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Director of Energy Management

Oregon State University

Oregon State University

Department: UnivFacInfra&OpsAdminSvc (QIA)

Appointment Type: Professional Faculty

Job Location: Corvallis

Recommended Full-Time Salary Range: Salary is commensurate with skills, education and experience.

Job Summary:

University Facilities, Infrastructure, and Operation (UFIO ) is seeking a Director of Energy Management. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE ),12-month, professional faculty position.

The Director of Energy Management is responsible for leading and overseeing the energy management program, policies, and initiatives for the institution. The Director of Energy Management is pivotal in steering the institution towards sustainable energy practices. This role encompasses a broad range of responsibilities and collaborative efforts. In their leadership capacity, the Director of Energy Management works closely with the senior leadership, faculty, staff, and students to develop and implement strategies to reduce energy consumption, costs, and greenhouse gas emissions across the campus. This collaborative approach ensures that all stakeholders are engaged in the institution’s sustainability goals, fostering a culture of energy awareness and responsibility.

The Director of Energy Management is also responsible for managing the energy budget, contracts, and performance reporting, and ensures compliance with relevant regulations and standards. They ensure that all energy management activities adhere to federal, state, and local laws, as well as institutional policies. This compliance not only safeguards the institution from legal and regulatory risks but also reinforces its commitment to ethical and responsible practices. The Director of Energy Management plays a crucial role in promoting sustainability, reducing operational costs, and enhancing the institution’s environmental stewardship.

UFIO has a deep commitment to and belief in the strength and value of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI ) both throughout our team and as an intentional and active practice to advance the vision, mission, and strategic efforts of the entire university. As a member of the UFIO community, the person in this position is expected to foster and promote the values of DEI and demonstrate a commitment to inclusive excellence in their work.

Why OSU?

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS :

• Top 1.4% university in the world
• More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
• 7 https://hr.oregonstate.edu/work-life/diversity-and-cultural-resources that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
• 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
• 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
• 217k+ alumni worldwide
• For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about

Locations:

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers a https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/prospective-employee with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
• Retirement savings paid by the university.
• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.

Future and current OSU employees can use the https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/new-employees/benefits-calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU .

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Energy Program Development and Management (63%)

• Develop and execute a comprehensive energy management plan that aligns with the institution’s mission, vision, and goals, and supports its academic, research, and operational excellence.
• Identify, prioritize, and implement energy efficiency, conservation, and renewable energy projects and programs, in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, and evaluate their technical and financial feasibility, impact, and return on investment (ROI ).
• Manage and optimize the energy budget, procurement, and contracts, and negotiate with utility, service, and equipment providers to secure the best rates and incentives.
• Prepare and present regular and ad hoc energy performance reports and dashboards to the senior leadership, board of trustees, and other audiences, and communicate the institution’s energy achievements and challenges.
• Monitor and analyze the energy performance of the institution’s buildings, systems, and equipment, using various tools and methods, such as energy audits, benchmarking, metering, and energy management and information systems (EMIS ).

External Outreach (7%)

• Lead and participate in energy-related committees, working groups, and task forces, and represent the institution in external energy forums, networks, and partnerships.
• Promote and foster a culture of energy awareness, education, and engagement among the institution’s community, and develop and implement energy outreach and recognition programs and campaigns.

Energy Policy Creation, Maintenance, and Compliance (13%)

• Establish and maintain energy policies, standards, and best practices, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local energy regulations and codes, as well as voluntary programs and certifications, such as ENERGY STAR , LEED , and AASHE STARS .

Leadership and Supervision (12%)

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of the energy management team, including energy engineers, analysts, technicians, and consultants, and provide guidance, training, and feedback.
• Plans, assigns, and reviews work, establishes goals for each position and assess performance through completion of evaluations; hires, trains, promotes employees; disciplines or effectively recommends discipline up to and including dismissal; and address grievances, developing a framework for corrective actions as necessary.

Other (5%)

• Create and foster a work environment that is inclusive and welcoming to all staff, students, and campus community members

What You Will Need

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, energy management, construction management, environmental science, operations management, or related field.
• Five years of experience in at least one of the following fields: energy, facilities, infrastructure, mechanical systems, construction management, data analysis, or other related field.
• Demonstrated knowledge and work with energy efficiency, conservation, renewable energy technologies and practices, infrastructure, construction, operations management, data analysis, or related fields.
• Strong leadership, management, and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Excellent oral and written communication, presentation skills, and ability to communicate complex technical information to non-technical audiences.
• High level of initiative, creativity, and problem-solving skills, and ability to handle multiple projects and tasks simultaneously.
• Commitment to Oregon State University’s values of excellence, innovation, collaboration, sustainability, and diversity.

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Master’s degree in engineering, energy management, environmental sciences, or related field
• Certified Energy Manager (CEM ), Certified Energy Auditor (CEA ), or equivalent certification
• Proficient in using energy data analysis, modeling, and reporting tools and software, such as EMIS , EnergyCAP, eQuest, Portfolio Manager, or similar systems
• Five years of progressive experience in energy operations management

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

Working conditions include a combination of office and on-site project visits. Project visits may have exposure to inclement weather and high noise level. Will need to lift boxes up to 30 pounds unassisted, bend and twist, and work at a computer for extended periods of time.

Occasional weekend and evening work required.

Special Instructions to Applicants

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

1) A resume/CV; and

2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.

You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.

For additional information please contact: Laura Bean at laura.bean@oregonstate.edu
OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/background-checks website including the https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu.

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