Energy Specialist

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION: Energy Specialist

LOCATION: Red Cliff Environmental Department

WAGE: $22.00-$27.00 per hour, 40 hours per week

SUPERVISOR: Environmental Director

THIS IS A REGULAR FULL-TIME NON-EXEMPT POSITION

JOB SUMMARY: Perform all necessary activities to coordinate, manage, and continue development of the Energy Program at the Red Cliff Environmental Department for the Red Cliff Tribe.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Develop and maintain Energy Program’s strategic plans and relevant project management plans and implementation of objectives, tasks, and action items.

2. Support in outreach and engagement efforts to Red Cliff community, other tribes, and various stakeholders (public agencies, universities, non-profits, and consultants) to establish and grow working relationships.

3. Lead the strategic planning, development, and execution of the renewable energy projects including wind, solar, electric vehicles, and other emerging technology.

4. Serve as the Tribe’s representative on various energy committees.

5. Continue building program capacity and sustainability.

6. Identify future potential funding opportunities for the tribe.

7. Track and manage grants, timelines, and budgets by working with Environmental Director and TNR Administrator.

8. Research and arrange staff and community training in professional development related to energy.

9. Conduct site visits and utilize site visit information to design, validate, repair, and upkeep components including layout, electrical gear, conduit locations, structural/electrical engineering requirements, interconnection requirements, and equipment specifications.

10. The above duties and responsibilities are not an all-inclusive list but rather a general representation of the duties and responsibilities associated with this position. The duties and responsibilities will be subject to change based on organizational needs and/or deemed necessary by the supervisor.

SUPERVISORY AUTHORITY: None

KNOWLEDGE: Experience working within tribal governments, stakeholders, and political environments, including clear understanding of tribal consultation processes and decision-making that impacts energy sovereignty. Expertise in planning, managing, and implementing projects, programs, and initiatives of renewable energy projects. Knowledge of funding opportunities, new and emerging developments in the technology of renewable energy.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in sustainability, renewable energy, or a closely related field (Additional professional level experience in public policy, energy policy, or climate policy may substitute for education year for year).

2. Experience: 2-4 years of experience in a related field.

3. Strong written, verbal and presentation skills, including the ability to communicate energy and climate issues to non-technical audiences.

4. Must have excellent computer and organizational skills as well as ability to work alone and/or with a diverse group of people.

5. This position must possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license, vehicle, and appropriate vehicle coverage as a condition of employment. Be eligible to be put on the Tribe’s vehicle insurance policy.

PERSONAL CONTACTS: Considerable daily contact will be made with the general public, tribal leadership, Program Directors and staff, consultant(s), and the Tribal Community.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The duties assigned to this position involve bending, stooping, lifting, and carrying. Items may be placed in overhead storage or shelving.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: All Tribal Buildings are smoke free.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: The ability to travel and attend meetings and trainings; overnight and out of town, both locally & nationally.

BEHAVIOR AND ATTITUDE: The vision, goals and objectives of the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa requires that the employee performs in both a professional and personable manner. The manner in which the employee relates to fellow employees, customers and visitors is considered parallel in importance to technical knowledge and ability. Respect and consideration given to the dignity of each customer, visitor and fellow employee is a requisite of successful job performance. Any behavior or attitude that tarnishes the name or image of the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa will be subject to immediate disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Indian preference will be applied in the case of equally qualified applicants, but all qualified applicants will be considered.

This job description is subject to change at employer’s discretion, after consultation with the employee.

APPLICATION SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS: The following items are required for this position:

1. Completed Tribal Application, to include work history and references, available on the Tribal website.

2. Tribal Background Investigation Disclosure; available on the Tribal website.

3. Consent to Release Liability and Reference Information Form; available on the Tribal website.

4. Resume with cover letter.

5. Writing sample.

6. Post-secondary transcripts or certifications; if applicable.

POSTING DATE: May 10, 2024

DEADLINE: May 24, 2024

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:

Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa

Human Resources Department

88455 Pike Road

Bayfield, WI 54814

www.redcliff-nsn.gov

(715)779-3700

The Red Cliff Tribal Council has a Drug Free Work Place Policy and adheres to the intent of the Drug Free Work Place Act. All new hires are subject to a drug test prior to starting.

All applicants for employment with the Red Cliff Tribe will be subject to the background investigation and other requirements of RCCL Chapter 43, and are under a continuing obligation to supplement this application for employment with information concerning any convictions that occur after commencement of employment with the Tribe.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $27.00 per hour

Work Location: In person