Account Manager III - Agricultural Sector at ICF
Bakersfield, CA 93301, USA -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Sep, 25

Salary

73403.0

Posted On

16 Jun, 25

Experience

1 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Sustainability, Horticulture, Agriculture, Energy Efficiency, Environmental Science, Animal Science, Livestock, Customer Service, Utilities, English

Industry

Information Technology/IT

Description

READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE?

We are seeking a proactive and results-driven Account Manager to support the expansion and success of our agricultural utility incentive programs. This field-based role is pivotal in engaging farmers and installation contractors across California’s Central Valley to promote sustainable construction practices and ensure high-quality project execution.

WHAT WE NEED YOU TO HAVE (MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS):

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Energy, Sustainability, Business, Agriculture, Environmental or related discipline (one year of professional experience may be substituted for one year of education)
  • 2+ years of experience in the fields of agriculture (animal science, livestock, horticulture and/or environmental science), utilities, energy efficiency and/or a related field
  • Able to lift boxes no heavier than 30 pounds, climbing stairs and ladders, driving, walking, standing, above head arm movements
  • Must have valid driver’s license and successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check

WHAT WE WOULD LIKE YOU TO HAVE (PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS):

  • Experience working in the agricultural industry around California
  • Experience with project tracking software
  • Understanding of building science applications or construction background
  • Experience with the new construction market in California
  • Advanced knowledge of agricultural energy-efficient technologies
  • Customer service and/or sales conversion experience
  • Bilingual in Spanish and English is a plus
Responsibilities

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

  • Stakeholder Engagement: Recruit and build strong relationships with farmers, builders, and installation contractors to participate in utility-sponsored rebate and incentive programs.
  • Program Education & Support: Educate stakeholders on available financial incentives, energy efficiency benefits, and program requirements. Answer technical questions and recommend next steps to support project success.
  • Field Assessments & Data Collection:
  • Conduct on-site energy assessments at farms, including fields, barns, and greenhouses.
  • Collect detailed and accurate data, measurements, and project documentation from customers.
  • Project Oversight & Quality Assurance:
  • Coordinate and schedule QA/QC activities such as field inspections.
  • Conduct project quality assessments to ensure compliance with utility standards.
  • Prepare summary reports identifying energy-saving opportunities and findings from site visits.
  • Program Development & Strategy:
  • Contribute to the evolution of program strategies and the design of new features and services.
  • Support the deployment of marketing and outreach campaigns to increase program visibility and participation.
  • Administrative Support: Assist in reviewing and processing applications, technical reports, and project documentation to ensure timely and accurate program delivery.
  • Travel Requirements: This is a field-based role requiring regular travel throughout California’s Southern Central Valley. Must have a reliable vehicle for local travel. Requirements are up to 50% of the time within the Central Valley and Southern California (reimbursement for mileage provided).

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Opportunity Identification: Identify energy efficiency opportunities for farms, greenhouses, and other eligible agricultural businesses.
  • Savings Goals: Help customers achieve their energy savings goals.
  • High-Quality Service: Ensure a high standard of customer service throughout the process.
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