Initiative: EmPower+
Programmatic need being met by this request:
The Single Family Residential team has a number of high priority workstreams in 2024 for EmPower+, including the applying for and implementing federal grants, preparing for CEF 2.0, and implementing general administrative improvements through system updates.
Primary Responsibilities, and Minimum and Preferred Qualifications:
What skills are needed to be successful in this role?
Are there any specialized skills that must be present for the position to be successful?
Some knowledge of software project management
Are there any skills or tasks that the resource needs at start of engagement?
Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Certifications and qualifications, including education/degree:
An associates degree or higher, with 2-4 years of project management experience, preferably in software project management. PMP certification is a plus, but not required.
IT systems that will be used:
Salesforce, SharePoint, CRIS, New York Home Energy Portal (NYHEP).
Tasks:
This position will support the Single-Family Residential team in its efforts to improve software and systems, including:
Skills and Experience Needed:
General Guidance for Expected Years of Experience : 1-3 Years
Technical & Professional Skills & Knowledge:
Has demonstrated a basic understanding of fundamental analytical principles. Knowledgeable in at least one technical or programmatic area in which the Authority is currently involved. Has awareness of relevant energy related aspects of research, environmental science and economics. Basic skills include an ability to interpret and analyze. Ability to produce quality communications, and demonstrate an aptitude to learn.
Creativity in Project & Program Development
Implements task and project ideas suggested by others. Assists other project managers to develop and manage projects, or manages own projects under close supervision.
Organization Skills & Productivity:
Is productive on assignments but dependent on others for direction. Has capability to manage technical and cost control aspects of multiple on-going projects with close supervision. Approaches tasks logically and makes effective use of time and resources in performing work. Ability to assist in project’s inception and through to completion, showing an ability to figure out next steps.
Leadership / Interpersonal Relations / Judgement :Has good interpersonal relations with staff. Has friendly, helpful and positive attitude. Able to take direction criticism from superior and other senior staff.
Communication Skills & External Relations:
Has demonstrated ability to produce written products which are logical, technically and grammatically correct, but may require editing due to lack of familiarity with energy Deployment issues/needs/problems and Authority programmatic needs. Verbal skills show organization, good use of English and technical competence, but may reflect lack of experience or confidence. Demonstrates ability to establish contacts outside the Authority with suggestions from other staff.