Deputy Director of Building Decarbonization and Policy
Deputy Director of Building Decarbonization and Policy
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Boston, MA
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Job Description
Deputy Director of Building Decarbonization and Policy - (240005YO)
Description
Department of Energy Resources
Job Description: Deputy Director of Building Policy – Program Manager VI
About DOER
The Department of Energy Resources’ (DOER) mission is to create a clean, affordable, equitable and resilient energy future for all residents, including low-income and Environmental Justice populations, businesses, communities, and institutions in the Commonwealth. To meet these objectives, DOER develops and implements policies and programs to ensure the adequacy, security, diversity, and cost-effectiveness of the Commonwealth's energy supply. DOER is committed to working to promote energy programs and policies that are developed and implemented to ensure environmental justice among all the Commonwealth's citizens, communities, businesses, and institutions.
Job Description
Working under the supervision of the Director of Energy Efficiency (“EE”), the Deputy Director of Building Policy will assist the Director and the Deputy Director of Building Codes in the coordination and management of the Energy Efficiency Division and in the development and implementation of building policy for DOER. The Deputy Director will act as a stand-in for the Director when the Director is unavailable or when the management of projects and team members requires additional coverage.
The Deputy Director will serve as a policy lead and subject matter expert in climate mitigation policies in Massachusetts as they relate to residential and commercial buildings. The Deputy Director will be required to develop and present policy development to the Commissioner and EEA. Policies will include building energy reporting, appliance standards, and other building policy areas as needed. The Deputy Director will supervise 2-4 members of the Division (initially, subject to change).
The Energy Efficiency Division is responsible for leading Massachusetts energy efficiency policy and programs. In addition to chairing the Commonwealth’s Energy Efficiency Advisory Council (EEAC), which provides oversight of Massachusetts’ energy efficiency programs, the Division funds initiatives and administers grant programs to dramatically reduce greenhouse gas emissions in buildings. The Division actively coordinates with other DOER divisions and state agencies to meet the Commonwealth’s clean energy and climate mandates though buildings policy and programs including the Massachusetts Environmental Protection Act (MEPA), the Building Energy Code, building energy reporting, and other greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction strategies.
The Deputy Director’s primary responsibilities will include:
Qualifications
MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must have at least (A) five (5) years of full-time or, equivalent part-time, professional, administrative, supervisory, or managerial experience in business administration, business management, public administration, public management, clinical administration or clinical management of which (B) at least one (1) year must have been in a project management, supervisory or managerial capacity or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and substitutions below.
Substitutions:
I. A certificate in a relevant or related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the required (A) experience.
II. A Bachelor's degree in a related field may be substituted for two (2) years of the required (A) experience.
III. A Graduate degree in a related field may be substituted for three (3) years of the required (A) experience.
IV. A Doctorate degree in a related field may be substituted for four (4) years of the required (A) experience.
Comprehensive Benefits
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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.
Official Title: Program Manager VI
Primary Location
: United States-Massachusetts-Boston-100 Cambridge Street
Job
: Environmental and Energy
Agency
: Department of Energy Resources
Schedule
: Full-time
Shift
: Day
Job Posting
: Jun 28, 2024, 10:45:41 AM
Number of Openings
: 1
Salary
: 84,791.15 - 133,521.50 Yearly
If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator: Andrea Rivera Casul - 8572746194
Bargaining Unit: M99-Managers (EXE)
Confidential: No
Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule: Yes
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Job Description
Deputy Director of Building Decarbonization and Policy - (240005YO)
Description
Department of Energy Resources
Job Description: Deputy Director of Building Policy – Program Manager VI
About DOER
The Department of Energy Resources’ (DOER) mission is to create a clean, affordable, equitable and resilient energy future for all residents, including low-income and Environmental Justice populations, businesses, communities, and institutions in the Commonwealth. To meet these objectives, DOER develops and implements policies and programs to ensure the adequacy, security, diversity, and cost-effectiveness of the Commonwealth's energy supply. DOER is committed to working to promote energy programs and policies that are developed and implemented to ensure environmental justice among all the Commonwealth's citizens, communities, businesses, and institutions.
Job Description
Working under the supervision of the Director of Energy Efficiency (“EE”), the Deputy Director of Building Policy will assist the Director and the Deputy Director of Building Codes in the coordination and management of the Energy Efficiency Division and in the development and implementation of building policy for DOER. The Deputy Director will act as a stand-in for the Director when the Director is unavailable or when the management of projects and team members requires additional coverage.
The Deputy Director will serve as a policy lead and subject matter expert in climate mitigation policies in Massachusetts as they relate to residential and commercial buildings. The Deputy Director will be required to develop and present policy development to the Commissioner and EEA. Policies will include building energy reporting, appliance standards, and other building policy areas as needed. The Deputy Director will supervise 2-4 members of the Division (initially, subject to change).
The Energy Efficiency Division is responsible for leading Massachusetts energy efficiency policy and programs. In addition to chairing the Commonwealth’s Energy Efficiency Advisory Council (EEAC), which provides oversight of Massachusetts’ energy efficiency programs, the Division funds initiatives and administers grant programs to dramatically reduce greenhouse gas emissions in buildings. The Division actively coordinates with other DOER divisions and state agencies to meet the Commonwealth’s clean energy and climate mandates though buildings policy and programs including the Massachusetts Environmental Protection Act (MEPA), the Building Energy Code, building energy reporting, and other greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction strategies.
The Deputy Director’s primary responsibilities will include:
- Support the Director and coordinate closely with Director and Deputy Director of Building Codes to manage and coordinate the division’s work, set priorities, and develop new program and policy ideas to deliver scalable, affordable, and equitable GHG emissions reductions from residential and commercial buildings in Massachusetts.
- Supervise staff including defining work products and timelines and foster an inclusive and collaborative culture within the EE Division.
- Assist the Director and Deputy Director of Building Codes in the management and coordination of the Division, including project management, organizing division meetings, and other division needs. Lead in developing and implementing systems to track projects and staff deliverables.
- Serve as stakeholder liaison and lead the EE Division in responding to stakeholder inquiries.
- Lead EE Division’s efforts with monitoring federal appliance standards, participation in related stakeholder groups and the Commonwealth’s adoption of appliance standards to advance the adoption of increased energy efficient products and technologies.
- Support the EE Division’s work with the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs climate team to plan and track progress toward statewide GHG requirements.
- Support EE Division and other DOER Divisions with Department of Public Utilities (DPU) proceedings that impact building decarbonization such as gas and electric system planning and rate cases.
- Develop relationships with other states and throughout the region to keep track of best practices and lessons learned from other programs and identify opportunities for regional coordination to advance energy efficiency and building decarbonization.
- Manage the implementation and delivery of the Building Energy Reporting Program to ensure compliance with the relevant legislation and regulations.
- Support priority policy and program implementation within the Division as needed, including building energy codes, Massachusetts Environmental Policy Act GHG Policy, Mass Save, grants and financing programs.
- Understanding of building decarbonization programs or policy
- Experience in energy policy and program implementation
- Experience facilitating teams and supervising staff
- Experience fostering diversity and inclusion within teams
- Experience with stakeholder engagement and coordination
- Strong analytical and writing skills
- Knowledge of excel and data analysis
- Strong organizational skills, with proven project management skills
- Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
- Experience with public speaking
- Experience integrating equity and environmental justice principles into policy or programs
- Knowledge of the delivery of energy efficiency and decarbonization services in the Commonwealth and a basic understanding of building science
- Energy efficiency program design
- Understanding of utility ratemaking
Qualifications
MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must have at least (A) five (5) years of full-time or, equivalent part-time, professional, administrative, supervisory, or managerial experience in business administration, business management, public administration, public management, clinical administration or clinical management of which (B) at least one (1) year must have been in a project management, supervisory or managerial capacity or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and substitutions below.
Substitutions:
I. A certificate in a relevant or related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the required (A) experience.
II. A Bachelor's degree in a related field may be substituted for two (2) years of the required (A) experience.
III. A Graduate degree in a related field may be substituted for three (3) years of the required (A) experience.
IV. A Doctorate degree in a related field may be substituted for four (4) years of the required (A) experience.
Comprehensive Benefits
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards!
An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.
Official Title: Program Manager VI
Primary Location
: United States-Massachusetts-Boston-100 Cambridge Street
Job
: Environmental and Energy
Agency
: Department of Energy Resources
Schedule
: Full-time
Shift
: Day
Job Posting
: Jun 28, 2024, 10:45:41 AM
Number of Openings
: 1
Salary
: 84,791.15 - 133,521.50 Yearly
If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator: Andrea Rivera Casul - 8572746194
Bargaining Unit: M99-Managers (EXE)
Confidential: No
Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule: Yes
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