Under the supervision of the Municipal Light Plant (“MLP”) Assistant Director, the Sustainability Program Coordinator develops, implements, and administers the MLP’s sustainability programs designed to encourage its customers to adopt technological, behavioral, and other measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and electrical demand or use. These programs include rebate or incentive programs for beneficial electrification, energy efficiency, and solar energy, which are guided by the principles and goals set forth in the Town of Wellesley’s Climate Action Plan and by the Municipal Light Board and MLP senior management. The Sustainability Program Coordinator coordinates program development and delivery with MLP staff (Customer Service), other Town departments (e.g., Climate Action Office), program vendors, and other stakeholders (citizen, business, and contractor groups) to ensure they are well coordinated and communicated and provide MLP customers a positive experience. The incumbent continually monitors and evaluates the progress, customer uptake, and performance and effectiveness of these programs to estimate the resulting energy savings and greenhouse gas reductions, identify opportunities for improvement, and ensure they produce meaningful benefits.
The Sustainability Program Coordinator coordinates and oversees the Town’s Energy Coach program, which is staffed by volunteers who provide guidance and resources to residents and building owners on opportunities to reduce their energy use and greenhouse gas emissions. A link to the complete job description can be found HERE.
Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in sustainability, environmental or energy policy, engineering, or sciences, or related field. Three (3) years of professional experience in the sustainability field such as energy policy and technology, renewable energy, energy efficiency, electrification, and sustainability or greenhouse gas reduction program management. Solid working knowledge of sustainability technologies and policy, particularly electrification (heat pumps and electric vehicles), energy efficiency, and solar. Ability to methodically and accurately collect, assimilate, and synthesize or analyze data and information to track and troubleshoot applicant workflow and processing, evaluate program performance and effectiveness, and identify trends, problem areas, and opportunities for improvement. Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills. Good organization skills and attention to detail and professionalism, commitment, and sound judgement when interacting with customers. High level of proficiency in Microsoft® Excel and basic proficiency in Microsoft® Word and Powerpoint.
The Town of Wellesley provides excellent health and retirement benefits along with a competitive salary to its employees. Please submit a cover letter and resume to: Wellesley Municipal Light Plant, Attn: Joanne Scannell, 4 Municipal Way, Wellesley, MA 02481 or email as a WORD or PDF document to jscannell@wellesleyma.gov. AA/EOE. Salary range: $85,000 - $115,000 per year depending on experience.
