, to ensure cohesive program execution.
• Prepare and present detailed reports on program progress, outcomes, and impact to clients and senior management.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes related to energy efficiency and electrification.
• Monitor program budgets, track expenses, and assist in meeting financial goals. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Business, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience the energy efficiency sector.
• Previous supervisory experience.
• Strong understanding of energy efficiency principles, practices, and technologies for residential and multi-family buildings.
• Excellent client interfacing skills with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Exceptional communication and presentation abilities.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Desired Qualifications:

• Advanced degree, preferred.
• 5-8 years of experience in program management of energy efficiency programs.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint 

Licenses & Certification:

• CAPM or PMP Certification, preferred.
• BPI Building Science Principles Certification, preferred. 

Travel Requirements:

• Willing to travel up to 20%. 

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Required to sit, stand, walk; talk and hear; and ability to touch and handle tools and/or controls.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
• Noise level is typically low to moderate. 

Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. 

The above information describes the general duties and requirements necessary to perform the principle functions of the position. This shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the duties and requirements that may be necessary in this position. 

Walker-Miller Energy Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Pay Transparency: This compensation range is provided as a reasonable estimate of the current starting salary range for this role. If this opportunity includes multiple job levels, the salary information represents the job level minimum and the job level maximum. There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

A team member may be eligible for additional pay, premiums, or bonus potential. Walker-Miller Energy Services offers eligible employees health, vision and dental insurance, retirement, and tuition reimbursement.

Compensation Range: $66,000-$85,000/ annually

At Walker-Miller Energy Services, we Embrace Equity by encouraging qualified candidates from all backgrounds and identities to apply for open positions! We have several optional questions about candidates' demographics, but they do not impact hiring decisions. In fact, all candidate demographic data is anonymized for compliance purposes and to reduce unconscious bias in the hiring process, so none of the information collected here will be attached to your individual application. We ask for this information because Walker-Miller is committed to inclusive recruitment practices, so we hold ourselves to a high standard in developing a candidate pool that is diverse in background, experience, and perspective.

Walker-Miller Energy Services participates in E-Verify. Which confirms employment authorization of all newly hired employees and most existing employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. For new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with the Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification on or before the first day of work. E-Verify is not used as a tool to pre-screen candidates. For up-to-date information on E-Verify, go to www.uscis.gov and click on 'E-Verify' located near the bottom of the page. 

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