Job Number 1508002


Manager, Energy Conservation



This position is past the Close Date, no more applications will be accepted.
Position Information
Location Service Center
Hours Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Salary Manager 3/125 ($56,379.00 - $80,541.00)
FLSA Status Exempt
Reports To Director, Energy & Sustainability
Criminal Background Check
General Statement of Job

The Energy Conservation Manager will be responsible for analyzing current energy usage and developing the district's energy management plan to provide a quality learning environment with cost-effective energy utilization. The Energy Conservation Manager will collaborate with all college constituencies to develop a working model for the integration of energy management and other sustainable concepts and practices into the operations of the college. The Energy Conservation Manager will be tasked with advancing the energy component of Austin Community College's (ACC) Climate Action Plan. The Energy Conservation Manager will work in collaboration with various departments across the district, including Building and Grounds Department, Facilities and Construction Department, and outside vendors, contractors, and students. The Energy Conservation Manager will identify desirable energy conservation initiatives; assess cost-effectiveness, technical feasibility, and impact; and gain acceptance by the college community.

This position will monitor and analyze energy consumption and costs, oversee campus metering and energy monitoring programs, identify funding opportunities, and coordinate energy retrofit projects and energy audits, including a retro-commissioning/monitoring-based commissioning process for the district.  This position will also promote effective standards and procedures for the operation of HVAC, electrical, and mechanical systems, ensuring comfortable and efficient indoor environments.

Description of Duties and Tasks
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  1. Provides technical review of architectural plans and specifications regarding lighting, HVAC, and controls of new and renovation designs to ensure energy efficiency.
  2. Develops standards for capital improvement projects and specifications for upgrading and expansion of building systems including but not limited to mechanical & electrical systems.
  3. Coordinates the development, implementation, and maintenance of the college's energy conservation initiatives, including developing and tracking the performance metrics of carbon footprints to meet the district's climate neutrality goals.
  4. Monitors and analyzes the district's electricity, water, and gas usage and makes suggestions for improvement.
  5. Monitors and manages the district's existing renewable energy portfolio as well as new renewable energy projects.
  6. Participates in the shared governance process as an energy and sustainability liaison providing technical knowledge on ACC's energy conservation and sustainability initiatives.
  7. Assists in various commissioning projects to ensure long-term energy-saving strategy.
  8. Researches energy conservation "best practices" at peer and other institutions.
  9. Develops long-range plans for implementing energy conservation plans.
  10. Assists Facilities and Construction Department and Building and Grounds Department in evaluating HVAC and other energy and lighting equipment to ensure energy conservation measures and their effectiveness.
  11. Prepares campus utility reports and assists in the preparation and monitoring of the district's utility expenditures.
  12. Pursues other funding sources such as federal and state grants or utility incentive programs when available.
  13. Analyzes existing building systems to improve operating efficiency. Analyze data and performance of the boiler, heating units, air conditioning machines, and other mechanical equipment to perform life cycle analysis.
  14. Manages and administers energy-related projects that lead to reduced and more efficient energy usage in new and older buildings on campus.

Knowledge
Must possess required knowledge and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

Skills
Must possess required skills and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

Technology Skills

Required Work Experience

Preferred Work Experience

Required Education

Preferred Education

Special Requirements
Licenses/Certifications; Other

Other Preferred Qualifications

Physical Requirements

Safety

HR Use Only

ACC Benefits Overview

Disclaimer

The above description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Duties and responsibilities may change with business needs. ACC reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or without notice. Employees may be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made by ACC as its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Austin Community College provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

As required by the US Department of Education, employees are required to report violations under the Title IX and, under the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), select individuals are required to report crimes. If this position is identified as a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified, trained, and provided resources for reporting.