Program Manager - Building Decarbonization Enterprise

This mission of the Colorado Energy Office (CEO) is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and consumer energy costs by advancing clean energy, energy efficiency and zero emission vehicles to benefit all Coloradans. The Colorado Energy Office is a great place to work, with collaborative and talented employees who are passionate about our mission and a flexible hybrid (work from home/work from office) atmosphere. Employees report high satisfaction with their work, their colleagues and manager, and CEO leadership. Join us!

We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.

The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities. Governor’s Office staff should demonstrate a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility (EDIA) in the workplace to fulfill the promise of a Colorado For All. Staff are expected to participate in learning opportunities and training to increase their knowledge around EDIA, have a growth mindset, and embed new learnings and skills into daily business practices. Creating inaccessible digital content such as web pages, emails, presentations, or documents leaves the state open to fines up to $3,500 based on the language in House Bill 21-110. Staff should strive to make all digital content accessible using provided accessibility resources. 

Starting Salary: $70,012.80 - $90,001.60 Annually

*This position is eligible for a hybrid working arrangement. Hybrid positions are expected to be present at the office location for no less than one day per work week.

General Duties and Responsibilities

Colorado has established statewide targets to reduce GHG emissions. To help hit Colorado’s goal of zero net emissions by 2050, we are scaling up efforts to make the state’s buildings more energy-efficient. We’re looking for a collaborative leader to connect with public and private partners, drive impactful building policies, and help shape the future of clean energy in Colorado.

The Program Manager - Building Decarbonization Enterprise will be responsible for coordinating activities funded by the Building Decarbonization Enterprise Fund (BDEF), which was established in HB25-1269. The BDEF’s core purpose is to help large commercial and multi-family residential building owners meet the state’s greenhouse gas reduction targets under Building Performance Colorado (BPC) enabled by HB 21-1286. Key responsibilities include:

Program Management: Manage the development and implementation of BDEF-funded programs, including but not limited to energy audit programs, efficiency rebates, and operator training initiatives. Specific tasks include:

• Collaborate with senior staff to design and scale high-impact programs, integrating workforce development and educational initiatives.

• Gather feedback from the community to ensure programs are accessible and address market needs.

• Work closely with vendors and contractors to ensure programs are delivered on time, within budget, and actually help building owners reduce emissions.

• Propose and develop new programs and resources through the BDEF to address market gaps and specific building types, including under-resourced buildings.

• Periodically evaluate programs and resources and propose revisions or adjustments to optimize alignment with evolving market needs. 

Board Facilitation: Help coordinate board activities and tasks among the Board Administrator and program staff to support the 9-member BDEF Board. Specific tasks include: 

• Organize, schedule, and help run public board meetings, including preparing agendas, meeting materials, and presentations with adherence to Colorado Open Meetings Law.

• Manage communications with individual Board members as necessary.

• Provide internal updates to CEO leadership and partner stakeholders/agencies; including the Joint Budget Committee and Attorney’s General Office.

• Help the Board Administrator support the Board in navigating complex decisions regarding budgets, program rules, and funding approvals.

Fiscal Reporting and Responsibility: Manage the financial tracking and impact reporting for all initiatives funded by the Building Decarbonization Enterprise, and assist with the transparent fiscal analysis needed to communicate with state leaders and key stakeholders. Specific tasks include: 

• Keep track of annual fee collection and program data to ensure the BDEF remains financially healthy and compliant with state law.

• Contribute to  annual reports on BDEF activities and budget expenditures.

• Contribute to  annual program reports for board members, taxpayers, and stakeholders.

• Coordinate closely with CEO’s Operations and Finance team to ensure compliance with state procurement, finance, and reporting requirements.

Cross-team Collaboration: Support initiatives across the Building Decarbonization unit including:

• Coordinate closely with the Building Performance Colorado and Communications and Engagement teams to ensure that the appropriate audiences are actively  directed to the BDEF’s suite of programs.

• Maintain working understanding of existing CEO programs and financing available to large commercial buildings to support comprehensive deployment of resources. 

• Work alongside the Commercial Programs team to ensure unit-wide program success. 

• Assist with other Building Performance Colorado program administrative tasks as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Four years of professional experience; or a bachelor’s degree in a related field (public administration, environmental science, engineering, sustainability, etc.)  and three years of professional experience in a related field.

• Experience managing programs and/or contractors working with government budgets, vendors, deliverables, and reporting.

• Excellent written, oral communication skills, and public presentation skills.

• Highly motivated and detail oriented.

• Strong quantitative and analytical skills.

• Team player with excellent interpersonal, listening, and diplomacy skills to build positive relationships.

• Demonstrates a high level of initiative and is versatile and adaptable, solutions oriented, responsive to changing priorities, and has a strong work ethic. Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.

• Excellent computer skills, including the Microsoft Office suite and Google suite.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge and understanding of commercial building energy efficiency measures, building science, incentives, and relevant industry issues.

• Previous work with commercial building stakeholders and industry groups. 

• Project management certification, Certified Energy Manager, or other similar certifications related to commercial buildings.

To Apply:

A cover letter and resume must be submitted with the application for consideration. Your cover letter and resume must provide sufficient detail about your background and experience to allow the screening panel to properly assess your experience in the required elements, including your experience and achievements.  

The State of Colorado/Office of the Governor offers a generous benefits package including:

• Annual leave accrued at 13.33 hours per month (4 weeks a year)

• Sick leave accrued at 6.66 hours a month (10 days a year)

• 11 paid holidays per year

• Medical and dental plans

• State paid life insurance policy of $50,000

• Choice of 2 retirement plans

• 401K and 457 plans

• State paid Short Term Disability coverage

• Additional optional life and disability plans

• Credit Union Membership

• RTD pass

• Training and professional development

To learn more about State of Colorado benefits visit: https://www.colorado.gov/dhr/benefits.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. 

ADAAA Accommodations

The Office of the Governor is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship.  If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Staffing Coordinator (the Director of Human Resources) at [email protected].

Conditions of Employment

Applicants must pass a thorough background check prior to employment.