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The Program Director will provide technical development support to the Green Communities initiative with a focus on energy performance.

The position is based in Columbia, MD and reports to the Director, Green Communities. (Consideration will also be given for applicants based in Enterprise Impact Markets.)

• Provide support to maintain the Green Communities Criteria with specific responsibilities for energy efficiency criterion updates including the comparison across nationally recognized energy codes, legislative initiatives and green residential building programs
• Coordinate delivery of technical assistance to developers, Enterprise staff, housing professionals and other partners seeking to meet the Green Communities energy efficiency criterion
• Inform the development and delivery of the Green Communities certification process and administrative protocols
• Advise development of federal energy policy and administrative rulemaking related to affordable housing
• Able to complete desktop energy audits for multifamily buildings with industry accepted software
• Oversee performance-related inspections during and after construction
• Support development and delivery of training related to energy efficiency and building envelope improvements in affordable housing
• Perform other duties/projects as assigned
• Able to travel out of town several times per year to perform site visits, deliver training, attend meetings and conferences

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science and/or Engineering or a related technical field.

• 3-5+ years experience in the energy or engineering services sector completing energy audits and analysis.

• Strong computer skills, thorough knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and Outlook is preferred.

• Strong organizational skills and ability to coordinate complex activities, prioritize conflicting demands and meet deadlines.

• Must be highly motivated, be able to work independently, solve problems and possess strong written and oral communication skills.

• Ability to work as an effective, collaborative team member across Enterprise Departments and Impact Markets.

Please visit our careers website at http://careers.enterprisecommunity.org to complete an online application and a profile!