Sustainability & Energy Specialist

at  Duke University

OCCUPATIONAL SUMMARY

Provides technical support in the development and implementation of energy programs including energy efficiency projects. Serves as principal technical advisor regarding current and emerging power supply/delivery issues including building energy management technologies, internal energy usage policies, and regulatory compliance. Position responsible for the energy management program for all DUHS sites.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT THIS LEVEL

Education/Training: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field. Certified Energy Engineer (CEM) preferred.
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Experience: Requires a minimum of 3 to 5 years related experience developing, implementing and monitoring energy management programs. OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
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Skills: · Knowledge of TJC, CMS, DFS, State and Local Codes, and NFPA standards. Strong verbal and written communication skills. · Ability to prepare and deliver reports and PowerPoint presentations to a variety of audiences. · Positive attitude and excellent customer service skills. · Ability to identify and respond to needs proactively and appropriately, without being prompted or directed. · Organizational and time management skills. Needs to successfully manage deliverables and deadlines independently.
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

EDUCATION

Work requires a Bachelor’s degree in a specific engineering fieldrelated to construction (e.g. Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering) and eligibility for North Carolina licensure as an Engineer.

EXPERIENCE

Work requires a minimum of three years experience in design, planning, OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE evaluation and project management related to new construction and renovation of buildings and/or systems.
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