Monitors the organization's energy usage. Develops and implements practices and procedures designed to reduce energy consumption and/or improve efficiency of usage. Prepares annual budgets associated with conservation programs. May research alternative/renewable energy technologies and determine their feasibility and cost-effectiveness. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Typically requires 4 -7 years of related experience. view job details

Ah, the holiday season magical time of year associated with snow-laden pine trees, ribbons and wrapping paper, the smell of gingerbread and sugar cookies . . . and office parties. Whether you can wait to mix and mingle with your co-workers, or whether you’d gladly give your raise and promotion to get a pass, attending the office party is, simply, a part of your job. This article explores five common situations associated with the office party, and shows you how to handle them.Situation: The party includes a cankee Swap?or secret Santa?and you need t... view article details

How to Handle Personality Clashes and Conflict in the Workplace The "big personality" at work can be extremely beneficial to business in the right circumstances, but he/she can also present challenges to an employer and to colleagues. These tips offer advice for key ways on how to handle personality clashes in the workplace due to a work personality that can't be contained by cubicle walls. 1. Let All Voices be Heard Some employees are made to feel like they aren't as valued simply because the big personality speaks up more, therefore garnering more of a response. Take the opportunity to ... view article details

This summer, Americans were paying, on average, $4.09 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline to fuel the vehicles they rely on to get to and from work everyday. This represents an increase of $1.14 over the same time last year.Salary.com™ set out to calculate just how much the escalating cost of commuting to work is eating into the average worker's take home pay. To accomplish this, we established some reasonable criteria.The average worker travels, round-trip, 29 miles each day. Vehicle fuel economy varies, but we will assume an average fuel efficiency rate of 18.8 miles per gallon. We will... view article details

The start of a new year is always a good time to set new career resolutions. No matter where you are in your career -- entry level, mid-career, or nearing retirement -- there are always new challenges to tackle and goals to meet.Make this year the year you shine at work and make some long awaited changes. Here are 15 resolution ideas to help make this the year you get ahead.Resolution 1: Conquer a fear Is there a pesky fear that's holding you back at work? Think about what that may be costing you. For example, if you're afraid of public speaking, it may be costing you opportunities to... view article details

Whether you're one of many workers in a row of cubicles or the CEO with the sweet corner digs, your office is the place where you are expected to create, inspire, come up with ideas and do your best work. But if you're spending more time in your office managing stress and frustration than you are doing your job, it could be time to inject a little feng shui into your day.Feng shui, an ancient art and science developed in China more than 3,000 years ago, focuses on creating a harmonious environment using the principles of natural energy flow. As Asian culture has become more popul... view article details

Christopher Mahoney, Solutions Consultant at Salary.com, hosted an informative and engaging discussion surrounding our Compdata Energy & Utilities survey. Watch the recording to learn how to: Understand key challenges higher education faces with hiring Gain insight into the undeniable value that salary surveys bring to your organization Discover how the Compdata Energy & Utilities Survey can benefit your compensation strategies Explore a diverse range of job titles and participants involved in the survey Schedule a demo with our experts to learn more about our Compdata surveys! https://www2... view blog & white papers details

When it comes to employee compensation you have some important factors to consider.  Does your salary offer match what others in the job market are paying?  Does your pay help the company meet its goals? Are your employees paid fairly, showing the company's commitment to treating everyone equally? When all these are checked out, you may want to consider this one as well: is your company currently using the right software to manage employee compensation? Why You Need Compensation Management Software Many small businesses use scattered spreadsheets or papers to keep track of employee compensatio... view blog & white papers details

The workforce is getting older. According to, the average age of employees in the United States is surging. While this trend is a positive stride, an aging workforce presents issues for both companies and employees. There are problems to address, but opportunities are there when companies adapt. What Is the Aging Workforce? An refers to the working population where the age of employees rises over time. This happens when the number of older employees stays the same or rises faster than the number of younger employees joining the workforce. This highlights an imbalance in age groups within the w... view blog & white papers details

Steve Brink is the President and Chief Revenue Officer of uFlexRewards, a digital global total rewards platform that combines multiple data silos into one real-time platform. At uFlexRewards, Steve is responsible for the growth of the client base which includes new clients, partnerships, and potential resellers. As you'll also hear, Steve was David's second ever boss! In this episode, Steve talks about how companies need to think outside the box to win talent in a rapidly changing and bizarre economic landscape. April 6, 2023 Time Stamps Contact Info Resources Quick Quotes Full Tr... view blog & white papers details

Choosing the right HR management solutions for your company needs time and effort. The numerous options in the market are also overwhelming. So, how do you cut the chase and get suitable HR management solutions for your business? Benchmarking different products is the key. Compare options objectively and systematically to determine what will work best for your company. Benchmark HR management solutions in 10 simple steps. This article walks through evaluating features to suit your HR management solutions needs. The process may seem daunting, but with the right approach, you will gain valuable ... view blog & white papers details