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Job Posting: RESNET® Programs Engagement Specialist (Remote)

Sep 10, 2024 BuildersGeneralProvidersRaters
Energy-efficient homes make a difference in the world! If you’re passionate about energy efficiency and aspire to be part of a team that is making a difference on the path to net zero-energy homes, look no further.

For 28 years, our nonprofit corporation, Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET), has been leading the way as a national standards-making body for building efficiency rating and certification systems in the United States. Our team consists of talented, dedicated people who share a sense of pride in helping to create a decarbonized future.

With more than 4.2 million HERS® rated homes nationwide (and counting!), we are currently seeking a Programs Engagement Specialist to assist with the implementation and growth of our cutting-edge programs for energy and water efficiency, carbon, and energy codes. This fully remote full-time position will play an important role on our small, dedicated team, helping to serve a large network of home energy rating professionals, builders, and government and industry stakeholders.

Responsibilities

The incumbent in this position will work closely with senior staff of the RESNET Programs Team to:

• Provide outreach, education, training, marketing, and promotion of RESNET programs to Rating Companies, builders, home builder’s associations, code officials, real estate professionals, appraisers, and other industry stakeholders. Among other duties, this includes conducting virtual and in-person meetings and presentations with various constituents to promote RESNET’s programs; developing training, educational, and marketing content related to RESNET’s programs; and conducting training and education webinars for RESNET stakeholders.

• Support existing collaborations and develop new collaborations to grow RESNET’s programs. Among other duties, this includes developing content to promote and generate opportunities for RESNET to collaborate with prospective industry stakeholders.

• Assist with new program development and updates to existing RESNET programs, including programs for energy and water efficiency, carbon, and energy codes.

• Provide technical assistance for Energy Star, Zero Energy Ready Home, and future programs where RESNET is the Home Certified Organization.

• Support the RESNET Programs team to ensure effective implementation and support for all RESNET programs and coordinate with RESNET’s Quality Assurance team, as needed.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Demonstrated track record of providing effective education, training, and marketing for energy or water efficiency and carbon emissions in residential construction.

• Demonstrated working knowledge with RESNET HERS Index, HERSH2O®, and Carbon Index ratings

• Demonstrated track record of engaging stakeholders to achieve the mission of the organization.

• Demonstrated track record of working both independently and in a team environment.

• Strong cross-functional collaboration and consensus-building skills.

• Experience developing and delivering presentations in live and virtual environments.

• Strong copyrighting, vocabulary, copy editing, and proofreading skills.

• Excellent organizational, project planning, and written and verbal communication skills.

• Attention to detail, analytical problem-solving skills, and technical orientation.

• Experience using Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Experience working from home or in a fully remote work environment.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Ability to travel approximately 8–10 times per year.

• Valid state-issued Driver’s License.

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with the standards development process.

• Familiarity with residential water efficiency and operational and embodied carbon emissions.

• Previous experience implementing residential green building programs such as ENERGY STAR Homes or MFNC, DOE’s Zero Energy Ready Homes Program, Indoor Airplus or WaterSense Labeled Homes, LEED for Homes, Passive House, and NAHB Green Building.

• Familiarity with the International Energy Conservation Code.

• Experience working with state and/or local governments.

• Experience developing collaborations with industry stakeholders.

• Experience developing agreements for partnerships or collaborations.

Applying For This Position

If you’re interested in helping to lead the way to net zero-energy homes and want to join an organization you can be proud of, we’d like to talk to you! For confidential consideration, please submit all application requirements to this secure webpage by following this link.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary range: $75,000 to $90,000 (annualized)

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• 401K

• Life Insurance

• PTO

• Paid holidays

• Paid sick leave

• Long-term disability plan

• AFLAC and/or Colonial Life indemnity plans

•Discounts and perks through PEO

About RESNET

RESNET is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, founded in 1995 with the mission of making the energy use of all homes transparent. RESNET® has a fully remote staff, spanning coast to coast across the U.S. and most staff have been with the organization for more than 5 years.

RESNET is an equal-opportunity employer.