Job Details
CONNECTICUT GREEN BANK
MANAGER, ENERGY STORAGE
SUMMARY:
The Connecticut Green Bank (hereafter "Green Bank") is seeking a Manager to join its Energy Storage team.
The Manager will support the implementation and management of the Green Bank's Energy Storage Solutions program, which is designed to help Connecticut ratepayers install energy storage systems at their homes or businesses. The Manager will work closely with internal teams, including finance, legal, operations, and marketing, and with external stakeholders including utilities, contractors, regulators, manufacturers, and state agencies. The Manager will support several aspects of the program, including participant acquisition, battery technology and contractor vetting, DERMS coordination, regulatory proceedings, and evaluation, measurement, and verification. The Manager will also help to identify other opportunities for the Green Bank to further support the deployment of energy storage financing solutions, particularly in vulnerable and underserved communities.
The Connecticut Green Bank is a quasi-public authority and the nation's first state-level "Green Bank," leveraging public funds to increase and accelerate private investment in the green economy of Connecticut. Working at the Green Bank means being part of a dynamic team of talented people who are passionate about implementing the green bank model, stimulating the growth and development of clean energy and environmental infrastructure investment in Connecticut, and growing our economy, strengthening our communities (especially vulnerable communities), and protecting our environment.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
Individual responsibilities will include:
- Supporting the ongoing operations of the Energy Storage Solutions program;
- Working closely with Distributed Energy Resource Management System ("DERMS") providers to track and monitor the performance of projects enrolled in the Energy Storage Solutions program;
- Working with the Green Bank's marketing and outreach team to develop strategies to increase awareness of and participation in incentive programs and projects;
- Working closely with contractors, equipment manufacturers, property owners, and other key stakeholders to implement and improve the Energy Storage Solutions program through training opportunities, outreach, and inquiry responses;
- Ensuring all operational (i.e. staff and policies) and organizational (i.e. contracting and reporting) requirements are being implemented and executed;
- Managing the work of consultants to support the program in areas where Green Bank does not have specific in-house expertise, when necessary;
- Supporting the management and tracking of regulatory proceedings required to keep the Energy Storage Solutions program in compliance with the PURA program objectives and deployment targets;
- Representing the Green Bank to the public in speaking engagements including webinars and in-person events; and,
- Related duties as required.
The overall duties of this position will be refined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the individual hired and the ongoing needs of the team.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
The following minimum qualifications in knowledge, skill, and ability are required:
- Strong knowledge of and experience with design and technical principles of energy storage and/or solar PV;
- Knowledge and understanding of distributed energy resource management systems (DERMS) and other relevant software;
- Knowledge of and experience working in clean energy and/or clean energy policy;
- Ability to work in a team environment as a lead contributor, manager, and facilitator;
- Demonstrated ability to understand various scientific and finance-related energy principles and applications, and integrate those concepts into their work;
- Ability to work with external stakeholders including strong facilitation, negotiation, and coordination skills;
- Considerable interpersonal skills, as well as oral and written communications skills;
- Comfort with public speaking;
- Ability to explain the benefits of energy storage to stakeholders;
- Knowledge of State and Federal energy policies and regulations that support clean energy finance; and
- Working knowledge of Salesforce is highly desirable, preferably in an administrator role.
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:
General Experience:
- Minimum five (5) years of employment experience with demonstrated responsibilities related to the qualifications outlined above.
Substitutions Allowed:
- A bachelor's degree from a recognized college or university granted in a related field (e.g., environmental science, community planning, conservation resource management) may be substituted for two (2) years of minimum experience.
- A master's degree in a related field may be substituted for one additional year of minimum experience.
The Green Bank will determine if this position will be filled at the Associate Manager or Manager level based on the experience and qualifications of the individual selected.
Prospective applicants who meet most, but not all, selection criteria are encouraged to apply for the position.
EMPLOYMENT DETAILS:
- This position reports to the Senior Manager, Incentive Programs - Energy Storage.
- It is expected that the position will be based in our Hartford, CT office, with the opportunity for some remote work.
- State of CT benefits package, including generous time-off, health insurance covering medical, dental and vision, retirement, student loan reimbursement, tuition reimbursement for continuing education, and paid leave.
- Expected salary ranges from $85,000 - $111,000, but the final salary will be commensurate with experience, skills, and qualifications.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Frequent communications, verbal and written, both qualitative and quantitative
- Visually or otherwise identify, observe, and assess
- Repetitive use of hands and fingers typing and/or writing
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply for this position, please follow the link below and click on the "Manager, Energy Storage " position. Please submit a resume and cover letter to be considered for this position.
Closing Date: July 17, 2024 or when a qualified candidate is identified.
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